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David Benavidez has two-fight plan before facing Oleksandr Usyk: “I’m a man of my word”

has revealed his three-fight plan, culminating in a potential undisputed showdown with Oleksandr Usyk. First, Benavidez must dethrone WBC champion Michal Cieslak, who he will face on December 5 while also defending his WBO and WBA world cruiserweight titles. Usyk…

By Oscar Pick · Boxing News Online

Published: Tuesday, 10 November 2026 at 1:07 PM

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David Benavidez revealed plans to fight Michal Cieslak and Jai Opetaia before potentially facing Oleksandr Usyk.
Benavidez defends his WBA and WBO cruiserweight belts against WBC champion Cieslak on December 5.
Benavidez stated he will honor a May agreement to fight Opetaia on Cinco de Mayo weekend.

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David Benavidez has outlined a two-fight roadmap before targeting a potential undisputed cruiserweight clash against Oleksandr Usyk. Benavidez plans to defend his WBO and WBA titles against WBC champion Michal Cieslak on December 5, followed by a scheduled bout with Jai Opetaia on Cinco de Mayo weekend in May.

Usyk is aiming to return to cruiserweight after vacating his heavyweight belts. A potential undisputed showdown between Benavidez and Usyk could materialize in 2027 if both fighters handle their upcoming challenges, including Usyk's pursuit of the IBF title.

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David Benavidez has two-fight plan before facing Oleksandr Usyk: “I’m a man of my word”

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