Trainer 'very confident' ahead of Terence Crawford vs. Israil Madrimov

Terence Crawford and Israil Madrimov meet in the boxing ring on Saturday, August 3, live on DAZN, and several titles will be on the line. Crawford could become a four-weight world champion this weekend if he can beat WBA light middleweight champion Madrimov.

However, according to trainer Joel Diaz, Madrimov will be a tough test for Crawford. 

“It’s a very tough task. Terence Crawford is the best fighter pound-for-pound and very well-rounded. It’s an honor to work on a plan to beat him. We have a good strategy with a good fighter,” Diaz told ProBox TV (h/t Boxing Scene).

Diaz continued, “You don’t know what to expect with Crawford, and Madrimov is the same way. They both dominate their stances from both [sides], so we’ve had good left-handers, right-handers, speed guys so we can be ready. We’ll expect Plan A, B and C versus Terence Crawford. We know [who] we’re stepping into the ring against.”

Diaz says that they are confident heading into the fight, which takes place in Los Angeles. 

“He’s been 100 percent disciplined … he makes his opponents uncomfortable and it’s not going to be easy for Crawford,” Diaz said. “Israil is very confident.”

The fight will be broadcast on DAZN on pay-per-view, click here for more information on pricing and availability.