Terence Crawford doesn&#8217;t care what the odds say against Canelo: &#8220;We both have a lot to lose&#8221;

Terence Crawford doesn’t care what the odds say against Canelo: “We both have a lot to lose”

Terence Crawford is not intimidated by the odds that place him as the underdog against Canelo Alvarez, and he assures that both have a lot at stake.

In recent days, bookmakers have placed Canelo Alvarez as the favorite in a possible matchup against Terence Crawford

The difference in weight, experience in higher divisions and the Mexican’s knockout power are factors that influence this perception. However, Crawford is unfazed by the numbers and keeps his confidence intact.

Crawford responds to predictions

In an interview with TMZ Sports, Crawford was clear:

I’ve been fighting bigger guys all my life

Terence Crawford

The undefeated American, with a record of 41-0, says there is no doubt in his mind that he can beat any opponent put in front of him, including Canelo

Of course I will beat him

Terence Crawford

Canelo vs. Crawford: A legacy duel

For Crawford, this fight is not just about money or fame. He considers it a legacy fight, an opportunity to establish himself as one of the best pound-for-pound fighters of all time

It’s the biggest fight that can be made in boxing today

Terence Crawford

For his part, Canelo has avoided making forceful statements about the confrontation, limiting himself to a “no comment” when asked about it.

What’s at stake in Canelo vs. Crawford?

Both fighters have a lot to lose. Canelo, with more than 60 victories and multiple world titles, would risk his status as the face of boxing today. Crawford, on the other hand, would put his unbeaten record and reputation as one of the most technical and complete fighters in the sport on the line. “We both have a lot to lose,” said the American, making it clear that he does not underestimate the challenge.

The factor of size and power in Canelo vs. Crawford

One of the most repeated arguments by analysts is the physical difference between the two. Canelo has fought in higher weight classes and has shown a fearsome punching power. Crawford, however, insists that he is used to facing bigger opponents and that his technical skill and speed can make the difference.

When is the fight between Canelo and Crawford?

The highly anticipated fight between Terence Crawford and Canelo Alvarez already has an official date: it will take place on September 13, 2025. The announcement has generated great excitement among boxing fans, who consider this fight to be one of the most important of the decade. Crawford has expressed his enthusiasm and commitment to offer an unforgettable show

Terence Crawford is not swayed by the predictions or the narrative of being the “underdog”. Confident in his preparation, technique and experience, he is ready to face Canelo Alvarez in what could be one of the most important fights of the decade. Meanwhile, the boxing world is eagerly awaiting this clash of titans to become a reality.

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Claressa Shields Calls Out Laila Ali to Make $15M Fight Happen

Boxing champ Claressa Shields is ready to step into the ring with a legend—and she’s putting $15 million on the table to prove it.

In a video shared by TMZ, Shields spoke directly to Laila Ali, daughter of Muhammad Ali and a retired boxing superstar, challenging her to accept the fight. “Laila, I’m here with my team. We got the $15 million. We got the venue. We got the dates. Now all we need is you,” she said.

Two massive venues—T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas and AT&T Stadium in Dallas—are reportedly interested in hosting the fight, making it one of the biggest potential showdowns in women’s boxing history.

Ali has not responded yet, but fans are buzzing about the possibility of seeing two of the sport’s biggest names go head-to-head.

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Katie Taylor or Claressa Shields: Who is boxing’s real GWOAT?

Claressa Shields will return to the ring on Saturday night when she defends her undisputed heavyweight crown against Lani Daniels.

Shields has won all 16 of her professional fights and has branded herself the GWOAT (Greatest Woman Of All Time) after becoming a dominant force in female boxing.

But is she really the best? Irish icon Katie Taylor may have something to say about that following her victory over Amanda Serrano in their trilogy bout earlier this month.

Both Taylor and Shields have legitimate claims to the throne, so let’s see how they match up against each other across a number of categories to determine who really is the greatest.

