At long last, Errol Spence Jr. and Terence Crawford are closer than ever to fighting for welterweight supremacy this fall, and unlike Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao, this matchup is materializing while both are still in the prime of their careers. An expert in all things combat sports, he has interviewed some of the best fighters in the world, including the likes of Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk. . It could lead to an intriguing end of 2022 for the sport. Why yall not gonna take us? Crawford rose to No. Why Errol Spence Jr. and Terence Crawford are not fighting: Top reasons why welterweight unification boxing match delayed | Sporting News PHO MIL 96 96 4th Quarter - 2:39 BRK ATL 17 17. At the moment, the 35-year-old is said to be in talks to take on mandatory challenger Alexis Rocha. Spence called out Crawford after the fight, giving fans hope for a bout between the two. However, Crawford insists that that is all in the past, and he is looking forward to what the future holds. Coppinger would later provide an update on the fight when talking to Max Kellerman. The target date is Nov. 19 in Las Vegas. This is the rare time boxing marinated a matchup to perfection. As a promotional free agent after splitting from Top Rank, Crawford will earn a net-revenue percentage, so hes also requesting the power to approve all expenses. It arguably would be the biggest welterweight fight since Felix Trinidad . He defeated Jeff Horn in his first fight as a 147-pounder to win the WBO title. In that bout, Arum revealed that ESPN+ revenue accounted for 1/3 of all PPV buys -- another example of why he believes that a Spence-Crawford bout can't happen without Top Rank and its exclusive ESPN contract. According to Mike Tyson, it's disappointing that the fight between Errol Spence Jr. and Terence Crawford hasn't happened yet because it could have been really exciting. In 2018, Crawford beat Jeff Horn for the WBO welterweight title. Crawford (38-0, 29. Max Kellerman would end up telling Coppinger that there were disagreements in contract talks regarding events, expenses, and transparency. There was speculation Crawford would face Errol Spence in a long-awaited world unification fight, with November 19 as a penciled date. He says the pandemic has changed things in regards to promoters playing hardball, and he believes both sides would be motivated to make Spence-Crawford happen.\"That's yesterday's news. The good news - er, hopeful news - is they haven't shut down talks, by all accounts. They going around us. As far as what is next for Spence,Boxing Scenes Keith Idecis reporting that Spence will also be fighting someone else. The fight for which fans have clamored the past few years is close to becoming reality. Indeed, the clock is ticking for both Crawford and his meeting with the 32-year-old Spence (28-0, 22 KOs). 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Fighting Lopez creates a better opportunity for Taylor, but can he beat him? The parties remain in talks, meaning no final agreement has been reached, ESPN cautioned. Against Mikey Garcia, a technically sound fighter who was moving up in weight, Spence was the better boxer and systematically picked him apart. - YouTube 0:00 / 29:39 Terence Crawford vs Errol Spence Jr. - The Fight of the Century! Crawford has the WBO welterweight world title while Spence has accumulated the other three belts -- WBC, IBF and WBA. Both boxers are in the ESPN pound-for-pound top three and neither has come all that close to losing. There's little doubt either would one of the most anticipated fights of the year and draw plenty of viewers.Arum said he isn't worried that Crawford could leave Top Rank for PBC once his deal is up and noted that due to the money involved it was needed to be a two-promotion deal rather than PBC's Al Haymon taking it on himself.\"It's to everybody's benefit for us to do it together,\" Arum said. Women's boxing pound-for-pound rankings: Did Baumgardner do enough to overtake Serrano? After failing to secure a full unification bout against Errol Spence Jr. late last year, Crawford, somewhat reluctantly, opted to defend his crown against fringe contender, David Avanesyan. He has defended the belt five times, the last fight a TKO victory over Shawn Porter in November. \"If the fighters want guarantees, I think Haymon would be reluctant to face that bill himself. Theres no promotion company thats blocking it, theres no wrong side of the street, theres no nothing. Terence #Crawford (36-0, 27 KOs), ESPN's No.1 pound-for-pound boxer, will showcase his skill set next Saturday against former welterweight Kell Brook (39-2, . \"Everybody is working together. "I grew up as a boxing fan so when Errol was at the Olympics fighting for the USA team I was rooting for him. Crawford, meanwhile, won his first title fighting at 135 pounds but has filled out nicely at 147 and possesses uncanny strength for the division. In the