Undefeated boxer wants to fight Artur Beterbiev
Artur Beterbiev made history on Saturday by defeating Dmitry Bivol to become the undisputed light heavyweight champion, but the victory wasn’t without its controversies. Many observers had differing opinions on the outcome, with some scoring it for Beterbiev, others for Bivol, and some calling it a draw. Given the contentious nature of the decision, a rematch appears likely, with Bivol already requesting another shot at Beterbiev—a move that boxing fans are generally in favor of.
With Beterbiev now holding all the belts in the light heavyweight division, he’s become a highly sought-after champion. Alongside Bivol, other fighters are eagerly positioning themselves for a shot at the title. One notable name is undefeated light heavyweight contender David Benavidez, who has held the WBC interim light heavyweight title since June 2024. The former WBC super middleweight champion boasts a perfect record of 29 wins and is looking to add more championships to his collection.
The Beterbiev vs. Bivol fight was compelling not only for its high stakes but also because both fighters entered the ring undefeated. A matchup featuring another pair of undefeated fighters—Beterbiev and Benavidez—would undoubtedly capture the attention of boxing fans.
Speaking to ProBox TV, Jose Benavidez Sr., David's father and trainer, outlined their ambitions. "David’s next fight is against David Morrell on January 25th," he confirmed. "Everyone is super excited about it. We’ve been trying to make that fight for three years, but I believe David Morrell needed a little more experience to show the world that he deserves this fight. David called him and said, ‘Hey, I want to make this fight. Let’s make it happen.’ It got made right away."
Looking ahead, Benavidez Sr. has his sights set firmly on Beterbiev. "Hopefully, we can get an opportunity to fight Beterbiev. He just won on Saturday, so hopefully, we can get that, but right now, we’re focused on David Morrell. We need to look impressive to move to the next level."
However, several factors could influence whether a Beterbiev vs. Benavidez matchup becomes a reality. If Beterbiev loses a rematch with Bivol, it could reshape the landscape of the division. Similarly, if Benavidez cannot overcome Morrell, who is also undefeated, it could alter his plans significantly.
For now, it seems that David Benavidez and his team are keenly focused on Artur Beterbiev as a potential opponent. If the stars align, this fight would be a highly intriguing matchup for boxing fans around the world.
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