Olympics

Taylor and Shields both competed at two Olympic Games in 2012 and 2016.

Taylor had incredible support in London, with her quarter-final against Britain’s Natasha Jonas generating record noise levels. She lived up to her billing as the favourite to claim a gold medal.

Shields was only 17 when she competed in London but was not fazed by the occasion as she stormed to glory in the middleweight division.

Four years later, both women returned to defend their titles. But it all went wrong for Taylor as she was beaten in the quarter-finals and returned home without a medal.

Shields had no such issues as she retained her title to become a two-time middleweight champion.

Overall amateur record

Taylor ruled the amateur scene long before women were given the green light to box at the Olympics in 2012.

She won five World Championship golds alongside six European Championship titles to cement herself as the standard-bearer in women’s amateur boxing.

But Shields also holds a remarkable amateur record after bursting onto the scene as a teenager.

She lost just once in the amateurs to Britain’s Savannah Marshall while picking up 77 wins, as she claimed two World Championship gold medals before turning professional.

Professional record

There is very little to split Taylor and Shields in the professional ranks. Shields is yet to taste defeat, while Taylor has lost just once in 26 bouts.

That solitary defeat came against Chantelle Cameron in May 2023. However, Taylor immediately activated her rematch clause and got her revenge to set the record straight.

Both women have become extremely tough to beat, with Taylor relying on her work rate and classy combinations, whereas Shields uses her speed to pick her opponents apart.

Dominant wins

Shields has made light work of her opponents throughout her time as a professional.

Thirteen of her 16 fights have gone the distance, but all of her decision victories have been unanimous.

The same has not been the case for Taylor. While the early stages of her career went smoothly, she was then pushed to her limit by Belgium’s Delfine Persoon on the undercard of Anthony Joshua’s shock defeat by Andy Ruiz Jr in 2019.

Taylor got the nod via majority decision but a number of ringside observers felt Persoon should have got her hand raised.

Since then, Taylor has had two close fights with Chantelle Cameron and three against Amanda Serrano.

She was declared the winner in four of those five contests, but on another day, some of those decisions could have gone against her.

Undisputed status

Taylor is a two-division world champion and has held undisputed status in both weight classes.

But she cannot keep up with Shields in this category. The American superstar has held titles in five weight categories, and been the undisputed champion at light-middleweight, middleweight and heavyweight.

Shields’ ability to move up and down the divisions proves she is a special talent and that her skillset has translated across against bigger and smaller opponents.

It also leaves her flexible with regards to future moves as she is capable of switching back down from heavyweight to show she is still the best in lighter weight classes.

Level of opposition

This is where Taylor certainly has the edge. The strength in depth in women’s boxing in the lower weight divisions is significantly better than the higher weight classes, which goes some way to explaining why Taylor has not had things all her own way.

Shields’ victory over Savannah Marshall in 2022 – which avenged her loss from a decade earlier – is widely seen as her best professional win.

But she has also claimed a number of victories over little-known opponents during her rise.

Meanwhile, Taylor has taken on the likes of Amanda Serrano, Chantelle Cameron, Natasha Jonas and Delfine Persoon, and still managed to come out on top on all but one occasion.

Time after time, Taylor has taken on the toughest challenges to prove her greatness. To her credit, Shields has tried to do the same, but the level of competition is not comparable.

Final verdict

Shields leads the way in most categories, highlighting how she has a strong claim to being the greatest female fighter ever.

She is also still only 30 and could have many years ahead of her to further enhance her legacy.

Meanwhile, Taylor is coming towards the end of her legendary career having turned 39 earlier this month.

She hinted at retirement after her last win over Amanda Serrano and nobody would begrudge her walking away as she has nothing left to prove.

For now, it is Shields who warrants being regarded as the GWOAT, but there is no doubting that Taylor is also an all-time great whose legacy will live on forever.

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Derek Chisora gives one reason why he would fight Anthony Joshua in surprise U-turn

Derek Chisora has revealed he would be open to fighting Anthony Joshua, despite their friendship.

