Terence Crawford is at the center of a storm with the World Boxing Council (WBC), and it’s getting some real attention. In December 2025, the WBC stripped him of his super-middleweight title. They claimed he didn’t pay reduced sanctioning fees after his massive payday fight against Canelo Alvarez.
Crawford didn't hold back on social media. He questioned the WBC's integrity, asking,
"What makes you better than the WBO, the IBF or the WBA?"His comments hinted at accusations of corruption within the WBC and its president. He suggested their reputation was inflated and undeserved.
The situation caught political eyes too. U.S. Congressman Randy Fine used Crawford's case as an example during a hearing on December 4, 2025. The Congressman pointed to systemic issues haunting boxing that require serious reform. He pushed for momentum behind the Muhammad Ali Rival Act to tackle these challenges by addressing powers held by sanctioning bodies like the WBC.
Eddie Hearn, a well-known promoter, also joined the conversation. He criticized Crawford for his feud over fees and sided with established sanctioning practices within boxing. However, this controversy has rejuvenated discussions about how much control organizations like the WBC should have in such scenarios.
Critics argue these bodies wield too much influence without enough transparency or unified regulation across boxing’s landscape. Many see this as a call for fighter protections, suggesting Crawford's battle might lead to enduring changes within governance structures in boxing.
As chatter grows louder around potential reforms and political backing strengthens, all eyes remain fixed on how this episode could reshape rules in favor of athletes’ rights and fair play standards globally in boxing.
