[Boxing] Crawford vs Spence

[mirakal]

As I was browsing, I found this.

World champions Errol Spence Jr. and Terence Crawford are no closer to signing on the dotted line for a massive Pay Per View.
Despite months of back-and-forth discussions, Spence and Crawford will have to consider alternative opponents shortly.
Jaron Ennis is the next in line to challenge Spence Jr. if an undisputed welterweight title fight with Crawford fails to materialize.

Source: https://www.worldboxingnews.net/2022/10/02/errol-spence-jr-terence-crawford-contract-mess/

This is bad news, though it's also speculation it's not good to see this kind of news that will only disappoint the fans who keep hyping this fight. I don't know why they are still hesitant to make it happen, it's a big PPV fight, both will certainly make huge money.

Indeed but unfortunately, we cannot do anything about it because that same dispute whether if it's big or small, that will likely be the reason why this fight will not materialize. It might be a speculation for now but anywhere I looked into, things are not getting good and that speculation is the nearest possible scenario because if not, then there's no reason to delay the fight any longer.

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[Shamm]

As I was browsing, I found this.

World champions Errol Spence Jr. and Terence Crawford are no closer to signing on the dotted line for a massive Pay Per View.
Despite months of back-and-forth discussions, Spence and Crawford will have to consider alternative opponents shortly.
Jaron Ennis is the next in line to challenge Spence Jr. if an undisputed welterweight title fight with Crawford fails to materialize.

Source: https://www.worldboxingnews.net/2022/10/02/errol-spence-jr-terence-crawford-contract-mess/

This is bad news, though it's also speculation it's not good to see this kind of news that will only disappoint the fans who keep hyping this fight. I don't know why they are still hesitant to make it happen, it's a big PPV fight, both will certainly make huge money.

Indeed but unfortunately, we cannot do anything about it because that same dispute whether if it's big or small, that will likely be the reason why this fight will not materialize. It might be a speculation for now but anywhere I looked into, things are not getting good and that speculation is the nearest possible scenario because if not, then there's no reason to delay the fight any longer.

This is a bad news for now to the boxing fans  because as a fan of boxing I can not deny that I am very sad to hear this because we all know how interesting this fight is, and  both fighters has a skill and good strategy in terms of boxing and they are both undefeated champions.. but  what we want to see is in our imagination only because this fight will not be gonna happen for now maybe in next year's this fight will happen .

[LUCKMCFLY]

The way PBC is treating Crawford, I don't they will be able to sign him if he beats Spence except for a 1 or 2 fights deal that would guarantee a title shot against undisputed super middleweight champion Jermell Charlo. After that, I think he is headed to DAZN.

As a knowledgeable in boxing, do you think that regardless of who will win on this match between Spence and Crawford, they will face Jermell Charlo next at the super middleweight?

Or a rematch is bound to happen first?

I really like that this fight between Spence and Crawford should happen now to now end the issues of who's the best in the Welterweight and finally will move on to their next plan.

There is a high chance that a rematch is bound to happen first regardless of the result, I don't think that Spence or Crawford will just move-on without having a second bout to try and settle their scores. Also, a rematch clause was stated and that's expected as this is an undisputed fight and a measurement on who's really the best boxer in the welterweight division.

An immediate rematch clause regardless of the result? What if Crawford knocks out Spence in round 1 or if Spence knocks out Crawford also in round 1? Does this not make the rematch not very marketable for the promoters and also not very tempting to watch for the fans? I reckon there must be a clause within the rematch clause hehe.

Also, Bob Arum said that Crawford will beat Spence. But how can we trust Arum when he was hurt by Crawford when he left Top Rank for free agency.



“I really believe Terence is the better fighter and will beat Spence when they fight, although I expect it’ll be a tremendous fight. That remains to be seen,” said Arum when asked if Spence – Crawford will be on the level of the 1980s fight between Sugar Ray Leonard and Tommy Hearns.

Source https://www.boxingnews24.com/2022/09/bob-arum-picks-terence-crawford-to-defeats-errol-spence-jr/

Yes, you're right. I won't be marketable for the organizers and promoters if Spence or Crawford will get knocked out especially in the 1st round of the fight, anyway, they haven't released some details regarding that clause within the rematch clause. What we know is that the defeated boxer could chose to activate that clause or not, and we know it won't be activated if that defeated boxer was lost dominantly by a way of KO/TKO. I bet the promoter won't let the boxer do that because it's already nonsense.

