Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – November 21, 2025 – Boxing fans worldwide are in for a treat as undefeated WBC light heavyweight champion David “The Mexican Monster” Benavidez (30-0, 24 KOs) prepares for his first title defense against British knockout artist Anthony “The Beast” Yarde (27-3, 24 KOs). This high-stakes showdown headlines “Ring IV: Night of Champions” on Saturday, November 22, at the state-of-the-art ANB Arena, promising non-stop action in one of the most stacked cards of the year.
Benavidez, the 28-year-old phenom from Phoenix, Arizona, has been a force of nature since storming the light heavyweight division. After dominating at super middleweight as a two-time champion, he seamlessly transitioned to 175 pounds, capturing the interim WBC belt with a commanding win over Oleksandr Gvozdyk and retaining it against the dangerous David Morrell earlier this year. Elevated to full champion when Dmitry Bivol vacated the strap, Benavidez now eyes unification bouts with the likes of Bivol or Artur Beterbiev. Known for his relentless pressure, blistering volume punching, and devastating body attacks, Benavidez is a -1200 favorite for good reason – he’s never tasted defeat and rarely leaves fights to the judges.
Standing in his way is Yarde, the 34-year-old London powerhouse making his third bid for world title glory. Yarde has rebuilt impressively after tough stoppage losses to Sergey Kovalev and Beterbiev, rattling off four straight wins, including a unanimous decision over rival Lyndon Arthur. With 24 knockouts in 27 victories, Yarde’s one-punch power could turn the tide in an instant. “This is my moment,” Yarde declared at yesterday’s weigh-ins, where he tipped the scales at 173.9 pounds opposite Benavidez’s 174.3. Stylistically, this is fireworks waiting to explode: two aggressive, heavy-handed fighters who love to trade in the pocket.
But the excitement doesn’t stop at the main event. This Riyadh Season spectacular features four world title fights, making it a must-watch extravaganza:
Co-main: Undefeated Devin Haney challenges WBO welterweight king Brian Norman Jr.
Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez vs. Fernando Martinez in a super flyweight unification thriller.
Rising stars Abdullah Mason and Sam Noakes battling for the WBO lightweight crown.
Additional bouts showcase prospects like Vito Mielnicki Jr. and Saudi sensation Ziyad Al-Maayouf, ensuring wall-to-wall action.The best part for fans? While the main card is available on DAZN Pay-Per-View (just $59.99 in the US, with options for a free trial or bundled subscription), the preliminary fights are streaming absolutely FREE! Tune in to the official David Benavidez vs. Anthony Yarde Prelims Livestream on YouTube, starting early on November 22. Search for the official DAZN Boxing or Queensberry Promotions channel – it’s the perfect way to kick off your fight night without spending a dime. Expect rising talents and potential upsets on the undercard, building hype for the championship bouts.
Weigh-ins are complete, staredowns were intense, and both fighters promised a war. Benavidez vowed to “make a statement” in his Riyadh debut, while Yarde believes “third time’s the charm” for world title success. With over 48 combined knockouts, the odds of this going the distance are slim – experts predict a finish inside eight rounds.
Don’t miss history in the making. Grab your spot for the free prelims live stream now, and upgrade for the full DAZN PPV experience. Riyadh Season continues to deliver the biggest fights on the planet – this one could steal Fight of the Year honors!
