Will Crawford inactivity play a part?published at 05:32 BST
Canelo v Crawford
Kal Sajad
BBC Sport at Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas
Terence Crawford’s CV is a masterpiece: Ricky Burns in 2014, cleaning out light-welterweight and welterweight, destroying Errol Spence Jr in 2023. Four weight classes, two undisputed reigns, Hall of Fame credentials already locked in.
But he’s not the global face of boxing like Alvarez. Maybe that’s because his divisions lacked superstar rivals. Maybe it’s because he doesn’t seek the spotlight.
Still, there’s a question tonight over ring rust. He’s fought just once since July 2023. His fight against Israil Madrimov last year was tough. Can he flick the switch back to elite level against the sport’s biggest attraction?
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