He said he could only lobby the unbeaten 32-year-old Crawford to the 41-year-old Pacquiao (62-7-2 record with 39 knockouts) when the coronavirus pandemic … Crawford meanwhile beat Egidijus Kavaliauskas last time out and … Even Crawford -- the most feared man in the division -- will be judged by whether he fights Spence and/or Pacquiao. According to The Athletic, Pacquiao and Crawford are in talks for a possible fight on June 5 in Abu Dhabi. Can Terence Crawford get past Manny Pacquiao? "Pacquiao, even at 42, would represent the toughest opponent of Crawford’s career by a large margin. 15 Year Member. “Putting the Crawford vs. Spence fight to the side for a moment,” Kellerman said. After recently responding to Floyd Mayweather’s “old man” comment about him, the Filipino legend is now once again being linked to a title unification bout against WBO welterweight champ Crawford. Top Rank CEO Bob Arum said he plans to make Crawford… ESPN broke Pacquiao and Crawford’s news, potentially agreeing on a June 5th date for a WBO title clash and effectively killing the Filipino versus Mikey Garcia into the bargain. In an interview with The Manila Times Thursday (May 28), Crawford’s promoter, Arum, stated that he is currently working on the fight with Pacquiao. Crawford on the other hand, got his eyes locked on Pacquiao and claims that beating the legendary fighter would put his name on the record books saying “it would be like the passing of the torch. Plus why does the champ get less than the has been? According to the 88-year-old, they will begin the paperwork at Nevada on June 9. Top Rank chief Bob Arum, who was beside the 33-year-old Crawford during the post-fight chat, said he will attempt to revisit the Pacquiao bout for 2021. In this picture, Crawford celebrates his ninth-round TKO victory over Horn in their WBO welterweight title fight at MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, June 9, 2018. Arum said he looks to make either the Crawford-Spence or Crawford-Pacquiao fight happen in the first half of 2021. Reports of a prospective showdown between the two recently surfaced for a June 5 date in Abu Dhabi. I think Crawford-Spence would do extraordinary good numbers, but Pacquiao-Crawford has more money in it because of a site fee that distorts everything.” It seems that someone is willing to pay a huge amount of money to host the Crawford vs. Pacquiao fight. Throughout his career, Pacquiao has fought and defeated some of the best in the sport. Crawford is also the current WBO welterweight title holder. So far this year we have had Pacquiao linked to fighting Ryan Garcia, Mikey Garcia, and now Terence Crawford. Promoters Top Rank have allegedly told ESPN and In-Demand they want June 5th put on hold for the Crawford vs Pacquiao (62-7-2, 39 KOs) bout. Arum, however, said a fight between Crawford and Pacquiao would be the kind that would need spectators. Most of the young welterweight champions are trying to get a fight with the Filipino legend and the reasons are obvious. Pacquiao would change that narrative. Pacquiao, who hasn’t fought since a July 2019 decision over Keith Thurman and was recently named champion in recess due to inactivity, stated in January that he’d face Crawford … “Just dealing with Pacquiao. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Terence Crawford is in talks for the biggest fight of his career to date, He could be set to fight Pac Man on June 5 in a bumper Abu Dhabi clash, Manny Pacquiao shows off speed ahead of legend's comeback fight, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Manny Pacquaio is set to face Terence Crawford in a welterweight title unification fight on June 5 in Abu Dhabi, according to reports.The legendary ei Terrence will beat manny easily...i predict TC will stop pacroid at later rounds Tags: crawford, pacquiao. Manny Pacquiao (WBA) vs. Terence Crawford (WBO) Thread starter wesshaw1985; Start date Feb 25, 2020; Forums. Terence Crawford became a three-weight champion after his win over Jeff Horn. Crawford last saw action in November last year, taking down former champion Kell Brook with a fourth-round knockout win en route to his fourth title defense. “(Pacquiao) not … Pacquiao would take the title in July, retiring Lucas Matthysse with a stoppage victory in Malaysia, and while he took the “regular” crown, Thurman views the “super” version of the WBA belt to be the real world title and Thurman as a “world” champion. That is due to it being the largest site fee on offer to stage the event. 11 months on, Spence, 30, is finally set to face Garcia, 32 when they meet on December 5. 03-30-2021, 02:41 PM. Photo: Getty. Pacquiao, 41, currently holds the WBA super welterweight title after defeating Keith Thurman last year. Davis strike and Kenny own goal give champs lead in Old Firm Cup clash, Hamilton with incredible surge to second but can't catch victorious Verstappen, YouTube star Paul brutally KO's Askren in first MINUTE of round one, Nketiah's 96th minute equaliser denies heartbroken Fulham vital win, ©News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. 