On August 3/4 we noticed Terence Crawford create historical past on the BMO Stadium in LA, defeating Israil Madrimov to win the WBA tremendous welterweight title and the vacant WBO interim belt. Consideration rapidly turned to what Crawford would do subsequent, and Turki Alalshikh lately revealed to Charlie Parsons on X the one battle he believes Bud desires is Canelo Álvarez. The Omaha native has additionally been ordered by the WBO to face WBC and WBO champion, Sebastian Fundora. Regardless of all these rumours circulating, Eddie Hearn has shared a captivating perception on the future of Crawford when talking to Combat Hub TV.
Eddie Hearn Talks Future for Terence Crawford and Return of Madrimov
Eddie Hearn Hints at Crawford Retirement
When talking to Combat Hub TV, Hearn was requested in regards to the return of Madrimov and if a rematch with Bud Crawford was possible: “We received’t get the rematch. I don’t assume Terence Crawford will ever battle once more until he will get Canelo. I don’t assume Crawford will battle once more.”
He continued: “He positively received’t battle Vergil Ortiz, received’t rematch Madrimov, he’s made some huge cash, and I believe he’s comfy isn’t he?”
Hearn then spoke concerning the attainable subsequent step for Madrimov: “His Excellency has reached out to us and Madrimov and stated I’d such as you on the December 21 card, so hopefully that may occur – and chasing the large fights at 154.”
“We‘ll see what occurs with Terence,” added Hearn.
Boots vs. Crawford and Canelo vs. Crawford
Hearn was then requested if a Boots Ennis battle would inspire Crawford, and Hearn stated: “No, he is aware of how harmful that battle is, and he is aware of it received’t pay the cash that the chance warrants simply but, however perhaps in 6-12 months perhaps that’s the mega-fight he wants.”
The Matchroom CEO then revealed he believed Boots would beat Crawford, and when requested why, he stated with out hesitation: “Too good, too younger, too contemporary.”
Requested in regards to the probability of Canelo vs. Crawford, Hearn stated: “Let’s see what occurs towards Edgar Berlana. We’re hoping we are able to upset the applecart.”
