A Hand Injury Delays Fundora's Title Defense Against Thurman - A Boxing Drama Unfolds
The highly anticipated boxing match between Sebastian Fundora and Keith Thurman has been postponed, leaving fans and the boxing world in suspense.
Andreas Hale, a combat sports reporter for ESPN, brings us the latest news. Hale, with his extensive experience covering MMA, boxing, and pro wrestling, provides an insightful look into this unexpected turn of events.
But here's where it gets controversial...
Fundora's manager, Sampson Lewkowicz, confirmed to ESPN that a hand injury sustained during training has forced the postponement of the WBC junior middleweight title defense. The entire event, scheduled for October 25th, will now be delayed, with Fundora's return set for January 2026.
This news comes as a blow to boxing enthusiasts, as Fundora and Thurman were set to headline the 'PBC on Prime' pay-per-view fight card at the iconic MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. The fight was shaping up to be a thrilling showdown, with Fundora aiming for his third fight of the year and Thurman eyeing a second shot at junior middleweight gold.
Fundora, with an impressive record of 23-1-1 and 15 knockouts, had already scored impressive victories over Tim Tszyu and Chordale Booker this year. The Thurman fight would have been a showcase of his skills and a high-profile defense of his 'Towering Inferno' moniker.
On the other side, Thurman, with a record of 36-1 and 23 knockouts, was determined to reclaim the junior middleweight title. Last March, an injury forced him out of a WBC title fight with Tszyu, and now, he was set to face Fundora, who had previously pulled off an upset to claim the title. Thurman, at 36 years old, has only fought once since 2022, defeating Brock Jarvis via TKO in March 2025.
And this is the part most people miss...
The postponement also affects the co-main event between WBC junior lightweight champion O'Shaquie Foster and featherweight titleholder Stephen Fulton. This is the second time the Foster-Fulton fight has been rescheduled, initially linked to a proposed Gervonta Davis vs. Lamont Roach fight that fell through.
So, what does this mean for the boxing world? Will Fundora's injury heal in time for his January comeback? And how will Thurman's camp react to this unexpected delay? These questions and more will be on the minds of boxing fans and analysts alike.
What's your take on this turn of events? Share your thoughts and predictions in the comments below!