I also believe that Bud Crawford have the higher hand in this fight, the man is fearless and could break mountains if he has to. While Spence here is clearly trying to drag the schedule because he knows that Crawford won't be the same as time goes by.

In that you are absolutely right, I think that what Crawford defends him the most is the zero fear of fighting with Spence, I do not know if Spence wants to delay the fight, but I do not think it will affect Crawford for me the result will be the same, what I think that at any moment the result can be the same, for me there is no difference, if Spence does not prepare as he is, I think he would be the one who would lose the most, Crawford has many advantages, I think he has a lot of solidity in his strategies If in a fight things got out of control I think the boxer has learned to mature what he has already learned, for me it is a golden opportunity that cannot be wasted.

As I was browsing, I found this.

World champions Errol Spence Jr. and Terence Crawford are no closer to signing on the dotted line for a massive Pay Per View.
Despite months of back-and-forth discussions, Spence and Crawford will have to consider alternative opponents shortly.
Jaron Ennis is the next in line to challenge Spence Jr. if an undisputed welterweight title fight with Crawford fails to materialize.

Source: https://www.worldboxingnews.net/2022/10/02/errol-spence-jr-terence-crawford-contract-mess/

This is bad news, though it's also speculation it's not good to see this kind of news that will only disappoint the fans who keep hyping this fight. I don't know why they are still hesitant to make it happen, it's a big PPV fight, both will certainly make huge money.

Indeed but unfortunately, we cannot do anything about it because that same dispute whether if it's big or small, that will likely be the reason why this fight will not materialize. It might be a speculation for now but anywhere I looked into, things are not getting good and that speculation is the nearest possible scenario because if not, then there's no reason to delay the fight any longer.

Well, we are in the world of boxing and we always put our points of view, we share great news and possible speculations of what may happen, however, I believe that this fight will happen, in fact what is most handled here is the broad business model that is generated with these fights, we can see that through Spence and Crawford it is being taken with greater concern, some of the fans just want to see this fight to place their bets, and they want to know what the boxers think , be above their sponsors, I think deep down they both want to fight, if we put aside all business and money, these two should fight and I know they want to fight.

This is a bad news for now to the boxing fans  because as a fan of boxing I can not deny that I am very sad to hear this because we all know how interesting this fight is, and  both fighters has a skill and good strategy in terms of boxing and they are both undefeated champions.. but  what we want to see is in our imagination only because this fight will not be gonna happen for now maybe in next year's this fight will happen .

It may be that these things are happening, but in part, I believe that a fight as good as this should happen, in fact I think it will happen, for me these things have a lot to do with the part of the rivalry between the two, I think that these boxers have a lot of dislike for each other and this pleases the fans, although as I said before, I know that the World Cup in Qatar is approaching and attention at the world level will be focused in that direction, I think that boxing fans want action, but good action, from which they can make an unforgettable fight, I think that if it is this year or the other, it should happen, now what I can think is that maybe they got some kind of statistics and they don't see it as viable for now .


Here I have some information that was produced, it is very interesting:

Errol Spence on Terence Crawford fight: “S**t is happening next, all you need to know!”

The Spence vs. Crawford fight was tentatively talked about taking place on November 19th, but with Terence reportedly wanting visibility, don’t the expenses for the bout; it could delay the match from happening?

The good news is Spence is confirming the fight with Crawford is happening, so that’s one positive thing. With Crawford getting older, fans can’t afford to wait too much longer for the fight to happen.

Source: https://www.boxingnews24.com/2022/10/errol-spence-on-terence-crawford-fight-st-is-happening-next-all-you-need-to-know/

It may be that all this is part of what both boxers are doing to add some spice to it, it may be a good surprise for this end of the year, we could talk about an end-of-the-year fight of the moment! You never know.

[freedomgo]

It's been widely known by the fans that Crawford is willing to accept the smaller slice of the cake because he knows that Spence has earned the right to get bigger slice, what the man wants is a full transparency, is that really hard to agree? If that's the case then it's somewhat clear that Spence and his camp wants to take as much as they can while they have the advantage and by denying Crawford. Maybe it's time to affect the fact that Spence and his camp have no plans on making the fight happen.

Jaron Ennis is the mandatory opponent of Spence and this guy has an awesome record he has 29 wins and 27 knockouts and is touted to be the next Floyd Mayweather, Spence is going to get less money on this fight and he will be in trouble against this guy because this is a worthy challenger, this could be the guy that can stop the Spence - Crawford to happen if he beat Spence, Spence should face Crawford because there is huge money that he's going to take than fighting Ennis.

