“Why Are You Not Giving Him Any Fights?”: David Benavidez’s Biggest Fan Mike Tyson Confronts Stephen Espinoza

In one day, David Benavidez will enter the ring to face Caleb Plant in one of the most awaited super-middleweight fights. This will be a possible step for the ‘Mexican Monster’ toward his path to the titles. And he seems ready for it. Benavidez’s career is not less than any Hollywood movie, as the boxer has experienced a lot of ups and downs. Even though he has fans worldwide, there is one superfan of Benavidez who cannot go unnoticed. Former Heavyweight champion Mike Tyson is a strong admirer of the Mexican and does not hold back from expressing his views on him.

But, recently, in a press conference, Tyson confronted the president of Showtime Sports and raised some valid complaints to the executive.

Mike Tyson confronts Stephen Espinoza

In a video posted by FightHype, Mike Tyson can be seen getting at it with the Showtime Sports executive. And if there’s one thing fans know about Tyson is that he is upfront and raw with his words. When it comes to ‘Iron’ Mike, one should know that his words are true, and there’s no sugar coating.

At the beginning of the Video, Mike Tyson realizes that he is not sitting far from Espinoza and wastes no time calling him out. Tyson said, “Why are you not giving him any fights? You’re not giving him any fights.” Then Tyson went on to say names like Dmitry Bivol and Jermell Charlo. While Tyson was saying all this, he was met with a smile by Espinoza.

Jose Benavidez Sr. also joined Tyson in this confrontation. And he added his input whenever he felt like it was needed. Furthermore, The 56-year-old said, “Charlo told me he wants to fight. He’s not afraid.” Well, it is safe to say that Tyson wants the best for Benavidez and is ready to stand up for the Mexican. Not long ago, he also warned Canelo Alvarez about David Benavidez.

Mike Tyson’s admiration for David Benavidez

One of the best boxers, Mike Tyson, has long admired the ‘Mexican Monster.’ If fans didn’t know, Tyson is the person who gave Benavidez this nickname. The former ‘Baddest Man on the Planet’ has strong aspirations for the 26-year-old. And it is ensured that he will go on to dominate the sport.

Benavidez’s fight with ‘Sweethands’ is the first stepping stone in his journey to the top. And he will look forward to making a statement when they meet inside the ring on March 25 in Las Vegas.

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