Joshua has shared a friendship with Chisora for several years, with the pair plying their trade alongside each other in the heavyweight division.

Both men share a history at Finchley ABC Boxing Club, they have sparred several times over their careers.

The 41-year-old is also a part of Joshua’s management company, 258 MGT, further emphasising their connection.

Chisora had always said that he wouldn’t fight him due to their close relationship, but he placed him on his potential hit-list after beating Otto Wallin in February 2025.

With speculation growing around who he will fight next, Chisora was asked on talkSPORT’s White & Jordan if he would go head-to-head with Dubois.

He responded: “I am a warrior, I’ll fight anybody.”

And then surprisingly, ‘WAR’ explained that he would get into the ring with any heavyweight opponent regardless of if they a friend of his, like Joshua or not.

He said: “We are in the business of fighting, we are in the business of entertainment. If I have to fight Daniel [Dubois], then I will fight Daniel.

“If I have to fight my brother AJ, then I will fight AJ. Do you understand? We are in the entertainment business.”

Joshua himself has yet to indicate if he would be open to facing Chisora.

AJ has yet to make his comeback having lost to Daniel Dubois in September.

Having had elbow surgery, he is now expected to return before the end of the year, but an opponent has yet to be decided.

What’s next for Derek Chisora?

41-year-old Chisora is now one bout off the 50-fight mark and potentially his retirement.

In Chisora’s most recent outing to the ring, he sustained a nightmare cut against Otto Wallin.

Despite the injury he went on to win the bout via unanimous decision, marking his third win since losing to Tyson Fury in 2022.

Following the decision, he held up pictures of three opponents that he would want for his next fight: Daniel Dubois, Oleksandr Usyk and Joshua.

Over the weekend, Chisora watched on from the crowd as his old foe Usyk defeated Dubois for the second time.

He is ranked at No.2 with the IBF and could well be in line for a shot at the undisputed belts by Usyk, in what could be a fitting farewell rematch.

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‘I know where Anthony Joshua has gone wrong – nobody will dare tell him’

Anthony Joshua has suffered a fall from grace following his knockout defeat to Daniel Dubois, and one former world champion has raised suspicions around his camp

Former cruiserweight world champion Johnny Nelson believes Anthony Joshua’s days of challenging for the biggest belts in boxing are over. And he has attributed the former world No. 1’s fall from grace to his lack of a support network that will drive him to his best.

It was only three years ago that Joshua, 35, was in contention to unify the heavyweight division before consecutive losses to Oleksandr Usyk. The Olympic gold medal-winner then appeared to be back on the rise after putting together four straight wins, only to suffer a devastating fifth-round knockout defeat to Daniel Dubois last year.

Nelson, who retired in 2006 after going a decade undefeated, believes the boxing world has “seen the best” of Joshua. He at least partially blamed his plummet from the world title spotlight on ‘AJ’ not having the right people in his entourage.

“It’s very hard to have people around you that’ll tell you how it is,” said ‘The Entertainer’ in an interview with Mirror Sport, courtesy of NewBettingSites.uk. “You’re going to have people around you that want to stay in your employment, stay in that circle. So they’re going to tell you stuff that you want to hear.

“They’re not going to tell you, ‘You need to be doing this, you need to get a hand up, you’re getting hit, you’re getting beat up by this guy here. Why are you doing that? Why aren’t you running this time? Why are you going to open that crisp packet when you should be in the gym?'”

Nelson determined: “Nobody on his squad are going to dare tell him that with any conviction. And so now all of a sudden the roles have changed, whereas when you’re hungry, and you need it, they want to drag you up.

“Now he’s the boss. They work for him. And so that’s where the problem is. And I think that along with time, along with age, along with experience, along with appetite, once they get out of kilter [it’s over]. AJ’s in that position.”