03-30-2021, 02:41 PM. Despite his achievements inside the ropes, Crawford has still been criticised over his lack of top-level opponents. Commenting is currently disabled on this article. Manny Pacquiao vs. Terence Crawford is under consideration to be the next fight to generate huge revenues by being held abroad, according to promoter Bob Arum. Nebraska’s Crawford, 33 years old, is 37-0 with 28 knockouts while Texas’ Spence, 30, … Manny Pacquiao retires as the second-highest paid boxer of all time. OK, let’s make the Crawford-Pacquiao fight as soon as possible. Join Date: Nov 2014 Posts: 585; Points: 1,454; Share Tweet #1 Crawford vs Pacquiao in play for 5th june in abu dhabi? FREE BETS: GET OVER £2,000 IN SIGN UP OFFERS HERE. Big thing for Manny to be back in a big fight because Manny has a big fan base and following, and people would be happy to see him back in action,” Arum pointed out. That said, Crawford is a notch above Thurman, wouldn’t be at a size disadvantage against the smallish Pacquiao and presumably wouldn’t be coming off a long layoff, as Thurman was when he faced Pacquiao. Crawford had been calling out Pacquiao for the longest time and after his demolition of Brook, he voiced out the desire to rumble with the Filipino eight-division champion next. While not a done deal, two November dates are being discussed for a Crawford vs. Pacquiao showdown. The 42-year-old fighting senator is eyeing to pocket $40 million from a $50 million purse in his possible fight versus the 33-year-old American boxer. Pacquiao likewise backed up Paradigm Sports’ announcement, adding that something big is being cooked up relative to his much-awaited return to the ring. Manny Pacquiao vs. Terence Crawford could head to Abu Dhabi on June 5, reports suggest The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Rosenthal: Fun matchup, as most of Pacquiao’s are.Pacman proved against Keith Thurman that he shouldn’t be underestimated, even in his 40s. Considering the age difference, Arum—who was the promoter of Pacquiao—believed that his former client was reluctant to take on Crawford. Arum, however, said a fight between Crawford and Pacquiao would be the kind that would need spectators. Crawford is 33 and his biggest win came against Viktor Postol in 2016, a good but not great boxer. Today our featured fighter is No. There have been endless rumours over By NEIL BARKER and ROB HARRIS. But most important is we would be able to do it with spectators. Nevertheless, Crawford still got two options – Pacquiao and McGregor. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. But he is already eyeing Crawford, 33, and Pacquiao, 41, afterwards in … They would be using his name to build Crawfords brand Thread starter joncarl; Start date Feb 15, 2021; joncarl Nobody important. Pacquiao vs. Crawford Winner and How? Crawford and Spence are both unbeaten. TERENCE CRAWFORD is reportedly in talks with Manny Pacquiao in a huge Abu Dhabi world title showdown on June 5. The man mainly opposed to boxing Manny Pacquiao was undefeated WBO welterweight champion Terence Crawford himself. At the same time it's just a longshot because Pacquiao will just price himself out of the fight. Arum, in the ESPN report said that a deal was made for the 33-year-old Crawford to fight the 41-year-old Pacquiao earlier this year in Qatar, adding that both Crawford’s and Pacquiao’s camps were satisfied with the prize money. Arum specified that he already had a virtual meeting with Pacquiao via Zoom recently. Boxing Forum. In an interview with The Manila Times Thursday (May 28), Crawford’s promoter, Arum, stated that he is currently working on the fight with Pacquiao. Yet, on Tuesday, Arum revealed in an interview with iFLTV that it could be a long shot to get Pacquiao and Crawford in the same ring, which is why he already has a Plan B in place, which he mentioned was a showdown between Terence Crawford and Kell Brook. Let’s say on the event scale, Spence-Pacquiao or Crawford-Pacquiao come in at an 8 for the public’s feeling and awareness, because of Pacquiao’s name. Time. TERENCE CRAWFORD vs. MANNY PACQUIAO. That is due to it being the largest site fee on offer to stage the event. by Associated Press. Crawford vs. Pacquiao. The 33-year-old Crawford secured five knockout victories in the welterweight division to improve at 37-0 with 28 KOs. Terrence Crawford explains why he wants to fight with the PacMan and how it would impact his career. Manny Pacquiao is down to fight Terence Crawford. Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 1684; Points: ... #1 Crawford vs Pacquiao 06-30-2014, 08:14 AM. Manny Pacquiao retires as the second-highest paid boxer of all time. Photo: Steve Marcus/Getty Images. RUMORED FOR YEARS. And it will be a huge coup for Bob Arum if he can get the contract signed off. However, his team is still considering another former world champion as his next opponent. Arum, in the ESPN report said that a deal was made for the 33-year-old Crawford to fight the 41-year-old Pacquiao earlier this year in Qatar, adding that both Crawford’s and Pacquiao’s camps were satisfied with the prize money. LONDON — It … Floyd Mayweather Jr. Manny Pacquiao next fight: Ryan Garcia, Conor McGregor and Terence Crawford among options Tony Mogan Thursday 11 Feb 2021 4:13 pm Share this … "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Manny Pacquiao is in discussions to return to the boxing ring after an absence of nearly two years to fight WBO welterweight champion Terence Crawford on June 5, a … Arum also emphasized that the Pacquiao vs. Carwford fight will be held outside the United States with a live audience next year as a fight involving the eight-division titlist will surely have a huge crowd. Manny Pacquiao retires as the second-highest paid boxer of all time. Yes, Pacquiao hasn’t competed since the summer of 2019, but that performance was utterly impressive, a victory over then-champion Keith Thurman. Terence Crawford to fight on June 13, Pacquiao