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Benavidez's 'Mexican Monster' Roars: New Cruiserweight Champ!
3 May
Summary
- David Benavidez achieved a brutal sixth-round stoppage.
- He captured WBA and WBO cruiserweight titles in Las Vegas.
- Benavidez became a three-division world champion with this win.
David Benavidez solidified his "Mexican Monster" nickname with a spectacular sixth-round stoppage of Gilberto "Zurdo" Ramirez. The bout, held at T-Mobile Arena, saw Benavidez claim the WBA and WBO cruiserweight titles, marking his third division championship.
Benavidez, now undefeated at 32-0, showcased his signature hand speed and power. He consistently pressured Ramirez, landing punishing combinations that stunned his opponent early. By the fourth round, Benavidez had scored a knockdown, and he closed the show decisively in the sixth.
With this commanding victory, Benavidez expressed interest in future matchups against notable fighters like Canelo Alvarez and Dmitry Bivol, signaling his ambition to conquer further challenges in boxing.
