Errol Spence Jr. is preparing to return to the ring after almost three years, planning his debut at 154 pounds against former WBO junior middleweight champion Tim Tszyu. This fight marks Spence’s much-anticipated Errol Spence Jr comeback, signaling the end of his extended absence from the sport.
Scheduled Fight in Australia Expected to Draw Major Attention
The bout between Spence and Tszyu is expected to take place in Australia this June, most likely on June 6 or June 13, though the exact venue has yet to be announced. According to reports from ESPN and veteran journalist Dan Rafael, the event will headline a PBC on Prime Video pay-per-view show, promising substantial viewership and media coverage.
Background on Spence’s Previous Bout and Hiatus
Spence (28-1, 22 KOs) last fought in July 2023, suffering the first loss of his professional career when he was knocked down three times and stopped in the ninth round by Terence Crawford in an undisputed welterweight title fight. Speculation about a potential match with WBC middleweight champion Sebastian Fundora never came to fruition, with Fundora opting to defend his title against Keith Thurman instead on March 28.
Tszyu’s Recent Performance and Road to the Comeback Fight
Tim Tszyu (26-3, 18 KOs) is also in a phase of recovery and reestablishing his career momentum after his 24-fight undefeated streak was broken by a split decision loss to Fundora. Since then, Tszyu has gone 2-2, defeating Anthony Velasquez and Joseph Spencer but facing stoppage losses against Bakhram Murtazaliev and Fundora.
Implications of Spence’s Return for the Boxing Landscape
Spence’s confirmed return quashes rumors that he might retire following his loss to Crawford, unlike Crawford who retired after securing his third undisputed world title. Spence’s comeback is poised to shake up the welterweight and junior middleweight divisions as fans and analysts brace for a high-stakes encounter in Australia that could shape future title fights.
“The fight would headline a PBC on Prime Video pay-per-view, according to Rafael and ESPN.” – Dan Rafael, Boxing Reporter
“Fundora will instead defend his title against former unified champion Keith Thurman on March 28.” – ESPN Report
