Canelo Alvarez finds himself facing a fresh wave of competition for the world titles Terence Crawford left behind. Crawford, at the age of 38, announced his retirement on Tuesday, September 2025. His final bout took place on September 13 against Canelo Alvarez. The showdown happened at Allegiant Stadium in Paradise, Nevada, where the Las Vegas Raiders usually play their NFL games.
Known for an illustrious boxing career, the American fighter Terence "Bud" Crawford retired holding several titles across multiple weight divisions. His last fight with Canelo in the super middleweight division saw both athletes put everything on the line. The event left a lasting impression on fans gathered to witness what might be Canelo's pivotal moment as he aims to conquer the super middleweight landscape without Crawford as a rival.
Now, a host of contenders are eyeing shot at glory in this open field. Among them stands Jaime Munguia from Mexico and British fighter Hamzah Sheeraz. Each has shown promise and skill capable of earning them positions in future title bouts. Others like Cameroonian-French Canadian Christian M'billi and Guatemalan Lester Martinez join the ranks of hopefuls eager to capitalize on these opportunities left in Crawford’s wake.
The list of potential challengers further extends to talents from various corners of the globe: Croatian Luka Plantic; Mexican Diego Pacheco; Cuban Osleys Iglesias; and American Jermall Charlo, all aiming for impactful performances in upcoming fights. These fighters bring diverse skills that add intriguing elements to upcoming matchups.
With Crawford's exit leaving numerous belts vacant, opportunities for new champions abound in this ever-evolving [boxing landscape](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Super_middleweight). It's expected that Canelo will have his hands full dealing with ambitious fighters who see an opening to advance their careers dramatically by capturing world titles previously held by one of boxing’s greatest.
