Canelo Alvarez Set to Show Terence Crawford Who the True Boxing King Is

Canelo Alvarez is poised to demonstrate his dominance over Terence Crawford in their upcoming bout, reaffirming his status as one of boxing's all-time greats. While Crawford is an elite technician, the matchup presents significant challenges for him, given the weight disparity and the experience gap. Crawford is stepping up from welterweight (147 lbs) to super middleweight (168 lbs) to challenge Canelo—fighting on Canelo's home turf without catchweights or restrictions. This 21-pound increase pits him against a seasoned champion who has successfully competed across multiple weight classes, including junior middleweight through light heavyweight, with a reputation for resilience and an unbreakable chin. Canelo’s fighting style—focused on methodical pressure, body punching, and cutting off the ring—poses a tough test for Crawford, who prefers to adapt, switch stances, and outscore opponents with explosive timing. However, against a relentless power puncher like Canelo, this strategy may be less effective; Canelo’s body shots and pressure could halt Crawford’s movement, forcing him into a more defensive posture. Critics often cite Canelo’s loss to Bivol or his earlier fights agains...