Tim Tszyu envisions a fierce showdown with Sebastian Fundra in their eagerly awaited world title rematch set to take place in Las Vegas. With a “kill or be killed” mindset, Tszyu imagines Fundra lying defeated on the canvas. The Australian boxer, holding a record of 25-2 with 18 knockouts, will leave for the United States this Friday, eager to avenge his narrow split decision loss to Fundra (22-1-1, 14 KOs) from their fight last March, which took place in the heart of boxing in the U.S.<\/p>\n
Tszyu has been given the chance by American promoters to reclaim the WBO super welterweight title he relinquished 16 months ago. After enduring a harsh knockout defeat by Russia’s Bakuram Murtazalyev in Florida last October, Tszyu understands that both his global reputation and career are on the line at the renowned MGM Grand (East) on July 20th.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re on each other\u2019s blacklists. Why should I be nervous? There\u2019s nothing to fear,\u201d Tszyu said. “He\u2019s troubled me with a cut before, so he should be the one worried. Now that I\u2019m fresh, everything changes\u2014it\u2019s more serious and tactical. He\u2019s going to have a tough time.” Tszyu is fueled by strong emotions, focusing not just on victory but on decisively putting his opponent away, saying, \u201cIt\u2019s the essence of this sport: kill or get killed.\u201d<\/p>\n
Both fighters agreed to the 2024 bout on just 12 days’ notice after Tszyu\u2019s original opponent, Keith Thurman, suffered a bicep injury. However, Tszyu emphasizes that this time around, he had 10 weeks of solid training to prepare for the towering Fundra, who stands at 203cm. This height advantage is something Tszyu believes plays in his favor.<\/p>\n
The 30-year-old has been sparring with similarly tall southpaw fighters in Sydney to prepare for Fundra’s unique style. \u201cHe was training for (Serhii) Bohachuk, an Eastern European fighter, and I brought a completely different style to the table,\u201d Tszyu said. \u201cNo excuses this time; it\u2019s not a stone left unturned.\u201d<\/p>\n
The former Australian WBO champion called 2025 his \u201cAvenger\u201d year, having successfully defeated rising American Joe Ispencer in March to earn a shot at his second world title. \u201cI feel like I\u2019ve regained momentum,\u201d Tszyu said. \u201cI need to prove myself even more.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cIf we rewrite this chapter, it will be an incredible story and that\u2019s exactly my motivation,\u201d he added. “It\u2019s about the story, the fans in the US get it\u2014they know what I\u2019m about, and I bring it every time. This isn\u2019t just for anyone; it\u2019s about proving myself.\u201d<\/p>\n
Fan Take: This rematch between Tszyu and Fundra is crucial for fight fans because it promises intense action and high stakes, with both fighters hungry to assert dominance in the super welterweight division. The outcome could reshape the landscape of the sport, setting the tone for future rivalries and championship battles.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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