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David Benavidez Reveals Beterbiev Contact Before Cieslak Fight

David Benavidez says Artur Beterbiev has contacted his team about fighting at cruiserweight, making his December 5 defense against Michal Cieslak harder to sell. Beterbiev offers an opponent boxing fans

East Side Boxing

Published: Saturday, 10 October 2026 at 7:45 PM

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David Benavidez revealed Artur Beterbiev has actively contacted his team regarding a cruiserweight fight.
Benavidez is currently scheduled to defend against Michal Cieslak on December 5.
Benavidez expressed interest in facing Jai Opetaia, Oleksandr Usyk, Tyson Fury, and Dmitry Bivol in the future.

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David Benavidez revealed that Artur Beterbiev has actively contacted his team about organizing a cruiserweight fight. Benavidez stated to The Ring that his team intends to make the bout happen, even as he prepares for his scheduled December 5 defense against Michal Cieslak.

Boxing News 24/7 reports that the prospect of a Beterbiev clash overshadows Benavidez's upcoming bout with Cieslak. Benavidez is also targeting future fights with major names like Jai Opetaia, Dmitry Bivol, Oleksandr Usyk, and Tyson Fury.

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