ABOUT JOSE BENAVIDEZ JR.

Jose Benavidez Jr. is one of boxing's most promising and talented young stars, a Mexican-American professional fighter currently competing in the welterweight division. A former standout amateur, Benavidez amassed an extraordinary 120-5 record, claiming 11 national championships, including two Silver Gloves titles, and earning a spot on the U.S. National Team. He also qualified for the Junior Olympics. In 2009, at just 16 years old, he made history as the youngest-ever National Golden Gloves champion.

At 24, Benavidez captured his first world title, the WBA welterweight belt, solidifying his place among the sport's elite. With a professional record of 27 wins (18 by knockout) and just one loss, Benavidez is poised for even greater success as he continues to rise through the ranks.

At 26, with an undefeated record and his career on the rise, Jose Benavidez Jr.'s life took a devastating turn. While walking his dog in Phoenix, Arizona, he was shot in the leg. Doctors initially told him that his boxing career was over and that he would likely never walk again.

With multiple rods and screws in his leg, Benavidez was determined to get back into the ring. However, this was not an easy task, as it would take time, dedication, and lots of hard work.

 After two years of rehabilitation, learning to walk again, and all the basic movements, Benavidez was ready to train again. Benavidez's first fight back in the ring was a success with a first-round knockout. Even though Benavidez was fighting again, his leg was still recovering significantly.

The recovery process will always continue, as the rods and screws embedded in his leg will always remain. After taking some time to focus on his recovery and family, Benavidez is ready to return and take back his place in the ring as Champion. Benavidez latest fight to Danny Garcia after years out of the ring, he's ready to return to the 160 pound division.