Pre-fight banter between fighters can be as entertaining as the bout itself. But this week, the pre-fight banter was between a fighter and a promoter. The undisputed welterweight champion Terence Crawford and promoter Eddie Hearn went at it with multiple people present. They delivered savage insults to each other and more.
The two squared off in a war of words ahead of Crawford’s fight with Israil Madrimov next weekend. Their exchange was filled with playful jabs and cutting remarks. Crawford, known for his in-ring prowess, showed he was equally sharp with his tongue. He boldly claimed Hearn wasn’t better than him at anything except talking.
Hearn, never one to back down from verbal sparring, fired back with his own retort. He suggested Crawford seemed nervous, claiming the champ’s energy was “all off.” The promoter didn’t stop there, questioning the welterweight champ’s focus for the upcoming fight. Crawford, unfazed, reminded Hearn of his past victories against the promoter’s fighters. He mentioned his wins over Ricky Burns and Julius Indongo with a hint of pride.
Eddie Hearn, quick on his feet, brushed off these past defeats with typical British humor. Ever the showman, he delivered the final blow with a cheeky grin. He suggested Crawford had “gone soft” since making his fortune in boxing.
This entertaining back-and-forth highlights the complex relationships in professional boxing. Fighters and promoters often share a history of both conflict and camaraderie. It also showcases the psychological warfare that precedes big fights. Both men know the power of words in hyping up a fight.
Israil Madrimov’s Coach Gives Props To Terence Crawford But Feels He Would Lose
The boxing world is buzzing with anticipation for the upcoming clash between Crawford and Madrimov. This fight has all the makings of a classic showdown. The reigning champion Crawford is stepping up to face a new challenge. Madrimov, a rising star, is ready to test his mettle against the best.
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But according to Madrimov’s coach, Joel Diaz, this fight isn’t a one-sided affair. Diaz acknowledges the immense challenge Crawford presents to his fighter. However, he also believes that this fight would be no easy feat for Crawford as well.
‘It’s a very tough task. Terence Crawford is the best fighter pound-for-pound and very well-rounded…It’s an honor to work on a plan to beat him. We have a good strategy with a good fighter…He’s [Madrimov] been 100 percent disciplined … he makes his opponents uncomfortable, and it’s not going to be easy for Crawford,” said Diaz via ProBox TV.
Diaz hinted at a strategy that could potentially upset the champion’s rhythm. Madrimov, a natural at this weight, might have an advantage in power and size. Diaz wonders how Crawford’s punches will affect his sturdy fighter at this weight. Saturday’s fight will clear that. But one thing remains certain in boxing, and that is to expect the unexpected!