Kept on hearing his name that's why I decided to watch some of his fights because on paper, he is already considered pretty but when I saw his fights, no wonder why he is so hyped this days. The man has a knockout ratio of 90% and his punches are truly explosives that will always makes its way to the opponent's temple. But I don't know why he is touted to be the next Floyd, all I can see is he have the same facial structure but skills? Not so. Either way, this looks entertaining but people still wanted a Crawford vs Spence fight and in fact they are still waiting for the good news even if it's already rumored that the fight is near to impossible.

[Vaculin]

^ Again, the fight has been hype already and to that point that it seems that our waiting is turning into disappointment because of the time that we have to wait and then we don't know if who is balking or stalling or if they have the contracts but a lot of points to be cleared. Hopefully that talks is still going on secretly as they don't want to preempt to get leak to the media as this is a very important fight in the division, it's a unification fight and I don't remember when it did happen at 147 lbs.

It's been hyped since May this year and I think both camps started talking last June or July, fans have been feeling great and delighted when they knew that the deal is finally finished and both camps are just waiting for the contract but few days later, everything turns to gray as the fight is now back on square one.

Maybe it's much better to leave it as is and just wait for them whenever they are ready because I believe that they are doing anything they can, it's just there are some unexpected problems. There are some rumors that either one of the camps is stalling but sadly, we cannot verify that information.

[Shamm]

^ Again, the fight has been hype already and to that point that it seems that our waiting is turning into disappointment because of the time that we have to wait and then we don't know if who is balking or stalling or if they have the contracts but a lot of points to be cleared. Hopefully that talks is still going on secretly as they don't want to preempt to get leak to the media as this is a very important fight in the division, it's a unification fight and I don't remember when it did happen at 147 lbs.

It's been hyped since May this year and I think both camps started talking last June or July, fans have been feeling great and delighted when they knew that the deal is finally finished and both camps are just waiting for the contract but few days later, everything turns to gray as the fight is now back on square one.

Maybe it's much better to leave it as is and just wait for them whenever they are ready because I believe that they are doing anything they can, it's just there are some unexpected problems. There are some rumors that either one of the camps is stalling but sadly, we cannot verify that information.

In my opinion maybe they are delaying the fight because they all know that what ever they do fans from the both fighter will want to see this big event by the two undefeated boxers. But for sure someday or somehow this fight will be open soon.  And if we talk about the tickets sell then for sure in just an days or a weak before it available to sell it will sold out. But what we must to do right now is that to wait until they announce a final decision about this fight.

[Japinat]

^ Again, the fight has been hype already and to that point that it seems that our waiting is turning into disappointment because of the time that we have to wait and then we don't know if who is balking or stalling or if they have the contracts but a lot of points to be cleared. Hopefully that talks is still going on secretly as they don't want to preempt to get leak to the media as this is a very important fight in the division, it's a unification fight and I don't remember when it did happen at 147 lbs.

It's been hyped since May this year and I think both camps started talking last June or July, fans have been feeling great and delighted when they knew that the deal is finally finished and both camps are just waiting for the contract but few days later, everything turns to gray as the fight is now back on square one.

Maybe it's much better to leave it as is and just wait for them whenever they are ready because I believe that they are doing anything they can, it's just there are some unexpected problems. There are some rumors that either one of the camps is stalling but sadly, we cannot verify that information.

In my opinion maybe they are delaying the fight because they all know that what ever they do fans from the both fighter will want to see this big event by the two undefeated boxers. But for sure someday or somehow this fight will be open soon.  And if we talk about the tickets sell then for sure in just an days or a weak before it available to sell it will sold out. But what we must to do right now is that to wait until they announce a final decision about this fight.

Delaying the fight is not necessary anymore, as if this fight will not be sold out once it is announced. There are big reasons behind, it's probably not because they are not yet convince they can make the target revenue in this fight but most probably the terms on both teams are not yet meet.

[Baofeng]

^ Again, the fight has been hype already and to that point that it seems that our waiting is turning into disappointment because of the time that we have to wait and then we don't know if who is balking or stalling or if they have the contracts but a lot of points to be cleared. Hopefully that talks is still going on secretly as they don't want to preempt to get leak to the media as this is a very important fight in the division, it's a unification fight and I don't remember when it did happen at 147 lbs.

It's been hyped since May this year and I think both camps started talking last June or July, fans have been feeling great and delighted when they knew that the deal is finally finished and both camps are just waiting for the contract but few days later, everything turns to gray as the fight is now back on square one.

