Despite “Some Obstacles”, Showtime President Remains Very Optimistic About Errol Spence Jr. vs. Terence Crawford: Tentative Timeline Revealed

Errol Spence Jr. vs. Terence Crawford is a long-awaited match-up. The fans have been demanding the two square off against each other for many years now. Unfortunately, their demands are not met as the fight has not come to fruition. The bout between the two makes sense for reasons more than one. Both are two of the best pound-for-pound fighters of this generation and are undefeated.

The stakes are as high as they could be. That could be a reason why off-court negotiations are so complex. Notably, it was reported by Bloody Elbow that the two are targeted to lock horns against each other in the month of June. However, Stephen Espinoza, president of Showtime suggests otherwise.

Stephen Espinoza on the status quo of Errol Spence Jr. vs. Terence Crawford fight

Espinoza mentioned that the two will fight but not on the date planned. Without revealing any substantial information, he expressed that there are few hindrances. Though, they can be managed and the bout may take place in July instead of June.

@MichaelBensonn took to Twitter and reported, “Showtime’s Stephen Espinoza has declared that he is ‘very optimistic’ over Errol Spence vs Terence Crawford and they’re ‘getting closer’, but there are still ‘some obstacles’ before the fight is finalised. He added that June 17th isn’t set, with July also possible.”

It is evident to say that the fight is not finalized as of yet. Simultaneously, Espinoza does not completely disregard the possibility of the bout taking place in the next few months. The bout between the two has been long due because of such off-court negotiations. Meanwhile, one can only hope that the fight gets booked and the two fighters square off to give the fans the show they have been demanding.

Oscar De La Hoya offers to help make Spence Jr. vs. Crawford fight happen

In an interview with ESNEWS, Oscar De La Hoya talked about his interest in helping to make Spence Jr. vs. Crawford fight happen. He stated, “Let me help in making the Errol Spence fight happen.”

He added, “Now, if we can open that door, have dialogue and make Errol Spence Vs. Crawford happen. Boxing fans will watch the best fight possible.” Oscar De La Hoya indeed has been a part of many fights. He could potentially help the two parties come to an agreement.

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Now that there is finally a ray of hope for the Errol Spence Jr. vs Terence Crawford fight to happen, what is your take on the matchup? Who do you think will win if these two champions dished it out in the ring? Tell us in the comments section below.

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