I was totally proven wrong by Crawford. Much respect to the man. He came from three divisions down to beat an 168-pounder who likely came into the ring weighing at least 15 pounds over that. I for one gave Bud no chance. I didn't think he'd be another Amir Khan... but no way did I think he could get a decision over Canelo in Vegas. He wasn't going to knock him out, either.

I can see the arguments about Crawford not being a GOAT simply because of his relative inactivity... and the lack of huge names on his resume. He certainly seemed to waste a lot of his career.
But DAMN..... credit where credit is due.
Let's list the factors that were stacked against Crawford for this fight:

1. He literally came from 3 divisions down. People keep saying 2. But facts are he only fought one fight at 154 and failed to put the opponent away. Translation: He didn't carry his power into 154.
2. He is OLDER than Canelo. This one doesn't get mentioned much.
3. Canelo is the protected DIVA of boxing. You practically have to knock him out, to hope to get a decision win from the judges.
4. Admittedly, Canelo has a great chin. So again... Bud wasn't going to knock him out.


Needless to say, I'm super ecstatic over the outcome. All the legacy talk can now go out the window. Will Canelo be a HOF'er? Sure. He's been a great 168-pounder. Beyond that, however... he just can't be viewed in the same light as some of the previous, great Mexican champions. Hopefully he retires soon... because he sure as hell isn't looking to fight someone like David Benavidez. And frankly... many people have begun getting tired of the act.