On Saturday, Canelo defends his undisputed super-middleweight titles (WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO) against Terence Crawford at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. Crawford enters undefeated at 41-0 (31 KOs) and moves up two weight classes for this fight. A win here would make Crawford the first male boxer in the “four-belt era” to become undisputed champion in three different weight divisions. Get the full preview, best bets, and our prediction for this blockbuster clash.
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Betting Preview
Saturday’s showdown between Canelo Alvarez and Terence “Bud” Crawford isn’t just another big fight; it’s billed as one of the most significant matchups in boxing in years. The fight takes place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, streamed globally via Netflix. Canelo, the undisputed super-middleweight champion, will defend all four belts (WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO) and has extensive experience in the 168-pound division.
1.54
Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford
Canelo Alvarez
winner
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Crawford, meanwhile, enters with a perfect record: 41-0, 31 by knockout. Yet, there’s a major subplot: he’s moving up two weight classes (from 154 pounds up to 168) for this bout. That jump brings both opportunity and risk, opportunity to make history (a first ever for a male boxer to become undisputed in three divisions), and risk in terms of how his speed, power, and durability will hold up.
Canelo, on the other hand, is used to carrying the extra weight and applying pressure at this level. His style combines power, ring generalship, body work, and experience handling big fights. He’ll want to exploit Crawford’s possible gaps, endurance, size, and how well he adapts to being the physically bigger man in the ring. In recent interviews, Canelo has emphasised discipline, patience, and adapting his game depending on the opponent, suggesting he knows Crawford brings speed, technical skill, and boxing intelligence.
2.31
Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford
Terence Crawford
winner
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The build-up has been rich with tension: experts warning of Crawford being “too small” by Tyson and others, debates over whether his power will transfer upward, and whether Canelo’s ring IQ can carry him through.
All of this sets the stage for a tactical vs physical clash, with both men needing to execute near perfectly, Crawford needing to use speed, angle, and avoid being trapped on the ropes; Canelo needing to pressure, counter, and potentially capitalise on Crawford’s carryover vulnerabilities to weight and reach of attack.
Best Bets & Prediction
Prediction: Canelo Alvarez to win at 1.54.
Best Bet: Canelo Alvarez to win by decision or technical decision at 2.14.
Alternative Bet: Over 10.5 total rounds at 1.21.
