I didn't watch the video but it clearly wasn't the weight. Might be able to say lifestyle plus injuries, but I think from what we saw we can say Crawford would have won that even if they did make the fight several years ago.
He looked really tight at the weight. Real hollow in the cheeks. I thought he'd win but Bud put on a clinic. I don't think Spence wins at any weight now. Bud just had too many angle too many shots to select and too much speed and power.
Wylie’s Art and Science of Boxing was ten times the channel when still active and at his best. Same goes for David Christian. "Class in session"
That is a fantastic video clip , it shows Bud was on a different level in ring IQ and skills and I think it explains why Spence ducked him for years. I believe his team knew how good Bud is .
If weight wasn’t a issue then bud should fight him again at 154, it would still be his best or 2nd best win behind the first fight, would be his biggest payday next to a fight with Jermell, and he would get credit for it