All-time great Terence Crawford set to be offered opportunity to stage remarkable return to the ring in 2026.
Terence ‘Bud’ Crawford is set to be offered a major opportunity to stage a sensational return to boxing after his recent retirement.
In December 2025, Crawford announced his retirement from the sport in which he has accomplished so much, with his place amongst the greats well and truly cemented.
Crawford is a three-weight undisputed world champion, with his most recent success coming up at 168lbs, where he defeated Canelo Alvarez in a remarkable performance at a weight class previously unbeknownst to the Omaha-born phenomenon.
That display saw Crawford truly achieve superstardom for the first time in his career, with over 40 million people tuning into Netflix to watch him dethrone the much-loved Mexican.
The event was promoted by The Ring, spearheaded by new owner Turki Al-Alshikh, who rewarded both Bud and Canelo with career-high purses for their efforts.
With the mega fight taking place at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, The Ring brought in the face of the UFC, Dana White, to be the lead promoter for the event.
White is launching Zuffa Boxing this Friday, and after his recent signing of cruiserweight world champion Jai Opetaia, the boxing newcomer now eyeing up the spectacular signature of 38-year-old Crawford.
Speaking to TMZ, White admitted that he is considering approaching the 42-fight veteran with an offer later on during 2026.
“He [Crawford] decided to retire. I think he should be out there fighting everybody. After seeing the masterpiece he put on that night, he’s so good and talented. I actually like him. He’s a great guy.
“We’ll put on some fights here, see how things play out,” White said. “And I might give him a call in the next six to seven months”.
It is yet to be seen whether Crawford has the desire to return to the sport, Although, after such an impressive performance in his last outing, there is no doubt Crawford can still compete at the top level.
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