Joe Rogan reveals major worry for Terence Crawford ahead of blockbuster Canelo Alvarez fight
Popular podcaster and UFC commentator Joe Rogan discusses the potential fight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford.
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Joe Rogan previews the potential fight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford (Image via Imago/Instagram)
In the current boxing landscape, several intriguing potential matchups have generated excitement within the community. As a result, many prominent figures in the combat sports world are sharing their opinions. Most recently, a well-known podcaster and UFC commentator Joe Rogan expressed his thoughts on the potential clash between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford.
In a recent podcast episode, Joe Rogan and Brian Simpson explored various fascinating topics related to the combat sports community. One key subject they discussed was the exciting potential matchups scheduled for 2025, including a highly anticipated fight between Canelo Alvarez and Terence ‘Bud’ Crawford. During their conversation, Rogan expressed a specific concern regarding this matchup.
I just hope he (Terence Crawford) is big enough. I hope he’s big enough to keep that dude off him because Canelo hits so hard man…
Joe Rogan via JRE #2266 (Check from 2:33:30)
Crawford is one of the few boxers who has held a undisputed world title in two different weight categories. The American boxer began his professional career in the lightweight division (135 lbs). However, after a brief period at that weight, Crawford moved up to the light welterweight division, becoming the unified champion after defeating Julius Indongo.
Crawford, brimming with confidence, has established himself as the undisputed champion in the welterweight division (147 lbs). In his most recent fight, which took place in August 2024, he moved up to a higher weight class and defeated Israil Madrimov. This victory earned him the titles of WBA junior middleweight champion and interim WBO junior middleweight champion (154 lbs).
Now, as discussions swirl around his potential fight against Canelo Alvarez, it appears that the match would occur in Canelo’s super middleweight division (168 lbs). Consequently, Joe Rogan highlighted the significant difference in weight categories between the two boxers.
Canelo Alvarez names the only ‘good fighter’ Terence Crawford has defeated in his career
Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford are among the biggest names in professional boxing. Over the years, both fighters have elevated their status due to their impressive performances in the ring. As a result, in a time when superfights are generating a lot of excitement, the possibility of a matchup between Canelo and Crawford has captivated many.
It has been over a year since discussions about a potential matchup between these two fighters began in the boxing community. Although Crawford has always shown interest in fighting Alvarez, the Mexican boxer has had a different perspective. At one point, Canelo even seemed to take a jab at the American boxer’s resume.
Look, I respect Terence Crawford. He’s very talented, but he’s just won one big fight. If you see his record, he just beat one good fighter. Other than that, he hasn’t beat other good fighters like Spence.
Canelo Alvarez via TMZ Sports
As it stands now, Turki Alalshikh is the key figure behind the potential boxing match between Canelo and Crawford. According to various reports, this fight is scheduled to take place in September 2025 in Las Vegas. Additionally, it is expected to be contested as part of the Mexican Independence Day.
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