Paulie Malignaggi, the oracle of the ring, has thrown a curveball, declaring the name of the fighter he believes Canelo Alvarez is giving the cold shoulder.
Saul “Canelo” Alvarez, the undisputed monarch of the super middleweight kingdom, last graced the ring in September. In a display of sheer mastery, he kept all four of his 168lb crowns, squashing Jermell Charlo with a dominance that left fans in awe. But now, the burning question on everyone’s lips is: What’s next for this pugilistic titan?
Alvarez’s 2023 could be another record-smashing year, but the boxing community is itching to see him take on the crème de la crème of the super middleweight division. Enter David Benavidez – a name that’s been buzzing around like a relentless fly, eager for his shot at glory. Yet, despite the whispers and the anticipation, a face-off between these two titans remains as elusive as a mirage.
Now, here’s the juicy part: Paulie Malignaggi, with his eagle-eyed insight, suggests that Alvarez isn’t just steering clear of Benavidez. He’s also seemingly sidestepping a clash with Cuba’s David Morrell, the dark horse of the super middleweight division. Speaking with ProBox TV, Malignaggi didn’t mince words: “Morrell is so good that I don’t think Canelo wants any part of him either. I don’t think Canelo wants any part of them.”
Well, there you have it, folks! As we eagerly await Canelo’s next move, one can’t help but wonder: Is Alvarez really ducking these formidable opponents, or is it all just a part of the grand chess game of boxing?