Terence Crawford Defeats Canelo Alvarez, Claims Super Middleweight Titles in Las Vegas

On September 13, 2025, Terence Crawford moved up two weight divisions to defeat Saúl "Canelo" Álvarez at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, capturing the undisputed super middleweight titles and ending Álvarez's reign. Crawford's performance was marked by an effective jab, sharp counterattacks, and patience, which left Álvarez unable to find his rhythm throughout the fight. All three judges scored the bout in favor of Crawford, with scores of 116-112, 115-113, and 115-113. The loss sparked intensified criticism of Álvarez in Mexico, with journalist David Faitelson calling him a "limited boxer" despite his marketing success. After the fight, Álvarez remained humble, accepting the defeat without excuses. Meanwhile, Crawford expressed confidence and satisfaction with his victory in post-fight interviews.