Body Blow Alert: Terence Crawford Zeros In on Canelo’s Soft Spot Ahead of September 13 Mega-Fight

by Cris Andal

Terence “Bud” Crawford is coming for the body—and maybe for history. In a newly released training clip that’s gone viral among boxing circles, the undefeated welterweight king is seen drilling thunderous body shots with his coach Brian “BoMac” McIntyre, hinting at a calculated plan to crack Canelo Alvarez’s most talked-about vulnerability: his midsection.

With their blockbuster clash set for September 13 at Allegiant Stadium, and streaming globally on Netflix, Crawford isn’t just training hard—he’s training smart. His vicious focus on body work may be more than just routine prep. It could be the key to toppling a legend.

Target Locked: Canelo’s Body

Canelo (63-2-2, 39 KOs) has long been hailed for his iron chin, making headshots a low-yield strategy. But sharp-eyed fans remember one moment in his trilogy with Gennadiy Golovkin, where a clean body shot had Canelo flinching and looking to the ref—an instinctive reaction some now see as a crack in the armor.

Crawford (41-0, 31 KOs), whose style combines surgical precision with deceptive power, seems to be sharpening that specific weapon. In the video, every body shot he throws reverberates off BoMac’s pad like a drumbeat of intent. He’s not headhunting—he’s going for the gut.

Netflix’s First Super Fight

This bout isn’t just another PPV scrap—it’s a streaming milestone. With Netflix broadcasting the event to its 300 million subscribers, Canelo vs. Crawford could become the most-watched boxing match in history, opening a new era for the sport’s digital future.

Held in the heart of fight city at Allegiant Stadium, the event is set to blend spectacle and substance. Boxing purists may debate the style matchup, but the sheer magnitude of the moment is undeniable.

Is Canelo Losing His Edge?

Respected trainer Robert Garcia added fuel to the fire, telling YSM Sports Media that Canelo has looked flat in recent outings.

“He’s become too comfortable,” Garcia said. “A businessman in the ring. He does just enough to win, but there’s no fire.” Garcia pointed out that Canelo’s performances against the likes of William Scull, Jaime Munguia, and Edgar Berlanga lacked urgency and killer instinct.

And that, Garcia believes, might just open the door for Crawford.

“If Canelo fights the way he has been—flat-footed, one punch at a time—Crawford’s footwork and timing can take over,” Garcia explained. “I’m giving Crawford a real shot at pulling off the upset.”

A Legacy Fight

For Crawford, this isn’t just a fight—it’s a leap into greatness. Moving up in weight to challenge the undisputed super middleweight champ, he’s risking it all. But if his game plan lands—if those body shots wear Canelo down—it could be the defining moment of his career.

The countdown to September 13 is on. The stakes? History, legacy, and the chance to shock the world on the biggest stage boxing has ever streamed.