In a dramatic turn of events before their highly anticipated match, Canelo Alvarez clashed physically with Terence Crawford’s manager after the latter insulted Alvarez’s wife and daughter. The confrontation occurred during a pre-fight event, where Crawford’s manager made derogatory remarks about Alvarez’s family, prompting the Mexican champion to retaliate.

Witnesses reported that what started as a heated verbal exchange quickly escalated into a physical brawl, with Alvarez throwing the first punch. Security intervened to separate the two, but not before several punches were exchanged, causing a scene of chaos.

Alvarez’s camp defended his actions, stating that he was provoked by the offensive comments, while Crawford’s camp attempted to downplay the incident, calling it a misunderstanding. The altercation has added an unexpected layer of intensity to the match, with fans speculating on its impact on Alvarez’s performance. This incident underscores the personal stakes involved in the sport and has only heightened the anticipation for the upcoming fight.