Davis, Imminent Retirement? Crawford at 160 and More: Boxing Analysis

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In the world of boxing, speculation and rumors are commonplace. At Alofoke Deportes, we unravel the reality of the predictions and expectations surrounding the most prominent figures of the moment.

Gervonta Davis: Is Retirement Near?

Gervonta “Tank” Davis, recognized as one of the best boxers today, has hinted at the possibility of retiring. In an interview with Stephen A. Smith, Davis suggested that the end of his career is near. Although he has an exhibition match scheduled against Jake Paul on November 14, the big question is what will happen next.
Davis, Imminent Retirement? Crawford at 160 and More: Boxing Analysis
The reality is that Davis’s interest in boxing seems to have waned. The boxer has spoken openly about a possible early retirement. Davis seems to be motivated primarily by financial gain, and not by legacy. Before his fight with Lamont Roach Jr., Davis stated that he would retire after the next year. The fight with Paul, with its considerable purse, could facilitate his retirement. This could mean that fights against figures like Stevenson, Haney, and Lopez may not materialize soon. A fight in 2026 against Manny Pacquiao could be enough to lure Davis back into the ring.

Teofimo López Jr. vs. Shakur Stevenson: Will the Fight Happen?

The fight between Teofimo López Jr. and Shakur Stevenson is a very real possibility. Although a fight in August between López and Haney did not materialize, the idea that López avoids his opponents is exaggerated. López has proven his worth by facing and defeating high-level rivals such as Vasiliy Lomachenko and Josh Taylor. Stevenson, for his part, is eager to measure himself against a renowned opponent. Both boxers seem to have reached a verbal agreement during the post-fight press conference between Canelo and Crawford. López has stated that he plans to fight Stevenson in early 2026. Victory in this fight would boost the winner in the pound-for-pound rankings and could turn him into a box office draw.
Teofimo López, arriba, busca defender su título de peso junior wélter de la OMB contra el campeón de peso ligero Shakur Stevenson.

Terence Crawford: A New Chapter at 160 Pounds?

After his victory over Canelo Álvarez, Terence Crawford could consider fighting at 160 pounds. After becoming undisputed champion in three weight classes, it’s hard to imagine what else Crawford can achieve. Although there has been speculation about him moving up to light heavyweight, Crawford is aware of his limits.
Después de derrotar a Canelo Álvarez en septiembre, Terence Crawford, a la derecha, podría regresar a la división de peso mediano para su próxima pelea.
Crawford could try to win a world title in a sixth division. Although there are currently no renowned champions at 160 pounds, Crawford has already shown his interest in facing lesser-known champions. Given how often Crawford fights, a more attractive option may arise or one of the middleweight champions may become undisputed. If Crawford decides to continue his career, he will do so to continue making history.

Lamont Roach Jr. vs. Isaac Cruz: The Next Challenge?

Lamont Roach Jr. is likely to face Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz. After the rematch with Gervonta Davis was ruled out, Roach’s team focused on securing a fight to capitalize on the momentum gained in his bout against Davis. Roach is rumored to face Cruz, a former Davis opponent. The fight is expected to take place before the end of the year, although the date and location have not yet been defined. If it materializes, it would be an ideal match for Roach, as facing a former Davis opponent would give him recognition and could result in an exciting fight for the fans.
Davis, Imminent Retirement? Crawford at 160 and More: Boxing Analysis

Brian Norman Jr. vs. Devin Haney: A Guaranteed KO?

It is not likely that the fight between Brian Norman Jr. and Devin Haney will end by KO. While Norman has knockout power, Haney is a superior boxer. Although Haney’s performance against Ryan Garcia was not the best, he managed to recover from three knockdowns. Haney is a technical boxer with a sharp jab, good defense, and footwork. Norman will need to be technically sound to win, and looking for a knockout could result in Haney outboxing him. It’s likely to be a strategic fight where both boxers are cautious. One might hit the canvas, but it’s unlikely that the judges won’t be needed to determine the outcome.
Devin Haney, a la derecha, obtuvo una decisión unánime contra José Ramírez en la ciudad de Nueva York en mayo.
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