IBF Orders Top Contenders to Negotiate for Crawford’s Vacant Title

The IBF released the following statement regarding the status of the super middleweight division within their ratings:

“The International Boxing Federation (IBF) received official confirmation on December 23 that Terence Crawford has retired from the ring, thus relinquishing the IBF Super Middleweight title. Crawford’s achievements in boxing are remarkable, and the IBF is proud that he was our champion. His legacy, marked by dedication and a relentless pursuit of greatness, will inspire many boxers for years to come.