The renowned boxing analyst Tim Bradley has some concerns about Terence Crawford’s ability to appeal to a broader audience despite his victory over Errol Spence a year ago. Bradley criticizes Crawford for taking a 13-month break before returning to the ring, which might have affected the ticket sales for his upcoming bout against WBA junior middleweight champion Israil Madrimov. Bradley also notes that Crawford’s lack of charm, irregular fight schedule, and selection of Southern California as the venue instead of Las Vegas could be reasons for the ticket sales impact.
Bradley highlights that Crawford’s approach of not fighting full-time, poor promotional efforts, and fighting style similar to Floyd Mayweather’s may be some of the reasons why he hasn’t become a big star in the sport. Bradley questions the choice of Madrimov as an opponent, noting that he may not be familiar to casual fans.
Despite Crawford’s undeniable skill, Bradley thinks that his inconsistency in staying active and maximizing his wins might hinder his chances of reaching superstardom. Bradley mentions that unfamiliarity with the opponent and the venue selection in California could be affecting ticket sales negatively. He suggests that hosting the fight in Las Vegas could have been more beneficial due to financial advantages and increased entertainment options for fans.
Ultimately, Bradley casts doubts on Crawford’s potential to become a cross-genre star and indicates that his fighting style may not align with the preferences of modern boxing enthusiasts who favor more aggressive fighters. However, he acknowledges the uniqueness that the Los Angeles setting may bring to the event, even if it may not lead to a sold-out arena.
