Overview

• Anthony Yarde is set to challenge undefeated champion David Benavidez for the WBC light-heavyweight title in Riyadh on November 22.
• Yarde says he is unbothered by Benavidez talking about future opponents, insisting only their performance on fight night matters.
• Rejecting claims Benavidez is still adjusting to 175lbs, Yarde calls him a fully fledged light-heavyweight after decision wins over Oleksandr Gvozdyk and David Morrell.
• Yarde contends that a victory could position him for marquee bouts, mentioning a potential Canelo Álvarez matchup in 2026 as a possibility rather than a certainty.
• He frames the bout as his third crack at a world title after losses to Sergey Kovalev and Artur Beterbiev and says a win could push him toward pound-for-pound recognition.