Crawford reverses retirement stance, hints at return
Terence Crawford has thrown a curveball into boxing’s rumour mill, hinting he isn’t ready to lock the door on his career after all. Speaking this week, the American star suggested the retirement talk was premature, instantly sparking fresh buzz about who he could face next. The sudden shift has promoters and rivals recalculating, with Crawford’s next move suddenly back on the table.
Crawford holds a flawless professional record and has captured world titles across four divisions, achievements that place him among boxing’s modern greats.
“I never said I was officially done,” Crawford explained in comments carried by TalkSport. “I just needed time to think and enjoy life outside boxing.” He added that the right fight and motivation could still draw him back.
From the opposing corner, rival camps have taken note. One leading trainer told US media that “Crawford returning would change the landscape overnight.” Analysts believe money, legacy bouts and unfinished business are driving the rethink.
The comments reopen doors many thought were closed, suggesting Crawford’s story in the ring may not yet be finished.