Terence Crawford names the only fighter in history who could have beaten him
Nobody was able to solve the puzzle on how to beat Terence Crawford.
The American hung up the gloves in December with a perfect 42-0 record, after a stellar career which saw him defeat all comers. Those include the likes of Errol Spence, Shawn Porter, Israil Madrimov and Viktor Postol, as ‘Bud’ went on his way to becoming undisputed at 140lbs and 147lbs, along with further world title reigns at lightweight and super-welterweight.
No doubt the best win of his career came in his final fight though, as Crawford successfully stepped up two weight divisions to dethrone super-middleweight king Canelo Alvarez, becoming the first male fighter in history to be undisputed in three separate divisions in the process. While ‘Bud’ never looked in danger of losing a fight, he has named one man who he thinks would have had what it takes to hand him his first loss.
Posting on social media, Crawford reveals that he thinks he would have found things tough were he to have ever fought Floyd Mayweather.
“I be paying homage to the ones before me but Mayweather the only one I would have had problems with because his mind.”
Just like Crawford, Mayweather retired unbeaten, ending his professional career in 2017 with a perfect 50-0 record.
Court adjourns case against Anthony Joshua’s driver to 25th February
The trial of 46-year-old, Adeniyi Kayode, driver of the Lexus SUV involved in the road accident involving heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Josh and claimed the lives of his two friends has been adjourned to February 25th 2026.
Recall that Kayode was charged to Sagamu Magistrate Court, on the 2nd of January with Magistrate Olufunilayo Somefun presiding. He was charged on a four count charge which includes dangerous driving Causing Death, contrary to Section 5(1) of the Federal Highway Act, Cap F: 135, Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004 (as applicable in Ogun State).
“Reckless and Negligent Driving, contrary to Section 6(1) of the same Act. Driving Without Due Care and Attention, causing bodily harm and damage to property, contrary to Section 7(1) of the Act and driving without a valid national driver’s license, contrary to Section 10(1) of the Federal Highway Act. The case was adjourned after the prosecuting counsel, Richard Nigiwe, informed the court that they had four witnesses, but only three were in attendance.
Richard called for the adjournment of the case to allow the prosecution counsel to duplicate the case tile to the office of the Attorney General of the state through the office of the department of public prosecution for advise and in the interest of justice.
The request was initially rejected by the counsel to the defendant, Abiodun Olalekan, who expressed the readiness to forge ahead with the case. However, giving her ruling on the request for adjournment, the court granted the application and adjourned the case to the 25th of February for further hearing.
Anthony Joshua: Latif’s Father Visits Son’s Graveside Days After Burial, Carries Out 3 Deep Actions
The father of one of Anthony Joshua’s late friends, Latif, visited his son’s graveside days after he was buried alongside his friend, Sina Ghami. Two close associates of the renowned Nigerian-born boxer, Kevin ‘Latif’ Ayodele and Sina lost their lives in the accident that happened on a major road in Ogun State on December 29, 2025.
The car carrying the three men and the driver hit a stationary truck on the road. Joshua sustained minor injuries and was taken to a hospital in a police van, as no ambulance was immediately available at the scene.
The heartbroken father mentioned three actions he carried out at the graveside of his son. He captioned the emotional video: “I went to my Son burial grand yesterday to pay my last respect before I travel back home. I talked to him, I cried and I stayed with him in tears “I said to him My heart is broken, but who am I to question God? The Lord gives, and the Lord takes away. “I went to pay my last respect and to speak with my son on one to one, the final time from a father to his child. And to let him know how much love the world loved him. Plus all the good things he has done, the world thank you for all Yr charitable works done.
“Though I do not understand this pain, but I trust God’s will. Sleep in peace, my dearest son. May your soul rest in the bosom of the Lord until we meet again. You will forever live in my heart as a one nicest son in a million.”
Oleksandr Usyk hit with major demand from boxing personality amid heavyweight title absence
Undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk has been urged to make up his mind on his future as titleholder, in rather quick fashion, too.
Receiving a sizable update on his immediate fighting future earlier this week, unbeaten megastar Oleksandr Usyk was granted an extension by the WBO in his bid to thrash out a deal on his return to the ring.
And ordered to defend his championships against the WBO mandatory number one in his comeback, a niggling back injury has put Usyk’s planned fight with Joseph Parker on the back burner already.
But with his future now somewhat clearer, the Ukrainian star has been issued an ultimatum by a veteran boxing analyst today.
Oleksandr Usyk urged to fight or give up his titles
A former undisputed cruiserweight champion, too, Usyk gave up his belts willingly ahead of a planned heavyweight move back in 2019.
