Canelo Alvarez Terence Crawford Fight Sparks Record $2M Bet, Alters Odds

The highly anticipated superfight between Terence Crawford and Saul "Canelo" Alvarez for the undisputed super middleweight title is set to take place on September 13, 2025, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. This bout has attracted massive betting interest, including a $2 million wager on Crawford at +140 odds, and another significant $715,000 bet at Caesars Palace, which has shifted the odds closer, with Alvarez now favored at around -150. Alvarez is expected to earn between $100 million and $150 million for the fight, marking one of the largest purses in boxing history outside of Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s fights, while Crawford accepted a comparatively modest $10 million. The fight will stream for free on Netflix, highlighting the evolving landscape of combat sports broadcasting. Both fighters are highly ranked on the current Pound-for-Pound list, with a victory potentially elevating Crawford to the number one spot, especially as he attempts to become the first undisputed three-division male champion in the four-belt era despite moving up nearly 30 pounds. The event is expected to be the most popular boxing fight of the year, generating extensive public and betting interest.