Fundora Stops Booker to Retain Junior Middleweight Titles
Sebastian Fundora stopped Chordale Booker in the fourth round on March 22, 2025, at Michelob Ultra Arena in Las Vegas, retaining his WBC and WBO junior-middleweight titles. The referee halted the bout at 2:51 after Fundora dropped Booker and continued landing punches.
Standing at an imposing 6’6″, Fundora used his height and reach advantage to control the fight from the outset. His southpaw jab was a key weapon, keeping Booker at bay and setting up powerful combinations. Booker, who entered the ring on a six-fight winning streak, struggled to find his rhythm against the relentless pressure of the champion.
The turning point came in the fourth round when Fundora landed a series of uppercuts that sent Booker to the canvas. Although Booker managed to beat the count, he was visibly shaken. Fundora seized the opportunity, unleashing a barrage of punches that forced the referee to stop the fight at 2:51 of the round.
With this victory, Fundora improved his record to 22-1-1, with 15 wins by knockout. Booker, now 23-2, suffered his second career stoppage loss. Fundora’s performance solidified his position as the No. 2 ranked boxer in the junior middleweight division and reaffirmed his aspirations to become the undisputed champion.
Sources: ESPN, CBS Sports, Sports Illustrated.
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