days leading up to Crawford's decision to fight Avanesyan, Boxing Scene reported that the Spence side felt Crawford was not committed to making the fight happen. Spence didn't drop a single point in a unanimous decision victory. He also said he was willing to accept Haymon's offer of $0 guaranteed. A 2009 Golden Gloves champion, Spence made his pro debut in 2012. The winner won't just be recognized as the unquestioned best boxer in the stacked welterweight division; he'll probably be the undisputed pound-for-pound king. The triumph of Michael B. Jordan and Jonathan Majors in Creed III. Crawford would continue his attempts to explain why a fight between the two fell through on Instagram Live. Per ESPN's Mike Coppinger, the two superstar boxers have. He claims that his concerns over having transparency on the revenues and expenses for the fight was the big issue that killed the negotiations. Spence could also face Keith Thurman, the formerWBA welterweight champion. Ive got two people on my hitlist, Spence first and then Jermell.. "I was really looking forward to the Errol Spence fight. It looks like we might have to wait a little bit longer. The Errol Spence Jr.-Terence Crawford undisputed welterweight championship fight is in jeopardy because of a lingering dispute regarding the contract, sources told ESPN. -- Baby. But if talks for the first bout continue to drag out, it's conceivable that Crawford, 35, will want another fight before facing Spence. 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Those are the other likely contenders here, but if there's a definitive winner of Spence-Crawford without any controversy (it's boxing, so you never know), that fighter should be No. Im like, Al, listen, you know, man, I got this big hedge fund company out there. "There's nothing standing in the way from us fighting. Spence also teasedmoving up in weightin an interview with the Dallas Morning News. I hit up Al. ESPN takes an early look at this potential super fight. And the WBO welterweight world champion opened up about his frustrations that they haven't been able to make the fight up until now. Get live play-by-play and official results from Jon Jones vs. Ciryl Gane and Valentina Shevchenko vs. Alexa Grasso at UFC 285 in Las Vegas. "In my eyes it was never anything that would stop a great fight from happening. They've both displayed mean streaks in the ring, too: Spence is coming off a TKO victory over Yordenis Ugas in April while Crawford stopped Shawn Porter in his most recent performance in November. ", MORE: Boxing Schedule 2022: Date, division, location for upcoming fights. Spence is just two spots behind him. Just picturing myself walking down that aisle to put on a great show. That was the last fight under his deal with Bob Arum and Top Rank. In 2017, he beat Kell Brook for the IBF welterweight title and has defended it six times. An undisputed welterweight championship fight between Terence Crawford and Errol Spence Jr. is being targeted for Nov. 19. Errol Spence Jr VS Terence Crawford - FULL FIGHT PREVIEW Home Of Boxing 40.3K subscribers Subscribe 125K views 7 months ago Errol Spence just a few months ago took down Yordenis. You'll now receive the top MMA Junkie stories each day directly in your inbox. Daniel Yanofsky is a combat sports editor at The Sporting News. Prior to that bout, Spence told TMZ Sports a showdown with Crawford was what he wanted to do next. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! The reporter asked if Mike Tyson thinks that Errol Spence Jr vs Terence Crawford fight not taking place is hurting the boxing world. Copyright 2023 Sporting News Holdings Limited. It was the second major setback of Spence's career after an October 2019 car crash led to him being hospitalized. If the rematch clause is triggered, the winner will earn the majority of the revenue for the return bout, sources said. But if the clause is initiated, the winner will earn the majority of the purse for a return bout. It is the most action fans may see in 2022 between the two. The Sporting News will be keeping an eye on all Spence-Crawford fight news and will be providing more information when it is released. [Spence] had to go back and ask Al for permission, you know, if he can, you know, take this big chunk, a lump sum of money, to fight Terence Crawford, Crawford said, via Boxing Scene. It might mean the best of the rest at 147 pounds will have to be patient for a while. Crawford turns 35 on Sept. 28, but he's the best there is at the moment. He believes now is the perfect time to pull the trigger. At long last, Errol Spence Jr. and Terence Crawford are closer than ever to . Not one, but two. It appears a welterweight title showdown is close to being finalized. Spence, a 32-year-old from Desoto, Texas, who is aligned with Al Haymon's PBC, returned from surgery to repair a detached retina to score a 10th-round TKO of Yordenis Ugas in April to add the WBA belt to go along with his WBC and WBA titles. Crawford, from Omaha, also claims he has always held rival Spence in high regard as he recognises his achievements in the ring. While he doesn't believe that Crawford is eschewing his well-respected son, Bozy does have an inkling as to why they haven't been given the call. The issue, as always, came down to the fractured nature of boxing. Boxing fans across the world have been desperate to see the pair, 32 and 34 respectively, to share the ring with one another. Terence Crawford is adamant he will fight Errol Spence Jr in 2022 - while at the same time calling out Jermell Charlo. 