Fundora a “One-Dimensional” Challenge for Tszyu, Says Shawn Porter
Former world champion Shawn Porter has weighed in on the upcoming fight between WBO junior middleweight champion Tim Tszyu and replacement opponent Sebastian Fundora. In an exclusive interview with Kosport Magazine, Porter shared his thoughts on the matchup and why he believes Fundora will be an easy opponent for Tszyu to solve.
Porter, known for his expert analysis and commentary, sees Fundora as a “one-dimensional” fighter who lacks the skills and tactics to pose a real challenge for Tszyu. He believes that Fundora’s previous knockout loss and long layoff make him a less than ideal replacement for the charismatic Keith Thurman, who was originally scheduled to face Tszyu.
While Fundora may have had a notable win against Erickson Lubin, Porter argues that Tszyu is a better fighter and will not fall for the same tactics. He also points out that Fundora’s style is predictable and does not present any real puzzles for Tszyu to solve.
However, Porter acknowledges that Tszyu’s transition from preparing for Thurman to Fundora may not be as smooth as expected. He questions how Tszyu will make the switch from a more experienced and versatile opponent to a “straight up and down” fighter like Fundora.
Despite this, Porter believes that Fundora is the easier puzzle for Tszyu to solve and that he will have no trouble making the necessary adjustments to secure a victory. He also notes that Tszyu’s determination and hard work in training will play a crucial role in his success.
While some fans may have been disappointed by Thurman’s withdrawal from the fight, Porter assures that Tszyu will still have to prove himself against top-level opponents like Terence Crawford, Errol Spence Jr., Israil Madrimov, or Vergil Ortiz Jr. to solidify his status as a world-class fighter.
With the fight set to take place on Prime PPV, Porter acknowledges that many fans may have only purchased the event to see Thurman. However, he believes that Tszyu’s skills and determination will make for an exciting and entertaining fight, despite the unexpected change in opponents.
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Former world champion Shawn Porter believes that replacement opponent Sebastian Fundora will be an easy challenge for WBO junior middleweight champion Tim Tszyu. In an exclusive interview with Kosport Magazine, Porter shares his thoughts on the matchup and why he believes Fundora’s style is “one-dimensional” and predictable. Despite the unexpected change in opponents, Porter assures that Tszyu’s determination and hard work in training will lead him to victory.
