WBO junior welterweight champion Teofimo Lopez shared his prediction for the upcoming fight between Saul "Canelo" Alvarez and Terence Crawford. The bout will take place on September 12 in Las Vegas, where the fighters will compete for the title of undisputed champion in the super middleweight division.
Teofimo Lopez for Fighthype YouTube channel
I’m picking Crawford, because if he beats Canelo, then when I fight him and win, it means I beat them both. Canelo’s team doesn’t want Teofimo — that’s not on us. It all depends on what the champion wants. It’s alright, bro. I don’t want to be heavy, flat-footed, planted, anyways.
Saul Alvarez last fought on May 4 in Riyadh, winning a unanimous decision against William Scull for the title of undisputed champion. His record includes 63 wins (39 by knockout), 2 losses, and 2 draws.
Terence Crawford fought in August 2024, winning by unanimous decision against Israil Madrimov. He has a record of 41 wins (31 by knockout) and no losses.
