Turki Alalshikh Sparks Debate Over Potential Canelo vs. Crawford Showdown
His Excellency Turki Alalshikh recently stirred up speculation on social media regarding a potential matchup between boxing superstars Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford. The discussion arose in response to a proposed Mexico vs. USA 5 vs. 5 event, with Alvarez and Crawford headlining the card.
Alalshikh’s apparent interest in the fight has raised eyebrows, particularly due to the significant weight jump Crawford would have to make in order to challenge Alvarez for his super middleweight title. While fans may be eager to see such a high-profile clash, concerns have been voiced about the sporting merit of the bout.
Many in the boxing community question the legitimacy of Crawford’s title shot at 168 lbs, as he has yet to prove himself in the super middleweight division. Moving up three weight classes without establishing himself as a force at the new weight could potentially turn the matchup into more of a celebrity spectacle than a true sporting event.
As Crawford prepares for a bout against WBA junior middleweight champion Israil Madrimov, his performance in the 154-lb division remains unknown. Should he emerge victorious, the prospect of a showdown with Canelo at 168 lbs looms large. However, skeptics point to the formidable challenge posed by Madrimov and question Crawford’s readiness for such a leap in weight classes.
With uncertainties surrounding Crawford’s ability to handle the power and size of opponents in higher weight divisions, the debate over a potential matchup with Canelo continues to divide opinion in the boxing world. As fans eagerly await further developments, the question remains: is Crawford truly ready to step up and face the challenge of a lifetime against Alvarez?