Tim Tszyu: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

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All-Australian main events don’t come around often, and when they do, they usually signal something bigger than a routine headliner. This one does exactly that.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / January 14

Is Spence Returning To Face Tszyu?

According to former champion Paulie Malignaggi, rumors suggest that a clash between Tim Tszyu and Errol Spence Jr. may be in the works. Both fighters are at critical junctures in their careers: Tszyu got back to winning ways with a unanimous decision over Anthony Velazquez in December 2025.

Boxing News / Athlon Sports / January 13

Nikita Tszyu vs. Michael Zerafa: Preview, storylines

All-Australian main events don’t come around often, and when they do, they tend to carry extra weight. This one is no exception. With national pride, local momentum, and long-term positioning on the line, this matchup represents a defining moment rather than a routine headliner.

Boxing News / NY Fights / December 17

Tim Tszyu Scores Win, Nonito Donaire Loses Close SD

Multiple boxing world champions were in action on Wednesday in Australia and Japan, but fans in North America didn’t have too many options for live viewing.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / December 15

‘Every Challenge Has To Bring Some Credibility’: Inside The Tim Tszyu Rebuild

Boasting a new manager and with respected trainer Pedro Diaz now in his corner, Tim Tszyu’s (25-3, 18 KOs) first step on a journey he hopes will take him back to title contention will begin when he meets undefeated heavy-hitting American Anthony Velazquez (18-0-1, 15 KOs) in Sydney, Australia, on Wednesday.

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / November 15

Tim Tszyu Plots 2025 Ring Return

Former WBO junior middleweight champion Tim Tszyu is plotting to box before the end of the year after making major changes to his team. Following a challenging period that saw him lose three of his last four fights, the Australian has completely dismantled his previous setup.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 29

Nikita Tszyu vs Michael Zerafa Set For January 16 In Australia

Two weeks removed from a car accident where he suffered minor injuries, Nikita Tszyu will be returning to the ring at the top of the year. Tszyu (11-0, 9 KOs) will take on veteran Michael Zerafa (34-5, 22 KOs) on January 16 at a location to be announced soon and streaming live on PPV (Kayo Sports in Australia).

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / October 14

Nikita Tszyu Was Involved In A Car Accident And Suffered ‘Minor Injuries’

Junior middleweight prospect Nikita Tszyu was involved in a car accident over the weekend and suffered “minor injuries,” according to his promoter, No Limit Boxing.

Boxing News / KO on SI / September 18

Tim Tszyu Reveals Major Shakeup Amid 1-3 Stretch

Tim Tszyu might be down, but he knows that he is far from out. Coming off a loss in a rematch with Sebastian Fundora for the WBC super welterweight title, Tszyu, 30, is now just 1-3 in his last four fights.

According To Eddie Hearn, Tim Tszyu is Not ‘Elite Level’

Luck has not been on Tim Tszyu’s (25-3, 18 KOs) side for the past year or so. Coming with an impressive unbeaten track record, the dawn of 2024 and 2025 saw Tszyu suffering a host of losses.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / July 22

Emotional Tim Tszyu Breaks Silence After Heartbreaking Defeat to Fundora

On July 19, live from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Sebastian Fundora successfully defended his WBC super welterweight title by defeating Tim Tszyu.

Boxing News / Bloody Knockout / July 22

‘Clowns’… Tim Tszyu’s team slammed by icon in the aftermath of devastating loss to boxing’s tallest world champion

Failing to overcome sizable rival Sebastian Fundora for the second time in his career, former world champion Tim Tszyu has come under fire from one of Australia’s biggest stars.

Boxing News / Fights Around The World / July 21

The Perilous Descent of Tim Tszyu

Two years ago, following his emphatic knockout of Tony Harrison in Sydney—an impressive performance that secured the interim WBO super-welterweight title—Tim Tszyu stood triumphant before a raucous home crowd.

Boxing News / Big Fight Weekend / July 21

Keith Thurman Gives Honest Reaction to Tim Tszyu Defeat

Sebastian Fundora vs Tim Tszyu was a highly anticipated rematch after their wild first fight, which ended in a split decision win for “The Towering Inferno.” It was a dominant showing from Fundora, who retained his WBC super welterweight world title, while it was a devastating loss for Tszyu (25-3, 18KOs).

Boxing News / BoxingNews.com / July 21

What’s Next For Tim Tszyu?

Tim Tszyu lost to Sebastian Fundora as the latter retained his WBC Junior Middleweight Title, raising questions over Tim’s next steps. Tszyu suffered another loss after the first fight to take their rivalry to 0-2.

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Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 19

Sebastian Fundora Makes Tszyu Quit!

There was no controversy this time. Sebastian Fundora came into the rematch with a statement to make and he delivered it emphatically. Using his freakish reach, volume punching, and renewed confidence, Fundora made easy work of Tim Tszyu, shutting down the Australian’s offense and controlling the pace from the opening bell.

Boxing News / NY Fights / July 18

Rematches Spice Up Pacquiao-Barrios Undercard

Whatever you might think about the return of eight-division Hall of Fame champion Manny Pacquiao at age 46 against WBC World Welterweight champion Mario Barrios, there is no denying the quality of the Pacquiao Barrios undercard, packed with plenty of fights sure to bring the action, including two highly anticipated rematches.

Boxing News / Dice City Sports / July 16