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With less than a week left in one of the most anticipated welterweight clashes in boxing, everyone has made their pick for this super-fight. Errol Spence Jr and Terence Crawford will be locking horns for the glory of becoming the next undisputed welterweight champion. From the expectation of Spence Jr putting up a display of unwavering strength, to fans hoping for a Terence Crawford masterclass, the boxing world is waiting with bated breath. However, before stepping inside the boxing ring, it seems like Crawford has taken a jab at his haters and those who have doubted him before in his career.

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With a few days left in the fight, Crawford made an appearance on the Pivot podcast and opened up about his professional career and personal life. He talked about the doubters he has faced ahead of his fights in the past. And how it’s the same story over and over again as he prepares to exchange jabs against Errol Spence Jr.

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Terence Crawford’s message for the doubters

‘Bud’ opened up about the haters putting him in the spotlight; those who have consistently undermined him by portraying him as the underdog before many big fights in his past.

He said, “In my last few fights, a lot of people have said my opponents are bigger than me, and they’re more proven in the welterweight division.

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He reeled in his upcoming fight against Spence Jr. and had a message for his detractors.

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He said, “That’s what they’re saying about Errol. So be it, I knocked them all out, and I still get excuses. Just give me my props on July 29…I was the bully against all those fighters.”

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The 35-year-old’s confidence seems unfazed as his haters continue to cast aspersions on his caliber as a boxer.

Everything is on the line

This fight is one for the history books. The two will be putting their undefeated boxing records on the line to cement their status as the undisputed champion in the welterweight division.

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Each of the two has something the other wants: their championship belts. But this fight is way more valuable than just the championship titles.

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The winner of this fight will become the holder of the number one spot in the welterweight division. And that’s something that makes this fight more special. These fighters have ruled the welterweight division for a long time. But now it’s time for the better fighter to prevail among the two. And for the world to witness a display of exquisite boxing skills. What are your predictions for the fight? Let us know in the comments.

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Agrim Sharma is a Boxing writer at EssentiallySports. Boxing is Agrim's first love, and he has been enamored with the sport since witnessing the sheer courage and tenacity of 'Iron' Mike in his fight against Peter McNeeley. Agrim's recent coverage of the Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury fight was widely appreciated by readers. Agrim is committed to staying on top of his game, never missing a single bout, and continually striving to deliver the best possible coverage of the sport. When he's not writing, Agrim likes to play his guitar to soothe himself after a tough day at the office, reflecting his passion for music and the arts. An avid reader, Agrim's love for books is a story in itself, reflecting his commitment to learning, knowledge-sharing, and quality.

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