By David Selwyn

Las Vegas/Feb2… In their light heavyweight title fight on February 1, 2025, David Benavidez retained his interim WBC title and won David Morrell’s WBA (Regular) belt. The judges scored the fight 115-111, 115-111, and 118-108.

It was an intense bout, with Benavidez landing powerful shots throughout. Morrell showed resilience but ultimately couldn’t match Benavidez’s performance.

Benavidez, known for his formidable power and relentless pressure, dominated the early rounds with his aggressive style. His precision and timing were evident as he consistently landed heavy blows on Morrell. Despite the onslaught, Morrell demonstrated incredible resilience, absorbing Benavidez’s punches and countering strategically.

As the fight progressed, it became clear that Benavidez’s conditioning and stamina were superior. He maintained a high pace, forcing Morrell to fight defensively. In the later rounds, Benavidez’s relentless pressure paid off. However, Morrell refused to give up and continued showing heart and determination until the final bell.

The unanimous decision favoring Benavidez was a testament to his dominance throughout the fight. His victory not only secured his titles but also solidified his status as one of the top light heavyweights in the world. For Morrell, despite the loss, his performance earned him respect and admiration, proving that he belongs among the elite fighters in the division.

The bout highlighted the high skill level and competition in the light heavyweight division and set the stage for potential future matchups that fans eagerly anticipate.

The undercard for the David Benavidez vs. David Morrell fight was packed with action. The results are in:

Isaac Cruz defeated Angel Fierro by unanimous decision. This fight was a potential Fight of the Year contender, with Cruz winning the WBC Aztec Warrior Belt.

Stephen Fulton defeated Brando Figueroa by unanimous decision. Fulton won the WBC featherweight title, making him a two-division champion.

Jesus Ramos defeated Jeison Rosario by eighth-round stoppage. Ramos dominated Rosario to secure the victory.

Fight of the night: Mirco Cuello defeats  Christian Olivo via stoppage in the 10th round.

The atmosphere in the arena was electric as the fight began. The opening bell showed that Cuello and Olivo were in peak condition and ready to give their all. The early rounds were marked by intense exchanges, with Cuello demonstrating his speed and power while Olivo showcased his defensive skills and counterattacks.

As the fight progressed, the momentum shifted back and forth, with neither fighter willing to give an inch. Cuello’s aggressive style kept Olivo on his toes, but Olivo’s tactical approach allowed him to evade many of Cuello’s most powerful strikes. The crowd was treated to a display of skill and heart as both fighters pushed their limits in pursuit of victory.

Behind on all cards, Cuello kept his undefeated record intact with a series of body blows that left Olivo gassed and, according to the referee, unable to continue. It was a sensational fight and a sensational stoppage. 

DS