You can’t KO him : Disagreeing With Jake Paul, Boxing Legend Warns Terence Crawford About Fighting Canelo Alvarez

The Canelo Alvarez–Terence Crawford showdown being negotiated for September in Las Vegas is a fight that everyone wants to see. The mere idea of the fight happening has got the whole combat sports world buzzing and everyone is looking forward to it.

However, the potential fight has also created a split among the boxing community as experts and fighters are sharing their predictions. On Tuesday, Jake Paul surprised everyone by choosing ‘Bud’ as his winner in a fight where Canelo is clearly the heavy favorite. However, one of the greatest boxers ever, the Mexican boxing legend Julio César Chávez, has now given his own two cents regarding the rumored bout.

Canelo Alvarez for the win?

A few days ago, ESNEWS caught up with the three-weight world champion and asked him about the upcoming potential bout. With no doubt and hesitation in his voice, the 107-6 boxer confidently predicted, “Canelo will knock him out in six or seven rounds.”

While the unified super middleweight champion has been a heavy favorite in the prediction battle, unlike Chavez, everyone thinks that Crawford will pose a huge challenge for Canelo. However, the 62-year-old thinks that the Omaha native won’t even go the distance against Canelo. Given everything that Bud Crawford has achieved, this sure seems surprising.

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However, Chavez has no doubts about the former pound-for-pound king’s ability but the weight discrepancy will be too much despite his superior skills. “Crawford is good fighter but there’s weight classes,” Julio César Chávez explained. This has been a constant trend in the predictions for this dream match. While no one has any doubts about Terence Crawford’s abilities, the majority thinks that he won’t be able to put on the 13lbs extra weight and still hope to move as fast as Canelo, who has been at super middleweight for years now. Except for a few, who think that the weight won’t matter much if the Omaha native is in form.

Terence Crawford’s superior skills will help him outright Canelo

As Jake Paul appeared on the first episode of the Ring Champs podcast hosted by Akin “Ak” Reyes and Barak Bess on the All The Smoke YouTube channel, he shared his verdict on the fight. He thinks that it will be an interesting bout because no one has seen ‘Bud’ this heavy. However, as the Southpaw has proven himself in multiple divisions, it won’t matter to him. Furthermore, Paul thinks “that Terrence has the skill and is a bit fresher than Canelo. If I had to put my money on it, I would probably go with Terrence.”

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While Jake Paul definitely surprised everyone with his choice, he is not the only one preferring the super welterweight over Canelo Alvarez. The undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk joined Steve Kim and Mario Lopez in The 3 Knockdown Rule podcast recently. While discussing the fight, Usyk had a proud expression and made it clear where his heart goes. “I like Terrence; it’s …my friend, but it’s crazy man. Listen, I… I say Terence win yes, …Terrence win, but listen, Terence, it’s different, man. Terence work in two… two sides—right and left, but it’s very smart, man. It’s very, very very smart, but feel, distance and the place…” stated Usyk picking Terence Crawford as his favorite.

Whether the majority will be proven right or the few supporting Terence Crawford will laugh at everyone in the end, we will find out soon enough. Till then, seeing the boxing world split over this headache of a question has been fun. Do you think Canelo Alvarez will win via KO? Let us know your thoughts down below.

‘Against all odds’ – Terence Crawford highlights ‘greatest attribute’ that will help him beat Canelo Alvarez

Terence Crawford believes he has all the right attributes to pull off a monumental upset win against Canelo Alvarez.

The boxing titans are reportedly finalising a deal for a fight on Mexican Independence Day weekend (September 15) in Las Vegas.

According to ESPN’s Mike Coppinger, Crawford will climb two weight classes to fight Canelo at his natural home of super middleweight without a rehydration clause.

Most experts expected there to be some kind of contractual agreement to limit the amount of weight Canelo put on between the weigh-in and fight day given the size disparity between them.

Crawford is the much smaller man having only recently moved up to super welterweight (154lbs) following stints at lightweight (135lbs), super lightweight (140lbs) and welterweight (147lbs).

Meanwhile, Canelo has competed as high as light-heavyweight (175lbs) during his illustrious career.

