DAVID BENAVIDEZ VS OLEKSANDR GVOZDYK SIDE BY SIDE TRAINING FOOTAGE! JUNE 15 (SPARRING, HEAVY BAG)

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When Is Benavidez Vs Gvozdyk?
David Benavidez is set to face Oleksandr Gvozdyk on Saturday, June 15th, 2024, at the MGM Grand, Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.

The bout will span 12 rounds in the Light Heavyweight division, with the weight limit set at 175 pounds (12.5 stone or 79.4 KG).

This match will contest the vacant WBC light heavyweight championship. Benavidez Vs Gvozdyk Stats David Benavidez enters the ring undefeated, boasting 28 wins, no losses, and 0 draws, with 24 of his victories secured by knockout. Oleksandr Gvozdyk holds a record of 20 wins, 1 loss, and 0 draws, with 16 of his wins achieved via knockout. The statistics indicate a slight power advantage for Benavidez, with an 86% knockout rate compared to Gvozdyk's 80%. Benavidez, at 27 years old, is 10 years younger than Gvozdyk. Gvozdyk holds a one-inch height advantage over Benavidez, although both fighters have an equal reach.

Both fighters employ an orthodox stance. Benavidez boasts greater professional experience, with 7 more fights and a debut in 2013, 7 months prior to Gvozdyk's debut in 2014. Benavidez has fought 24 more professional rounds, totaling 136 rounds compared to Gvozdyk's 112. Oleksandr Gvozdyk currently holds rankings of number 7 by the WBA, 2 by the WBC, 2 by the WBO, 6 by the IBF, and 7 by the RING in the 175lb division.

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Benavidez Vs Gvozdyk Form
Benavidez maintains an unblemished record, having stopped 4 of his last 5 opponents. In his most recent bout on November 25th, 2023, he secured a technical knockout victory against Demetrius Andrade in the 6th round, contesting the WBC Interim World Super Middleweight championship at Michelob ULTRA Arena, Las Vegas, United States. Prior to that, he claimed a unanimous decision victory against Caleb Plant on March 25th, 2023, contesting the WBC World Super Middleweight championship at MGM Grand, Las Vegas.

Gvozdyk has emerged victorious in 4 of his last 5 bouts, with 3 of those victories coming by stoppage. In his latest fight on September 30th, 2023, he defeated Isaac Rodrigues via knockout in the 2nd round at T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, United States.


In terms of recent activity, David Benavidez has been more active than Oleksandr Gvozdyk. Benavidez's last fight occurred 6 months and 21 days ago, while Gvozdyk's most recent outing was 8 months and 16 days ago. Benavidez has fought his last 5 bouts over a span of 3 years, 3 months, and 2 days, averaging a fight every 7 months and 26 days. These fights have lasted an average of 7.8 rounds.

Gvozdyk's last 5 fights have been spread over 5 years, 2 months, and 16 days, averaging a fight every 1 year and 15 days. These fights have lasted an average of 5.8 rounds.

What Time Does Benavidez Vs Gvozdyk Start?
The ringwalks for Benavidez vs Gvozdyk are expected around 10:00 PM EST / 7:00 PM PST at MGM Grand, Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas, United States, which translates to approximately 3:00 AM BST in the UK.

Who Is Showing Benavidez Vs Gvozdyk?
Benavidez vs Gvozdyk will be aired on Amazon Prime PPV in the US.

How Do You Stream Benavidez Vs Gvozdyk?
In the US, you can stream the Benavidez vs Gvozdyk PPV through Amazon’s Prime Video app and platform. Prices may vary depending on your location. The app is available for PC, Apple, Android, Fire TV, Roku, Smart TV, and other platforms.

The cost for the entire event is yet to be confirmed.

What Are The Odds On Benavidez Vs Gvozdyk?
David Benavidez is currently favored at 1/6 (-590) to win the bout outright, while Oleksandr Gvozdyk stands at 4/1 (+400) for those considering an upset.

David Benavidez will step up to light heavyweight for a June showdown against Oleksandr Gvozdyk, as announced by Benavidez via social media on Thursday. WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman stated that the fight would vie for the interim light heavyweight title, positioning the winner for a potential matchup against the victor of the undisputed title bout between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol on June 1. Benavidez, ranked No. 2 by ESPN in the super middleweight division, enjoyed a stellar 2023 campaign. The 27-year-old former champion secured a unanimous decision victory over Caleb Plant in March, followed by a sixth-round stoppage of Demetrius Andrade.