Boxing Journal

🥊 David Benavidez has named Dmitry Bivol as the toughest challenge in boxing today.

Fresh off his win over Gilberto "Zurdo" Ramirez, Benavidez admitted that if there's one fighter he views as the ultimate test, it's Bivol. 👀

According to "The Mexican Monster," Bivol's victories over elite names like Canelo Alvarez and Artur Beterbiev speak for themselves and place him at the top of the mountain.

🔥 While fans continue to discuss potential fights against Canelo and Beterbiev, Benavidez believes Bivol's combination of skill, discipline, and proven success against world-class opposition makes him the most difficult opponent available.

A clash between the two would be a fascinating battle of styles: Benavidez's relentless pressure and high-volume offense against Bivol's elite footwork, defensive mastery, and technical precision.

With both champions continuing to rack up impressive wins, the demand for this showdown is only growing.

🤔 If Benavidez and Bivol finally meet, who are you backing❓

❤️ David Benavidez

👍 Dmitry Bivol

Artur Beterbiev Shares His Perspective on David Benavidez😳👀

🥊🌟 Dmitry Bivol has revealed why Manny Pacquiao stands out from the rest in his eyes.

The light heavyweight champion praised the Filipino legend not just for his accomplishments inside the ring, but for the way he carries himself outside of it. According to Bivol, Pacquiao's humility, generosity, and character make him a unique figure in the sport. 👏🇵🇭

🗣️ "What I admire most about Pacquiao is who he is as a person. He's humble, he helps people, and he conducts himself with class. That's what makes him different."

Bivol went even further, describing Pacquiao as the perfect example for any fighter hoping to leave a lasting mark on boxing history.

🏆 For Bivol, greatness isn't just measured by titles and victories—it's also about character, respect, and the impact you have on others.

Do you agree that Manny Pacquiao is one of boxing's greatest role models? 👀

❤️ Yes

👍 No

🥊 Anthony Joshua has weighed in on Oleksandr Usyk's next move and his pick may surprise some fans.

According to Joshua, Usyk should settle unfinished business with Rico Verhoeven before focusing on mandatory challenger Agit Kabayel. 👀

After their dramatic heavyweight clash ended in a controversial late stoppage, many fans were left debating whether Verhoeven deserved another opportunity. Joshua appears to share that view, believing there are still questions surrounding the fight that only a rematch can answer.

🔥 With Verhoeven pushing Usyk harder than many expected and continuing to call for a second fight, the demand for a rematch has only grown.

However, the situation isn't that simple.

Usyk is also under pressure to honor the WBC's mandatory title obligation against Agit Kabayel, creating a difficult choice between fulfilling championship duties and revisiting one of the division's most controversial recent fights.

So what should happen next❓

❤️ Usyk vs. Verhoeven II

👍 Usyk vs. Kabayel

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🔥🥊 Even MMA legend Georges St-Pierre can't hide his admiration for Manny Pacquiao.

The former UFC champion has spoken highly of the Filipino icon, revealing that Pacquiao ranks among his favorite boxers of all time. After watching him train up close, GSP was left amazed by the speed and explosiveness that helped make Pacquiao a global superstar. 👀🇵🇭

According to St-Pierre, seeing Pacquiao in person is a completely different experience from watching him on television.

🗣️ "Manny Pacquiao is one of my favorite boxers. Seeing how fast he is in real life was incredible. Watching it live and watching it on TV are two completely different things."

Praise doesn't come much bigger than that, especially from one of the greatest mixed martial artists ever.

Pacquiao's speed, work ethic, and legendary career continue to earn respect across all combat sports. 👑🔥

Do you consider Manny Pacquiao one of the greatest fighters of all time❓

❤️ Yes

👍 No

🗣️ "It's a two-for-one deal."

Bill Haney has made Team Haney's intentions crystal clear: they want both Shakur Stevenson and Keyshawn Davis. 👀🥊

According to Bill, any path to fighting Devin Haney would involve both fighters agreeing to a back-to-back arrangement, with Team Haney looking to face each of them in succession.

Bill also revealed that Shakur sits at the top of the list and would be first in line if the plan moves forward. 🔥

The message was direct: if Stevenson and Davis want their shot at Haney, they need to come to the table together.

With tensions rising and the welterweight division packed with talent, the possibility of Haney facing two of boxing's biggest names in consecutive fights would be a massive statement.

Now the question is...

Would you rather see Haney vs. Shakur first, or Haney vs. Keyshawn❓🤔

❤️ = Shakur Stevenson

👍 = Keyshawn Davis

📈 The welterweight division just got even more interesting.

With Keyshawn Davis climbing to the No. 1 spot in the WBO rankings, Devin Haney has wasted no time responding to the challenge. 👀🥊

The champion appears more than willing to make the fight happen, sending a direct message to the rising contender:

🗣️ "Let's do it, Keyshawn."

A matchup between Haney's elite skills and championship experience and Keyshawn's explosive talent and confidence could be one of the biggest fights at 147 pounds. 🔥

The question now is simple...

Will we see these two share the ring next❓

❤️ = Haney

👍 = Keyshawn

🥊 Max Kellerman believes David Benavidez may have already outgrown the light heavyweight division.

According to Kellerman, "The Mexican Monster" looks more like a natural cruiserweight and may be better suited for a showdown with Jai Opetaia than potential clashes against Dmitry Bivol or Artur Beterbiev. 👀

Kellerman argues that Benavidez's size and frame give him a significant physical advantage over most fighters at 175 pounds, suggesting that a move to 200 pounds could be the next logical step in his career.

A fight with Opetaia would pit two of boxing's most dangerous and aggressive champions against each other in what could be one of the sport's most explosive matchups. 🔥

The big question is:

Should Benavidez stay at light heavyweight and chase Bivol or Beterbiev...

or move up and test himself against Jai Opetaia at cruiserweight❓🤔

❤️ = Bivol

😍 = Beterbiev

👍 = Opetaia