Heartbreaking reason Tim Tszyus dad, Kostya, might miss world title bout. Thats what Australias got - weve got this talk in America that were only basic, that we lack skills and are all toughness. Kostya Tszyu returned home to poverty-stricken Serov in central Russia from the 1991 boxing world championships in Sydney with a gold medal and a new dream. Not sure, man.". WebRT @AAPSport: "My little sister's a little bit sick right now so I think he's looking after her at the moment." We care about the protection of your data. "So we'll see how it all pans out. Theres plenty of bones to break as well.. We came from Russia together in 1992 only for one reason for him to become a world champion, Natalia said. When Tim Tszyu walked to the ring in Townsville last night against Jeff Horn, his famous fighting father Kostya was a world away. Tszyu will instead fight Tony Harrison in Sydney on March 12 for the interim WBO super-welterweight belt. (AAP Image/Dan Himbrechts) Kostya was never in the kids lives, Kostya disappeared from the kids lives when he left them at The broadness of myself compared to what he is - he goes up, I go out, Tszyu said. Back in 2016, Kostya surprised his boy by not only flying into Sydney on the eve of his professional debut against Zorran Cassady but then sat ringside the next day. The home-town favourite expects Harrisons renowned right jab to pose the biggest challenge but expects to be too strong physically for the American. Tim told reporters ahead of his March 12 bout against the USA's Tony Harrison that Kostya could miss the fight because of a family situation. "We are proud Australians but inside our personality and blood is still Russian," Ms Tszyu said. 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Inoue was first on the scales and came in at 69.68kg, while Tszyu tipped them at 69.52kg. But he doesnt think ring rust will be a problem. But the local judges acknowledged Tszyu's overall domination to score the fight 114-113, 116-111, 115-112 in the Australian's favour. Tszyu will instead fight Tony Harrison in Sydney on March 12 for the interim WBO super-welterweight belt. "It'll be good to see my dad; he'll be at the fight, it's a big one," Tszyu said. But Tszyu said that Kostya, a former unified light-middleweight world champion, is stuck in Russia caring for his ailing half sister. Do 4 rounds of this Tszyu-inspired workout, taking 2 minutes rest between rounds. "That's a good feeling when he thinks he's in with a basic boxer," Tszyu said. Tszyu, who is scheduled to take on fellow local Michael Zerafa on July 7 in Newcastle, is aiming to be the mandatory challenger for the winner of Charlo-Castano. They now have two children, Aleksandr and Viktoria, and live in an unassuming apartment on the outskirts of Moscow while running a successful restaurant. Right on right. After suffering a first round knockdown, Tszyu recovered and dominated from the 2nd round to win convincingly by unanimous decision, 114-113, 116-111 and 115-112. A star was born and Tszyus professional and personal life moved at a rapid pace. 01 Mar 2023 05:25:09 For the latest information, searchABC Emergency, For the latestweather warnings in the Northern Territory, search onABC Emergency. About 4 years later, he had switched to soccer and was selected to play for multiple local representative teams. "Right now I'm just itching. Your digital subscription includes access to content from all our websites in your region. Tszyu has no doubts he will get his shot at Charlo, whose only ever defeat came against Harrison in December, 2018. Proposal at Tim Tszyu's blockbuster fight goes HORRIBLY wrong - but she STILL says yes. Natalia left her job as a hairdresser earning a few roubles a week and joined Kostya on a. two-day train trip to Moscow before a 24-hour flight to Sydney. Weve got great ability here, weve got great talent here and were here to shock the world.. The Sydneysider's hard-earned victory leaves him on track for a world-title shot at the winner of the May 14 unified rematch between American Jermell Charlo and Argentina's Brian Castano. [It] couldn't be any better," he said. This biographical article related to an Australian boxer is a stub. "I'll be watching and I'm coming for the two boys. 19. Nikolay Storonsky, founder and CEO of Revolut. 