Terence Crawford’s remarkable boxing career has reached its conclusion, with the 38-year-old announcing retirement while maintaining an impeccable 42-0 record. The decision was revealed Tuesday via an emotional social media video posted three months after his career-defining victory over Canelo Álvarez.
Last September’s fight in Las Vegas saw Crawford deliver a boxing clinic against Álvarez, earning a unanimous decision to capture the undisputed super middleweight crown. The victory represented the apex of a career built on technical brilliance, unwavering determination, and an ability to rise to every challenge.
Crawford’s announcement focused on the personal significance of retiring on his own terms, describing it as winning a battle different from those fought in the ring. He opened up about the driving forces behind his success—the desire to silence critics, support his family, represent Nebraska proudly, and honor the young boy who started with nothing but dreams.
After turning professional in 2008, Crawford’s ascent was rapid and relentless. His 2014 victory over Ricky Burns for the WBO lightweight title marked his arrival on the world stage, and he never looked back. Over the following years, he conquered five weight divisions, demonstrating versatility and skill that few fighters possess.
The career numbers are staggering: 42 wins, no losses, 31 knockouts, 18 world championships across five weight classes, and never being knocked down. Crawford retains three super middleweight titles (WBA, IBF, WBO) after losing the WBC belt over a sanctioning fee issue. Most impressive is his perfect record of victories by stoppage or unanimous decision—not a single judge ever scored against him in any fight throughout his entire career.