By Peter.
Undefeated boxing legend Terence “Bud” Crawford has officially retired from the sport at age 38, announcing his decision via social media on Tuesday, December 16, 2025—just three months after his historic upset victory over Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez.
The Omaha native, who finishes with a flawless 42-0 record (31 KOs), reflected emotionally in a heartfelt video: “I’m stepping away not because I’m done fighting, but because I’ve won a different kind of battle—the one where you walk away on your own terms.” He emphasized proving doubters wrong throughout his career, fighting for his family, city, and younger self: “I gave this sport every breath I had. Every scar. Every triumph.”
Crawford’s crowning achievement came in September 2025, when he outclassed Álvarez by unanimous decision (116-112, 115-113, 115-113) in Las Vegas to become undisputed super middleweight champion—the first male boxer in the four-belt era to claim undisputed status in three weight divisions (adding to light welterweight and welterweight). He was later stripped of the WBC belt over a sanctioning fee dispute but retires holding the WBA, IBF, and WBO titles.
A five-division world champion whose pro debut came in 2008, Crawford first claimed gold with a 2014 win over Ricky Burns for the WBO lightweight strap. His resume includes dominant victories over Errol Spence Jr., Shawn Porter, Kell Brook, and Amir Khan, cementing his status as one of boxing’s all-time greats.
Walking away undefeated and at his peak, Crawford leaves behind an unparalleled legacy of skill, resilience, and self-belief.
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