By Felix Jesus Mendoza
The weigh-in and the last press conference have set the stage for a historic showdown in Las Vegas. This Saturday, May 2, Gilberto Zurdo Ramirez will display its cruiserweight crowns in view of David Benavidez at the T-Cell Enviornment, marking the first time that two Mexicans They compete for a world title in a category higher than 168 pounds.
The atmosphere during the last meeting in front of the media reflected the mutual respect between both camps.
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He Zurdo Ramirez comes to this commitment as the unified champion of the WBA and WBO, seeking to consolidate his legacy in a division where he has already made history as the first Mexican to be crowned cruiserweight monarch.
Mental preparation for the rise of Benavídez
David Benavídez accepted the challenge of gaining 25 pounds to seek their third championship in different divisions. Given this situation, the Zurdo Ramirez He seemed calm and ruled out that his opponent was making a mistake by gaining so much weight.validating the challenger’s physical ability to compete at this new limit.
“No, I think he’s ready for the division. That’s why he was promoted,” he responded Zurdo Ramirez when questioned about whether Benavídez was taking an unnecessary risk.
The condition of non-favorite according to the bets
Despite being the defending champion, the betting houses do not favor the Sinaloan boxer in previous projections. However, this external perception does not seem to affect the confidence of the Zurdo Ramirezwho focuses exclusively on the work done during training camp to retain his world belts.
“I am the champion. I don’t feel disrespected. I simply train hard to put on a great show, prove my worth and prepare to continue being champion”the Mexican boxer stated forcefully. His stance reflects a mentality oriented toward results in the ring rather than the opinions of analysts.
A test of endurance and soul in the ring
The fight promises to be a war of attrition, especially after Benavídez promised to attack the soft areas and test the will of the champion. Given these warnings, the Zurdo Ramirez He responded with determination, ensuring that he also has an attacking blueprint designed to punish his compatriot during Saturday night.
“He will try, and I will also try, I will too. On Saturday, everyone will see us”declared the boxer before the microphones of the international press. With these words, the Zurdo Ramirez closed its media participation, just waiting for the official weigh-in and the ringing of the bell in the main event.
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