Crawford, known as "Bud," brings an impressive 41-0 record with 31 knockouts to the ring. He's already made history as the first boxer to win undisputed world titles in two divisions. Now, he's aiming even higher. A win against Canelo could make Crawford the first male boxer ever to be undisputed champion in three weight classes.
The fight will take place at 168 pounds, which is Canelo's super middleweight domain. Alvarez has ruled this division for nearly seven years, cementing his status as the undisputed champion.
For Crawford, this bout marks a huge leap. He's jumping up two weight classes to challenge Canelo. It's a bold move that showcases his confidence and ambition.
Crawford knows he'll need every trick in his arsenal to overcome Canelo. His high ring IQ, lightning-fast hands, and powerful punches will all be put to the test. Crawford's also known for his excellent footwork and ability to switch stances, which could prove crucial against Canelo's aggressive style.
When asked about the significance of potentially winning, Crawford said:
"It would mean everything. It will be everything I worked hard for my whole career, to go out there on that night, that boxing night, where everybody got to see the great Terence Crawford do something unheard of and unthinkable"
Crawford's last fight saw him dominate Errol Spence Jr. in July 2023. He knocked Spence down three times before the referee stopped the fight in the ninth round. That performance showed Crawford's knockout power and precise counterpunching skills.
Some might worry about Crawford's size disadvantage against Canelo. But Crawford doesn't seem concerned. He pointed out:
"Tyson Fury was the more imposing fighter, and the bigger fighter, and he didn't win either fight"
The key question now is how Crawford will handle Canelo's power and aggression. Canelo's been a force in the super middleweight division, and he won't give up his titles easily.
This fight promises to be a clash of styles, skills, and determination. Boxing fans around the world will be watching to see if Crawford can make history or if Canelo will defend his super middleweight throne.