Fundora Retains Superwelterweight World Title Against Tszyu
In an action-packed night at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Sebastian Fundora proved his worth by retaining the WBC super welterweight title. Tim Tszyu was unable to answer the bell in the eighth round, marking the end of a highly anticipated rematch. This fight was a rematch of their bloody 2024 fight, where Fundora (23-1-1, 15 KOs) won by split decision. On that occasion, Tszyu (25-3, 18 KOs) suffered a cut on his head due to an elbow from Fundora. Tszyu was looking for revenge, but Fundora was determined to prove that their first encounter was no fluke.Fundora, with his imposing height of 6 feet 5 inches, found his rhythm quickly and sent Tszyu to the canvas with a powerful left hook in the first round. This blow set the tone for the fight, forcing the former champion to defend himself.It was good. It was good. My father told me all week: ‘I think we’ll get it. I think we’ll get it.’ And I think his prediction came true.
Sebastian Fundora
Tszyu managed to react by connecting right hands to his taller opponent. The action intensified in the seventh round, with both boxers exchanging blows. Just when it seemed that Tszyu was taking the lead, Fundora cornered him and punished him with combinations and a series of uppercuts. Tszyu’s corner decided not to let him come out for the eighth round.I wasn’t surprised. The first time we fought, he was coming off a loss (against Brian Mendoza), so maybe my mindset wasn’t there at that moment. Still, we got the victory. But definitely, going into this fight, I was a champion. I’ve already been there. I’ve already been there with him, and we had to prove we were better.
Sebastian Fundora
I tried to give it my all, but I just couldn’t do it. Victory belongs to Sebastian Fundora, the best 154-pound weight in the world right now.
Tim Tszyu
