Kim Kardashian Roped In to Prove a Point Amid Canelo Alvarez, Floyd Mayweather, Ryan Garcia, and Other Boxing Fiasco

To many, it might appear that boxing is going through too much. Perhaps too much without the ring than within. Much like his father, the great Kosta Tszyu, Tim Tszyu exudes that same relaxed, carefree demeanor. More so, he comes from a land known for its easy-going way of life. Probably, that could be the reason why the former light middleweight champion finds the current goings-on in the sport a bit too chaotic, even for his taste.

So much so that he took to his X/Twitter handle, pointing out how the happenings often remind him of some of the reality television shows such as ‘The Kardashians’. It didn’t take long before some of the followers rushed him to remind him that times had changed.

Tim Tszyu: Time for Soul Searching

“So much drama in boxing these days. It’s like one of those reality tv shows. Kardashians or some sh*t …” said ‘The Soul Taker’. Probably he had been hinting at the stream of controversies that boxing has been witnessing for the last couple of weeks. There is the much-talked-about case of Ryan Garcia‘s alleged failure to clear drug tests.

Then there are two instances of bad blood between boxers and their former promoters spilling out in the open. Just when fans and followers were coming to terms with Gervonta Davis (now Abdul Wahid) and Floyd Mayweather Jr.‘s online spat, they received another shocker when Canelo Alvarez and Oscar De La Hoya went at each other in a press conference.

Now, increasing reports suggest that De La Hoya has filed a defamation case against his former charge. So all in all, it is the happenings outside the ring that have kept the fans busy, rather than your mundane fights.

Boxing in the Modern Era: Reflections

Most of those who responded back to Tim Tszyu’s message seem to agree with what he mentioned. But it was interesting to see how some viewed the incidents as fairly normal. The sign of the times, which kept boxing relevant; was a talking point even among casual followers.

For instance, this user told Tim Tszyu not to lose focus on his own goals instead of meddling in others’ problems.

Then this one highlighted how a certain section does enjoy all the antics that are played out of the arena rather than the action that takes place inside the ring.

Taking a dig at the current lot of athletes, this follower seems to believe that with most of the boxers from the current generation lacking in toughness, incidents like the ones occurring nowadays shouldn’t surprise anyone.

Then the next user appears to lament why more boxers don’t follow the example set by boxers like Tim Tszyu. They imagine the former champion more in the 1980s fighting some of the greats.

This user sounded a bit more practical. According to them, it’s all about money. The present era doesn’t place as much value on skills and talent as it used to be in Kosta Tszyu’s age and time. Trash talk and whining appear to be the fashion of the day.

The Australian boxer himself played out a blood-soaked opera against Sebastian Fundora during a title clash. Unfortunately, despite his bravery, Tszyu lost the fight by a split decision.

However, much to the relief of his fans, Tim Tszyu will make a comeback against Vergil Ortiz Jr. for the interim WBA light middleweight championship. The event takes place under the Terence Crawford–Israil Madrimov headliner on August 3 in Los Angeles. Brought over by His Excellency Turki Alalshikh‘s Riyadh Season, the show boasts an outstanding array of line-ups, such as Isaac Cruz‘s light welterweight title defense against Jose Valenzuela and David Morrell‘s light heavyweight debut.

What’s your take on the reactions? Do you agree with Tim Tszyu’s views on the latest hustle and bustle?