標籤: Benavidez

Boxing icon Roy Jones Jr believes David Benavidez may have missed a golden career opportunity if he did not make heavyweight king Oleksandr Usyk his next opponent.

Last week, “The Mexican Monster” took his record to 32-0 with a sixth-round knockout of WBA and WBO cruiserweight champion Gilberto Ramirez. This victory was a very successful debut for Benavidez in a new weight class. This also means that he is now a three-division world champion.

The 29-year-old’s status in the game has never been higher, and he can now make his own decisions. Because he’s no longer a hunter, he’s a big-money star that other fighters are hunting. That’s why former four-division titlist Jones Jr. believes Benavidez should change divisions again, this time making the move to heavyweight.

Roy Jones: Benavidez vs. Usyk ‘one of the biggest fights of this decade’

in a new version of sports hall Podcast with fellow boxing great Andre Ward, Jones Jr. claimed that a super fight between Benavidez and Usyk would be “one of the biggest fights of this decade.” He believes Benavidez should take advantage of the opportunity and not get caught up in other fights.

“It wouldn’t be wise for David Benavidez to give Jay Opetia a chance right now because he’s hot,” Jones Jr. said.

The boxing legend explained that with the value of his name as strong as ever, Benavidez will have to seize the biggest money-making opportunities. Especially since a long-expected clash with Canelo Alvarez has eluded him.

“You can always come back and fight Opetaiya if you want. If you lost to Usyk, the Opetaiya fight is still there. If you lost to Opetaiya, the Usyk fight is over. So be smart about this thing,” he said.

There has been speculation about a Benavidez vs. Usyk bout in 2026. However, as boxing fans know, it is always difficult to get a matchup of that magnitude. Luckily, both men are very game fighters and are ready for big challenges. Which gives it a better chance of becoming a reality.

After earning a journalism degree in 2017, Jason Burgos worked as a contributor to several sites, including MMA Sacca… More about Jason Burgos

Two-division champion David Benavidez (31-0) is looking to add another title to his name, this time in a new weight class. His cruiserweight opponent? Unified WBA and WBO cruiserweight champion Gilberto “Zardo” Ramirez (48-1). Who will take the crown? Find out how to watch Benavidez vs. Zardo on DAZN here.

Check out: PPV Boxing Tonight: Complete schedule and how to watch online

When is the Benavidez vs Zardo fight?

The Benavidez vs. Zardo fight will take place on Saturday, May 2 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, United States. Start time for the pay-per-view event is 9pm ET/6pm PT/1am (Sunday) GMT, streaming exclusively on DAZN.

How do I order the Benavidez vs Zurdo fight?

Subscribers can order the Benavidez vs. Zardo fight exclusively through DAZN. New viewers require a DAZN subscription to enjoy premium sports content and pay-per-view events. Some broadcasts require additional payment, such as the fight between Benavidez and Zurdo.

What is the Benavidez fight worth on DAZN?

Via DAZN, you can watch Benavidez vs. Zurdo for an additional fee. DAZN offers two subscriptions: a monthly subscription for $29.99/month or a 12-month subscription for $19.99/month. The cost to watch the Benavidez fight will be between $41.99 and $79.99. Click here for the latest fight prices on DAZN.

Is DAZN offering a free month for the Benavidez vs. Zurdo fight?

First-time customers can earn a free month of DAZN when they purchase pay-per-view events. Unlike other free trials, new viewers are required to subscribe to DAZN and purchase a PPV event like Benavidez vs. Zurdo to get the first month free. This deal applies to annual and monthly passes.

Read more: How much is DAZN? Value, PPV, options and more in 2026

What devices can I use to watch DAZN?

There are several devices you can use to watch DAZN content. These include Android phones, iPhone, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV 4th Gen, Hisense Smart TV, Android TV and Sony PlayStation 5. Full compatibility list is available below:

• amazon fire tablet
• amazon fire tv
• amazon fire stick
• Android phone/tablet
• android tv
• apple tv fourth generation
• Hisense Smart TV
• iPhone
• ipad
• lg smart tv
• panasonic smart tv
• philips tv
• samsung smart tv
• sony android tv
• sony playstation 4
• sony playstation 4 pro
• sony playstation 5
• Xbox one
• xbox one s
• xbox one x
• xbox series s
• xbox series x

What is the fight card for the Benavidez vs Zurdo fight?

