Keith “One-Time” Thurman is stepping back into the ring after a break of three years. His comeback fight is scheduled for March 12 in Sydney, Australia, where he’ll face Brock Jarvis. With a record of 30 wins, 1 loss, 22 knockouts, and 1 no contest, Thurman is eager to show he’s still got what it takes.
Thurman, now 36, last fought in February 2022, securing a unanimous decision win against Mario Barrios. He had plans to fight Tim Tszyu in March 2024 but pulled out just weeks before the bout. Tszyu went on to defend his title against Sebastian Fundora, who won after a split decision.
Thurman needs to shake off any ring rust from his long absence. His team believes Jarvis will provide the right challenge for his return. Jarvis has a record of 22 wins and 1 loss, with 20 knockouts, but he hasn’t faced many tough opponents. His only notable fight was against former IBF champion Liam Paro, which he lost by knockout in the first round.
Jarvis has moved between six different weight classes in his four years as a pro. His last fight was a win at middleweight against Adrian Rodriguez in December 2024. However, he hasn’t been very active since losing to Paro, competing only twice afterward.
As fans watch Thurman, they may not see the same fighter who impressed many a few years back. While Jarvis might be smaller, he could serve as a good test for Thurman to gauge where his skills stand after a long layoff.
For boxing enthusiasts, the schedule is packed with exciting fights leading into March 2025. Highlights include:
- January 24, 2025: Naoya Inoue vs. Ye Joon Kim for the Junior Featherweight Championship, Tokyo
- February 1, 2025: David Benavidez vs. David Morrell, Las Vegas
- February 22, 2025: Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol for the Light Heavyweight Championship, Riyadh
- March 1, 2025: Gervonta Davis vs. Lamont Roach Jr. for the Lightweight Championship, New York City
With a lineup like this, boxing fans are in for a treat as they watch their favorite fighters step into the ring!
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