New crowned wbo 154 pound champion will be cotto sparing partner.
http://www.skysports.com/boxing/news/12183/10027680/liam-smith-keen-to-spar-with-miguel-cotto-this-month-after-winning-a-world-title
Have only seen 1-2 fights from smith but you can see why Roach would pick him. The way smith look while attacking is similar to Canelos expecially in the legs. Smart choice