A Night That Made History

On September 13 in Las Vegas, Terence Crawford accomplished what few thought possible: defeating Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez in a fight that already belongs to boxing history. The American moved up two weight classes and dominated from start to finish to become the undisputed super middleweight champion, handing the Mexican his first loss at 168 pounds and the third of his career.

The bout sent shockwaves through the boxing world. Not only because Canelo had long been the face of modern boxing, but because the result completely reshaped the sport’s power rankings. Crawford cemented himself as a living legend, while the Mexican superstar entered one of the most difficult phases of his career.

The Hardest Blow for Canelo

The defeat didn’t just cost Canelo Álvarez his title — it cost him prestige. He dropped out of the pound-for-pound rankings, lost credibility among fans, and even sparked talk of a potential early retirement.

For weeks, his name vanished from conversations about the best fighters in the world, and criticism came hard and fast. Once a dominant champion across multiple divisions, Canelo now faces a new challenge: proving he still belongs among boxing’s elite in a sport that rarely forgives missteps.

The Truth About the Rematch

Despite the rumors and fan pressure, journalist Dan Rafael revealed that there is no automatic rematch clause between Crawford and Canelo. In comments shared by several outlets, Rafael explained that their original contract didn’t include a second fight — though he didn’t rule out the possibility of one being negotiated in the future.

For now, Crawford intends to defend his newly won titles against other contenders, while Canelo weighs his next move in hopes of restoring his legacy. The hunger for revenge is real, but the road ahead won’t be easy. In boxing, as in life, not everyone gets a second chance… even if the fans keep dreaming about it.