Terence Crawford's win over Canelo Alvarez left the boxing world stunned. The fight's outcome wasn't what most people expected, and it's still got everyone talking.
Andre Ward, a former champion and now a commentator, shared a key moment from the fight on his podcast. He spotted something that showed Canelo knew he was beaten, even before the official decision.
The fight had been in the works for a long time, and it delivered more than anyone thought it would. Crawford, though known for his skills, surprised everyone with how much he controlled the fight.
As the bout went on, Crawford took charge. The ninth round turned out to be a game-changer. Crawford switched to southpaw and started trading punches with Canelo head-on. He outboxed the Mexican fighter, and the crowd went wild. This move gave Crawford the confidence to stand up to Canelo's power.
Ward noticed a crucial moment at this point. He said on his podcast:
"I think Canelo started to give in at some point. I think that point was around the ninth round."
At the end of that round, Canelo did something unusual. He held out his glove to Crawford, but Crawford didn't seem to notice. Ward saw this as a big deal. Canelo, known for never giving up, seemed to admit he was outclassed.
This gesture from Canelo stood out because he's always been seen as a fighter who keeps going no matter what. For him to show respect like that in the middle of such an intense fight was unexpected.
Crawford's performance in the ring that night went beyond what anyone thought possible. He didn't just win; he dominated in a way no one saw coming.
The fight will be remembered for a long time, not just for the result, but for moments like the one Ward pointed out. It shows that even in the heat of battle, there's room for respect between opponents.
