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Terence Crawford's Most Difficult Fight: The Gamboa Experience
Terence Crawford identifies his fight against Gamboa as his most difficult, not due to physical pain, but because of the vast experience gap and the learning curve involved in facing a highly-rated, Olympic gold medalist early in his championship career.
Errol Spence: A Volume Puncher, Not a One-Punch Knockout Artist?
Terence Crawford offers his analysis of Errol Spence's punching power, stating he was surprised Spence didn't hit harder. He characterizes Spence as a volume puncher who wears opponents down, rather than a one-punch knockout artist.
The Bittersweet Victory: Crawford's Disappointment After Long-Awaited Recognition
Terence Crawford discusses his feelings after his big win, revealing that while he was happy to prove himself, he also felt disappointed it took so long to get a marquee fight and the recognition he deserved at 35 years old.
The Perfect Dance: How Fighters Peak for a Major Bout
Terrence Crawford details the intricate process of peaking for a fight, explaining how experienced athletes and their coaches orchestrate training to ensure everything aligns perfectly for fight night, sometimes requiring them to pull back from overtraining.
Terence Crawford's Battle with Childhood Anger and Its Impact on His Career
Terence Crawford reveals his struggles with anger as a child, realizing later that it stemmed from his absent father and his mother's strict, physical disciplinary methods. He explains how this led to him replicating that behavior in the outside world, but ultimately contributed to his composure and ability to overcome challenges, a common trait among great fighters.
Terence Crawford on Becoming 'The Man' After Errol Spence Fight
Terence Crawford reflects on his dominant victory over Errol Spence, acknowledging the long-awaited recognition and respect he finally received after the fight, solidifying his status as the best.
The Underrated Benefits of Swimming for Boxers: Crawford's Training Secret
Terence Crawford shares his comprehensive training routine, emphasizing the crucial role of swimming for breathing, endurance, and joint health, a practice he's maintained throughout his entire career.
Terence Crawford's Surprising Diet: No Beef/Pork, But Lots of Candy in Camp
Terence Crawford reveals his interesting dietary habits, including abstaining from beef and pork, but surprisingly admitting to still eating 'tons of candy' even during training camp, asserting his ability to make weight despite the sweet treats.
Terence Crawford's Surprising Reason for Cutting Beef
Terence Crawford shares a personal anecdote about experiencing severe back problems and discovering, after medical scans, that it was linked to the difficulty his body had digesting beef. He explains how cutting beef from his diet resolved the issue completely, offering a unique perspective on diet and health.
Why Terence Crawford Keeps Fighting: Beyond the Money
Terence Crawford discusses his original goal to retire at 33 and why he chose to continue fighting, motivated by his body telling him he wasn't done and the pursuit of a "mega-fight" to solidify his worldwide legacy. He proudly states that he doesn't *need* to box anymore due to smart investments and businesses, fighting purely for the legacy.
Believing in Greatness: The Canelo Challenge
Terence Crawford shares his deep belief in his skills and team, envisioning a potential fight with Canelo Álvarez as the biggest in boxing history. This moment highlights his ambition and self-confidence in pursuing legendary status.
The Shark-Infested Pool of Boxing Excellence
Joe Rogan and Terence Crawford discuss the relentless pursuit of excellence in boxing, describing the sport as a 'shark-infested pool' where elite fighters like Errol Spence demonstrate 'levels upon levels' of skill and dedication.
Floyd Mayweather's Genius: Gaming the System for Post-Retirement Riches
Terence Crawford praises Floyd Mayweather's strategy of making millions post-retirement by fighting opponents with 'zero chance'. He views it as entertainment and a brilliant way to 'game the system' and continue earning, drawing comparisons to boxing legends like Ali and Tyson.
Why Terence Crawford Won't Let His Kids Play Football or Box: The 'You Can Be Anything' Lie
Terence Crawford reveals he won't let his children play football or box, preferring sports like basketball, wrestling, golf, or baseball. He challenges the common saying 'you can be whatever you want to be,' arguing that genetics and physical limitations often dictate career paths, especially in sports.
Why Fighters Get Knocked Out: The Science of Dehydration
Terrence Crawford explains the scientific reason why fighters get knocked out, linking it directly to dehydration and the brain's movement inside the skull when hit.
The Extreme Reality of MMA Weight Cutting and the IV Ban
Terrence Crawford discusses the tremendous and often dangerous weight cutting practices in MMA, and explains why IVs for rehydration were banned, linking it to the potential for masking performance-enhancing drugs.
