Terence Crawford looks to have entered the final chapter of what has been a remarkable career.
Since making his professional debut 17-years-ago, the 37-year-old switch-hitter from Omaha, Nebraska has made his way through the ranks to capture world titles in four weight divisions, as well as becoming the undisputed champion at super lightweight and welterweight respectively.
His latest ring appearance came last August when he defeated Israil Madrimov to claim the WBA light middleweight title in his debut at 154lbs. Since claiming victory over Madrimov, ‘Bud’ has turned his attention to Mexican superstar and unified super middleweight champion Canelo Alvarez, with a mega-fight between the pair set to take place in Las Vegas this September.
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Speaking on the Earn Your Leisure Podcast, the 37-year-old revealed he has the utmost confidence in his own boxing ability, claiming the only way he can lose is if he beats himself.
“My mindset is always, win at all costs. Make sure I’m coming in at 110% shape and prepared for whatever the opponent brings to the table. Make sure that I’m at the best of my abilities going into a fight so I don’t have to worry about anybody else.
A lot of people ask me ‘what have you got to do to win a fight’, and I always say, ‘just be myself’. I always say that because I obviously feel that I’m Terence Crawford and can’t nobody beat me unless I beat myself.”
Crawford will be looking to achieve what many people believe is the unthinkable when he steps up to 168lbs to challenge Canelo, who holds the WBC, WBA and WBO titles at 168lbs. It’s an opportunity for ‘Bud’ to become a five-weight world champion, which would be a defining moment in what’s been a sensational professional career.
