Tim Tszyu to Face Erislandy Lara for a World Title in a New Weight Division

Australian boxer Tim Tszyu is set to face Cuban fighter Erislandy Lara, the WBA middleweight champion.

The news was reported with reference to the “No Limit Boxing” promotional company. The exact date and venue of the fight will be announced later in an official statement, although the bout is expected to take place in Australia.

Tim Tszyu (31) is the son of former undisputed world champion Kostya Tszyu. He has recorded 28 wins and 3 losses as a professional. Tszyu held the WBO title at junior middleweight in 2023–2024, and this fight will give him an opportunity to win a title in a new weight division.

Erislandy Lara (43) is currently the youngest boxer holding a world championship title. The Cuban fighter has remained unbeaten since 2019 and has recorded 7 consecutive victories over the past 10 years. His overall professional record stands at 32 wins, 3 losses, and 3 draws.