For the first time, ERROL SPENCE JR and TERENCE CRAWFORD talked about their upcoming fight. On July 29, at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, the two current top welterweights will compete to determine the better fighter. The fight was officially announced on Thursday, and both pugilists appeared on ESPN’s First Take to be interviewed by the brash Stephen A. Smith.
When asked why the fight took so long to make and how difficult the wait was, Spence said, “Great things take time.” Crawford noted that it had been frustrating but added that he was excited and “gonna show the world why I’m the best fighter on the planet.” Crawford appeared visibly happy during the interview, whilst Spence was all business.
Each of them is recognized as one of the best boxers pound-for-pound globally, not just at 147lbs. Sixty-seven fights between them and no losses. Spence was confident that his style, with his jab, strength, and body shots, would win, while Crawford emphasized that he believed in his skill and style. Both fighters were optimistic that it would be an exciting and action-packed fight, with Spence saying that he was willing to put on a great performance.
The interview concluded with a discussion about whether a spectacular win is necessary for respect, with Crawford saying that every fight is important and that he wanted to put on a tremendous show, and Spence stating that he didn’t need a knockout but would oblige if it happened.