Terence Crawford has announced his retirement from professional boxing, bringing an end to one of the most dominant careers in the sport’s history.
The 38-year-old pound-for-pound star made the announcement on Tuesday via his Instagram page, saying he was stepping away with no regrets.
“Walking away as a great with nothing else left to prove. #CrawfordERA,” Crawford wrote.
Crawford retires with a perfect professional record of 42 wins from 42 fights, capping his career with a blockbuster victory over Canelo Alvarez in September. The bout, which aired on Netflix, reportedly attracted about 41 million viewers and ended in a unanimous decision win for Crawford.
The victory over Alvarez saw Crawford move up in weight and secure his third undisputed championship, further cementing his legacy as one of boxing’s all-time greats.
Over the course of his career, Crawford won world titles across five weight divisions, ranging from lightweight to super middleweight.
He also recorded high-profile wins against some of the biggest names in boxing, including Errol Spence Jr, Shawn Porter, Kell Brook and Amir Khan.
There had been speculation that Crawford could return to face Alvarez again or even take on social media boxer Jake Paul in 2025, but his announcement suggests he is satisfied with his achievements.
A statement released alongside the announcement praised his journey and influence beyond the ring.
“Crawford’s life and career tell the ultimate story of defying the odds, disproving all the doubts and questions of others and the power of self belief at every turn,” the statement said.
“His impact on the sport of boxing, his hometown of Omaha, and young people who have watched his inspirational story of success will last far beyond his last fight.”
