In a thrilling showdown on March 22, 2025, Sebastian "The Towering Inferno" Fundora showcased his boxing prowess by defeating Chordale Booker by technical knockout in the fourth round at the Michelob Ultra Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada. With this victory, Fundora successfully defended his WBC and WBO junior welterweight titles, demonstrating both skill and power in the ring.
The match began with high stakes, as Fundora entered the fight with a professional record of 22 wins, 1 loss, and 1 draw, while Booker boasted a record of 23 wins and 2 losses. Fundora, standing at a towering 6-foot-6, used his height to his advantage, making it difficult for the shorter Booker, who is 5 feet 9 inches tall, to mount any significant offense.
From the opening bell, Fundora established dominance with his jab, setting the tone for the fight. He fought with confidence after a lengthy layoff, having not competed since his split decision victory over Tim Tszyu almost a year prior. Fundora was a heavy favorite in this bout, with betting odds favoring him at 14-1, reflecting both the expectations of fans and analysts alike.
By the third round, it was evident that Fundora was in decisive control of the fight. He landed a series of devastating uppercuts that staggered Booker, who struggled to keep pace with Fundora's combination of height and skill. With about 50 seconds remaining in the fourth round, Fundora connected with a powerful left uppercut that sent Booker into the ropes, visibly shaking him.
The referee, Thomas Taylor, intervened shortly after as Fundora unleashed a barrage of punches, stopping the contest at 2:51 of the round to prevent further punishment to Booker, who was clearly unable to defend himself effectively at that stage. Booker managed to rise after being knocked down, but the damage was done. "I’ve felt ready this whole time since my last fight," Fundora expressed post-fight. "I’ve worked very hard this past year to be ready. Now I’ve successfully defended my two titles and the sky’s the limit... I showed the fans that I’m a powerful fighter. I’ve always been a powerful fighter and I showed it even more tonight."
Saturday's match was part of a tripleheader broadcast on Amazon Prime Video, which captured the attention of boxing fans nationwide. Alongside the Fundora-Booker bout, the event also featured notable matches, including Jesus Alejandro Ramos Jr. winning by TKO against Guido Emmanuel Schramm and Elijah Garcia narrowly defeating Terrell Gausha in a tightly contested decision.
As the dust settled on the ring, Fundora's intentions for the future were clear. Following the bout, he expressed interest in unifying the titles within the junior welterweight division. "Whoever they have for me next, I’ll be ready. I want the IBF champion Bakhram Murtazaliev, plus Xander Zayas is the WBO mandatory, and I also want Errol Spence Jr. We have two belts, we have to defend them, and if anyone is willing to unify, let’s do that, too," Fundora stated, signaling his ambition to reclaim the title of undisputed champion, a feat accomplished by his sister Gabriela Fundora in her own boxing career as a current world champion.
Fundora's performance reiterated his position as a fierce competitor in the super welterweight category and elevated his profile in the boxing community. While this victory ended Booker's six-fight winning streak, it etched Fundora's name further into the annals of boxing history as a formidable champion looking to make his mark.
The fight drew a considerable audience, streaming live and free for Amazon Prime subscribers. As boxing continues to grow in popularity, events like these remind fans of the sport's excitement and unpredictability. Fundora's combination of height, technical skill, and newfound hunger for unification titles might just make him the champion to watch in the coming months.
As the boxing world turns its eyes toward Fundora's next matchup, fans are left eagerly anticipating what could come next for "The Towering Inferno." With a blend of power, poise, and strategy, Fundora seems poised to take on the best and brightest in the super welterweight division as he aims to unify the belts and cement his legacy within the sport.
