Tim Tszyu Defeats in Title Fight

In the early hours of October 20, in Orlando, USA, Australian Tim Tszyu (24-2, 17 KOs) faced Russian Bakhram Murtazaliev (23-0, 17 KOs) in a bout for the IBF world title in the super welterweight division (up to 69.9 kg). The fight ended with Murtazaliev winning, as he sent Tszyu to the canvas three times in the second round. In the following round, Tszyu’s corner was forced to throw in the towel, resulting in a TKO in the third round.

This marks Tszyu’s second consecutive defeat, having previously lost to Sebastián Fundora by decision.