Terence Crawford made a milestone in one of the historic nights in modern boxing. Actually, the American Superstar shocked Mexican icon Saul “Canelo” Alvarez to claim the undisputed super middleweight champion at Allegiant Stadium on Saturday. However, the victory of Crawford silenced critics and etched his name in the record book as the first male fighter in the four-belt era to become undisputed champion in three different weight divisions.
Terence Crawford Historic Feat
Crawford, 37, moved up two weight divisions to face Alvarez, who weighed in for a career-high 167.5 pounds. Moreover, he is popular for his speed and tactical brilliance. However, Crawford made Alvarez frustrated through pinpoint jabs and rapid combinations, particularly in the later rounds. Thus, judges Steve Weisfeld (116-112), Tim Cheatham, and Max DeLuca (both 115-113) all scored in Crawford’s favor. So, it extends his flawless record to 42-0 with 31 knockouts.
The Omaha-born fighter has now secured disputed titles at junior welterweight, welterweight, and super middleweight. However, it is a feat unmatched in the history of sports. Previously, Crawford captured the WBA junior middleweight title in 2024 by defeating Israil Madrimov before targeting Alvarez in a much-anticipated clash.
Canelo’s Tough Night
On the other hand, Alvarez, 35, entered the ring as the favorite with a legendary 63-3-2 record and four-division world titles to his name. Although he has the electrifying atmosphere of 70,482 and a grand mariachi-led entrance, Canelo struggles to break through Crawford’s defense. Thus, his defeat snapped a six-fight winning streak. In addition, it was adding to earlier defeats against Floyd Mayweather (2013) and Dmitry Bivol (2022).
Why This Matters for Boxing Fans in the UAE
Boxing has a rapidly growing fanbase across the UAE. In addition, Dubai and Abu Dhabi frequently host the high-profile clash. So, Crawford’s win resonates strongly in the region, where sports fans admire resilience, tactical mastery, and records that redefine global boxing standards. Moreover, his achievement strengthens his status as the world champion and a once-in-a-generation athlete.
What’s Next?
Alvarez might look for revenge in the potential rematch. However, the victory of Terence Crawford pushes him into the conversation as one of the greatest pound-for-pound boxers of all time. Moreover, this bout serves as a reminder of how boxing continues to deliver drama, history, and global sporting excellence.
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