1. Nikita Tszyu Returns Amid an Unusual Build-up
Nikita Tszyu, undefeated at 10–0 and younger brother of Tim Tszyu, makes his return tonight at Sydney’s ICC Exhibition Centre. The super-welterweight bout pits him against fellow unbeaten fighter Lulzim Ismaili (12–0). What’s grabbing headlines isn’t just the match—but the bizarre pre-fight regimen: Tszyu revealed he’s been consuming capsules of his wife’s placenta and her breast milk, claiming it gives him “a crazy amount of energy.” He joked that he’s “technically become a cannibal.” The undercard also features notable fighters like Michael Zerafa, Brock Jarvis, and debutant Ashleigh Heal.
2. Julio César Chávez Jr.: Deported and Detained
Former WBC middleweight champion Julio César Chávez Jr., 39, has been deported from the U.S. and is now incarcerated in a high-security prison in Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico. He was transferred after spending 46 days in U.S. custody, facing allegations of drug trafficking, arms smuggling, and ties to the Sinaloa Cartel. Mexican authorities continue their investigation, and Chavez’s legal future remains uncertain.
3. Usyk’s Camp Addresses Opponent Speculation
Following his knockout win over Daniel Dubois, Oleksandr Usyk’s team has responded to speculation about a fight with Moses Itauma. However, Usyk must first fulfil a mandatory WBO title defense against Joseph Parker and is seeking a negotiation extension due to injury and recovery needs. Meanwhile, Tyson Fury praised Itauma’s potential, calling him a threat to older heavyweights like Usyk.
4. Francis Ngannou Eyes Wilder Showdown
Former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou is gearing up for a boxing comeback, targeting a potential showdown with Deontay Wilder before year-end. Ngannou, with a current MMA record of 18–3 and an 0–2 boxing record, is in early negotiations. Wilder, recently back on track after consecutive losses, is seen as a fitting opponent under hybrid MMA-boxing rules.
5. Lucas Browne Joins Bare-Knuckle Ranks
Ex-WBA heavyweight champ Lucas Browne, now 46, has signed a multi-fight deal with bare-knuckle boxing promoter BKB. Despite being on a three-fight losing streak in traditional boxing, Browne is calling this move his “second coming.” Notable names like Paulie Malignaggi and various ex-UFC fighters are also joining BKB, with the next event scheduled for September 6 in Bristol.
6. Tyson Fury Teases “Biggest Announcement of the Year”
Tyson Fury has stirred the boxing world once more after hinting at a major announcement—despite previously declaring his retirement multiple times. A potential £300 million mega-fight with Anthony Joshua is speculated, but Fury remains cryptic. He acknowledged missing boxing and may return once filming on his Netflix series wraps up.
Quick Summary Table
| Event/Person | Major Development |
|---|---|
| Nikita Tszyu | Returns tonight with a wild pre-fight regimen |
| Julio César Chávez Jr. | Deported and detained in high-security facility |
| Oleksandr Usyk | Considering opponent; recovery pause for Parker defense |
| Francis Ngannou | Aims for boxing bout with Wilder in 2025 |
| Lucas Browne | Shifts to bare-knuckle; signs with BKB |
| Tyson Fury | Hints at epic comeback fight or announcement |
