MUST WATCH – Even Tyson Was Shocked… How an Australian Boxer STOPPED the INVINCIBLE Zab Judah!
In this episode, I’m gonna show you the sickest fight and the epitome of knockout prowess by Kostya #Tszyu Alright, fight fans, buckle up because we’re diving into one of the most epic showdowns in boxing history ( #ZabJudah ), so don’t forget to smash that like button and subscribe.
In this episode, we witnessed a historic boxing match that took place on November 3, 2001, in the welterweight division, where three championship belts were on the line. The showdown featured the WBC and WBA world champion, 32-year-old Kostya Tszyu, against the IBF champion, 24-year-old Zab Judah.
Before delving into the epic fight, it’s essential to understand the background of these two warriors. Kostya Tszyu, after a devastating defeat in 1997, worked hard to reclaim his championship status. In 1998, he secured the WBC title with a victory over Diosbelys Hurtado. The year 2001 marked a triumphant period for Tszyu, including a knockout victory over Sharmba Mitchell, earning him the WBA title.
The stage was set for a unification bout against Zab Judah, who, at 24, was charismatic, undefeated, and held the IBF title. The fight was monumental, aiming to determine the undisputed world champion in the junior welterweight division—a rare occurrence in boxing history.
Leading up to the fight, both fighters faced different opponents on the same night, setting the stage for the unification bout. Judah’s impressive victory against Allan Vester increased the hype, making him the favorite.
As the rounds progressed, Tszyu strategically targeted Judah’s jaw. In the second round, Tszyu cleverly set a trap, throwing a left-right combination that caught Judah off guard. The right hand landed directly on Judah’s jaw, causing him to collapse onto the canvas.
The referee swiftly intervened, stopping the fight and declaring Tszyu the winner. However, controversy ensued as Judah vehemently protested the stoppage, leading to a chaotic post-fight scene where he confronted the referee and attempted to throw a stool.
Judah’s emotional outburst resulted in a suspension from the ring for six months and a $75,000 fine. Despite the dispute over the stoppage, Tszyu solidified his victory and etched his name in boxing history as the first undisputed world champion in nearly 30 years in the junior welterweight division.
In the aftermath, the fight generated significant attention and discussions in the press, with Tszyu emerging as the deserving winner and undisputed champion. The match will be remembered not only for its historic significance but also for the emotions and controversies that followed the explosive knockout.
