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Terence Crawford’s shock retirement leaves Canelo Alvarez facing

By Admin March 23, 2026

Terence Crawford’s shock retirement leaves Canelo Alvarez facing a tough career crossroads

Canelo Alvarez was set to face Terence Crawford in September; however, the American’s retirement may force the Mexican boxer into a decision he didn’t expect at all

Last year, Terence Crawford defeated Canelo Alvarez by unanimous decision. They were scheduled for a rematch in September, yet the American unexpectedly announced his retirement, leaving Saul without an opponent.

With Crawford out of the picture, Canelo must now find a new challenger. Three options are on the table, each representing a completely different type of challenge.

With Terence Crawford hanging up the gloves, Canelo Alvarez’s team has been searching for a suitable rival for the Mexican star. Three names are under consideration, and each offers a distinct test.

The first option is David Benavidez. He has repeatedly called out Alvarez for a bout, though the Mexican has not yet shown significant interest in facing him.

The second option is Christian Mbilli, who was upgraded to full WBC champion after retaining his title following a draw against Lester Martinez in their high-stakes 2025 clash.

The final option is Lester Martinez himself. Many believe Martinez’s performance in the draw against Mbilli proved he is a rightful contender, and the Guatemalan fighter has expressed his readiness to challenge the Mexican star at any time.

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“It’s Defeat Not Opportunity”: Canelo Alvarez Acknowledges

By Admin September 15, 2025

“It’s Defeat Not Opportunity”: Canelo Alvarez Acknowledges Defeat to Terence Crawford

Canelo Alvarez isn’t crying robbery or making excuses about Saturday’s loss to Terence “Bud” Crawford.

“I feel very proud of everything I’ve achieved so far,” Canelo posted on social media. “We always want to win, but I accept this defeat with humility and learning.

“I am very grateful to my team for all the sacrifices we’ve made together over all these years. I already won because I have my family with me and millions of fans who have never stopped supporting me.”

Canelo (63-3-2, 39 KO) was beaten by decision, as Crawford (42-0, 31 KO) became the new undisputed super middleweight world champion, his third time as an undisputed champion of a division and the fifth weight class in which he’s won a world title.

Canelo Alvarez Could Unleash Brutal, Iconic Knockout on

By Admin August 8, 2025

Canelo Alvarez Could Unleash Brutal, Iconic Knockout on Terence Crawford, Warns Ryan Garcia

Ryan Garcia believes Canelo Alvarez’s power will stop Terence Crawford in his tracks.

Canelo and Crawford are set to go head-to-head in a super-fight on September 13.

The Mexican will defend his undisputed super middleweight belts when he enters the ring with ‘Bud’.

As the anticipation for their bout grows, predictions are quickly being made on which of the pound-for-pound greats will emerge victorious.

Fellow professional boxer, Garcia, has voiced his opinion on the matter in a clip shared on social media.

He said: “Right now, I would put my money on Canelo Alvarez. I can see Crawford getting knocked out in Amir Khan style.

When Canelo fought Khan in 2016, the former delivered what is widely regarded as the most devastating punch of his career.

Alvarez Reigns Supreme as Pound-for-Pound King – While

By Admin August 5, 2025

Alvarez Reigns Supreme as Pound-for-Pound King – While Crawford’s Silence Fuels Suspense and Speculation

Saul “Canelo” Alvarez is the best pound-for-pound boxer in the world today. That’s not a crazy opinion or a provocation: it’s a fact backed up by numbers, legacy and opposition faced. So while Terence Crawford doesn’t put him on his list of favorites, the truth still stands.

And if anyone still doubts it, answer this question:

How many boxers can boast of having beaten 23 world champions or former world champions in their career?

Canelo’s numbers don’t lie

Canelo Alvarez has defeated 23 world champions or former world champions, according to ESPN. And we’re not talking about vacant or invented titles, but proven, recognized and belt-in-hand opponents. Here is just a sample:

Canelo did recognize Crawford’s greatness

And here’s the difference. When Canelo was asked if there was anyone better than Crawford among a list of legends such as Felix Trinidad, Pacquiao, Hopkins, Mayweather and Bivol, he opted for silence. He did not name anyone. A gesture that, in boxing parlance, is tantamount to silent recognition.

Canelo knows how to play this chess game. He has the elegance of a consolidated champion and the coldness of one who has already won everything.

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The truth will be known on September 13

That day Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford will face each other in Las Vegas. For the undisputed super middleweight titles. An eagerly awaited fight. A historic fight.

Did Bivol beat the Mexican? Yes. Just like Buster Douglas beat Tyson. But one defeat does not erase a career. Canelo has never been knocked out. Neither has Crawford. And that unbeaten record that both of them hold in the KO department could be broken that night.

