Terence Crawford’s trainer Brian McIntyre recently took some time to speak with Fight Hype about what is expected to be an undisputed welterweight matchup between his man and Errol Spence. Here McIntyre answers some questions about what kind of matchup he expects and what could happen next. Take a look at some excerpts below.
McIntyre on how he rates Spence as an opponent for Crawford
“I think Spence is something special, obviously, because of where he is in this game. But I know Bud and I know how much Bud wants to fight Spence and wants to conquer the 147-pound division, he wants to be the undisputed king of the 147-pound division. It’s a tall order for a fighter to be able to come in and do that against a fighter like Spence, but you better believe me, mentally and physically, (Crawford) is ready.
On the narrative that Crawford hasn’t fought anyone at 147
“I’m tired of people saying Bud hasn’t fought anybody…but once he conquers and becomes the undisputed champion, all that shit is dead.”
On whether he envisions a fight between Crawford and Jaron Ennis coming to fruition
“’Boots’ is phenomenal, great fighter, good guy, good team out there with his dad. I’m sure if that fight goes across the board and it all falls into place, that’s going to be something we’ll see.”
On Crawford saying he wants to fight Charlo at 154 after beating Spence, and whether Charlo or Spence would be the tougher opponent
“I think they fight the same… I would give it to Spence for what he accomplished in the sport of boxing… Spence hasn’t been beaten, so Spence doesn’t have that mindset.”