1 and 3 in the ESPN pound-for-pound rankings, so it would make sense that the winner would secure the top spot. News of Crawford (39-0, 30 KOs) possibly squaring off against Rocha next, however, was met by an incredulous look from Derek Bozy Ennis, father and trainer of highly ranked contender, Jaron Boots Ennis. Terence Crawford, now a promotional free agent, told ESPN there's "nothing standing in the way" of making a deal to fight Errol Spence Jr. in 2022. And now theres this a contractual glitch as the boxing world waits for a dream fight that may never happen. For over 20+ minutes, Crawford went in-depth about how representatives from two unnamed hedge funds offered guaranteed purses of $25 million for himself and Spence. With no promotional ties shackling Crawford to a certain network and further complicating matters, team Ennis would love to sit down and discuss a possible bout. "Bud" is the better finisher and owns a better punch variety. -- Rothstein. 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That could mean that Crawford remains committed to a fight with Spence but wanted to stay busy until a deal could be reached. "There's never been any stumbling blocks. Sources: Spence-Crawford at risk; delay likely, The triumph of Michael B. Jordan and Jonathan Majors in Creed III. Highly anticipated welterweight unification boxing match in the works, Boxing's top 25 under 25: Ranking the best young stars in 2022, Boxing Schedule 2022: Date, division, location for upcoming fights. The good news is most of these fighters are still in their 20s -- all but 33-year-old Thurman -- and Benn, Ortiz and Ennis are 25 or younger. You know, they claim they know you. He did not fight again until December 2020. But now its another waiting game and getting reminiscent of the massive delays that fans endured to see Manny Pacquiao vs. Floyd Mayweather in May 2015 a matchup that wouldve been more entertaining a few years earlier when both fighters were still in their prime. February 25, 2023 11:34 AM 2 min read. The proposed deal includes a bilateral rematch clause that the loser will have the right to exercise. Then, you know, its high risk, I mean, high reward. If thats the case, you know, I cant see a fight thats been doing millions [of pay-per-view buys], you know, since Floyd and them. Crawford, 35, has been a pound-for-pound beast for years, and he looked like the 147-pound king that he is when he scored a 10th-round TKO victory over Shawn Porter to retain his WBO title last. "The Truth" attempted to clear the flames, or add onto it depending on who you are, by responding to Crawford. What could get really interesting is if some of those fighters decide they want to fight each other in the meantime. The 35-year-old is currently ranked . 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Spence, No. Speaking on The Porter Way podcast, Crawford - who stopped Shawn Porter in ten rounds last November - said: Im excited about it, man, I just cant wait until the contract gets signed and I get to go to training camp. We're not icing him out,\" Arum said. This one will be worth the wait. (AP [+] Photo/Jeffrey McWhorter). A free agent, Crawford would sue Bob Arum and Top Rank, seeking nearly $10 million after alleging revolting racist bias that resulted in him failing to secure big money fights. The outlet is reporting that organizers are targeting Nov. 19 in Las Vegas. He anticipates revisiting that deal if the situation improves or there is a vaccine in 2021.Arum indicated Crawford, Pacquiao and both promotion sides were happy with the money before the fight was squashed. Spence (28-0, 22 KOs) was set to fight Manny Pacquiao in August 2021 but withdrew from the matchup because of the eye injury. The fight for which fans have clamored the past few years is close to becoming reality. So this division is set up to be one of the best in the sport both in the present and in the future. Negotiations for a fight against Crawford have froze for now. -- Coppinger. When Crawford became a promotional free agent, the biggest road block to the megafight for all four belts was removed. facebook twitter whatsapp. MORE:Boxing Schedule 2022: Date, division, location for upcoming fights, (Crawfords) been stalling for months, I couldve fought in November, Spencewould tweetbefore Crawfords fight became official. Terence Crawford vs Errol