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WBC Strips Terence Crawford of Title Over Fees

12/4/2025

Summary

Crawford Stripped Title

World Boxing Council (WBC) has stripped Terence Crawford of the WBC super middleweight title due to unpaid sanctioning fees.
Crawford failed to pay $300,000, reduced from 3% to 0.6% of his $50 million purse from his September win over Canelo Alvarez.
The WBC said it attempted to contact Crawford and his team multiple times but received no response.
Hamzah Sheeraz and Christian Mbilli are positioned to contend for the vacant title.

Summary

Crawford Seeks Opportunities

Terence Crawford, boxer, is exploring new fight opportunities after being stripped of his WBC super middleweight title.
Teofimo Lopez aims to face Crawford in 2026, contingent on defeating Stevenson.
Crawford is considering a move back to middleweight, with his next steps uncertain.
Crawford criticized Lopez for past disrespectful remarks, noting their ongoing feud.
Roy Jones Jr., former champion, says he would outmatch Crawford at 168 pounds, citing speed and size.

History

Historical Context

In 2019, the World Boxing Council (WBC) stripped Canelo Alvarez of his title due to a $365,000 sanctioning fee dispute, reflecting ongoing financial tensions in boxing. This issue mirrors Terence Crawford's recent $300,000 fee controversy, highlighting the WBC's strict enforcement of financial obligations. Such incidents underscore the critical role of financial compliance in shaping fighters' careers and the legitimacy of their titles.

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Crawford Stripped Title

World Boxing Council (WBC) has stripped Terence Crawford of the WBC super middleweight title due to unpaid sanctioning fees.
Crawford failed to pay $300,000, reduced from 3% to 0.6% of his $50 million purse from his September win over Canelo Alvarez.
The WBC said it attempted to contact Crawford and his team multiple times but received no response.
Hamzah Sheeraz and Christian Mbilli are positioned to contend for the vacant title.

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