Turki Alalshikh, the influential Saudi boxing chief, has shared his ardent desire to orchestrate three extraordinary fights: Joshua vs Fury, Canelo vs Crawford, and Beterbiev vs Benavidez.
The first match, Joshua vs Fury, would be a monumental clash between two British boxing icons. With years of speculation and buildup, this fight holds the potential to be the biggest boxing event in history. Fury’s upcoming showdown with Oleksandr Usyk on May 18 could pave the way for a subsequent encounter with AJ, fulfilling the long-held desire of fans worldwide.
Crawford, the undefeated American champion, has set his sights on moving up three weight divisions to challenge boxing’s superstar, Canelo. The Mexican legend has expressed a lack of interest thus far, but the allure of a lucrative Saudi payday could sway his decision.
Alalshikh’s vision extends beyond the undisputed light-heavyweight showdown between Bivol and Beterbiev on June 1. He envisions crowning the division’s undisputed champion by pitting the winner against David Benavidez, an unbeaten American star eager for a high-profile matchup. Despite Benavidez’s pursuit of a fight with Canelo, Alalshikh sees an opportunity to stage a tantalizing clash at 175lbs.
