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Talks are underway for a July bout pitting WBC super middleweight champion David Benavidez against everyone's favorite whipping boy, Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.

It would be Chavez' first fight since getting shut out by Canelo Alvarez last Cinco de Mayo.

Junior isn't rated in the top 15 by the WBC, but that little detail figures to change if a match with the talented, young Benavidez can be arranged.

Be aware, though, that Chavez has been talking about making a comeback since last October, but proposed fights with Martin Murray and Perro Angulo have gone by the wayside.

Last year, Benavidez said that Chavez isn't worthy of a title shot until he beats a quality super middleweight.

But apparently Benavidez has had a change of heart. It might have something to do with money.

Called this months ago.

Well, there's still money in fighting a name like Chavez Jr.

Gavril, Hart and even Smith don't have the mainstream appeal that Junior does.

Benavidez said the right thing last year when he said that Chavez doesn't deserve a title shot. But money is more important than honor. That's why you're a professional.

Chavez Jr hates Boxing.... He doesn't even watch it... He hates training... He loves to laugh his ass off at inept opponents while he's in the process of beating the shitt out of them... He loves money and free time...

Those are the only 3 reasons he laces 'em up.