American boxer Mike Tyson criticized unified world WBA/WBC middleweight champion Saul "Canelo" Alvarez for avoiding a fight with David Benavidez.
Previously, Benavidez's manager, Sampson Lewkowicz, offered ꧅Alvarez a $55 million purse.
I can't believe what I just heard, Canelo rejected 60 million d꧅ollars to fight Benavidez, who is a tremendous fighter, young, strong, with hunger and Mexican pride. Is he afraid of losing? Do you not respect the legacy of the great Mexican champions who faced the best regardless⛎ of the money?... This is a shame for boxing and for Mexico. It seems he doesn't have the courage; It is a shame, because he has a lot of talent, but he lacks heart.
Mike Tyson
Al♈varez's last fight was against Jermell Charlo in September 2023, with Alvarez winni🔥ng by unanimous decision. Alvarez has a record of 60 wins (39 by knockout), 2 losses, and 2 draws.
Benavidez's last fight was against Demetrius Andrade in November 2023, resulting in a technical knockout due to the opponent's refusal to continue. Benavidez holds a record of 28 wins (24 by knockout) and no l𝓀osses.