Boxing is a sport of raw power, fierce rivalries, and calculated strategies that often unfurl beyond the ropes. But what happens when a fresh victory is celebrated with a brazen callout, right in the throes of triumph? Welcome to a night where Terence Crawford, a titan of the boxing world, shook the ring with a stunning knockout against Errol Spence Jr. Yet, the final bell tolled more than just a triumphant end to this showdown. There was an unexpected twist, an unscripted act that will now echo in boxing corridors.

Crawford had his eyes set on another eminent fighter, Jermell Charlo, who was observing the drama from ringside. This move was audacious, even by boxing’s flamboyant standards, as Crawford chose to wage his next battle in the midst of his ongoing duel. But what did he exactly say to Charlo? What spurred Crawford to issue a mid-fight challenge?

Terence Crawford sets sights on Charlo: An unexpected callout amidst victory

Basking in the fervor of his victory, Terence Crawford was just beginning to unfold his grand plan. Knocking down Errol Spence Jr. in the ninth round marked the climactic culmination of a thrilling bout. Yet, even in the throes of his triumph, Crawford’s gaze was firmly fixed elsewhere.

He spotted Jermell Charlo at ringside. Instead of merely soaking in his victory, Crawford chose to stir the pot. Crawford wasted no time in seizing the moment to trash talk Charlo, essentially making a brash public declaration of his intentions for his next fight.

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Confirming this in an interview later, Bernie, a teammate of Crawford, revealed the exact words that Crawford allegedly threw at Charlo. Bernie stated, “It looked like we going to Charlo. You see him talking to him? Telling him you’re next. I think he told him you’re next, Charlo.”

With this dramatic announcement, Crawford not only underscored his victory against Spence, but also set the stage for his next challenge. His message to Charlo was a bold one – he was ready and eager for the next showdown. This audacious call-out reflected Crawford’s tenacity, showing that he’s not just a winner, but a fighter ready to take on whatever comes next.

Deontay Wilder weighs in on Spence Jr.’s performance and Crawford’s stellar show

Heavyweight Deontay Wilder has offered his insights into the recent Crawford-Spence Jr. bout. He suggests Spence Jr. appeared “a little drained,” possibly over-dehydrated, which may have affected his performance against Crawford. Wilder lauded Crawford for capitalizing on this, making the fight look easy.

In contrast, he praised Crawford’s “magnificent” performance and composure throughout the match, highlighting his ease and calmness. Despite his critique of Spence Jr., Wilder lauded both fighters for putting up a great spectacle

Also Read: Tommy Hearns Weighs in on Terence Crawford vs. Spence Jr.’s Outcome

From his triumphant performance against Errol Spence Jr. to his audacious callout to Jermell Charlo, Crawford continues to make bold strides. It raises an intriguing question for boxing fans worldwide – how will Crawford fare against Charlo if that fight becomes a reality? What are your thoughts on Crawford’s performance and his potential matchup with Charlo?

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