New York is probably the best location in terms of being neutral for their fans. The place has a lot of Ricans which is probably the reason why Miguel Cotto made it his American homecourt.
Plant wants Benavidez fight “locked in” for first quarter 2023
Canelo has hinted that he could fight the Plant vs. Benavidez winner, but he hasn’t come right out to say that he will 100% do that.
Some believe that Canelo will fight the winner if it’s Plant, but not if it’s the 26-year-old Benavidez due to the high potential of losing badly to him. Canelo’s career would tank badly if he were to get knocked out by Benavidez, which is why he’s not likely to face him if he beats Plant.
Source: https://www.boxingnews24.com/2022/12/plant-wants-benavidez-fight-locked-in-for-first-quarter-2023/
Hopefully, we can get a date in the first quarter of next year. I am not sure if they already started their training but I won't be surprised if Plant is into it. Benavidez is a huge guy and is probably eating and drinking a lot this Christmas and the coming New Year which makes March or even as far as April as its possible date.
Canelo will most likely take Plant if he wins. If Benavidez wins and Canelo can't see any weakness then he is likely to move up and take a rematch with Bivol. Although earlier, Canelo already mentioned that a Bivol rematch is his priority. Pretty gutsy but I like it rather than choosing soft oppositions.