We are two warriors and this is why boxing needs us

The pair headline a stunning Ring IV fight card in Riyadh, which sees four title bouts and the likes of Devin Haney, Sam Noakes, Abdullah Mason, Jesse Rodriguez and Fernando Martinez all in action, live and exclusive on DAZN PPV.

It is a classic American versus Brit battle between two hungry, powerful fighters, both boasting 24 career knockouts from their respective 30 bouts.

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Yarde, 27-3, is happy to play the underdog against the unbeaten WBC champion, 30-0, having lost his previous world title bout, but he's promising a KO victory to finally put a belt around his waist.

As the two squared up across the table for DAZN's Face Off show, both showed huge respect, recognising the other's achievements, ring craft, and explosive power.

Ring MagazineAnd it is that factor that Benavidez believes makes the fight a must-watch for all fans, something he feels the sport is crying out for.

"It is two warriors going at it, two rams going at it. He's not going to back up, I'm not going to back up," said Benavidez.

"This is what boxing needs to return to. This is what boxing fans want.

"Just like the first Eubank Jr vs. Benn fight. It was a great fight, just going back and forth, smashing each other.

"That is what we want, it is exciting. That's what people want to see. That's what I want to be part of and will be on Saturday night."

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Ring IV - Benavidez vs. Yarde live only on DAZN

David Benavidez vs. Anthony Yarde headline a star-studded Ring IV fight card in Riyadh this Saturday, November 22. Watch it exclusively on DAZN PPV for £24.99 / $59.99.

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