Keith Thurman Talks Knockout Return Against Fundora

Keith Thurman has said his approach for Sebastian Fundora will center on sustained body work as he looks for a stoppage when their title fight is rescheduled for the first quarter of 2026. The fight has not yet been given a confirmed date, but both camps have continued to reference an early 2026 timeline following its postponement late last year.

The fight was originally scheduled for October 2025 before being delayed after Fundora suffered a hand injury during training. While no formal announcement has been made regarding a new date, neither side has indicated the matchup is in doubt.

Thurman describes shift toward pressure and power

Speaking recently in a video appearance, Keith Thurman said he intends to move away from the more cautious, movement-heavy style he has used in recent fights. Now 37, Thurman views the Fundora bout as an opportunity to return to a more direct approach, built around power shots and consistent work to the body.

The fight would mark Thurman’s first title appearance since moving up to the junior middleweight division. His recent record has been defined by long gaps between fights, with only two appearances in the last seven years. Injuries and extended layoffs slowed a career that once moved quickly, including a period of regular knockout wins on premium television.

That inactivity has led some fans to question whether Thurman has done enough recently to justify a championship opportunity. At the same time, Sebastian Fundora is also returning from an injury-related absence, leaving open questions about timing, form, and readiness on both sides.

Thurman’s recent appearance also functioned as light promotion, with merchandise tied to the bout unveiled while he continued to discuss his expectations for a knockout. Despite the lack of an official date, his comments suggested confidence that the fight will proceed as discussed.

For now, the matchup remains a rescheduled title fight without confirmed details, with both fighters outlining intentions publicly while waiting for formal confirmation from organizers