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Erik Morales predicts Julio Cesar Chavez vs Roberto Duran prime vs prime fight

Julio Cesar Chavez and Roberto Duran are hailed as two of the best pound-for-pound fighters in the history of boxing. Now, Mexican boxing legend Erik Morales has revealed who he would favour to come out on top in a fantasy…

Published: Thursday, 1 October 2026 at 10:38 PM
Erik Morales predicts Julio Cesar Chavez vs Roberto Duran prime vs prime fight
Key Things to Know
  • Erik Morales picked Julio Cesar Chavez to defeat Roberto Duran in a fantasy fight at 140 pounds.
  • Morales noted that Duran was very solid at 135 pounds, making a lightweight contest potentially different.
  • Morales highlighted Chavez's prime performances at super-lightweight against opponents like Hector Camacho and Meldrick Taylor.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Mexican boxing icon Erik Morales shared his prediction for a prime-versus-prime fantasy matchup between Julio Cesar Chavez and Roberto Duran. Speaking to Luis Parra, Morales stated that Chavez would defeat Duran if the bout took place at super-lightweight (140 pounds), describing prime Chavez at that weight as virtually unbeatable.

However, Morales noted that the outcome could change at lightweight (135 pounds), where Duran was exceptionally solid and tough. Both hall-of-fame legends recorded more than 100 professional victories during their respective careers.

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