After Terence Crawford‘s surprising victory over Saul “Canelo” Alvarez to become the undisputed super middleweight champion, speculation about the Mexican fighter’s future was not long in coming and for Brian “Bomac” McIntyre, Crawford’s trainer, it is still not time for him to retire.“He has nothing to prove,” McIntyre said in an interview with The Ring. Despite the defeat, the trainer sees the Mexican’s legacy intact and suggests that he could still offer more to boxing. “Rest, get back in the gym, evaluate where you are… The man is already in history.”
At just 35 years of age, Canelo has an extensive track record of almost 70 professional fights, a wear and tear that he himself has recognized. However, his body language and recent statements do not reflect the desire to hang up the gloves.
Legacy secured and millions to be made: What’s next for Canelo Alvarez?
Although many thought that this latest defeat would mark the end, the reality seems different and Canelo has shown interest in continuing to collaborate with key figures such as Turki Alalshikh, with whom he has strengthened ties in his recent commitments. This opens the door to new fights on international stages.
For McIntyre, the next step is clear: “Just take what you can from the sport. If you have two dollars or 200 million in your contract, take what you can and get out”. The coach’s recommendation is blunt: keep going while you can, without worrying about proving anything to anyone.
McIntyre himself made it clear that he is not interested in who the Mexican’s next opponent might be: “I’d love to see him fight again if he’s got a little bit more left in the tank,” he said. Canelo faces a crossroads that not all champions manage to handle with balance, his legacy is more than written, but the hunger to compete still lives. The trainer’s words reflect respect and certainty that if the Mexican decides to continue, he still has something to offer in the ring.
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