And once more unifying all the heavyweight titles earlier this summer with his stunning knockout of Daniel Dubois in their rematch, Usyk made divisional history once more.
However, with his latest injury setback calling into question his longevity in the division, Usyk has been urged to either take on Parker or unbeaten knockout star Fabio Wardley next — as ordered — or just vacate his crowns.
“Who am I to medically assess Oleksandr Usyk?” Gareth A. Davies told IFL TV. “Listen, I think he’s buying time, that’s my view, to assess the whole scenario [at heavyweight], because he doesn’t wanna get back in there right away.
“If you don’t wanna defend the belts, give them up,” Davies continued. …In deep technical terms, maybe he needs to relinquish a belt.”
If Usyk is to lose his status as heavyweight champion before too long, it would not come as a surprise given the Ukrainian’s recent spat with governing bodies.
Oleksandr Usyk’s previous vacating of IBF crown
First making history last year, Usyk became the first undisputed heavyweight champion in 24 years, following in the footsteps of the iconic Lennox Lewis with his first of two fights with then-WBC champion Tyson Fury.
Defeating the Morecambe native in back-to-back decision victories, Usyk would win and then defend the undisputed heavyweight belts.
However, after his second win over Fury, Usyk vacated his IBF championship, unable to meet the deadline to face the governing body’s mandatory challenger.
Going on to rematch British starlet Dubois earlier this summer after his title victory against common foe Anthony Joshua, Usyk launched a savage knockout to cement himself as undisputed gold holder again.
Canelo Alvarez has revealed the heartwarming reason he left his training camp ahead of one of the biggest fights of his career against Terence Crawford this weekend in defence of his undisputed super middleweight titles.
The Mexican left the gym behind briefly around four weeks ago to welcome his third daughter, Eva Victoria, with his wife Fernanda Gomez. Canelo admitted that attending the birth reminded him of why he fights and gave him extra motivation for Saturday’s fight.
Alvarez told the Daily Mail: “I left training to be at the birth of my daughter. I received my daughter, and everything was amazing.
“It was so beautiful. But then I had to go back to my training camp. It was incredibly hard to be away from them.
“Especially when she had just arrived, but it made me feel motivated. I do everything for them. I will win this fight for them.”
This is Canelo’s fifth child – and his second with his wife of four years, Gomez.
His three other children – Emily Cinnamon, who arrived when the Mexican was just 17, Mia Ener, and Saul Adiel were all born to different mothers.
He will be hoping this added motivation will help him get over the line and beat the hungry challenger Crawford, who is vying to become a three-time undisputed champion and five-weight champion.
After being forced to vacate the IBF title, he reclaimed his undisputed super-middleweight championships in his last fight against William Scull, who had held the belt, before being comfortably outpointed by Canelo, who looked frustrated by Scull’s cat-and-mouse antics.
Crawford will be a different proposition; he is a fighter who does not fear exchanging and holds power in his hands with 31 knockouts in 41 wins, as well as an acute boxing intelligence, the likes of which is rarely seen.
If Canelo can defeat Crawford, his name will rise further through the ranks of the greatest fighters of all time.
‘He’ll be a Human Punch Bag’ – Sad Truth About Mike Tyson Fighting Floyd Mayweather
The announcement that Mike Tyson will face off against Floyd Mayweather in an exhibition match next year and sparked huge reaction on social media and now, one of Money’s former opponents has offered his verdict on the fight and on Iron Mike’s chances against the undefeated icon.
The last few years have seen a number of boxing greats briefly come out of retirement to compete in exhibition bouts against celebrities, combat sports athletes or other former boxers. The likes of Roy Jones Jr and Evander Holyfield have both stepped back into the ring in recent years. As have Mayweather and Tyson. The former came out of retirement to take on Logan Paul, Deji Olatunji and Aaron Chalmers among others in exhibition bouts, while the latter lost to Jake Paul in an official boxing match.
Now, they’re set to face each other and what would have been considered a dream match with both men being two of the greatest boxers ever, but with Tyson closing in on his 60th birthday, it’s safe to say his best days are long behind him and one of Mayweather’s former opponents is worried about Iron Mike’s chances and his health.
Ricky Hatton is Concerned For Tyson
During Mayweather’s prime, in the middle of his dominance across boxing, he faced off against Ricky Hatton. The Brit was also undefeated at the time, with an incredible 43-0 record heading into their bout in 2007. He was no match for Money, though, and experienced his greatness firsthand via a 10th round TKO loss. As a result, he knows exactly what Money can do and he’s worried about Tyson following the announcement of their match next year.
