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The Keith Thurman comeback has been placed on maintain — the boxing star suffered a bicep damage that’s forcing him to again out of his upcoming struggle in opposition to Tim Tszyu.
The Boxing Voice broke the information of the ailment on Monday … saying the 30-1 welterweight fighter was getting an MRI for a potential arm damage that might put his March 30 bout in opposition to Tszyu in jeopardy.
The struggle continues to be a go … however with out Thurman — ESPN Ringside’s Mike Coppinger reported Tszyu will now defend his WBO junior middleweight title in opposition to Sebastian Fundora (20-1) as a substitute.
That is unlucky information for Thurman, who would’ve stepped within the ring for the primary time in over two years … and he beforehand mentioned it was an opportunity to show he is not washed.
“I believe boxing needs Keith Thurman. I really deliver some of the greatest entertainment on that world-class scene every time they put me in the ring,” Thurman told us earlier this month.
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“My haters are my real motivators!” So hold hatin’ child, and I’ma hold pushing.”
Thurman additionally informed us he was gunnin’ for a knockout … and his win in opposition to Tszyu would’ve been a possibility to get nearer to a match with Terence Crawford.
Thurman hasn’t spoken about what this implies for his profession … however like he informed us — he believes boxing wants him, so chances are high he’ll be again.