The boxing world is abuzz with excitement and anticipation following Sebastian Fundora’s stunning victory over Tim Tszyu. This historic win has set in motion a chain of events that will determine the future of multiple boxers, with many eagerly waiting to see who will rise to the top and claim victory in the ring.
As soon as the intense fight came to an end, Errol Spence Jr. boldly strode into the ring, determined to challenge Sebastian Fundora to a title fight. Meanwhile, Terence “Bud” Crawford, who had been closely following the match from the comfort of his own home, was left completely stunned by this unexpected twist of events. The reason for his disbelief was that he himself was already the mandatory challenger for Fundora’s coveted WBO belt, making Spence’s brazen challenge all the more surprising.
You lost sir gotta work yo way back up
— Terence Crawford (@terencecrawford) March 31, 2024
The World Boxing Organization (WBO) is currently seeking a definitive answer from Fundora regarding his upcoming fight plans. Specifically, they want to know whether he will be fighting Crawford or forfeiting the belt in order to challenge Spence in the ring.
In the event that Fundora requires additional time to make his decision, he may be able to formally petition the WBO for an extension. This would allow him more time to weigh his options and ultimately make the best decision for his career and fighting future.
In the event that Fundora opts out of fighting Crawford, it would significantly narrow down Crawford’s options for his next bout. He could either choose to fight for a vacant championship belt, which would require him to compete against other worthy contenders, or he could move up to the 160-pound weight class in search of a more lucrative fight. However, finding a fight that meets Crawford’s financial aspirations of receiving a guaranteed $15 million payout would prove to be a challenging task.