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David Benavidez reacts to Canelo’s comeback fight against Mbilli and names ‘better choice’ opponent
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David Benavidez reacts to Canelo’s comeback fight against Mbilli and names ‘better choice’ opponent

May 2, 2026|about 1 hour ago| 1 min read|Source: Boxing News Online| 0 comments

David Benavidez has weighed in on reports of Canelo Alvarez's next fight, suggesting Christian Mbilli is not the "better choice" opponent for the Mexican superstar. Canelo is reportedly set to face Mbilli for the WBC super-middleweight strap in Riyadh on September 12th, a move Benavidez seemingly believes overlooks more deserving contenders.

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has shared his reaction to taking on , believing the former undisputed king should be fighting an alternative opponent. It was reported on Thursday that the pair have agreed to collide for Mbilli’s WBC super-middleweight strap in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on September 12. The showdown would present Canelo with an opportunity to reclaim one of […] The post David Benavidez reacts to Canelo’s comeback fight against Mbilli and names ‘better choice’ opponent appeared first on Boxing News.

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