Tim Tszyu (24-0, 17 KOs) won by unanimous decision. Brian Mendoza (22-3, 16 KOs) in the main event of the evening in Broadbeach, Australia. Thus, Tszyu defended his WBO world champion title in the second welterweight division.
After twelve rounds, the judges gave Tszyu the victory with scores of 117-111, 116-112 and 116-111. The 28-year-old Australian quickly took control of the fight, forcing his opponent to defend himself. Tszyu landed strong punches at mid-range, and Mendoza relied on counterattacks.
In the seventh round, the American was seriously unsteady on his feet after a combination of blows that ended with an uppercut. Mendoza was somewhat on the edge and fought for survival, but ultimately went the entire distance. For Tszyu this was already the third victory this year.