There was a palpable sense of regret in AJ’s voice when he witnessed Usyk’s knockout of Dubois at Wembley on Saturday. Promoter Eddie Hearn told his fighter they “should have beaten Dubois,” to which the former world champion replied simply: “I know.”

Joshua’s undefeated career came to an end when he suffered another surprise loss in June 2019, a seventh-round stoppage at the hands of Andy Ruiz. Although he avenged that loss just six months later, it served as another example of the Briton’s oversight.

His two decision defeats to Usyk could hardly be considered lamentable given the Ukrainian’s success since moving up to heavyweight. But the same perhaps can’t be said for his IBF title clash against Dubois, particularly in the form he was in at the time.

However, it’s perhaps pertinent that each of those unexpected losses to Ruiz and Dubois came at points when AJ was enjoying surging highs in his career. The former materialised when Joshua was 22-0 and held the WBA (Super), IBF, WBO, and IBO belts, while Dubois got the better of him just when it seemed he was back on top, having finished each of his previous three fights.

He now faces an uncertain future, with a clash against YouTuber Jake Paul being mooted, while speculation of a Tyson Fury matchup are never far.

Nelson went on to liken his situation to that of former training partner Prince Naseem Hamed, who was a world-beater at one stage himself.

“I’ve been around Prince Naseem, an amazing fighter. And I was around him from the very beginning of his career,” he continued. “But then all of a sudden he started to surround himself with yes men. He deleted all the people that kept him grounded and said it how it was to him to keep him real.

“And the more yes men he surrounded himself with, the more his boxing life turned into chaos. He lost fights he shouldn’t have done. He was surrounding himself by the swimming pool in Bob Hope’s house when [Marco Antonio] Barrera was up in the mountains training. And he’s saying, ‘Yeah, I don’t have to do this.’ There was nobody around him to say, ‘What are you doing?’ It’s the same with a lot of modern fighters now.”

The money on offer to boxing’s elite today is bigger than ever, and Nelson is happy for Joshua that he’s made enough to make a clean getaway from the sport. But while some may scratch their head as to why Britain’s former poster boy hasn’t quite lived up to his full potential, there’s a sense those around Joshua have to carry some of the blame.

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Eddie Hearn reveals relationship with Anthony Joshua prevented him from

Eddie Hearn reveals relationship with Anthony Joshua prevented him from representing Fury & Usyk

Eddie Hearn has revealed that his strong relationship with Anthony Joshua has prevented him from representing Tyson Fury and re-signing Oleksandr Usyk.

One of the most influential names in British sport, Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn has represented some of boxing’s biggest stars in recent years, but arguably no bigger than former heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua.

The pair’s relationship started in 2013, when AJ turned professional with Matchroom Boxing after securing gold at the 2012 Olympic Games. In 2021, Joshua agreed to his fourth and final contract with the company, signing a career-long promotional deal.

While Joshua’s relationship with Hearn and Matchroom has proved to be one of the most loyal in boxing, the promoter has suggested that it’s prevented him from representing some of the division’s most prestigious names.

When speaking to iFL TV, he said: “We had a three-fight deal and when he (Usyk) beat Chisora and moved up from cruiserweight, he was mandatory for AJ. The fourth fight was actually Anthony Joshua and so was the fifth fight.

“I said to Alex Krassyuk and the team: ‘Look, we’ll just negotiate the fight. I’m not going to re-sign him or be involved because I have AJ’.”

When asked if over the years he had spent too much time prioritising his relationship with Joshua as opposed to pursuing deals with other heavyweights, including Tyson Fury, Hearn responded:

“The answer to your question is yes.”

Because of my relationship with AJ, I felt very uncomfortable about other heavyweights that might fight him, particularly who do fight him.

– Eddie Hearn (iFL TV)

“When I had the chance to sign Tyson Fury, there were two things. One, he was physically in a place that I didn’t think he’d get back to the top. But also in the back of my mind, I’m thinking: ‘This really isn’t going to go down very well’ (with Joshua).

“AJ would never say to me: ‘Don’t sign him.’ I just feel like that’s my guy.

