Australia’s Tim Tszyu has been sensationally withdrawn from his world title blockbuster against Vergil Ortiz Jnr.
No Limit CEO George Rose has confirmed the highly anticipated WBA super welterweight interim world title showdown between former WBO champion Tim Tszyu and knockout perfectionist Ortiz — scheduled for Saturday, August 3 at BMO Stadium in Los Angeles, California (Sunday, August 4 in Australia) – has been cancelled due to ongoing complications from his world title loss to Sebastian Fundora.
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Rose said medical advice provided to Team Tszyu suggested the fighter take additional time for his head wound to heal.
“We are bitterly disappointed with the set back and Tim is extremely frustrated after a great Pre-camp with Kostya,” he said.
“He showed everyone that he’ll fight through anything against Fundora but this decision was taken out of his hands to be honest. Ultimately, it was his body and medical professionals telling him he wasn’t ready yet.”