Best fights of José Benavidez Jr.
Over 15 years as a professional, José Benavidez Jr. has compiled a 28-3-1 (19) record, including four title fights across three weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. José Benavidez Jr. loses to Terence Crawford via KO
On October 13, 2018 José Benavidez Jr. fought Terence Crawford for the WBO welterweight title. Jr. was 26 years old with a record of 27-0, and Crawford was 31 with a record of 33-0. Jr. was on an undefeated 27-fight winning streak and Crawford was on an undefeated 33-fight winning streak. Crawford stopped Jr. via TKO in the 12th round. Failed to capture the title. Lasted into the 12th round.
2. José Benavidez Jr. loses to Danny Garcia via majority decision
On July 30, 2022 José Benavidez Jr. faced Danny Garcia in a welterweight bout. Jr. was 30 years old with a record of 27-1-1, and Garcia was 34 with a record of 36-3. Garcia was coming off a loss. Jr. lost via majority decision. Went the distance with Garcia.
3. José Benavidez Jr. draws with Francisco Emanuel Torres
On November 13, 2021 José Benavidez Jr. faced Francisco Emanuel Torres in a welterweight bout. Jr. was 29 years old with a record of 27-1, and Torres was 32 with a record of 17-3. Jr. was coming off a loss, while Torres was on a 9-fight winning streak. The fight ended in a majority decision.