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News.com.au
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- News.com.au
Sebastian Fundora lobs first fight build-up barb at Tim Tszyu's team as rematch confirmed
Tim Tszyu has boldly promised to 'reclaim the throne' in his world title rematch with Sebastian Fundora, while 'The Towering Inferno' lobbed the first grenade of the build-up by claiming his more experienced team will be the difference on fight night. Tszyu is in America for the official announcement of the bout, which will be a co-main event to Manny Pacquiao's welterweight world title comeback against Mario Barrios at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas on July 19 (July 20 in Australia). Tszyu and Fundora had a tense face-off after the official press conference in Los Angeles on Wednesday morning (Australian time), where the American threw out the first jab of the lead-up. Tszyu's team copped months of criticism in the fallout of their first fight last year after being unable to stop the river of blood flowing into his eyes from a cut on his head. The Aussie had dominated the opening two rounds of the bout before an elbow to the head opened the cut and changed the course of his career. Tszyu has stuck solid to the same team that worked his corner that night, with trainer Igor Goloubev, cutman Mark Gambin and cornerman David Barker all working his comeback win over Joey Spencer in April. Fundora is managed by the veteran Sampson Lewkowicz, and is trained by his father, while his sister, Gabriela, is the undisputed flyweight world champion. And he says his team will make all the difference on fight night. 'We had a plan for the last fight, we'll have a plan for this one,' he said. 'Who has a better team, that's who's going to win the fight and for sure, my team's better. 'I just have to listen to my dad and I'll be great.' Tszyu will again keep the same crew he had in their first bout, and wants to repeat the dose of the opening two rounds, when he hurt Fundora with a pinpoint right hand. 'It's a new chapter, and even thought things didn't go my way, I intend to pick up where I left off,' he said. 'I know Fundora is one hell of a fighter, one hell of a champion. 'He's the current king at 154, but it's my turn to reclaim the throne.' Tszyu had been preparing to fight Keith Thurman in his Las Vegas debut 14 months ago, before the big-talking American pulled out injured. That left the Aussie just two weeks to prepare for the 197cm tall Fundora. 'I've had 10 weeks to prepare for his style, which is a blessing,' he said. 'Knowing you have two weeks to prepare for Fundora is quite hard. 'That's no excuses. It's about working out a certain game-plan and working out the mistakes that were made before. 'Things were going according to plan (before the cut). 'I can't go back and relive it, but I have to put on something that I put on before. It's simple, put on some boxing. 'I'm already prepared. If you tell me tomorrow we can go at it, we can go. It doesn't bother me.' Despite his height and reach, Fundora loves fighting on the inside, but Tszyu said he has the strategy to take him down. 'Me and Fundora, we both like to press and we both bring the action,' he said. 'Fighting against Fundora can't be technical. 'You can't really stay on your distance and take your time with him because he's so tall. 'You have to make it a fight and bring the action. 'I'm just going to chop him down. Chop the tree down from the legs up.' Meanwhile Fundora gave a blunt response when asked for a prediction on how the fight will go. 'Repeat, simple as that,' he said. 'I don't think this fight goes the distance.'
