“See you in Vegas”: Zurdo announces fight with Benavidez

WBA and WBO cruiserweight champion Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez has announced that he will face WBC light heavyweight titleholder David Benavidez.

The showdown is scheduled for 2 May at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, USA. Ramirez’s titles will be on the line.

“Viva México. Truly honored to defend my WBA/WBO titles and represent Mexico on Cinco de Mayo weekend in Las Vegas.

This will be a legendary night. Thank you for all the love and support — see you in Vegas,” Zurdo wrote.

In June, Gilberto Ramirez (48-1, 30 KOs) defeated Yuniel Dorticos by unanimous decision.

At the end of November, David Benavidez (31-0, 25 KOs) stopped Anthony Yarde via technical knockout in the seventh round.