When Erik Morales announced in late 2009 that he would be making a comeback to the sport of boxing, his return was met with mixed emotions. While surely proven on a world class level, Morales had looked a bit worn during his latter fights and was last seen in August of 2007 losing a decision to Chicago?s David Diaz, a fighter who likely wouldn?t have had a great chance had Morales been at his peak.
Based out of Las Vegas and having worked with Top Rank for several years, respected trainer and cut man Miguel Diaz was with Morales during his glory days at 122, 126, and 130 pounds before the two men went in separate directions following the Diaz defeat. While always holding Erik close to his heart, Diaz admits that he too was unsure about the Tijuana fighter?s ambitious foray back into boxing.
