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Ryan Garcia and David Benavidez spent time working together in the gym, providing a rare look at two of the sport’s biggest names. The training session served as preparation for their upcoming 2026 campaigns, both of which involve world title fights.

Boxing News / ESPN / January 12

Sources: Benavidez to fight Ramirez on May 2

David Benavidez will move up in class to challenge WBA and WBO cruiserweight champion Gilberto "Zurdo" Ramirez on May 2 in Las Vegas, sources told ESPN.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / December 8

Jermall Charlo welcomes showdown with David Benavidez

Jermall Charlo (34-0, 23 KOs) is undoubtedly one of the most talented middleweight fighters in recent times. He’s been a world champion in two different

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / November 26

Are Benavidez And Ramirez Ducking Opetaia?

IBF Cruiserweight Champion Jai Opetaia has accused David Benavidez and Gilberto Ramirez of ducking him. Opetaia’s comments follow after Benavidez (WBC Light Heavyweight Champion) said he would face Ramirez (WBA and WBO Cruiserweight Champion) on Cinco De Mayo after his Anthony Yarde stoppage win.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / November 24

What’s Next For Anthony Yarde After The Benavidez Loss?

Anthony Yarde has spoken out in the aftermath of his stoppage loss to David Benavidez. Yarde was stopped in the seventh round, as he missed out on securing the WBC Light Heavyweight Title.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / November 23

David Benavidez Announces Next Move

A year of speculation has officially turned into reality: David Benavidez vs. Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez is happening. Moments after dismantling Anthony Yarde in seven rounds in Riyadh, WBC light heavyweight champion David Benavidez revealed his next move and it’s a big one.

Boxing News / Yardbarker / November 23

Devin Haney, David Benavidez make statements on 'Night of Champions' card

On a night branded the "Night of Champions" at the ANB Arena, American stars Devin Haney and David Benavidez both delivered emphatic statements.

David Benavidez gives ‘all the credit’ to one fighter for pushing him to elite level

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Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 23

David Benavidez gives ‘all the credit’ to one fighter for pushing him to elite level

On November 22, at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, David Benavidez systematically broke down Anthony Yarde and stopped him in round seven to retain his WBC light heavyweight title.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / November 22

Benavidez Batters Yarde To Remain WBC Champ

WBC Light Heavyweight Champion David Benavidez retained his belt by stopping Anthony Yarde in the seventh round, as you can see how the fight played out live. Benavidez came into this fight making the first defense of his belt.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 23

David Benavidez vs. Anthony Yarde live results update from inside the ANB Arena!

RIYADH — Welcome to the live results update for David Benavidez vs. Anthony Yarde! Their bout headlines a Riyadh Season card at the ANB Arena in Saudi Arabia.

Boxing News / KO on SI / November 22

Boxing Tonight (11/22/25): Preview, Cards

It's a massive day for boxing with a packed Riyadh Season card taking place in Saudi Arabia that features David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde, Brian Norman Jr vs Devin Haney, Abdullah Mason vs Sam Noakes, and Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez vs Fernando Martinez.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 21

David Benavidez delivers warning ahead of Anthony Yarde showdown

On Saturday, November 22, at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde headlines a stacked Ring IV card. The main event will be for Benavidez’s WBC and WBA “regular” light heavyweight title.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / November 20

Devin Haney vs Brian Norman Jr.: Preview, Prediction & Betting Odds

An elite puncher and an elite boxer will collide Saturday at ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where unbeaten WBO welterweight champion Brian Norman Jr.

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Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 19

David Benavidez drops five-word prediction ahead of Anthony Yarde showdown

On Saturday, November 22, the stacked Ring IV card takes place at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, headlined by David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde on DAZN Pay-Per-View.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / November 17

David Benavidez admits sparring devastating puncher at 15 and what he learned

On Saturday, November 22, at the ANB Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde headlines a stacked Ring IV card. Ahead of his title defence, Benavidez has spoken to Matchroom Boxing, recalling when, at 15 years old, he sparred Gennady Golovkin, and what he learnt from those sessions.

