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Canelo Level Low Terence Crawford After He Names ‘Elite’

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Canelo Level Low Terence Crawford After He Names ‘Elite’ Fighters He’s Faced: “Who?”

Terence Crawford: The build-up to Canelo Alvarez‘s monumental showdown with Terence Crawford is well under way, It was confirmed earlier this month that the pound-for-pound stars will do battle on Saturday September 13 at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Canelo is set to make the first defence of his undisputed super-middleweight championship against ‘Bud’, just a few months on from achieving this feat for the second time in his career after he dethroned for IBF champion William Scull on May 2.

The modern greats are over halfway through a global press tour, which began in Riyadh last week and was followed by a press conference in New York City on Sunday, which ended with Canelo shoving Crawford during what was an intense face-off.

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Speaking on The G.O.A.T.S Podcast, Canelo initially gave plaudits to ‘Bud’ Crawford who he claims is a ‘great fighter’, before going on to criticise the 37-year-old’s resume as he questions whether the unbeaten American has fought just ‘one elite fighter’ during his career.

“Don’t get me wrong okay, he’s a good fighter, a great fighter, I always said before I see him calling me out and wanting the fight and everything, I said before he is a great fighter but if you look at his career just mention me one elite fighter.”

The Mexican superstar then responded to claims made by Crawford that Viktor Postol and Ricky Burns are at least two ‘elite’ fighters that he has faced.

“Who? Who’s that guy? A 40-year-old champion in that moment beat Mr. Postol in my gym, I saw that. Ricky Burns? He’s not elite. There is champions, good fighters, but elite fighters are different, way different.”

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Despite Canelo’s claims, Crawford could cement himself as one of the greatest fighters of all time with a victory over the Mexican superstar in September, as he sets his sights on becoming a three-weight undisputed champion in the process.

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“He Beat Him” Terence Crawford Mocks Canelo Should Have

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“He Beat Him” Terence Crawford Mocks Canelo Should Have Another Defeat On His Record

Terence Crawford is gearing up for the toughest test of his professional career. The 37-year-old from Omaha, Nebraska will do battle with Mexican icon Canelo Alvarez on Saturday September 13 at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Having spent his recent years campaigning at welterweight before having one fight a super-welterweight, Crawford will make the jump up to super-middleweight ahead of his showdown with Canelo, as he bids to become the undisputed champion at 168lbs.

Should he be victorious in September, ‘Bud’ will write his name into the boxing history books by becoming the first male fighter to win an undisputed championship in three divisions, having already accomplished this feat at super-lightweight and welterweight. He would also be just the third man to beat Alvarez in 68 fights after Floyd Mayweather and Dmitry Bivol.

However, speaking on The G.O.A.T.S Podcast, Crawford revealed he is convinced that the Mexican star should have suffered at least one more.

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“Canelo got a great resume, I’m not going to take it away from him. He’s fought a lot of great champions but at the age that he fought them in, they was already on a decline, some of them, and when he didn’t you see what happened, he fought Lara and I thought Lara beat him, he fought Mayweather, you see what happened? He fought Bivol when he went up and tried to be great like I’m doing and he came up short, when he fought my boy from Texas they gave him problems but it is what it is, I got the style, I got the skills, I got the heart and I’m not going to sit around and play no games with Canelo because he’s not going to play no games with me.”

Canelo vs Erislandy Lara fight took place on July 12, 2014 and was a close and tactical 12-round affair. Lara, a slick Cuban boxer, used a lot of movement and landed clean jabs, trying to avoid exchanges. Canelo, on the other hand, was more aggressive, going to the body and pressing the action.

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The fight was controversial because it was hard to judge – Lara landed cleaner punches, but Canelo was more active. In the end, Canelo won by split decision, but many fans and analysts were divided on who really deserved the victory.

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“He’s Better Than Me” Terence Crawford Says It’s Clear Who

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“He’s Better Than Me” Terence Crawford Says It’s Clear Who The Best Fighter In The World

Terence Crawford has revealed who he thinks is the best active fighter on the planet. The unbeaten 37-year-old switch hitter from Omaha, Nebraska is already 41-fights into an exceptional professional career which began way back in 2008

Since making his debut, ‘Bud’ Crawford has won world titles in four weight classes, defeating the likes of Israil Madrimov, Shawn Porter and Errol Spence Jr amongst many others.

He wrote his name into boxing history when he defeated Spence two years ago, stopping his countryman in the ninth round of their monumental showdown to become the first undisputed welterweight champion of the ‘four belt era’.

The 37-year-old has also achieved undisputed status at super-lightweight, accomplishing this feat back in 2017 when he stopped former unified champion Julius Indongo in the third round of their bout in Nebraska.

In an interview with The Ring Magazine, Crawford had his say on who he believes makes up the pound-for-pound top three, ranking Ukrainian heavyweight icon Oleksandr Usyk ahead of himself.

