David Benavidez

What is David Benavidez's Record?

David Benavidez's record currently stands at 30 wins, 0 losses, and 0 draws. He is currently undefeated in a total of 30 contests. Of those 30 wins, he has stopped 24 of his opponents, so his current knock-out ratio is 80%. He's boxed a total of 160 rounds, meaning his professional fights last 5.3 rounds on average.

When was his last fight and how active is he?

David Benavidez's last fight took place against David Morrell on February 1, 2025, in Las Vegas, United States. He won by unanimous decision after 12 rounds. That fight was 5 months and 10 days ago.

Benavidez's last 5 fights have come over a period of 3 years, 2 months and 19 days, which means he has been fighting approximately every 7 months and 23 days. In those fights, he fought a total of 40 rounds, meaning that they have lasted 8 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 95 days (3 months and 4 days) and is yet to make a defense of the belt. 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 160 days (5 months and 10 days) and is yet to make a defense of the belt. 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 5 months and 6 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 11 years and 10 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 Super Middleweight Champion Canelo Alvarez, Artur Beterbiev, Edgar Berlanga, Jaime Munguia and Callum Smith.

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

David Benavidez is to face Anthony Yarde next on Saturday, November 22nd, 2025. The fight will take place at ANB Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It will be shown by DAZN PPV in both the United States and the UK.

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 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.

Prior to that, he had beaten 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.

Going into that contest, he had won against 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.

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

He had defeated David Lemieux on May 21, 2022, by technical knockout in the 3rd round in their WBC Interim World Super Middleweight championship fight at Gila River Arena, Glendale.