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Canelo vs. Crawford: Legacy on the Line in Epic Showdown

9/5/2025

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ESPN ranks Canelo Alvarez fifth and Terence Crawford seventh among the best boxers of the century.
Canelo defends his undisputed super middleweight title; Crawford faces challenges in moving up weight classes.
Analysts believe Canelo has more at stake, as a loss affects his legacy less than Crawford's undefeated record.
The ranking fuels debate over the best boxer of this era, heightening anticipation for their September 13 matchup.

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Story summary

ESPN ranks Canelo Alvarez fifth and Terence Crawford seventh among the best boxers of the century.
Canelo defends his undisputed super middleweight title; Crawford faces challenges in moving up weight classes.
Analysts believe Canelo has more at stake, as a loss affects his legacy less than Crawford's undefeated record.
The ranking fuels debate over the best boxer of this era, heightening anticipation for their September 13 matchup.