Two-time welterweight world champion “Showtime” Shawn Porter (31-3-1, 17 KOs) beat up previously unbeaten Sebastian Formella (22-1, 10 KOs) over twelve rounds in a one-sided IBF title eliminator without fans in attendance at the Microsoft Theater in downtown Los Angeles. Formella hung in gamely, but had no answer for Porter’s strength and workrate. Scores were 120-108 3x. The bout was also for the WBC silver title.
“He was a tough fighter,” said Porter. “After about six rounds my dad told me that he’s going to keep taking these punches, so I just needed to keep the pressure on him…I’m still here and I’m not going anywhere,” he added.
Undefeated 6’6 super welterweight Sebastián “The Towering Inferno” Fundora (15-0-1, 10 KOs) scored an impressive sixth round TKO over Nathaniel Gallimore (21-5-1, 17 KOs). Fundora was in command all the way and referee Ray Corona stepped in to save Gallimore from further punishment. Time was 1:28.
“I give my performance a 10 out of 10,” said Fundora. “I did what I had to do tonight.”
Welterweight Justin DeLoach (19-4, 10 KOs) crushed previously unbeaten Livan Navarro (11-1, 7 KOs) in the first round. DeLoach floored Navarro twice. Time was 2:15.
Unbeaten middleweight Joey Spencer (11-0, 8 KOs) scored a fourth round KO against Shawn West (5-2, 3 KOs). Spencer dropped West in round two and finished him with another knockdown in round four. Time was 1:51.
Unbeaten super middleweight Edward Ortiz (11-0-2, 4 KOs) won an eight round split decision over Antonio Todd (7-4, 4 KOs). Scores were 77-75 2x for Ortiz, 77-75 Todd.
I actually thought Gallimore had a chance in this one…. ah well. If his leg/foot is injured, might be good for him, he could definitely use at least a long break, if not more. Well done Fundora.
Nice little challenge and a good TKO victory for Fundora. At a shocking, historically significant height, Fundora is physically stronger than I thought. However, for future fights, I hope Fundora displays more jabs to set up his long, stinging straight lefts. I will keep my eyes and ears open for this young cat from Coachella. By the way, my lady and I previously had great social gathering journeys in Coachella (with friends). Thank goodness those social gathering journeys occurred before having/raising a family.
Strange that a guy as physically strong as Porter can’t seem to get anyone out of there.
Same thing I was thinking. Well said.
Livan Navarro was an amateur for far too long. As soon as the fight started, that man was in trouble.
I thought Gallimore had a shot at beating Fundora but he never had a chance. Fundora manhandled him all night and near the end had him covering up and not punching back. He still has defensive issues, but with that type of overwhelming offense, his offense is his defense.
As for Spencer, the broadcasters were singing his praises before and after the fight. He was more explosive than usual, but I still noticed some of the same flaws that he exhibited in previous fights. He has lulls where he doesn’t do anything but circle his opponent and just look without punching. He also let West back him up at times, which is exactly the wrong thing to do against an outmanned opponent. He got West out of there when he stepped it up, but there were just too many lulls where he didn’t use his jab or throw any punches. He also got clipped with left hooks when he left himself open while on the attack.
He is still young, has a good frame for a middleweight if a bit short, and has good potential. He needs to work on those flaws before he faces much better opponents. West was basically supposed to be cannon fodder tonight. I’m just not as high on Spencer as the broadcasters were tonight.
How about Madrimov vs Fundora next.
Porter is overrated not a fan of Manny Pacquiao but of what I saw from Porter last night I would take Pacquiao over Porter
I’d, like to comment on all the commentators today. They’re constantly talking about things that are not relvant to bout going on. Examples: promoters,managers,boxers personal business, their own careers.
Point is that when talking about all this that is irrevelant to the bout they are missing calling the bout. Plenty of times they miss good punches, knockdowns, fouls and facts that are relevant to bouts than their experiences in the ring or outside. Please keep focus on the bouts merits and the action going on in the ring.
Arm-punching, unrefined, reckless caveman Porter, bullies another fighter by outworking him. Porter’s fights are quite forgettable. He doesn’t have the talent, precision, pedigree, poise of a champion, and looks like something pulled in from the streets. Broner put him down with a well-timed shot and Pacquaio took him to school. He got the win here, but who cares?
My mistake, I meant to say Keith Thurman took him to school.
“He doesn’t have the talent, precision, pedigree, poise of a champion”
But yet, he’s a 2x time world champion. Your like one of those ‘smart’ scientist that say it should be impossible for bees to fly while watching bees fly. smh
Sabastian’s footwork and punching mechanics are typical of most European boxers. His feet are placed to far apart in his stance. Feet should be placed under the shoulders. That position allows the hips to turn when delivering a punch. Locking out the hips kills the power and the result is an arm punch. Alot of his blows that scored landed with his wrist area. Thus no shoulder snap is being utilized. Also note he leaves his trail leg in the bucket when he attacks. The trail leg must be pulled up under the shoulder and this aids in the hip rotation. The German has a lion’s heart and a decent chin going for him. Porter’s mechanics looked great. He is not a natural power puncher. Fight was over when Porter found out the German lacked power. Babe Ruth trained with boxers. Look at his footwork . Feet well under his shoulders and a stride into the ball when swinging. Great hip rotation.
Big deal Porter can’t beat the top fighters no ko power
Porter should fight once more and retire, he was great once