Terence Crawford Hails Sebastian Fundora as World's Top Junior Middleweight Terence Crawford has publicly endorsed Sebastian Fundora as the premier 154-pound fighter in the world, expressing confidence in Fundora’s ability to defeat top contenders like Jaron Ennis. The former junior middleweight champion shared his thoughts during a recent social media Q&A, where he was asked to name the best fighter at the weight class. Crawford immediately highlighted Fundora, citing his recent dominance over Keith Thurman as evidence of his superiority. Fundora secured a sixth-round stoppage victory against Thurman last weekend to defend his WBC junior middleweight title, a performance Crawford praised as a testament to Fundora’s skill and power. Crawford, who once held the junior middleweight title himself, acknowledged Fundora’s rise to prominence while reflecting on his own brief tenure at the weight. He recalled stepping up to super middleweight in September 2024, where he defeated Canelo Alvarez for the undisputed title and became a five-division champion before retiring in December. Despite his success, Crawford admitted he never fought Fundora during his active years, attributing the lack of a matchup to his perceived status as a “not big enough star.” He humorously noted that his reputation as a “scary” fighter led to his exclusion from potential bouts with Fundora. Crawford’s comments come amid a recent feud with Ryan Garcia, though he reiterated his retirement stance, dismissing lucrative comeback offers to face Garcia, Alvarez, or Floyd Mayweather. He criticized critics who oppose his views, stating, “There is a reason why I was blackballed, and still came out on top. Real m** know, and the ones that didn’t, they found out.#keith_thurman #terence_crawford #sebastian_fundora #jaron_ennis #wbc
Terence Crawford Declares Sebastian Fundora UNBEATABLE! Terence Crawford, the towering "Towering Inferno," has officially retired from boxing, leaving the super-welterweight division in a state of uncertainty. His decision to step away from the sport comes after a defining career that included a legendary victory over Canelo Alvarez, where he moved up to super-middleweight and dethroned the undisputed champion. Crawford’s retirement announcement, made in April 2026, marked the end of an era for the division, which now faces a power vacuum as the former world champion exits the ring. Crawford’s legacy-defining triumph over Canelo Alvarez occurred prior to his retirement, showcasing his ability to adapt and overcome challenges. The fight, which took place in the super-middleweight division, solidified his status as one of the greatest of all time. Despite his retirement, Crawford has not shied away from commenting on the current state of the super-welterweight division. In a recent social media post, he declared Sebastian Fundora, the current WBC super-welterweight champion, as "unbeatable" in the division. This statement underscores Crawford’s respect for Fundora’s recent dominance and his belief in the challenger’s current superiority. The super-welterweight division, once ruled by Crawford’s towering frame and relentless power, now stands at a crossroads. Fundora, who has risen to prominence with his impressive height and reach advantages, has become the division’s new focal point. His recent dominant stoppage victory over Keith Thurman further cements his status as a formidable force. However, the absence of Crawford, who was known for his versatility and ability to adapt to different weight classes, leaves the division without a clear leader.#terence_crawford #sebastian_fundora #xander_zayas #jaron_ennis #canelo_alvarez
Terence Crawford Identifies Sebastian Fundora as Unbeatable Super-Welterweight Champion Following his retirement, Terence Crawford has made way for new stars to take over his former divisions, with the next 18 months set to be pivotal as boxing seeks its new pound-for-pound contenders. Crawford, who once held the undisputed super-lightweight world title after defeating Julius Indongo in 2017, later claimed the welterweight title by dominating Errol Spence Jr. His career continued with a move to super-welterweight, where he dethroned Israil Madrimov upon his 154lb debut to secure the WBA world title. A surprising jump to super-middleweight followed, culminating in a legacy-defining victory over Canelo Alvarez, a fight that remains a defining moment in his career. His retirement announcement left the super-middleweight division fragmented, but attention has now shifted to the super-welterweight ranks. At super-welterweight, the division appears primed for intense competition. Xander Zayas, the youngest unified world champion in boxing history, recently signed to face Jaron “Boots” Ennis, signaling a new era of high-stakes matchups. However, Crawford, now a vocal analyst, has highlighted the strength of a specific champion, asserting that no current fighter in the division can defeat WBC titleholder Sebastian Fundora. On social media, Crawford emphasized Fundora’s dominance, stating that the Puerto Rican fighter’s skill and resilience make him a near-impossible opponent. Fundora’s recent performance further solidified his status as a formidable force. Last month, he claimed a dominant stoppage victory over Keith Thurman to retain his WBC title, showcasing his ability to overcome top-tier competition.#keith_thurman #terence_crawford #sebastian_fundora #xander_zayas #jaron_ennis
