Heavyweight · Controversy · First reported: 10 Oct, 16:10 · Boxing News
David Benavidez plans three fights in 2027: Opetaia, Beterbiev and Usyk
Three-division world champion David Benavidez stated he wants to face Jai Opetaia, Artur Beterbiev and Oleksandr Usyk in 2027, after defending his title against Michal Cieslak in December in Phoenix. Benavidez made his cruiserweight debut in May, defeating Gilberto Ramirez in the sixth round. He also named the potential opponent he considers most challenging for movement, fundamentals and defensive skills.
British sources emphasize Benavidez's statements about specific opponents and expert assessments, while Italian and Ukrainian sources focus on the 2027 three-fight project.
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For 2027 David Benavidez has an exaggerated project in mind: Opetaia, Beterbiev then Usyk
BoxeRingWeb · IT · promotional
original: Per il 2027 David Benavidez ha in mente un progetto esagerato : Opetaia, Beterbiev poi Usyk
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10 Oct · 16:10
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11 Oct · 21:14
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13 Oct · 11:07
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14 Oct · 15:25
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