Shortly before the 59-year-old’s loss to Jake Paul, his health was brought under the spotlight when it was reported that he’d almost died just months earlier due to an ulcer flare-up onboard a plane. As a result, Hatton has slammed those around Tyson who are allowing him to get into the ring with someone like Mayweather and he thinks the former heavyweight champion will merely be a punching bag for his opponent.
“In normal circumstances, given the size difference, you would probably be more worried about Floyd’s well-being, but I think the opposite. I don’t think Mike will get near him and he’ll be a human punching bag to be honest. Mike’s approaching sixty, and you saw from his last fight that he’s well and truly past it. I think Mike could really end up getting hurt. I’m not sure I even believe it yet, to be honest, but it would be bad for boxing if it is allowed.
“There’s no winner. If Mike somehow hits Floyd and flattens him, then people will say ‘Look at the size difference, it shouldn’t have been allowed’. But if Floyd goes in there and boxes his head off and uses him as a punching bag then people will say ‘We knew that was going to happen.’ So there’s no positives to come out of it except a lot of dough, which clearly is the only thing people are thinking about.”
The contest is set to take place sometime in Spring 2026 with the location and venue yet to be disclosed.
While ‘Bud’ is smaller, many believe the underdog has a chance of defeating the Mexican. Even Canelo admits there is something about Crawford that worries him.
However, one former world champion believes the undefeated fighter is going into the contest with a relatively thin record.
Paulie Malignaggi slates two of Terence Crawford’s best wins
Paulie Malignaggi has criticized Terence Crawford’s level of opposition.
‘The Magic Man’ believes two of his countryman’s best opponents were far past their best when the fights took place.
In an episode of Boxing Scene Today, Malignaggi said: “When Crawford got Amir Khan and Kell Brook, they were a shell of what they were before.
“It looked good on the resume, but they weren’t those guys.”
Terence Crawford poses one serious problem to Canelo Alvarez, according to a legend
Canelo is undeniably the favorite going into the fight this weekend.
However, with such a tremendous skill set, a four-weight world champion won’t write Crawford off.
Terence Crawford returns to the ring this weekend for the first time in over a year, stepping up to super middleweight to face undisputed champion Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez.
Doubts have already been raised over Crawford’s chances as he prepares to jump up two weight classes after just one fight at super welterweight, but inactivity is another factor that may work against ‘Bud’.
Since 2019 Crawford has fought just once a year, and his contest against Canelo will be the third consecutive fight to be staged at a different weight class.
Can Crawford shake off the ring rust to emerge victorious this Saturday?
Terence Crawford’s rusty performance against Israil Madrimov
Our most recent look at Crawford was his narrow unanimous decision win over Israil Madrimov, the previously undefeated Uzbekistani, last August. Only 11 fights into his professional career, but with over 300 fights as an amateur, Madrimov more than gave ‘Bud’ a fight.
In fact, he was the first man to take Crawford 12 rounds since 2016, with the American edging the score cards 116-112, 115-113, and 115-113.
Crawford’s performance against Madrimov also raised the question of how he coped with the additional weight, with some critics claiming he looked slower carrying another 7lbs.
His lack of activity, the additional weight, and the slowing down that age forces upon us all are road blocks to Crawford’s potential success against Canelo and he will have to perform better than he did against Madrimov to get his hand raised this weekend.
Canelo’s own activity outpaces Terence Crawford
Known as ‘the face of boxing’, Canelo Alvarez has settled into the rhythm of fighting close to Cinco de Mayo in the spring, before returning to action in September, close to Mexican Independence Day.
Whilst boxing around those major public holidays certainly helps commercially, it may also give Canelo a boost when it comes to ring-readiness. Since 2021 Canelo has been fighting at least twice a year, an average that continues back to 2012.
Crawford’s own inactivity may not be costly on a personal level – he could find that he performs better with longer to rest and prepare between fights. However, the younger Canelo may find advantage by being in a better rhythm.
Could a lack of a tune-up and Terence Crawford’s age prove costly?
Much of the discussion around Crawford’s chances centre on currently unknown variables. A tune-up fight would have enabled Crawford to gather information ahead of the Canelo contest, getting some rounds in, whilst also boosting his experience of fighting slightly heavier.
Of course, if Crawford produced a safe-yet-lacklustre performance against a smaller name, that same criticism would persist.
Just two weeks after his fight with Canelo, Crawford will turn 38. Over two decades of boxing will take its toll, and he no longer has to struggle with cutting weight due to being able to put on another 14lbs to fight at super middleweight, Crawford’s powers of recovery may not be what they used to be.