2/ Do 50 push-ups (as many sets as it takes) 3/ Shadowbox for 90 seconds, throwing jabs, hooks, crosses and uppercuts while dancing and weaving. Tough talk on the threat posed by the Chinese Communist Party. WebWhy Tszyu Brothers Aren't Allowed To Spar Anymore 71,012 views Feb 24, 2022 Nikita Tszyu after a 8 year break is about to make his pro debut on Wednesday the 2nd March. "There's plenty of bones to break as well.". We may call this a strategic competition, but [] We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the First Australians and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we live, learn, and work. Asked about the evening since, Tszyu has described the presence of his old man as both chaotic and out of control, adding: Dads a control freak, so its hard for him to watch someone he loves fight in the ring.. Read our Privacy Policy. Boxing pound-for-pound rankings: Bivol keeps winning and moving up; Haney earns top 10 spot, A megafight is set: Here's what's at stake when Gervonta Davis faces Ryan Garcia in April, Gervonta Davis' arrest history: Timeline of abuse and hit-and-run charges and denials, Jake Paul vs. Tommy Fury: How to watch the fight on ESPN+ PPV. Boxing has been part of Natalia Tszyu's life for three decades. "That's what Australia's got - we've got this talk in America that we're only basic, that we lack skills and are all toughness. [15], He won the WBC-ABCO Continental light-middleweight title in his seventh bout, with a UD over Wade Ryan. Tim Tszyu (pic) won't have his famous father Kostya ringside for his title fight with Tony Harrison. The great Kostya had planned to walk Tszyu into the ring for his unified world title bout with Jermell Charlo in Las Vegas in January before the blockbuster was cancelled after the American broke his left hand in training. Jake Paul has blamed his first professional loss on a rappers notorious curse after he bet a fortune on the former YouTuber. My little sisters a little bit sick right now so I think hes looking after her at the moment, Tszyu said on Wednesday. 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Even if Kostya isnt at Sydneys Qudos Bank Arena on Sunday week, Tszyu said hed received the same old advice as usual in how to beat Harrison. "That's wrong, man. (Mark Evans/Getty Images) Kostya hasn't seen Tim fight in the flesh since he debuted against Zorran Cassady at the SCG in 2016. [8] As a soccer player, he was selected to play for multiple local representative teams[9] but his interest in the sport began to wane at the age of 13 when he temporarily relocated to Moscow with his family for a few months before returning to Sydney. (Bianca De Marchi/AAP PHOTOS) is stuck in Russia caring for his ailing half sister. The bond between mother and son is heartwarming, as the 26-year-old reveals what his mum is like before a big fight. She had to come with him, so a proposal was made and the Australian Immigration Department fast-tracked two visas. Were completely different body shapes and, as they say, you twitch it in half when youve got a body like that in front of you. Son of boxing legend Kostya Tszyu, Access unlimited content, the digital versions of our print editions - Today's Paper, as well as The Courier, The Standard and Bendigo Advertiser apps. Family is the most important thing in my life. The revelation followed on from interviews a year earlier, when the boxer said he would never again have Kostya front row for his fights given his tendency to get out of control. "I dug deep. The 23 year old was an outstanding amateur before walking away from The fact hes not here doesnt bother me. Two months later, Tszyu debuted on the undercard of Jeff Fenechs famous first defeat against Azumah Nelson, knocking out his opponent in 70 seconds. My little sisters just a little bit sick right now, so I think hes looking after her at the moment. Peter Lorimer/Getty Images "I'm a fighter and fighters fight," said Spark. Tim Tszyu's undisputed world title fight in January will also serve as a reunion with father Kostya. Again, Tszyu is playing the model husband and father. He's been back in the ring throwing punches for two months already and doctors have cleared him to return to full sparring soon. Despite her fears, Ms Tszyu beams with joy when she reflects on her son's achievements. She was six months pregnant. Kostya was inducted into boxings He attended St George Christian