David Benavidez Seizes Major Opportunity with Victory Over David Morrell Jr.

heavyweight world champion and mandatory challenger to face the winner of the February 22 rematch between undisputed 175-pound king Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol.

The fight was a thrilling back-and-forth battle, with Benavidez (30-0, 24 KOs) showcasing his relentless punching style, including slicing uppercuts and powerful hooks, to wear down Morrell (11-1, 9 KOs). Although Morrell managed to score a knockdown in the 11th round, he was penalized a point for a post-bell punch, ultimately leading to his first professional defeat.

In a post-fight interview with Prime Video, Benavidez expressed his determination to unify all four titles and be recognized as the best of his era. He eagerly anticipates his next challenge, which could involve facing the winner of the Beterbiev-Bivol rematch.

With his impressive victory over Morrell, Benavidez has solidified his position as a dominant force in the light heavyweight division and is poised to take on the toughest competitors in pursuit of his goal to become a unified champion.