Terence Crawford offers a surprising perspective
While many believe Canelo Álvarez has been actively dodging Benavidez, Crawford holds a different view. In a recent interview, Crawford (41-0, 31 KOs) suggested that the real reason Canelo hasn’t taken the fight isn’t out of fear or financial strategy but something more personal.
According to Crawford, Canelo decision is driven by Benavidez disrespectful behavior. “He’s been extra disrespectful,” Crawford stated, explaining that the bad blood between the two is not just about the fight itself, but the manner in which Benavidez has disrespected Álvarez.
The real reason behind Canelo Álvarez silence?
Crawford further clarified that Canelo Álvarez (62-2-2, 39 KOs) has fought many boxers who have disrespected him, but he claims the situation with Benavidez is different. He points out that while Benavidez is of Mexican descent, he was not born in Mexico, which Crawford believes adds an extra layer to Canelo’s reluctance to engage with him.
Despite Crawford defense, boxing fans remain skeptical. Many feel the true reason Canelo has avoided Benavidez could be the fear that the younger boxer might actually defeat him in the ring.
With Crawford own fight coming up in September, the attention will soon shift to the potential future of Canelo’s legacy. Whether the fight with Benavidez ever takes place remains uncertain, but the stakes are undeniably high.
