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Tallest world champion in boxing ruthlessly stops son of a legend in Manny Pacquiao vs Mario Barrios co-main event

Sebastian Fundora finished Tim Tszyu in a destructive display.

Ahead of the fight between Manny Pacquiao and Mario Barrios, the two warriors in the co-main event delivered an absolute barnburner.

The pair went to war back in 2024, with the American winning a split decision, in a fight in which his opponent sustained a nasty cut.

However, this time, there was no controversy, with the tallest world champion in boxing making a huge statement.

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Sebastian Fundora fighting Tim Tszyu
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Sebastian Fundora destroys Tim Tszyu in dramatic fight

In a thrilling opening round, Sebastian Fundora, who stands at 6ft6, put Tim Tszyu on the canvas with a monstrous shot.

The Australian somehow survived before being hurt again in the following segment.

At points, it looked like a matter of time, but in a testament to his skills, the son of Kosta Tszyu started landing big shots, convincing his fans that a comeback could be possible.

However, the WBC super welterweight champion refused to let the fight slip, reasserting his dominance and landing big shots.

Following a tough seventh round, Tszyu didn’t come out for the eighth.

Manny Pacquiao has advantage over Mario Barrios, according to esteemed trainer

With the co-main done, it’s fine for Pacquiao vs Barrios.

At 46, the Filipino is undeniably the underdog.

However, while that may be the case, he does have some things in his favor.

A respected trainer says Pacquiao has an advantage over Barrios.