Best fights of Wilfred Benítez
Over 17 years as a professional, Wilfred Benítez has compiled a 53-8-1 (31) record, including eleven title fights across three weight classes. Here are his best fights.
1. Wilfred Benítez defeats Roberto Durán
On January 30, 1982 Wilfred Benítez defended his WBC super welterweight title against Roberto Durán. Benítez was 23 years old with a record of 43-1-1, and Durán was 30 with a record of 74-2. Benítez was on a 5-fight winning streak and Durán was on a 2-fight winning streak. Benítez won via unanimous decision. Defended the title.
2. Wilfred Benítez defeats Carlos Palomino
On January 14, 1979 Wilfred Benítez fought Carlos Palomino for the WBC, The Ring, and lineal welterweight titles. Benítez was 20 years old with a record of 36-0-1, and Palomino was 29 with a record of 27-1-3. Benítez was on an undefeated 8-fight winning streak and Palomino was on a 10-fight winning streak. Benítez won via split decision. Crowned the new welterweight champion.
3. Wilfred Benítez defeats Antonio Cervantes
On March 6, 1976 Wilfred Benítez fought Antonio Cervantes for the WBA and The Ring super lightweight titles. Benítez was 17 years old with a record of 25-0, and Cervantes was 30 with a record of 50-9-1. Benítez was on an undefeated 25-fight winning streak and Cervantes was on a 19-fight winning streak. Benítez won via split decision. Crowned the new super lightweight champion.