Undefeated boxer Terence Crawford greets UFC president Dana White during a news conference at T-Mobile Arena

Terence Crawford was surprised by Dana White's suggestion he has the perfect fight for him to make a comeback.

'Bud' retired on top of the world after beating Canelo Alvarez to become undisputed super-middleweight champion last September.

Dana White talking at the UFC 331 launch press conference
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White had suggested he has the tools to bring Crawford back, but his plan has taken a blowCredit: Getty

The victory saw his star power shoot further into the stratosphere, with multiple offers for more fights naturally landing at his door.

Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh is keen to lure Crawford out of retirement and has proposed bouts with Ryan Garcia and a rematch with Alvarez.

Zuffa Boxing promoter White has also claimed he is working on the perfect fight to bring the Omaha native back into the sport.

Crawford responds to White's plan

Crawford has been left surprised by the American's public admission, but is intrigued by who the opposition would be.

He said during an interview with Seconds Out: "I heard White say that and I still don’t know what fight he is talking about.

"So, I’m like ‘OK?’.”

When asked about his public retirement U-turn, which he later withdrew, seemingly in an agreement to face Jaron Ennis, Crawford played things down.

He added: “I just made a valid point when I called out Boots.

"You say you won’t fight Vergil [Ortiz Jr,] or Canelo because you are belt hunting, then you turn around and say you will fight a retired fighter?

“It just made it clear as day that you don’t wanna fight Vergil at all.” 

Could Crawford end retirement and fight again?

Crawford punching Canelo during their clash
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Crawford hasn't fought since beating Canelo, and has yet to firmly commit to doing soCredit: Getty

Since he hung up his gloves, he has resisted any interest in stepping back in the ring.

Crawford was initially considering a return at 160lbs to try and make history as a six-weight world champion.

But Janibek Alimkhanuly moved up to 168lbs after being stripped of his title following a failed drugs test, and he eased into retirement.

Several options are likely still on the table including a rematch with Canelo, for which he'd likely command a fee of over $100million.

Disputes and rivalries are emerging with Garcia and Ennis, but they are likely to remain outside of the ring despite the former's offer.

His legendary trainer Brian 'BoMac' McIntyre believes he is done in the sport, having left an incredible legacy.

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But before he hits the age of 40, it is almost certain that approaches will be made to bring Crawford back again.

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