David Benavidez defeats Gilberto Ramirez: Fight card recap
This past Cinco de Mayo weekend, boxing fans witnessed a historic moment as David Benavidez made his mark by defeating Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez in Las Vegas. Benavidez’s victory secured him the title of a three-division world champion, making him the first fighter to achieve this feat in super middleweight, light heavyweight, and now cruiserweight divisions.
Benavidez’s strategic approach to the fight was apparent as he utilized his speed, power, movement, punch selection, and ring IQ to outmaneuver Ramirez. The knockout came in the sixth round, following a dominant performance that showcased Benavidez’s lightning-quick combination punching and undeniable power.
With this win, Benavidez’s professional record stands at an impressive 32-0, with 26 wins coming by way of knockout. On the other hand, Ramirez’s record now reflects 48 wins and 2 losses. Benavidez’s future plans include a potential return to the light heavyweight division, where he currently holds the WBC title, to face unified champion Dmitry Bivol.
During his post-fight interview, Benavidez didn’t shy away from calling out boxing superstar Canelo Alvarez, who was in the audience. With passion, Benavidez openly asked the fans if they would like to see a showdown between him and Canelo, receiving an overwhelmingly positive response from the crowd.
The boxing world is abuzz with excitement over what the future holds for David Benavidez, as he continues to solidify his place as one of the sport’s pound-for-pound greats. Stay tuned for more thrilling matches from this rising star in the world of boxing.
