David Benavidez

Professional Boxer

American Phoenix, Arizona

Quick Info

ProfessionProfessional Boxer
NationalityAmerican
Date of Birth17/12/1996
Age29 years
BirthplacePhoenix, Arizona

Latest News about David Benavidez

01/05/2026

David Benavidez won the WBA and WBO cruiserweight world titles by defeating Gilberto Ramirez via sixth-round knockout. The victory made him a three-division world champion and the first boxer to win titles at super middleweight, light heavyweight, and cruiserweight.

01/04/2025

Benavidez was officially recognized as the WBC light heavyweight world champion after Dmitry Bivol vacated the title. The title change followed Benavidez's win over David Morrell Jr. in February 2025, which confirmed his status at 175 pounds.

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Bio/Wiki

Full NameAnthony David Benavidez
Nicknames
  • The Mexican Monster
  • El Monstro
  • Red Flag

Physical Stats & More

Height6'2" (188 cm)
Weight175 lbs (79.55 kg)
Reach74.5" (189 cm)

Personal Life

ResidenceMiami, Florida

Family

FatherMexican
MotherEcuadorian

Career

Pro Debut17/08/2013
Record32-0-0 (26 KOs)
Titles
  • WBC Super Middleweight (2017, reclaimed 2019)
  • WBC Light Heavyweight (2024-)
  • WBA Light Heavyweight (2025-)
  • Unified WBA and WBO Cruiserweight (2026-)
Notable Wins
  • Ronald Gavril
  • Anthony Dirrell
  • Caleb Plant
  • Demetrius Andrade
  • Oleksandr Gvozdyk
  • David Morrell Jr.
  • Gilberto Ramirez

Some Lesser Known Facts

1. Youngest super middleweight world champion at 20 years old
2. Overcame obesity and homelessness in youth
3. Pro debut at age 16
4. Suspended for anti-doping violation, returned stronger
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