Tim Tszyu is not interested in exchanging insults with Errol Spence Jr. to be traded before their July 25 clash in Sydney, Australia.
The former WBO junior middleweight champion was asked about recent comments from Spence, who described him as disrespectful during a podcast appearance. Tszyu brushed aside the criticism and made it clear that her focus remains on what happens when they step into the ring.
“No, that’s right. He talks it up and whatever. It is what it is. I don’t get into that type of slap anymore, you know? I’m just here to cause pain,” Tszyu told Jai McAllister Boxing.
Tszyu said earlier in the interview that he believes he is at his best when distractions are removed, and his attention is entirely focused on boxing.
“The version? Just happy, happy. And when I’m happy, I think that’s the most dangerous part. You know, when you’re just focused on what you have to do and you don’t have this other stuff coming around you,” Tszyu said.
He was also asked about comments from Shakur Stevenson, who recently said he hopes Spence beats him. Tszyu had a brief response for the undefeated lightweight champion.
“That’s another one, another hater. What can you say? I actually like Shakur Stevenson, but I rate Tank Davis better. So yeah, just do it,” Tim says.
The bout will be contested at a catchweight of 158 pounds. Jermall Charlo vs. Koen Mazoudier and Liam Wilson vs. Stephen Fulton are also scheduled for the card.
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Last updated on 06/20/2026 at 03:29