Spence Jr. - The Fight of the Century! Spence has the length and the power to do damage on the outside. Nobody is icing out anybody. The boxing community has been waiting years for a match between Errol Spence Jr. and Terence Crawford. Per ESPN's Mike Coppinger, the two boxing superstars are "closing in" on an . Al told me straight up, Im not letting anybody touch this fight. Like, All right, cool., MORE:Stop blaming Jake Paul for killing boxing's integrity, "But Im like, Why? He like, Why would you wanna put a ceiling on yourself? Editor's note: This story was originally published in June and has been updated with newt information about the fight. Details on the issues at 5 p.m. It has been a year since Crawford's last fight, beating Shawn Porter in November 2021. And Ive been waiting for this moment all my life to show everybody that doubts me who Terence Crawford is. For now, that sextet is the group of fighters who should be considered. If it cratered, he would lose a lot money. He suggested AT\u0026T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, or Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas as two options to have the fight with limited spectators and receive a good gate.Spence (26-0, 21 KOs) will fight former two-division champion Danny Garcia (36-2, 21 KOs) on Dec. 5 on FOX PPV. Theres nothing standing in the way from us fighting, Crawford told ESPN in April. As part of the agreement, there is a bilateral rematch clause that the loser of the fight will have the right to exercise. This way he would have a partner in the money.\"Arum cited the Deontay Wilder-Tyson Fury bouts as evidence he could get a deal done with rival Haymon. Probably, although there are some other fighters who might have a say, particularly Naoya Inoue with his impressive TKO victory over Nonito Donaire in their June rematch. UFC 285 takes place Saturday inLas Vegas, and you can discuss the event here. The hangup now, according to Coppinger: Crawford (38-0, 29 KOs) wants transparency in regards to event expenses because the terms say nothing of guaranteed money. "That's the fight I feel like only makes sense because it would just be one belt left," he said. The company rarely does business with Top Rank, Crawford's longtime promoter, but Crawford and Top Rank parted ways after his victory over Shawn Porter in November. Boxing pound-for-pound rankings: Artur Beterbiev punches his way into the top 10, but who's out? (AP [+] Photo/Chase Stevens), This is a BETA experience. How do Spence and Crawford match up? Will fight fans actually see Spence vs. Crawford at some point in 2023? Terence #Crawford (36-0, 27 KOs), ESPN's No.1 pound-for-pound boxer, will showcase his skill set next Saturday against former welterweight Kell Brook (39-2, 27 KOs), but many eyes around boxing are on what he will seek next provided he can handle businessCrawford and his team are aiming big sources have told LTM Luxurytainment MediaTop Rank CEO Bob Arum told LTM on Saturday that he only has two names in mind for Crawford's bout after Brook -- WBA champion Manny Pacquiao or IBF and WBC champion Errol Spence Jr. -- and plans to make one of them happen in the first half of 2021. After failing to secure a full unification bout against Errol Spence Jr. late last year, Crawford, somewhat reluctantly, opted to defend his crown against fringe contender, David Avanesyan. Crawford's win over Porter is a prime example of how methodical he can be in the ring. "All these stipulations and all these wrong sides of the streets, all these different promotional companies and all these different types of things, they made them up for Terence Crawford. Spence was scheduled to fight Pacquiao in August 2021 but canceled the clash due to his injured retina. Crawford, Boxing Junkies No. Streaming service BLK Prime will distribute the bout for $39.95. -- Mike Coppinger. He asked Crawford to share the contract that was offered and asked where the money from the hedge funds were coming from. As expected, the Russian native provided Crawford with minimal resistance as he was ultimately crushed via sixth-round stoppage. "I'm excited about this opportunity," Crawford told ESPN. Issues with contracts, promoters, and timing have delayed it from happening. The Sporting News will provide more updates on Spence-Crawford when they are available. When will Errol Spence Jr. and Terence Crawford fight? Errol Spence's fight with Terence Crawford is in jeopardy because of a contract dispute. Crawford recently left long-time promoter Top Rank, which evidently has made it easier to make a fight with the PBC-managed Spence. The Errol Spence-Terence Crawford undisputed welterweight championship fight is in jeopardy due to lingering contract issues, sources tell ESPN, and if the fight does take place, it won't be Nov . Although nothing is set in stone as of yet, Roiman Villa, after scoring the upset victory over Rashidi Ellis, has been floated around as a possible