Terence Crawford Dominates Israel Madrimov to Secure WBA Junior Middleweight Title

📆 Date: August 11, 2024

📍Location: Los Angeles, CA

Terence Crawford has once again solidified his position as one of boxing’s greatest, securing a hard-fought victory over Israel Madrimov to claim the WBA junior middleweight title. The fight, held in Los Angeles, marked Crawford’s debut in the 154-pound division, where he won by unanimous decision with scores of 116-112, 115-113, and 115-113. This victory makes Crawford a four-division world champion, adding to his already impressive legacy.

Crawford’s Path to Victory

Crawford (41-0, 31 KOs) displayed his trademark skill and resilience against Madrimov, who proved to be a formidable opponent. The fight was Crawford’s first to go the distance since 2016, breaking his 11-fight knockout streak. Madrimov (10-1-1, 7 KOs) showed incredible durability and tactical prowess, keeping Crawford on his toes throughout the bout.

“Israil was a tough competitor,” Crawford acknowledged after the fight. “He’s strong, durable, and took a lot of good shots. He had fast feet, good rhythm, and was always looking to counter me, just as I was trying to counter him.”

Future Plans: A Possible Clash with Canelo Alvarez

Crawford’s win has shaken up the junior middleweight rankings, propelling him to the No. 1 spot in the division. Despite his success at 154 pounds, Crawford hinted at a potential move up in weight to challenge undisputed super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez.

If the money’s right, we got a fight,” Crawford said, referring to a possible showdown with Alvarez. However, he also noted that Alvarez is currently focused on his upcoming fight against Edgar Berlanga on September 14.

For now, Crawford plans to relish his victory and assess his next move carefully, while the boxing world eagerly anticipates what’s next for the newly crowned junior middleweight king.

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