Apr
7

Fight Night Predictions: Morales vs. Maidana

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“This is a very, very important fight for me, It’s even more important because he’s the favorite. I think I’m going to win this fight; I know I can win this fight. Remember that I chose Maidana. I think I’m technically a lot better than he is. No one gives me a chance to win. That’s great. So if I win, you should give me all the credit in the world.” – Erik Morales, quotes from the Ring Magazine through an interpreter

So, can he do it?

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This Saturday, HBO will televise the return of Erik Morales after a four-year hiatus. The former champion will face Marcos Maidana for the vacant junior welterweight WBA interim title in MGM Las Vegas. Morales will attempt to capture a record 4th-divisionial title, which no Mexican fighter has ever done.

Many, if not all boxing pundits have already gave Morales no chance in winning this match. Prior to this fight, the Tijuana native has suffered painful setbacks against Pacquiao and Diaz and the boxing world thought they’ve seen the last from “El Terrible”. In a surprising move, Morales came back in 2009 and victorious in all his attempts. However, after observing his latest performances, I believe that Morales should have stayed retired.

Marcus Maidana has slowly made a name from himself in the past couple of years. His reputation is arguably among the toughest in their division. One of his most outstanding feats was against a highly favorable Victor Ortiz in which he stopped in 6 rounds. This has catapulted him to the elite fighters south of the welterweight division immediately.

What if Morales wins?

That would be a great achievement on his part and it would march a history for the Mexicans. This could be some sort of a renaissance period for the future hall of famer. Erik Morales is among the few fighters which I adore the most but the long layoff and the brutal losses to Manny Pacquiao may still linger into his mind. Marcus Maidana is among the up-and-coming fighters today and he will take full advantage about this opportunity. Keep in mind also that Morales has not fought at the 140lb division at all.

My Prediction: Unless Morales regains his old self confidence (he was the last man to defeat Pacquiao), Maidana will win via TKO or KO after 5 rounds. I see a one-sided performance from Marcos Maidana.

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