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Crawford Vacates WBA 154-Pound Title as Abass Baraou Is Elevated to Champion

The move follows his win over Canelo Álvarez at 168 pounds, formalizing his shift to super middleweight.

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Terence Crawford con los brazos en alto.

Overview

  • The World Boxing Association announced over the weekend that Terence Crawford voluntarily relinquished its super welterweight title.
  • Crawford captured the 154-pound belt in 2024 by defeating Israil Madrimov before receiving WBA permission to move up to face Álvarez.
  • Germany’s Abass Baraou, previously the interim titlist at 154 pounds, has been recognized as the full WBA champion.
  • The WBA said it will determine Baraou’s next title defense in accordance with its regulations.
  • Crawford remains the undisputed champion at 168 pounds after defeating Álvarez and is concentrating his campaign in that division.