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Canelo vs Terence Crawford Rumours Gather Momentum With Eddie Hearn Insisting Super-Fight Cannot Happen In Saudi Arabia 645p2e

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Published14 Jan 2025

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Matchroom Boxing kingpin Eddie Hearn believes a super-fight between Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez and Terence Crawford can happen in 2025, but only in America. Hearn, who has previously worked with ‘Canelo’, believes the fight only works in America and not in Saudi Arabia.

Canelo vs Terence Crawford Super-Fight Rumours Gather Momentum 5p3j4q

Rumours of a Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez vs Terence Crawford super-fight have hit new heights, after both fighters were separately pictured with His Excellency Turki Alalshikh recently in London.

Both fighters reportedly had separate meetings with the Saudi Arabia boxing chief, but fans are speculating as to what the meetings have been about. Given that a potential Canelo vs Crawford fight has been discussed previously, 99% of fans feel the fight is edging closer.

Should a fight between the great ‘Canelo‘ and Crawford materialise, it would be one of the biggest in the sport and one that would capture the fight fan’s imagination all over the world. Whether or not the fight happens remains to be seen, but the rumours have certainly gathered pace at a rapid rate this past week.

Time will tell whether or not Canelo vs Crawford happens in 2025 or not. The fight seems unlikely due to the weight differences, but that isn’t to say it won’t go ahead. His Excellency has made some incredible fights this past year to 18 months, so who’s to doubt him making Canelo vs Crawford too.

The separate meetings between Turki Alalshikh and the two fighters in London have certainly heightened any previous rumours of a Canelo vs Crawford clash. Fuel has been added to the fire, and it seems that the boxing mega-fight is closer to being announced than ever.

Eddie Hearn: ‘Canelo vs Crawford Only Works For Me In America’ 1w1o3h

Big time boxing is well and truly back. Fans are getting to see the biggest and best fights in the sport today, mainly thanks to His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, who’s vision and money has made it possible to stage some of the biggest and best fights of the past year in Saudi Arabia.

Fighters such as Jai Opetaia have all boxed in Saudi Arabia recently in big fights, with Turki Alalshikh to thank for their career-high paydays and opportunities.

One man who is yet to fight on a Riyadh Season card is Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez. The great Mexican is yet to fight on any Riyadh Season card, but that could change in 2025. The Terence Crawford fight for later in the year looks like it’s close to being agreed, meaning ‘Canelo’ will officially become part of Riyadh Season.

However, Matchroom Boxing chairman Eddie Hearn, who worked with ‘Canelo’ for a brief period, believes that if the Canelo vs Crawford fight is to happen in 2025, it has to be in the USA, not Saudi Arabia.

“Canelo versus Crawford only works for me in America,” Hearn told DAZN.

“It’s just wherever Turki Alalshikh is going to be involved in that process. Like Benn-Eubank will be in England, but he will be involved to get it made.

“I’m not sure Canelo-Crawford happens in Saudi if I’m honest, or at all, but I don’t see a lot of options for Canelo at the moment.”

If Canelo vs Crawford does happen, it is likely to go down at the back end of the year.

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Having worked in the sports journalism and sports betting writing industry for several years now, Paul has gained vital skill, knowledge and expertise in a variety of different sports and industries. Paul is confident and competent at writing in-depth stories, features and betting predictions on a regular basis for SportsCasting. Having worked in the sports media industry ever since graduating from Liverpool John Moores University in 2020, where he attained a First Class Honours Degree in Sports Journalism, Paul has jumped at the opportunity to attend numerous live sporting events on a regular basis. This includes working at some high calibre boxing, darts, UFC and football events over the years. Paul has covered a whole host of sports for BBC Sport, as well as being a consistent and regular contributor at ESBR Boxing for several years before becoming a Director in March 2024. Paul’s expertise lies in a wide range of sports, but he is particularly specialised in boxing, MMA, golf, football, darts and horse racing. He is also well-rounded in various sports which he may be less familiar with. Working in sports he is less familiar with helps him learn new skills, as well as nurturing the ability to adapt and overcome potential obstacles. Being a sports fanatic, Paul relishes the opportunity at taking on new challenges and is happy to try his hand at anything. During his time studying at university, Paul had the opportunity to gain some vital work experience at both Everton Football Club and BBC Radio 1. This has helped Paul master his knowledge of sports writing, as well as learning new skills with competence and proficiency.

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Having worked in the sports journalism and sports betting writing industry for several years now, Paul has gained vital skill, knowledge and expertise in a variety of different sports and industries. Paul is confident and competent at writing in-depth stories, features and betting predictions on a regular basis for SportsCasting. Having worked in the sports media industry ever since graduating from Liverpool John Moores University in 2020, where he attained a First Class Honours Degree in Sports Journalism, Paul has jumped at the opportunity to attend numerous live sporting events on a regular basis. This includes working at some high calibre boxing, darts, UFC and football events over the years. Paul has covered a whole host of sports for BBC Sport, as well as being a consistent and regular contributor at ESBR Boxing for several years before becoming a Director in March 2024. Paul’s expertise lies in a wide range of sports, but he is particularly specialised in boxing, MMA, golf, football, darts and horse racing. He is also well-rounded in various sports which he may be less familiar with. Working in sports he is less familiar with helps him learn new skills, as well as nurturing the ability to adapt and overcome potential obstacles. Being a sports fanatic, Paul relishes the opportunity at taking on new challenges and is happy to try his hand at anything. During his time studying at university, Paul had the opportunity to gain some vital work experience at both Everton Football Club and BBC Radio 1. This has helped Paul master his knowledge of sports writing, as well as learning new skills with competence and proficiency.

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