David Benavidez, the undefeated WBC interim super middleweight champion, is brimming with confidence for the upcoming November 25 event, where he expects a victorious night for both himself and his older brother, Jose Benavidez Jr. Facing the most accomplished opponent of his career, two-division champion Demetrius Andrade, in the Showtime Pay-Per-View main event, Benavidez is poised for success.
Equally significant for Benavidez is the co-feature bout, where his brother Jose will take on undefeated WBC middleweight champion Jermall Charlo in a 10-round, non-title fight. Despite Charlo’s favoritism and return from a 29-month hiatus, Benavidez believes in his brother’s abilities to deliver an upset. Jose Benavidez Jr., not a natural middleweight, is viewed as the underdog against Houston’s Charlo, but David sees this match as a perfect opportunity for his brother.
David Benavidez credits his brother with a wealth of experience and talent, citing his past performances against top fighters like Terence Crawford and Danny Garcia. Although Jose Benavidez Jr. lost to Crawford in 2018 and recently suffered a decision defeat to Garcia, these tough matches have contributed to his growth as a fighter.
David notes Jose’s resilience and motivation, especially after overcoming a serious injury in 2016, believing that these challenges have only strengthened his brother’s resolve. He sees the upcoming bout against Charlo as a potential “Cinderella story” in boxing.
As for his own upcoming fight, David Benavidez is the favorite to win against Andrade, who has only fought once in the super middleweight division. With both brothers highly motivated and training hard, the Benavidez family is looking forward to making a significant impact in the boxing world on November 25.
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