David Morrell: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / December 4

2026 boxing calendar boosted as Callum Smith vs David Morrell agreement is reached

The Callum Smith vs David Morrell WBO purse bid for the interim title was scheduled for December 4, after they applied an extension to the original November 18 date.

Boxing News / KO on SI / November 22

Boxing Tonight (11/22/25): Preview, Cards

It's a massive day for boxing with a packed Riyadh Season card taking place in Saudi Arabia that features David Benavidez vs Anthony Yarde, Brian Norman Jr vs Devin Haney, Abdullah Mason vs Sam Noakes, and Jesse 'Bam' Rodriguez vs Fernando Martinez.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 13

David Morrell Jr. Shows Toughness In Victory Over Imam Khataev

David Morrell Jr. showed on Saturday night that he’s not just talent he’s tough. In a gritty 10-round battle at Louis Armstrong Stadium in Queens, New York.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 12

Morrell Edges Past Khataev In A Controversial Split Decision

David Morrell overcame Imam Khataev in a controversial split decision, 95-94 Khataev, 96-93 Morrell, 95-94 Morrell, as you can follow what happened. Morrell was looking to bounce back after suffering his first career loss against David Benavidez Jr.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / July 9

Imam Khataev Positive Drug Test Revealed Ahead of David Morrell Clash

A 2024 out-of-competition drug test of light heavyweight Imam Khataev (10-0, 9 KOs) produced a positive result, a revelation that has only come to light just days before a scheduled bout against David Morrell (11-1, 9 KOs).

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / June 30

‘Bricks in My Fists’: David Morrell Sends Brutal Warning to Imam Khataev Ahead of July 12

On July 12 at the Louis Armstrong Stadium in Queens, New York, The Ring III will take place, with an intriguing fight card assembled by Turki Alalshikh.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / June 18

What’s Next For David Morrell?

David Morrell will be looking to rebound from his defeat to David Benavidez when he takes on Imam Khataev on July 12, as we look at his next steps. Morrell suffered his first professional loss to Benavidez on February 1, as he missed out on becoming the WBC Interim Light Heavyweight Champion.

Boxing News / The SportsRush / May 23

‘Fans Can’t Pay’: Unlike Canelo, David Benavidez Explains Bold Stand to Not Join Dana White & Alalshikh-Led Boxing League

Amid controversy surrounding his recent deal with Turki Alalshikh, Canelo Alvarez won’t see long-time rival David Benavidez fight in the Middle East — as he takes a stance for his fandom.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / March 18

Ronnie Shields Reveals How David Morrell Potentially Prepared David Benavidez to Face Dmitry Bivol

David Morrell (11-1, 9 KOs) might have had a hand in preparing David Benavidez (30-0, 24 KOs) for potentially facing Dmitry Bivol (24-1, 12 KOs). There have been talks about Benavidez facing Bivol for the undisputed light heavyweight title, provided he is still in possession of the belts after a likely trilogy rematch against Artur Beterbiev.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 9

Benavidez Vs. Morrell PPV Numbers Announced – Was It A Success?

David Benavidez and David Morrell Jr.’s fight reportedly sold between 150,000-160,000 PPVs. The fight was a WBC Light Heavyweight Title Eliminator, as Benavidez won a unanimous decision.

Boxing News / ESPN / February 5

Boxing pound-for-pound rankings: Benavidez makes top 10 debut

David Benavidez's victory over David Morrell Jr. earned him a place among the best. Here are the latest ESPN P4P rankings.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 5

Benavidez Shuts Down Morrell Rematch

David Benavidez has no intention of giving David Morrell Jr. a rematch following their February 1 clash. Benavidez secured a unanimous decision win to retain his WBC Interim Light Heavyweight Title.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / February 3

What’s Next For Benavidez And Morrell?

David Benavidez defeated David Morrell Jr. to put himself in a mandatory position to face either Artur Beterbiev or Dmitry Bivol as we look at their next steps.

Boxing News / Bleacher Report / February 2

David Benavidez vs. David Morrell Jr.: Judges' Scorecards, Punch Stats and Highlights

David Benavidez defended his interim WBC light heavyweight title fight while gaining the WBA "regular" light heavyweight championship and a shot at the…

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Boxing News / MMA Weekly / February 2

David Benavidez weathers storm for decision victory over David Morrell

On Saturday night, two undefeated talents battled, and it was David Benavidez who was able to overcome David Morrell to extend his perfect record to a resounding 30-0.

Boxing News / Bleacher Report / February 1

David Benavidez vs. David Morrell Jr: Live Winners and Losers, Results From Card

If you can't punch Canelo, punch each other. That's the route unbeaten light heavyweights David Benavidez and David Morrell Jr. took to T-Mobile Arena in Las…

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / February 1

David Benavidez vs. David Morrell Best Bets

On Saturday, February 1, the T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas will host an intriguing light heavyweight clash, with David Benavidez (29-0, 24 KOs) and David Morrell (11-0, 9 KOs) meeting in the main event of a Premier Boxing Champions card available to buy through Prime Video PPV and PPV.com.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / January 31

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