The boxing world finally got its long-awaited showdown: Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez vs Terence “Bud” Crawford. Fans across the globe tuned in — from Las Vegas to Riyadh Season streaming on Netflix — asking the same burning question: “Who won the Canelo vs Crawford fight?”
Who Won Canelo vs Crawford?
In a stunning result, Terence Crawford defeated Canelo Álvarez by unanimous decision, cementing his place in history as one of boxing’s greatest pound-for-pound fighters. The official Canelo vs Crawford scorecard read 116-112, 115-113, and 115-113 in favor of Crawford.
TERENCE CRAWFORD IS THE UNDISPUTED SUPER MIDDLEWEIGHT WORLD CHAMPION AFTER 12 ROUNDS WITH CANELO ÁLVAREZ #CaneloCrawford pic.twitter.com/SItIuhXRRu
— Netflix (@netflix) September 14, 2025
How Much Did Canelo & Crawford Get Paid?
Money was a major storyline heading into the fight. According to reports:
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Canelo Álvarez pocketed around $150 million, plus PPV/Netflix bonuses.
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Terence Crawford earned approximately $5o million, marking the biggest payday of his career.
Fans are already Googling: “How much did Crawford make vs Canelo?” The short answer — more than ever before.
Canelo vs Crawford Stats & Highlights
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Total Punches Landed: Crawford 182, Canelo 140
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Biggest Moment: Crawford’s sharp counters in the 7th round tilted the momentum.
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Undercard: The fight night also featured stars like William Scull, with appearances from Jake Paul, Logan Paul, Mark Wahlberg, and even Jason Statham ringside.
What Does This Loss Mean for Canelo?
Canelo Álvarez now holds a professional record of 60 wins, 3 losses, and 2 draws. This defeat sparks questions:
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Is Canelo past his prime?
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Who will Canelo fight next?
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Will he reclaim his belts?
At 34 years old, Canelo still has drawing power, but fans are debating whether Crawford’s slick boxing exposed his decline. Will he chase redemption against David Benavidez or Dmitry Bivol? Or is retirement on the horizon?
What’s Next for Terence “Bud” Crawford?
Crawford, age 37, is now the first boxer in history to be undisputed in three weight classes. Rumors are already swirling about a potential fight with Andre Ward (if he returns) or even a Netflix super-fight with Jake Paul, though Crawford insists he’s focused only on legacy fights.
