Overview

• Trainer Brian ‘BoMac’ McIntyre says Terence Crawford plans to rest with family and then get back in the gym, indicating he intends to fight again.
• Team Crawford has ruled out an immediate bout with David Benavidez and dismissed dropping back down for Jaron ‘Boots’ Ennis.
• Ilia Topuria escalated his challenge by posting a clip disputing Crawford’s claim he hadn’t seen him fight, even as Dana White said he hopes such a crossover won’t happen.
• Close friend Shakur Stevenson urged Crawford to retire on a high note, highlighting internal debate over the 37-year-old champion’s future.
• Netflix reported more than 41 million viewers for Crawford–Álvarez and media elevated Crawford to pound‑for‑pound No. 1, reinforcing his leverage for any next fight.