Showtime President Ready to Make “Really Aggressive” Offer to Canelo Alvarez for Potential David Benavidez Fight

The sport of boxing has many exciting fights lined up. Young Ryan Garcia takes on his toughest challenge in his bout against Gervonta Davis on April 22. Meanwhile, fans are positive that the long-awaited heavyweight clash between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk might take place later this year. Also, the undisputed super middleweight champion is also set to make his return. Canelo Alvarez will defend his title against John Ryder on May 6, 2023, in a homecoming bout.

Alvarez is the betting favorite stepping into the ring against Ryder. He has some highly exciting matchups waiting for him, given he emerges the victor. One such potential opponent is David Benavidez. Recently, Stephen Espinoza, president of Showtime, revealed that he has made an “Aggressive offer” for Alvarez’s potential bout against Benavidez.

Stephen Espinoza is inclined to make Canelo Alvarez vs David Benavidez this year

Benavidez has been a top contender for many years. However, the “Mexican Monster” never got an opportunity to take on the champ, Canelo Alvarez. However, the WBC president came out before the Caleb Plant vs David Benavidez fight to state that the winner of the bout would be the next mandatory opponent for Alvarez. Benavidez was the victor in the bout and most likely will compete against Alvarez. Recently, Stephen Espinoza, president of Showtime stated that he has made an offer to Alvarez that would incentivize him to take this bout. He also expressed that they are looking for an opening later this year.

@MichaelBensonn took to Twitter and reported, “Showtime’s Stephen Espinoza has stated that they will make a ‘really aggressive’ offer to Canelo Alvarez for the David Benavidez fight if there is an opening later this year after John Ryder. However, he added that Benavidez vs David Morrell is also possible.” Espinoza revealed a lot of behind-the-scenes conversations. Although it all depends on Alvarez winning against Ryder.

Deontay Wilder makes his pick between Alvarez and Benavidez

The bout between the two is a toss-up. Meanwhile, Deontay Wilder with conviction believes that Benavidez will get the better of Alvarez when they square off.

In an interview with ESNEWS, The former heavyweight champion stated, “Canelo’s too small for him. That’s an easy fight for David, in my opinion. I think he’s going to wear him down even quicker.”

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