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Fundora vs. Thurman Set for WBC Super Welterweight Title Clash on Saturday

Oddsmakers back Fundora, with both fighters set for a Prime Video pay-per-view in Las Vegas.

Overview

  • The WBC super welterweight title fight headlines Saturday at MGM Grand Garden Arena, with Sebastian Fundora defending against former unified champion Keith Thurman.
  • Following Friday’s weigh-in, Fundora came in at 153.6 pounds and Thurman at 152.6, making the bout official for 154 pounds.
  • Fundora enters as a clear betting favorite at roughly -375 to -380, and he said he does not expect the fight to go 12 rounds, while most analysts predict a Fundora win by late stoppage or decision.
  • The matchup pits Fundora’s 6-foot-5½ frame and 80-inch reach against the 37-year-old Thurman’s experience and power after limited activity in recent years.
  • The pay-per-view costs $75 on Prime Video and PPV.com, with free prelims for Prime members, and the co-main now features Yoenis Tellez vs. Brian Mendoza after a late change from the canceled Frank SanchezRichard Torrez Jr. bout.