dailyloe.com – David Benavidez achieved a significant milestone on Saturday night by knocking out Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez.
This victory took place in Las Vegas, where Benavidez won the WBA and WBO cruiserweight titles at 2:59 of the sixth round.
With this win, Benavidez became the first boxer to earn championships at 168, 175, and 200 pounds.
Benavidez, maintaining an undefeated record of 32-0 with 26 knockouts, was a -600 favorite for this match.
Ramirez, now 48-2 with 30 KOs, was sent to the canvas twice during the fight.
In the co-main event, Jaime Munguía upset title holder Armando Reséndiz, winning by unanimous decision.
Munguía’s victory was decisive, as he scored 117-111, 119-109, and 120-108 on the judges’ scorecards.
After his fight, Munguía expressed excitement for future challenges, saying, “It feels great to have this championship belt with me, but this is just the beginning.”
Benavidez fought with Canelo Alvarez present ringside, hoping to set up a potential showdown.
He acknowledged Alvarez’s presence, stating, “I see Canelo in the building,” and reiterated his desire for the match.
Alvarez, wearing a black Munguía T-shirt, received boos from the crowd each time he appeared on the video board.
In contrast, Benavidez was cheered during his pre-fight preparations.
Throughout the fight, Benavidez showcased his rapid-fire combinations, targeting Ramirez’s head consistently.
In the fourth round, a right hand staggered Ramirez, leading to a knockdown at the end of the round.
Two rounds later, Ramirez went down again, resulting in the fight’s conclusion.
Following this victory, Benavidez can assert his position among the best pound-for-pound boxers in the sport.