Crawford’s inactivity may in fact be the best approach to get as much out of his career as possible; rather than burning out quicker, ‘Bud’ will hope to increase his chances of winning fights.
Roach Jr. Rivalry Still Burns Hot: Gervonta Davis Brushes Off Jake Paul Hype – Roach Jr. Rematch Still a Damn Mess
The announcement of the fight between Gervonta Davis and Jake Paul this November in Atlanta shook the boxing world, but it also highlighted an unresolved issue: the long-awaited rematch between Davis and Lamont Roach Jr.. While the matchup against the YouTuber-turned-boxer dominates headlines, within Davis’ camp there’s still the lingering sense that “Tank” hasn’t closed a crucial chapter in his career.
Unfinished Business in Davis’ Career
The first fight between Davis and Roach Jr., held in March, ended in a controversial draw that left fans unconvinced. Since then, it was widely expected that the two would meet again in the ring this year — but the confirmation of the Davis vs. Jake Paul fight changed the script.
Even Paul himself admitted months ago that Davis’ rematch with Roach should happen before he got involved. However, the lucrative offer to face “The Problem Child” ultimately tipped the scales.
Still, trainer Barry Hunter made it clear in an interview with Fight Hype that the sequel to Davis vs. Roach is not off the table: “That’s unfinished business. There wasn’t a winner in the first fight, and the fans deserve to see someone come out on top. I’m convinced that fight will happen after Jake Paul.”
Roach Jr., Between the Rematch and a New Horizon
Meanwhile, Roach Jr. voiced his frustration on social media with a sarcastic message and four duck emojis, widely interpreted as a direct jab at Davis for “ducking” him. Despite his annoyance, his camp understands that the fighter must stay active and not rely solely on Tank.
In fact, Roach Jr. has already set his sights on a potential showdown with Shakur Stevenson, the current WBC lightweight champion — a fight he sees as an opportunity to cement his career in a second weight class. “The best fight for me and for the division is facing Shakur,” he stated. The message quickly earned Stevenson’s approval online.
With these developments, the super featherweight and lightweight divisions are heating up. On one side, fans are clamoring for Davis vs. Roach Jr. II, while the possibility of a Roach vs. Stevenson clash is also gaining momentum. One thing is certain: beyond the media spectacle with Jake Paul, the real sporting intrigue lies in the unfinished business Davis has with his elite-level rivals.
Fury Declares: “Not Every Man Is Built To Be Undefeated Only The Special Ones” – Tyson Fury
To be a fighter, you have to have a little screw loose,” Tyson Fury says calmly in a chaotic room in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where he will soon step back into the ring. His entourage are kicking up a racket but Fury is much more reflective. “Who on earth would want to go and fight against a highly trained athlete, time and time again? You have to be a little bit touched to want to do that.”
On Saturday night, Fury faces Francis Ngannou in a bout which could be the sporting definition of absurdity. Fury is the WBC world heavyweight champion and an indisputably great boxer. Ngannou, in contrast, has never boxed professionally even though he was a dangerous force in mixed martial arts as the former UFC heavyweight champion. So much money has been pumped into this dubious venture that Fury and Ngannou could be lauded as supreme businessmen were it not for the deeply troubling nature of boxing’s sudden veneration for Saudi Arabia.
“My oldest brother, John Boy,” Fury continues, “said to me yesterday: ‘You’re more at home in that ring than your front room. Why is that?’”
Fury wears wildly patterned green trousers and a fawn-coloured waistcoat. He is shirtless and he pushes back his green cap as he tries to explain his strange obsession. “I just love everything that comes with this game. From a little boy to being a world champion, it’s always intrigued me. I don’t think there’s anything else where you can get all these emotions in one night. Happiness, sadness, fear, nerves, excitement. Going in there on Saturday night will be, for me, as daunting as going up against Deontay Wilder.”
His epic trilogy with Wilder saw him draw their first fight and win the two other bouts with brutal stoppages. But Fury was knocked down heavily four times across the three fights and, as he says now, “I give every man that gets in that ring 100% respect. But this is my time to shine, my time in the sun, my moment of being heavyweight champion of the world.”
I remind Fury of how, after the third Wilder fight, he leaned over the ropes and wept from the consuming and savage drama of it all. “There are two different types of fighters on this planet,” the 6ft 9in giant says quietly. “One is a man who has a go and he loses, gets chinned again. But there’s a special type that doesn’t know the meaning of losing or saying: ‘That’s enough.’”
