Oh man, Callum Smith really has a decision to make, doesn’t he? It’s like he’s stuck in a classic rock-and-a-hard-place situation. I mean, either he goes in full swing against David Morrell or drops that interim light heavyweight title like it’s a hot potato. Not that I’m the one to predict the future, but wow, what would you do, right?
### Pick or Pass: Smith’s Choice
So Smith, he’s sitting on a solid record of 31-2 with 22 KOs. Not too shabby! But if he ditches this title just to dodge Morrell—who’s no pushover with his, what, 12-1 record?—it’s like saying goodbye to this golden ticket for some epic Bivol vs. Beterbiev III showdown cash. Maybe I’m overthinking it, but wouldn’t that be a real bummer?
And here’s the kicker: some fans are whispering that Callum might just drop the belt and chill, hoping to magically get the winner of the Bivol-Beterbiev brawl. It’s kind of like waiting for a lottery win instead of buying a ticket, if you catch my drift. Sure, it feels like taking the easy road to that life-altering paycheck, but hey—combats don’t win themselves.
Anyways, if he skips out on Morrell, we all might just call it what it is—plain old fear. I mean, who wants a showdown with a Cuban battler like Morrell, right? Maybe Smith’s banking on some cosmic event where he lands that big fight without a Morrell-style tango. Not saying it’s a Cinderella story, but still.
By the way, the WBO gave Smith a heads-up. He’s got until, what was it? August 20th, 2025. Yep, to seal a deal or they’re going all purse bid on it. Tick-tock, Callum.
### Fight or Flight: The Showdown
It’s kind of like watching a soap opera. The WBO really wants to see some action here, not just some guy chilling, waiting for his big break. That’s why the Smith-Morrell face-off makes sense to them, keeping the division lively while Bivol and Beterbiev are busy with their trilogy. Makes you think if Callum’s just biding his time.
Smith’s been told once already—no handouts for a Bivol shot. It’s like trying to get a free pass to the front of the line at the amusement park. No dice. Guess he’s got to put up or shut up. Fight Morrell or hand over that title to the next eager guy.
If Smith’s got the guts, he’ll step up and take on Morrell. If not, well, maybe he’ll just have to let go of his titled dream for the mega-bucks shot. Life, right? Full of tough choices.
