The undisputed heavyweight champion of the world Usyk is considered one of the best pound for pound boxers himself.
Some even put Usyk at the top of the list but many don’t because he’s a heavyweight.
Typically pound for pound sees fighters achieving things in many weight classes, more than just two.
Terence Crawford (welterweight) is thought to be considering a fight with Saul “Canelo” Alvarez (has fought as high as near light-heavyweight).
Crazy to some but not to Usyk, he picks “Bud” to win:
Oleksandr Usyk said he believes Terence Crawford would beat Canelo Alvarez: “Terence is my friend, but he's a crazy man. I say Terence wins. Listen, Terence is a different man. Terence works in two stances, he's a very, very, very smart man.” [@3KRPodcast]
Both Bivol vs Beterbiev (confirmed for later this year) and Canelo vs Crawford (thought to be possible) - Usyk gives his picks. The new undisputed heavyweight champion of the world knows more than most about pound for pound fights. And moving up in weight. Speaking on the 3 Knockdown Rule…
The pound for pound number one contender acknowledged the likely new number one pound for pound fighter in the world in most people's eyes. The heavyweight division has no weight limits so that must be taken into account for pound for pound debates too. Usyk has demolished everyone in the…
One of the best boxers of the modern era and boxing's man of the year in 2024 met and big things are next. Many think Crawford may take on Canelo Alvarez next up. Crawford simply posted on X the King emoji and the quiet emoji. Things maybe quiet for now…
