
There’s a new undisputed super middleweight champion of the world, and his name is Terence “Bud” Crawford. The native of Omaha, Nebraska defeated Canelo Alvarez in a thrilling match on Saturday by unanimous decision, making history as the first boxer to achieve undisputed status in three weight classes.
Both fighters reportedly raked in substantial earnings from the fight, marking it as one of the richest purses in boxing history.
Crawford made headlines during a podcast when he stated that he took the fight for only $10 million. “I’m doing it for the opportunity, baby,” he remarked. “The legacy outweighs the money.”
Alvarez, known for being one of the biggest draws in boxing, was expected to earn between $100 million to $150 million. UFC CEO Dana White indirectly validated this expectation by suggesting that Alvarez was likely to walk away with at least $100 million after the bout.
Although exact figures won’t be disclosed due to changes in regulations, these amounts reflect the staggering financial stakes of major boxing events.