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  • Brian Norman Sr. Says Jaron Ennis Has Not Earned A Terence Crawford Comparison

    Brian Norman Sr. Says Jaron Ennis Has Not Earned A Terence Crawford Comparison

    Brian Norman Sr. says Jaron Ennis has not earned the right to be mentioned alongside Terence Crawford, arguing his reputation was built on gym stories rather than victories over elite opposition.

    Speaking to MillCity Boxing, Norman Sr. was direct in his assessment of Ennis.

    “I think Boots is a good fighter, but I think he’s no better than anybody else. I do not think he’s a special talent.”

    Norman Sr. questioned the sparring tales that have followed Ennis out of Philadelphia for years.

    “He’s a great gym fighter to me. That whole aura when you in your hometown. Everybody in the gym stop watching like it’s amazing. But guess what? Ain’t nobody getting hurt. Ain’t nobody going to sleep.”

    On the subject of a potential Crawford-Ennis fight, Norman Sr. said Ennis was offered the opportunity and declined.

    “No, because they really did offer the man to fight. He clearly said that we loyal to Espinosa. You talking about a guy who still to this day ain’t fought nobody like that.”

    Norman Sr. acknowledged Ennis’ dominant win over Eimantas Stanionis but framed it as evidence of the problem rather than proof of elite status.

    “Stanionis was his biggest test, and he passed with flying colors. But you talking about a guy that had never been tested.”

    He summarized his position plainly.

    “We haven’t had a chance to even see him show out in front of anybody because he hasn’t been in the ring with anybody of his level.”

  • Terence Crawford Sends Errol Spence Jr. a Public Message of Support Ahead of His Comeback Fight

    Terence Crawford Sends Errol Spence Jr. a Public Message of Support Ahead of His Comeback Fight

    Terence Crawford has publicly supported Errol Spence Jr., his former rival, as Spence Jr. prepares for a comeback fight against Tim Tszyu on July 25 in Australia, posting a message of encouragement on X that caught attention across the boxing world.

    “Good seeing you back out there. Get to it, I’ll be there supporting.”

    Crawford stopped Spence in nine rounds in July 2023 to claim the WBC, IBF, and WBA welterweight titles in a result that sent shockwaves through the sport. Many had expected Spence to win and become the undisputed champion in that fight. Instead, Crawford took the belts and went on to become a three-division undisputed king by defeating Canelo Alvarez last September before announcing his retirement in December.

    Spence has not competed since that defeat. His return against Tszyu is scheduled at super welterweight (154 pounds), giving him an additional 7 pounds to work with as he attempts to reinvent himself as a contender in a new division.

    Tszyu finds himself in a similar rebuilding position. He has not recorded a meaningful victory since outpointing Brian Mendoza in 2023, with back-to-back defeats to Sebastian Fundora and Bakhram Murtazaliev having pushed him away from the world title picture.

  • Canelo vs. Crawford Generated $303.9M Economic Impact for Las Vegas

    Canelo vs. Crawford Generated $303.9M Economic Impact for Las Vegas

    The Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford super middleweight championship fight generated $303.9 million in total economic impact for Las Vegas, according to a new study conducted by research firm Applied Analysis and announced by TKO on Tuesday.

    The September 13, 2025, Riyadh Season showdown at Allegiant Stadium drew 70,482 fans, marking the largest boxing event attendance in Nevada history. The fight streamed globally on Netflix and became the most-watched men’s championship boxing match of the century.

    Canelo vs. Crawford Economic Breakdown

    The Applied Analysis study found that the event produced $73.8 million in salaries and wages, supported 1,335 local jobs, and generated $15.8 million in fiscal impact from taxes paid by the organization and visitor spending.

    Nearly all of the crowd traveled from outside Las Vegas. Per the study, 95.6% of attendees were non-local, with 10.1% traveling internationally. A staggering 94.8% of attendees said they traveled to Las Vegas specifically for the fight.

    Part of $626M Combined TKO Impact

    The Canelo vs. Crawford figures were released alongside WWE’s WrestleMania 41 numbers as part of a combined $626.1 million economic impact announcement. WrestleMania 41, held April 19-20, 2025, at the same venue, delivered $322.2 million in economic output.

    “The findings confirm what we saw firsthand: these were both extraordinarily impactful events for Las Vegas,” said Steve Hill, CEO and President of the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. “More than a successful fight night and WrestleMania spectacle, these were true destination drivers that compelled fans to travel here for the experience.”

    WrestleMania 42 Returns This Weekend

    The announcement comes as WrestleMania 42 returns to Allegiant Stadium this Saturday, April 18, and Sunday, April 19, marking the second consecutive year Las Vegas hosts WWE’s flagship event.

