Highlights
- Terence Crawford showcases bulked-up physique, hinted transition to 154lb weight class after securing welterweight title.
- Crawford applies as mandatory challenger for WBO belt, eyeing three-time undisputed champion title, held off by Spence's surgery.
- Fans impressed by Crawford's fitness level for move to 154lbs, anticipate dominance in new weight class and potential future matchups.
Terence Crawford flaunted his bulked up physique during a recent workout session. Having secured victory over Errol Spence to claim the title of undisputed welterweight world champion last year, Crawford is now reportedly preparing to shift his focus to the 154-pound weight class. Meanwhile, in an upcoming match, Tim Tszyu is set to face Sebastian Fundora for the WBO and WBC belts next week.
According to reports, Crawford is exercising his right as the WBO welterweight champion, and has successfully applied to be designated as the mandatory challenger for the victor. Initially eyeing a bid to become a three-time undisputed champion by challenging Jermell Charlo after his decisive triumph over Errol Spence, Crawford encountered a change in circumstances as Charlo's belts have since become vacant.
Crawford, with a record of 40 wins, no losses, and 31 knockouts, has been inactive since his commanding victory over Spence Jr last July. However, this hiatus wasn't of his making. Following Spence's activation of his rematch clause, Crawford found himself in a state of uncertainty, only for the situation to become irrelevant when Spence opted for surgery instead, allowing the deadline to elapse.
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‘Bud’ Is Always In The Gym
In response to a recent photo showcasing Terence Crawford's bulked-up physique, fans took to social media to express their thoughts.
One user commented, "Bud looking big and bulky 👀," while even an Errol Spence supporter acknowledged Crawford's physical condition, stating, "I never seen Bud out of shape or even look heavy his whole career. Real deal professional. I’m still team Big Fish though 🦈."
Another commenter expressed confidence in Crawford's readiness for a move to the 154-pound weight class, asserting, "Looks ready for the jump to 154, I don’t think anybody is a threat to him there."
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Fans have long dreamed of a showdown between Crawford and Canelo Alvarez, the reigning undisputed champion at 168lbs. Yet, Alvarez has displayed no inclination towards such a matchup. Meanwhile, Jaron Ennis has publicly challenged Crawford, but Crawford himself has made it clear that he intends to ascend to a higher weight class prior to facing Spence.
