‘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. On that card, David Morrell vs Imam Khataev will represent the light heavyweight division. Ahead of this fascinating event, Morrell has delivered a brutal warning to Khataev.

Queens Set to Host The Ring III Including David Morrell vs Imam Khataev

Morrell Promises Devastation Ahead of Khataev Showdown

The Ring III at the Louis Armstrong Stadium looks set to be a unique event with an impressive fight card. On this intriguing bill, we will see Edgar Berlanga vs Hamzah Sheeraz, Shakur Stevenson vs William Zepeda, Alberto Puello vs Subriel Matias, David Morrell vs Imam Khataev, and the talented prospect Reito Tsutsumi facing Erik Hanley. The entire card will be televised on DAZN PPV.

Morrell (11-1, 9 KOs), under the guidance of Ronnie Shields, revealed his current mindset, while sending a blunt promise to his opponent on July 12: “I’m in complete beast mode right now in training camp. Every day is another day toward greatness. I’m running more, hitting harder, and staying focused on everything,” said Morrell. “Losing that fight to Benavidez woke me up. I’m coming to hurt something.”

When speaking about Khataev (10-0, 9 KOs), Morrell made a promise: “I know Khataev is strong and undefeated, but he hasn’t been in there with this version of me. He’s good, yeah, but I’m better. I’m faster, I’m smarter, and I’m coming into this fight with bricks in my fists. He’s gonna find out real quick that I’m coming for his soul.”

David Morrell vs Imam Khataev: Redemption and a Path Back to the Top

Morrell suffered his first professional loss in his last fight, against David Benavidez. The Cuban fighter is determined to prove to everyone he’s back: “Everybody thinks I’m done or I’m not that guy anymore. Well, they’re gonna see. I’m coming to prove I’m still here, and I’m still scary. This fight is personal for me and my mindset.”

Looking ahead to what a win at the Louis Armstrong Stadium would do for his career: “A win here? Man, it changes everything. It puts me back on the map. All the top guys are gonna have to look my way again. I’m taking over.”