Terence Crawford has strongly criticized WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman after losing his WBC super-middleweight title due to unpaid sanctioning fees. Crawford achieved undisputed 168lb champion status with a historic win over Canelo Alvarez in Las Vegas last September, making him the first male fighter in recent history to hold undisputed titles in three weight classes.
However, Crawford’s reign as the undisputed super-middleweight champion was short-lived as Sulaiman confirmed Crawford’s belt removal for failing to pay the required fees. Crawford expressed his frustration, questioning the WBC’s authority and highlighting the financial burden on fighters for the organization’s luxuries.
In a separate event, Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul are set to collide in a heavyweight matchup in Miami on December 19, to be broadcast live on Netflix. Fans can access the fight for free with Sky’s £15 Essential TV bundle, the lowest price offered by the brand for Sky TV.
Sulaiman retaliated against Crawford’s actions, labeling the fighter’s non-payment as a disrespectful gesture considering the WBC’s role in lucrative boxing events like Crawford-Canelo. Despite the setback, the WBC emphasized the importance of respect in boxing and announced a vacant title fight between Hamzah Sheeraz and Christian Mbilli to determine the new champion.
The WBC’s swift decision-making process led to the upcoming title fight, with Mbilli holding the interim title and Sheeraz showcasing his skills in previous matches. The boxing community awaits the outcome of the vacant title battle as the sport continues to evolve.
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