Boxing’s rumor mill moves at lightning speed, sometimes so fast that even the fighters themselves are caught off guard.

Boxing’s rumor mill moves at lightning speed, sometimes so fast that even the fighters themselves are caught off guard. Fresh off his retirement victory over Canelo Alvarez, former undisputed champion Terence Crawford woke up to reports naming him in a shock December 11 comeback fight against Ryan Garcia—a proposed backup should the Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua mega-fight implode over promotional disputes involving Dana White. Crawford’s social media reaction was a blend of genuine disbelief and humor, making it clear he was finding out about his own supposed fight alongside the rest of the world. While insiders speculate, Crawford remains happily retired, offering a stark reminder of how far media rumors can stray from contractual reality.