José Benavidez Jr.

José Luis Benavidez Jr. (born May 15, 1992) is an American professional boxer, currently fighting at welterweight. He is the son of boxing trainer José Benavidez Sr. of Arcelia, Guerrero, Mexico.^[1]

José Benavidez Jr.
Statistics
Real name	José Luis Benavidez Jr.
Weight(s)	Light welterweight Welterweight Light middleweight
Height	5 ft 10+1⁄2 in (179 cm)
Reach	71+1⁄2 in (182 cm)
Born	(1992-05-15) May 15, 1992 (age 30) Panorama City, California, U.S.
Stance	Orthodox
Boxing record
Total fights	30
Wins	27
Wins by KO	18
Losses	2
Draws	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 cat.^{[citation needed]}

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,^[2] en route to a gaudy 120-5 amateur record.^[3] 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.^[4] He then reached the USA Boxing National Championship's title fight in Denver by beating the 2010 National Golden Gloves Champion Gary Allen Russell.^[5] He would lose the final on points 11-9 to Frankie Gómez.^[6][7]

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 of 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.^[8]

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.^[9]

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.^[10]

Professional boxing record

30 fights	27 wins	2 losses
By knockout	18	1
By decision	9	1
Draws	1

No.	Result	Record	Opponent	Type	Round, time	Date	Location	Notes
30	Loss	27–2–1	Danny Garcia	MD	12	2022-07-30	Barclays Center, New York City, New York, U.S.
29	Draw	27–1–1	Francisco Emanuel Torres	MD	10	2021-11-13	Footprint Center, Phoenix, Arizona, U.S.
28	Loss	27–1	Terence Crawford	TKO	12 (12), 2:42	2018-10-13	CHI Health Center, Omaha, Nebraska, U.S.	For WBO welterweight title
27	Win	27–0	Frank Rojas	KO	1 (10), 0:21	2018-06-09	MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada, U.S.
26	Win	26–0	Matthew Strode	TKO	8 (8), 2:58	2018-02-03	American Bank Center, Corpus Christi
25	Win	25–0	Francisco Santana	UD	10	2016-07-23	MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada, United States
24	Win	24–0	Sidney Siqueira	UD	10	2015-12-12	Convention Center, Tucson, Arizona
23	Win	23–0	Jorge Páez Jr.	TKO	12 (12), 0:07	2015-05-15	US Airway Centre, Phoenix, Arizona	Retained WBA interim light welterweight title
22	Win	22–0	Mauricio Herrera	UD	12	2014-12-13	The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, Chelsea Ballroom, Las Vegas	Won WBA interim light welterweight title
21	Win	21–0	Henry Aurad	TKO	1 (8)	2014-07-26	Celebrity Theater, Phoenix	Won vacant NABF light welterweight title
20	Win	20–0	Angel Hernandez	UD	6	2014-05-17	Selland Arena, Fresno
19	Win	19–0	Prince Doku Jr.	UD	6	2014-03-29	Texas Station, Las Vegas
18	Win	18–0	Abraham Álvarez	TKO	2 (1:12)	2013-11-16	Avi Resort & Casino, Laughlin, Nevada
17	Win	17–0	Pavel Míranda	UD	8	2012-10-13	The Home Depot Center, Carson, California
16	Win	16–0	Javier Loya	TKO	4 (1:41)	2011-07-21	Texas Station, North Las Vegas, Nevada
15	Win	15–0	Josh Sosa	UD	6	2011-05-26	Casino Del Sol, Tucson, Arizona
14	Win	14–0	Samuel Santana	UD	6	2011-11-12	MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada
13	Win	13–0	Dedrick Bell	KO	1 (1:29)	2011-09-17	BlueWater Resort & Casino, Parker, Arizona
12	Win	12–0	Corey Alarcon	TKO	4 (1:02)	2011-06-11	Wild Horse Pass Casino, Chandler, Arizona
11	Win	11–0	James Hope	TKO	5 (1:43)	2011-05-07	MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada
10	Win	10–0	Fernando Rodríguez	UD	6	2011-01-22	Texas Station, North Las Vegas, Nevada
9	Win	9–0	Winston Mathis	TKO	3 (2:23)	2010-11-13	Cowboys Stadium, Arlington, Texas
8	Win	8–0	Manuel Delcid	TKO	2 (0:41)	2010-09-11	Palms Casino Resort, Las Vegas, Nevada
7	Win	7–0	Josh Beeman	TKO	1 (1:20)	2010-06-26	Alamodome, San Antonio, Texas
6	Win	6–0	Ronnie Peterson	TKO	1 (2:46)	2010-05-29	UIC Pavilion, Chicago, Illinois
5	Win	5–0	Arnoldo Pacheco	TKO	1 (1:43)	2010-05-08	La Feria de San Marcos, Aguascalientes, Mexico
4	Win	4–0	Scott Paul	TKO	2 (1:30)	2010-04-10	Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada
3	Win	3–0	Bobby Hill	TKO	3 (2:59)	2010-03-12	Gaylord Hotel, Grapevine, Texas
2	Win	2–0	John Michael Vega	TKO	1 (1:07)	2010-02-14	Las Vegas Hilton, Las Vegas, Nevada
1	Win	1–0	Steven Cox	TKO	1 (1:21)	2010-01-16	Hard Rock Hotel and Casino, Las Vegas, Nevada	Professional debut

See also

• List of boxing families

References

1. Mier, Saul (2010-03-06). . Top Rank. Archived from the original on 2011-07-17. Retrieved 2010-06-23.
2. Seckbach, Elie (2010-06-19). "Benavidez compared to Emmanuel Pacquiao". Fan House. Retrieved 2010-06-23.
3. Escobedo, Juan (2010-03-06). "Jose's Record during his Amateur Career". Box Rec. Retrieved 2010-06-23.
4. Maquiñana, Ryan (2009-12-15). "Youngest Ever Golden Gloves Champion". Max Boxing. Retrieved 2010-06-23.
5. Shawnington (2009-06-30). "Video of Benavidez vs. Gary Russell". YouTube. Retrieved 2010-07-09.
6. Domingo, Odeen (2009-07-04). "2012 Olympic Hopeful". The Arizona Republic. Retrieved 2010-06-23.
7. Shawnington (2010-06-30). "Video of Benavidez vs. Frankie Gómez". YouTube. Retrieved 2010-07-04.
8. "Crawford vs Benavidez - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets". Box.Live. Retrieved 2022-11-07.
9. "Benavidez Jr vs Torres - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets". Box.Live. Retrieved 2022-11-07.
10. Sedofia. "Garcia vs Benavidez - News, Tape, Ringwalk, TV, Streaming & Tickets". Box.Live. Retrieved 2022-11-07.

External links

• Boxing record for José Benavidez Jr. from BoxRec (registration required)
• Jose Benavidez Jr - Profile, News Archive & Current Rankings at Box.Live

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 Mauricio Herrera	WBA light welterweight champion Interim title December 13, 2014 – February 2, 2016 Vacated	Vacant Title next held by Alberto Puello