Ex-World Champion Drops Bold Crawford vs Canelo Prediction

Crawford vs Canelo is set for September 13, after Turki Alalshikh confirmed the new date. Sela has been named as the event promoter, though the venue remains unknown. As this mega fight draws nearer, many are sharing their predictions, including ex-cruiserweight world champion Tony Bellew, who recently spoke to Card Player about how he sees the fight playing out.

Crawford vs Canelo Set for September 13

Bellew Predicts How the Fight Will Unfold

September 13 will see two boxing giants collide in this undisputed super middleweight bout. It promises to be a fascinating build-up and an eventful fight night. This will mark the second fight for Canelo (63-2-2, 39 KOs) in his historic four-fight deal with Riyadh Season.

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Should Crawford (41-0, 31 KOs) win, he will become the second boxer in the four-belt era to become undisputed in three weight classes. This phenomenal feat was first achieved by Claressa Shields, who defeated Danielle Perkins to obtain the vacant IBF and WBO heavyweight titles.

Crawford vs Canelo: Bellew Backs Bud

When asked about Crawford vs Canelo, Bellew was clear who he thinks will win: “Canelo likes to wait. It has to be all at Canelo’s rate and pace. He’s not gonna get that way with Terence Crawford. I just think Crawford will out work him and will potshot him. And I think he will win on points.”

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“I get why Canelo is the favourite, but all good things come to an end. And by the way if I’m wrong and Canelo does defeat Terence, and he’s the first man to beat him, he deserves so much credit. I will give him all the credit in the world because no one’s been able to figure out Terence Crawford yet,” added Bellew.