Jim Gray Thinks Floyd Mayweather's Style Of Boxing Wasn't A Good Thing For The Sport

The highly anticipated super middleweight championship clash between Saul “Canelo” Alvarez and Terence “Bud” Crawford, held in glamorous Las Vegas, didn’t fully meet expectations. Ultimately, Crawford, an undefeated welterweight with a remarkable 42-0 record, decisively triumphed over Alvarez, the sport's financial powerhouse, securing a unanimous decision victory and unifying the super middleweight title.Crawford's ascent from 135 to 147 pounds and his recent leap to 154, now taking on Alvarez—boasting a record of 63-3-2—showcases his boldness and readiness. His challenge is deemed essential for the sport's vibrancy, with sports commentator Jim Gray stating that Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s influence has negatively affected boxing.On the "Nightcap" podcast, Gray criticized the prioritization of an undefeated record over legacy, asserting that true greatness stems from confronting elite fighters. While not all favor Mayweather’s defensive style, he undeniably reshaped boxing, pushing fighters to advocate for their worth. (Photo: Wikipedia Commons)