‘He’ll need a billion to consider’: Fans slam WBC for ‘worst’ ultimatum as David Benavidez stuck between Canelo and Beterbiev-Bivol

David Benavidez has a tough decision to make. Will he wait much longer at 168 in hopes of getting a title shot against Canelo Alvarez or write a new history in 175 with a dream of unification in sight? Which one is it? Fans took to the comments section and decided for him, as he took his time deciding.

Since the defeat Alexander Gvozdyk Last June, the American fighter found himself in possession of another interim title. While he already held the WBC interim crown at 168, he has now added the interim crown at 175 and a chance at the world championship title. Dmitri Bivol And Arthur Beterbiev. However, it seems the WBC doesn’t want to wait and let “The Mexican Monster” watch the action unfold and take his time choosing his mandatory challenge.

David Benavidez ponders: Canelo Alvarez or the winner of Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol

Michael Benson took to his handle He wrote : “The WBC has now approved a two-week extension for David Benavidez to choose between his WBC mandatory positions. Benavidez holds the WBC ‘interim’ belts at super middleweight and light heavyweight, but must decide whether he will continue to pursue Canelo Alvarez or target the winner of Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol.

So what will Benavidez choose? The fighter has fought his entire career at 168 pounds and is looking forward to his dream fight and payday against middleweight champion Alvarez. It’s what his heart desires, too. “We’re still looking to get down to 168 to fight for the title.” said the Phoenix native. “If we have to get Canelo or if they want to release him, I would like to win him one more time. »

However, fans did not appreciate the WBC’s strict action of forcing Benavidez’s hand. So they took the comments on board and launched an insult at the sanctioning body.

A state of repair for “Mexican Monster” but not for the fans

One fan questioned why Benavidez, at 29-0, had to choose between his two interim titles. They took issue with the fact that the WBC wouldn’t have sanctioned the fight with Alvarez because they hadn’t done so in over two years. They stated: “Why should he choose? The WBC will not impose the fight against CANELO.”

One user referenced Alvarez’s demand for $150-200 million to accept the fight with Benavidez, which is unheard of. They added sarcastically, “Canelo now says he’ll need a billion to think about it…”

Someone warned Benavidez about preparing to face the winner of Beterbiev vs. Bivol, as he was still young in the division at 175. They reported: “You’re not ready for the Beterbiev/Bivol winner, everyone wants to see Canelo-Benavidez so he should go down to 168.”

One comment explained why Benavidez would be forced to choose one when he had won both interim titles. He also claimed that Benavidez should be allowed to pursue either fight. The comment read, “Why choose if he has both? This should give him the privilege of pursuing both if he wishes.”

Another fan suggested that Benavidez should pick Bivol, as Alvarez would avoid him. A September schedule could be a possible slot for Alvarez vs. Benavidez if it happens. They commented, “He should go for Bivol, Canelo will be outgunning him forever.”

Someone then argued that it wouldn’t have made sense to force Benavidez to call unless the WBC was willing to impose his mandatory challenge. They stated, “Is the WBC going to impose mandatory status on him in either weight class? If not, it doesn’t matter.”

Finally, a comment throwing shade at WBC, calling it “worse” because of the freedoms and flexibility granted to the champion to defend his mandatory titles. Jermall Charlo remained champion for three years, without defending it. The comment said, “ahh, the WBC is officially the worst sanctioning body.”

Benavidez’s decision depends on the outcome and timing of the Beterbiev-Bivol fight, scheduled for October. With a rematch clause, title chances are pushed back to 2025. In the meantime, Alvarez has no opponent in sight but will fight in September. Is this the time fans will get their wishes? No one knows.

What do you think about this decision from the WBC regarding David Benavidez’s title shot scenario? Who do you think he should choose next? Let us know in the comments below.