'Step back': Boxing fans disappointed with David Benavidez's next fight after Morrell rumour

With gloves and tense muscles David Benavidez is prepared for an exciting fight. However, it's not something fans approve of. The American fighter, who at 175 is just one fight away from undisputed glory, has decided to be active rather than wait for his title shot. There were initial rumors about his confrontation David Morrellanother boxer who found a new life at 175 turned out to be untrue. Now the interim light heavyweight champion's final choice of opponent will be put to the test.

The likely showdown between Morrell, 26, and Benavidez, 27, made headlines when fight rumors emerged. The hypothetical fight presented fans with an explosive match. Instead, Benavidez went 29-0 Jesse Hart.

David Benavidez vs. Jesse Hart: scheduled for December card

TalkSports' Michael Benson turned to his X-handle and revealed the conversation he was having with Benavidez. The latter admitted that he was not fighting Morrell but Hart. The post read: “Since David Benavidez has said that reports that he may face David Morrell next are untrue, he will face Jesse Hart in December.”

Furthermore, the fight could find its place in speculation Gervonta Davis' Map. While he is also looking for an opponent, Benavidez has already chosen Hart. However, the fight announcement left a sour taste in the fans' mouths.

The announcement left fans shaking their heads

One fan wondered if Benavidez was avoiding a fight with Morrell. Said: “Benavidez fled from Morrell.“ Notably, Morrell used his WBA regular super middleweight title to move up to 175 and also secured the regular light heavyweight title. A defeat by him could seriously jeopardize Benavidez's title ambitions.

One user drew parallels between Benavidez's fight with Morrell and Benavidez's hot pursuit Canelo Alvarez. They explained, “Morrel is David's Canelo. If that makes sense.“ Alvarez did not fight Benavidez, who was his WBC mandatory for over two years, and instead chose names other than him.

Someone didn't like the fight announcement, believing that Benavidez was taking a step back. They announced “This isn't big news at all. regression.“ Benavidez fought against those Caleb plant And Oleksandr Gvozdyk In recent times, and with Hart's resume on the rise after setbacks, some may feel that Hart has downgraded the caliber of his opponents.

One comment expressed dissatisfaction with the fight. The comment read: “Damn, I was actually super pumped for a Benavidez fight for once, sigh.“ Benavidez's aggressive fighting style has earned him recognition, but some have questioned his resume and choice of opponents.

Finally, a fan declared it was a disappointment. They commented: “Damn, what a disappointment.“ A fight between Morrell and Benavidez could have been a no-nonsense, high-stakes fight with implications for the light heavyweight title.

What do you think of this upcoming fight between David Benavidez and Jesse Hart? Do you agree with Benavidez's choice of opponent? Let us know in the comments below.