By Felix Jesus Mendoza
The media training held at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas on Wednesday afternoon, marked the formal start of activities for this weekend’s card. Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramírez and David Benavidez star a historic duel in the cruiserweight category that will take place on Saturday, May 2 at the T-Cell Arena.
The event is positioned as one of the most relevant clashes between Mexican boxers in recent years, with streaming world via Prime Video and DAZN.
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David Benavídez comes to the fight with the possibility of obtaining absolute world titles in three different divisions after his steps at 168 and 175 pounds. For his part, the Sinaloan Zurdo Ramirez defends his WBA and WBO crowns with the goal of being the first professional to defeat the fighter known as “The Mexican Monster.”
The weigh-in and physical preparation have been the central points of this last confrontation before the official weigh-in.
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Feature backing includes fights among figures like Armando “Toro” Reséndiz and Jaime Munguiawho will face each other in the co-main event of the night. Along with the belts he wears Zurdo Ramirezthe card features contenders like Oscar Duarte and Angel Fierro at super lightweight.
The organizers have confirmed the participation of other undefeated prospects like Jorge Chávez, José Sánchez and Isaac Lucero.
The logistics for this Saturday in Las Vegas have already been defined to receive a lot of followers.
Statements from the protagonists at the MGM Grand
Zurdo Ramirez He expressed his determination during the meeting with the press by pointing out the relevance of the holiday for the Latino community in the United States. “It is an honor to be here and I am very excited. In the week of Cinco de Mayo. This is for all my Mexican people,” said the unified champion in his speech before the microphones. Regarding the technical development of combat, he added: “Every fight is hard and every fight is different. The only thing I know is that on May 2 we are going to make history.”
David Benavídez also shared his feelings after a five-month camp of intensive preparation for this 200-pound challenge. “A victory on Saturday confirms for me that I am fulfilling my destiny. I know that I will be one of the best of all time when it is all over”declared the undefeated boxer according to official training records. The boxer claimed to be at the right weight since last week and ready to display his energy in the ring.
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