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Nikita Tszyu vs Ben Mahoney Tips & Preview - Tszyu to win by KO and secure world title fight

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Last updated: Tue 25 Aug 2026 12:24

Nikita Tszyu and Ben Mahoney will compete in a high-stakes world super-welterweight title eliminator at the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre. Tszyu, known for his technical skill and knockout power, is favored to win against undefeated Mahoney and move closer to a world title shot, continuing his family's boxing legacy. The main card begins at 19:00 AEST, with the headline bout expected around 22:00 AEST. The full undercard features numerous promising bouts, making this a must-watch boxing event.

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  • Nikita Tszyu is expected to win against unbeaten Ben Mahoney in a title eliminator
  • Tszyu's knockout power and technique could secure him a world title shot
  • Main event scheduled for 22:00 AEST, plus a stacked undercard
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Nikita Tszyu and Benny Mahoney face off (Getty Images)

Nikita Tszyu vs Ben Mahoney Preview


Nikita Tszyu and Ben Mahoney go head-to-head in a world super-welterweight title eliminator and it is the former who is backed to win emphatically at the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre.

Mahoney has not lost in 18 outings but this is his biggest task and I'm backing Tszyu to remain on course for a world title shot as he attempts to follow in the footsteps of father Kostya and brother Tim.

What Time Is Nikita Tszyu vs Ben Mahoney?


The main card for Nikita Tszyu vs Ben Mahoney is scheduled to get underway 19:00 AEST.

Tszyu and Mahoney are not expected to make their ringwalks until approximately 22:00 AEST.

Who Is Fighting On The Nikita Tszyu vs Ben Mahoney Card?


  • Nikita Tszyu vs Ben Mahoney
  • Callum Peters vs Blake Wells
  • Kirra Ruston vs Saundre Simmons
  • Koen Mazoudier vs Sam Beck
  • Brandon Grach vs Ike Pluto
  • Rahim Mundine vs Jae Larsen
  • Max Reeves vs Oliver Firth
  • Callum Young vs Octavio Soares
  • Lousie Creavan vs Thanchanok Phanan
  • Luke Williams vs Prem Rungtiwa

Verdict

Nikita Tszyu combines crisp technique with fight-finishing power, boasting 10 knockout wins in 13 professional outings.

That combination can lead him to further success against Ben Mahoney, as he secures a world title fight in emphatic fashion

Best Bet1: Tszyu by KO/TKO Method Of Victory $1.95 at Neds - 4 Units
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