Australian boxing star Tim Tszyu has issued a powerful and defiant riposte to those questioning his future, securing a resounding victory on home soil.
A Must-Win Fight in Sydney
On Tuesday night at the Sydney Entertainment Centre, the 31-year-old fighter faced immense pressure. Coming into the bout with just one win from his last four fights, including a world title defeat to Sebastian Fundora in July, this was a non-negotiable return to winning ways. His opponent was the undefeated American, Anthony Velazquez.
Tszyu rose to the occasion, delivering a clinical boxing masterclass over ten rounds. While the stoppage eluded him, the judges' scorecards told a one-sided story: 100-90, 100-90, 100-90 in a unanimous decision shut-out for the Australian.
Control and Composure in the Ring
The fight's dynamic shifted in the seventh round when Tszyu opened a severe cut on Velazquez's forehead. Medical officials assessed the damage but allowed the brave American to continue. Seizing the momentum, Tszyu put his foot down in the eighth, stunning Velazquez with a sharp jab-hook combination that forced him onto the ropes.
Despite Velazquez's gallant efforts, including some effective body shots in the later rounds, Tszyu's superior experience and ring generalship were evident. He commanded the centre of the ring, controlling the pace and largely dictating the terms of the engagement. Velazquez threw everything into a wild final round in search of a miracle, but it was too little, too late.
A Defiant Message to the Doubters
After the final bell confirmed his dominance, an emotional Tszyu left no doubt about his mindset. "I'm back. I'm f***ing back," he declared, sending a clear message to the welterweight division and his critics.
This victory serves as a crucial reset for Tszyu's career trajectory. By comprehensively outboxing an undefeated contender, he has rebuilt momentum and reaffirmed his status as a major force in the global boxing scene. The win sets the stage for a potential return to world title contention in 2025.
