Blockbuster Bout Brews: Ortiz and Tszyu Set to Clash in August
(April 27, 2023 – ESPN) Boxing fans are in for a treat this summer as a highly anticipated super-welterweight showdown is reportedly in the works. According to sources, undefeated sensation Vergil Ortiz (20-0, 20 KOs) is set to take on the hard-hitting Tim Tszyu (24-1, 17 KOs) on August 3 in Los Angeles, California.
Stacked Card Announcement
The card is also expected to feature a world title bout between WBA super-welterweight champion Israil Madrimov (10-0-1, 7 KOs) and the formidable Terence Crawford (40-0, 31 KOs). This blockbuster event could take place at the BMO Stadium, which boasts a capacity of 22,000 spectators.
Ortiz’s Warm-up Fight
Before the Tszyu clash, Ortiz must first overcome the challenge of Thomas Dulorme this Saturday in a co-main event showcase alongside Jose Ramirez’s return against Rances Barthelemy in Fresno, California. Ortiz’s victory over Dulorme would pave the way for the highly anticipated showdown with Tszyu, who is still reeling from his first career loss against the towering Sebastian Fundora last month.
Crawford-Madrimov Title Fight
In other news, a press conference is scheduled for Wednesday in New York to officially announce the Crawford-Madrimov title fight. This event will mark the first American foray of Turki Alalshikh, the chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority, with the promotion being organized by the renowned Eddie Hearn of Matchroom Boxing.
Stacked Undercard
The undercard for the Crawford-Madrimov bout is also shaping up to be a must-see event, with Isaac Cruz set to defend his WBA super lightweight title against Jose Valenzuela, and heavyweight titans Jarrell Miller and Andy Ruiz Jr. set to collide.
Boxing enthusiasts are surely counting down the days until August 3, as this stacked card promises to deliver an unforgettable evening of world-class action.
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