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David Benavidez Secures Light Heavyweight Title in Miami

4/21/2025

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In a thrilling ceremony in Miami, WBA President Gilberto Jesús Mendoza presented the prestigious light heavyweight championship belt to the undefeated David Benavidez, now 30-0. Celebrated for his unwavering dedication, Benavidez claimed the title on January 31 against David Morrell Jr. He proudly holds both a full WBA title and a secondary WBC title, eyeing a summer title defense.

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In a thrilling ceremony in Miami, WBA President Gilberto Jesús Mendoza presented the prestigious light heavyweight championship belt to the undefeated David Benavidez, now 30-0. Celebrated for his unwavering dedication, Benavidez claimed the title on January 31 against David Morrell Jr. He proudly holds both a full WBA title and a secondary WBC title, eyeing a summer title defense.