The Canelo Alvarez sweepstakes will be up for grabs when ESPN2 News #12 ranked pound-4-pound boxer David Benavidez battles Demetrius Andrade with the winner likely to take on the cash cow Canelo. Benavidez vs Andrade Fight Odds have the WBC champion Benavidez listed as 4/1 betting favorite with 55% of boxing picks on the favorite. The last time out of the gate Andrade, 32-0, 19 KO’s, dominated fringe contender Demond Nicholson as a 20/1 favorite in his debut at super-middleweight. Benavidez, 27-0, 23 KO’s, is coming off a signature win over #3 ranked contender Caleb Plant as a 4/1 favorite. Can the speedy Andrade outbox the pressure fighter Benavidez? Will Benavidez use his natural size advantage to steamroll Andrade? Our panel of expert handicappers give away their boxing predictions for this clash between two fighters eager to hit the jackpot against Canelo Alvarez.
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David Benavidez vs Demetrius Andrade Time, TV, Odds
- Opening Fight Odds: Benavidez -400/Andrade +270
- Current Fight Odds: Benavidez -450/Andrade +335
- Boxing Picks Betting Action: Benavidez 55%/Andrade 45%
- Time: 11 PM ET
- Place: Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino Las Vegas
- TV: Showtime PPV
- At Stake: WBC Super Middleweight Championship
David Benavidez Tale-Of-The-Tape
- Fighting Moniker: El Bandera Roja
- Ht.: 6’0 1/2″
- Natural Weight Class: Light-Heavyweight
- Age: 26
- Reach: 74 1/2″
- Rounds Fought: 130
- Championship Rounds Fought: 58
- Fights Out Of: San Diego, CA
- From: Phoenix, AZ
- Trainer: Jose Benavidez Sr.
Strengths: Benavidez is a tall and lanky super middleweight that walks around at about 195 lbs. Arguably the best close range fighter in the sport with Canelo and Gervonta Davis as his closest rivals. Not a one-punch knockout guy but a strong puncher with both hands. Doesn’t know how to lose with an intimidating and aggressive ring prescence. Applies relentless pressure, cutting off retreating opponents with sneaky agility. Offensively gifted with rapid-fire combinations delivered accurately with bad intentions. Has the unique ability to stay balanced while throwing looping shots from unorthodox angles. Dexterous with the ability to fight southpaw when it serves him best. Skillful finisher that torches the body when he has his man hurt. Excellent counterpuncher with the ability to time foes with piercing blows to the head or body. Benavidez vs Andrade Fight Odds Over/Under is at 10.5 Rounds with the OVER at -170 at Mybookie.ag
“I will beat the fuck outta him.” -David Benavidez.
Weaknesses: Occasionally shuns defense and takes unnecessary punishment trying to pulverize foes. Runs mercurial and can forget to move his head when agitated. Mauls opponents with strength and volume punching but hasn’t showed much of a Plan B in the few scraps he has had to make adjustments. Relies on putting on the ear muffs as his main form of defense.
Demetrius Andrade Tale-Of-The-Tape
- Fighting Moniker: Boo Boo
- Ht. 6’0 1/2″
- Natural Weight Class: Middleweight
- Age: 35
- Reach: 73 1/2″
- Rounds Fought: 200
- Championship Rounds Fought: 92
- Fights Out Of: San Diego, CA
- From: Providence, Rhode Island
- Trainer: Andre Rozier
Strengths: Former Olympian has good pedigree and a tricky southpaw style with constant head movement. Intelligent boxer/puncher that has logged 200 rounds as a pro. One of the best defensive fighters in the sport with opponents connecting on only 19% of their punches. Hits harder than most pundits think with heavy hooks thrown with leverage at high velocity. Has an element of explosiveness with fast hands that fire off in salvos. Knows how to fight “long” making the most out of his long reach. Natural right hander that can put some sting on his jab when he chooses to use it. Ring general that knows how to pile up points.
“This is the Super Bowl of the 168-pound division. This is the biggest fight that can be made. The two most avoided fighters. Yes, I haven’t fought the best because the best doesn’t want to fight me. He can have that same claim. But the time is now. This is the fight.” -Demetrius Andrade.