But Crawford’s trainer Brian ‘BoMac’ McIntyre insists this won’t be the case, even going as far as to suggest that they didn’t want one.

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The confidence is admirable but not unfounded.

Terence Crawford is a generational great and one of only three boxers alongside Oleksandr Usyk and Naoya Inoue to become a two-weight undisputed champion in the four-belt era.

If anyone can overcome the odds it is Crawford, who remains undefeated after 41 professional fights.

“I’m the type of guy who likes to feel my fighters out and adjust to what they’re doing.

“I’m looking to do the same come fight time when the Canelo fight happens…

“People say, ‘You’re too small’ or ‘You’re outmatched’ or ‘You don’t belong in the ring with these types of fighters.’

“That’s when great fighters perform their best…

“I’m going to feel great [at 168lbs]. I don’t need to worry about the weight. I know I’m going to feel great.

14 pounds: “The rehydration clause is for the weak”Terence Crawford gets angry with Canelo Alvarez The undefeated American will have to gain 14 pounds to face the Mexican in September

While no one believes Terence Crawford, who has never fought beyond 154 pounds, can beat Canelo Alvarez at 168 pounds, the Mexican’s usual weight.

The Bud has been asking for this fight for months and it seems to be coming true for next September in Las Vegas thanks to the management of Turki Alalshikh.

Crawford’s trainer with message to Saul Alvarez

While Crawford (41-0) has already shown his annoyance with Saul Alvarez (62-2-2), who criticized the level of opponents the Nebraska native has faced in his career, now it is his trainer Brian McIntyre who goes against the Guadalajara native.

The issue is the rehydration clause that Canelo is said to demand of his opponents, which consists of not exceeding a certain weight for the fight after stepping on the scales, a condition that The Bud will not have to meet and will not ask the Mexican even if he is heavier.

We don’t care about that. You can only go up to a certain point and if you go past that, that’s your problem. The first thing that came out of his mouth was that he wants the fight. If Terence has no problem with that, I don’t either”

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“That’s bullshit, it’s for wimps. When they say you can’t lift more than that weight… fuck that,” McIntyre told The Ring when asked if they would ask for this clause for the Mexican fighter. “This is boxing. I have the skills, you stepped on the scale, you gave the weight, and no matter how much you come back after. You accepted the fight, so let’s get in the ring and fight like men, it’s that simple.”

Terence Crawford seeks to prove his greatness against Canelo Alvarez

Terence Crawford minimizes the weight difference with Saul Alvarez, because it is in this type of demand when great fighters show who they are.

“People say, ‘you’re too small’ or ‘you’re outmatched’ or ‘you shouldn’t be in the ring with this type of fighter’. That’s when great fighters perform at their best,” he told Boxing Scene.

‘It’s on’ – Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford appears to be confirmed by member of boxer’s team

Terence Crawford’s right hand man Bernie Davis appears to have confirmed he will fight Canelo Alvarez in 2025.

‘Bud’ hasn’t fought since becoming a four-weight champion with victory over Israil Madrimov last August, but has been heavily linked with a clash against superstar Alvarez.

It would be a mega-fight with huge commercial potential, with Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh having opened talks with both fighters in London earlier this month.

The showdown will be a huge challenge for Crawford, who will need to step up 14lbs to reach Alvarez’s weight and fight for the unified world titles, but it promises to be a blockbuster.

Reports indicated that an agreement is currently being finalised for the pair to meet in September in Las Vegas.

And Davis, who is a permanent fixture of Crawford’s team, insists it signed and sealed for September 13.

He told Fight Hype: “We will climb that mountain. It’s on, baby. September 13th, look forward to it.

“Crawford vs. Canelo. As I said, Crawford vs. Canelo. Yeah, it’s confirmed. Crawford vs. Canelo, not the other way around.

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“Team Crawford stands up. Pound-for-pound, the best in the world. Soon to be the super middleweight champion of the world.

Why is Terence Crawford looking for Canelo Alvarez fight at a higher weight class?

As a rising star in the junior middleweight division, Charles Conwell is eyeing the biggest names in his weight class. However, he also sees why Terence Crawford, a legendary figure in boxing, may opt to move up to super middleweight for a shot at Canelo Alvarez, rather than staying at 154 pounds.

