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Australian boxer Tim Tszyu is gearing up for his upcoming main event showdown against IBF junior middleweight champion Bakhram Murtazaliev on October 19th. The event is scheduled to take place at the Caribe Royale Resort in Orlando, Florida, and will be broadcast live on PBC on Amazon Prime Video at 8:00 p.m. ET/5:00 p.m. PT.
Tszyu is coming off a tough twelve-round split decision loss to Sebastian Fundora earlier this year. Despite his desire for a rematch with Fundora, Tszyu now has his sights set on capturing the IBF title from the undefeated Murtazaliev in hopes of securing future lucrative fights in the junior middleweight division.
At 31 years old, Murtazaliev claimed the vacant IBF 154-lb title by defeating Jack Culcay with an 11th-round knockout. However, Murtazaliev’s lack of notable opponents throughout his professional career raises questions about his true skill level. With only two noteworthy fights under his belt, Tszyu sees this as an opportunity to prove himself as a top contender in the division.
Should Tszyu emerge victorious against Murtazaliev, he could potentially set himself up for high-profile matches against junior middleweight champions such as Terence Crawford, Sebastian Fundora, and Vergil Ortiz Jr. Tszyu has expressed interest in facing Crawford, but the Nebraska native is currently exploring other options, including a potential showdown with Canelo Alvarez.
Rose’s Confidence in Tszyu’s Resilience
George Rose, CEO of No Limit Boxing, has expressed confidence in Tszyu’s ability to bounce back from his recent defeat and emerge stronger than ever. According to Rose, Tszyu possesses an unbreakable warrior spirit that sets him apart from other fighters in the sport. Fans can expect an action-packed showdown when Tszyu steps into the ring next month.
Tim Tszyu’s upcoming fight against Bakhram Murtazaliev presents a significant opportunity for the Australian boxer to make a statement in the junior middleweight division. With his sights set on claiming the IBF title and securing future lucrative fights, Tszyu is determined to prove himself as a top contender in the division. Fans can expect an exciting showdown on October 19th as Tszyu looks to overcome the odds and emerge victorious.
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