Weaknesses: Andrade has a smallish 168 frame having fought most of his career at 154 and 160. Limited big-fight experience over the span of his 15-year pro career. Has the power to floor opponents but lacks the killer instinct to finish them off. Not a very accurate puncher, telegraphing power shots that expose him to counters. Tends to fade down the stretch displaying questionable stamina. Has been inactive for almost 11 months. At 35-years old has slowed down in the footspeed department sporting a knee sleeve in his last bout.
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Brad Marchetti Benavidez vs Andrade Power Ratings
Strength
Benavidez:4.5 out of 5.0 stars4.5
Andrade:3.5 out of 5.0 stars3.5
Use of Reach
Benavidez:4.0 out of 5.0 stars4.0
Andrade:4.5 out of 5.0 stars4.5
Left-Hand Power
Benavidez:3.5 out of 5.0 stars3.5
Andrade:3.5 out of 5.0 stars3.5
Right-Hand Power
Benavidez:4.0 out of 5.0 stars4.0
Andrade:3.5 out of 5.0 stars3.5
Finishing Ability
Benavidez:4.0 out of 5.0 stars4.0
Andrade:2.5 out of 5.0 stars2.5
Hand Speed
Benavidez:4.0 out of 5.0 stars4.0
Andrade:4.0 out of 5.0 stars4.0
Accuracy
Benavidez:4.0 out of 5.0 stars4.0
Andrade:3.0 out of 5.0 stars3.0
Stamina
Benavidez:4.5 out of 5.0 stars4.5
Andrade:3.5 out of 5.0 stars3.5
Defense
Benavidez:3.5 out of 5.0 stars3.5
Andrade:4.5 out of 5.0 stars4.5
Chin
Benavidez:4.5 out of 5.0 stars4.5
Andrade:3.5 out of 5.0 stars3.5
Jab
Benavidez:4.0 out of 5.0 stars4.0
Andrade:3.5 out of 5.0 stars3.5
Agility
Benavidez:3.5 out of 5.0 stars3.5
Andrade:3.5 out of 5.0 stars3.5
Bodypunching
Benavidez:4.5 out of 5.0 stars4.5
Andrade:3.5 out of 5.0 stars3.5
Bodypunch Toughness
Benavidez:4.5 out of 5.0 stars4.5
Andrade:3.5 out of 5.0 stars3.5
In-Fighting
Benavidez:4.5 out of 5.0 stars4.5
Andrade:3.5 out of 5.0 stars3.5
Heart/Determination
Benavidez:4.5 out of 5.0 stars4.5
Andrade:4.0 out of 5.0 stars4.0
Confidence
Benavidez:4.5 out of 5.0 stars4.5
Andrade:4.0 out of 5.0 stars4.0
Strategic Dexterity
Benavidez:3.5 out of 5.0 stars3.5
Andrade:4.0 out of 5.0 stars4.0
Quality of Opposition
Benavidez:4.0 out of 5.0 stars4.0
Andrade:3.5 out of 5.0 stars3.5
Experience
Benavidez:4.0 out of 5.0 stars4.0
Andrade:4.0 out of 5.0 stars4.0
Crowd Support
Benavidez:4.0 out of 5.0 stars4.0
Andrade:2.0 out of 5.0 stars2.0
Peak Form/Inactivity
Benavidez:4.0 out of 5.0 stars4.0
Andrade:3.0 out of 5.0 stars3.0
Cuts/Injuries
Benavidez:4.0 out of 5.0 stars4.0
Andrade:3.5 out of 5.0 stars3.5
Age/Ring Wear/Reflexes/Weight
Benavidez:3.5 out of 5.0 stars3.5
Andrade:3.5 out of 5.0 stars3.5
Judges Scoring/Referee/Gloves/Ring Size
Benavidez:4.0 out of 5.0 stars4.0
Andrade:3.0 out of 5.0 stars3.0
Trainer
Benavidez:3.5 out of 5.0 stars3.5
Andrade:4.0 out of 5.0 stars4.0
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