Terence Crawford (31-0, 22 KOs) is one of the most gifted boxers in the sport, and he showcased his talents once again in Saturday’s HBO Boxing main event. The Nebraskan systematically picked apart a tough but overmatched Felix Diaz (19-2, 9 KOs) to the point where Diaz’s corner called the fight off at the end of round 10. Both of the 2008 Olympic gold medalist’s eyes were severely swollen and there was no point in prolonging the punishment.
CompuBox credited Crawford for a staggering 59% connection rate on his power punches, as he outlanded Diaz 193-69 overall. A great debut at the main Madison Square Garden arena for Crawford, who either wants Manny Pacquiao or a unification bout with IBF and WBA titleholder Julius Indongo.