Saul “Canelo” Alvarez doesn’t need to say much to make his position clear. Less than three months away from the highly anticipated fight against Terence Crawford, the Mexican fighter appeared at an event ahead of the official press conference in Saudi Arabia and issued a clear warning: he is prepared, focused, and confident about what will happen on September 13 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas.
Despite Crawford’s reputation as one of the best pound-for-pound fighters in the sport, Canelo remains unfazed. He has spent the better part of the year training intensely, balancing technical refinement with physical conditioning. With training camp set to begin in the mountains soon, Canelo is focused and energized, ready to deliver a performance that matches the fight’s high expectations.
“You know, I mean… whole year of training so it has been good. So, after this I’m going to the mountains to start my training camp. But I feel great! I’m ready. I just started training, and I’m very happy, very excited for this fight,” Canelo told Ring Magazine ahead of the official press conference.
Ready to win, whether by knockout or decision
When asked which round or method he expects to finish the fight, Canelo offered a calm but firm answer. “It’s going to be a good fight. Crawford is still a good fighter, but for sure, I’m gonna win. I don’t know what round, but I’m gonna win.”
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Pressed on whether the victory would come by decision or knockout, he said, “Maybe knockout, maybe decision, we don’t know, but we gonna win.”
A legacy-defining night awaits
With over 60 wins and multiple undisputed reigns, Canelo is no stranger to pressure. But a win over Crawford—an undefeated champion with titles in three divisions—could further elevate his status as one of the greatest Mexican boxers of all time. The Las Vegas showdown promises to deliver fireworks, and the message from Team Canelo is clear: they’re not just coming to fight. They’re coming to win.
