Lyndor Arthur, former light heavyweight champion, predicted that Anthony Yarde will not have an easy time when he faces David Benavidez for the World Boxing Council (WBC) 175-pound title on November 22 in Riyadh.

In In In an interview with Pro Boxing Fans, Arthur explained that if Yarde doesn't capitalize and knock out Benavidez in the early rounds of the fight, he won't be able to defeat the Mexican-American. “Benavidez isn't as tall as I thought next to Yarde, but I still think he'll have a very difficult time. I think Yarde will have to knock him out quickly if he wants to win,” he said. According to experts, the British boxer is one of the most dangerous challengers David Benavidez will face at 175 pounds due to his power. Despite this, the Mexican-American remains the favorite to win.

Recall that after Dmitry Bivol decided to vacate his WBC title, the Mexican-American became the undisputed champion of the division and expressed interest in fighting Callum Smith or Anthony Yarde.

Ultimately, Yarde secured the challenger position, and this will be his third opportunity to try to become a world champion.

The Mexican Monster, on the other hand, will make his first title defense after dominating David Morrell Jr. in his last appearance in the ring this past February. David Benavidez, 29, won the WBA regular 175-pound title from David Morrell after defeating him by unanimous decision. The Mexican Monster boasts a record of 30 wins, 24 of them by knockout, and no losses in his professional career. Anthony Yarde, 33, is coming off a victory over Lyndor Arthur last April and could now be crowned WBC light heavyweight champion. The English fighter has 27 wins (24 by knockout) and three losses.