Sebastian Fundora Gets Two Mandatory Challengers Following Tim Tyszu Victory

Stepping into the ring as a last-minute replacement for Keith Thurman, Sebastian Fundora wasn’t there to sightsee. He emerged from a brutal war not just victorious, but a champion against Tim Tszyu. Two belts now hung heavy around his towering 6’5.5″ frame – the unified WBO/WBC junior middleweight titles.

Vegas witnessed the rise of ‘The Towering Inferno’ and the boxing world was amazed by the feats achieved by an underdog. Who would be his next test? The options, like the blood that had stained the canvas, were plentiful. Even the list of his mandatory opponents will have fans sit on the edge of their seats for the coming days.

Sebastian Fundora has options for his upcoming fights

Newly crowned WBO/WBC junior middleweight champion, Sebastian Fundora, finds himself navigating a complex championship landscape. Boxing reporter Michael Benson highlights the potential hurdles Fundora faces depending on his next move. Fundora, who emerged victorious in a bloody battle against Tim Tszyu last Saturday, now holds two titles but also inherits their mandatory challengers.

Serhii Bohachuk awaits the WBC belt, while Terence Crawford, the undisputed welterweight king, holds the mandatory position for the WBO strap. However, the potential mega-fight between Fundora and Errol Spence Jr throws a wrench into the plans. Should this fight materialize, Fundora might be forced to vacate the WBO title to move up in weight.

However, in the post-fight interview, Fundora made his choice clear about his next fight. He chose Crawford over Spence Jr. So, what did he say?

Fundora wants to make it big in his next bout

Sebastian Fundora found himself caught in a web of welterweight royalty. Errol Spence Jr., the uncrowned king returning from injury, climbed into the ring for a faceoff that sent shivers down the boxing world. Terence Crawford, the reigning welterweight king, wasn’t amused, firing shots at Spence from the outside. Fundora, the new champion holding the key to the division’s future, played his cards strategically.

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He acknowledged both as lucrative options: “Errol Spence is a match made in heaven,” he said, recognizing the prestige of the fight. But then came the kicker, “Terence Crawford is the best fighter in the world.” This wasn’t a blind endorsement. Fundora, it seemed, craved the ultimate challenge. While both fights promised a bright future, facing Crawford meant etching his name amongst the greats.

So, it’s to be seen how the story unfolds for the new title, as he might make a jump and directly land a fight with the modern-day great boxer. What are your thoughts about this? Tell us in the comments section.

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