Why Win Bonuses are Unfair: The Problem with MMA Fighter Pay
Terrence Crawford criticizes the MMA pay structure, especially the win bonus system, arguing that bad judging decisions can unfairly cost fighters half their earnings and advocates for a flat purse system like in boxing.
How a Broken Hand Led Terence Crawford to Master Southpaw
Terence Crawford reveals how a childhood hand injury forced him to train his left hand while wearing a cast, inadvertently leading him to develop his dominant Southpaw stance and becoming equally powerful in both hands.
Terence Crawford's Unique Approach: Why He Doesn't Watch Much Fight Film
Terence Crawford explains his unconventional training philosophy of not watching much film on opponents. He believes fighters adapt their style against him, preferring to make in-ring adjustments and relying on his coaches for strategic plans.
Terence Crawford's Masterful Stance Switching: The Key to Victory
Joe Rogan praises Terence Crawford as the best ever at switching between Orthodox and Southpaw stances. Crawford explains his strategic decision to start Southpaw against Errol Spence, capitalizing on Spence's lack of experience against southpaws and his own powerful hook.
The Hidden Cost of Being Champion: Fighters Paying for Their Own Belts
Terence Crawford exposes a controversial aspect of professional boxing: champions paying sanctioning bodies 2-3% of their earnings for belts. He questions the value of these fees when the Ring Magazine belt, which is free, holds equal respect, and highlights how mega-stars transcend the need for paid titles.
Terence Crawford's Audacious Goal: Becoming a 3-Time Undisputed Champion at 168 lbs
Terence Crawford outlines his ambitious plan to move up two more weight classes to 168 lbs and become the first-ever three-time undisputed boxing champion by fighting the winner of Canelo vs. Charlo, solidifying his place as an all-time great.
Terence Crawford's Drive for the Canelo Fight: 'I Love the Challenges'
Terence Crawford expresses his intense excitement for a potential fight against Canelo Alvarez, driven by the challenge and the opportunity to prove doubters wrong who claim he's "too little" for the bigger fighter. He details how he mentally sizes up Canelo, focusing on his own advantages like arm length and speed, showcasing his fighter's mindset.
Buster Douglas: The Ultimate Underdog Story of Talent, Discipline, and Heart
Joe Rogan and Terence Crawford analyze the elements of elite performance, combining talent, mind, genetics, and discipline. They use Buster Douglas's legendary upset over Mike Tyson as a prime example, highlighting how personal tragedy fueled his rigorous training and led to an 'all-time great' performance.
Terence Crawford: Skills and Confidence Trump Weight in Boxing
Terence Crawford articulates his belief that skills and confidence are more important than weight in boxing. He asserts that his power commands respect regardless of an opponent's size and that he can always outthink his adversaries.
Terence Crawford's 'Undeniable Moment' and Roy Jones Jr. Comparison
Joe Rogan compares Terence Crawford's career trajectory and the criticism he faced to Roy Jones Jr., highlighting how dominant fighters are often underestimated until an 'undeniable moment' proves their all-time great status.
Terence Crawford's Mom Never Praised Him - And It Made Him Great
Terence Crawford opens up about his mother's unique approach to parenting, which involved never praising him and even paying neighborhood kids to fight him. He explains how this tough love instilled an extreme competitive spirit and mental toughness, making him thrive on doubters and always stay focused, no matter the distractions.
From Cheater to Cleaner: Victor Conte's Role in Anti-Doping
Joe Rogan and Terence Crawford discuss Victor Conte, a controversial figure known for supplying undetectable steroids to athletes like Barry Bonds, who is now working to clean up sports. They highlight the irony and effectiveness of someone with his past experience being involved in anti-doping efforts, emphasizing the need for transparency in testing and the impact of positive tests on fighters like Dillian Whyte.
The Call for a Boxing Union: Mandatory Fights, 401ks, and Health Insurance
Terence Crawford passionately argues for fundamental changes in boxing, advocating for mandatory fights, a single champion per division (like the UFC), and crucial fighter benefits such as 401ks, unions, and health insurance to protect athletes after their careers.
Terence Crawford's Philosophy: Why He Stays Lowkey and Authentic
Terence Crawford explains his choice to remain lowkey and authentic, resisting pressure from friends and family to adopt the flashy, trash-talking persona of other fighters like Mayweather or Tank. He emphasizes that being true to oneself ensures happiness and integrity beyond the sport, preventing the need to chase fame or buy friends once the money and cheers fade.