By: Ivan Gallegos

David "El Monstruo" Benavidez (29-0, 24 KOs) and David Morrell (11-0, 9 KOs) will meet on February 1 in Las Vegas for a fight that many boxing fans are very excited about. This clash is huge because the WBC Light Heavyweight Interim world title is on the line, with the victor having the next shot at the winner of the Dimitry Bivol and Artur Beterbiev rematch for the Undisputed Light Heavyweight titles later that month. But that is not the only reason this fight has so many fans excited. The main reason is the dramatic multi-year buildup. 

You have Benavidez, who has been chasing the Canelo Alvarez fight for years, calling him out at every chance. Meanwhile, Morrell was building up his career chasing Benavidez, calling him out at every turn, even moving up to the light heavyweight division months after Benavidez did.

With the hunter becoming the hunted, Benavidez eventually relented, giving the fans what they wanted and signing the contract for the fight.

This contest will be very entertaining and violent just due to their styles. Benavidez walks down his opponents with quick and precise combinations that pack a lot of power while also being an elite counterpuncher. Specifically, his high guard block and counter could win him this fight against Morrell.

On the other hand, Morrell is a powerful and aggressive Cuban southpaw who constantly looks to pressure his opponents and land powerful punches. This fight has the making of a Violent Mexican and Cuban war between two fighters who love to apply pressure and land hard and effective shots. Add the hate and vitriol that these two have for each other, and it is a guarantee that this clash will not go to the scorecards. They can't even be near each other without a fight almost breaking out, with Morrell constantly pushing Benavidez's buttons, finding any way to make fun of him or discredit him, and Benavidez promising to break his jaw. 

The only question is, who will come out on top? We will have to see on February 1 in Las Vegas.