In a few months, Canelo Alvarez will face a tough bout against Terence Crawford. Now, boxing legend Julio Cesar Chavez has shared his verdict on the potential outcome of this highly anticipated fight.
Canelo Alvarez has had one of the most impressive careers for a Mexican boxer in history. For many fans, he may be the greatest of all time, although Julio Cesar Chavez also stands out as a national boxing legend.
As Canelo continues to collect wins and titles in his pursuit of being recognized as the greatest Mexican boxer ever, Julio Cesar Chavez has now weighed in on the upcoming challenge Alvarez will face against an elite opponent like Terence Crawford.
Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford: Julio Cesar Chavez gives bold prediction
At the beginning of the year, Canelo Alvarez did not have any confirmed fights for 2025. The Mexican star was actively searching for worthy opponents for bouts in May and September but struggled to lock down two solid contenders.
Fortunately, two challengers emerged: William Scull in May and Terence Crawford in September. While Scull is expected to be the easier of the two, Crawford presents a major threat to Canelo’s record.
Terence Crawford is currently ranked the No. 1 super welterweight boxer in the world. However, he will need to move up in weight to fight Canelo, which has led many to believe the Mexican may have the upper hand.
Julio Cesar Chavez is one of those backing Alvarez. The Mexican icon has shared his prediction for the fight and offered a bold outcome that not many fans might expect.
Speaking to Fight Hub TV, Julio Cesar Chavez said Canelo Alvarez will not only win the fight but knock Crawford out. “It’s really an uneven fight,” Chavez said. “Crawford is a great fighter, but Canelo is out of his league. Crawford is going for the money, and Canelo is going to knock him out.“
When will Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford take place?
Canelo Alvarez is set to fight William Scull on May 3 in his first bout of the year. It will be a warm-up before the more challenging fight against Terence Crawford.
The exact date for the Alvarez vs. Crawford fight has not been confirmed, but it is expected to take place in September. Canelo traditionally fights during Mexico’s Independence Day weekend, so the most likely date is September 13, 2025.
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