“It’s a cheater!” Canelo Álvarez accuses Terence Crawford to use prohibited substances in a shocking victory of Allegiant Stadium: Vada launches an urgent investigation
In a bomb that has shaken the boxing world, Canelo Álvarez accused Terence Crawford of using prohibited substances after the impressive Crawford’s impressive victory over the Mexican superstar on September 13, 2025, at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. The explosive accusation, carried out only hours on September 14, 2025, at 6:45 p.m., the ICTs, have led to the Voluntary Anti -Doping Association (VAD) to launch an urgent investigation, launching a shadow on one of the most famous fights of the year.
The fight: a shocking surprise
The super medium confrontation, announced as a shock of “Once in Life”, saw Crawford (42-0, 32 kos) challenge the chances of defeating Canelo (61-3-2, 39 kos) through a sixth round knockout. The exhausted crowd of 65,000 at the Allegiant Stadium witnessed Crawford Drop Canelo twice, first with a left hook scorching to the body and then with a devastating right uppercut, before the referee stopped the fight at 1:47 of the sixth round. The victory made Crawford the first male boxer in the era of the four belts to become undisputed champion in three kinds of weight, a historical achievement that electrified the boxing community.
However, the celebration was short. At a press conference after the fight, a visibly shaken cinnamon, wearing an swollen eye and bruised ego, dropped a bomb. “It’s a cheater!” Canelo roared, pointing to the fingers in Crawford. “No one reaches that intensity of two kinds of weight. They demand a test, something is not right!” The accusation sent shock waves through the room, with journalists fighting to capture the moment and fans in X explode in debate.
Canelo’s accusations: feed the fire
The Canelo Claims Center in Crawford’s seemingly superhuman performance. The Mexican icon, known for his iron chin and durability, argued that Crawford’s power was not natural for a fighter who had spent most of his career with 147 pounds. “I have fought the best: Golovkin, Bivol, Mayweather, and nobody has hit me like that,” Canelo said. “I’m not putting excuses, but I know what I felt. He needs to be tested now.”
The Canelo team has formally requested that Vada, the organization that supervises drug tests for the fight, conducts immediate investigation into the previous and subsequent samples to the Crawford fight. Sources close to the Canelo camp claim that they observed “suspicious behavior” in the preparation of Crawford, although specific evidence has been made public. The accusation comes with the additional weight given Canelo’s own story with a positive test of 2018 for Clenbuterol, which attributed to contaminated meat, a controversy that still persists in sport.
Vada response: urgent research launched
Vada, known for its rigorous anti -doping protocols, confirmed on September 14, 2025 that it has launched urgent investigation into the results of Crawford’s tests. “We took all accusations seriously,” said a Vada spokesman. “Samples of both combatants were collected before and after the fight, and we are speeding up the analysis to guarantee transparency.” The organization emphasized that conclusions will not be drawn until the investigation is completed, but the mere announcement has intensified the scrutiny in Crawford’s historic victory.
The investigation could take weeks, with results potentially impacting the legitimacy of Crawford’s victory and the titles he said: WBA, WBC, WBO, IBF and medium weight belts of Ring magazine. If you are guilty of using prohibited substances, Crawford could face a suspension, fines and the dispossession of its titles, a devastating blow for its legacy.
Crawford’s challenging answer
Terence Crawford, speaking through a video call from his hotel in Las Vegas, vehemently denied the accusations. “This makes no sense,” said Crawford, his voice full of frustration. “I have been clean all my career. Canelo is angry because he was knocked out. Let them try, I have nothing to hide.” Crawford coach Brian “Bomac” McIntyre echoed his fighter’s feelings, qualifying the accusations “a desperate attempt to steal Bud’s moment.”
The Crawford camp indicated its meticulous preparation, including a one -year accumulation to gain weight and strength for the 168 pound division, such as the reason for its dominant performance. “Bud, Canelo, with skill, not drugs,” said McIntyre. “Canelo is only sore because he was educated.”
The boxing world reacts
The boxing community is divided, with reactions in X and beyond. Some fans support Canelo’s call for transparency, with a user who publishes: “Canelo has the right to question it. Crawford’s power seemed unreal for a #Vada of Welter weight.” Others joined behind Crawford, with a Twitteand fan: “Canelo is crying because he put on Ko’d. Bud is clean, and this is only sour grapes #Canelocrawford.”
The prominent figures also weighed. The promoter Eddie Hearn, who has worked with Canelo, urged the caution: “We hope the results of Vada before judging. But Canelo is not one to make statements without foundation.” Meanwhile, analyst Teddy Atlas defended Crawford, stating: “Bud’s performance was about IQ and precision, no ped. Canelo needs to take loss as a man.”
The controversy has also revived debates about Canelo’s own doping story, with some fans in X pointing out the irony. “Canelo calling someone a cheater? Pot, meets Kettle,” a user wrote, referring to Clenbuterol 2018 scandal.
The Stakes: Legacy and credibility
The accusations threaten to tarnish what was acclaimed as a decisive moment in boxing. Crawford’s victory was held as a triumph of skill and courage, with the Omaha native exceeding a significant disadvantage of size to dethrone the biggest star of sport. A positive result of the test could unravel its legacy, while a clean result would further consolidate its status as one of the greats of all boxing time.
For Canelo, the accusation runs the risk of withdrawing. If Vada clean Crawford, Canelo could face criticism for diverting the guilt of his defeat. His comments after the fight, mixed with frustration, have already drawn the scrutiny, and some analysts suggest that he is struggling to accept their first knockout defeat since their professional debut.
Financial and cultural impact
The fight, which generated more than $ 20 million in ticket sales and millions in transmission revenues in Netflix, was a cultural milestone, attracting celebrities such as Mike Tyson, Dave Chappelle and Jason Statham to Allegiant Stadium. The doping controversy now threatens to eclipse the success of the event, with fans and sponsors waiting for the findings of Vada. In X, publications such as “Boxing can’t take a break, another doping scandal?” It reflects the growing cynicism in sport.
What follows?
As Vada research develops, the boxing world is nervous. Crawford, who still enjoys his historic victory, plans to celebrate with his team, but has promised to cooperate completely with the test protocols. According to the reports, Canelo is considering his next movement, with rumors of a possible rematch or a change to the semi -marked weight if the investigation does not produce results.
The result of Vada’s investigation could remodel sport. A clean test would claim Crawford and change the scrutiny to Canelo’s accusations, while a positive result would cause one of the greatest scandals in the history of boxing. For now, fans and fighters stay dealing with a single question: was Crawford’s victory the product of skill, or something more sinister?
