What’s Next for Terence Crawford? Injury Update and Fight Rumors

Boxing fans, listen up!  Terence Crawford is sidelined for now, but the undefeated champ is expected to return after May 2025. The reason? A “small injury” that’s keeping him out of the ring for a bit. Let’s break down the recovery update, the rumors about a potential fight with Canelo Alvarez, and what the future might hold for one of the sport’s pound-for-pound kings.

Crawford’s Injury: What You Need to Know

Turki Alalshikh—a major name in global sports—recently gave an update on Crawford. According to Turki, the injury isn’t serious, but it’s enough to delay his next fight. “He prefers to fight with us after May,” Turki shared during an interview.

While he didn’t mention who Crawford might fight next, he hinted at big plans. The boxing world is buzzing about a possible showdown with Canelo Alvarez, a dream matchup that would shake up the sport.

Crawford vs. Canelo: The Fight Fans Want but Might Not Get

Let’s talk about the elephant in the room: a potential Crawford vs. Canelo fight. On paper, it’s a blockbuster. But when you dig deeper, it’s a tough sell.

For starters, Crawford would need to jump two weight classes to 168 lbs to challenge Canelo for his super middleweight titles. That’s a massive leap, especially for someone who’s struggled at 154 lbs. Remember his fight against Israil Madrimov in August 2024? Crawford barely scraped by, and that’s not the kind of performance that screams, “I’m ready for Canelo.”

Then there’s the money. Canelo Alvarez, with his massive net worth and star power, isn’t desperate for a fight like this. Financially, it might not even make sense. Canelo would demand a hefty payday, and Crawford—who’s still not a household name for casual fans—would want a similar deal. That’s a big hurdle, especially if pay-per-view numbers don’t back it up.

Plus, let’s be real: Canelo doesn’t need this fight. A win over Crawford wouldn’t add much to his legacy, but a loss? That could tarnish everything he’s worked for. It’s a risky move, and Canelo’s probably not taking it unless the money is outrageous.

Challenges at 154 lbs: No Easy Options

If the Canelo Alvarez fight falls through (and it probably will), Crawford’s got some hard choices ahead. The 154-lb division is stacked with tough opponents, and at 36 years old, Crawford doesn’t have time on his side.

His close call against Madrimov raised serious questions about his ability to dominate at this weight. Fighters like Jermell Charlo and Tim Tszyu are waiting in the wings, and they’re no walk in the park.

To stay relevant, Crawford needs to prove he’s still the guy to beat. That might mean taking on one of these sharks and showing the world he’s not done yet. Otherwise, it could be time to think about his legacy and retirement.