Roy Jones Jr says there is ‘only one fight’ for David Benavidez next: “You beat everyone else”
Boxing legend Roy Jones Jr. has advised David Benavidez to prioritise a super-middleweight showdown with Canelo Alvarez, rather than pursuing an undisputed light-heavyweight clash against Dmitry Bivol. Following Benavidez's recent three-division title win over Gilberto Ramirez, Jones Jr. believes 'The Mexican Monster' has cleared out other contenders and should now focus on the sport's biggest names. This counsel suggests a strategic move for Benavidez to cement his legacy at 168lbs before potentially moving up.
Roy Jones Jr has urged David Benavidez to follow in his footsteps, rather than face Dmitry Bivol in an undisputed light-heavyweight clash. ‘The Mexican Monster’ comes off a sixth-round finish over Gilberto Ramirez, whom he dethroned to become a three-division world champion earlier this month. But despite claiming the WBO and WBA cruiserweight titles, Benavidez […] The post Roy Jones Jr says there is ‘only one fight’ for David Benavidez next: “You beat everyone else” appeared first on Boxing News.
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