Terence Crawford claimed the undisputed welterweight world title with a commanding performance against Errol Spence in Las Vegas. Crawford, who remained undefeated, secured a ninth-round technical knockout after knocking down Spence three times and overwhelming him with a barrage of blows. Referee Harvey Dock called a halt to the fight at 2:32 in the ninth round.
With this victory, Crawford added Spence’s World Boxing Association, World Boxing Council, and International Boxing Federation titles to his own World Boxing Organization crown. He became the first undisputed welterweight world champion in the four-belt era, which began in 2004. Additionally, Crawford achieved the remarkable feat of winning all the belts in two weight divisions, having previously been a lightweight and undisputed light-welterweight world champion.
The win was especially significant for Crawford, who had faced obstacles and criticism throughout his career. He expressed his joy and gratitude for proving his detractors wrong and showing the world his true abilities.
Crawford’s performance was nothing short of dominant, securing his 40th victory without a loss, with 31 of those wins coming by knockout. Notably, all eight of his fights at welterweight resulted in knockout victories.
The fight between Crawford and Spence had been highly anticipated, drawing comparisons to legendary welterweight matchups and iconic mega-fights in boxing history. Crawford’s victory showcased his greatness in the sport and solidified his position as one of the best fighters in the world.
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