David Benavidez Stops Zurdo Ramirez, Makes History calls canelo out

Photo credit: Ring Magazine David Benavidez is the first boxer in history to win world titles at 168, 175, and 200 pounds. “El Monstruo” captured the WBA and WBO cruiserweight championships with a devastating sixth-round knockout of Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez, cementing his legacy as a conqueror across three weight classes. The stoppage was brutal, but the aftermath revealed something unexpected. Benavidez got emotional during his post-fight interview, expressing genuine sorrow over defeating a longtime friend and former sparring partner. “I love Zurdo Ramirez. We came up sparring together. I got him ready for his world title fights, he got me ready for mine,” Benavidez said, visibly moved. “I’m kinda sad it had to happen like this, I love Zurdo Ramirez.” Once the dust settled, Benavidez shifted his focus to the biggest star in the sport. Spotting Canelo Alvarez in the building, he grabbed the microphone and turned the arena into a referendum. “I see Canelo in the building. Let me just ask the fans this. Do you guys want to see Canelo vs David Benavidez?” The crowd roared in approval. “Enough said. We can’t leave that fight on the table. I have respect for Canelo. He’s a great champion. I’m a great champion too. Let’s do it.” Benavidez made it clear he is willing to meet Canelo at light heavyweight, where he still holds a title. “I’m still champion at 175. They want to come get it at 175? Let’s get it at 175.” With 26 knockouts in 32 wins and belts now in three divisions, Benavidez is running out of peers and patience. The question is no longer about his resume—it’s whether the sport’s biggest names will finally answer the call of the Mexican Monster.

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