Tim Tszyu: The Rise of a Boxing Phenom – Career Highlights, Record, and Future Fights

Explore Tim Tszyu's boxing journey, from his undefeated rise to becoming WBO champion, key victories, and his upcoming fight against Joey Spencer.

Early Career and Legacy

Tim Tszyu, born on November 2, 1994, in Sydney, Australia, carries the legacy of his father, Hall of Famer Kostya Tszyu. Since turning professional in 2016, Tszyu has carved his own path in the boxing world with an impressive record of 24 wins (17 KOs) and 2 losses. Standing at 5'8.5" with a 70.5-inch reach, his orthodox stance and aggressive style have made him a formidable junior middleweight.

Championship Journey

  • WBO Interim Title Win (2023): Tszyu claimed the WBO interim junior middleweight title with a 9th-round TKO over Tony Harrison.
  • First-Round Domination: He defended his interim title with a 1st-round KO of Carlos Ocampo.
  • Elevated to Full Champion: When Jermell Charlo vacated the title, Tszyu was promoted to full WBO champion.
  • Title Loss: In a close split decision, Tszyu lost his belt to Sebastian Fundora in March 2024.

Notable Victories

  • Jeff Horn (TKO8, 2020): A statement win in Australia.
  • Terrell Gausha (UD12, 2022): Dominated in his U.S. debut.
  • Takeshi Inoue (UD12, 2021): Outclassed the durable Japanese contender.

Upcoming Fight: Tszyu vs. Spencer

On April 6, 2025, Tszyu faces Joey Spencer (17-2, 11 KOs) in a pivotal comeback bout. A win could position him for another world title shot.

Fighting Style and Strengths

  • Aggressive Pressure: Tszyu excels at cutting off the ring and unleashing powerful combinations.
  • Body Work: His attacks to the midsection wear down opponents.
  • Stamina: Consistently delivers high output in later rounds.

Career Statistics

  • Record: 24-2, 17 KOs
  • Height: 5'8.5"
  • Reach: 70.5 inches
  • Stance: Orthodox

Future Prospects

Potential matchups loom against:

  • Sebastian Fundora (rematch)
  • Errol Spence Jr.
  • Canelo Alvarez (if he moves down to 154lbs)

Latest News

Tszyu recently banned his father Kostya from ringside to focus independently, signaling a new chapter in his career.

For fans of technical brawling and rising stars, Tim Tszyu remains must-watch in the stacked junior middleweight division.

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