opponent. If the pay-per-view fight set for Las Vegas is finalized, it won't take place on the targeted date of Nov. 19 but rather in December or even January, sources said. Tom is a Senior Writer at GiveMeSport, based in the UK. So, too, could Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk, who just beat Anthony Joshua a second time. After Crawford defeated Amir Khan on April 20 at Madison Square Garden, Bob Arum wasted no time calling out . He wears the IBF, WBA and WBC belts. Welcome back Scientists! There's also a man not yet mentioned, former No. July 10, 2022 4:58 AM 1 min read. Why you wanna put a cap on yourself? Im like, Well, thats not putting a cap on myself if this company is taking a risk? You know, two companies willing to put $20-plus million in both of our pockets, guaranteed. ESPN's Mike Coppinger. The target date was late November, and then December. Let's see who the best welterweight in the world is. Please check your email for a confirmation. Its ok like I said I been ready since I came in this division and all Ive heard was excuses after excuses get a belt, you taken the easy road, Im on the wrong side of the street, why I want this in the contract and now fight next year whats next. Spence is bigger, perhaps stronger, and owns the better jab. If true, that would mean the sands of time in the hourglass have been running faster to the end than expected. Crawford became light-welterweight champion in 2014 and, by 2017 held the WBO, WBC, WBA, and IBF titles. Terence Crawford doubled down on moving on from a potential unification bout with fellow welterweight titleholder Errol Spence Jr. But Spence is more defensively responsible. Fight us.. Since Crawford (38-0, 29 KOs) will earn a percentage of the net revenue, he wants the ability to approve expenses, sources said. Why Errol Spence Jr. and Terence Crawford are not fighting: Top reasons why welterweight unification boxing match delayed, Stop blaming Jake Paul for killing boxing's integrity, Boxing Schedule 2022: Date, division, location for upcoming fights. There's no promotion company that's blocking it, there's no wrong side of the street, there's no nothing. This year. This is one of boxing's youngest, deepest, most intriguing divisions. Crawford moved up to welterweight in 2018 after competing as a light welterweight for the previous three years. The bout with Crawford will crown an undisputed champion, something that seemed almost impossible in the past. Presently, the smooth switch-hitter is waiting by the phone for his next assignment. 1. Look for the left hook to land against the fellow southpaw. Lets see who the best welterweight in the world is.. He already owned the WBC and IBF titles in the division. He did not fight again until December 2020. Spence demonstrated on Saturday night that he's at least close to his best. A rematch clause and revenue details needed to be discussed. Inoue has a true claim. The Crawford-Spence bout is a title unifier the boxing world has been craving for years. Spence-Crawford is one of the most anticipated boxing matches in some time, and with good reason. This shapes up as a genuine coin-flip fight in a sport that too often serves up mismatches in major bouts. TM & 2023 BoxingScene.All Rights Reserved. Their strengths and weaknesses and what it's going to take for each to come o. The boxers have never been regarded in as high esteem as they are now. Spence (28-0, 22 KOs) is repped by Al Haymon's PBC . Join MMA Junkie Radio's "Gorgeous" George and "Goze" for a live-streamed watch-along of UFC 285 in Las Vegas. After suffering his first loss in boxing, what now for Jake Paul? The proposed welterweight unification boxing match between Errol Spence Jr. and Terence Crawford is reportedly "in jeopardy" because of unresolved contract issues. Between that, Spence's abilities as an inside fighter and the size differential between the two men, Crawford's best strategy might be to control the action on the outside and try to look for angles and windows to throw power counters. How do Terence Crawford and Errol Spence Jr. match up? Spence has held the IBF welterweight championship since defeating Kell Brook in 2017. "Terence Crawford divided a side of the street. 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Spence Jr. Vs Crawford is a fight everyone's clamoring for. He most recently defeated Shawn Porter via 10th-round TKO to retain the WBO welterweight title in November 2021. Spence, like the majority of the sport's elite welterweights, is aligned with PBC. You may opt-out by. Fighting Lopez creates a better opportunity for Taylor, but can he beat him? One of the biggest fights in boxing has been locked in negotiations for several months as fans await to . Spence beat Ugas via TKO after Ugas' eye was swollen shut. Crawford (39-0, 30 KOs), a promotional free agent after leaving Top Rank when his contract expired following the Porter fight, defeated Avanesyan by sixth-round KO on Dec. 10.