ESPN’s Mike Coppinger has reported that both Spence and Crawford are set to earn lucrative eight-figure guaranteed sums for their highly anticipated clash at the Showtime-produced event, the exact amounts of which remain undisclosed.
This generous compensation package doesn’t even include potential Pay-Per-View points, which could further boost their earnings significantly.
To add even more intrigue to the already high-stakes bout, there exists a bidirectional rematch clause.
In the event of a loss, the defeated fighter has the option for a rematch within 30 days, potentially leading to a substantial salary increase for both athletes.
And now, since Crawford won the match in the ninth round, Errol Epence has the option for a rematch appeal.
Before this epic showdown was officially confirmed, Spence and Crawford’s paths nearly crossed in 2022.
However, their plans were thwarted by disagreements surrounding contract terms, expenses, and transparency.
Crawford revealed that representatives from two unidentified hedge funds offered astounding guaranteed purses of $25 million each for both fighters.
What Happened?
The debate over the best welterweight of the modern era has now been decisively settled.
In a thrilling showdown on Saturday night, Terence Crawford showcased his brilliance by dominating Errol Spence, securing three knockdowns and ultimately stopping Spence in the ninth round, thus claiming the title of undisputed welterweight champion.
Though the first round started off slowly for both fighters, Crawford quickly took control of the bout.
In the second round, he unleashed a devastating counter jab that sent Spence to the canvas for the first time.
Despite Spence’s determination to keep fighting, Crawford’s speed, technical finesse, and raw power proved too much to handle.
In the seventh round, Spence suffered two more knockdowns, yet he valiantly persisted, attempting to turn the tide of the match.
However, Crawford’s superiority was evident as he relentlessly landed heavy jabs and powerful straight left hands, leaving Spence struggling to find an answer.
As the ninth round approached, Crawford’s assault had Spence in a vulnerable state, prompting the referee to intervene and stop the action at 2:32 of the frame.
The victory solidified Crawford’s supremacy in the welterweight division, putting an end to any lingering doubts and establishing him as the undisputed champion in spectacular fashion.
