New Delhi, May 1 -- In David Benavidez's perfect world, he would be preparing for a Cinco de Mayo weekend showdown Saturday against Canelo Alvarez, the big-name fighter "The Mexican Monster" pursued only to be repeatedly rebuffed.

Benavidez almost certainly won't ever see his dream come true of facing Alvarez, a reality he and many boxing fans have begrudgingly accepted. Maybe it doesn't matter anymore after Canelo was soundly beaten by Terence Crawford last September for the unified super middleweight title.

But that doesn't make what's set to take place this weekend any less worthy for Benavidez. The Phoenix native and Miami resident could make history by becoming the first champion at 168, 175 and 200 pounds if he beats WBA and WBO c...