Hall of Famer Kostya Tszyu and son Tim are on their way to becoming one of the most accomplished father and son couples in boxing history.
In fact, they could be at number 1 on the list. It all depends on how the undefeated young Tszyu does the rest of his career, starting with his US debut against Terrell Gausha on Saturday night at The Armory in Minneapolis (Showtime).
The real competition isn’t particularly stiff even though the modern boxing era is well over a century old. That’s because only one duo – father-son or father-daughter – can boast that both mom and dad are truly amazing.
Tim Tszyu (20-0, 15 KOs) definitely likes the idea of him and his pop music together making history.
“I’m disappointed by that,” he told Boxing Junkie. “It would be a lifelong goal if it could be achieved. I’ll be happy. “
Here are 10 duels that the Tszyus are competing against (in descending order).
Combined record: 77-7-2 (46 KOs)
The jury still did not disqualify Chris Eubank Jr., nor did his famous son Conor Benn. However, we feel Junior has done just enough to make this list along with his more accomplished father. Some people believe that the high level (45-5-2, 23 KO) has a Hall of Fame certificate. The London native, who can punch, punch and shoot well, is a two-tournament champion who already has wins and draws against rival Nigel Benn, another potential Hall of Famer, and successes. other importance. Junior (32-2, 23 KOs) has failed in competitive bouts with Billy Joe Saunders and George Groves but has recently beaten James Degale and seems to be reaching his peak now. The Eubanks can climb this list depending on how Junior moves up.
Combined record: 51-6-1 (35 KOs)
Elder Frazier is widely regarded as one of the all-time strong contenders. Smokin’ Joe (32-4-1, 27 KOs) is a slick, intertwined, left-spinning fighting machine that is Muhammad Ali’s arch-rival and has taken home a massive winning streak. Marvis (19-2, 8 KOs)? Well, he’s not as bad as some might believe. He has natural abilities and a solid amateur background, which prepares him for his professional career. The problem, according to some, was that he was in a hurry during his 1983 meeting with Larry Holmes – when he was 11 years old.order fight – and was stopped in the first round, which ruined him. He had some good performances, including wins over James Tillis, Jose Ribalta and Bonecrusher Smith, followed by a loss to Holmes but then lasted only 30 to Mike Tyson and lacked.
Combined record: 78-6-1 (44 KOs)
We don’t need to argue about Floyd Mayweather Jr. (50-0.27 KOs) here. Most observers agree that he is one of the greatest boxers of his generation and the greatest of all time. He will be inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in June. Senior (28-6-1, 17 KOs) is less celebrated, at least for what he did in the ring between the 1970s and 1980s. He was a fine fighter, by all accounts. Aspects. He lost his biggest fight – score 10order-About KO against Sugar Ray Leonard and two decisions against Marlon Starling – but he’s a nimble, skilful boxer and a legit opponent. Leonard, first, praised senior Mayweather’s ability even after knocking him down. And, as Senior pointed out, he was wounded in the hand early in that battle.
Combined record: 84-14-5 (56 KOs)
Espadases are father and son smashers – and world champions – from Mexico. 5-foot tall Espadas (39-6-5, 28 KOs) won the WBA flyweight belt by stopping the undefeated Alfonso Lopez in match 13order circle and make four successful defenses, of which there are 13 other timesorder-round KO of Lopez. His subsequent second-round knock-out loss to Chan Hee Park – in which Park knocked once and Espadas twice – was a prime example and prime example of the Espadas’ fighting spirit. Junior (45-8, 28 KOs) is also a fighter. He made two appearances against Hall of Famer Erik Morales but had wins over respected Luisito Espinoza (to claim the vacant WBC featherweight title) and Bones Adams. Both Espadases have had impressive careers.