Maybe it's much better to leave it as is and just wait for them whenever they are ready because I believe that they are doing anything they can, it's just there are some unexpected problems. There are some rumors that either one of the camps is stalling but sadly, we cannot verify that information.

In my opinion maybe they are delaying the fight because they all know that what ever they do fans from the both fighter will want to see this big event by the two undefeated boxers. But for sure someday or somehow this fight will be open soon.  And if we talk about the tickets sell then for sure in just an days or a weak before it available to sell it will sold out. But what we must to do right now is that to wait until they announce a final decision about this fight.

Delaying the fight is not necessary anymore, as if this fight will not be sold out once it is announced. There are big reasons behind, it's probably not because they are not yet convince they can make the target revenue in this fight but most probably the terms on both teams are not yet meet.

Probably this is the biggest stumbling block as we thought that the fight is sealed already. And yes, his might be going back into circles and really nothing is going on the negotiations. We know that this fight will be sold out in days after it will be announced. But so far, it will be delayed already, the November date could be given to other fights by the venue as for sure they will update us that it will be December and then next year, this could be the pattern, short of saying that it won't be in 2022.

[Jating]

^ Again, the fight has been hype already and to that point that it seems that our waiting is turning into disappointment because of the time that we have to wait and then we don't know if who is balking or stalling or if they have the contracts but a lot of points to be cleared. Hopefully that talks is still going on secretly as they don't want to preempt to get leak to the media as this is a very important fight in the division, it's a unification fight and I don't remember when it did happen at 147 lbs.

It's been hyped since May this year and I think both camps started talking last June or July, fans have been feeling great and delighted when they knew that the deal is finally finished and both camps are just waiting for the contract but few days later, everything turns to gray as the fight is now back on square one.

Right, when they win against their worth opponent, Crawford against Porter, and then Spence vs Ugas. Everyone is delighted that finally a unification fight in the biggest division of boxing. But now the tune has change.

Maybe it's much better to leave it as is and just wait for them whenever they are ready because I believe that they are doing anything they can, it's just there are some unexpected problems. There are some rumors that either one of the camps is stalling but sadly, we cannot verify that information.

Yeah, that is the option left for now, leave it as it is and hope that they fight is going to be pushed by either side and not shelved it totally. Or someone big stepping up to tell both camps to make it because the demands for the fans is really there.

[carlisle1]

^ Again, the fight has been hype already and to that point that it seems that our waiting is turning into disappointment because of the time that we have to wait and then we don't know if who is balking or stalling or if they have the contracts but a lot of points to be cleared. Hopefully that talks is still going on secretly as they don't want to preempt to get leak to the media as this is a very important fight in the division, it's a unification fight and I don't remember when it did happen at 147 lbs.

It's been hyped since May this year and I think both camps started talking last June or July, fans have been feeling great and delighted when they knew that the deal is finally finished and both camps are just waiting for the contract but few days later, everything turns to gray as the fight is now back on square one.

Maybe it's much better to leave it as is and just wait for them whenever they are ready because I believe that they are doing anything they can, it's just there are some unexpected problems. There are some rumors that either one of the camps is stalling but sadly, we cannot verify that information.

In my opinion maybe they are delaying the fight because they all know that what ever they do fans from the both fighter will want to see this big event by the two undefeated boxers. But for sure someday or somehow this fight will be open soon.  And if we talk about the tickets sell then for sure in just an days or a weak before it available to sell it will sold out. But what we must to do right now is that to wait until they announce a final decision about this fight.

Delaying the fight is not necessary anymore, as if this fight will not be sold out once it is announced. There are big reasons behind, it's probably not because they are not yet convince they can make the target revenue in this fight but most probably the terms on both teams are not yet meet.

I follow you with that. The terms and conditions still on the negotiations part both camps might have demands that they wanted
to settle before they will sign the contract.

Whatever it is only them knows, maybe it will be announced if they already done with the contract signing, for now it's just simply
a speculation, but no definite or concrete reasons.

Ticket sales are not a problem, as both fighters do have solid supporters to buy tickets and pay for PPV.

[coin-investor]

Delaying the fight is not necessary anymore, as if this fight will not be sold out once it is announced. There are big reasons behind, it's probably not because they are not yet convince they can make the target revenue in this fight but most probably the terms on both teams are not yet meet.

