David Benavidez is the light-heavyweight WBC champion and had a strong win this weekend over the UK’s Anthony Yarde. What maybe next is now what is on fans’ debates online.
He stopped Yarde inside seven and did well in the fight in a solid win.
He was expected to win and he did.
Dmitry Bivol would be a different kettle of fish however if he takes on the division’s Kingpin.
Bivol a far better boxer than Yarde and Gilberto Ramirez, a champion at cruiserweight, whom Benavidez called out after the win this weekend.
Sure, Benavidez can step up to fight Ramirez and challenge for another title in another weight there next up, but there are other opponents as well.
7 Possible Opponents Next For David Benavidez After Stopping Yarde
Here’s a look at seven possible names.
Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez – Announced cruiserweight unification for WBA/WBO titles on May 2, 2026, in Las Vegas.
Artur Beterbiev – Potential WBC-mandated light heavyweight unification for IBF belt if Benavidez delays cruiserweight move.
Dmitry Bivol – Eliminator clash for WBA light heavyweight title, pitting volume against technical mastery.
Joshua Buatsi – WBO interim title fight against the unbeaten Brit for a pre-cruiserweight UK blockbuster.
Jai Opetaia – Post-Ramirez target for IBF cruiserweight unification in an Aussie-American power showdown.
Badou Jack – WBA cruiserweight “regular” belt opportunity for a rematch with the veteran slugger.
Callum Smith – Light heavyweight rematch for interim WBO title to build undisputed case before vacating the division.
That is some of the opponents but the weeks ahead will tell more in what direction they go in.
Here’s a look at the Benavidez vs Yarde fight stats this weekend.