Combined record: 160-12-3 (119 KOs)
Like the young Floyd Mayweather, we don’t need to say much about Julio Cesar Chavez Sr. He was one of the greatest people to ever raise them. Junior is another story. He is known as much for his mistakes as for anything he has achieved in the ring. With that said, we have to admit that he was born with some abilities and an iron chin. And, yes, he had his moments as a professional boxer. He took the WBC middleweight belt from Sebastian Zbik and then had his best run, successfully defending against Peter Manfredo, Marco Antonio Rubio and Andy Lee. He lost the title to Sergio Martinez but almost knocked the Argentinian goalkeeper in the final round. He didn’t do much after that but he made his mark. This father-son duo is formidable.
Combined record: 82-16-3 (61 KOs)
Both father and son were the best in their respective divisions at their respective heights. Senior (56-9-2, 41 KOs) is an active, powerful boxer who has won major titles in three weight classes. His most important win was a split decider against Hall of Famer Orlando Canizalez which was still formidable in 1995 but he had other important wins and some disappointing losses. Some historians consider him an underdog. Junior (26-7-1, 20 KOs) didn’t finish brilliantly but he won a major title and consistently competed in a 122-pound heavyweight division for many years. He was unsuccessful in gaining weight but he is remembered as a good boxer. Puerto Rican fans should be proud of their hometown kids.
Combined record: 75-17-3 (39 KOs)
This couple can be number 1 in different circumstances. Ray (29-5, 23 KOs) took the WBA lightweight belt from Arturo Frias in a stunning knockout in 1982 and eventually landed in the Hall of Fame. The fighter was also one of the most popular martial artists of his time. Lenny is probably the better fighter of the two. He was the leading lightweight contender just before the United States entered World War II, when there was only one champion and the talent was deep. Lenny has fought on par with champions like Sammy Angott and Marty Servo, which says a lot about his abilities. Alas, before he could fight for the title, he went to war, wounded and never the same. He is one of the saddest stories of the boxing world, even though he got to see his son become a champion.
Combined record: 80-5 (58 KOs)
Obviously we do not need to discuss Muhammad Ali in depth. He is the greatest. And, as it all turned out, Laila is said to have become the greatest female boxer of all time. Muhammad (56-5, 37 KOs) is a perfect storm. He has natural gifts from the other world, he fought during the heyday of heavyweights, and he has a larger-than-life personality. And, of course, he delivered within. It was a difficult move for Laila (24-0, 21 KOs) to follow but she succeeded brilliantly. The elite group of female super-middleweights in her time wasn’t deep but she beat everyone before her, including fellow Hall of Famer Christy Martin. She is a chip off the old block if any.
Combined record: 118-16-3 (83 KOs)
Floyd Paterson (55-8-1, 40 KOs) is a boxing legend. He won the middleweight gold medal at the 1952 Olympics and became the youngest heavyweight champion to that point, although he began his professional career at what today would be. a super middle class. He beat the great Archie Moore to the vacant title in 1956. He went on to have a series of three classic fights with Ingemar Johansson, winning the second two. His title race ended when he clashed with fearsome Sonny Liston but he earned a spot in the Hall of Fame. Tracy (63-8-2, 43 KOs), Floyd’s adopted son, is an entertainment fighter who has won titles in two tournaments. He won 1-0-1 in two games against Daniel Zaragoza in the Hall of Famer, which tells you about his ability.
Combined record: 65-25-3 (25 KOs)
Some will find this choice strange since neither Spinks is a great fighter. They landed here because Leon did some great things and Cory is a great boxer. Leon (26-17-3, 14 KOs) won the light heavyweight gold medal at the 1976 Olympics, the Olympics in which Sugar Ray Leonard played. And he beat 36-year-old Muhammad Ali for the heavyweight belt in his eighth professional bout, one of the great feats in boxing history. Cory (39-8, 11 KOs) is famous as the welterweight champion and has since held the junior middleweight belt. He defeated a series of notable boxers, including Jorge Vaca, Rafael Pineda, Ricardo Mayorga, Zab Judah and Miguel Angel Gonzalez. He’s super fast, super athletic and super dexterous. Throw in the Hall of Famer Michael Spinks, brother of Leon, and the Spinkses compete with the Mayweathers as the first boxing family.
