Canelo Alvarez has a notable world champion in his camp to prepare for facing Terence Crawford.
The undisputed super middleweight world champion puts his four belts on the line against ‘Bud’ Crawford on September 13 in Las Vegas. Crawford will step through the ropes undefeated, though faces a mountain to climb in weight having only competed as high as 154lbs. Alvarez has lost twice, though hasn’t lost in the 168 ranks.
Though most of the conversation has been focused on Crawford’s preparation and how he is handling the jump in weight, Canelo’s camp has a new addition that has fans talking.
Jaron Ennis – who chased a fight with ‘Bud’ at welterweight but couldn’t land it – posted a picture of himself and the Mexican icon after a sparring session.
— Boots (@JaronEnnis) August 23, 2025
The switch-hitter from Philadelphia had been recognised at the heir to Crawford’s throne, and told YSM Sports Media years ago he believes he is better in every way.
“Whatever he thinks he can do, I can do better. Crawford was a great fighter, but it’s different over here. I’m faster, strong, younger, smarter, and defence way better. He’s a great fighter, but with you, you got to outthink him, out-point him and outsmart him. Walk to him a little bit. Touch him, keep touching him, touch that body, and that’s how you get him.”
Ennis – who will make his own super-welterweight debut on October 11 after vacating his unified welterweight belts – has since said that he believes the match-up is close but, like many others, leans towards Canelo due to the Mexican being bedded in at the weight.
