“I Don’t Wanna See Spence Get Beat Up Like That Again”: Weeks After Generating $21 Million Gate, Fans Warn Errol Spence Jr. About Potential Terence Crawford Rematch

The fight between Errol Spence Jr. and Terence Crawford happened on July 29, 2023. In the fight, Crawford won by a ninth-round TKO. Moreover, he caught Spence with a powerful right cross in the second round. Since then, the world has been celebrating the genius of Bud. However, there have been quite a few speculations about Spence’s performance. In the bout, Crawford dropped Spence twice in the seventh round. Furthermore, he led 79-70 on all three cards at the stoppage.

Now, Crawford stands as the first male fighter to be an undisputed champion in two weight classes in the four-belt era. Ever since the bout happened, talks of a rematch have created rampant news. Additionally, renowned figures like Oscar De La Hoya have thrown light on Spence’s unwell physical health for the possibility of a rematch. Moreover, Stephan A. King, the sports commentator, and Tim Bradley, the former world champion, have pleaded with Bud not to rematch Spence considering his health condition. But looks like Spence is adamant about rematching Crawford. Now, weeks after this thrilling bout generated a staggering $21 million gate, fans are voicing their apprehensions about the rematch.

Why are the fans warning Errol Spence Jr. about the rematch?

Micheal Benson, the Boxing Editor for Talk Sports, has recently posted about Spence’s insistence on the rematch. However, even Spence’s fans think that a rematch isn’t suitable for him at this hour. They highlighted the possibility of this rematch and how it could be detrimental to him.

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The repercussions of this match might be concerning for Spence, which has led his fans to caution him about it. Ultimately, it has led his fan Jeff to say,

Next, another fan, JLDIEGO warned Spence that he shouldn’t do the rematch as the first match wasn’t close enough. On the other hand, he emphasized that even though Spence is confident, he should think it through.

Further, a fan named N. said that Spence was beaten badly in the fight. Moreover, people went from willing to pay for the fight to refusing to pay for a rematch. He added saying that rematches make money only if the fight was close.

Then, Richard AK showed his concern by saying that Bob Arum highlighted a concern that others missed: Will Spence know how to fight a southpaw? He questioned Spence’s experience against elite-level southpaws.

Moreover, Christopher added to the conversation saying that Spence should only rematch Bud at 168.

Where the possibility of a rematch looks evident now, fans and critics aren’t shying away from warning Spence about it. Moreover, the voices of caution highlight the risks and challenges athletes face. The words “I don’t wanna see Spence get beat up like that again” indeed add depth to the rematch’s concern.

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