Terence “Bud” Crawford outpointed Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez by unanimous decision on September 13, 2025, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas to become the undisputed super-middleweight champion—claiming the WBA (Super), WBC, IBF, and WBO titles. The judges scored the 12-round bout 116-112, 115-113, and 115-113 in favour of Crawford, who moved up from junior middleweight to 168 pounds to take on one of boxing’s most decorated veterans.
With the win, Crawford improved his perfect professional record to 42-0, including 31 knockouts, and made history as the first male boxer in the four-belt era to become undisputed champion in three separate weight classes. The fight drew a crowd of over 70,000 spectators and millions more streaming globally. Alvarez, 35, fought with experience and grit, but he was unable to match Crawford’s speed and precision, particularly in the middle and later rounds.
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Crawford’s performance was both strategic and composed. He stuck to his strengths: sharp counterpunching, slick footwork, and ring generalship. The American star neutralized Alvarez’s famous body shots and power punches by staying mobile and picking his moments carefully. Despite moving up two divisions, he impressed many who believed the weight gap might be a disadvantage.
After the bout, Crawford expressed both emotional relief and humility. “I’m not here by coincidence,” he said, paying tribute to Alvarez’s legacy and the fans who followed both fighters. Alvarez likewise showed respect, acknowledging Crawford’s skill and saying that he had been tested harder than expected.
Crawford’s next steps are not yet clear. While this win cements his place among boxing’s greats, the road ahead includes questions: Will he defend his new four-belt status at 168? Does he remain in this division moving forward or move again? Few nights are as defining as this one, and for Crawford, this may well be remembered not just as a championship moment—but a turning point.