The stage is set for Tim Tszyu to defend his WBO super welterweight world title against Brian Mendoza in Australia.
At 28 years of age, Tszyu stands ready for a monumental title defense, marking his first since being promoted to the status of a full champion by the WBO. This move gains added significance in light of Jermell Charlo’s highly anticipated bout against Canelo Alvarez on September 30. As the boxing world speculates, there’s a potential drama with the WBC possibly stripping Charlo of his title. Such a decision could elevate the stakes, turning Tszyu’s bout into a world title unification fight.
Tszyu’s recent record speaks volumes. Over the last seven months, he has taken on both champions and contenders, securing notable victories against the likes of former WBC world champion Tony Harrison and the highly-regarded Mexican fighter Carlos Ocampo.
On the other side, Brian Mendoza from Albuquerque, New Mexico, has been creating waves in the boxing world. His recent achievements include a commanding victory over former unified champion Jeison Rosario and a knockout win against the undefeated Sebastian Fundora, which earned him the WBC interim title at 154 pounds. At 29 years old, Mendoza presents as Tszyu’s most challenging adversary yet, having showcased both power and poise against top-level competition.
In the co-main event, Sam Goodman (15-0, 7 KOs) faces Miguel Flores (25-4-1, 12 KOs) at featherweight.
Fight card:
▪️Tim Tszyu vs. Brian Mendoza, 12 rounds, for Tszyu’s WBO welterweight title ▪️Sam Goodman vs. Miguel Flores, 12 rounds, featherweight ▪️Sergei Vorobev vs. Wade Ryan, 10 rounds, for vacant IBF Pan Pacific super welterweight title ▪️Nathaniel May vs. Jackson Jon England, 10 rounds, for vacant IBF Australasian super featherweight title ▪️Shanell Dargan vs. Amber Amelia, 8 rounds, super bantamweight ▪️Hassan Hamdan vs. Danvers Cuschieri, 8 rounds, welterweight ▪️Toese Vousiutu vs. Julius Lloyd Long, 4 rounds, heavyweight
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