Terence Crawford, having recently captured the WBA world title at 154 pounds with a win over Israil Madrimov, is no stranger to conquering different weight classes, but Conwell believes Crawford may now be considering his options more carefully.

Conwell, who has yet to fight for a world title, understands that Crawford is nearing the end of his career.

“What else is there for Terence Crawford to do and who else is there for him to fight to cement his legacy more than he already has?” Conwell remarked during an interview with Gerry Cooney and Randy Gordon on SiriusXM’s At the Fights.

With a legacy built on multiple championships at various weights, Crawford may now be looking for a new challenge-one that could elevate his career even further.

Crawford’s motivation: legacy vs. financial reward

Crawford’s journey has been defined by dominance at lightweight, light-welterweight, and welterweight. But now, at 37 years old, he has fewer opportunities ahead of him. Conwell believes that Crawford’s decision to move up in weight could be driven by both the desire for a lucrative payday and the opportunity to secure an even bigger legacy.

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“A fight with Canelo at 168 would earn Crawford far more than any other bout at 154,” Conwell stated.

Crawford has earned substantial paydays in recent years, particularly after his victory over Errol Spence in 2023, but the opportunity to face Canelo Alvarez, one of boxing’s most marketable stars, would offer a significant boost to Crawford’s financial standing while also providing a potential career-defining moment.

While Conwell respects Crawford’s pursuit of financial success, he also recognizes that today’s fighters often have to weigh the benefits of legacy against the monetary rewards.

“With today’s fighters, I feel like it’s money first,” Conwell explained.

“You can’t eat legacy. You can’t take legacy home. You can’t cash legacy at the bank.”

This is a sentiment that many athletes in combat sports can relate to, and it underscores why a fight with Canelo is so appealing to Crawford.

For Conwell, the prospect of Crawford facing Canelo presents an exciting opportunity for both a lucrative financial payoff and a chance to cement his place in boxing history. While Conwell is still working toward his own first title shot, he acknowledges the inevitability of Crawford seeking the biggest challenges available before the end of his illustrious career.

Should Crawford take on Canelo at super middleweight, it would not only offer massive financial rewards but could also be a fitting capstone to an already storied career.

Canelo and Bud face criticism: Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford, Some promoters and fighters think the winner is decided

During the last few weeks, reports that Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford are discussing a possible fight have been flooding the internet. With each passing day, this dream fight is getting closer and closer to becoming a reality.

While fans are excited for these two best pound-for-pound boxers to face off in the ring, experts have taken a different path. While the prospect of Crawford vs. Canelo is fascinating, many promoters and fighters such as Eddie Hearn, David Benavidez and Demetrius Andradethink the winner is already decided

In a conversation with Fight Hub TV, former unified lightweight champion Mikey Garcia also had a similar perspective. However, he advised Canelo Alvarez to take a different path to redeem his past mistakes.

Canelo and Bud face criticism

The younger brother of veteran trainer Robert Garcia admitted that this fight had the possibility of performing well financially, while speaking to FightHubTv about the possible matchup.

However, he urged the duo to look for different fights in their own weight classes, but “there’s no money in that.” For him, “at that point, it’s more of a big money fight that’s going to generate,” and nothing else. He further added that although Canelo and Bud are going to fill stadiums, “I’m really not a fan of that matchup”. The Oxnard, California, native believes the duo has enough competition in their own weight classes.

On the other hand, Garcia also had a specific career path for the unified super middleweight champion. According to Mikey Garcia, Canelo should rectify his past mistakes and challenge Dmitry Bivol or even Artur Beterbiev. “I’d rather see Canelo go up and fight someone like Beterbiev or Bivol again if he wants to challenge himself. Go up to 175 again and challenge himself against those guys,” and get out of the bubble he has created around himself.

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The four-division champion added that if a smaller guy like Crawford moves up to face the Guadalajara native, a win here will only fuel the latter’s illusion. So, “to prove he’s the best, Canelo Alvarez should move up and challenge himself. He wants the same for Terence Crawford, claiming that “he doesn’t need to move up to fight Canelo, he could just fight other guys at 154 pounds”.