After taking down Tony Harrison in a dominant fashion, Tim Tszyu will look to remain active when he takes on Carlos Ocampo on the Gold Coast in June.
The 28-year-old was originally scheduled to face Charlo for the title in January, however after the champion was ruled out due to injury, Tszyu opted to risk his chance in order to face off against Harrison.
But after obliterating Harrison, Tszyu firmed up his position as the number one contender, and still awaits his shot at undisputed status.
But with more setbacks in the Charlo camp, the Aussie superstar has opted to take on a new challenge and out his IBO interim world title up for grabs.
Here’s everything you need to know about the fight.
When is Tszyu vs Ocampo?
Tim Tszyu will defend his newly-won IBO interim super-welterweight title against Carlos Ocampo on June 18th in Gold Coast, Australia.
The 28-year-old is opting to stay active, despite remaining the No.1 contender to the undisputed king of the division, Jermell Charlo.
Charlo missed the scheduled bout in January due to injury, but speaking during the Showtime broadcast of Tsyu’s fight with Harrison, he is targeting a return by ‘late summer’ in America.
Charlo last fought in May, 2022, when he ran it back with Brian Castana and won KO. Since then, he broke he his hand in two places, removing an chance of his scheduled January 28 original fight date with Tszyu.
“The bloke hasn’t fought for 12 months,” Tszyu told Main Event.
“How long can you keep postponing a fight?”
Tszyu will now face the 34-2 Mexican star in a bid to prove his dominance inside the ring once again.
Tszyu vs. Ocampo start time
There is no confirmed start time for Tim Tszyu vs Carlos Ocampo.
Where will Tszyu vs Ocampo take place?
Tszyu will square off with Ocampo on June 18th at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre in Broadbeach, Queensland.
This will be Tszyu’s first fight in the sunshine state since defeating Jeff Horn in 2020.
Tszyu vs. Ocampo tickets
Tickets are currently not on sale for Tim Tszyu’s fight with Carlos Ocampo.
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It has not yet been announced where Tim Tszyu will fight Jermell Charlo.
Tszyu vs. Ocampo fight card
The fight card for Tim Tszyu’s fight with Carlos Ocampo is yet to be announced.
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Who will win?
While there are no official betting odds, Tszyu will likely enter the bout as the favourite following his dominant victory over Harrison earlier this year.
With a 22-0 record inside the ring and a massive bout with Charlo on the horizon, the Aussie star will be looking to further cement his legacy.
Tim Tszyu’s past fights
Tim Tszyu’s last fight was against American Tony Harrison, who is the only boxer to have defeated Jermell Charlo.
Tszyu took Harrison down in the ninth round and was dominant throughout the fight.
In 2022, Tszyu made his USA debut, beating Terrell Guasha by Unanimous Decision, and in 2021 he fought three times, defeating Takeshi Inoue (UD), Steve Spark (TKO), and Dennis Hogan (TKO).
Tszyu vs Ocampo betting odds
There are currently no betting odds for Tim Tszyu vs Carlos Ocampo.
Tim Tszyu career record and bio
- Nationality: Australian
- Born: November 2, 1994
- Height: 5’8″ 1/2 (174cm)
- Reach: 72 inches (183cm)
- Total fights: 21
- Record: 22-0 with 15 wins via knockout
Carlos Ocampo career record and bio
- Nationality: Mexican
- Born: May 9, 1995
- Height: 6’10.5″ (179cm)
- Reach: 73 inches (185cm)
- Total fights: 37
- Record: 34-2 with 22 wins via knockout