Terence Crawford Defeats Canelo Álvarez, Sparking Retirement Speculation

Saúl "Canelo" Álvarez suffered a significant loss to Terence Crawford in a superfight for the undisputed super middleweight titles, marking the third defeat in his professional career. The fight revealed signs of mental and physical fatigue in Canelo, who at 35 has been fighting professionally since he was 15, leading many, including Andre Ward and Floyd Mayweather, to speculate about his potential retirement. Mayweather, who handed Canelo his first career loss, acknowledged the wear and tear boxing takes on the body and was uncertain if Canelo is "washed up," but recognized the fight as good for the sport. Despite the loss, Canelo's legacy remains secure, though his future in boxing is now a subject of debate amid questions about whether he will continue or retire. The fight broke viewership records, underscoring its significance, but also highlighted a new era in the super middleweight division with Crawford as the new champion. Promoters and insiders note Canelo’s pride and multi-fight deals might keep him in the ring, but the possibility of retirement looms as he faces the twilight years of his career.