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Crawford: Respect Laila Ali's Legacy
29 Jul
Summary
- Crawford retired undefeated, emphasizing respect for boxing pioneers.
- He stated Laila Ali paved the way for current female boxers.
- Crawford suggested Mikaela Mayer as Shields' ideal next opponent.
Terence Crawford, who retired with an undefeated professional boxing record of 42-0, recently appeared on The Real Report. During the show, he advocated for respecting the legacy of former female boxer Laila Ali. Crawford explained that Ali's career was instrumental in opening doors for contemporary athletes such as Clarissa Shields.
He further elaborated on the progression of earnings in women's boxing. Crawford pointed out that Laila Ali was once the highest-paid female boxer, a title now held by Clarissa Shields, with Amanda Serrano also earning substantial amounts. This financial evolution demonstrates the sport's growth and increased visibility.
Crawford also offered his perspective on potential matchups for Shields. He expressed a desire to see Shields compete against Mikaela Mayer, a decorated three-division world champion.
