Las Vegas, Sept. 13, 2025 — Terence “Bud” Crawford of Omaha, Nebraska, made history Saturday night at Allegiant Stadium, defeating Canelo Álvarez by unanimous decision to claim all four major titles at super middleweight.
The judges scored the bout 116–112, 115–113, and 115–113, all in favor of Crawford. Fighting two weight classes above his natural division, the 37-year-old Omaha native relied on footwork, speed, and counterpunching to neutralize Álvarez’s power. After several tightly contested early rounds, Crawford pulled ahead in the middle of the fight, using angles and combinations to frustrate the Mexican star.
Álvarez pressed forward throughout but struggled to adjust. “I tried my best, but I could not figure out his style,” Álvarez said afterward. Crawford, by contrast, called the victory “a dream realized,” crediting his preparation and belief in himself.
The fight drew 70,482 fans, setting a record for boxing attendance at Allegiant Stadium. Beyond the crowd, millions tuned in worldwide to watch what was billed as a generational matchup.
With the win, Crawford becomes the first male boxer of the four-belt era to be undisputed champion in three separate weight classes. His triumph is already being discussed in legacy terms, with analysts comparing him to some of the all-time greats.
For Álvarez, the loss marks the end of his undisputed reign at 168 pounds and raises questions about his next move. While a rematch remains a possibility, Crawford’s victory establishes him as the man to beat across three divisions.
Saturday night’s result was more than a win on the scorecards; it was a defining moment in boxing history — and a crowning achievement for Omaha’s own Terence Crawford.
