The matchup between Errol Spence Jr and Terence Crawford is one of the most awaited fights in the sport. Both undefeated boxers are at the top of their division. And a fight between the two will send shockwaves throughout the boxing world. But as awaited as this fight is, there is more delay in its fruition. But it seems like the fans will surely get to see these two clash inside the boxing ring. And fight for glory. The reigning unified welterweight champion, Spence Jr, made some claims about a potential fight between him and the 35-year-old.
In a recent interview, Spence Jr. gave his fans an insight into the ongoing negotiations for his fight against Crawford. He also gave his fans hope for the fight taking place.
Spence Jr. and Crawford ‘talk every two weeks’
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In an interview with Elie Sekbachm, Spence Jr revealed details about his potential fight with Crawford. The 33-year-old discussed the ongoing negotiations to finalize the fight. The two boxers are personally involved in making the fight happen.
As per Michael Benson’s tweet, Spence Jr. said, “Lately, we’ve been talking once every two weeks, just trying to get everything together so we can fight.” He further gave his fans hope about the fan happening and assured them that the fight will be happening now.
“It’s definitely gonna happen. It’s taking some time, but it’s gonna happen.”
Errol Spence on direct talks with Terence Crawford while their teams negotiate: “Lately we've been talking once every two weeks, just trying to get everything together so we can fight. It's definitely gonna happen. It's taking some time, but it's gonna happen.” [@Seckbach]
— Michael Benson (@MichaelBensonn) May 9, 2023
Spence Jr. has not fought since his accident last year. And the fans await his return to the boxing ring. And, despite his rumors of fighting another opponent. ‘The Truth’ is dedicated to fighting none other than Crawford. If the fight between the two comes to fruition, each of them will get $25 million.
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However, there has been a lot of discussion about where the total $50 million would come from. As per Spencer Jr., Crawford couldn’t answer that question, and this led to a Twitter war between the two.
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Why is a fight between the two special?
The two boxers are household names in boxing and have built a reputation as the greatest with their undefeated boxing records. Fans want to witness the next undisputed welterweight champion of the world. And these two are the top contenders for the title.
Each of them has a title the other needs, and to get to that title, they need to get through each other. This fight will be a display of true ferocity and boxing at its finest. It’s unfair that the fans must wait this long for the fight to happen. But it is safe to say that the wait is worth it. Who do you think will win between the two? Let us know in the comments.
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