Benavidez Defeats Morrell to Solidify Light heavyweight Claim
David Benavidez dominated David Morrell via unanimous decision on Saturday night,securing a key victory in teh light heavyweight division. the bout, held at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, saw Benavidez retain his WBC light heavyweight interim title and claim Morrell’s WBA light heavyweight “regular” belt.
This win further positions Benavidez for a potential showdown with undisputed light heavyweight champion artur Beterbiev. Benavidez, who previously campaigned at super middleweight, had long sought a fight with Canelo Alvarez before moving up in weight. His light heavyweight debut saw him defeat Oleksandr Gvozdyk by unanimous decision.
Morrell, a former amateur standout who turned professional in 2019, entered the fight with an notable record, including nine knockouts in his first 10 bouts. After going the distance for the first time against Radivoje Kalajdzic in August 2022, Morrell successfully defended his WBA title six times before encountering Benavidez.
What titles did David Benavidez retain and claim after defeating David Morrell?
Benavidez Defeats Morrell to Solidify Light heavyweight Claim
David Benavidez dominated David Morrell via unanimous decision on saturday night,securing a key victory in teh light heavyweight division.the bout, held at T-Mobile Arena in Las vegas, saw Benavidez retain his WBC light heavyweight interim title and claim Morrell’s WBA light heavyweight “regular” belt.
This win further positions Benavidez for a potential showdown with undisputed light heavyweight champion artur Beterbiev. Benavidez,who previously campaigned at super middleweight, had long sought a fight with Canelo Alvarez before moving up in weight. His light heavyweight debut saw him defeat Oleksandr Gvozdyk by unanimous decision.
Morrell, a former amateur standout who turned professional in 2019, entered the fight with an notable record, including nine knockouts in his first 10 bouts. After going the distance for the first time against Radivoje Kalajdzic in August 2022, Morrell successfully defended his WBA title six times before encountering Benavidez.
Q&A
Q: What’s next for Benavidez?
A: with this impressive win,Benavidez is now the leading contender for a unification bout against undisputed light heavyweight champion Artur Beterbiev. This fight would undoubtedly be one of the biggest in the division.
Q: Who is David Benavidez?
A: Benavidez is a rising star in the light heavyweight division. He previously held the WBC super middleweight title and boasts an impressive record. Before moving up in weight, he had long sought a fight with boxing superstar Canelo Alvarez.
Q: What can we expect from Morrell after this loss?
A: Despite the setback, Morrell remains a top contender in the light heavyweight division. At just 25 years old, he has time to regroup and come back stronger.
Witness the ascension of David Benavidez as he continues to climb the ranks of the light heavyweight division.
