Jermell Charlo wants to be the next man opposite Terence Crawford in the ring.
Crawford [42-0] defeated Canelo Alvarez to claim the undisputed super middleweight crown, on September 13.
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Crawford is coming off of a huge career high as he assesses his next optionsCredit: Getty
As he claimed a unanimous decision win over Canelo, ‘Bud’ also became the first male three-weight undisputed champion of the four-belt era.
His recent success cemented him as one of the hottest names on the professional scene.
It saw him facing plenty of call-outs for his next outing, including one from the former undisputed super-welterweight champion, Charlo.
The Texas native was last seen in 2023, when he moved up to challenge for Canelo’s undisputed crown at super middleweight.
While Charlo was comprehensively beaten by the Mexican, Crawford peaked the interest of ‘Iron Man’ as he managed to do just that when they shared the ring last month.
Charlo said via social media, on Saturday: “It would be an honor to get in the ring with [Crawford].
“As becoming undisputed, he completed something that I didn’t.
“Being in the ring with Crawford would be amazing.
“I would give him the best fight of today’s era.
“I don’t think there is any other fight out there in the boxing world for Crawford to make right now.
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Charlo became the undisputed junior middleweight champion in May 2022Credit: Amanda Westcott/SHOWTIME
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Charlo lost his his undisputed titles when Canelo defeated him in 2023Credit: Getty
“The best fight really, would be me. The best fight with Boots is me, the best fight with Crawford is me.”
What is Terence Crawford’s likely next move?
Crawford is naturally assessing his options for his first undisputed title defense, and he is definitely not short of options.
He has even teased an appearance to chase the world title at middleweight, as it remains the only division from lightweight to super middleweight that he is yet to dominate.
That could be a strong option, should he opt to remain active.
The Nebraska native appears to be toying with the idea of retiring, but has yet to confirm his official decision.
If Crawford retires, as the current best pound-for-pound boxer in the sport, it would be a classic example of a legend going out while on top.
But lucrative paydays and further history beckon if he chooses to lace up his gloves again.