Will Terence Crawford Fight Ilia Topuria After Their Recent Beef?

Terence Crawford made history last night by upsetting Canelo Alvarez via unanimous decision to become the undisputed super middleweight champion. With that victory, he became the first male boxer in the four-belt era to achieve undisputed status in three different divisions, cementing himself as one of the greatest fighters of all time. But while Crawford basks in his latest triumph, a surprising name has entered the conversation: UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria.

Topuria’s Bold Claim

Topuria recently grabbed headlines when he declared that he would knock out Terence Crawford “on first contact” if the two ever met in the boxing ring. Known for his striking inside the Octagon, Topuria is riding high as the UFC’s lightweight king, but his lack of professional boxing experience makes his claim bold to say the least.

Crawford’s Response

Crawford didn’t take long to fire back, brushing off Topuria’s words by suggesting the UFC star was “drunk” when he made the claim. For Crawford, who just outclassed one of the greatest boxers of this generation in Canelo, the idea of being knocked out by someone with no boxing resume doesn’t carry much weight.

Could It Actually Happen?

As things stand, a Crawford vs Topuria showdown remains little more than banter. Crawford is coming off the biggest win of his career and is now in position to defend his undisputed crown or chase other legacy-defining bouts. Topuria, meanwhile, is focused on defending his UFC title in the Octagon.

That said, crossover fights between MMA and boxing have become increasingly common in recent years. With the right buzz and promotion, a matchup could theoretically materialize — though the chances of Crawford entertaining such an opponent in the near term are slim.

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Final Takeaway

Terence Crawford has reached rarefied air by becoming a three-division undisputed champion. Ilia Topuria’s bold challenge has certainly stirred the pot, but for now, it looks more like a war of words than a real fight on the horizon. If the clash ever happened, it would draw plenty of intrigue, but Crawford’s immediate focus will almost certainly remain on boxing’s biggest names, not crossover spectacles.