Both camps are demanding and very meticulous in the details of the contract, they have already months to settle all the issues, this is what happens if one of the camps does not want the fight to proceed and will make it appear that the other camp that doesn't want the fight to push through.

It's now or never for both camps there are a lot of promising boxers on the rise and one of them is Ennis, they are not getting any younger anymore but up to now both of them don't have what you might be called a legacy fight, this fight is a legacy fight that will define their respective career.

[Pamadar]

Delaying the fight is not necessary anymore, as if this fight will not be sold out once it is announced. There are big reasons behind, it's probably not because they are not yet convince they can make the target revenue in this fight but most probably the terms on both teams are not yet meet.

Both camps are demanding and very meticulous in the details of the contract, they have already months to settle all the issues, this is what happens if one of the camps does not want the fight to proceed and will make it appear that the other camp that doesn't want the fight to push through.

It's now or never for both camps there are a lot of promising boxers on the rise and one of them is Ennis, they are not getting any younger anymore but up to now both of them don't have what you might be called a legacy fight, this fight is a legacy fight that will define their respective career.

Who will win this possible fight will take home all the belts from this division. It will be a fulfilling legacy for the winner.

Though there is still negotiation and there are no clear updates in terms of confirmations between the two camps
and yes, they are not getting any younger might be possible if, in case they will not proceed, both camps will find
another challenger and make a decent amount of winning profits.

[Yamifoud]

Delaying the fight is not necessary anymore, as if this fight will not be sold out once it is announced. There are big reasons behind, it's probably not because they are not yet convince they can make the target revenue in this fight but most probably the terms on both teams are not yet meet.

Both camps are demanding and very meticulous in the details of the contract, they have already months to settle all the issues, this is what happens if one of the camps does not want the fight to proceed and will make it appear that the other camp that doesn't want the fight to push through.

It's now or never for both camps there are a lot of promising boxers on the rise and one of them is Ennis, they are not getting any younger anymore but up to now both of them don't have what you might be called a legacy fight, this fight is a legacy fight that will define their respective career.

Who will win this possible fight will take home all the belts from this division. It will be a fulfilling legacy for the winner.

Though there is still negotiation and there are no clear updates in terms of confirmations between the two camps
and yes, they are not getting any younger might be possible if, in case they will not proceed, both camps will find
another challenger and make a decent amount of winning profits.

Maybe fulfilling but I'm pretty sure once this fight happens there will be a rematch clause, so whoever wins the fight is not going to enjoy holding the belt for long as the loser might take revenge in the rematch. This would happen especially if the fight is close or will end in a controversial decision by the judges, but as a fan, I would rather see a KO than taking this fight to the hands of the judges.

[agustina2]

Maybe fulfilling but I'm pretty sure once this fight happens there will be a rematch clause, so whoever wins the fight is not going to enjoy holding the belt for long as the loser might take revenge in the rematch. This would happen especially if the fight is close or will end in a controversial decision by the judges, but as a fan, I would rather see a KO than taking this fight to the hands of the judges.

There is really a rematch clause in the terms as far as the original terms are concerned.

And if ever things will be official now, let's expect that the rematch clause is included in the terms.

A rematch is really needed as this saga shouldn't end in a single fight.

But before we discussed the rematch clause, let's hope that this fight will be saved from being jeopardized as mentioned recently on this thread.

[Shamm]

Maybe fulfilling but I'm pretty sure once this fight happens there will be a rematch clause, so whoever wins the fight is not going to enjoy holding the belt for long as the loser might take revenge in the rematch. This would happen especially if the fight is close or will end in a controversial decision by the judges, but as a fan, I would rather see a KO than taking this fight to the hands of the judges.

There is really a rematch clause in the terms as far as the original terms are concerned.

And if ever things will be official now, let's expect that the rematch clause is included in the terms.

A rematch is really needed as this saga shouldn't end in a single fight.

But before we discussed the rematch clause, let's hope that this fight will be saved from being jeopardized as mentioned recently on this thread.

Yes you are right that mate and For sure there's a rematch after this fight will end like what other fight did before for example Manny pacaman vs Marquez after their first meet a losser raise for a a second meet which is a rematch. and this will be happen if this fight will happen too because they see both undefeated once this fight will end Into KO or even draw then rematch clause will be rise too.

[Oasisman]

^ Again, the fight has been hype already and to that point that it seems that our waiting is turning into disappointment because of the time that we have to wait and then we don't know if who is balking or stalling or if they have the contracts but a lot of points to be cleared. Hopefully that talks is still going on secretly as they don't want to preempt to get leak to the media as this is a very important fight in the division, it's a unification fight and I don't remember when it did happen at 147 lbs.

