Terence Crawford Has Little to Prove After Dominating Canelo
In one fluid and masterful performance, Terence “Bud” Crawford (42-0, 31 KO’s) jumped two weight divisions to topple 168-pound kingpin Saul “Canelo” Alvarez (63-3-2, 39 KO’s). Along with the spoils of war came all four of the Mexican’s world titles. This marks a historic occasion due to Bud being the first fighter in history to become an undisputed champion in three separate divisions in the four belt era. With the win and, more specifically, the relative ease that he claimed it with, it really begs the question: what is next for Crawford?
Heading into the showdown there was a great deal of speculation about how Crawford would deal with the leap in weight. It became quickly apparent that this was a non-factor. Throughout the duel, Bud was able to consistently outwork and out-muscle Alvarez in the clinches while dictating the pace and logistics.
WHAT LIES AHEAD?
In many respects, there is probably not going to be a better win for Bud to hang up his spurs on. Furthermore, in boxing years, Crawford is getting rather long in the tooth. That being said, with this latest tour of duty, Crawford looks like he has more than enough in the tank to take on anyone. If he were to stage a ring-return, he could rematch Canelo with stronger leverage at the negotiating table, this time. If there’s no appetite for that, the long-called-for bout with Jaron “Boots” Ennis could be on option. However, Crawford may have silenced the need for that fight after his dominant performances of both, Spence and Alvarez for undisputed honors.
WIll Bud retire of seek to shine under the bright lights once more? Let’s just wait and see what’s next for Bud.
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