Saul “Canelo” Alvarez and Terence Crawford are facing a barrage of playful mockery across various social media platforms, stemming from viewers’ observations of their face-to-face encounter earlier today, set against the backdrop of the Bellagio Fountain in Las Vegas.
The Viral Resemblance to a Wedding Ceremony
The manner in which Crawford (boasting a record of 41 wins, 0 losses, and 31 knockouts) positioned himself with his hands clasped behind his back, coupled with the presence of Turki Alalshikh and Dana White seemingly officiating, evoked imagery of a wedding ceremony for many spectators.
Looking back, there might have been a requirement for a more conventional atmosphere, and a display of intensity from Alvarez and Crawford. The pair seemed so serene, almost lost in a dream, as if they were preparing to embark on a lifelong journey together.
Public Commentary on the Alvarez-Crawford Stare-Down
– This confrontation is the epitome of romance in the boxing world
– It’s time for the ceremonial first kiss
– This feels like a marriage between two powerful fighters. Vegas is the perfect venue
– Seal it with a kiss! This has to be the most affectionate moment in boxing history
– There’s an odd feeling radiating from that interaction
– They appear ready to exchange vows
Turki might need to adjust the ambiance for the subsequent Alvarez-Crawford face-off, ensuring that the dynamic suggests an impending battle, rather than a Las Vegas wedding.
Alvarez (sporting a record of 63 wins, 2 losses, 2 draws, and 39 knockouts) and Crawford are scheduled to compete for the Ring Magazine Championship this coming Saturday. Turki Alalshikh unveiled the new championship belt today, valued at $188,491. That’s an immense sum of money.
The Unclear Path for the Undisputed Title
The uncertainty lies in whether Alvarez’s undisputed super middleweight championship will be defended. Given Ring Magazine’s apparent focus on its own titles, the status of Alvarez’s IBF, WBA, WBC, and WBO titles remains ambiguous. Will he potentially relinquish those belts, opening the door for other contenders in the super middleweight division to vie for them? These are questions that need addressing.
In the event that Alvarez relinquishes his titles, these contenders are poised to compete:
- Osleys Iglesias: The mandatory challenger for the IBF title
- Christian Mbilli: The interim titleholder for the WBC
- Hamzah Sheeraz
- Diego Pacheco
