Australian boxer Sam Goodman is eyeing a significant opportunity to secure a world title fight in the US alongside Tim Tszyu, pending his victory against Mexican fighter Cesar Vaca Espinoza. Goodman, who recently faced Japanese star Naoya Inoue, is in talks to feature on the same card where Tszyu competes for the WBC super welterweight crown in Las Vegas on July 20.
While Goodman is already being considered for a spot on the card, he must first overcome Espinoza in their upcoming bout in Sydney. Espinoza, who hails from the same town as Canelo Alvarez, is determined to upstage Goodman and secure his place as IBF mandatory contender on the Inoue waiting list.
Having sparred with Inoue in the past, Espinoza is confident in his abilities and aims to prove his worth in the super bantamweight division. On the other hand, Goodman’s plans for a potential world title fight hinge on his performance against Espinoza and the outcome of the Las Vegas card.
If Goodman emerges victorious, discussions will intensify regarding his participation in an interim world title fight in Las Vegas, potentially against opponents like Carl Jammes Martin or Marlon Tapales. With Inoue’s schedule already booked for the near future, interim titles may be on the horizon for Goodman as he aims to climb the rankings.
Despite the looming possibilities, Goodman remains focused on his upcoming fight with Espinoza and refrains from speculating about future matchups. Espinoza, on the other hand, is determined to showcase his skills and secure his own path to a title shot, emphasizing his readiness to face any challenge that comes his way.
Both fighters bring unique backgrounds and experiences to the ring, with Espinoza’s time spent sparring with Inoue and Goodman’s aspirations to prove himself as the best in his division. As the boxing world eagerly anticipates their showdown, the outcome of their upcoming bout will undoubtedly shape their respective paths in the sport.
