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African Cobra · Feb 4, 2025

Mark Anthony said: ↑

I feel he needs to improve.
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He will.

African Cobra · Feb 4, 2025

bandeedo said: ↑

It’s because of how raw talented he is that I rate this win quite high. He is tough, fast, powerful, and does some things quite skillfully. He just wasn’t prepared for a fight with these many dimensions. But I bet he learned more from this fight than the rest of his pro career combined. He will be around at top level for a while.
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Yes I think so.

AwardedSteak863 · Feb 4, 2025

African Cobra said: ↑

What Benaividez demonstrated again on Saturday is that he is a very well schooled fighter. He made not have had as many amateur fights as Bivol, Beterbiev and Morrell but he clearly learned his trade in the gym as a young man sparring professionals. That experience is priceless. People talk about his relentless attack and volume combined with his size missing out on his excellent fundamentals and defence. He also has great instincts. This guy is a serious cat. You are entitled to your views on a matchup between him and Bivol or Beterbiev but I will tell you now he is a problem in the way their previous opponents have not been. Take that to the bank Sir and we can discuss further when these matches are made.
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No argument about his talent. He is a very good fighter that is fun too watch. I just don't have him in the same category as Bivol and Beterbiev but again, I hold the amateur backgrounds and what they have done at 175 in higher regard than what Benavidez has accomplished there so far.

tragedy · Feb 4, 2025

AwardedSteak863 said: ↑

No argument about his talent. He is a very good fighter that is fun too watch. I just don't have him in the same category as Bivol and Beterbiev but again, I hold the amateur backgrounds and what they have done at 175 in higher regard than what Benavidez has accomplished there so far.
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I need to see Benavidez do more at 175 because Bivol and Beterbiev are solid as a rock and proven beyond any doubt at the weight. So far Benavidez just has 37 year old Gvozdyk and a guy who only ever looked good against stepping stone opponents at 168. Lets see if Benavidez can actually handle these big guys at 175 and deal with more size and more power *summons Joe Smith Jr and laughs evilly*

Mark Anthony · Feb 5, 2025

JusABoxinFan said: ↑

That is your own comprehension doing that. Nothing I stated makes him seem super human. I simply gave characteristics about his abilities that he has showcased throughout his career.

No where did I suggest he was flawless or didn't have holes to expose. Hell we have seen him exposed on different occassions during his career. The question is,..............can Benavidez do to Canelo what Lara, Mayweather, GGG, Bivol, even for a few rounds......what Khan was able to do. He's not going to be able to do that being planted and looking for power shots. Standing in front of Canelo, you are playing into his hand as he doesn't look forward to 'chasing' anyone in the ring. He wants you in the phone booth. He wants you to attempt to exchange with him. He's not looking to dance.

For this reason is why I feel the Crawford match up is intriguing at the very least. No one is expecting Crawford to come in and physically push Canelo around. No one is expecting Crawford to come in and hurt Canelo with his power like he did Spence. We are looking for the game of "IQ" in the ring that will be showcased by Crawford and Canelo. Who can neutralize the strengths of their opponent while also finding success with their own strengths. It's the hard obvious, but it is often looked over by many who care more about their favorite guy than the reality of what that guy can do.

Benavidez, didn't look the sharpest this past weekend. Some of that credit goes to Morrell and his attention to detail. But it's not hard to see that flaws were showcased and that they need to be addressed if Benavidez wants to have a fair shot at beating a Canelo, Bivol, or Beterbiev. Morrell is not the same caliber of any of those guys.
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Hopefully we will get to find out some day.

humbug · Feb 5, 2025

bjl12 said: ↑

For the second straight fight the Mexican monster has looked good enough instead of the "monster" his rabid fanbase pretend he is. Long gone are the days Benavidez hurts or troubles his opponents with power. However, David is slicker and harder to hit and has great output. He is at least 1 (or more) tier(s) below Beterbiev or Bivol. Younger Canelo definitely wouldve beaten him, but current Canelo can be outworked
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Strategically, who does Benavidez lose to?

Strategically, who does Benavidez win against?

Strategically who’s worth it?

Canelo, Bivol, Beterbiev.

He’s not a natural LHW, Benavidez beats Canelo and Bivol handily at both 168 and 175.

My opinion, Benavidez is a worthy challenge for Beterbiev at 175.

African Cobra · Feb 6, 2025

AwardedSteak863 said: ↑

No argument about his talent. He is a very good fighter that is fun too watch. I just don't have him in the same category as Bivol and Beterbiev but again, I hold the amateur backgrounds and what they have done at 175 in higher regard than what Benavidez has accomplished there so far.
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As I have said this guy DB is a serious cat as are the Russian world champions.

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