David Benavidez likely to face Noel Mikaelian in next fight

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David Benavidez is reported to be in advanced negotiations to face Noel Mikaelian in a cruiserweight unification bout. The WBC has ordered Mikaelian to defend his title against Benavidez, marking a rare instance of a forced unification match.

David Benavidez is reportedly in “advanced” discussions to face Noel Mikaelian in a cruiserweight unification in his next fight. Lance Pugmire had the report, and the news comes not long after the WBC ordered that Mikaelian defend against Benavidez. It’s rare that the WBC or any sanctioning body orders a unification, but Benavidez is a […]