“You Should Either Be Stripped…”: Former World Champion Calls Out Canelo Alvarez To Give Title Shot To David Benavidez
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PHILADELPHIA, PA – AUGUST 05: David Benavidez celebrates after defeating Denis Douglin during a super middleweight fight at 2300 Arena on August 5, 2016 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. (Photo by Alex Goodlett/Getty Images)
What more should David Benavidez prove for Canelo Alvarez to give him a shot? According to Paulie Malignaggi, nothing. After an impressive six-round demolition of Demetrius Andrade in Las Vegas, Benavidez, at 26, now has his sights firmly set on a super-middleweight title clash with the undisputed champion, Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez.
The victory has extended his unblemished record to an impressive 28 wins in 28 bouts. With this commanding performance, Benavidez sends a clear message to the boxing world, signaling his intention to face the formidable Canelo in what promises to be a high-stakes showdown in the super-middleweight division. What does Malignaggi have to say about a potential clash between Alvarez and Benavidez?
Paulie Malignaggi gives his two cents about whether Canelo Alvarez should take on David Benavidez next
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The former boxer has an immense admiration for Benavidez coupled with a strong sentiment that it would be a disservice if he didn’t get a title shot against Alvarez. The undisputed champion status, while a remarkable accomplishment, is also both a blessing and a curse for Canelo. On one hand, it’s a commendable achievement, but on the other, it makes it increasingly unacceptable for someone as impressive as Benavidez to be denied a title fight.
“You have all the titles. It makes it more and more inexcusable for a guy this impressive to not be given a title fight. I mean it’s an outright duck at this point,” said Malignaggi in a video posted to his YouTube channel.
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The call is clear according to Malignaggi: either Canelo should face Benavidez or face consequences, as there’s no defense for overlooking such a formidable challenger. “You have all the titles. You should either be stripped for not giving Benavidez a title shot or you should be forced to fight Benavidez,” stated Paulie Malignaggi emphatically.
The frustration is palpable, emphasizing that with all the titles at stake, there’s no excuse for David Benavidez to not get the shot he deserves. It’s seen as an unequivocal disappointment and an issue that demands immediate attention.
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Reflecting on his triumph, Benavidez shared his experience of the fight. Describing the pivotal moment, he detailed that he lowered his left hand and delivered a right that landed precisely on the mark. Beyond showcasing his ring prowess, the victory has opened more doors for significant opportunities in the super middleweight division.
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