While David Benavidez vs. Gilberto “Zardo” Ramirez is the main event at T-Mobile Arena, there are still plenty of other bouts to enjoy beforehand. Check out the full fight card below, and stream all the fights leading up to the main ring walk.

• David Benavidez vs. Gilberto “Zardo” Ramirez (cruiserweight)
• Armando Resendiz vs. Jaime Munguia (super middleweight)
• Oscar Duarte vs. Angel Fierro (Super Lightweight)
• Isaac Lucero vs. Ismael Flores (super welterweight)
• Jorge Chavez vs. Jose Tito Sanchez (super bantamweight)
• Daniel Blancas vs. Raul Salomon (super middleweight)
• Juan Carrillo vs. Marlo Delgado (Light Heavyweight)
• Dylan Capetillo vs. Martin Caraballo (welterweight)

questions to ask

Alexandria is a news editor, writer, and reader of all things literary. She graduated from the State University of… More about Alexandria Wyckoff

It’s the same story, this time louder. David Benavidez is not holding back, and his latest comments aimed at Canelo Alvarez are easily his most direct to date. In a recent interview, the undefeated contender didn’t dance around it. He questioned Canelo’s desire to fight him and made it clear that he still viewed that matchup as unfinished business.

“He’s scared, he has no balls. That’s the thing. I give Canelo total respect… but I was the #1 contender in two weight classes for a long time.”

That tension has been building for years. Benavidez, now 30-0 with 24 knockouts, has consistently topped the super middleweight division. At one point, he held the WBC interim title and sat as a mandatory challenger, yet the fight never came to fruition.

“He’s shown he doesn’t want to fight me. It’s a real shame because it’s a fight everyone wants to see.”

David Benavidez vs. Canelo Alvarez: A fight that never came together

On paper this was the fight. Two Mexican stars. Same division. High stakes. Huge interest from fans.

But boxing rarely goes according to script.

Canelo Alvarez, now 35, has built his career around big names and calculated moves. He became a four-division world champion and one of the biggest pay-per-view draws in the sport. Nevertheless, Benavidez believes that despite earning his position he was constantly ignored.

The situation changed even further last year after Canelo lost his undisputed super middleweight title to Terence Crawford. That loss changed the division and, in some ways, changed the urgency of the Benavidez fight.

Now, with Canelo Alvarez planning a comeback later this year and reportedly knocking out both Benavidez and Dmitry Bivol, that long-awaited clash is looking less likely than ever.

Benavidez moves forward but doesn’t let go

This is where things get interesting. Benavidez isn’t waiting any longer, calling out Canelo Alvarez still.

He is going up.

The 28-year-old is set to face Gilberto Ramirez at cruiserweight on May 2, a serious step up to a heavier and more dangerous division. It’s not just a fight to stay busy, either. Ramirez holds the major titles, and a win would immediately legitimize Benavidez at 200 pounds.

Benavidez even claimed that he tried to make the Canelo fight a financial success, saying that he had offered $150 million which went nowhere. Whether those numbers hold up or not, it shows just how far he was willing to go to secure the fight.

Still the tone did not change.

“I have 100% confidence in myself and my skills. If he says he’s the baddest man on the planet, why not give the fans what they want to see?”

the window might be closing

At this point, it seems like one of those feuds that remains more in debate than reality.

Benavidez is moving to a different weight class. Canelo Alvarez is choosing his path carefully. The time that once made this fight right is beginning to slip away.

Promoters know this. The fans definitely feel it.

And if Benavidez wins at cruiserweight, the conversation could completely change. He will no longer pursue Canelo. He might be making something new.

Still, this rivalry won’t be completely over until both fighters battle it out. Too much history. Too much conversation. And honestly, a lot of people still want to see it happen.

Dogley Wilberforce is a boxing writer for SportsNaught, covering fight news, fighter reactions and major bouts in the sport… More about Dogley Wilberforce