In an exhilarating night at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Sebastian “The Towering Inferno” Fundora emerged victorious in a split decision against Tim Tszyu, claiming the WBC and WBO 154-Pound World Titles during the first-ever PBC Pay-Per-View event available on Prime Video. Despite one judge favoring Tszyu with a score of 116-112, Fundora was awarded the win with scores of 116-112 and 115-113 in his favor.
“We’ve been aiming for this moment for ages,” Fundora expressed post-match, thankful for the challenge Tszyu presented and the dream it fulfilled.
Early in the match, Tszyu appeared dominant, but a turn of events in the second round when an accidental elbow from Fundora opened a significant cut on Tszyu’s head, changed the course of the fight. Despite the setback, Tszyu demonstrated resilience, embodying the spirit of a true fighter.
Fundora leveraged his unique reach, using his jab to control the fight’s pace and disrupt Tszyu’s strategy. Despite Tszyu’s commendable connect rate, Fundora’s calculated jabs and southpaw stance power punches paved his way to victory.
Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz Dominates Rolando Romero to Win WBA Super Lightweight Title
In the co-main event, Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz showcased his prowess by defeating Rolando “Rolly” Romero with an eighth-round TKO, claiming the WBA Super Lightweight World Championship. Cruz’s victory was a statement, overcoming Romero’s pre-fight banter with a powerful performance that captivated the T-Mobile Arena audience.
From the get-go, Cruz demonstrated his intent, unsettling Romero early in the match and maintaining his dominance throughout. Despite Romero’s attempts to rally back, Cruz’s aggressive strategy and precision punching ensured his triumph and the championship title.
Undercard Highlights: Lara & Martinez’s Successful Defenses
Erislandy Lara and Julio Cesar Martinez also left their mark on the night, successfully defending their world titles. Lara’s spectacular second-round knockout over Michael Zerafa and Martinez’s majority decision victory against Angelino Cordova added to the event’s electrifying atmosphere.
The pay-per-view event set the stage for future thrilling matches, with Errol Spence Jr. stepping into the ring post-fight to challenge Fundora, hinting at an epic showdown.
As the inaugural PBC on Prime Video event unfolded, fans witnessed history, with each fight contributing to an unforgettable night of boxing. With new champions crowned and legends defending their titles, the event encapsulated the essence of boxing’s unpredictable and exhilarating nature.
