Terence Crawford makes big admission about possible two-fight deal against McGregor

A hype has built up Terence Crawfordis the next opponent in the ring. After winning the WBA junior middleweight title fight against Israel Madrimov In August, rumors began circulating about a possible fight with him UFC legend Conor McGregor. After a conversation between the two, Crawford made a remarkable admission Possibility of a two-fight deal with McGregor.

After the face Floyd Mayweather in 2017, McGregor expressed his desire to put the boxing gloves back onthis time against Crawford, but with a twist– a fight in the octagon and another one in the boxing ring. “$100 million per fight, 1 MMA, 1 boxing. $200 million dollars!McGregor posted on Instagram.

Although Crawford initially responded to McGregor's comment with a playful “Tried“, the undefeated boxer finally explained why he declined the offer: “They offered me the fight and Conor and I spoke on the phone. I just told him, “I’m not going to do an octagon with you.” so you can kick me and elbow me and….

“He started laughing and said 'Man, I respect it. You respect my sport, just like I respect your sport, and you understand that when you step into an octagon You will be at a disadvantage. “Just like I would get into the boxing ring with you, I will be at a disadvantage'” Crawford said Bernie Tha Boxer YouTube channel.

Despite the huge payday, Crawford remained steadfast in his decision to avoid the octagon, even as McGregor tried to persuade him further: “He said, 'We're going to make a lot of money.'” I said, “Yeah, Sometimes it's not about the money“I can make money, but you’re not going to kick me out, dude.” Kicks and elbows, man, this is no joke.“

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McGregor's opinion of Crawford

Before Crawford ultimately declined, McGregor tried to generate hype around the potential fight. During a Duelbits live stream, the UFC star shared more details about their conversation: “I answer the phone and say, “Crawford, they're talking about you and me.” Two-fight deal, first MMA, then boxing. I know you have an extensive wrestling backgroundand b – the size of a Bengal tiger.

“And then he says, 'I don't feel like kicking Conor McGregor,' that's what he said. You have to respect that“, he ended. As McGregor's desire for a boxing showdown appears to be waning, Crawford's decision seemed final. However, with $200 million on the table, there's always a chance the boxer could end up undefeated could bring about a change of heart.

What's next for Crawford?

Terence Crawford secured it WBA junior middleweight title In his last fight he defeated the previous one undefeated Israel Madrimov. With world championships in four different weight classes (Lightweight, Light Middleweight, Light Welterweight and Welterweight) rumors are circulating about Crawford possibly thinking about retirement.

However, a renowned organizer Turki Alalshikh has other plans as he is actively working to set up a blockbuster fight between Crawford and the Mexican superstar Canelo Alvarez. “I'm working on making that happen The fight between Canelo and Crawford is taking place. I want this fightsaid the organizer. “We're thinking about keeping it in the US. We strive for both End of this year or beginning of next year (2025).”