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Tim Tszyu to land world title shot against boxing’s oldest champion after Spence win

is reportedly set to enter a major title fight next month, bidding to become a two-division world champion at 160lbs. The Australian has decided to remain at middleweight following his last outing, against Errol Spence Jr, which resulted in a…

Published: Monday, 12 October 2026 at 7:20 AM
Tim Tszyu to land world title shot against boxing’s oldest champion after Spence win
Key Things to Know
  • Tim Tszyu is reportedly set to challenge WBA middleweight champion Erislandy Lara in late November.
  • The 43-year-old Cuban fighter Lara is currently the oldest reigning world champion in boxing.
  • Tszyu chose to stay at 160 pounds after securing a unanimous decision win over Errol Spence Jr in July.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Tim Tszyu is reportedly set to fight WBA middleweight champion Erislandy Lara in late November in Australia. The 31-year-old Australian is aiming to become a two-division world champion at 160 pounds following his unanimous decision victory over Errol Spence Jr in July, which sent Spence into retirement.

Lara, who is boxing's oldest reigning world champion at 43 years old, last defended his title in December against Johan Gonzalez. Additionally, Jermell Charlo is reportedly scheduled to return from a multi-year layoff to fight on the undercard.

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