Boxing Fans Debate Ortiz’s demands, Opponent quality & Potential Fights
November 16, 2025 – A heated online debate is brewing amongst boxing fans regarding the potential fight between Cuban veteran Orlando Ortiz and british contender Bootsy, alongside broader discussions about fighter demands and opponent selection in the current boxing landscape.The conversation, unfolding in online forums, centers on Ortiz reportedly seeking $10 million for a bout with Bootsy, and his potential alternatives.
The initial spark came from user “Oregonian,” who questioned the rationale behind Ortiz’s financial demands and his interest in facing Errol Spence Jr., labeling the latter a “Walking Dead” opponent. This prompted a response from “LAchargers373,” who argued that Ortiz’s potential opponents – including Shane Mosley, Adrien Broner, and Julio Caesar Chavez Jr. - represent a substantially higher caliber of competition than anyone Bootsy has faced.
“All three of those names better than Bootsy’s whole resume,” LAchargers373 asserted, adding that even a diminished Errol Spence Jr. remains a more credible opponent than anyone on Bootsy’s record.
The discussion quickly broadened to encompass the practice of fighters using large financial demands as a tactic to avoid challenging matchups. Oregonian drew a parallel to Canelo Alvarez’s previous demand of $150 million to fight David Benavidez, suggesting it was a purposeful attempt to sidestep a tough fight, ultimately choosing to face Callum Smith instead. They allege a similar pattern with Ortiz angling for Spence.
Beyond the immediate Ortiz-Bootsy situation, the conversation also took a nostalgic turn, with user “ShoulderRoll” reminiscing about the now-defunct Super Six World Boxing Classic.They lauded the tournament’s format – featuring a round-robin of world champions – as a golden era for boxing, and suggested a similar tournament at 154 pounds could revitalize the sport.
The exchange highlights the ongoing frustrations of boxing fans with promotional maneuvering, perceived avoidance of top competition, and the financial complexities that often overshadow the sport itself. The debate underscores the desire for more compelling matchups and a return to the competitive spirit of tournaments like the Super Six.
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