As boxing fans gear up for one of the biggest matchups of the year, Terence Crawford is stepping into the ring against Canelo Alvarez with confidence, determination, and a clear vision for legacy. Speaking to Stephen A. Smith ahead of Saturday night’s fight on Netflix, Crawford shared his mindset and what fans can expect from the showdown.
“This is the fight I wanted for years,” Crawford said. “I’m feeling great. I’m ready to go out there and make history.” The undefeated four-division champion, now 41-0 with 31 KOs, is moving up two weight classes to take on Canelo, a challenge he eagerly embraced. “We’re the two best fighters of our era. Why not challenge myself with the likes of Canelo? Big risk, big reward.”
Crawford emphasized his approach is simple: be himself. “I just go out there and have fun like I always do. Be Terence Crawford. That’s it,” he told Smith. He dismissed outside opinions on strategy, insisting that only he knows how the fight will unfold inside the ring. “They’re not in the ring fighting. I’m the one in the ring. I’m going to do whatever I got to do to get the job done.”
When asked if fans might see him exchange blows with the bigger, seasoned champion, Crawford remained confident but cryptic. “Just watch the fight,” he said. “He bleeds like I bleed. People think Canelo can’t be hurt — he’s human, just like me. He’s got things to worry about, just like I do.”
Crawford also addressed the stakes of the fight beyond the ring. “If I win this Saturday, everybody will have no choice but to respect me and call me one of the greatest ever,” he said. He acknowledged the risk of moving up in weight, noting that there were no rehydration clauses or catchweights — making the victory even more meaningful.
Despite Canelo’s reputation as a nearly invincible force, Crawford’s focus is on his own skills and preparation. “I don’t need to see anything in him. I see it all in me. My belief is what’s going to take me to the top.”
Asked if this fight could mark the end of his career, Crawford remained measured: “We take one fight at a time. This is the fight we at. After this, we’ll see where we’re at.” He made it clear that victory is the ultimate goal, whether by decision or knockout, and nothing else will suffice.
“This isn’t about bad blood,” Crawford said regarding his relationship with Canelo. “It’s all business. He’s got something I want, and I’m coming to get it.”
With a combination of confidence, focus, and the promise of a spectacular performance, Crawford is positioning himself for a night that could define his career — and boxing history.
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