Terence Crawford Retires from Boxing: “Nothing Left to Prove”

Terence Crawford has officially announced his retirement from boxing at the age of 38. The decision comes just three months after he achieved a historic milestone as the undisputed champion in three weight classes. This remarkable accomplishment was sealed following his victory over Canelo Álvarez for the undisputed super middleweight title in September 2025.

Retirement Announcement

In a heartfelt message shared on social media, Crawford expressed that he is stepping away from the sport “as a great, with nothing left to prove.” He emphasized his choice to retire on his own terms, stating, “This is not goodbye; it’s the end of one fight and the beginning of another.” Crawford acknowledged his intense dedication to boxing, stating, “I’ve given this sport every breath I had… Now, it’s time.”

Impressive Record

Finishing his career with an unblemished record of 42 wins and no losses, including 31 knockouts, Crawford leaves behind an extraordinary legacy. Notably, he was an undisputed champion in multiple weight classes:

• Super Middleweight
• Welterweight
• Super Lightweight

Crawford claimed the undisputed welterweight title by knocking out Errol Spence Jr. in July 2023 and achieved his first major world title in the lightweight division against Ricky Burns in 2014.

Career Highlights

Crawford’s journey in boxing began in 2008, after he narrowly missed out on qualifying for the 2008 U.S. Olympic team. Initially, he was not widely recognized in the sport until he faced Breidis Prescott in his first televised fight in 2013. This match set the stage for his rapid ascent in boxing.

His tenacity in the ring helped him secure 18 major world titles and the title of the best pound-for-pound fighter, as ranked by ESPN in 2025. Throughout his career, Crawford sought high-caliber matchups, eventually moving away from Top Rank Promotions to further his career as a free agent.

Future Speculations

Although there were speculations about Crawford pursuing a fourth undisputed title in the middleweight division or facing celebrity boxer Jake Paul, he ultimately chose to retire. He stated, “I spent my life chasing something—not belts or money, but that feeling you get when the world doubts you.”

As he steps away from the ring, Terence Crawford leaves a lasting impact on boxing and is celebrated as one of the sport’s most accomplished athletes.