Am I the only one who believes Crawford could easily beat Mayweather?

Discussion in 'World Boxing Forum' started by monaim, Sep 16, 2025 at 5:40 PM.


  1. monaim

    monaim Member Full Member

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    That fight, for some reason, doesn't feel like it would be close; it feels like it would be one-sided. I think Crawford is like a kryptonite-style fighter for Mayweather. He's smart, has excellent reach, is a southpaw, and is very advantageous in clinch. Most importantly, while Mayweather is considered the smartest fighter, Crawford is an equally very intelligent fighter.
     
    monaim, Sep 16, 2025 at 5:40 PM
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  2. Barrf

    Barrf Boxing Addict Full Member

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    Yes.
    ;)
     
    Barrf, Sep 16, 2025 at 5:41 PM
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  3. Usyk is the best

    Usyk is the best Active Member Full Member

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    Well I won't say easily, cause Floyd had very high ring IQ and excellent skills. He'd be very caucious vs Bud, and there would be many close rounds. But Bud definitely is one of those boxers who can beat Floyd.
     
    Usyk is the best, Sep 16, 2025 at 5:56 PM
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  4. RealDeal

    RealDeal Pugilist Specialist Full Member

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    I would have given the edge to Floyd before this fight, but I’m leaning towards Crawford now. Mayweather would likely never have taken the fight though.
     
    RealDeal, Sep 16, 2025 at 5:56 PM
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  5. Usyk is the best

    Usyk is the best Active Member Full Member

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    What is obvious for anyone: Bud is certainly a physically stronger man and a far harder hitter. That would play on his side.
     
    Usyk is the best, Sep 16, 2025 at 5:58 PM
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  6. MidniteProwler

    MidniteProwler Fab 4. Mayor of Aussie Boxing Full Member

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    Could he beat him? Maybe but nobody is beating Floyd easily.
    Mayweather would be the rightful favorite.
     
    MidniteProwler, Sep 16, 2025 at 6:00 PM
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  7. drenlou

    drenlou VIP Member

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    Crawford would have a chance, but I'm not betting against Floyd. Floyd UD
     
    drenlou, Sep 16, 2025 at 6:07 PM
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  8. Rexrapper 1

    Rexrapper 1 Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Floyd has never lost to anyone easily in his entire boxing career and that goes back to even the amateurs. To say Crawford beats Floyd easy is to downplay his skills and abilities he brings to the table.
     
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    Rexrapper 1, Sep 16, 2025 at 7:48 PM
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  9. SergioJ91

    SergioJ91 Active Member Full Member

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    I agree…Crawford would beat him
     
    SergioJ91, Sep 16, 2025 at 8:06 PM
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  10. elmaldito

    elmaldito Skillz Full Member

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    No
     
    elmaldito, Sep 16, 2025 at 8:13 PM
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  11. SquaredCircle

    SquaredCircle Active Member Full Member

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    Would it surprise me if Crawford beat Mayweather at 147/154? No, because he has the physical attributes, instincts, and skills to possibly edge out a very close one. Crawford would beat any Mayweather from the first Maidana fight onwards. That said, both in their best forms at these weights and I'd favor Mayweather in a competitive, clear decision.

    And honestly, rewatching Mayweather-Canelo, there is a clear gap in skill level and reflexes when comparing Mayweather and Crawford.
     
    SquaredCircle, Sep 16, 2025 at 8:18 PM
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