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.
MORE: Full Tszyu vs. Ocampo undercard
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 35-2 Mexican star in a bid to prove his dominance inside the ring once again.
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Tim Tszyu vs. Carlos Ocampo start time?
- Date: Saturday, June 17 | Sunday, June 18
- Main card: 10 p.m. ET | 7 p.m. PT | 3 a.m. BST | 12 p.m. AEST
- Main event: 12 a.m. ET | 9 p.m. PT | 5 a.m. BST | 2 p.m. AEST (approx.)
Tim Tszyu vs. Carlos Ocampo takes place on Saturday, June 17. The main card starts at 10 p.m. ET | 7 p.m. PT | 3 a.m. BST | 12 p.m. AEST. Tszyu and Ocampo should make their way to the ring around 12 a.m. ET | 9 p.m. PT | 5 a.m. BST | 2 p.m. AEST, depending on how long the undercard fights last.
The first fight of the day is due to begin at 10am AEST.
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 will go on sale from 2pm AEST on Wednesday, May 10th.
How to watch Tszyu vs. Ocampo
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Country |
Date |
Channel + Live Stream (main card) |
| Australia | Sun. June 18 | Prelims: Fox Sports 3 (Ch. 503) & Kayo Main card (from midday): Main Event & Kayo (PPV) |
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United States |
Sat. June 17 |
Showtime |
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United Kingdom |
Sun. June 18 |
TBA |
Tszyu vs. Ocampo fight card
Bouts and order subject to change
- Tim Tszyu vs. Carlos Ocampo; for Tszyu's WBO interim super-welterweight title
- Sam Goodman vs. Ra'eese Aleem; super-bantamweight
- Justin Frost vs. Hassan Hamdan; super-lightweight
- Rocky Ogden vs. Mark Schleibs; featherweight
- Vegas Larfield vs. Jhunrille Castino; super-bantamweight
- Troy Pilcher vs. Hasely Hepi; heavyweight
- Liam Talivaa vs. Isaac Liki; heavyweight
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 nuanimous decision, and in 2021 he fought three times, defeating Takeshi Inoue (UD), Steve Spark (TKO), and Dennis Hogan (TKO).
Tszyu vs Ocampo betting odds
Per Caesars, Tim Tszyu is the -900 favorite, while Carlos Ocampo is the +500 underdog.
Per Palmerbet, Tim Tszyu is the $1.12 favorite, while Carlos Ocampo is the $7 underdog.
In Canada, per Sports Interaction, Tim Tszyu is the -1000 favorite, while Carlos Ocampo is the +500 underdog.
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: 5'10.5" (179cm)
- Reach: 73 inches (185cm)
- Total fights: 37
- Record: 35-2 with 23 wins via knockout