Former heavyweight champion Andy Ruiz Jr. says ex-stablemate Canelo Alvarez should fight David Benavidez in his next bout. Controversy has followed Canelo surrounding a potential clash with Benavidez, who has been the WBC mandatory challenger for over two years. However, nobody in his current or past circle of friends has spoken out publicly the way Ruiz has.

Andy Ruiz Jr. urges Canelo to stop avoiding David Benavidez

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Canelo Alvarez is no longer the undisputed champion at 168 pounds. Earlier this week, it was revealed that Alvarez had chosen to fight Edgar Berlanga on September 14. pic.twitter.com/QPDKnVfiiC — Edgar Berlanga Jr (@EdgarBerlangaJr) July 25, 2024 It appears that the IBF was not happy with Alvarez’s choice of opponent and stripped him of his […]
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Canelo Alvarez Stripped Of World Title After Choosing Edgar Berlanga As Next Opponent

David Benavidez will stay at 175 pounds, ruling out the possibility of fighting Canelo Alvarez. Benavidez boxed Oleksandr Gvozdyk for the WBC Interim Light Heavyweight Belt in his last fight. He won a unanimous decision, making him mandatory for the winner of Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol. Beterbiev and Bivol will face off on October 12 for the right to become undisputed. After beating Gvozdyk, Benavidez had a decision to make. He could not be mandatory in two weight classes for the WBC.

Benavidez Rules Out Canelo, Stays At 175 Pounds

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Unified super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez will reportedly be stripped of his IBF 168-lb title ahead of his next title defense against Edgar Berlanga on September 14th at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The IBF title’s fate. ESPN reports that Canelo (62-2-2, 39 KOs) will lose his IBF...

Canelo to be Stripped of IBF Title, Mega-Fight Ahead

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

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The Bunny Man is an ever-evolving urban legend. The story originated from two documented incidents in 1970 in Fairfax County, Virginia, where a man in a rabbit suit attacked people in different locations. In both situations, he yelled that his victims were trespassing.

The Bunny Man legend was based on real events and continues to evolve over the decades

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Virginia Wendy Williams fans, this is your July 2024 update on the former talk show host. Her best friend of 44 years, Regina Schell, has shared recent concerns with TV Show Aces and says she has not seen or talked to Wendy in more than a year.

Wendy Williams fans are worried after her best friend claims not to have heard from her in a year

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Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are two of the biggest celebrities in modern times. While much of the happenings between the two involved their marriage and divorce, there are bigger things for them to focus on. Most notably their children.

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(Reuters) -Unified super middleweight champion Saul "Canelo" Alvarez will fight undefeated contender Edgar Berlanga Jr. on Sept. 14 in Las Vegas, Alvarez said late on Thursday.

Boxing-Super middleweight champion Alvarez faces undefeated Berlanga in September

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A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

The World Boxing Association seems to have put reform plans on hold with additional belts and unfathomable title sanctions. On the back of WBA President Gilberto Mendoza revealing his openness to giving YouTuber Jake Paul a title shot, former welterweight champion Danny Garcia has been handed a highly unwarranted title chance at middleweight.

WBA sinks to familiar low with Danny Garcia, Jake Paul title shots

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The mantis shrimp is one tough customer. Beautiful and deadly are two words you don’t typically use to describe shrimp, but the mantis shrimp is definitely in a class of its own; earning a reputation as the ‘savage boxer of the sea’ and one of the most fearsome creatures in the ocean. And, they're right at home here in South Carolina.

Savage Boxer of the Sea: The Deadly Beauty of Mantis Shrimp

Edgar Berlanga Promises Fireworks in Upcoming Canelo Fight. On September 14, in Las Vegas, undisputed super middleweight champion Saul “Canelo” Alvarez (61-2-2, 39 KO’s) will take on the brash and flashy Edgar “The Chosen One” Berlanga (22-0, 17 KO’s). At least, those are the particulars according to Berlanga, ranked #1 (WBA), #4 (WBO) and #4 (IBF). Unsurprisingly, the Brooklyn born bruiser was quick to take to his social media to talk about the match.

Berlanga: “We Got the Canelo Fight; Knockout Season!”

Per ESPN, Canelo Alvarez and his team are finalizing a super middleweight defense against 22-0 fighter Edgar Berlanga. Although it is not confirmed, the rumored date for this fight is September 14th, 2024 at the T-Mobile Arena, which will also rival the UFC Noche card also taking place in Las Vegas, at the Sphere. However, that is not the main topic that is being discussed regarding this fight.

Is Canelo Alvarez Ducking David Benavidez?

WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman reports that David Benavidez’s promoter, Sampson Lewkowicz, has informed him that his fighter has chosen to stay at 175 and keep his WBC interim and mandatory position. Frustration with Lack of Title Shot at 168 lbs. Benavidez will vacate his WBC interim 168-lb title, which...

David Benavidez to Remain at 175, Targets World Title Shot

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Boxing’s heavyweight juggernaut is eager to re-enter the world title picture, but he must overcome a longtime contender seeking one more marquee victory. Former WBO Interim champion Joe Joyce takes on former two-time world title challenger Derek “War” Chisora in an all-British showdown on Saturday, July 27, in the 12-round main event at The O2 in London.

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Boxing News: Canelo Alvarez & Edgar Berlanga Set to Go Head-to-Head with UFC 306

Canelo Alvarez has his next fight booked, and it goes head-to-head with UFC...

Boxing News: Canelo Alvarez & Edgar Berlanga Set to Go Head-to-Head with UFC 306

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