Terence Crawford Promises Aggressive Approach in Upcoming Clash with Canelo Alvarez

As the September 13 showdown between Terence Crawford and Canelo Alvarez draws closer, Crawford has made his intentions clear: he plans to bring the fight to his opponent. During a recent press tour in New York, Crawford confidently declared that he won’t be running away from Alvarez—instead, he’ll be taking the action straight to him.

“The only running that I’m going to be doing is running upside his head,” Crawford stated, drawing laughter and applause from the crowd. “And I can assure you that. Facts. And he’s got a big head, too.” The comment came in response to Alvarez’s suggestion that a smaller ring might be necessary to ensure more engagement in the fight.

While the press events have been largely respectful, Crawford emphasized that once the bell rings, it’s all business. “I respect Canelo just like I respect every one of my opponents before him,” he said. “But when it’s time to go to work, ya’ll know what comes after that.”

Alvarez, often regarded as the face of Mexican boxing, was asked about his legacy and whether a win over Crawford would solidify his status as the greatest Mexican champion in history. “I don’t know. Let’s see where I’ll be on that list when I retire,” Alvarez replied. “But for sure, I will beat Terence Crawford no matter what. My numbers will speak for themselves when I retire.”

The tension between the two fighters was palpable during their face-off, with Crawford standing his ground as Alvarez stepped forward, prompting a brief pushback before security intervened. The bout, which will see Crawford challenging Alvarez for his 168-pound crown, is already generating significant buzz in the boxing world.

With both fighters confident in their abilities, the stage is set for what promises to be a thrilling and high-stakes encounter. Fans won’t have to wait long to see if Crawford’s aggressive approach can overcome Alvarez’s storied experience and skill.