Fundora Batters Tszyu to Retain WBC Superwelter Crown
LAS VEGAS, JUL 20 – Sebastian Fundora improved to 23-1-1 with 15 knockouts by overwhelming Tim Tszyu, who was knocked down early and forced to quit after seven rounds.
- On Saturday, Sebastian Fundora defeated Tim Tszyu by technical knockout, retaining his WBC super welterweight title at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas.
- Standing at 6ft 6in with a reach advantage, Fundora had beaten Tszyu last year while Tszyu sought redemption after a split-decision loss 16 months ago.
- In the first round, Tszyu was knocked down by a crisp left hand, he finished the second round with a nasty cut above his right eye, and his corner stopped the fight before round eight.
- With the victory, Fundora improves to 23-1-1 with 15 KOs, while Tszyu drops to 25-3 despite demonstrating toughness.
- Positioned for unification and pound-for-pound recognition, Fundora told WBN exclusively, as Tszyu confronts a pivotal career crossroads.
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