The highly anticipated boxing spectacle featuring Canelo Alvarez versus Terence Crawford kicked off with the traditional 'Grand Arrivals' yesterday at the Fontainebleau Las Vegas. Fans flocked to the lobby, marking the start of the fight week activities leading up to the Saturday night clash, where Alvarez will defend his super middleweight title against Crawford, who has taken the bold move of jumping two weight classes for the bout, as reported by News3LV.
The event brimmed with anticipation as the fighters made their appearance amidst cheers, with a schedule that included open workouts, a press conference, and the upcoming weigh-in, though let's be clear: the real drama will unfold on September 13 at Allegiant Stadium, much to the delight of boxing enthusiasts and the streaming audience on Netflix. Alvarez comes into the fight with a record of 63-2-2, boasting 39 KOs, whereas Crawford maintains an undefeated streak of 41-0, with 31 KOs, and though ESPN has not specified Alvarez's current pound-for-pound ranking, they rate Crawford as No. 2 in the world.
In an interview adding to the fight's hype, former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson shared his thoughts saying, "I want Crawford to win, but it doesn’t look like it’s going to happen," Tyson is quoted in a statement obtained by MMA Mania, further expressing his admiration for Alvarez's capabilities by adding, "this guy [Alvarez] is a hard puncher, he’s a smart fighter. I want to see it." A respected voice in the boxing community, Tyson's eager anticipation mirrors the buzz that has gripped fans eager for Saturday night.
