Kostya Tszyu
Kostya Tszyu: A Boxing Legend
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Kostya Tszyu was born Kostyantin Dzhanoev on April 21, 1969, in Tbilisi, Georgia. He is commonly known as "The Russian Rock" or simply "Tszyu".
Birth and Death Dates
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Tszyu was born on April 21, 1969, and is still alive.
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Nationality: Australian (naturalized)
Profession: Professional boxer
Early Life and Background
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Kostya Tszyu immigrated to Australia with his family at the age of 5. Growing up in Sydney, he began boxing at a young age under the guidance of his father, a former Soviet boxer himself. Tszyu's early life was marked by poverty and hardship, but his determination and natural talent for boxing soon led him to prominence.
Major Accomplishments
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Held the WBA Light Welterweight title from 1995 to 2001
Defeated 28 consecutive opponents, including notable victories over Azumah Nelson and Sharmba Mitchell
* Inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2012
Notable Works or Actions
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Tszyu's impressive boxing career was marked by his technical skill, relentless pressure, and ability to adapt to different opponents. He won numerous regional and international titles throughout his career, earning him recognition as one of the greatest boxers of all time.
Impact and Legacy
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Kostya Tszyu's influence on Australian boxing is immense. His achievements paved the way for future generations of Australian boxers, including notable fighters like Danny Green and Anthony Mundine. Tszyu's dedication to his craft and his community has made him a beloved figure in Australian sports.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Tszyu is widely quoted and remembered for his inspiring story of overcoming adversity through hard work and determination. His unrelenting passion for boxing and commitment to his community have made him an icon in the world of sports.
Quotes by Kostya Tszyu
When somebody can be intimidated, I use this. Because I’m very wise person. I know how to intimidate my opponents. I know how to play tricky stuff for them.
When we go in the ring we know we’re going to get hit. We know we’re not the ballet people. But if you go in there and have doubt in your mind that you’re afraid to get hit, forget it.
It’s all about one split-second. Boxing is a funny thing. You blink your eyes and somebody says good night to you.
When we go in the ring we know we're going to get hit. We know we're not the ballet people. But if you go in there and have doubt in your mind that you're afraid to get hit, forget it.
When somebody can be intimidated, I use this. Because I'm very wise person. I know how to intimidate my opponents. I know how to play tricky stuff for them.
It's all about one split-second. Boxing is a funny thing. You blink your eyes and somebody says good night to you.
I believe I did lose the (first) round, but it was a competitive one, not one-sided. He will remember our fight for the rest of his life and he still believes that if the referee had continued the fight it would have been a different result. Yes, I was caught in the middle of the (first) round but I came back in the latter part and I was always in control of myself.
If I am not going to stay in the same weight class, will he (Hatton) be interested in coming up?