Tim Tszyu to Defend WBO Title Against Sebastian Fundora
Tim Tszyu is gearing up to defend his WBO title, but not against his originally scheduled opponent. The Ring has confirmed that Tszyu (24-0, 17 knockouts) will now face Sebastian Fundora, who steps in for the injured Keith Thurman. This change allows Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) to proceed with its March 30 show at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, marking the debut of PBC on Prime series.
Thurman’s biceps injury led to this unexpected turn of events, initially casting doubt on the scheduled headliner. While Thurman is not ranked by the WBO, a loss by Tszyu, currently ranked No. 1 at 154, would have rendered the title vacant. A petition has been filed for Tszyu’s WBO 154-pound title to be on the line for the new main event, with the sanctioning body currently reviewing the request.
Sebastian Fundora, ranked No. 4 at 154, was set to face Serhii Bohachuk in the PPV opener before being elevated to the main event against Tszyu. Plans are in place to keep Bohachuk on the show, although the status of the WBC belt remains uncertain. Brian Mendoza, a standby opponent for the event, could potentially step in to face Bohachuk.
Tim Tszyu’s journey as the WBO titlist has been eventful, with his upcoming defense against Fundora poised to be a significant chapter in his career. Stay tuned for more updates as the fight approaches.
Conclusion
As Tim Tszyu prepares to defend his WBO title against Sebastian Fundora, the boxing world eagerly anticipates the outcome of this unexpected matchup. With the landscape of the event evolving, fans can expect an exciting night of boxing action on March 30. Kosport Magazine will continue to provide updates on this developing story.