“I would feel very uncomfortable if we signed Tyson Fury and made that fight. I don’t want to go into Fury vs AJ representing both people.”

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Tyson Fury reels off three-fight hit list as British legend prepares to reverse

Tyson Fury reels off three-fight hit list as British legend prepares to reverse retirement

Tyson Fury could be coaxed out of retirement by three fights.

‘The Gypsy King’ hung up his gloves in January after suffering back-to-back defeats to Oleksandr Usyk in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

However, he has since teased a possible return to the ring.

Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh recently revealed to talkSPORT that he is currently negotiating a three-fight deal with Fury.

And there were three names on the Brit’s lips when iFL TV asked him to list match-ups that would motivate him to box again.

“Well, don’t hold your breath, it’s not going to be this year, but it might be next year,” he said.

“If I get the right offer, it might be 2026. If it turns me on, then I will come back.

“But if there is no turn on, I will stay retired. AJ, [Oleksandr] Usyk, [Daniel] Dubois, any of them or maybe all of them.”

Fury won’t be able to make a comeback until next year due to his ongoing commitments to various projects with Netflix.

The two-time world heavyweight champion is currently in the middle of filming a documentary about his life as well as the second series of ‘At Home with the Furys’.

Once that is wrapped up, Alalshikh intends to start sowing the seeds for the long-awaited all-British showdown between Fury and Joshua.

“Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury next year, we are trying to do it and we are thinking about it,” said Alalshikh during a recent appearance on ‘The Boxing Voice’.

“I need to have, for each, one tune-up fight first.

“Why? Because they are both coming off losses. It’s to build it up.”

Tune-up fights have proved costly to Alalshikh’s plans in the past.

Over the last 12 months, Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney’s much-anticipated rematch as well as a blockbuster showdown between Joshua and Deontay Wilder have been derailed when one fight stood between them.

Boxing fans will be hoping and praying that Joshua vs Fury doesn’t meet the same fate.

The domestic dust-up has been in negotiations on several occasions to no avail, and even though neither man holds a major world title anymore, it remains the biggest fight in British boxing.

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Claressa Shields Returns Home to Defend Her Undisputed Throne Against

Claressa Shields Returns Home to Defend Her Undisputed Throne Against Lani Daniels

On Saturday, Detroit’s Little Caesars Arena will host a historic night as Claressa “T-Rex” Shields, the first undisputed female heavyweight champion, makes the first defense of her title against New Zealander Lani Daniels.

Born in Flint, Michigan, Shields returns to her home state to showcase her championship before her fans. She secured the undisputed crown earlier this year after dominating undefeated Danielle Perkins in a grueling ten-round battle that marked a turning point in her career. Now, with her legacy on the line, she faces Daniels—a disciplined, respectful challenger determined to make her mark on the world stage.

At the Detroit press conference, Shields reaffirmed her confidence:

“There is no woman in the world who can beat me,” she declared. “I’m getting the big fights I want, and I’m ready to prove once again why I’m the best.”

Daniels acknowledged the challenge ahead:

“It’s an honor to share the ring with Claressa. We’ve trained hard and plan to put on a great fight. We’re coming to win.”

But July 26 won’t just be a night of punches—it will be a night of inspiration. Shields launched the “Follow Your Dreams” program, a community initiative in partnership with young actor and motivational speaker King Moore. Sponsored by SMT Financial Partners, the program will allow 1,000 Detroit children to attend the fight free of charge, offering them an unforgettable experience.

That night, Moore will perform the song “Follow Your Dreams” live in the center of the ring, surrounded by the invited children, in a heartfelt tribute aiming to inspire hope, self-esteem, and ambition in the next generation.

“I know what it’s like to grow up with big dreams and few resources,” Shields said. “I want Detroit’s youth to know they can achieve whatever they set their minds to. I am proof of that.”

Additionally, Shields donated 200 tickets to Detroit’s Downtown Boxing Gym, recognizing the gym’s vital role in mentoring local youth.

