LAS VEGAS – January 10, 2025 – Mexican star and Interim WBC Light Heavyweight Champion David “El Monstro” Benavidez, WBC Featherweight World Champion Brandon “The Heartbreaker” Figueroa and former unified world champion Jeison Rosario held a Las Vegas media workout on Thursday before their respective showdowns on Saturday, February 1 on a stacked PBC Pay-Per-View event on Prime Video live from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas as Benavidez takes on fellow unbeaten star David Morrell Jr. in the main event.
Figueroa will defend his world title against former unified world champion Stephen Fulton Jr. in the co-main event rematch of one of 2021’s best fights, while Rosario takes on rising Mexican star Jesus “Mono” Ramos Jr. in the opener of a four-fight pay-per-view at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.
Tickets for the live event are on sale now through AXS.com.
In addition to the PPV being available for purchase on Prime Video, regardless of Prime membership, fans will also be able to continue to access the telecast through traditional cable and satellite outlets as well as PPV.com.
Here is what the fighters had to say Thursday from Pound 4 Pound Gym in Las Vegas:
DAVID BENAVIDEZ
“This camp has been amazing and it’s gonna be my best performance yet. This is the strongest I’ve ever been.
“I’m excited to really showcase my skills in this fight. I had a lot of injuries and adversity going into that fight, but I went in there against one of the best in the world and showed I have a lot of heart.
“I’ve been in big fights since I was 20-years-old, so to be out there representing the Mexican and Mexican-American people on this stage, it’s everything I’ve wanted out of this sport. I have to show people that I’m the real ‘Mexican Monster’.
“The way I fight, I always try to take my opponents out. It doesn’t mean you always get it, but we’re definitely going to be pushing for it. David Morrell has made it personal for me.
“I’m glad he’s confident in himself. It’s all speculation until we get in there. On February 1, I’ll show why I’m at this level.
“Right now I’m 100% focused on February 1. After that we can talk about getting all of those light heavyweight belts.”
BRANDON FIGUEROA
“This is gonna be an action-packed fight and an action-packed card. I think everyone on this card is really hungry to prove themselves, and that’s gonna make this a great night.
“I’m coming into this fight hungry and prepared 110%. Every opponent is dangerous when given the opportunity. That’s my whole mentality. I over prepare, because you can’t be sure of anything in this sport.
“I’ve had good wins since our first fight and I’ve continued to grow as a fighter for sure. But I don’t take anything away from Fulton for his recent performances either. I know that I make him better as a fighter, just like he makes me better. I know that he’s gonna be at his best because he knows what I bring to the ring.
“I’m always evolving as a fighter. I have to make my style better and get sharper and sharper. To fight the top level guys like this, I have to keep getting better. I have to show that I can do everything.
“This is going to be a big year for me and I’m very excited to keep taking every opportunity that I get. I’m definitely in my prime right now. I feel strong and I can’t wait to put it all together in the ring.”
JEISON ROSARIO
“Training camp is going great here in Las Vegas with Bob Santos. I have big plans for February 1. I’m gonna shock the world and bring home the victory.
“My last fight really tested me. It gave me what I needed going into this fight with Ramos. I’m ready to seize this moment and make the most of it.
“I’m very grateful for this opportunity and most of all, I can’t wait to show the fans what I’ve been working on. My plan is to make it a great night. I can’t wait for the bell to ring.”
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ABOUT BENAVIDEZ VS. MORRELL
Benavidez vs. Morrell will see Interim WBC Light Heavyweight Champion David “El Monstro” Benavidez and WBA Light Heavyweight Champion David Morrell Jr. meet in a battle of unbeatens that pits two of the sport’s most exciting fighters against each other in the primes of their careers headlining a PBC Pay-Per-View event on Prime Video taking place Saturday, Feb. 1 from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
The co-main event will see WBC Featherweight World Champion Brandon “The Heartbreaker” Figueroa defend his title against former unified world champion Stephen Fulton Jr. in a rematch of one of 2021’s best fights.
The pay-per-view will also feature Mexican star and former world champion Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz facing the hard-charging contender Angel Fierro in an all-Mexican super lightweight duel, plus rising Mexican star Jesus “Mono” Ramos Jr. battles former unified champion Jeison Rosario in a 10-round middleweight fight that opens the pay-per-view at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT.
Tickets for the live event are on sale now through AXS.com.
In addition to the PPV being available for purchase on Prime Video, regardless of Prime membership, fans will also be able to continue to access the telecast through traditional cable and satellite outlets as well as PPV.com.
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