Benavidez vs Plant – A grudge match settled in Las Vegas
On March 25, 2023, at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, David "The Mexican Monster" Benavidez (27-0, 23 KOs) faced former IBF champion Caleb "Sweethands" Plant (22-2, 13 KOs) in a highly anticipated super middleweight showdown. The bout was marked by intense pre-fight animosity, but both fighters displayed mutual respect after the final bell.
The judges scored the bout unanimously in favor of Benavidez, with scores of 115–113, 116–112, and 117–111. This victory solidified Benavidez's position as the WBC's mandatory challenger for the undisputed super middleweight champion, Canelo Álvarez.
🏆 Title on the line:
WBC Interim Super Middleweight Title
📜 Judges' scorecards:
115–113 Benavidez
116–112 Benavidez
117–111 Benavidez
📅 Date: March 25, 2023
📍 Venue: MGM Grand Garden Arena, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA
👨⚖️ Referee: Kenny Bayless
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