Promoter Leonard Ellerbe suggests that Team Zi is already looking past the upcoming fight with Sebastian Fundora towards a potentially profitable match with WBO junior middleweight champion Terrence Crawford in the autumn.
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Ellerbe expressed confidence that Tim Tzu (24-0, 17 KOs) could easily overcome the 6-foot-5 “Towering Inferno” Fundora (20-1-1, 13 KOs) in their fight on Saturday night. He emphasized Fundora’s underestimated skills. Fundora recently defended his WBO 154-pound title on Prime PPV at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on March 30th.
The 29-year-old Tszyu might face challenges due to the limited time available for preparation. Having only one week to train for Fundora, Ellerbe believes it is insufficient to adequately prepare for an opponent of Fundora’s caliber.
Ellerbe cautions: ‘Fundora is no pushover’
“That’s not ideal. I’m not sure what they’re thinking, but Fundora is no pushover. He’s a tough competitor for anyone. He will bring the fight just like always, and I believe Tim that Our hands will be full,” stated promoter Leonard Ellerbe. fight hype Ellerbe warned Team Tzu against prematurely focusing on the potential fight with Terrence Crawford.
Despite the significant earnings Tszyu stands to make from a PPV bout with Crawford, it seems risky to overlook Fundora, especially considering Fundora’s recent loss to Brian Mendoza, a fighter Tim defeated last October. The decision might be seen as shortsighted.
Fundora’s Stylistic Challenge
“In terms of style, Fundora poses more challenges. Another factor is that Tim lacks the necessary time to prepare for a fighter like Fundora. Regardless of perspective, Tim only had a week,” Ellerbe explained.
Fundora presents a more formidable challenge for Tszyu compared to his initial opponent, the 5-foot-7 Keith Thurman, who was smaller and easier to train for.
“I’m not sure if they brought in a sparring partner, but facing a 6-foot-6 southpaw constantly throwing punches is no easy task. Tim needs to break his opponent’s spirit. Will he manage to do that come Saturday night? Watch and find out,” Ellerbe concluded.