News.com.au
14-05-2025
- Sport
- News.com.au
‘Blessing' for Tim Tszyu to be on same card as all-time great Manny Pacquiao come his rematch against Sebastian Fundora
Tim Tszyu has declared he has no mental scars from his bloody defeat to Sebastian Fundora as he prepares for a 'dogfight' in his Las Vegas revenge mission against the 197cm tall American. The Aussie added it's 'a blessing' that the world title rematch will take place on the same card as boxing legend Manny Pacquiao's first fight in four years on July 19 at the MGM Grand in Sin City. Speaking for the first time since this masthead broke the news that the fight would land on the same card as Pacquiao's welterweight world title fight with Mario Barrios, Tszyu said he had already cleared out a space for the green WBC world title Fundora currently has. Tszyu lost an agonising split decision to Fundora at T-Mobile Arena 14 months ago in one of the bloodiest fights in recent memory after copping a stray elbow from the much taller Fundora. It started a horror run for the Sydneysider, who went on to be knocked out by IBF world champ Bakhram Murtazaliev in October. But, after annihilating Joey Spencer in his return a month ago, Tszyu says he's ready to become a two-time world champion. 'I'm not emotionally damaged at all. I'm learning from everything, all the mistakes and everything that went wrong,' he said. 'I do have good memories from the fight – not just blood splattering – but being able to see his shots and being able to have some sort of control. 'Fundora's a tough fight for anyone, his natural, God-given ability and being that tall, it's never an easy fight. 'You have to make it a dogfight. This isn't round one, it's round 13 as soon as we start.' Official confirmation of Pacquiao's return is expected within days, while former super-lightweight world champion Isaac Cruz will also appear on the card. 'It's not 100% guaranteed, but to be fighting on a Manny Pacquiao undercard would be a really big blessing. Unreal,' Tszyu said. 'I did two weeks in Manilla with him, and that was an unreal experience. 'To even be talked about fighting on his undercard … it would be pretty awesome. 'The fact it's gonna be in Vegas, it gives you a buzz.' Tszyu dominated Fundora for the opening two rounds of their world title fight in March last year, but was virtually blinded by blood pouring into his eye from the third round onwards. Fundora defended the titles with a fourth round stoppage of Chordale Booker in March, before relinquishing the WBO belt to rematch Tszyu. The 25-2 Tszyu warns it won't be as simple as picking up where he left off before the debilitating cut though. 'He controls the range very well with his God given abilities,' he said. 'He's got those awkward shots inside. 'Even though he's tall, he's good inside. He's got ticker. He's always in it. Even though I broke his nose, he still had it in him. 'When you have a fighter like that, it's a tremendous task. 'There was a lot of questions (for him) as well. It was a split decision, it wasn't a clear answer. 'There's a lot for us both to prove. 'It's a big chapter in my life, it's something I really want to get back. It's a career-defining moment and I'm looking to revenge.' Tszyu had been expected to fight loudmouthed American Keith Thurman in July, but after his win over Spencer, he immediately called for a Fundora rematch. Thurman has seemingly left high and dry, but Tszyu hinted at an even bigger fight if he gets revenge over Fundora. 'Stay in the loop,' he told Thurman. 'Because there could be a potential superfight happening with titles on the line. 'I've cleared out my cupboard. I've got the WBO belt in there, but on the left hand side, I've left a spot specifically for the WBC belt. 'I've got a spot and I'm visualising that green (WBC) belt there.'
Yahoo
05-04-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Tim Tszyu vs. Joey Spencer: How to watch tonight, start time and more
If you buy something through a link in this article, we may earn commission. Pricing and availability subject to change. Joey Spencer and Tim Tszyu will face off in a boxing bout this Saturday – you can stream the whole thing live on Prime Video. () (Matt King via Getty Images) Tim Tszyu, 30, will face American Joey Spencer this Saturday in a boxing match held in Tszyu's native Australia. Tszyu is attempting to rebound after losing his last two fights against Bakhram Murtazaliev and Sebastian Fundora and has discussed the importance of this weekend's fight to his career, saying, "This is like sink or swim for me." Spencer, 24, is coming off of three consecutive wins. "He's a real fighter, a dangerous opponent and exactly the kind of challenge I crave," Tszyu has said about Spencer. Advertisement The event will be available to stream in the U.S. on Prime Video; here's everything you need to know about how to watch Joey Spencer vs. Tim Tszyu's fight and who else is on the fight card. How to watch Tim Tszyu vs. Joey Spencer this weekend: Date: Saturday, April 5 Start time: 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT Main ring walks: 11 p.m. ET/8 p.m. ET Location: Newcastle Entertainment Centre, Newcastle, Australia TV channel/streaming: Prime Video When is Tszyu vs. Spencer? Tim Tszyu and Joey Spencer's fight is this Saturday, April 5. at 8 p.m. ET/5 p.m. PT. Where to watch Tszyu vs. Spencer: Prime Video Watch Tszyu vs. Spencer on Prime Prime Video Prime Video is available as part of an Amazon Prime membership, which costs $14.99 per month or $139 annually. (A standalone subscription to the streaming service only runs $8.99/month.) With a Prime membership, you'll be able to watch original movies, like the newly-released Holland, starring Nicole Kidman, and series like Reacher and The Boys. Many sports events are also included with membership, like this weekend's fight between Tim Tszyu and Joey Spencer. Amazon offers a free trial for eligible subscribers, too. Try it free at Prime Video Tszyu vs. Spencer fight card:
