Terence Crawford (42-0, 31 KOs) created historical past on September 13 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, the place he defeated Canelo Alvarez (63-3-2, 39 KOs) by unanimous choice, with scores of 116-112 and 115-113 (x2) to turn into a three-division undisputed champion and four-division lineal champion. Turki Alalshikh hinted at Crawford vs David Benavidez after the battle, however legendary boxing coach Robert Garcia has spoken to Combat Hub TV, warning “Bud” in opposition to taking that battle.
‘I wouldn’t do it’: Robert Garcia warns Terence Crawford in opposition to dealing with one fighter
Crawford boxed diligently and executed his recreation plan to perfection. He stayed cellular whereas selecting his pictures impressively. He appeared to develop in confidence because the battle progressed. One factor that impressed most was his means to get again on prime as soon as Canelo closed the gap.
Speaking a couple of potential battle between Crawford and Benavidez, Garcia stated:
“There’s no approach. Crawford’s simply received the largest win in his profession, and one of many greatest wins in historical past. He doesn’t must go on the market and threat…Benavidez is simply too large, too large, too robust.
“We don’t, you recognize, don’t wish to see a champion achieve this a lot and attain a lot after which finish his profession with a foul selection, dangerous battle that he shouldn’t take. I wouldn’t do it.”
Terence Crawford’s coach addresses potential Benavidez battle
Following Crawford’s memorable win over Canelo, his coach Brian ‘BoMac’ McIntyre spoke to the media and was requested a couple of potential bout in opposition to David Benavidez at 168lbs.
BoMac’s reply was clear: “Nah man, we ain’t doing that battle.”
It seems Benavidez is just not a viable possibility for Staff Crawford, and the explanations talked about by Garcia are comprehensible. It looks like a rematch with Canelo is probably the most financially rewarding possibility for the Omaha native.
May Crawford drop all the way down to 160lbs and face Janibek, Carlos Adames, or Erislandy Lara to attempt to win a world title? Would any of these bouts attraction to Crawford, or may we see him retire on the prime of his recreation?