How to live stream David Benavidez vs Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez: Boxing, TV Channel

David Benavidez and Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramírez headline Saturday night in Las Vegas in one of the most meaningful fights of 2026, with unified WBA and WBO cruiserweight titles on the line and Benavidez attempting to become a champion in a third weight class.

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How to Watch David Benavidez vs Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez

• Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026
• Time: 8:00 PM ET
• Channel: DAZN
• Stream: DAZN (watch now)

Benavidez enters unbeaten at 31-0 (25 KOs) and is making a major jump in weight after building his reputation at super middleweight and then capturing titles at light heavyweight. His last outing was a stoppage win over Anthony Yarde, and now he moves to cruiserweight seeking one of the biggest résumé wins of his career. Known for relentless pressure, elite punch volume, and body work, Benavidez has been installed as a betting favorite despite challenging a naturally larger champion. At Friday’s weigh-in, Benavidez came in at 196.8 pounds, showing he is carrying serious size into the move up.

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Ramírez brings far more cruiserweight experience and enters as the reigning unified champion at 48-1 (30 KOs). The Mexican veteran has won four straight fights since his lone loss to Dmitry Bivol, including title victories over Arsen Goulamirian and Chris Billam-Smith, plus a recent defense against Yuniel Dorticos. Ramírez weighed the full 200-pound limit at weigh-ins and will try to use his southpaw angles, ring craft, and natural strength to blunt Benavidez’s pressure. This matchup is compelling because Benavidez may have the sharper offensive engine, but Ramírez has the size, title experience, and proven form at the weight. Expect a tactical early fight that could turn brutal in the second half if Benavidez cuts the ring and forces exchanges.