Terence Crawford Eyes Next Fight, But His Bitter Rival Is Blocking Him
by Forbes
Forbes— Terence Crawford seemed set to chase another world title to add to his impeccable resume, but Jermell Charlo has positioned himself in the way of Bud’s plan.
talkSPORT—Terence Crawford was targeted for alternative fight with Canelo Alvarez’s rival before Israil Madrimov clash was made. David Benavidez claims he was offered a fight with Terence Crawford by HE Turki Alalshikh before the Israil Madrimov bout was made. However, the proposed weight was a step too far for Benavidez and
CBS Sports—Terence Crawford next fight: Former undisputed champ set for debut at 154 pounds vs. Israil Madrimov. Crawford is back looking to make a statement in a third weight class after conquering both 140 and 147 pounds.
ESPN—Sources - Terence Crawford to fight Israil Madrimov for title. Terence Crawford, ESPN's No. 1 pound-for-pound boxer, will move up to 154 pounds to challenge Israil Madrimov for his WBA junior middleweight title Aug. 3 in Los Angeles