Forbes
05-04-2025
- Sport
- Forbes
Tim Tszyu Vs. Joey Spencer: Odds, Records, Prediction
It would have been almost unfathomable to say this a year ago, but Tim Tszyu is on a two-fight losing streak and his career is on the line against one-time prospect Joey Spencer. But that's the truth, and the way Tszyu responds in the ring on Saturday night will go a long way toward figuring out whether he's still a legitimate junior middleweight contender. Here's everything you need to know about Tim Tszyu vs. Joey Spencer, including the odds, their records and a prediction on who will win. In March 2024, Tsyzu was an undefeated titlist, and in the first few minutes of his defense against Sebastian Fundora, Tszyu was outboxing the much taller Fundora en route to what looked like another victory. But then Tszyu's head collided with Fundora's forearm in the second round, opening one of the nastiest cuts you'll see. Tszyu and his corner elected to continue the fight, and, hindered by the blood in his face throughout the next 10 rounds, Tszyu lost his belt and his undefeated record. Seven months later, Tszyu, a 7/1 favorite, was surprisingly dominated and knocked out by Bakhram Murtazaliev, leaving many boxing observers to wonder what had happened to Tszyu and his career? Was he always a little overrated? Was he already feeling the effects of 25 fights over eight years? Was he ever going to get over his head clash with Fundora? Now, it appears that Tszyu, at least on paper, is getting a softer touch in front of his home country fans in Australia on Saturday night (Sunday afternoon local time). Tszyu is ready for it—and he's not thinking about Spencer as a warmup fighter. 'This is my redemption tour,' said Tszyu. 'I'm coming back stronger, hungrier and ready to prove a point. There's no easing back in—no tune-up fights—just straight into the fire with a very, very good fighter in Joey Spencer. He's a real fighter, a dangerous opponent and exactly the kind of challenge I crave . . . I'm here to make a statement. If I have to walk through fire to get back on top, so be it. This is what I live for.' Spencer, meanwhile, is getting another chance on a big stage. The first time he got the chance, he feel short vs. Jesus Ramos Jr. He said he'll be better prepared this time. 'I've watched Tszyu for a long time — his style, his mentality. The guy's a real warrior,' said Spencer. 'He's the kind of fighter who doesn't back down. He takes on all comers, no excuses, he just gets in there and fights … I'm coming to take him out. I'm not here just to share the ring with him. I'm coming to win. Period.' Here's more info on the Tim Tszyu vs. Joey Spencer showdown that U.S. viewers can watch on Amazon Prime Video (free for subscribers) beginning at 9 p.m. ET on Saturday. As a -1000 betting favorite (bet $1,000 to win $100), you can safely avoid wagering on Tszyu's money line, and I'd probably avoid Spencer to win straight up at +550 (win $550 on a $100 bet). But if you like Tszyu, you could take him to win by stoppage at -140 or by decision at +175. Both provide a little bit of value. If you like Spencer, I'd take him to win by stoppage at +1000 since there are questions about Tszyu's chin. If you were looking for a fun parlay for this weekend's action of boxing (and this is only for entertainment purposes), I might take Tszyu to beat Spencer by stoppage at -140, Richard Torrez Jr. to beat Guido Vianello at -275 and Zhanibek Aliimkhanuly to beat Anauel Ngamissengue at -800. If all those hit, you'd win $163 on a $100 bet. Before his two losses, Tszyu (24-2, 17 KOs) had built a solid resume with wins vs. Jeff Horn, Terrell Gausha, Tony Harrison and Carlos Ocampo. But he also hasn't yet beaten an A-level fighter who's in his prime. A victory vs. Spencer won't necessarily change that, but if he beats Spencer (and Keith Thurman in the future), that would certainly get him back on track. Spencer (19-1, 11 KOs) has a decent record for a prospect, but it's hard to look at this resume and think he has a good chance to beat Tszyu. In his toughest fight, he lost by seventh-round TKO to Jesus Ramos Jr.. Spencer has won three-straight fights, though it's come against underwhelming competition. This is designed to be a get-well fight for Tszyu, and I fully expect him to outclass Spencer. Depending on whether he dispatches Spencer with ease could certainly tell us about Tszyu's future. But I think he'll impress. Say Tszyu by stoppage in the fifth round.
