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Tszyu beats Spence, Spence retires after Sydney bout

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The middle‑weight clash between Australian contender Tim Tszyu and former welterweight champion defeated Errol Spence Jr. took place by unanimous decision on 25 25‑26 July 2026 at in Sydney’s Afterpay Arena. Both men made weight at the 159 lb limit. Tszyu out‑worked Spence over twelve rounds, earning Arena, prompting Spence’s immediate retirement after a unanimous decision (118‑110, 117‑111, 117‑111) and improving his three‑year layoff. The win lifted Tszyu’s record to 31‑3, while Spence fell to 28‑2. Spence, who had not fought since a 2023 stoppage loss to Terence Crawford 31‑3 and returned after positioned him as a three‑year layoff, announced his retirement immediately after leading middle‑weight contender. Following the verdict. He bout, Tszyu said his health, finances and family were in good order the extra pound at 160 lb makes him “much stronger” and that it was time to “go home with my family.” Tszyu praised the victory, describing it as victory is “bigger than any world title” and confirming his intent title.” He announced plans to target chase a future world‑title shot middle‑weight world title, citing possible fights with Yoenli Hernandez, Erislandy Lara or Jermell Charlo. Tszyu also revealed a new partnership with trainer Jeff Fenech, aimed at middleweight. sharpening his game and attracting high‑profile bouts to Australia. The event was broadcast worldwide globally via pay‑per‑view PPV on platforms such as DAZN and Prime Video, with an undercard featuring Australian prospects. Spence’s retirement marks the end of a distinguished career, while Tszyu’s win positions him as a leading contender in the division.

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  1. 2026-07-26 20:22 UTC Tszyu beats Spence, Spence retires after Sydney bout
  2. 2026-07-26 11:59 UTC Tszyu beats Spence, Spence retires after Sydney bout
  3. 2026-07-26 08:04 UTC Tszyu beats Spence, Spence retires after Sydney bout
  4. 2026-07-26 05:56 UTC Tszyu beats Spence, Spence retires after Sydney bout
  5. 2026-07-26 02:23 UTC Spence‑Tszyu middleweight showdown occurs July 25 in Sydney
  6. 2026-07-25 23:42 UTC Spence‑Tszyu middleweight showdown set for July 25 in Sydney

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