Tim Tszyu to Face Erislandy Lara for WBA Title

Tszyu's Ambition for Two-Weight Champion Status

Tim Tszyu is set to challenge Erislandy Lara for the WBA title at 160 pounds, aiming to become a two-weight world champion. This achievement would match that of his head coach, Jeff Fenech, and follow in the footsteps of Liam Paro, who won a title in two divisions earlier this year.

Upcoming Fight Details

The bout is expected to take place in late November on Australian soil. Tszyu previously secured the WBO super-welterweight championship in 2023 and recently fought Errol Spence Jr., winning by unanimous decision in his middleweight debut. Although Spence was not at his peak, Tszyu demonstrated his strength at the new weight class.

Lara's Experience and Skill

Erislandy Lara, at 43, is the oldest reigning world champion in boxing. Despite his age and limited activity, he is recognized as a highly skilled technician. In 2014, he faced Canelo Alvarez and lost by a narrow split decision, a fight many believed he could have won.

Tszyu has expressed his enthusiasm for this upcoming fight, calling it a special announcement and suggesting it could be the largest boxing card in Australian history, surpassing his previous event against Spence.