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Terence Crawford finished trash-talker with a brutal barrage of punches after a heated war of words in 2016

Terence Crawford settled his differences with a rival by knocking him out.

In his career, the American has had a plethora of stoppage wins.

Crawford finished Kell Brook in frightening fashion and closed the show against Jose Benavidez Jr in a dramatic twelfth round.

However, one of his sweetest stoppage victories came against a fighter with whom he shared an intense feud.

WOW: Terence Crawford was hurt badly by a powerful right hand in his first world title defense

Terence Crawford boxing Hank Lundy
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Terence Crawford knocked out Hank Lundy

On February 27, 2016, Terence Crawford defended his WBO super lightweight title against Hank Lundy inside the Theatre at Madison Square Garden in New York, USA.

‘Bud’ was extremely motivated going into the contest, with his opponent having gone above and beyond to get under his skin in the build-up.

After all the trash talk, they finally met inside the ring, with Crawford putting on a masterclass.

The superstar dominated the first four rounds, before going out for the finish in the fifth.

Crawford connected with a big left hand that wobbled his adversary to his core. Subsequently, the switch-hitter swarmed, knocking Lundy to the canvas.

‘Hammerin’ bravely beat the count, but after Crawford unleashed another barrage of punches, the referee jumped in.

Terence Crawford became first boxer since 2005 to pull off huge accomplishment

Lundy isn’t the only bitter rival Crawford has beaten over the years.

In an exceptional display, the icon did something truly special.

Showcasing exceptional skills, Crawford made history with a terrifying performance.