Exactly, the hype is already there. The problem of todays fighters is that, they lack the courage of risking their records to a fellow fighter who did thought stronger than them or have an equal ability and skills with them.
We do not certainly know which one of them are holding to preserve their precious records. They can say whatever they can in relation with pursuing this match. However, either of them can always find a reason to cancel the match.
I'm afraid this will be another Manny vs. Floyd match, met in the ring past their prime. I personally don't know who's ducking and who's not, but with the fans' perspective, Floyd was the one who's ducking to preserve his precious record.

[chaser15]

That can be used as an excuse though, it's not good because it will only make the fight delayed or worst not gonna happen due to a fighter so demanding.

Do you really understand the issue? Crawford's camp is just asking for transparency, why it's hard to disclose? They don't even tell the public about it but at least it should be transparent to both camps. Simple as that.

If that thing is not clear, then I have to agree though that the fight should be delayed or canceled this year.

Crawford are always interested to take the small share of the pie but it should be clear and somehow fair.

[harizen]

Spence vs. Crawford happening “Further down the future” says Floyd Mayweather Jr

If you guys remembered, Mayweather Jr. said way back in June or July if I'm not mistaken that he will be the one who will announce first if this fight will go to materialize for real and official. Unfortunately, Mayweather Jr. told the public bad news saying that the Errol Spence Jr vs. Terence Crawford fight won’t happen until "further down the future".

It's now safe for me to assume that this fight will not happen this year. So unfortunate.

[Japinat]

^ Again, the fight has been hype already and to that point that it seems that our waiting is turning into disappointment because of the time that we have to wait and then we don't know if who is balking or stalling or if they have the contracts but a lot of points to be cleared. Hopefully that talks is still going on secretly as they don't want to preempt to get leak to the media as this is a very important fight in the division, it's a unification fight and I don't remember when it did happen at 147 lbs.

It's been hyped since May this year and I think both camps started talking last June or July, fans have been feeling great and delighted when they knew that the deal is finally finished and both camps are just waiting for the contract but few days later, everything turns to gray as the fight is now back on square one.

Maybe it's much better to leave it as is and just wait for them whenever they are ready because I believe that they are doing anything they can, it's just there are some unexpected problems. There are some rumors that either one of the camps is stalling but sadly, we cannot verify that information.

In my opinion maybe they are delaying the fight because they all know that what ever they do fans from the both fighter will want to see this big event by the two undefeated boxers. But for sure someday or somehow this fight will be open soon.  And if we talk about the tickets sell then for sure in just an days or a weak before it available to sell it will sold out. But what we must to do right now is that to wait until they announce a final decision about this fight.

Delaying the fight is not necessary anymore, as if this fight will not be sold out once it is announced. There are big reasons behind, it's probably not because they are not yet convince they can make the target revenue in this fight but most probably the terms on both teams are not yet meet.

I follow you with that. The terms and conditions still on the negotiations part both camps might have demands that they wanted
to settle before they will sign the contract.

Whatever it is only them knows, maybe it will be announced if they already done with the contract signing, for now it's just simply
a speculation, but no definite or concrete reasons.

Ticket sales are not a problem, as both fighters do have solid supporters to buy tickets and pay for PPV.

That is if there's indeed a fight that will happen soon, it's okay to be delayed, what's not okay is that the fact that we don't know anymore if this is going to happen because there are some rumors already that the fight is already almost impossible to happen as both camps haven't agreed on each other's terms.

[mirakal]

Spence vs. Crawford happening “Further down the future” says Floyd Mayweather Jr

If you guys remembered, Mayweather Jr. said way back in June or July if I'm not mistaken that he will be the one who will announce first if this fight will go to materialize for real and official. Unfortunately, Mayweather Jr. told the public bad news saying that the Errol Spence Jr vs. Terence Crawford fight won’t happen until "further down the future".

It's now safe for me to assume that this fight will not happen this year. So unfortunate.

I agree with you, I also remember that Floyd Mayweather have actually said that he will be one of the first few people to break the news for the public's knowledge once the deal is already done for sure and according to the article you shared this fight is no longer possible this year because of the issues pertaining to the fight. I couldn't help but to think and bother that there's indeed someone who is pulling the strings behind to delay the fight, and for me this is not about the money anymore, it's more on legacy as both of them are still undefeated up to this point.