Last Updated on September 13, 2025 by Boxing Schedule
So here we are. September 13, Allegiant Stadium in Vegas. Canelo Álvarez, the boss at 168, putting his undisputed crown on the line against Terence Crawford, who apparently refuses to stay in one weight class. Netflix is streaming it for everyone — no PPV fee, which is probably the only easy win of the night.
Two legends, different builds, different habits in the ring. And one question that keeps hanging in the air: can Crawford really out-think a guy who can break ribs with a single hook?
Canelo: Still the Hammer, Still Waiting for a Nail
Canelo doesn’t complicate things. He’ll stalk you, let you throw, and then crack you with a counter so heavy you’ll rethink your career choices. His body work? That’s not boxing, that’s plumbing. He shuts pipes down, and he’s been doing it for years.
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What he does best: Counterpunching, liver shots, cutting space inch by inch.
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What could bite him: If Crawford keeps circling, does Canelo’s gas tank hold up?
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The picture in your head: Think of a stubborn pit bull slowly cornering you. At some point, you run out of room.
Crawford: The Guy Who Downloads You Then Dismantles You
Bud fights like a chess hustler in the park. First few rounds, he’s quiet, reading you. Then suddenly, he’s smirking and landing shots you didn’t even see coming. Southpaw, orthodox, doesn’t matter. He adjusts and punishes mistakes. But now he’s fighting a natural 168-pounder. That’s a different animal.
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What he does best: Switching stances, sharp counters, breaking you down mentally.
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What could sink him: He’s giving up bulk, plain and simple. Tricky footwork won’t feel so clever when Canelo’s in your chest.
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The picture in your head: The guy at the poker table who never shows his cards until you’re broke.
The Weight Elephant in the Room
Look, Crawford’s done the “move up and embarrass everyone” routine before. But 168 isn’t 147. Canelo isn’t some blown-up welter. He’s a squat tank built for this division, and he knows how to use it. If Crawford can pull this off, it’s one of the biggest tricks in modern boxing. If not, well, he finally found a ceiling.
Canelo’s To-Do List
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Trap him in the corners, force pocket fights.
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Pound the ribs until Bud slows down.
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Drag it into late rounds where size takes over.
Crawford’s To-Do List
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Keep switching stances to mess with Canelo’s rhythm.
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Box at range, don’t get greedy.
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Land something sharp early to let Canelo know he’s not walking through this.
How to Watch
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Date: Saturday, September 13, 2025
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Start Time: 9 p.m. ET / 6 p.m. PT / 2 a.m. BST (Sunday UK)
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Venue: Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas
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Streaming: Live worldwide on Netflix (included in all plans, no PPV fee)
So, is Crawford about to pull off his wildest stunt yet, jumping into Canelo’s division and stealing the crown? Or is this the night where brains meet a brick wall, and the brick wall wins? That’s why we’ll all be watching.
