Author: Sean Close
No one was eagerly awaiting a rematch between Terrence Crawford and Errol Spence. After years of anticipation and their encounter last summer, Crawford dominated Spence so convincingly that a rematch seemed unnecessary. Despite a rematch clause in their contract, Spence decided against pursuing it, allowing the clause to expire. Consequently, Terrence Crawford is now a free agent, released from any obligation to fight Spence or others.
Now a free agent after competing under the PBC banner, the question arises about Crawford’s next move. One possibility is a move up in weight to face Tim Tzu at junior middleweight, contingent on Tzu’s performance against Keith Thurman in their upcoming bout. Alternatively, should Thurman emerge victorious, the WBO may designate Crawford as a mandatory challenger.
Interestingly, Canelo Alvarez has reportedly parted ways with PBC. Speculation about a potential matchup between Alvarez and Crawford has been circulating, presenting a unique superfight. Crawford, a former welterweight, and Alvarez, the undisputed super middleweight champion, face a significant size difference that may make a bout challenging. Despite Crawford’s interest in the matchup, Alvarez has shown reluctance to face him publicly.
Having finally conquered his long-standing rival in Spence, the 36-year-old Crawford aims to conclude his career with high-profile matches. However, securing notable opponents proves challenging. While potential foes like Tszyu and rising welterweight contender Jaron Ennis exist, the attention garnered may not match that of a clash with Canelo. Hopefully, Crawford can secure such a fight before his illustrious career concludes.
