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Canelo Seeks Rematch After Crawford's Dominant Victory

2/12/2026

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Saul "Canelo" Alvarez is pursuing a rematch with Terence Crawford after Crawford defeated him by unanimous decision in September.
Crawford dominated the bout, retired afterward, and became the undisputed super middleweight champion.
Alvarez attributes the loss to leg cramps, says he could have fought better if he had followed his corner's advice, and believes a rematch is needed to credit the victory and to learn from the defeat.

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Saul "Canelo" Alvarez is pursuing a rematch with Terence Crawford after Crawford defeated him by unanimous decision in September.
Crawford dominated the bout, retired afterward, and became the undisputed super middleweight champion.
Alvarez attributes the loss to leg cramps, says he could have fought better if he had followed his corner's advice, and believes a rematch is needed to credit the victory and to learn from the defeat.