Forbes
05-04-2025
- Sport
- Forbes
Tszyu Vs. Spencer Card: What To Know About Tonight's Boxing Event
SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 19: Joey Spencer (L) and Tim Tszyu (R) face off during a media ... More opportunity promoting the upcoming fight between Tim Tszyu and Joey Spencer, at Bondi Boxing Club on March 19, 2025 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by) Tonight, Saturday, April 5, former WBO junior middleweight champion Tim Tszyu looks to end a two fight losing skid when he faces Joey Spencer in the main event of a PBC card. In the co-main event of the fight card, Brandon Grach and Liam Talivaa face off in a heavyweight rematch. Below, we look at the Joyce vs. Hrgovic card and give you all the information you need about tonight's boxing fight card. Tim Tszyu vs. Joey Spencer Brandon Grach vs. Liam Talivaa Endry Saavedra vs. Mikkel Neilsen Koen Mazoudier vs. Dan Hill Callum Peters vs. William Lenehan Brent Walton vs. Isaias Sette Saturday, April 5, 2025 9 p.m. ET Newcastle Entertainment Centre, Newcastle, Australia Prime Video Prime Video is available as part of an Amazon Prime membership, which costs $14.99 per month or $139 annually. A subscription to the streaming service by itself is 8.99 a month. The main event ring walk time is expected to be approximately 11 p.m. ET The 30-year-old Tim Tszyu started his pro boxing career with a record of 24-0 and 17 knockouts. Since March 2024, Tszyu is 0-2, losing his WBO light middleweight title to Sebastian Fundora by split decision, and most recently, in October 2024, falling to Bakhram Murtazaliev in an IBF title fight by third-round knockout. Tszyu is currently the No. 10 ranked junior middleweight according to the IBF. ESPN has him ranked at No. 7. Joey Spencer (19-1 with 11 knockouts) is 25. Spencer is coming off a majority decision win over Miguel Angel Hernandez in December 2024. Tszyu opened as a -450 favorite over Spener, who was a +300 betting ubnderdog. Those odds have shifted. Today, Tszyu is listed at -1100 and Spencer at +500. NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 04: Tim Tszyu looks on before a press conference at The NEX on April ... More 04, 2025 in Newcastle, will meet Joey Spencer in Sunday's IBO Inter-Continental Super Welterweight Title fight. (Photo by) "It's sink or swim," said Tszyu ahead of his fight with Spencer. 'This is my redemption tour. I'm coming back stronger, hungrier, and ready to prove a point. I'm here to make a statement. If I have to walk through fire to get back on top, so be it. This is what I live for.' NEWCASTLE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 04: Joey Spencer speaks during a press conference at The NEX on April ... More 04, 2025 in Newcastle, Australia. Spencer will meet Tim Tszyu in Sunday's IBO Inter-Continental Super Welterweight Title fight. (Photo by) "I feel great. It's been a great time in Australia and a great finish to camp," said Spencer. "I think Tim is going to come out hard. This is an important fight for both of us. This is everything for both of us. "For me, I want to go to the next level, so I have to get this win. You only get so many opportunities in boxing, so when you're in the position that Tim is in, you've got to make sure you get back in that winners' track. It's important for both of us and it's going to bring the best out of both of us." Record: 24-2 with 17 knockouts Age: 30 Height: 5'9" Reach: 72" Stance: Orthodox Record: 19-1 with 11 knockouts Age: 25 Height: 5'10" Reach: 70.1" Stance: Orthodox Belfast , United Kingdom - 1 March 2025; Chairman and promoter of Matchroom Boxing Eddie Hearn at ... More SSE Arena in Belfast. (Photo By Ramsey Cardy/Sportsfile via Getty Images) 'I'm a big Tim Tszyu fan. I think he's a great fighter. Sometimes, you can believe your own hype a little bit as a fighter, and I think they felt that Tim was unbeatable,' promoter Eddie Hearn told Jai McAllister earlier this year. 'I really admire that they took that fight, and they should have taken that fight (Bakhram) because it's for a world championship. But no one really wants to fight that guy because he's a serious dude with no value. So, if you get beat by him, you're kind of like, but I like the fact that they did it, and I like the fact that he's a real fighter. 'Sometimes, you can get carried away. There's a massive difference between fighting in Australia and the Australian market and then going out on the world stage and taking on elite opposition. You saw that against Fundora, and he (Tszyu) was very unlucky in that fight with the injury and everything,' said Hearn. 'I think the unknown about Tim Tszyu is, is he really elite level,' added Hearn. 'He's a world-class fighter; there's no doubt about it. But is he really at that level? Maybe. I think the jury is out. There's no shame in that. Sometimes, you step up to that level, and you're not good enough.' We will have more on the Tszyu vs. Spencer fight card. Tonight, we will have results, reactions and highlights for the full Tszyu vs. Spencer card.
