On September 13, 2025, boxing fans around the world will witness an unprecedented event at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Nevada, as Canelo Álvarez, the undisputed super middleweight champion, faces off against undefeated three-division king Terence “Bud” Crawford in a fight branded as “Once In A Lifetime” and “There Can Only Be One.” This monumental bout is more than just a championship fight—it represents a pivotal moment in boxing, a battle for legacy that transcends titles and generations[1][2].
The buildup to this historic fight has been a long, strategic process. According to an ESPN report, it was Crawford’s single-minded pursuit of Canelo that set the wheels in motion. After years of studying Álvarez’s rise and dominance from afar, Crawford made...