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“[I’m] the Ring number three? How y’all rating me number three? Who rating me at number three? I gotta go talk to them. [Oleksandr] Usyk number one, he better be number one. Over Usyk? I’m not over Usyk, but I’m over Inoue.”

Usyk has achieved incredible things since making entering the paid ranks back in 2013, becoming the undisputed champion at both cruiserweight and heavyweight.

‘Bud’ Crawford could surpass the record currently held jointly by himself, Usyk and Naoya Inoue, as he bids to become the first male fighter in boxing history to win an undisputed championship in three divisions.

The 37-year-old is just two months away from challenging Mexican superstar Canelo Alvarez for his undisputed crown at 168lbs, in what has been recognised by many as being the ‘biggest fight in boxing’.

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Amir Khan:Terence Crawford Lists Fear Of Things That Worry Him About

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Amir Khan:Terence Crawford Lists Fear Of Things That Worry Him About Canelo Alvarez

After years of waiting, Terence Crawford vs Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez is finally going to take place.

Terence Crawford and Canelo will face off on 13 September in Las Vegas for the Mexican’s undisputed super-middleweight world championship.

Both are considered to be two of the best pound-for-pound fighters of this generation and know that defeat for either could mean the end for them at the top.

Amir Khan has previously warned Crawford about fighting Canelo and while the American is confident he can get the job done, he did once admit there were two parts of his opponent’s style that concern him.

Terence Crawford fears Canelo’s power

Over the years, Canelo has developed a fierce reputation for the power in his shots.

More than half of his fights have ended in a knockout victory for the Mexican and while Crawford isn’t fazed about facing him, Canelo’s “power and size” is something that could cause problems.

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He told TMZ Sports in September 2024: “This fight is massive, definitely.

“You’ve got two guys that are top three pound-for-pound, going head to head with each other.

“I understand Canelo is bigger than me, but I’m up for the challenge. I think it’s a very intriguing fight.”

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Manny Pacquiao has controversial Canelo vs Crawford opinion

Everyone is keen to predict how this fight plays out – even if it is still months away.

Manny Pacquiao is no different and ahead of his own return to the ring, the eight-time champion across three separate weight categories is backing Canelo to take home the win, but it will be his most difficult test yet.

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Via Marca, he said: “It’s not easy for Crawford. I mean, Canelo has a big advantage, but Crawford needs to control his physique, his speed and his power because he’s moving up in weight.

“When I talk about skill, they have to understand what I say. It takes skill to beat practically Terence Crawford and to fight Bivol, Plant, Triple G and others. He must have skill in his fists and in how he conducts himself in the ring. Will he have that skill? I think he will.”

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I Don’t Doubt “He’ll Win” Manny Pacquiao Makes His Canelo

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I Don’t Doubt “He’ll Win” Manny Pacquiao Makes His Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford Prediction: “He’ll Win”

Terence Crawford: Manny Pacquiao has weighed in on the upcoming ‘super-fight’ between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford.

After weeks of speculation it was finally confirmed earlier this month that the pound-for-pound stars will do battle on Saturday September 13 at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Canelo is set to make the first defence of his undisputed super-middleweight championship against ‘Bud’ in what is his second reign as champion after he defeated IBF champion William Scull in Riyadh on May 3.

Eight-division world champion Pacquiao has spoken out and shared his thoughts on the upcoming showdown between Canelo and Crawford, which has been regarded by many as being the ‘biggest fight in boxing’.

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Whilst speaking to ESNEWS, Pacquiao didn’t hesitate to give his backing to Mexican icon Canelo, who has been a dominant force at super-middleweight since he made the jump up from 160lbs seven years ago.

Since making his debut at 168lbs against Rocky Fielding in 2018, Canelo has gone on to defeat the likes of Gennady Golovkin, Jermell Charlo and Jaime Munguia amongst others.

He made a brief move up to light-heavyweight to dethrone WBO champion Sergey Kovalev in 2019, but fell short in his second outing at 175lbs against former undisputed champion Dmitry Bivol three years later.

As for Crawford, the 37-year-old from Omaha is bidding to become the first three-weight undisputed champion of all time, having already achieved this feat at super-lightweight and welterweight.

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No Doubt One Man ‘Could Be In A Lot Of Trouble’ In

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No Doubt One Man ‘Could Be In A Lot Of Trouble’ In Canelo vs Terence Crawford Fight – Miguel Cotto Says

The highly anticipated clash between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford is now just months away.

It was announced earlier in the month that the modern greats will do battle on Saturday September 13 at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Terence Crawford is set to make the jump up to super-middleweight for the first time in his career as he bids to dethrone the Mexican superstar of his undisputed championship at 168lbs.

The 37-year-old from Omaha has spent his recent years campaigning at welterweight, where he won the undisputed championship and became the first fighter to accomplish this feat within the ‘four belt era’ when he defeated Errol Spence Jr in July 2023.

