Terence Crawford beat Saul 'Canelo' Álvarez on Saturday evening, becoming the undisputed super-middleweight champion. The fight at Allegiant Stadium ended with a unanimous decision in Crawford's favor, with scores of 116-112 and 115-113 twice.
Crawford's victory stunned the boxing world. His quickness, precision, and strategic command neutralized Canelo's power throughout the fight. This win made Crawford the first boxer in the four-belt era to become a three-division undisputed champion.
After the fight, Crawford raised the belts in the air, choked with emotion. He said, "This means everything to me." Crawford also thanked his staff and showed respect to Canelo, demonstrating good sportsmanship.
The fight drew millions of viewers and brought boxing into mainstream popular culture. Many celebrities attended the event, showing that the sport engages viewers beyond die-hard fans.
Logan Paul joined numerous celebrities in congratulating Crawford. He also took a shot at Canelo, mentioning his brother's name. Other notable figures who reacted to the fight included Mike Tyson's son Amir J. Tyson, Alycia Baumgardner, and Curmel Moton. Their reactions ranged from astonishment at Canelo's loss to admiration for Crawford's perfect performance.
"This means everything to me,"Crawford said after the fight, visibly moved by his achievement.
Crawford's undefeated status and fresh promotion status will likely lead to more big fights in the future. A rematch with Canelo hasn't been ruled out.
This fight showcased the essence of boxing: humanity, toughness, resilience, and victory. The growing role of celebrities in marketing the sport ensures that Crawford's triumph will have an impact far beyond the ring.
