David Benavidez and David Morrell Prepare for a Boxing Showdown

The boxing world is abuzz with anticipation as David “El Monstro” Benavidez and David Morrell Jr. gear up for a highly-anticipated battle, set to take place on February 1, 2025, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. Both fighters are currently undefeated, and this matchup promises to be a significant event in the boxing calendar.

The bout, which has been eagerly awaited by fans and analysts alike, is part of a card that also features a compelling co-main event. In this contest, WBC Featherweight World Champion Brandon «The Heartbreaker» Figueroa will face off against Stephen Fulton Jr. Figueroa and Fulton first fought in 2021, delivering one of the most memorable matches of that year. Their upcoming rematch is expected to be equally thrilling.

In another highlight of the evening, popular Mexican fighter Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz is set to square off against Angel Fierro in a much-anticipated 10-round super lightweight bout. Adding to the excitement, Jesus “Mono” Ramos Jr. will battle former unified champion Jeison Rosario in a 10-round middleweight contest.

All these matches are part of a pay-per-view event that promises a night of intense competition and high stakes. Speaking to Fight Hub TV, Leonard Ellerbe, representing Premier Boxing Champions (PBC), commented on the Benavidez-Morrell bout, describing it as a «terrific matchup.» «These two have been going back and forth for quite some time now. Morrell has been very, very vocal about wanting to get at David,» he stated, emphasizing the dynamic between the two fighters.

Ellerbe continued, «Fans are going to get exactly what they want, two young guys going at it in their prime… This is what you want, two top guys in the same division, giving the fans exactly what they want to see, and I think it’s going to be a war.» He considers the match to be a 50/50 fight, highlighting the potential for an evenly-matched contest.

He elaborated further on Morrell’s potential, noting his prowess, «He’s a great Cuban fighter from that system. He can fight his butt off. He’s a very good boxer, very heavy-handed, and I think that’s something Benavidez is going to have to be aware of, especially early in the fight.» Ellerbe posits that the fight’s outcome may hinge on each fighter’s ability to absorb the opponent’s blows and capitalize on their own offensive strategies.

As the fight date approaches, anticipation grows for what promises to be an action-packed evening, showcasing boxing talent at the pinnacle of the sport.