Terence Crawford's confidence knows no bounds. The undefeated boxer from Omaha, Nebraska, recently expressed his readiness to face anyone in the ring, including the legendary Floyd Mayweather.
Crawford's record stands at an impressive 41-0, just nine wins shy of Mayweather's perfect 50-0 career. The switch-hitter has made his mark as a four-weight world champion, with 31 of his victories coming by way of stoppage. He's also achieved the rare feat of becoming undisputed in two divisions during the four-belt era, a distinction shared by only two other fighters.
In a recent appearance on the Million Dollaz Worth of Game podcast, Crawford was asked about a hypothetical matchup with Mayweather. His response was short and sharp:
"Me vs anybody."
This statement comes on the heels of Crawford's recent decision win over Israil Madrimov, which earned him the WBA World Title in the super-welterweight division. The victory adds another impressive accolade to Crawford's already stellar resume.
While Mayweather retired undefeated in 2017, his legacy as one of boxing's most lucrative stars and a defensive master continues to loom large over the sport. His notable wins against the likes of Canelo Alvarez, Manny Pacquiao, Shane Mosley, and Oscar De La Hoya cement his place in boxing history.
Crawford's trainer, Brian 'BoMac' McIntyre, shares his fighter's confidence. In a recent interview, McIntyre favored Crawford in a hypothetical prime-vs-prime matchup against Mayweather:
"Terence has that dog in him. Terence didn't get to where he is now overnight, it's taken years and years. But, if you put 'Bud' in there in his prime with Mayweather in his prime, then of course Mayweather is gonna be the smarter one, but I think 'Bud' will have more dog in him."
McIntyre, who views Crawford like a son, acknowledged his bias while also recognizing Mayweather's intelligence in the ring.
As debates about Crawford's place among boxing's all-time greats continue, the fighter himself is looking ahead. He's currently chasing a fight with Canelo, which would require him to jump two weight classes. It's a bold move that underscores Crawford's ambition and confidence in his abilities.
In the post-Mayweather era, Crawford is staking his claim as the best of his generation. While fantasy matchups across eras will always fuel discussion among boxing fans, Crawford's focus remains on adding to his already impressive legacy in the ring.
