Terence Crawford Stripped of WBC Title, Loses Undisputed Champion Status
Terence Crawford’s status as a three-weight undisputed champion was recently disrupted. The 38-year-old fighter secured this title in September after defeating Canelo Alvarez. This victory added to his previous accomplishments at welterweight in 2023 and super-lightweight in 2017.
Stripped of WBC Title
In a surprising turn of events, Crawford has been stripped of the WBC super middleweight title. The decision was announced during the WBC convention held in Thailand from November 30 to December 5, 2025. WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman revealed that Crawford failed to pay sanctioning fees for his last two bouts and has been unresponsive to the organization since September.
Current Title Situation
As a result of this development, Crawford now holds only three of the four super-middleweight titles. His future plans remain uncertain, particularly regarding whether he will stay at 168 pounds or move down to middleweight.
- Crawford’s win over Canelo Alvarez: September 2023
- Stripped of WBC title: December 2025
- Title vacated due to sanctioning fee issues
Next Steps for the Title
The vacant WBC title presents opportunities for other fighters. Interim champion Christian Mbilli is set to face No.2 contender Hamzah Sheeraz for the now-available full title. This matchup is expected to be exciting, showcasing Mbilli’s action-packed style against Sheeraz’s heavy-handed approach.
Mbilli retained his interim title with a draw against Lester Martinez in September. Following this match, Martinez is positioned as the mandatory challenger for the winner of the upcoming bout between Mbilli and Sheeraz.
Potential Impact on Crawford’s Career
This recent setback could significantly influence Crawford’s boxing journey. With the loss of his title, fans and analysts are eager to see how he will navigate this challenging situation moving forward.