Boxing News / KO on SI / November 8

David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde: Preview, Fight Card

WBC light heavyweight champion David Benavidez will look to defend his 175 lbs title for the first time on November 22, against the seasoned Anthony Yarde.

Boxing News / KO on SI / November 7

David Benavidez Reveals The Three Fights He's After, And If Canelo Is One Of Them

For a long time, David Benavidez was touted as the toughest fight for Canelo Alvarez. At one point, they were the two leading horses at super middleweight.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / November 4

David Benavidez Vs. Zurdo Ramirez – How Does It Play Out?

Negotiations are reportedly underway for a 2026 fight between David Benavidez and unified cruiserweight champion Zurdo Ramirez, which could come about if they win their next fights. Eric Gomez of Golden Boy Promotions confirmed the news, putting the pressure on both men to win their next fights.

Boxing News / KO on SI / October 22

David Benavidez Ranks His Top Three Pound-For-Pound Boxers — And Explains Why

A long-standing debate in boxing revolves around who is considered the pound-for-pound best fighter in the sport. Fans in the boxing community will often compare fighters of various sizes and try and determine who is the best if every boxer were the same size.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / October 7

David Benavidez reveals ‘the fights I want’ and who’s on his list

David Benavidez (30-0, 24 KOs) continues to operate at the highest level and has impressed since moving up to light heavyweight. Since moving to his new weight, he has defeated Oleksandr Gvozdyk and David Morrell, placing Benavidez among the elite in the division.

Boxing News / EssentiallySports / October 7

David Benavidez Set to Leave PBC, Eyes Canelo & Floyd Mayweather-Esque Future

David Benavidez is a risk-taker. Not a swashbuckler but a thinker, drawn to calculated risks. Once an overweight kid, he defied odds and laced up, dreaming about boxing glory.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / October 2

David Benavidez: 'I’m Not Gonna Run From Anything'

David Benavidez knows the pain of being avoided. Once frozen out of big fights at super middleweight, the unbeaten power puncher now finds himself as the man to beat at light heavyweight.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 18

Benavidez Breaks It Down: Why Canelo vs.. Crawford Isn’t Just a Super Fight

David Benavidez, the undefeated powerhouse from Phoenix, Arizona, doesn’t hold back when it comes to elite boxing matchups. Known as the “Mexican Monster” for his relentless volume punching and forward pressure, Benavidez has held the WBC super middleweight title twice.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 4

David Benavidez To Defend Belt Against Power Punching Veteran

David Benavidez is scheduled to make the first defense of his WBC light heavyweight title against Anthony Yarde on a Riyadh Season card in November, Turki Alalshikh confirmed Thursday.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / April 9

David Benavidez Reacts To Being New WBC Champion

After the announcement of Bivol vacating the WBC title to make Benavidez the new Title holder, Benavidez went to social media to express how he felt about this development.

Boxing News / Yardbarker / February 14

Potential next face of boxing awaits superfight winner

Potential next face of boxing awaits the Artur Beterbiev-Dmitry Bivol superfight winner

As the highly anticipated rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol approaches on Feb. 22 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — on what some are calling the greatest boxing card of all time — one fighter watches with keen interest.

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Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / October 9, 2024

David Benavidez says a deal with David Morrell Jr. is done

David Benavidez says a deal has been made to fight David Morrell Jr. at 175 pounds, with reports it will happen in Las Vegas on January 25. The pair have been linked with the fight for some time during the days at 168 pounds.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 8, 2024

David Benavidez vs David Morrell Agreed For Early 2025

In a surprise turn of events, WBC interim light heavyweight champion David Benavidez (29-0, 24 KOs) announced on Instagram that he will be facing undefeated Cuban sensation David Morrell Jr.