Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford: A Legacy-Defining Superfight
Two of boxing’s most dominant forces will collide under the bright lights of Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Saturday, September 13. This isn’t just about titles, rankings, or records — it’s a clash that could reshape boxing history.
Canelo Alvarez (63-2-2, 39 KOs), the undisputed super middleweight champion, will put all four of his belts (WBC, WBA, WBO, IBF) on the line against Terence “Bud” Crawford (41-0, 31 KOs), the undefeated four-division king daring to leap to 168 pounds.
This is more than a fight. It’s history in motion.
Canelo’s Relentless Reign
At 35, Canelo enters on a six-fight win streak, most recently defeating William Scull in May. But that bout was far from memorable. Scull danced and jabbed his way to survival, producing the lowest punch output ever recorded in a 12-round fight in CompuBox’s 40-year history — just 445 punches combined.
Frustrated, Canelo made his intentions clear:
“I don’t like to fight those kinds of guys. They came to just survive to the final round… It won’t be that kind of fight [against Crawford].”
Now he faces a polar opposite — a finisher who thrives on pressure and has never been beaten.
Crawford’s Bid for Immortality
Crawford, 37, hasn’t fought since dismantling Israil Madrimov in August 2024 to win the WBA junior middleweight crown. But if there’s one thing “Bud” has proven, it’s that he delivers when the lights shine brightest.
“However I got to fight, I’m going to win. I’m not going to let someone else tell me how to fight when I’ve been doing that my whole life. I won’t be running. But I will be doing a lot of touching.”
Victory would make Crawford the first male fighter ever to become undisputed in three weight divisions — a feat that would cement his place among the greatest of all time.
The Knockout Factor
Adding to the intrigue, Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh confirmed a knockout bonus will be on the line:
“We will not have [Tom & Jerry fights] anymore… In this fight and our next fights, there will be a bonus for a KO.”
For two fighters already known for their finishing instincts, the incentive ensures fans won’t see another cautious chess match like Canelo vs. Scull.
When and Where to Watch
- Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025
- Coverage: 3:30 p.m. ET
- Main Card: 8 p.m. ET
- Main Event Ring Walks: 11 p.m. ET
- Platform: Streaming live on Netflix
What’s at Stake
For Canelo, this is about legacy — defending his throne at 168 and adding another Hall of Fame name to his record. For Crawford, it’s a once-in-a-lifetime shot to rewrite boxing history.
Canelo’s message is simple:
“He’s not going to beat me. Don’t worry about it… I’m a winner.”
But Crawford is equally defiant:
“For sure those belts are coming home with me. I’m taking them, and ain’t nothing you can do about it come fight night.”
Final Thoughts
This isn’t just another title fight. It’s the ultimate crossover of eras, styles, and legacies — the kind of super fight boxing fans dream about.
On September 13, the world will get its answer:
- Will Canelo Alvarez remain the king of super middleweight?
- Or will Terence Crawford shock the world and etch his name into history as the first three-division undisputed champion?
One thing is certain: this won’t be a “Tom & Jerry” fight.
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