David Benavidez Makes Light Heavyweight Debut Against Oleksandr Gvozdyk

Benavidez seeks to claim the interim WBC title and solidify his position in a new weight class after being unable to secure a fight with Canelo Alvarez.

Benavidez, undefeated at 28-0, faces former light heavyweight champion Gvozdyk, who has a 20-1 record.
The fight is part of a co-main event with Gervonta Davis vs. Frank Martin at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas.
Benavidez moved up from super middleweight after failing to arrange a bout with Canelo Alvarez.
Gvozdyk's only loss came against Artur Beterbiev, and he aims to reestablish himself after a four-year hiatus.
The winner will become the mandatory challenger for the Beterbiev-Bivol title fight in October.