Tszyu vs. Spencer: A Critical Fight for Tim Tszyu’s Redemption
Newcastle, Australia – April 5, 2025 – Tim Tszyu enters a crucial fight against Joey Spencer this Saturday evening, aiming to halt a disappointing two-fight losing streak and reaffirm his position amongst the super welterweight elite. The IBO Inter-Continental Super Welterweight Title showdown takes place at the Newcastle Entertainment Centre, with a prime-time broadcast on Prime Video.
Alongside the main event, Brandon Grach and Liam Talivaa will battle it out in a heavyweight rematch, and a stacked undercard featuring Endry Saavedra versus Mikkel Neilsen, Koen Mazoudier against Dan Hill, and Callum Peters versus William Lenehan promises excitement across the board. Isaias Sette secured a unanimous decision victory over Brent Walton earlier in the evening, showcasing the competitive nature of the card.
Fight Card Results
- Isaias Sette defeats Brent Walton via unanimous decision (48-46 x 3)
- Tim Tszyu vs. Joey Spencer – (Results to follow)
- Brandon Grach vs. Liam Talivaa – (Results to follow)
- Endry Saavedra vs. Mikkel Neilsen – (Results to follow)
- Koen Mazoudier vs. Dan Hill – (Results to follow)
- Callum Peters vs. William Lenehan – (Results to follow)
Key Fight Details
Date: Saturday, April 5, 2025
Time: 9:00 PM ET
Location: Newcastle Entertainment Centre, Newcastle, Australia
How to Watch: Prime Video
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Ring Walk Anticipated
The main event ring walk is slated for approximately 11:00 PM ET.
Tszyu vs. Spencer: A Fight for Redemption
Thirty-year-old Tim Tszyu began his professional boxing career with an impressive 24-0 record, including 17 knockouts. However, recent setbacks – a split decision loss to Sebastian Fundora in March 2024 and a third-round knockout defeat against Bakhram Murtazaliev in October 2024 – have fueled his determination to return to the top. As he himself stated, “It’s sink or swim,” Tszyu explained before the fight. “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.”
Currently ranked No. 10 by the IBF and No. 7 by ESPN, Tszyu faces a formidable opponent in 25-year-old Joey Spencer. Spencer enters the fight off a majority decision win over Miguel Angel Hernandez in December 2024. “I feel great. It’s been a great time in Australia and a great finish to camp,” Spencer stated. “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.”
Fight Odds & Analysis
Initial betting odds favored Tszyu as a -450 favorite, with Spencer as a +300 underdog. However, these odds have shifted, placing Tszyu at -1100 and Spencer at +500. Promoter Eddie Hearn offered insight, stating, “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. I think the jury is out. Is he really at that level? Maybe. I think the fact that they took the 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 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.”
Tszyu vs. Spencer: Matchup
| Tim Tszyu | Record: 24-2 (17 KOs) |
|---|---|
| Age | 30 |
| Height | 5’9” |
| Reach | 72” |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Joey Spencer | Record: 19-1 (11 KOs) |
| Age | 25 |
| Height | 5’10” |
| Reach | 70.1” |
| Stance | Orthodox |
Stay tuned for live updates and results from the Tszyu vs. Spencer fight card.
Did you know? Tim Tszyu’s strategic decision to face Bakhram Murtazaliev, despite the significant risk, underscores his commitment to challenging himself and fighting for a world title.
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