David Benavidez showcased his boxing prowess by unifying the light heavyweight championship in a commanding fashion against challenger David Morrell. Benavidez secured a unanimous decision victory to retain his interim WBC belt and claim the WBA title.
The judges scored the fight decisively, with two judges scoring it 115-111 and one judge scoring it 118-108 in favor of Benavidez. The Mexican Monster, as Benavidez is known, demonstrated his dominance by controlling nearly every round of the fight, except for the third and 11th rounds.
Utilizing his reach advantage and a diverse array of punches, Benavidez effectively targeted Morrell's body and head throughout the bout. According to CompuBox statistics, Benavidez landed an impressive 48% of his power punches, including 76 body shots out of his total of 224 landed punches.
Despite a brief stumble in the 11th round resulting in a knockdown, Benavidez remained composed and focused on his game plan. Morrell, who suffered his first professional loss, acknowledged Benavidez's skill and resilience in the ring.
Benavidez expressed his gratitude to his supporters and emphasized his ambition to become the best in his era. The victory marked a significant milestone in his career, and he is eager to pursue unifying all four titles in the division.
Other Results from the Event
In the co-main event, Stephen Fulton Jr. claimed the WBC featherweight belt with a unanimous decision victory over Brandon Figueroa. Additionally, Isaac Cruz emerged victorious in a thrilling super lightweight bout against Angel Fierro, while Jesus Ramos Jr. secured a stoppage win over Jeison Rosario in the middleweight division.
The event showcased high-level competition and memorable performances, setting the stage for future matchups and title unifications in the sport of boxing.
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