Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford are getting ready to face off in Las Vegas on September 13. The promoters call it the "fight of the century," and there's only a week left until these two boxing stars step into the ring.
Both fighters can still deliver the goods and are among the best pound-for-pound boxers in the world. Crawford, known as "Bud," remains unbeaten and has looked impressive in his recent fights. He's moving up two weight classes for this bout, which adds an extra layer of challenge.
Canelo, the Mexican superstar, has seemed unbeatable by anyone close to his size. But now he's up against Crawford, a world-class fighter who many believe could give him a real run for his money.
During a recent training session, Crawford spoke with promoter Turki Alalshikh.
"I appreciate what you're doing for me and I'm grateful for the opportunity," Crawford said.
Alalshikh's response was straightforward:
"You must deliver the job," he told Crawford.
People expect Crawford to put pressure on Alvarez in the ring. It's a tall order, considering the weight difference, but Crawford's skills make it an intriguing matchup.
While there have been fights with more hype, no one can deny that pitting Canelo against Crawford will be a spectacle. The betting odds still favor Canelo as the event gets closer, but many fans believe Crawford has what it takes to pull off an upset.
As the clock ticks down to September 13, both fighters are gearing up for what promises to be an unforgettable night in Las Vegas. Will Crawford's move up in weight pay off, or will Canelo's experience at the higher weight class prove too much? We'll find out soon enough.
