David Benavidez (27-0, 23 KOs) vs. Demetrius Andrade (32-0, 19 KOs)
When: Saturday, November 25, 2023
Where: Michelob Ultra Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada
TV: Pay-Per-View
Weight Class: Super Middleweights: 12 Rounds
Betting Odds: David Benavidez (-365), Demetrius Andrade (+275) — Odds provided by Bovada (Home of the 50% real cash bonus and boxing/UFC in-game live betting!)
Fight Analysis:
David Benavidez will defend his WBC interim Super Middleweight Title against Demetrius Andrade on November 25 in Las Vegas. It’s a top-notch bout, with one of the best young champions in the sport taking on a veteran standout looking to make a big mark. Combined, these fighters are 59-0 and represent the pinnacle of the super middleweight class, with Canelo also in contention. The winner of this fight secures a significant accomplishment for their résumé, along with the opportunity for numerous big-money fights that a victory would enable. Let’s break it down!
Benavidez, at 26, is already a decade-long pro, having turned professional at 16. He has consistently been a fighter to watch, recently securing significant victories at 168 pounds, including a decision over Caleb Plant in March in his last outing. A win over Andrade, 35, would cap off a stellar 2023 for him, marking two major victories. It has been a slow journey for Benavidez, who is only now getting the fights he has long sought after being on the verge for many years.
Andrade’s career progression has been even more gradual. As a 2008 Olympian, he swiftly demonstrated his caliber with a succession of victories. An Olympic-level fighter who remains undefeated over 15 years should have a storied career, right? Surprisingly, that’s not the case for Andrade.