    The fight, orchestrated by HE Turki Alalshikh, Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority, in collaboration with TKO, Dana White, and Sela, set a new benchmark for boxing’s economic footprint in the city.

  • Terence Crawford Believes He Has ‘A Little Bit of All’ of Four Kings Era Boxers

    Terence Crawford Believes He Has ‘A Little Bit of All’ of Four Kings Era Boxers

    Terence Crawford recently commented on comparisons between himself and the legendary Four Kings of 1980s boxing. The retired champion, who hung up his gloves in December last year with a flawless 42-0 record, shared his perspective on how he measures up against the iconic quartet.

    The Four Kings era of the 1980s featured some of boxing’s most memorable rivalries. The legendary group engaged in epic battles with one another that boxing fans continue to debate more than 30 years later.

    Crawford opened up on his own career while speaking to The Ring, and was asked how he believes he shaped up compared to each of Leonard, Hagler, Hearns and Duran.

    “To be honest, I had a little bit of all of them. I wouldn’t say I only had one of their styles because I do so much in the ring.

    “Like Marvin Hagler, I’m a southpaw. Like Sugar Ray Leonard, I can box on my toes. Like Roberto Duran, I can roll with the punches, catch, shoot, and throw from underneath. With Tommy Hearns, I can fight from the outside with a good, sharp jab.

    I’m all of that in one. … [I would fight] any of them – just pick one of them.”

    Crawford’s Historic Career

    Crawford retired as one of the most decorated fighters in boxing history. He won 18 major world championships across five weight classes, including undisputed titles at light welterweight, welterweight, and super middleweight.

    The Omaha native became the only boxer to hold The Ring magazine title in four divisions. He is also one of just three four-division lineal champions in the sport’s history.

    Unmatched Dominance

    Crawford’s final fight came on September 12, last year, when he defeated Saul Alvarez by unanimous decision over 12 rounds in Las Vegas. The victory secured the WBA, IBF, WBC, and WBO super middleweight titles, capping a remarkable career spanning 2008 to 2025.

    Throughout his career, Crawford was never knocked down. He compiled an 11-fight consecutive knockout streak in world title fights and finished with 31 knockouts in 42 victories.

  • Terence Crawford Reveals Boxer Who Truly Hurt Him

    Terence Crawford Reveals Boxer Who Truly Hurt Him

    Terence Crawford, who retired late last year with an undefeated 42-0 record (31 KOs), has revealed the one boxer who truly hurt him during his career. Crawford retired as a five-division world champion, ending his career after defeating Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez.

    Crawford announced his retirement on December 17, 2025, via a video on his YouTube channel. He held undisputed titles in three weight divisions: junior welterweight, welterweight, and super middleweight. Crawford was stripped of the WBC super middleweight title earlier in the month before his retirement announcement due to failure to pay a sanctioning fee.

    Crawford Was Hurt

    Speaking to Daily Mail Boxing, two-weight world champion Regis Prograis conveyed Crawford’s words about being in trouble against former Olympian Yuriorkis Gamboa, believing he was susceptible to the Cuban’s shots due to cutting weight.

    “Terence Crawford went up two divisions and he still took shots from Canelo. He said ‘the only time I’ve been hurt was by [Yuriorkis] Gamboa and that was when I was at 135, I was too small. I’ve been in the gym, sparring these big guys and the punches don’t do nothing.’ So, really the extra weight is a benefit.”

    Crawford had clashed with Yuriorkis Gamboa in 2014 as the first defence of his WBO lightweight world title. It was certainly a tricky test for any new champion, given the Cuban’s skillset and impressive amateur pedigree.

    The champion scored four knockdowns in total on his way to a ninth-round stoppage. In that final round, he was caught and wobbled himself. Gamboa then went for the final strike but was ultimately punished for it when Crawford survived the storm.

  • Canelo vs. Crawford Nominated for SBJ Event of the Year Award

    Canelo vs. Crawford Nominated for SBJ Event of the Year Award

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    One of boxing’s biggest recent showdowns is getting its flowers from the broader sports business community.

    Sports Business Journal has nominated Canelo Álvarez vs. Terence Crawford for Sports Event of the Year at the 19th Annual Sports Business Awards.

    The bout competes in the category alongside the 2025 World Series, the NFL Draft at Titletown, NHL Stadium Series Tampa, and Fanatics Fest NYC — a testament to the fight’s crossover appeal and its status as one of the most commercially significant combat sports events of the past year.

    The winners will be determined by a panel of industry executives and revealed at a live event on May 20, 2026, at the New York Marriott Marquis Times Square.

    A nod in this category underscores boxing’s continued relevance on the national sports business stage.