Mike Tyson openly supports Terence Crawford in the upcoming fight against Canelo Alvarez on September 13.
The bout takes place at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas and will stream worldwide on Netflix.
Canelo defends his undisputed super middleweight title while Crawford moves up two weight classes for the fight.
Tyson Acknowledges Canelo’s Strength
Tyson admits he wants Crawford to win but calls Canelo a smart and powerful fighter.
Speaking on The Big Podcast, Tyson said, “I want Crawford to win, but it doesn’t look like that’s gonna happen.”
He added, “I would like it to happen, but Canelo hits hard and fights intelligently. I just want to see it.”
Upsets Can Happen
Tyson recalled historic upsets, noting, “Henry Armstrong at 124 lbs beat 146 lbs champ Barney Ross. Anything can happen.”
He emphasizes that fights remain unpredictable, whether in the boxing ring or on a basketball court.
Tyson’s Analysis Attracts Attention
As a former world champion and student of boxing, Tyson’s insights draw attention and respect from fans worldwide.
He enjoys breaking down fights, especially high-profile bouts like Canelo vs Crawford, for his audience.