This is not just a boxing fight. It is a dispute for the throne of the best in the world. A fight that could define the narrative of an entire generation.

Until then, let everyone believe what they want. But when the bell rings… we will speak in the language of fists. Because there, in the ring, there are no networks, no rankings, no excuses.

Only truth.

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Terence Crawford’s triumph on September 13th is destined to

By Admin August 2, 2025

Terence Crawford’s triumph on September 13th is destined to secure him a spot in the annals of boxing history.

A win over Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez is monumental and would be the third undisputed title of the American’s career if he could pull off the feat.

Advised by a former Canelo opponent to focus on his legs, the Omaha fighter will need to make the two-weight divisions jump comfortably to maintain his speed and slick movements

Terence Crawford may not have to worry too much about the advantage Alvarez has in the weight department because of a certain attribute

Terence Crawford’s advantage is not just his physicality against Canelo Alvarez, says Chris Algieri

Chris Algieri, the former WBO super lightweight champion, has been a huge fan of ‘Bud’ for his 41-fight career, and he knows exactly what makes him different from the Mexican.

Speaking to Fight Hub TV, Algieri held back on a full prediction for the bout but offered up an interesting piece of analysis.

Terence Crawford’s only time fighting outside of America was his first world title win 11 years ago

After years of picking up titles in four different divisions, he has fought primarily in his home country of America under the Top Rank banner.

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However, there was only one time he travelled outside of the US, and it was across the pond to pick up his first-ever world title in the lightweight division.

Interestingly, it was in Scotland against reigning champion Ricky Burns in 2014 with a comprehensive unanimous decision.

His dominance in the bout was displayed by his 45% landing of power shots, which kept Burns at bay for the 12 rounds.

Although, he has fought the likes of Amir Khan and Kell Brook, the former undisputed welterweight champion has made his foes travel as the A-side.

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Canelo’s Fiercest Foe Warns Crawford as One Fatal Mistake Could

By Admin August 1, 2025

Canelo’s Fiercest Foe Warns Crawford as One Fatal Mistake Could Shatter His Shot at Beating the Pound-for-Pound King

Terence Crawford has a huge task ahead of him as he moves up two weight divisions to take on Canelo Alvarez for the undisputed super-middleweight titles.

Terence Crawford struggled to win a razor-close decision against Israil Madrimov in his last fight, the first and only of his career at super-welterweight.

With the win, Bud became a four-weight world champion, though he may be pushing his luck as he jumps not one, but two more divisions for the pound-for-pound mega-fight.

With the weight disadvantage, Crawford needs every advantage he can get, including some advice from Canelo‘s toughest opponent.

Erislandy Lara issues critical warning to Terence Crawford ahead of Canelo fight

Ahead of their blockbuster brawl, Crawford has been given advice by none other than Erislandy Lara, one of Canelo’s toughest opponents.

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Lara defeated Danny Garcia in his latest fight at the age of 42.

Canelo could face Diego Pacheco, Christian Mbilli, Hamzah Sheeraz, or Chris Eubank Jr. next if he beats Crawford.

Canelo’s former opponent showed brutal injury after facing the star

One man who could’ve done with Lara’s warning regarding arm punches is British boxer, Callum Smith, who faced Canelo in 2020.

Smith lost the fight via unanimous decision, but became one of a few British fighters to go the distance with the Mexican.

Following the fight, Smith showed off some serious swelling to his arm after Canelo had targeted it for the entire fight in a bid to neutralize Smith’s arsenal of weapons.

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“Unstoppable Now!” – Stephen A. Smith Sparks Frenzy With Daring

By Admin July 31, 2025

“Unstoppable Now!” – Stephen A. Smith Sparks Frenzy With Daring Canelo-Crawford Prediction After Crawford’s Stunning Body Transformation

On Saturday, the 13th of September, Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford will clash in one of the biggest boxing super-fights in recent memory.

The Mexican superstar and the undefeated American face off at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas in front of what will no doubt be a sold-out crowd of around 65,000 people. Even though Canelo has won six fights in a row since losing to Dmitry Bivol in 2022, many boxing fans, fighters and analysts have noticed a significant drop-off in his performances inside the squared circle, and although Crawford’s big jump up in weight was at one stage the biggest talking point coming into the fight, attention has now shifted to whether Canelo still has enough left in the tank to compete.

One of the most powerful voices in American sports media, Stephen A. Smith, recently spoke to All the Smoke to submit one of the boldest predictions for Canelo vs Crawford yet.

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As well as mentioning Crawford’s outstanding attributes, A. Smith also pointed towards Canelo’s over-reliance on his power as another reason why the Mexican will be defeated, as ‘Bud’ is extremely difficult to hit.

