Here’s the latest I can share about Benavidez vs. Ramirez based on recent reports:
- Result and outcome: David Benavidez defeated Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez by sixth-round TKO to win unified cruiserweight titles, adding Ramirez’s WBA and WBO belts to his own collection. This is a key milestone confirming Benavidez’s status as a multi-division champion.[2][3]
- Build-up and context: The fight took place on Cinco de Mayo weekend in Las Vegas, with Benavidez moving up to cruiserweight to challenge Ramirez for the 200-pound titles and seeking a third division crown. There was widespread media coverage of weigh-ins, press conferences, and expert predictions in the lead-up, including pundit discussions and odds/preview pieces.[4][5][8][9]
- Notable moments: Reports describe Benavidez delivering sustained power and hand speed, dropping Ramirez and eventually forcing a stoppage; Ramirez was described as swollen and unable to continue in the sixth round in the live updates and post-fight write-ups.[3][2]
- Additional reactions: After the bout, Benavidez publicly called for further high-profile opponents, continuing his strong momentum following the win. Several outlets provided live-score cards and detailed round-by-round breakdowns during the event.[2][3]
Would you like a concise fight recap with key moments and a table of scores, or a short list of potential next opponents for Benavidez? I can also pull up specific post-fight quotes or preview what’s next for both fighters.
Citations:
- Benavidez’s win and unification at 200 pounds.[3][2]
- Event context and leading coverage (Cinco de Mayo Las Vegas, weigh-ins, previews).[5][8][9][4]
- Post-fight momentum and calls for future opponents.[2][3]
Sources
It’s set to be an all-out war as the unbeaten David Benavidez challenges Gilberto Ramirez for the WBA and WBO cruiserweight titles at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on Saturday night (Sunday morning SA time), writes Quintin van Jaarsveld. David Benavidez (1.28) v Gilberto Ramirez (4.00) (WBA and WBO Cruiserweight Championships) MAIN CARD: Saturday, […]
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www.cbssports.comCinco De Mayo weekend will see Mexican champions Gilberto 'Zurdo' Ramirez (48-1, 30 KOs) and David Benavidez (31-0, 25 KOs) meet in Las Vegas for a unified crui
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