Canelo Alvarez loses his titles to Crawford, but keeps his guard up

On a night filled with tension and anticipation at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, Canelo Alvarez took the third defeat of his career. The Mexican fighter was outclassed by Terence Crawford, who beat him by unanimous decision after twelve rounds of technical dominance and surgical precision. The scorecards read 116-112 and 115-113 in favor of the American, who was crowned undisputed champion at 168 pounds.

The bout, billed as one of the biggest events of the year, delivered in intensity but not in balance. Canelo Alvarez looked slower than usual and struggled to respond to Crawford’s game plan, which kept control from the opening bell. With this win, the undefeated fighter from Omaha extended his record to 42-0 and added all the super middleweight belts to his collection.

“I already won”

Still, the most talked-about moment after the fight wasn’t the result—it was Canelo Alvarez’s attitude. In statements quoted by Marca USA, the fighter from Guadalajara remained calm and proud. “I’m here to take risks, that’s why I came. My legacy is intact and I’m still here. One loss doesn’t define me—I already won.” His message, far from sounding defeated, reaffirmed his place as one of boxing’s most respected figures.

 

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Canelo Alvarez also acknowledged the quality of his opponent and appreciated sharing the ring with someone like Crawford. “It was a great night for me. I trained well and we came out winners in many ways,” he said. While he didn’t rule out a rematch, Alvarez didn’t seem particularly eager to pursue a second chapter.

New target ahead

The setback against Crawford doesn’t erase Canelo Alvarez’s legacy. With a record of 63-3-2, multiple titles across divisions, and a career that has defined an era, the Mexican remains a global icon in the sport. His ability to face defeat with dignity and keep moving forward is part of what makes him legendary.

Terence Crawford, meanwhile, solidifies his status as one of the top pound-for-pound fighters today. His win over Canelo Alvarez not only earned him titles—it placed him squarely in the conversation about who truly rules boxing right now.

And as the lights dim in Las Vegas, Canelo Alvarez makes it clear: his story isn’t over. The Mexican warrior has more fights ahead. One loss doesn’t define his career—the show goes on.