Overview
- Mexican broadcaster TV Azteca reports Alvarez told them a Crawford rematch is his top boxing goal and that discussions have begun.
- Bloody Elbow says Alvarez is targeting the second quarter of 2026 for the sequel and that Crawford has been responsive to exploratory talks.
- Crawford has not announced his next fight and has floated retirement or a jump to 160 pounds, with Janibek Alimkhanuly mentioned as a possible opponent.
- The first Alvarez–Crawford contract reportedly did not include a rematch clause, so any sequel requires a fresh agreement.
- Alvarez’s elbow surgery and his remaining commitments linked to Turki Alalshikh could influence the timing and venue for a potential second bout.