José Benavidez Jr.

José Benavidez Jr.
Born
José Luis Benavidez Jr.

(1992-05-15) May 15, 1992 (age 32)
Panorama City, California, U.S.
Statistics
Weight(s)
Height5 ft 10+1⁄2 in (179 cm)
Reach71+1⁄2 in (182 cm)
StanceOrthodox
Boxing record
Total fights32
Wins28
Wins by KO19
Losses3
Draws1

José Luis Benavidez Jr. (born May 15, 1992) is an American professional boxer who challenged for the WBO welterweight title in 2018. He is the brother of two-time WBC super middleweight champion David Benavidez. He also made his acting debut as Felix Chavez in Creed III (2023).[1]

Early life

Benavidez was born in Panorama City, California. His younger brother, David Benavidez, is also a professional boxer. In August 2016, he was shot in Phoenix while walking his dog.[2]

Amateur career

Benavidez Jr. was an eleven time national champion, which include the Silver Gloves twice, qualifying for the Junior Olympics and earning a spot on the U.S. National Team,[3] en route to a gaudy 120–5 amateur record.[4] Benavidez is also the 2009 National Golden Gloves Champion in the light welterweight division, making him the youngest ever Golden Gloves Champion at only sixteen years old.[5] He then reached the USA Boxing National Championship's title fight in Denver by beating the 2010 National Golden Gloves Champion Gary Allen Russell.[6] He would lose the final on points 11–9 to Frankie Gómez.[7][8]

Professional career

Benavidez Jr vs. Crawford

On 13 October 2018, Benavidez Jr fought the unbeaten Terence Crawford for his WBO welterweight title, in what was the first title fight of his career. Benavidez Jr put up a good fight, but was ultimately overmatched by Crawford and lost the bout via TKO in the final round.[9]

Benavidez Jr vs. Torres

In his next bout, Benavidez Jr fought Francisco Emanuel Torres. The bout ended in a majority draw, with one judge seeing Benavidez Jr as the winner, scoring it 96–94, while the other two scored it 95–95.[10]

Benavidez Jr vs. Garcia

In his next bout, Benavidez Jr fought former champion and WBC #5 super welterweight Danny Garcia. Garcia beat Jose Benavidez by majority decision, with the scorecards announced as 116–112, 117–111, 114–114 in favor of Garcia.[11]

