Tim Tszyu is hopeful that Keith Thurman, who is 35 years old, will be in top form when they meet in their headline fight on Amazon Prime PPV on March 30th in Las Vegas. If Thurman is unable to move around the ring effectively to avoid Tszyu’s powerful shots, it could end badly for him as Tszyu will slowly dismantle him.
It would have been more favorable for Thurman to make his comeback against a less formidable 154-lb contender such as Sebastian Fundora, Erickson Lubin, or Xander Zayas.
Thurman’s extended break from boxing raises doubts about his ability to perform, especially against a hard-hitting opponent like Tszyu. Since 2017, Thurman has shown little interest in the sport, only fighting three times and facing just one notable opponent, Manny Pacquiao, who defeated him.
While Thurman’s fans and supporters believe he has not shown any signs of decline since his peak years, their claims lack accuracy as he has only fought three times since 2017 against the following opponents: Mario Barrios, Manny Pacquiao, and Josesito Lopez.
Tszyu is calling for Thurman to deliver a peak performance in their upcoming clash. He hopes that Thurman is refreshed, rejuvenated, and fully prepared for the fight, without any injuries or excuses. Tszyu aims to prove himself and wants Thurman to experience the power of his punches.
Tszyu also expresses his desire to face former undisputed junior middleweight champion Jermell Charlo, stating that both fighters have unfinished business. However, there are obstacles to overcome, including personal matters for Charlo. Stephen Espinoza, the former head of Showtime Sports, emphasizes the importance of not letting the trash talk between the two fighters go to waste.
According to the Source boxingnews24.com