or Brook potential opponents. Here we are yet again. Top Rank boss and veteran promoter Bob Arum provided a target date and location for Manny Pacquiao vs. Terence Crawford unification bout. It remains unconfirmed if that can go ahead as only seven weeks remain until the scheduled date. Pacquiao, 42, has not entered the ring since July 2019 when he defeated Keith Thurman to claim the WBA world welterweight title, which was later stripped off of him due to inactivity. Show. To be clear tho. It will be easier said than done for pound-for-pound best, Terence Crawford, to get past Pacquiao. Manny Pacquiao could face Terence Crawford in Bahrain this year, says Bob Arum Manny Pacquiao is in “serious talks” over a title fight with undefeated WBO welterweight champion Terence Crawford, according to Bob Arum. It’s a big event,” he added. 2-rated Terence Crawford, who has been pitted against Errol Spence, Manny Pacquiao, Shawn Porter, Keith Thurman and Danny Garcia in the deep welterweight division. Now, for the Pacquiao fight, you have to have an audience because that’s such as a significant portion of the revenue,” Arum revealed. Boxing. Crawford, 33, has held the WBO strap in the division since 2017 and could now put it on the line against the Filipino icon in the Middle East. ... Crawford vs Pacquiao in play for 5th june in abu dhabi? All Time Today Last Week Last Month. But more importantly, Arum pointed out that they will not miss out on the massive live audience courtesy of the big fan base of Pacquiao. Phil … And despite Pac Man’s age, he would undoubtedly still provide the stiffest test of ‘Bud’s’ career to date. “Without an audience who will put up the money? We told Bob, I get $40 million and Crawford gets $10 million.” Even at age 42, Pacquiao says he feels great physically. He already avoided crawford when they were both with top rank. It is another week, and yet another round of Manny Pacquiao fight rumors. The legendary Pac Man, 42, made history in 2019 when he became the oldest welterweight world champion ever by winning the WBA (Super) welterweight title. Feb 15, 2021 #1 I don't see how this helps TC. The Daly Bread Mailbag returns with Stephen "Breadman" Edwards tackling topics such as the career of heavyweight Larry Holmes, Terence Crawford vs. Manny Pacquiao… There. Pacquiao and Crawford were close to fighting in Qatar but the Minister of Health nixed the idea due to COVID-19 restrictions on audience attendance. News Corp is a network of leading companies in the worlds of diversified media, news, education, and information services. Promoters Top Rank have allegedly told ESPN and In-Demand they want June 5th put on hold for the Crawford vs Pacquiao (62-7-2, 39 KOs) bout. It is not the first time there has been talk of a fight between Pacquiao and Crawford. Eight-division champion Manny Pacquiao is still a dangerous fight for WBO world welterweight champion Terence Crawford even at the age of 42, according to former two-division world champion Timothy Bradley. Boxing promoter Bob Arum has revealed that Manny Pacquiao's team is set to hold talks with Terence Crawford this week to finalise a bout. Arum said he looks to make either the Crawford-Spence or Crawford-Pacquiao fight happen in the first half of 2021. The shocking part of the interview is the monetary demand Pacquiao gave Top Rank promoter Bob Arum in order for the Crawford fight to go through. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. With the whole world coming to normalcy slowly and steadily, spring 2021 looks to be the perfect time for the epic-showdown. The Athletic claims the potential showdown would need to take place in Abu Dhabi. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. View our online Press Pack. However, he still managed to find time to address his future in boxing. Is Manny Pacquiao vs Terence Crawford next? Crawford’s promoter, who used to represent Pacquiao also, has been trying to get the two men to go one-on-one since they were both under his stable. “So we are waiting for some clearance for some place, whether it’s in Asia or Middle East that we will get the funding. As in the case of Lomachenko, our staffers – Michael Rosenthal, Norm Frauenheim and Sean Nam – give their picks in each of those five fights. And as for the target location of the fight, they are looking at somewhere in the “Middle East, Macau or Australia” as possible venues. That is due to it being the largest site fee on offer to stage the event. PHOTO: AP . He’s the last great fighter in this era left.”, Terence Crawford became a three-weight champion after his win over Jeff Horn. But unlike the numerous contract issues that plagued a Mayweather vs Pacquiao contest for years, Bradley simply views Spence Jr. (26-0, 21 KOs) as … TERENCE CRAWFORD is reportedly in talks with Manny Pacquiao in a huge Abu Dhabi world title showdown on June 5. Arum has confirmed he will make an announcement for his next fight next week. “We will be starting June 9 with reaffirmation from Nevada to do boxing events without audiences. Crawford returns to the ring for the first time in nearly a year in a scheduled 12-round fight from the Top Rank bubble at the MGM Grand hotel. Manny Pacquiao vs Terence Crawford in talks for June 5 in Abu Dhabi New, 89 comments Top Rank previously attempted to stage the bout in Bahrain last year. Crawford praised Pacquiao’s performance against the previously unbeaten American Thurman, who is 10 years younger than the fighting senator. 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