Pacquiao Weighs In on Crawford's Chances Against Canelo in Two Words

Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao has shared his thoughts on the highly anticipated clash between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford, set to take place on September 13 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The fight, already dubbed a "mega-fight," will see Crawford step up two weight classes to challenge the Mexican superstar in the super middleweight division.

Pacquiao, an eight-division world champion, recently spoke with Fight Hub TV, offering a candid assessment of Crawford's chances. In just two words, he summed up the daunting task ahead: "Not easy." Pacquiao emphasized the significant advantage Canelo holds, particularly in terms of size and experience at 168 pounds. "Canelo has the big advantage, but Crawford needs to manage well—his body, his speed, and his power—because he’s moving up to another level of weight," Pacquiao explained.

Drawing from his own experience of moving up through weight classes during his storied career, Pacquiao also shared some advice for Crawford. "Preparing for opponents like that, it’s not only about speed but also the techniques you can use in the fight. Make sure in your daily training routine that all the techniques, strategies, and combinations are tailored to your opponent’s style," he added.

A victory for Crawford would be historic, as it would make him the first boxer ever to claim undisputed championships in three weight classes, having already achieved the feat at super-lightweight and welterweight. However, Pacquiao’s assessment underscores the immense challenge Crawford faces in his quest to dethrone one of boxing’s most dominant figures.

As the fight date approaches, fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see if Crawford can defy the odds and etch his name further into the annals of boxing history.