A. Smith’s confident prediction comes just a day after Crawford posted a video to social media of him training for the super-fight in September, and although the size difference and move up in weight for ‘Bud’ has been spoken about a lot, the 37-year-old is looking in phenomenal shape, and is almost certainly the biggest he has ever been.

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Floyd Mayweather’s Uncle Slams Canelo Alvarez Over Terence

By Admin July 29, 2025

Floyd Mayweather’s Uncle Slams Canelo Alvarez Over Terence Crawford and ‘Money May’ Comparison

Floyd Mayweather officially retired in 2017 after a crossover fight with Conor McGregor.

During his era as ‘Money’ Mayweather, he fought a young upstart in Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez, whom he beat by majority decision.

Fast forward 12 years from that loss, and Canelo now sits as the undisputed super middleweight king, ready to face four-division great Terence Crawford.

The comparisons between Floyd and ‘Bud’ have been made by the Mexican himself, claiming that a win here is better than a victory over the undefeated legend, even if Crawford is jumping up two weight classes.

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At the time, the 23-year-old was 43 fights into his professional career and coming off a three-fight win streak, which included ‘Sugar’ Shane Mosley.

While he may have made some comparisons between the Omaha fighter and the boxer once known as ‘Pretty Boy’, the admiration for his rival cannot be understated.

“What was Canelo 20 something? He had more fights than Floyd, and he lost? To a man who was 30-something years old.

“How are you at the top of your career, you ain’t in your prime at 36. That’s not your prime, your prime is in your 20s.”

At the time, the 23-year-old was 43 fights into his professional career and coming off a three-fight win streak, which included ‘Sugar’ Shane Mosley.

Canelo Alvarez ranks former rival Floyd Mayweather a 10/10

While he may have made some comparisons between the Omaha fighter and the boxer once known as ‘Pretty Boy’, the admiration for his rival cannot be understated.

Canelo said: “10/10. You know, I don’t need to explain it.”

He also ranked Dmitry Bivol and Gennady Golovkin, who never suffered a knockdown in his career, in the same bracket, labelling the latter a ‘complete fighter’.

The Guadalajara native will have to muster up a performance from his prime years, similar to the ‘GGG’ rematch win, to add to his Hall of Fame career, or face an unexpected upset from a boxer looking to end his career with the biggest notch available.

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The Stakes are high for both of us we’ve each got plenty to lose

By Admin July 23, 2025

The Stakes are high for both of us we’ve each got plenty to lose.” Terence Crawford shrugs off the odds ahead of potential Canelo clash

Terence Crawford is not intimidated by the odds that place him as the underdog against Canelo Alvarez, and he assures that both have a lot at stake

In recent days, bookmakers have placed Canelo Alvarez as the favorite in a possible matchup against Terence Crawford

The difference in weight, experience in higher divisions and the Mexican’s knockout power are factors that influence this perception. However, Crawford is unfazed by the numbers and keeps his confidence intact.

Crawford responds to predictions

In an interview with TMZ Sports, Crawford was clear:

I’ve been fighting bigger guys all my life

Terence Crawford

The undefeated American, with a record of 41-0, says there is no doubt in his mind that he can beat any opponent put in front of him, including Canelo

Of course I will beat him

Canelo vs. Crawford: A legacy duel

For Crawford, this fight is not just about money or fame. He considers it a legacy fight, an opportunity to establish himself as one of the best pound-for-pound fighters of all time

It’s the biggest fight that can be made in boxing today

For his part, Canelo has avoided making forceful statements about the confrontation, limiting himself to a “no comment” when asked about it.

What’s at stake in Canelo vs. Crawford?

Both fighters have a lot to lose. Canelo, with more than 60 victories and multiple world titles, would risk his status as the face of boxing today. Crawford, on the other hand, would put his unbeaten record and reputation as one of the most technical and complete fighters in the sport on the line. “We both have a lot to lose,” said the American, making it clear that he does not underestimate the challenge.

The factor of size and power in Canelo vs. Crawford

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One of the most repeated arguments by analysts is the physical difference between the two. Canelo has fought in higher weight classes and has shown a fearsome punching power. Crawford, however, insists that he is used to facing bigger opponents and that his technical skill and speed can make the difference.

The highly anticipated fight between Terence Crawford and Canelo Alvarez already has an official date: it will take place on September 13, 2025. The announcement has generated great excitement among boxing fans, who consider this fight to be one of the most important of the decade. Crawford has expressed his enthusiasm and commitment to offer an unforgettable show

Terence Crawford is not swayed by the predictions or the narrative of being the “underdog”. Confident in his preparation, technique and experience, he is ready to face Canelo Alvarez in what could be one of the most important fights of the decade. Meanwhile, the boxing world is eagerly awaiting this clash of titans to become a reality.

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