Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez and Terence Crawford might face off in a big boxing match later this year. Both fighters rank among the best pound-for-pound boxers in the world, making this potential clash a hot topic in the boxing community.
Canelo, the current super middleweight champion, will first defend his titles against William Scull on May 3. If he wins, he'll cement his status as the undisputed champion in the division. Meanwhile, Crawford, who currently fights at 154 pounds, is expected to move up to 168 pounds for this potential matchup.
Former IBF lightweight champion Mickey Bey shared his thoughts on Crawford's weight strategy for the potential fight. Bey believes Crawford shouldn't bulk up too much.
"Whatever he feels good at sparring multiple times, that's what I'd come in at. 168-171, I'd stay within that range. That's the only factor, him not being too slow. 165 and fight anywhere at the same weight. He'll probably be 165 or 170 when he fights. He can make 160 very easy or 154, he can make."
Bey suggests Crawford should aim for 165 pounds to maintain his speed. However, he thinks Crawford could go up to 168-171 pounds if he feels comfortable sparring at that weight. The key, according to Bey, is for Crawford to stay within the 165-170 pound range for the fight.
Crawford's ability to make weight easily could play a big role in this matchup. Bey points out that Crawford can comfortably make 154 pounds and naturally fights in the low to mid-160s when he's in top shape.
"So, he can come in at whatever, like Floyd at 154. With Crawford, when he's in top shape, he's probably going to be in the 160s in camp. So, he might as well stay there. In top shape, he's probably going to be in the low to mid-160s. So, he ain't going to have to do nothing. I got Crawford by decision."
Bey warns that if Crawford rehydrates to 170 pounds, it might slow him down. This could be a crucial factor against a powerful opponent like Canelo.
Despite the weight challenges, Bey predicts Crawford will win the fight by decision. However, with both fighters known for their skills and power, fans can expect an exciting match if it happens.
As the boxing world waits for official confirmation, the potential Canelo-Crawford showdown continues to generate buzz. The fight, if it materializes, promises to be one of the biggest boxing events of the year.
