Boxing News 24 By Boxing News – 01/23/2025 – Comments A make-or-break showdown of unbeaten fighters takes center stage on Saturday, February 1, when David “El Monstro” Benavídez squares off against David Morrell Jr. in a 12-round light heavyweight fight at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Prime Video will distribute this PBC pay-per-view event, starting at 8 p.m. ET / 5 p.m. PT. Benavídez Vs. Morrell Date And Start Times Main Card Start Times (Approximate): Canada/USA (ET): 8:00 PM USA (PT): 5:00 PM UK (GMT): 1:00 AM (February 2) Europe (CET): 2:00 AM (February 2) Main Event Ringwalks (Approximate): Canada/USA (ET): 11:00 PM USA (PT): 8:00 PM UK (GMT): 4:00 AM (February 2) Europe (CET): 5:00 AM (February 2) Times subject to change based on the undercard’s duration. Where To Watch Benavídez Vs. Morrell Canada: Available to purchase on Prime Video (no Prime membership required). USA & Other Territories: Check local cable or satellite providers and streaming platforms for availability. For more details on the pay-per-view and streaming options, visit www.primevideo.com or your local provider’s website. Main Event: Benavídez Vs. Morrell David “El Monstro” Benavídez (29-0, 24 KOs) – Interim WBC Light Heavyweight Champion Age: 27 Recent Highlights: Claimed the Interim WBC Light Heavyweight Title in June by defeating former world champion Oleksandr Gvozdyk. Notched notable 2023 victories over Caleb Plant (UD) and Demetrius Andrade (6th-round stoppage). Quote: “David Morrell Jr. is a great boxer, but come fight night, I will be the better man and show the world why I’m an elite fighter.” David Morrell Jr. (11-0, 9 KOs) – WBA Light Heavyweight Champion Age: 26 Background: Cuban standout who started his pro career in Minneapolis. Moved up to light heavyweight in 2024, capturing the WBA title with a unanimous decision over Radivoje Kalajdzic. Quote: “This is two undefeated fighters in their prime… I believe this will go down as one of the most memorable fights in boxing history. I’m knocking David Benavídez out!” Both men enter at the peak of their abilities, vying to stake their claim as the dominant force at 175 lbs. The winner could emerge as a future pound-for-pound star and a major player in the division. Co-Main Event: Figueroa Vs. Fulton II Brandon “The Heartbreaker” Figueroa (25-1-1, 19 KOs) – WBC Featherweight World Champion Resume: Elevated to WBC Featherweight Champion in 2023 after topping Mark Magsayo (UD) and successfully defending against Jessie Magdaleno (9th-round KO). A relentless pressure fighter who initially captured the WBC 122-pound title in 2021. Quote: “I plan on leaving no doubt this time. I don’t intend to let it go to the judges.” Stephen Fulton Jr. (22-1, 8 KOs) – Former Unified World Champion Background: Philadelphia native who held unified super bantamweight titles and defeated Figueroa by majority decision in their first encounter. Suffered a loss to Naoya Inoue in July 2023 but rebounded with a decision win over Carlos Castro. Quote: “I’m feeling strong… I expect Figueroa to make it a rough fight, just like before. But I’m winning my third world title in my second division.” This 12-round featherweight fight is a reprise of their 2021 meeting that ended with razor-thin scoring. Figueroa’s pressure style will once again test Fulton’s slick boxing in a grudge sequel fans have long awaited. Additional Fights On The Card Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz vs. Angel Fierro – Super Lightweight Division – An all-Mexican clash featuring Cruz’s aggression and Fierro’s determined approach. Jesus “Mono” Ramos Jr. vs. Jeison Rosario – 10 Rounds, Middleweight Division – Rising Mexican talent Ramos Jr. tests his skills against the former unified champion Rosario. Why You Should Watch Benavídez Vs. Morrell Battle Of UnbeatensTwo light heavyweight champions risk their perfect records, ensuring a compelling clash of styles and skill. High-Level Featherweight RivalryFigueroa-Fulton II revisits one of the most debated fights of 2021. Their contrast of steady aggression versus smooth boxing adds a layer of intrigue. Stacked UndercardMexican stars Isaac Cruz and Jesus Ramos Jr. bring action-packed fights that often end in crowd-pleasing finishes. Prime Video Debut In CanadaA new platform for PBC pay-per-view events, allowing Canadian fans to easily purchase the fights. No subscription necessary—just tune in for a night of top-contender action. Click here to subscribe to our FREE newsletter Related News: Boxing News 24 » Benavidez Vs. Morrell on Feb. 1: Start Time And Streaming Details Last Updated on 01/23/2025 2025-01-23 14:43:58 ICC prosecutor seeks arrest of Taliban leaders for ‘persecuting Afghan girls and women’ The Proud Boys Are Plotting a Comeback. And They Want Revenge
