Imagine this: Could Terence 'Bud' Crawford, a boxing titan, have done what no one else could – defeat the legendary Floyd Mayweather? Prince Naseem Hamed, the flamboyant former champion, weighs in on this tantalizing hypothetical matchup.
Crawford's recent triumphs have cemented his legacy. He became the first three-division undisputed champion since the legendary Henry Armstrong, a feat achieved after sensationally dethroning Canelo Alvarez. This victory, especially considering Crawford's background as a former lightweight champion, is nothing short of remarkable.
Following this impressive win, Crawford contemplated moving up to middleweight, where he could have aimed for a world title in a sixth weight division. However, at 38 years old, he chose to retire, ending his career on a high note.
This decision has sparked a wave of praise for Crawford, with many debating his place among the all-time pound-for-pound greats.
Speaking to talkSPORT, 'Naz' offered his perspective on a potential Crawford vs. Mayweather clash in their primes. He believes Crawford possessed something special, potentially giving him an edge. "He had something else on a lot of other fighters, not only technically, and his boxing brain, his boxing IQ, but he had some within strength. Some strength that was within. That was physical," Naz explained. He described Crawford's ability to manhandle opponents, even those significantly larger. "I don’t know. I’ve never been asked this question. I’ve never really thought about it, but there would be a possibility of him knocking Floyd out."
But here's where it gets controversial... Despite the comparisons, Crawford himself has always held Mayweather in high regard, calling him 'The GOAT of right now.'
What do you think? Could Crawford have overcome Mayweather's defensive mastery? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
