Welter Chaos: Spence-Tszyu Jul25 on DAZN/Prime; Spence changes trainers, pinpoints flaw in Tszyu's style; Crawford-Boots $300M; Garcia-Benn officially finalized for Sept 12 on Paramount+; Ennis-Zayas concluded; Teofimo moves up to challenge Romero Aug 22; Derrick James clarifies Spence's Crawford camp; PBC/DAZN deal; Benn-Garcia feud heats up; Zuffa reality check
Key Questions
When and where is the Errol Spence vs Tim Tszyu fight?
The Spence-Tszyu fight is confirmed for July 25 on DAZN and Prime Video at a 158-pound catchweight. Spence no-showed a satellite interview while Tszyu vowed to target his damaged left eye.
Why did Errol Spence change trainers for the Tszyu fight?
Spence switched trainers ahead of his comeback and now highlights a flaw in Tszyu's aggressive style, crediting new trainer Fenech. The bout is set for July 25.
What is the status of the Terence Crawford vs Boots fight?
Talks continue for a potential $300 million superfight between Crawford and Boots. No official date has been announced yet.
When is the Ryan Garcia vs Conor Benn fight and on what platform?
Garcia will defend his WBC welterweight title against Benn on September 12 on Paramount+ with DAZN as subcontractor. The matchup was officially finalized and features pre-fight theater from Garcia.
What did Derrick James say about Errol Spence's preparation for Crawford?
James explained the lack of sparring was due to a rib injury and a call from Spence's father. This clarification came after the Crawford fight.
What is the new PBC and DAZN agreement?
PBC and DAZN have entered a major global broadcast deal that adds Premier Boxing Champions events to the DAZN portfolio. Gary Antuanne Russell is slated for a fall PBC on DAZN card.
What weight class move is Teofimo Lopez making?
Teofimo Lopez is moving up to welterweight to challenge Rolly Romero for the WBA title on August 22. This follows his recent loss to Shakur Stevenson.
How does the Garcia-Benn fight affect Zuffa Boxing?
The cross-promotional nature of Garcia vs Benn serves as a reality check for Zuffa Boxing's self-contained model. It requires working with PBC, Golden Boy, and DAZN.
Spence-Tszyu Jul25 on DAZN/Prime confirmed; Spence no-shows satellite interview, Tszyu vows to target damaged left eye; Spence changes trainers for this comeback. Spence now pinpoints a flaw in Tszyu's style, noting his aggression and new trainer Fenech; fight at 158 catchweight. Derrick James finally explains Spence's lack of sparring before Crawford fight — rib injury, father's call. PBC and DAZN join forces in a major broadcast deal. Crawford-Boots $300M superfight talks. Garcia-Benn officially finalized for Sept 12 on Paramount+ (DAZN as subcontractor) — Garcia defends WBC welterweight title, Benn gets his shot. Ennis-Zayas unification concluded. Teofimo Lopez moves to welterweight to challenge Rolly Romero for WBA title on Aug 22. Gary Antuanne Russell set for fall PBC on DAZN card. Garcia's pre-fight antics (refusing tape study, telling fans to bet against him) add theater. The Garcia-Benn fight also serves as a reality check for Zuffa Boxing's self-contained model, as it forces cross-promotion with PBC/Golden Boy/DAZN.