Historic Victory at Allegiant Stadium
In a stunning upset, Terence “Bud” Crawford defeated Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez via unanimous decision on September 13, 2025, at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The judges scored the fight 116-112, 115-113, 115-113, awarding Crawford a decisive victory. This win makes Crawford the undisputed super middleweight champion, unifying the WBA, WBC, IBF, and WBO titles.
Álvarez Loses All Super Middleweight Belts
Prior to this bout, Álvarez had already lost the IBF belt in July 2024 after failing to defend it against mandatory challenger William Scull, leaving him with the WBA, WBC, and WBO belts. Crawford’s victory now means Álvarez has lost all his super middleweight titles.
Despite the loss, Álvarez congratulated Crawford and expressed pride in taking on one of boxing’s greatest fighters.
Crawford’s Historic Achievement
Crawford’s triumph marks a historic moment in boxing history. He became the first male boxer in the four-belt era to unify titles in three different weight classes, spanning from 135 to 168 pounds. His performance was praised for tactical brilliance, precise timing, and ring intelligence, earning him widespread recognition as one of the sport’s all-time greats.
“Canelo is one of the best, but tonight everything clicked for me,” Crawford said after the fight. “This is a special night for my career and for boxing.”
Looking Ahead
With this victory, Crawford cements his legacy in the sport and opens the door for potential mega-fights in multiple divisions. Boxing fans are already speculating about his next opponents and whether he will move up to defend titles at higher weight classes.
