Chris Algieri believes WBA super middleweight champion David Morrell Jr. has the potential to defeat Canelo Alvarez, but elite fighters are avoiding him. Morrell is likely to be shunned by top fighters, which could lead to matches against lesser known opponents before he can rise to stardom.
It’s clear that Canelo does not intend to fight Morrell at this stage of his career, as it would pose a significant risk without much reward. Even a victory over Morrell may not boost Canelo’s reputation due to Morrell’s lack of recognition.
After Morrell’s impressive second-round knockout of Sena Agbeko on Showtime, there is a growing buzz around the 25-year-old Cuban boxer. Many in the boxing community, including Algieri, see Morrell as a formidable and dangerous opponent who is currently being overlooked by top fighters.
Despite the potential for exciting matches against other top fighters, it seems unlikely that they will take the risk of facing Morrell in the near future. This leaves Morrell in a challenging position as he seeks to establish himself as a force to be reckoned with in the super middleweight division.
Algieri: Morel defeats Canelo
Chris Algieri praises Morrell’s skills and believes he has the ability to beat anyone in the division, including Canelo. However, Algieri acknowledges that top fighters are unlikely to take the risk of facing Morrell due to his relative obscurity in the boxing world.
Algieri emphasizes Morrell’s talent and the potential he possesses, but also recognizes the difficulty Morrell faces in securing high-profile fights against top opponents.
Benavidez Sr. pours cold water on him.
Jose Benavidez Sr. expresses reservations about matching Morrell against his son, David Benavidez, or Canelo, as he believes it could be a risky move for their careers. He suggests that Morrell should face other top fighters in order to qualify for a potential match against his son or Canelo.
While Morrell may be eager to face top fighters like Caleb Plant, Anthony Dirrell, or Demetrius Andrade, it’s uncertain whether they would be willing to take that risk, given Morrell’s current status in the boxing world.
