José Benavidez Jr.
José Luis Benavidez Jr. (born May 15, 1992) is a Mexican-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. | |
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Real name | José Luis Benavidez Jr. |
Weight(s) | Light welterweight Welterweight |
Height | 6ft 0in (179 cm) |
Reach | 74 in (189 cm) |
Nationality | American |
Born | Panorama City, California, U.S. | May 15, 1992
Stance | Orthodox |
Boxing record | |
Total fights | 28 |
Wins | 27 |
Wins by KO | 18 |
Losses | 1 |
Draws | 0 |
No contests | 0 |
Early life
Benavidez was born in Panorama City, California. In August 2016 he was shot in Phoenix while walking his dog.[2]
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,[3] en route to a gaudy 120-5 amateur record.[4] 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.[5] He then reached the USA Boxing National Championship's title fight in Denver by beating the 2010 National Golden Gloves Champion Gary Allen Russell.[6] He would lose the final on points 11-9 to Frankie Gómez.[7][8]
Professional boxing record
28 fights | 27 wins | 1 loss |
By knockout | 18 | 1 |
By decision | 9 | 0 |
By disqualification | 0 | 0 |
No. | Result | Record | Opponent | Type | Round, time | Date | Location |
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Loss | 27–1 | ![]() |
TKO | 12 (12), 2:42 | 2018-10-13 | ![]() |
For WBO welterweight title |
Win | 27–0 | ![]() |
KO | 1 (10) | 2018-06-09 | ![]() |
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Win | 26–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 8 (8) | 2018-02-03 | ![]() |
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Win | 25–0 | ![]() |
UD | 10 | 2016-07-23 | ![]() |
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Win | 24–0 | ![]() |
UD | 10 | 2015-12-12 | ![]() |
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Win | 23–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 12 (12) | 2015-05-15 | ![]() |
Retained WBA Interim Light Welterweight title |
Win | 22–0 | ![]() |
UD | 12 | 2014-12-13 | ![]() |
Won WBA Interim Light Welterweight title |
Win | 21–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 1 (8) | 2014-07-26 | ![]() |
Won vacant NABF Light Welterweight title |
Win | 20–0 | ![]() |
UD | 6 | 2014-05-17 | ![]() |
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Win | 19–0 | ![]() |
UD | 6 | 2014-03-29 | ![]() |
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Win | 18–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 2 (1:12) | 2013-11-16 | ![]() |
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Win | 17–0 | ![]() |
UD | 8 | 2012-10-13 | ![]() |
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Win | 16–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 4 (1:41) | 2011-07-21 | ![]() |
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Win | 15–0 | ![]() |
UD | 6 | 2011-05-26 | ![]() |
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Win | 14–0 | ![]() |
UD | 6 | 2011-11-12 | ![]() |
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Win | 13–0 | ![]() |
KO | 1 (1:29) | 2011-09-17 | ![]() |
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Win | 12–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 4 (1:02) | 2011-06-11 | ![]() |
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Win | 11–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 5 (1:43) | 2011-05-07 | ![]() |
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Win | 10–0 | ![]() |
UD | 6 | 2011-01-22 | ![]() |
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Win | 9–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 3 (2:23) | 2010-11-13 | ![]() |
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Win | 8–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 2 (0:41) | 2010-09-11 | ![]() |
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Win | 7–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 1 (1:20) | 2010-06-26 | ![]() |
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Win | 6–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 1 (2:46) | 2010-05-29 | ![]() |
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Win | 5–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 1 (1:43) | 2010-05-08 | ![]() |
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Win | 4–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 2 (1:30) | 2010-04-10 | ![]() |
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Win | 3–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 3 (2:59) | 2010-03-12 | ![]() |
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Win | 2–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 1 (1:07) | 2010-02-14 | ![]() |
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Win | 1–0 | ![]() |
TKO | 1 (1:21) | 2010-01-16 | ![]() |
Professional debut |
References
- Mier, Saul (2010-03-06). "Biography of Jose Benavidez jr". Top Rank. Archived from the original on 2011-07-17. Retrieved 2010-06-23.
- "Boxer Jose Benavidez Jr. -- Shot In Arizona ... 'Expected to Live'". TMZ.
- Seckbach, Elie (2010-06-19). "Benavidez compared to Emmanuel Pacquiao". Fan House. Retrieved 2010-06-23.
- Escobedo, Juan (2010-03-06). "Jose's Record during his Amateur Career". Box Rec. Retrieved 2010-06-23.
- Maquiñana, Ryan (2009-12-15). "Youngest Ever Golden Gloves Champion". Max Boxing. Retrieved 2010-06-23.
- Shawnington (2009-06-30). "Video of Benavidez vs. Gary Russell". YouTube. Retrieved 2010-07-09.
- Domingo, Odeen (2009-07-04). "2012 Olympic Hopeful". The Arizona Republic. Retrieved 2010-06-23.
- Shawnington (2010-06-30). "Video of Benavidez vs. Frankie Gómez". YouTube. Retrieved 2010-07-04.
External links
Achievements | ||
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Preceded by Mauricio Herrera |
WBA Super Lightweight Interim Champion December 13, 2014 – February 2, 2016 Vacated |
Vacant Title next held by Alberto Puello |