If 2024 ended on a high note for boxing fans, the hopes for 2025 are even bigger. Much-anticipated rematches dominate wish lists. But a few matchups may have eclipsed even the most exciting rematch prospects. At the top of the list is the epic showdown between boxing’s biggest superstars—Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford. This potential clash could rival the legendary Mayweather-Pacquiao saga. The idea of a Canelo-Crawford matchup has been discussed for years, but so far, it has remained in the realm of callouts, claims, and counterclaims.

Since becoming the first male boxer to achieve undisputed status in two weight divisions, Crawford has been vocal about wanting to fight Alvarez. However, the super middleweight king stuck to his own path. He barely responded to the mandatory challenge from David Benavidez. Last year, he reportedly quoted an unprecedented purse demand for a fight against Crawford. This stance attracted attention from His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, sparking public conversations. With the start of the new year, speculation about the matchup has gained momentum. At the recent Ring Magazine awards, Alvarez met Alalshikh, and their interaction hinted at a potential shift. Fans eager for more assurance may find some encouragement from Crawford’s sister as well.

Latisha Crawford Sparks Speculation

A photograph of HE Turki Alalshikh and Canelo Alvarez smiling and posing together, with Alvarez giving a thumbs-up, created a buzz on social media. Among the reactions to the tweet was an intriguing response from Latisha Crawford, one of Terence Crawford’s sisters, who simply replied with “👀.”

Her reply could mean anything—from humor to curiosity. However, the hopeful among fans could interpret it as a subtle nod to the possibility of the fight happening this year. The interaction between Alalshikh and Alvarez is noteworthy, especially after their public disagreement last year. If that wasn’t enough, there is another good sign from Canelo himself.

In an interview with Fight Hub TV on the sidelines of the award ceremony, Alvarez was asked about a possible fight with Terence Crawford. The super middleweight champion replied, “We don’t talking about it yet, about the fight. We…me and Turki Alalshikh know each other, and then we want to we want to see what happens.”

In another interview, he replied, “There’s always a chance there. We’ll see, but there’s always a chance there. We’re here to make the best deals, and there’s always the chance.”

HE Turki Alalshikh’s Wish List for 2025

Two days ago, Rick Glaser, citing information from a ‘reliable source,’ shared that the chances of a Crawford-Alvarez matchup may have increased. Notwithstanding Terence Crawford‘s persistent callouts, a fight with Canelo Alvarez remains one of the top five matchups that HE Turki Alalshikh hopes to see materialize this year. He also favors a rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois. Another highly anticipated matchup is the all-British clash featuring Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Conor Benn and Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua.

Another rematch on his wish list is the highly anticipated Devin Haney vs. Ryan Garcia fight. However, at the top of his priorities is the Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford showdown, which he hopes will take place this year. Given the fresh energy HE Turki Alalshikh has brought to the sport through his groundbreaking initiatives and his consistent record of delivering on promises, fans have reason to believe that this long-awaited fight might finally become a reality.

What do you think? Are you optimistic that the Terence Crawford-Canelo Alvarez clash will make it to the ring this year?