David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde: Full Fight Guide — Date, Start-Time, Location, PPV Price, Records & How to Watch, Live streaming (Nov. 22, 2025).
David Benavidez is set to make the first defense of his WBC light heavyweight world title on a stacked championship card in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The undefeated, newly crowned champion will headline The Ring IV event against knockout puncher Anthony Yarde on Nov. 22, leading what might be one of the best multi-title boxing cards of the year.
The co-main event features a massive showdown of unbeatens as Brian Norman Jr. puts his WBO welterweight title on the line against two-division world champion Devin Haney. The undercard is equally loaded, highlighted by a junior bantamweight unification bout between Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez and Fernando Martinez, plus a fight for the vacant WBO lightweight title.
When Is the David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde Fight?
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Date: Friday, Nov. 22
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Event: The Ring IV
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Location: ANB Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Broadcast: DAZN Pay-Per-View
The event includes four world title fights, plus additional matchups — one of the most stacked lineups of the year.
What Time Is the David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde Fight Start?
DAZN PPV coverage begins early in the day due to the Riyadh time zone.
Full Schedule (CT):
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Main broadcast begins: 2 p.m. CT
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Main card begins: ~4 p.m. CT
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Mason vs Noakes ring walks: ~5 p.m. CT
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Rodriguez vs Martinez ring walks: ~6 p.m. CT
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Norman Jr. vs Haney ring walks: ~7 p.m. CT
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Benavidez vs Yarde ring walks: ~8 p.m. CT
Ring-walk times are approximate and depend on earlier fight durations.
Where Is the David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde Fight?
The event will take place at:
ANB Arena — Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
This world-class venue has previously hosted major boxing events including:
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Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull
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Dmitry Bivol vs Artur Beterbiev II
Riyadh has quickly become the global capital for premium boxing events.
How to Watch David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde Live Streaming
You can watch the entire Ring IV card exclusively through DAZN Pay-Per-View.
Streaming Details:
✔ DAZN PPV exclusive
✔ Available on all DAZN-supported devices
✔ DAZN offering a 7-day free trial with PPV purchase
✔ Global availability varies by region
If you're not already subscribed, you can sign up directly through DAZN.
How Much Is the David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde PPV?
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Price: $59.99 (U.S.)
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Provider: DAZN PPV
This price includes the full five-fight card featuring four world title fights.
David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde Fight Card: Full Lineup
WBO welterweight championship: Devin Haney def. Brian Norman Jr. via unanimous decision (114-113, 117-110, 116-111)
Prelims:
Super featherweight: Mohammed Alakel def. Jiaming Li via unanimous decision (60-53, 60-53, 60-53)
Super middleweight: Julio Porras Ruiz and Pius Mpenda fight to a unanimous draw (57-57, 57-57, 57-57)
Lightweight: Sultan Almohammed def. Umesh Chavan via first-round TKO | Watch video
Bantamweight: Juan Carlos Guerito def. Barker Ssewanyana via unanimous decision (40-35, 40-35, 40-35)
This is one of the deepest boxing cards of 2025.
David Benavidez Fight Record, Age, Height, Weight & Career Breakdown
David Benavidez Record
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30-0 (24 KOs)
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Former two-time super middleweight champion
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Elevated to full WBC light heavyweight champion in 2024
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Wins over top contenders including Oleksandr Gvozdyk and David Morrell
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Ranked No. 8 pound-for-pound by The Tennessean
David Benavidez Physical Attributes
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Age: 28
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Height: 6’2”
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Reach: 74.5 inches
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Weight Class: Light Heavyweight (175 lbs)
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Recent Weigh-ins: 174.25 lbs (two consecutive bouts)
Benavidez has proven power, accuracy, and elite offensive output, making him one of boxing’s most dangerous volume punchers.
Anthony Yarde Fight Record, Age, Height, Weight & Career Breakdown
Anthony Yarde Record
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27-3 (24 KOs)
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Former world title challenger to Sergey Kovalev (2019)
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Former world title challenger to Artur Beterbiev (2023)
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Avenged his split-decision loss to Lyndon Arthur with a knockout win
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Ranked No. 7 at light heavyweight (ESPN) and No. 5 by The Ring
Anthony Yarde Physical Attributes
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Age: 34
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Height: 6’0”
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Reach: 72 inches
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Weight Class: Light Heavyweight (175 lbs)
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Has occasionally fought at catchweights above 175 lbs
Yarde is one of the division’s strongest punchers, with 24 knockouts in 27 wins.
David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde Odds
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David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde Predictions
This matchup positions one of the division’s most explosive pressure fighters (Benavidez) against one of the hardest single-shot punchers (Yarde).
Why Benavidez Is Favored:
✔ Undefeated
✔ Elite combination punching
✔ Proven against top competition
✔ Natural size and activity advantages
✔ High endurance and work rate
Why Yarde Is Dangerous:
✔ Tremendous power
✔ More experienced in the light heavyweight division
✔ Strong at mid-range and counterpunching
Prediction: David Benavidez wins by late TKO (Rounds 8–10)
Yarde always presents danger early, but Benavidez’s pressure, pace, and consistency tend to overwhelm opponents down the stretch.
FAQ: Benavidez vs Yarde Fight Card
Is Benavidez vs Yarde for a world title?
Yes — the WBC light heavyweight world title is on the line.
Is the fight on pay-per-view?
Yes, exclusive to DAZN PPV for $59.99.
What time do Benavidez and Yarde walk out?
Around 8 p.m. CT, depending on earlier fights.
Where is the fight taking place?
ANB Arena, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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