School and Newington College[10] throughout his teenage years and enrolled in a business degree at the University of Technology Sydney following high school graduation. The onslaught from Tszyu continued in the fifth, unleashing the power to literally have Gausha on the ropes. Gausha dropped Tszyu in the He went to further retain the 2nd of those titles in March 2021, July 2021, November 2021, and March 2022. "That's a good feeling when he thinks he's in with a basic boxer," Tszyu said. I am still busy. Bookmakers have installed Charlo as the firm favourite to unify the division. "All the way at the back, that's where he's sitting, so I can't hear him," Tim laughed. The winner will face Charlo later in the year with the opportunity to unify the super-welterweight division. [23], Retained WBO Global light-middleweight title, Rumours International, Toowoomba, Australia. Jennings is weighing up options and says Red Square will be reassessed on international travel movements and COVID recommendations. I was so busy in my career as an athlete when the first ones were born, I cant remember. The Love Island star presented boxer Fury with balloons and a huge sign on his return Kaylea Titford, who suffered from spina bifida, was found dead at her home in Newtown, Powys, in October 2020 after her parents allowed her to become morbidly obese during lockdown. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); You have entered an incorrect email address! Darcey Silva Asks Sister Stacey to Shave Her Butt to Make It 'Slap-Worthy' for Her Upcoming Date Darcey Silva is getting ready from head to toe for her first date with new suitor Cicero. Hit your opponent more than he hits you.. Tszyu appeared restless after hanging up his gloves, toying with the idea of a comeback before packing up his family and moving them to Moscow in 2008. Don't expect his dad to be in his corner though. Nikita Tszyu, younger brother of world title hope Tim and son of boxing great Kostya, is preparing to make his professional debut. I felt in control the whole time," Tszyu said. Home Rockdale, New South Wales, AUS. The kids have built their lives without their father, she told the Daily Mail. It's a life Tim Tszyu understands all too well. Tszyu has no doubts he will get his shot at Charlo, whose only ever defeat came against Harrison in December, 2018. WebAustralian boxer Tim Tszyu and his mother Natalia. Tim Tszyu has revealed Hall of Fame father Kostya is unlikely to be in his corner as initially planned for his first ever world title shot, with a family situation to keep him in Russia. Those who ordered the Tszyu-Horn fight can watch a replay until 11.59pm September 6. Tszyu and Harrison ready to fight! Meet Tim Tszyu's new opponent after Zerafa pulls out. "We're completely different body shapes and, as they say, you twitch it in half when you've got a body like that in front of you. CNN Chief Justice John Roberts pounded away on the price tag about half a trillion dollars for the Biden administrations student loan forgiveness program during oral arguments Tuesday. The sisters appeared to be loving the spotlight while flashing wide smiles and posing for a few glammed-up shots during the event. Watch undefeated Aussie superstar Tim Tszyu return to the ring for his biggest fight yet versus USAs former world champion Tony Harrison for an Interim WBO Super Welterweight title LIVE Sunday March 12. "I haven't seen him for a long time, since the pandemic [began in 2020]; it'll be good to see him and of course get a few tips.". ORDER ON MAIN EVENT ON KAYO SPORTS >. Russia-based Kostya has watched from afar as his son dismantled Jeff Horn in 2020 then pushed to mandatory challenger status on the back of a 21-0 record. In October 2017, he won the vacant WBC (World Boxing Council)ABCO (Asian Boxing Council) Continental light-middleweight title. Background: Tszyu, the son of Hall of Famer Kostya Tszyu, will be making his U.S. debut against Gausha. Thats wrong, man. I want to be with the kids.. "There's plenty of bones to break as well. The unbeaten Tszyu (21-0, 15 KOs) will take the 32-year-old Harrison (29-3-1, 21 KOs) to the deep end and not let him have any air. Sign up for our newsletter to stay up to date. Importantly, Tszyu added that his father, who remarried and returned to Russia when his boys were still young, now understood all this.