The Masterpiece is Complete: Terence “Bud” Crawford Retires with a Perfect 42-0 Record
In the world of boxing, most fighters stay too long and lose their titles in a sad way. But Terence “Bud” Crawford just did the impossible: he is retiring while he is still the best fighter in the world.
Today, Crawford officially ended his career with a perfect record of 42 wins and 0 losses. He isn’t leaving because he’s tired or hurt, he’s leaving because there is nobody left to beat.
The Big Final Win
The last time we saw Crawford in the ring was his massive fight against Saul “Canelo” Alvarez. Even though Canelo was much bigger and stronger, Crawford used his incredible smarts to win a 12-round decision.
With that win, Crawford became the first man ever to be the “Undisputed Champion” (meaning he held all four major belts at the same time) in three different weight classes.
“I’ve done everything I set out to do,” Crawford said. “I’m leaving the game with my health and my legacy perfect.”
Why He Is a Legend
If you aren’t a hardcore boxing fan, here is why Terence Crawford is special:
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The “Switch-Hitter”: Most boxers fight with one hand forward. Crawford could switch from right-handed to left-handed in the middle of a fight, which confused everyone he faced.
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The Perfectionist: He won all 42 of his professional fights. He never had a draw, and he never lost.
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The Finisher: He didn’t just win on points; he knocked out almost everyone he fought, including the previously unbeaten Errol Spence Jr.
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The “Omaha” Pride: He stayed true to his hometown of Omaha, Nebraska, showing that you don’t need to live in a big city like Los Angeles to be a global superstar.
By The Numbers
| Stat | Details |
| Total Fights | 42 |
| Wins by Knockout | 31 |
| Losses | 0 |
| Weight Classes | He won titles in 5 different divisions |
What Happens Next?
At 38 years old, Crawford is retiring wealthy and healthy. He has nothing left to prove. He beat the best fighters of his generation and proved that technique and hard work beat hype every time.
He will go down in history alongside legends like Muhammad Ali, Sugar Ray Leonard, and Floyd Mayweather. Boxing fans will miss him, but his “perfect” career is now set in stone.
