Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford will face off in a big boxing match on September 13 at Allegiant Stadium. The fight pits two of the best boxers in the world against each other and could shape their legacies.
Canelo, the undisputed super middleweight champ, will defend his titles against Crawford, who's moving up two weight classes for the bout. Both fighters are ranked among the best pound-for-pound boxers today.
The matchup has sparked debate among boxing experts and fans. Amir J. Tyson favors Crawford, saying: "Crawford is too damn fast." He thinks Crawford's speed gives him the edge.
Mike Tyson has some doubts about the fight. He's worried about the differences in size and power between the two. But he also knows both guys are really talented and fans want to see them battle.
Betting houses have Canelo as the favorite. He's got the power, a solid defense, and tons of big-fight experience. Canelo will try to set the pace early and use his strength.
Crawford faces a tough test moving up in weight. But he's got speed, technique, and smarts on his side. His game plan will be to keep his distance, stay mobile, and rack up points without getting tired.
Fans can expect a technical fight with Crawford's speed going up against Canelo's power. Canelo will try to control the action while Crawford aims to stay out of danger and outbox him.
This matchup between two boxing greats has split opinions all over. The world will watch to see if Crawford's speed can overcome Canelo's strength when they step in the ring next month.
