Terence Crawford Declares Himself as #1 P4P King, Claims Superior Dominance over Canelo
“Terence ‘Bud’ Crawford has never backed down from a fight. Now, Crawford explains why he believes he is currently the top pound-for-pound (P4P) boxer over Saul “Canelo” Alvarez. Crawford has repeatedly proven his dominance inside the ring and now he lays claim to be the more dominant of the two pound-for-pound prizefighters.
Crawford, a three-weight world champion and present holder of the WBO welterweight title, insists that his consistency in transitioning through weight divisions and maintaining his unstoppable winning streak gives a leg up over Canelo. “I’m showing that I am the #1 pound-for-pound fighter in the world by going up in different weight classes and winning world titles”, stated Crawford.
Terence Crawford turned professional in 2008, and has had an impeccable career, boasting an unblemished record of 37 wins and 0 losses. Comparably, Mexican icon Canelo Alvarez also turned pro in 2005 and despite tasting defeat only once against Floyd Mayweather Jr., his record of 55 wins, with 2 draws and 1 loss is indeed outstanding. Yet, Crawford argues it’s his manner of conquering his opponents that sets him apart.
The Omaha-born boxer argued his distinction from Canelo comes from the manner in which he wins. “I just think I’m the more dominant fighter,” Crawford claimed. He brings up the fact that he achieves his victories more authoritatively, often without requiring judges to have their influence on his wins. It is no secret that Crawford has made stopping his opponent a habit with 75% of his fights ending in a knockout.
Canelo, on the other hand, has also been impressive inside the boxing ring. He has consistently faced top-tier competition in his career, fighting and defeating superstars. Nevertheless, critics have often pointed out certain scorecard anomalies in Canelo’s fights, which imply some of his wins may have been less convincing than they should have been.
Taking into consideration the statistics and performances of both fighters, Crawford’s claims are certainly plausible. Crawford has displayed his dominance against every opponent he’s faced, moving through divisions seamlessly while maintaining an unbeatable record, which is no easy task.
Contentious as it may seem, why Crawford’s assertion matters in the greater sphere of boxing is its implication on the P4P ranking, a title every professional boxer covets. Essentially, the P4P is a theoretical ranking that aims to discern who the best fighter is when weight classes are disregarded.
Therefore, within this framework, Crawford fiercely contends his superiority. “I believe my versatility makes me the top P4P fighter,” he affirmed. With more than 13 years in the ring, Crawford believes his extensive boxing repertoire gives him the upper hand.
Given the head-to-head comparison and evaluation of their respective careers, the debate on who is truly the more dominant P4P fighter rages on. Crawford’s claims certainly hold weight. However, the ultimate decision rests in the hands of the governing bodies and analysts, but not without heavy consideration to the voice of the fans.
One thing is certain: Crawford and Canelo remain two exceptionally talented boxers who demonstrate skill, resilience, and sportsmanship at the highest level of the sport. Either of them arguably earns the right to be called the greatest pound-for-pound boxer in today’s era.
Until that is unequivocally determined, boxing fans around the globe will continue to revel in the sight of these remarkable pugilists showcasing their art within the squared circle.
