Terence Crawford “Bud”
Super Middleweight · United States · Boxing
Switch-hitting all-rounder with elite defense and adaptability
Mid-fight stance-switching that dismantles opponents
Record & stats
| Division | Super Middleweight |
|---|---|
| Categories | Boxing |
| Promotion | Boxing |
| Nationality | United States |
| Born | Omaha, Nebraska, USA |
| Team | B&B Boxing Academy |
| Pro debut | 2008 |
| Height | 173cm5′8″ |
| Reach | 188cm6′2″ |
| Stance | Southpaw |
| Age | 38 |
| KO rate | 74% |
| Status | Retired |
How the wins come
74% Finish rate- 31 KO/TKO · 74%
- 11 Decision · 26%
Titles & honors
- Undisputed in three divisions (140/147/168)
- Retired 42-0
Biography
Terence "Bud" Crawford retired as one of the most complete boxers in history — a switch-hitter with elite defense, in-ring adaptability and finishing instinct. A pro since 2008, he became undisputed champion in three separate weight classes, the first man to do so in the four-belt era.
He reigned as undisputed super lightweight champion, then unified the welterweight division by stopping Errol Spence Jr. via TKO in the ninth round in July 2023. In his crowning achievement, he jumped up to super middleweight and outpointed Canelo Alvarez by unanimous decision in September 2025 to become undisputed in a third division — a rare modern feat of moving up multiple weight classes to win a championship.
Crawford's signature trait was his ability to switch stances mid-fight and solve any style in front of him, blending slick defense with ruthless punishment when he smelled the finish.
He announced his retirement in December 2025, walking away undefeated at 42-0 (31 KOs) with nothing left to prove.
Fight history
- WCanelo AlvarezW UD 12
FAQ
- Is Terence Crawford retired?
- Yes. He announced his retirement in December 2025, undefeated at 42-0.
- Did Crawford beat Canelo Alvarez?
- Yes. He outpointed Canelo by unanimous decision in September 2025 to become undisputed super middleweight champion.
- How many divisions was Crawford undisputed in?
- Three — super lightweight, welterweight and super middleweight — the first man to do so in the four-belt era.
- What is Crawford's career record?
- He retired 42-0 with 31 knockouts.