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Canelo wrote his name into boxing history once again on May 2 when he defeated former IBF super-middleweight champion William Scull in Riyadh, becoming the first two-time undisputed super-middleweight champion.

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In an interview with Seconds Out, retired Puerto Rican great and former opponent of Canelo, Miguel Cotto, shared his thoughts on his former rivals upcoming battle with Crawford.

“The set of skills that Crawford has can cause a lot of trouble for Canelo.”

Canelo outpointed Cotto in November of 2015 to capture the vacant WBC world middleweight title, although the Puerto Rican icon had entered the final years of his outstanding professional career.

The Mexican had previously lost to Floyd Mayweather and has been bested by Dmitry Bivol since, marking his only two losses in an incredible 67 fights. He has never been beaten in the super-middleweight class, but Crawford is adamant that will change this year.

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“Trust Me I Know A Secret” I Have No Doubt Who Wins Canelo vs

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“Trust Me I Know A Secret” I Have No Doubt Who Wins Canelo vs Terence Crawford – Tim Bradley

Terence Crawford: Two-weight world champion Tim Bradley has predicted the upcoming mega-fight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford.

It was announced earlier this month that the modern greats will do battle on Saturday September 13 at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Canelo and Crawford faced-off for the first time in Riyadh on May 3, just moments after the Mexican superstar defeated former IBF super-middleweight champion William Scull to capture the undisputed championship at 168lbs for the second time. They have since met on a press tour, with the friendly atmosphere slowly being replaced by trash talk and competitive spirit.

It will be a test of the highest magnitude for ‘Bud’ Crawford, who will make the jump up in two weight classes from his last outing.

In an interview with Fight Hub TV, Bradley didn’t hesitate to back Crawford to get the job done against Canelo, revealing he knows a ‘secret’ that plays into the hands of the 37-year-old from Omaha. Unfortunately for fans, he was not forthcoming with the details.

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“If Canelo couldn’t knock out [Jermell] Charlo, are you really thinking he’s gonna knock out Crawford? I would pick Terence Crawford to beat a Canelo Alvarez even at 168, everybody can call me crazy and whatever you wanna say, I get it, y’all didn’t believe me when I told you about [Errol] Spence but trust me, Crawford will figure out a way.

“I know a secret y’all don’t know and I ain’t gonna tell you why I would pick Terence Crawford but it’s part of the secret is the reason why I’m picking him to win the fight.”

Victory for Crawford would see the unbeaten American write his name into boxing history once again, as he will become the first fighter in the history of male boxing to win an undisputed championship in three divisions.

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Blood For Blood: Terence Crawford gives Rudest Statements as

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Blood For Blood: Terence Crawford gives Rudest Statements as Canelo Alvarez demands rule change for mega-fight: ‘Big head’

Terence Crawford: Verbal shots are being exchanged in the press tour ahead of Terence Crawford and Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez’s bout.

The pound-for-pound pairing will dust up under the bright lights of the world in Las Vegas on September 13.

And the pair kicked off at fiery encounter in New York this week with Alvarez addressing Turki Alalshikh, suggesting they fight in a smaller ring.

Crawford hit back by saying: “The only running that I’ll be doing is running upside his head… and he’s got a big head too.”

The American has adopted a more aggressive approach in the lead up, recently saying that he’ll be ‘hunting’ Canelo after his opponent made a call for a bigger ring.

“I’m just going to keep it real,” said Crawford. “I’m hunting him, that’s it. I’m hunting everything that he’s got and I’m going to take it come September 13.”

These verbal jabs were heard at the second of four promotional press conferences being held in the lead up to their mega fight at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.

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The pair will have to wait until September 13 to exchange physical blows, although Canelo did shove Crawford after ‘Bud’ marched across the stage towards him in New York.

Resulting in them being separated after a brief altercation between entourages and security staff.

Both fighters have been successful across four weight divisions, in their respective careers thus far.

While Canelo’s professional record sits at 63-2-2, with 39 KOs, the four-weight world champion Crawford has promised to hand his hugely popular opponent a devastating defeat.

Crawford has a spotless undefeated record of 41 victories with 31 by way of knockout.

The American in his most recent encounter struggled to victory over Israil Madrimov by unanimous decision to clinch a world title at super-welterweight, his fourth division.

The four-weight division titleholder is making the jump up two divisions, in order to make this bout happen.

Canelo may have also conquered four weight classes, but recently went the distance in an uneventful 12 round bout.

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Following the dull unanimous decision win against Scull, Canelo will be hoping to entertain audiences more than he did the last time.

Especially as Alalshikh recently announced that there will be a huge financial boost up for grabs if either of the super middleweight men deliver a knock out.

Crawford and Alvarez’s showdown is being compared to that of Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao in 2015.

It promises to be a legacy-defining night for the victor, with Crawford likely to go down as an all-time great if he pulls off an upset.

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