Where does Terence Crawford rank among boxing’s all-time greats after retiring undefeated?

Terence Crawford Retires Undefeated at 42–0 After Historic Win Over Canelo

Terence “Bud” Crawford has officially retired from boxing with a perfect 42–0 record, capping off a career that redefined excellence across five weight divisions. The 38-year-old star announced his retirement just months after stunning Canelo Álvarez to become the undisputed super middleweight champion — a historic feat that made Crawford the first male boxer in the four-belt era to unify three different divisions. With 31 knockouts and 18 world titles, Crawford leaves behind a legacy of precision, versatility, and dominance. From lightweight to super middleweight, he conquered every challenge, defeating elite fighters like Errol Spence Jr., Amir Khan, and Shawn Porter. As fans celebrate his career, the boxing world now debates where Crawford ranks among legends like Mayweather, Sugar Ray Leonard, and Ali.

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  • Top 5 of all time
  • Top 10 but not the GOAT
  • One of the best of this era
  • Not among the all-time greats

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