Canelo Handed One-Line Warning in Clear Verdict From Terence Crawford’s Former Opponent

Canelo Alvarez is rarely the one being warned about his opponents, but this time, the script has flipped on the four-division world champion. The Mexican superstar is gearing up for a high-stakes clash against two-weight undisputed champion Terence Crawford, set for September 13th. While Las Vegas, Los Angeles, and New York are being considered as potential venues, the fight promises fireworks wherever it lands.

Originally scheduled for September 12th at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, the bout was moved due to a scheduling conflict with a UNLV college football game. But even months out, the buzz is already building—and it includes a stark warning from someone who’s been in the ring with Crawford.

September 14, 2024, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA: SAUL CANELO ALVAREZ 62-2-2-39KOs of Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico defeats EDGAR BERLANGA 22-1-17KOs of Brooklyn, NY by a unanimous decision 118-109, 117-110, 118-109 during PBC on Prime boxing at the T Mobile Arena in Las Vegas Las Vegas USA – ZUMAo117 20240914_zsp_o117_127 Copyright: xMikaelxOnax

John Molina Jr., who faced Crawford in December 2016 and suffered an eighth-round TKO loss, offered a brief but telling take. Recalling the challenge, he called Canelo’s fight against Crawford “tough.” When asked for his prediction, Molina Jr. kept it measured, stating, “Crawford can make it very interesting, but it’s going to be a fun fight.” Then came the warning for Canelo. “Crawford is the best of our generation right now.”

This is a developing story—stay tuned. 

The post Canelo Handed One-Line Warning in Clear Verdict From Terence Crawford’s Former Opponent appeared first on EssentiallySports.