Professional boxing record

32 fights 28 wins 3 losses
By knockout 19 1
By decision 9 2
Draws 1
No. Result Record Opponent Type Round, time Date Location Notes
32 Loss 28–3–1 Jermall Charlo UD 10 Nov 25, 2023 Michelob Ultra Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
31 Win 28–2–1 Sladan Janjanin TKO 5 (10) Aug 12, 2023 MGM National Harbor, National Harbor, Maryland, U.S.
30 Loss 27–2–1 Danny Garcia MD 12 Jul 30, 2022 Barclays Center, New York City, New York, U.S.
29 Draw 27–1–1 Francisco Emanuel Torres MD 10 Nov 13, 2021 Footprint Center, Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.
28 Loss 27–1 Terence Crawford TKO 12 (12), 2:42 Oct 13, 2018 CHI Health Center, Omaha, Nebraska, U.S. For WBO welterweight title
27 Win 27–0 Frank Rojas KO 1 (10), 0:21 Jun 9, 2018 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
26 Win 26–0 Matthew Strode TKO 8 (8), 2:58 Feb 3, 2018 American Bank Center, Corpus Christi, Texas, U.S.
25 Win 25–0 Francisco Santana UD 10 Jul 23, 2016 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
24 Win 24–0 Sidney Siqueira UD 10 Dec 12, 2015 Convention Center, Tucson, Arizona, U.S.
23 Win 23–0 Jorge Páez Jr. TKO 12 (12), 0:07 May 15, 2015 US Airway Centre, Phoenix, Arizona, U.S. Retained WBA interim light welterweight title
22 Win 22–0 Mauricio Herrera UD 12 Dec 13, 2014 The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas Chelsea Ballroom, Paradise, Nevada, U.S. Won WBA interim light welterweight title
21 Win 21–0 Henry Auraad TKO 1 (8), 1:50 Jul 26, 2014 Celebrity Theater, Phoenix, Arizona, U.S. Won vacant NABF light welterweight title
20 Win 20–0 Angel Hernandez UD 6 May 17, 2014 Selland Arena, Fresno, California, U.S.
19 Win 19–0 Prince Doku Jr. UD 6 Mar 29, 2014 Texas Station, North Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.
18 Win 18–0 Abraham Álvarez TKO 2 (6), 1:03 Nov 16, 2013 Avi Resort & Casino, Laughlin, Nevada, U.S.
17 Win 17–0 Pavel Míranda UD 8 Oct 13, 2012 The Home Depot Center, Carson, California, U.S.
16 Win 16–0 Javier Loya TKO 4 (1:41) Jul 21, 2012 Texas Station, North Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.
15 Win 15–0 Josh Sosa UD 6 May 26, 2012 Casino Del Sol, Tucson, Arizona, U.S.
14 Win 14–0 Samuel Santana UD 6 Nov 12, 2011 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
13 Win 13–0 Dedrick Bell KO 1 (6), 1:29 Sep 17, 2011 BlueWater Resort & Casino, Parker, Arizona, U.S.
12 Win 12–0 Corey Alarcon TKO 4 (6), 1:02 Jun 11, 2011 Wild Horse Pass Casino, Chandler, Arizona, U.S.
11 Win 11–0 James Hope TKO 5 (6), 1:43 May 7, 2011 MGM Grand Garden Arena, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
10 Win 10–0 Fernando Rodríguez UD 6 Jan 22, 2011 Texas Station, North Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.
9 Win 9–0 Winston Mathis TKO 3 (6), 2:23 Nov 13, 2010 Cowboys Stadium, Arlington, Texas, U.S.
8 Win 8–0 Manuel Delcid TKO 2 (6), 2:41 Sep 11, 2010 Palms Casino Resort, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
7 Win 7–0 Josh Beeman KO 1 (4), 1:20 Jun 26, 2010 Alamodome, San Antonio, Texas, U.S.
6 Win 6–0 Ronnie Peterson TKO 1 (4), 2:46 May 29, 2010 UIC Pavilion, Chicago, Illinois, U.S.
5 Win 5–0 Arnoldo Pacheco TKO 1 (4) May 8, 2010 La Feria de San Marcos, Aguascalientes, Mexico
4 Win 4–0 Scott Paul TKO 2 (4), 1:30 Apr 10, 2010 Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.
3 Win 3–0 Bobby Hill TKO 3 (4), 2:59 Mar 12, 2010 Gaylord Hotel, Grapevine, Texas, U.S.
2 Win 2–0 John Michael Vega TKO 1 (4), 1:07 Feb 14, 2010 Las Vegas Hilton, Winchester, Nevada, U.S.
1 Win 1–0 Steven Cox TKO 1 (4), 1:21 Jan 16, 2010 Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Paradise, Nevada, U.S.

See also

References

  1. ^ "What Role Does David Benavidez's Brother Jose Benavidez Jr. Play in Michael B. Jordan's Creed III?". EssentiallySports. 2023-03-18. Retrieved 2023-04-10.
  2. ^ Abramson, Mitch (2016-08-25). "Jose Benavidez Jr. is in hospital after getting shot in the leg on Tuesday". The Ring. Retrieved 2023-04-10.
  3. ^ Seckbach, Elie (2010-06-19). "Benavidez compared to Emmanuel Pacquiao". Fan House. Retrieved 2010-06-23.
  4. ^ Escobedo, Juan (2010-03-06). "Jose's Record during his Amateur Career". Box Rec. Retrieved 2010-06-23.
  5. ^ Maquiñana, Ryan (2009-12-15). "Youngest Ever Golden Gloves Champion". Max Boxing. Retrieved 2010-06-23.
  6. ^ Shawnington (2009-06-30). "Video of Benavidez vs. Gary Russell". YouTube. Retrieved 2010-07-09.
  7. ^ Domingo, Odeen (2009-07-04). "2012 Olympic Hopeful". The Arizona Republic. Retrieved 2010-06-23.
  8. ^ Shawnington (2010-06-30). "Video of Benavidez vs. Frankie Gómez". YouTube. Retrieved 2010-07-04.
  9. ^ "Crawford vs Benavidez - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets". Box.Live. Retrieved 2022-11-07.
  10. ^ "Benavidez Jr vs Torres - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets". Box.Live. Retrieved 2022-11-07.
  11. ^ Sedofia. "Garcia vs Benavidez - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets". Box.Live. Retrieved 2022-11-07.
Sporting positions
Amateur boxing titles
Previous:
Danny O'Connor 		U.S. Golden Gloves
light welterweight champion
2009 		Next:
Gary Allen Russell
World boxing titles
Preceded by WBA light welterweight champion
Interim title
December 13, 2014 – February 2, 2016
Vacated 		Vacant
Title next held by
Alberto Puello