The world of boxing is no stranger to rivalries. From Ali vs Frazier to Mayweather vs Pacquiao, these matchups have captured the hearts and minds of fans all over the world. And now, another rivalry is starting to heat up – the one between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford.
The two boxing superstars came face-to-face for the first time at their press conference in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, officially launching what could go down as one of the biggest fights in boxing history. As the duo traded jabs and exchanged words, the tension and excitement in the air were palpable. The anticipation for this fight has reached a fever pitch, and fans can’t wait to see these two warriors step into the ring.
Canelo, the reigning WBA and WBC super-middleweight champion, and Crawford, the undefeated WBO welterweight champion, are two of the best pound-for-pound fighters in the world. And with both men in their prime, this fight has all the ingredients for an epic showdown.
But it’s not just the fans who are getting excited about this matchup. Canelo’s former promoter-turned-critic, Oscar De La Hoya, has also weighed in on the rivalry. In a recent interview, De La Hoya shared his thoughts on the potential fight between Canelo and Crawford, and he had some interesting things to say.
De La Hoya, who has been feuding with Canelo since their split in 2018, seems to be rooting for Crawford in this matchup. He believes that Canelo is avoiding tough challenges and handpicking his opponents, while Crawford is willing to take on anyone and everyone.
But Canelo has fired back at De La Hoya’s comments, stating that he is not afraid to fight anyone and that he will prove it by taking on Crawford. In fact, Canelo has even revealed his intentions to fight Crawford in the near future, much to the delight of boxing fans.
And it’s not just Canelo who is eyeing this matchup. Turki Alalshikh, the chairman of the General Sports Authority of Saudi Arabia, has also expressed his interest in hosting the fight in the Kingdom. With Saudi Arabia’s growing interest in sports and their successful hosting of major events like the Anthony Joshua vs Andy Ruiz Jr rematch, it’s no surprise that they want to be a part of this historic fight.
But the question remains – why is this fight between Canelo and Crawford so highly anticipated? What makes it so special?
For one, both fighters have been dominant in their respective weight classes. Canelo has only lost once in his professional career, and that was to the undefeated Floyd Mayweather Jr. He has since gone on to win multiple world titles in four different weight classes and has established himself as one of the sport’s biggest names.
On the other hand, Crawford has a perfect record of 36 wins and no losses. He has also won titles in three different weight divisions and is considered by many as one of the best pound-for-pound fighters in the world. His skill, speed, and power inside the ring make him a formidable opponent for anyone.
But it’s not just their achievements that make this fight so intriguing. It’s the clash of styles, the clash of personalities, and the clash of two of the best boxers in the world. Canelo is known for his aggressive style and power punches, while Crawford is a master of defense and has a deadly counter-punching ability. It’s a classic matchup between a bull and a matador, and fans can’t wait to see who will come out on top.
In addition, this fight has the potential to break records and generate huge pay-per-view numbers. With both fighters having a massive fan base and the added intrigue of two boxing superstars facing off, this could be one of the biggest fights in recent history.
As the rivalry between Canelo and Crawford continues to heat up, one thing is for sure – this fight has all the makings of a classic. The anticipation and excitement among fans are at an all-time high, and the boxing world can’t wait to see these two warriors go head-to-head in the ring. And as for Canelo’s former promoter, Oscar De La Hoya, he can only watch from the sidelines as his former protégé continues to make waves in the sport.
In the end, it doesn’t matter who comes
