Canelo Álvarez usually devastating body shots proved ineffective against the left-hander from Nebraska, making it clear that the Mexican superstar now faces an uncertain future.
Canelo Álvarez at a crossroads: rematch or retirement after the Crawford defeat
With the belt out of reach, the question that dominates the boxing world is inevitable: what will be Canelo Álvarez next move? As the number one contender in the WBC, his path will not be easy.
The super middleweight division is filled with young, ambitious challengers, and while a rematch with Crawford could restore his title and earn another lucrative payday, the road to redemption is far from guaranteed.
Robert García’s perspective on Canelo future
Award-winning trainer Robert García, a key figure in boxing history, recently shared his thoughts on what lies ahead for Canelo Álvarez.
According to García, the Mexican superstar still has a hunger for big fights and sees a rematch as a profitable option.
However, he noted that the competition in the division is fierce, and not every fight will be meaningful for him.
Fighters like Christian M’billi, Lester Martínez, Hamzah Sheeraz, and Diego Pacheco represent real challenges, but they may not motivate Canelo at this stage of his career.
“He will only go after that big fight, the rematch if possible. And if not, maybe he retires,” García warned, hinting that Canelo Álvarez future hangs by a thread.
If Crawford decides to vacate his titles, M’billi and Martínez could move to the top spots. Pushing Canelo to third in line and making his path back to glory even more complicated.
A future full of uncertainty
While fans speculate and analysts debate, Canelo Álvarez faces a critical decision: risk a rematch that could cement his legacy or consider retirement, leaving his story unfinished.
Every move will be scrutinized, and his next decision could redefine not only his career but also the landscape of the super middleweight division.