Promoter Dmitriy Salita placed Shields alongside legends like Ali, Tyson, and Joe Louis, referring to the heavyweight division as “the division of the greatest champions in history.” Howard Handler, president of 313 Presents, reinforced that legacy:

“Claressa is carrying women’s boxing on her shoulders and bringing it back to Detroit. This is already her home.”

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Claressa Shields Believes Edgar Berlanga Can Bounce Back

Claressa Shields loves using her words to get under the skin of her opponents. Edgar Berlanga seemingly feels the same. The difference, however, is that Shields has no problem backing up every word she utters.

For the better part of two months, Berlanga clowned Hamzah Sheeraz. He called the lanky super middleweight contender chinny, a giraffe, and even claimed he was a lower-level fighter who stood no chance against him.

The trash-talking was good for the cameras but once the bright lights turned on and it was go time, Sheeraz made him eat every single word.

It was a bad night at the office for Berlanga at the Louis Armstrong Stadium in Queens, New York, this past Saturday. After a few successful rounds, Berlanga (23-2, 18 KOs) was clipped in the fourth and finished in the fifth.

Considering how he was bulldozed, Berlanga’s critics have come out of the woodwork. Shields though, wants everyone to get off his back.

“Edgar is a talented fighter,” Shields told The Ring recently. “Some may feel otherwise but he’s really talented.”

Berlanga, 28, will have a few months to plan his next move. The Puerto Rican ticket seller is an unsigned free agent and is coming off a damaging loss. His persona also took a hit.

By and large, Berlanga’s words and threats provided empty results. Shields, having known Berlanga for years now, wishes he did a little less talking and more action. Still, she knows it’s a part of his DNA. Next time, she hopes her good friend can go out there and take care of business.

“When you talk a certain way, you gotta back it up. He didn’t back it up this time but maybe next time he can do a little less of that and back it up.”

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‘Respect’ – Anthony Joshua pays the ultimate tribute to rival Oleksandr Usyk after Daniel Dubois KO

Oleksandr Usyk’s brutal win over Daniel Dubois has gained a response from their shared rival, Anthony Joshua.

On Saturday night, Usyk brutally stopped Dubois in the fifth round with a stunning left hook to become a three-time undisputed champion.

Dubois became the latest of three Britons to have two defeats at the hand of Usyk.

Tyson Fury and Joshua make up the other two names on that list.

The Ukrainian superstar is also overall now 8-0 against an array of British greats which also include Tony Bellew and Derek Chisora.

Usyk named a short-list of potential opponents for his next outing which included Fury, Chisora, Joseph Parker and Joshua.

The 35-year-old shared a story on Instagram showing his respect for his two-time rival.

It saw him describe Usyk as having ‘legacy, identity, focus and family’.

The picture saw Usyk with a Ukrainian flag draped around him, as he reflected on yet another headline-writing win.

Joshua also took the opportunity to tag famous 2017 rival Wladimir Klitschko, with the pair also sharing huge respect after their iconic duel.

AJ hasn’t been in the ring since he suffered a brutal KO defeat to Dubois last September.

His promoter, Eddie Hearn has recently revealed to talkSPORT that he will return before the end of the year.

He recently had surgery on his elbow, but has yet to announce exactly what his plans are for his return.

Joshua ideally wants to face Fury next and finally settle their rivalry.

But Fury shared his request for a trilogy match with Usyk instead as priority as he believes he can be the man to beat the undefeated star.

Should the pair enter the ring again, it won’t be until 2026.

A successful title defence would only further cement his legacy as the greatest heavyweight of the past two decades.

After his recent victory, the legendary star has been compared to the likes of Lennox Lewis and Muhammad Ali.

Simply no-one is able to beat the elite technician right now, and a new batch of challengers will fancy their chances.

Turki Alalshikh even suggested that rising star Moses Itauma could be in line next to make a fast jump to the top dog in the division.