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Benavidez's Thrashing of Andrade Canelo Showdown Next?
In an electrifying clash at Mandalay Bay Resort and Casino's Michelob ULTRA Arena, David Benavidez showcased his supremacy by delivering a relentless performance against Demetrius Andrade. The highly anticipated 168-pound showdown concluded after a one-sided sixth round, with Benavidez asserting his dominance over Andrade and ultimately securing a technical knockout victory.
Benavidez, the 26-year-old boxing prodigy, unleashed his power early, dropping Andrade late in the fourth round with a decisive right hand. Andrade, a former two-division champion, struggled to recover from the pivotal blow, enduring a barrage of punches from Benavidez over the following rounds.
The relentless assault from Benavidez in the sixth round left Andrade visibly overwhelmed, barely able to withstand the onslaught of body and head shots. Referee Thomas Taylor intervened and stopped the bout as Andrade's handlers acknowledged that their fighter had endured enough punishment.
With this impressive victory, Benavidez, holding the WBC's interim 168-pound championship, solidified his status as the mandatory challenger for one of Canelo Alvarez's super middleweight titles. The potential matchup between Benavidez and Alvarez looms as one of the most anticipated and marketable fights within the division.
Despite Andrade's commendation of Benavidez's skill and power, expressing respect for his opponent's performance, it was evident that Benavidez's natural strength at the super middleweight level posed a significant challenge for Andrade, who had previously competed in the division only once before this clash.
Benavidez's dominant display against a formidable opponent like Andrade further cements his quest to secure a showdown with Alvarez, aiming to unify the 168-pound division. As the boxing world eagerly anticipates Canelo Alvarez's next opponent, Benavidez's emphatic win has amplified the clamor for a high-stakes matchup between the two champions, promising an exhilarating spectacle for fight fans worldwide.