WBO junior middleweight champion Tim Tszyu (24-0, 17 KOs) is brimming with confidence as he gears up to defend his title against former WBA & WBC welterweight champion Keith Thurman (30-1, 22 KOs). The highly anticipated bout is set to headline an Amazon Prime Video PPV event at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas on March 30th.
Tszyu, known for his devastating power, is not just aiming for a win but is boldly predicting a knockout against the 35-year-old Thurman. With Thurman coming off a two-year layoff and stepping up to the 154-lb weight class for the first time, Tszyu sees an opportunity to capitalize on his opponent’s potential ring rust and inexperience at this weight.
Despite acknowledging Thurman’s impressive resume and higher profile in the boxing world, Tszyu believes that Thurman has never encountered a fighter of his caliber. Tszyu’s aggressive and forward-pressing style, coupled with his knockout power, poses a significant challenge for Thurman, who has only fought once in the last five years and showed signs of struggle in his 2019 bout against Manny Pacquiao.
This match-up is seen as a strategic move by PBC to bolster the PPV appeal, with Tszyu’s rising star power and Thurman’s well-established name in the sport. Tszyu’s ambition and hunger contrast with Thurman’s speculated waning interest in the sport, adding an intriguing narrative to the fight.
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