LAS VEGAS – January 29, 2025 – Interim WBC Light Heavyweight Champion David “El Monstro” Benavidez and WBA Light Heavyweight Champion David Morell Jr. kicked off fight week events on Wednesday with a grand arrivals and media workout event before they meet in a battle of unbeaten stars this Saturday, February 1 headlining a PBC Pay-Per-View event on Prime Video taking place Saturday, Feb. 1 from T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
Wednesday’s event also featured fighters competing on the loaded four-fight pay-per-view, including WBC Featherweight World Champion Brandon “The Heartbreaker” Figueroa and former unified world champion Stephen Fulton Jr., who square off in the co-main event in a rematch of one of 2021’s best fights.
Rounding out the lineup Wednesday were Mexican star and former world champion Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz and hard-charging contender Angel Fierro, who compete in an all-Mexican super lightweight pay-per-view attraction, plus rising Mexican star Jesus “Mono” Ramos Jr. and former unified champion Jeison Rosario, who duel 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 in the US, UK, and now Canada — 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 Wednesday from MGM Grand:
DAVID BENAVIDEZ
“I’ve been working extremely hard. I told you all I was going to break David Morrell’s face and that’s exactly what I’m going to do on Saturday.
“Everyone is gonna see a great fight. I’ve prepared extremely well for this fight. Don’t blink, because this fight is gonna end early.
“There’s nothing left to say, David Morrell is gonna see what’s up. I don’t care what he has to say, I just hope he’s ready to fight.
“I’m very grateful for all of the love and support from the fans. That’s why I do it and that’s what’s gonna make Saturday night such an incredible event.”
DAVID MORRELL JR.
“I don’t care what he brings into the ring. They call him the monster, but I’m not worried about any of that. I have my team behind me and I’m ready.
“I’m 100% confident. I have Ronnie Shields in my corner and we had a great training camp in Texas. I feel great and I’m not worried about what anyone else is saying. I’m going to get the last word on Saturday.
“Inside of the ring, nobody can stop what we’re gonna do to each other, just the referee. I promise that I’m here to knock him out.
“I have everything I need to win. This is my time and my moment. 2025 is my year.
“I’m excited for this big opportunity. This is going to open the door for other Cuban fighters to follow me. I’m extremely happy to have this moment almost be here.”
BRANDON FIGUEROA
“I’m very excited and can’t wait to get my lick back. It’s going to be a fun fight. I’m focused and ready.
“This preparation was different. I feel stronger and sharper. I’m a different fighter at this weight and everyone will see on Saturday.
“I come to steal the show. I want to take over boxing and go down in the history books as one of the greats.
“What happened in the first fight isn’t important anymore. I have a new opportunity on Saturday and we’re going to make the most of it.
“This card is stacked. It’s elite level boxing all night. You don’t want to miss this card, because I’m coming for the knockout.
STEPHEN FULTON JR.
“Being a two-division world champion would mean a lot for my career and mean a lot to me. I had great preparation for this fight and everything is on track for me to be prepared on Saturday night. I’m going to be ready.
“My mindset, my body and how I’m feeling going into this ring will be different this time, but the outcome will be the same. I will be victorious and I will leave no doubters. I’m not worrying about anything but getting the win.
“We’re both going to be better this time, but I feel like I’m the better man overall. I’m more intelligent in the ring and I feel like I have a better skill set. When I utilize those things, it all lands my way.”
ISAAC CRUZ
“I’m very happy to be back here in Las Vegas once again. This is going to be a great fight that will be etched in Mexican boxing history. I have to give everyone a show they’ll remember.
“I worked extremely hard with my team in Mexico City. I have to be at my best to come out with the victory on Saturday night.
“You’re going to see a renewed version of Isaac ‘Pitbull’ Cruz. I wouldn’t be here without these fans and I promise that I’ll be the best version of myself on Saturday night.
“We’re in a powder keg right now and Saturday night it’s gonna be an explosive show for everyone watching.”
ANGEL FIERRO
“I’m elated to be here because this is going to be a great fight on Saturday night. I’m going to prove that I’m up to this kind of challenge. I’m here to beat ‘Pitbull’ Cruz.
“I love being the underdog and upsetting the favorite. I’ve done it before and I’m here to do it again.
“Everyone is going to see a hungry fighter who wants to be a world champion. In order to be the champion you have to beat the champion. I’m coming to shine and show that I’m the next big thing in boxing.
“To all the fans, and to ‘Pitbull’ Cruz as well, get ready, because it’s gonna be an all-out war.”
JESUS RAMOS JR.
“I’m going to come out strong on Saturday. I’m motivated. My approach from now on is to deliver knockouts. It’s nothing against him, but that’s what the fans want and that’s what I want as well.
“I have to be explosive being on a card like this. I’m opening the show, so I have to set the tone for the rest of the fighters and make sure we all bring exciting fights. I’m trying to steal the show.
“I was a fan of Rosario’s when he became a world champion. I studied his style and watched a lot of him, and that’s how the business goes sometimes. I have to do my job on Saturday night.
“Without the fans none of this is possible. They make fight week exciting and get me more motivated to be back in the ring. I can’t wait for Saturday night.”
JEISON ROSARIO
“I’m 100% ready for this fight. I had a great training camp. I’m here to rip Jesus Ramos’ head off. That’s what it’s all about. I’m gonna show up on Saturday.
“I’m really happy and excited to be here on the big stage. This is a great fight on a great card and I can feel the energy.
“I don’t feel pressure. I’m just committed to doing what I came here to do. We have to give the fans a great fight and that’s what they’ll see on Saturday.
“Ramos said he’s gonna knock me out. I think he’s getting too cocky. That’s gonna make his fall even harder.
“I’m a different person inside of the ring. I’m going to be at my best. The past is the past and I’m just here to shine on Saturday night.”
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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.
Preceding the pay-per-view, Prime Video will stream a two-fight prelims card at 6:00 p.m. ET/3:00 p.m. PT that will be available via free access to all fans, regardless of Prime membership or purchase of the PPV card.
The streaming presentation will feature undefeated Argentine Olympian Mirco Cuello taking on Mexican contender Christian Olivo in a 10-round featherweight matchup, plus WBA No. 1-ranked middleweight contender Yoenli Feliciano Hernandez stepping in against all-action contender Angel Ruiz in a 10-round duel that opens up the live stream.
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