The boxing world is in shock after an event that will go down in history: Terence Crawford, the pound-for-pound king, brutally knocked out Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez in an epic 25-minute fight. The official fight report, released just hours ago, details how the Mexican “King,” considered invincible by many, fell to the American’s power and precision, marking the end of an era in boxing.

A battle that paralyzed the world

The fight, held at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, was billed as the clash of the century: Canelo, the undisputed super middleweight champion with a record of 62-2-2 (39 KOs), against Crawford, the undefeated welterweight and junior middleweight champion at 41-0 (32 KOs), who had moved up two weight classes to challenge the Mexican. Fans were expecting a technical war, but what they witnessed was absolute dominance from Crawford.

From the first round, Crawford showed his speed and precision, landing combinations that baffled Canelo. However, the Mexican, true to form, responded with power shots that kept the crowd on the edge of their seats. For the first 20 minutes, the fight was an electrifying back-and-forth, with both fighters exchanging devastating blows. But in the seventh round, after 25 minutes of intense action, Crawford found his moment.

The blow that brought down the King

A devastating uppercut from Crawford, followed by a straight left hook to the chin, sent Canelo to the canvas for the first time in his career in over a decade. The crowd fell silent as referee Kenny Bayless began the count. Canelo, visibly dazed, tried to get up, but his legs wouldn’t respond. Eight seconds in, Bayless stopped the fight, declaring Crawford the winner by technical knockout. The “King” was down.

“It was like watching a god fall from Olympus,” one fan described on X, where the hashtag #CaneloVsCrawford became a worldwide trend in minutes. Images of the Mexican on the canvas, with a look of disbelief, have gone viral, marking a moment boxing fans will never forget.

Reactions and controversy

Crawford’s team erupted in jubilation, while Canelo’s team, visibly devastated, protested angrily, claiming the referee stopped the fight too early. “Canelo could have continued, this is an injustice,” said Alvarez’s trainer, Eddy Reynoso, at the post-fight press conference. However, experts agree that Crawford dominated the fight from start to finish. “Terence showed why he’s the best pound-for-pound fighter in the world. Canelo had no answer for his speed,” analyzed ESPN commentator Teddy Atlas.

Crawford, for his part, showed respect for his rival, but didn’t hide his satisfaction. “Canelo is a warrior, but tonight was my moment. I moved up in weight to prove I can beat anyone,” declared the new king of the ring, who now holds a historic record and is emerging as a living boxing legend.

The end of one era and the beginning of another

For Canelo, this defeat marks a turning point. At 34, the Mexican had been considered untouchable, dominating multiple divisions and accumulating titles with a blend of technique and heart. However, this loss to Crawford has raised questions about his future. Will the “King” retire or seek a rematch to reclaim his throne? Rumors already point to a possible rematch in 2026, but for now, the boxing world mourns the fall of its monarch.

Meanwhile, Crawford, at 37, has cemented his legacy as one of the greatest of all time. His victory not only earns him universal respect but also positions him to face other giants, like Errol Spence Jr., or even a possible move up to middleweight.

The official fight report, published by the Nevada State Athletic Commission, details that Canelo took 78 power punches from Crawford, while the Mexican landed only 45. The fight, which lasted exactly 25 minutes and 12 seconds, has been hailed as one of the most exciting of the decade. But beyond the stats, what will remain in fans’ memories is the moment the “Undefeated King” hit the canvas, marking the end of an era and the rise of a new ruler.

Boxing has changed forever, and the world eagerly awaits the next chapter in this saga. Stay tuned for more updates on this historic event!