Terence Crawford’s Next Hurdles Include Potential Showdown with Canelo

Terence Crawford and Israil Madrimov duked it out for the WBA 154-pound title at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles on August 3. Crawford came out on top with a close unanimous decision victory, snagging the WBA junior middleweight title and securing his fourth divisional title. The bout highlighted Madrimov’s controlled style and skills, giving Crawford a tough challenge. Now, the focus shifts to Crawford’s future opponents, with talks swirling around a potential big fight with Canelo Alvarez. Despite discussions still in progress, Crawford is willing to face Alvarez down the line. The battle with Madrimov underlined Crawford’s position as a top player in the 154-pound division, setting the stage for possible matches with other noteworthy fighters in the same weight category.