David Benavidez is gearing up for a thrilling bout against Gilberto Ramirez. The match is set for May 2, 2026, in Las Vegas during the iconic Cinco de Mayo weekend.
Benavidez's perfect record of 31-0 stands as an impressive feat in both the super middleweight and light heavyweight divisions. The talented fighter will take on Ramirez — also known as "Zurdo" — who comes in with a staggering record of 48-1. This meeting promises to bring intense action as both fighters aim to demonstrate their prowess inside the ring.
Ramirez holds WBA and WBO titles, and he will defend these during this showdown. Additionally, he'll be making his third defense of the cruiserweight title. Besides aiming for victory, Ramirez expressed a sense of pride about representing Mexico on such an important weekend.
On Instagram, possibly reflecting Gilberto's feelings, someone shared:
"I am truly honored to defend my WBA/WBO titles and represent Mexico during the Cinco de Mayo weekend in Las Vegas. It will be a legendary night. Thank you for all the love and support. See you in Las Vegas."
Missing from this legendary boxing landscape is Canelo Alvarez. Well-known for his May celebrations, Alvarez takes time to recover from elbow surgery and plans his return on September 12 in Saudi Arabia.
Fans can expect a memorable encounter between Benavidez and Ramirez as they take center stage for what promises to be an unforgettable event around the vibrant atmosphere of Cinco de Mayo.
