Terence Crawford Eyes Canelo Álvarez Despite Weight Class Challenge
Boxing experts Teddy Atlas and Timothy Bradley back Crawford's potential move, while Roy Jones Jr. suggests Gervonta Davis as another challenging opponent.
- Terence Crawford, after his historic victory over Errol Spence Jr., has expressed interest in fighting Canelo Álvarez, despite the significant weight class difference.
- Teddy Atlas, renowned boxing trainer, believes Crawford's mental prowess and unique gifts set him apart, and that he could handle the challenge of moving up weight classes to face Álvarez.
- Former world champion Timothy Bradley also supports the potential matchup, arguing that if Crawford can maintain his composure and avoid big shots, he could out-box Álvarez.
- Roy Jones Jr. ranks Crawford as a better boxer than Errol Spence Jr., citing his ability to make strategic adjustments during fights.
- Jones Jr. also suggests Gervonta Davis as a potential challenging opponent for Crawford, due to Davis's high IQ and explosiveness.