Crawford’s Next Move Could Shake Up Two Divisions—Here’s What We Know!

As the boxing world looks ahead to the rest of 2025, all eyes remain fixed on one man: Terence “Bud” Crawford. At 37 years old, the undefeated three-division champion shows no signs of slowing down. With the welterweight division firmly in his grasp and rumors swirling about a potential move up in weight, Crawford’s next decision could send shockwaves through not just one, but two stacked divisions—welterweight and super welterweight.

Crawford currently holds the WBA and WBO welterweight titles, having unified the division with a dominant win over Errol Spence Jr. in 2023. Since then, he’s continued to showcase his elite skills, most recently outclassing Israil Madrimov in 2024. But as he runs out of worthy opponents at 147 pounds, speculation is growing that he may be eyeing a jump to 154—where bigger challenges and legacy-defining opportunities await.

One potential opponent generating buzz is Vergil Ortiz Jr., the hard-hitting rising star with an undefeated record. A matchup between Crawford’s surgical precision and Ortiz’s explosive power could be a fight-of-the-year candidate. Still, some insiders believe Crawford has his sights set even higher—on a fourth division title at super welterweight. Names like Jermell Charlo, Tim Tszyu, and Jaron “Boots” Ennis are being thrown into the mix, setting the stage for blockbuster bouts that could redefine boxing’s elite hierarchy.

Boxing analyst Max Kellerman notes, “If Crawford moves to 154 and wins a title, he’s in rare air. We’re talking about a guy who could surpass even some of the sport’s greatest multi-division champs.” It’s a risk, no doubt. Crawford would be giving up size and youth to fighters who are naturally bigger and hungry to take down a legend. But if history has taught us anything, it’s to never bet against Bud.

Crawford, known for keeping his cards close to the chest, has remained noncommittal. “I’ll fight whoever they put in front of me,” he said in a recent interview. “Weight doesn’t matter. I’m built for this.” That confidence, paired with his adaptability and unrivaled ring IQ, makes any division he enters instantly more dangerous—and more exciting.

Whether he stays to defend his welterweight crown or chases glory at super welterweight, one thing is clear: Crawford’s next move will reshape the landscape of boxing in 2025. And fans everywhere are holding their breath, waiting to see where the king goes next.