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Terence Crawford’s influence in the world of boxing is undeniable, as his accomplishments and insights continue to shape the sport. With an impressive streak of 40 wins under his belt, including a defining victory against Errol Spence Jr., ‘Bud’ has firmly secured his place in boxing history. However, it’s not just his prowess inside the ring that’s gaining attention, but also his candid perspective on combat sports.
In a recent episode of the Joe Rogan Experience podcast, ‘Bud’ and Joe Rogan delved into the intriguing dynamics between different combat disciplines. Amidst their lively exchange, Crawford shed light on an aspect of MMA that he finds particularly commendable and different from boxing. During this back-and-forth, ‘Bud’ made some intriguing arguments about why he has a high regard for MMA. So, which aspect of the fight game is Crawford talking about? Let’s dive deeper into their conversation to find out!
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Terence Crawford shares unique perspective on MMA’s peculiar perks
Appearing as a guest on episode #145 of the JRE MMA Show, Crawford engaged in a wide-ranging conversation with Rogan. The duo explored various topics, and as the conversation flowed, Rogan brought up the distinctive characteristics of MMA and boxing.
Crawford expressed his admiration for a specific trait of MMA that sets it apart. He remarked, “That’s one thing I like about MMA [is] – those guys[MMA artists], they are still great fighters. They still get praised – you know, even though if they’ve got like – five losses.”
Moreover, he pointedly noted the case of Errol Spence Jr. – his last rival, who has faced criticism and backlash from the media and the public following his loss. He asserted, “You know, one loss doesn’t define how great they is – compared to boxing – you know. Look how the media and how people are bashing Errol Spence Jr. like he’s not great, you know?”
Crawford’s statement reflects the sense of respect and appreciation MMA fighters receive, regardless of their win-loss records. He contrasts this with the boxing landscape, where fighters can be unfairly criticized after a loss. Crawford provided an example of this disparity by referencing Errol Spence Jr., who faced backlash in the media despite his accomplishments.
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Terence Crawford takes a dig at the media
But that’s not all! The Boxing champ also vented his distaste with the media for demeaning certain boxers. Terence Crawford further elaborated, “I mean, just because he lost to an all-time great fighter – myself. That’s all the fighters that I didn’t fight, you know. Once I fight them and I dismantle them – they[media] say, ‘Oh, well those guys are weak – those guys are not great fighters. Those guys are tomato cans, they washed up – they bums!’”

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July 29, 2023, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA: Action between WBC, WBA and IBF unified welterweight champion Errol Spence Jr. 28-1 22KOs white black & red and WBO champion Terence ÃËBudà Crawford 40-0 31KOs gray in a bout for the undisputed welterweight championship of the world. Crawford won the fight by TKO in the 9th round in a sensational performance that say him drop Spence to the canvas multiple times. Las Vegas USA – ZUMAd151 20230729_znp_d151_041 Copyright: xAdamxDelGiudicex
Rogan’s response resonated with ‘Bud’s sentiments – highlighting the often unjust judgments that boxing fighters face in the media. The candid exchange between the two fighting gurus underscores the challenges and biases present within the boxing community.
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Crawford’s perspective on the contrasting treatment of fighters in MMA and boxing offers valuable insight into the broader dynamics of combat sports. As his words reverberate within the fighting world, they provoke thought and discussion about the criteria used to evaluate greatness across different disciplines. What do you think of ‘Bud’s arguments? Drop your thoughts in the comments below!
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