David Benavidez and David Morrell will go toe-to-toe in a light-heavyweight clash this weekend, with some serious repercussions for the shape of the division to come.

As Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol prepare to meet in another undisputed clash this February, the former taking their titles to the table in a fascinating contest.

WBC interim champion Benavidez and WBA (Regular) belt holder Morrell both know victory lines them up for a likely shot at the top table, and neither will want to surrender.

Here's what you need to know ahead of David Benavidez vs David Morrell.

What is David Benavidez vs David Morrell?

Fans will be able to watch all the action from the David Benavidez vs. David Morrell fight card unfold from 8pm ET / 5pm PT / 1am GMT (Sunday) on Saturday, February 1.

The ringwalks for Benavidez vs. Morrell are scheduled for approximately 11pm ET / 8pm PT / 4am GMT (Sunday), these timings are subject to change. 

  • Date: Saturday, February 1
  • Time: 8pm ET / 5pm PT / 1am GMT (Sunday)
  • David Benavidez vs. David Morrell main event ringwalks (approx): 11pm ET / 8pm PT / 4am GMT (Sunday)

What has been said? 

“The thing that bothered me afterwards was he came after the press conference and shook my hand, so that’s why I tried to shake his hand here,”

“I’m ready for whoever,”

“I don’t think he’s out of the picture,”

“What’s so nice about this is that it’s the boxer making the decision … he’s the one reaching out to make the fight,”

“PBC loves the (Benavidez-Morrell) fight, everybody loves the fight … because it’s the best possible (light-heavyweight) fight,”

 

 

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