A Canelo and Crawford fight has been long in the making. Canelo set the boxing world alight with his incredible head movement that went viral online. Crawford is a devastating fighter with an impressive record. Negotiations for a fight started way back in 2023. Nothing materialized as in 2024, but now we have confirmation that the pair will face off in a match streamed on Netflix in September. Who will walk away as the winner in one of the most hyped matchups in recent memory? We can only speculate, along with everyone else at this point.
We are about to witness history in the making in September
Yes, we know the cliché of a “history-making fight”. Every fight has some pressure and expectations attached to it. Canelo is the latest in a long line of Mexican boxers who have brought success to the nation. Crawford, on the other hand, will need to gain some weight to meet the weight class requirements. So some gym sessions and dietary changes are on the cards for Crawford. He is two weight classes below Canelo and will need to do some serious weight gains to make the cut.
The stakes are high, social media is buzzing, and everything is being put in place—bookings, flights, leaves, and anything just to sit on the seat and watch two of the most influential boxer players take charge. By now, I am sure you have heard about it multiple times. Rest assured, history will be made. The players? They seem to be ready and geared up.
The fight will break boundaries in the boxing world and transcend both fighters
Both boxers are the best in their individuality and differences. They have both had good career paths and built a reputation for themselves. They have proven time and time again that they are just good at what they do. So, we are looking at Canelo, a good fighter, and Crawford, a good fighter—good fighters both coming together in the weight classes and just making a global sensation.
Why it matters more than titles
- Crawford is advancing two weight classes for this matchup.
- At 168 pounds, Canelo is still the lineal champion.
- Both are not merely prizefighters; they are fighters with a legacy.
Canelo is comfortable, while Crawford will take calculated risks
It will be Canelo’s first time fighting at super-middleweight. At this weight, the Mexican legend has defeated opponents like Caleb Plant, Billy Joe Saunders, and Callum Smith. Crawford, meanwhile, has never competed at a weight higher than welterweight. Crawford’s camp seemed assured, though. In previous interviews, Crawford’s head trainer, Brian “BoMac” McIntyre, has stated that he is inherently strong and can adjust to larger opponents.
Boxing’s future is slowly being altered, in a good way. We can see how players are growing and featuring on big platforms, and pushing their legacies by the day. While we were all afraid that there would be no venue for the upcoming match in September, luckily, they found one. This is a guarantee that Canelo and Crawford will bring a show. Who is going? Are you excited?
Two monarchs. One ring, and an undercard that, by itself, could steal the show. Whether you’re tuning in for the delicacy of Crawford, the body-blasting shots of Canelo, or the developing power of Jared Anderson, September 13 is not a date to overlook. This card isn’t simply laden with features like weight leaps and pride battles. It has layers. Additionally, it may be 2025’s most significant boxing night. While you are waiting for September to arrive, you can watch a neutral match between Jake Paul and Chavez; the fight is coming up without a clear favorite.
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