David Benavidez

What is David Benavidez's Record?

David Benavidez's record currently stands at 31 wins, 0 losses, and 0 draws. He is currently undefeated in a total of 31 contests. Of those 31 wins, he has stopped 25 of his opponents, so his current knock-out ratio is 81%. He's boxed a total of 167 rounds, meaning his professional fights last 5.4 rounds on average.

When was his last fight and how active is he?

David Benavidez's last fight took place against Anthony Yarde on November 22, 2025, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. He won by technical knockout in the 7th round. That fight was 10 days ago.

Benavidez's last 5 fights have come over a period of 3 years, 6 months and 1 day, which means he has been fighting approximately every 8 months and 13 days. In those fights, he fought a total of 45 rounds, meaning that they have lasted 9 rounds on average.

What belts does David Benavidez hold?

He currently holds the WBC World Light heavyweight, and the WBA World Light Heavyweight championships.

He currently holds the WBC World Light heavyweight belt, having been promoted from a secondary belt on April 7, 2025. He has held this belt for a total of 239 days (7 months and 25 days) and has defended the belt 1 time. His first mandatory for his WBC belt is due against Artur Beterbiev.

He won WBA World Light Heavyweight belt against David Morrell, beating him by unanimous decision after 12 rounds on February 1, 2025. He has held this belt for a total of 304 days (10 months and 1 day) and has defended the belt 1 time. He is yet to make a mandatory defense of this belt.

How Old Is David Benavidez And Where Is he From?

The light heavyweight is currently 28 years old. He was born on December 17, 1996, so he will turn 29 in 15 days.

Benavidez was born in the United States.

How long has Benavidez been fighting?

David Benavidez made his professional debut in August 2013, so he has been a pro for 12 years and 3 months.

How good is he?

Benavidez is currently ranked 2nd by The Ring at Light Heavyweight.

How tall is Benavidez, What is his Reach And Which Stance Does he Use?

Benavidez is 6' 1" tall, which is 185cm. His reach is 76 inches, which is 193 cm. Benavidez fights from a traditional orthodox stance, which means he favours his right hand as his power hand when fighting.

What are some potential opponents for David Benavidez?

Some potential future fights for Benavidez include Unified Light Heavyweight Champion Dmitry Bivol, Artur Beterbiev, Edgar Berlanga, Canelo Alvarez and Jaime Munguia.

What will be David Benavidez's Next Fight And Where Can I Watch It?

David Benavidez doesn't currently have a fight scheduled.

Some potential future fights for Benavidez include Unified Light Heavyweight Champion Dmitry Bivol, Artur Beterbiev, Edgar Berlanga, Canelo Alvarez and Jaime Munguia.

In the UK you can usually stream Benavidez's fights on DAZN PPV.

In the US you can usually stream David Benavidez's fights via DAZN PPV.

What are some recent David Benavidez results?

Benavidez remains undefeated as a professional, stopping 2 of his last 5 opponents.

In his last fight, he beat Anthony Yarde on November 22, 2025, by technical knockout in the 7th round in their WBC World Light heavyweight and WBA World Light Heavyweight championship fight at ANB Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Prior to that, he had beaten David Morrell on February 1, 2025, by unanimous decision in their WBA World Light Heavyweight and WBC Interim World Light heavyweight championship fight at T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, United States.

Going into that contest, he had won against Oleksandr Gvozdyk on June 15, 2024, by unanimous decision in their WBC Interim World Light heavyweight championship fight at MGM Grand, Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas.

Before that, he had beaten Demetrius Andrade on November 25, 2023, by technical knockout in the 6th round in their WBC Interim World Super Middleweight championship fight at Michelob ULTRA Arena, Las Vegas.

He had defeated Caleb Plant on March 25, 2023, by unanimous decision in their WBC World Super Middleweight championship fight at MGM Grand, Las Vegas.