In October, Plant defeated Anthony Dirrell ahead of schedule in the World Boxing Council eliminator in the weight category up to 76 kg. The full champion in this division is Saul Alvarez, who, according to information at the moment, will not be able to return to the ring until September next year.
Benavidez, 25, has held the WBC title since May. The American won the title by defeating David Lemieux ahead of schedule. The exact date and venue of the Benavidez-Plant fight should be officially confirmed in the near future.