Spence Jr and Tszyu headline Sydney boxing card amid DAZN subscription shift
Former welterweight champion Errol Spence Jr faces Australian Tim Tszyu in a middleweight bout at the Afterpay Arena, with DAZN introducing a new annual subscription tier for access.
Errol Spence Jr is set to return to professional boxing after a three-year absence, facing Australian Tim Tszyu in a middleweight contest at the Afterpay Arena in Sydney. The bout is scheduled for Saturday, 25 July 2026, marking a significant return for the former welterweight champion as he competes in a new weight class against a local favourite.
The event will feature a comprehensive fight card, including Anthony Joshua against Kristian Prenga, Stephen Fulton versus Liam Wilson in a super-featherweight matchup, and Ivan Actis taking on Callum Peters in the middleweight division. Preliminary bouts are scheduled to commence at 1 p.m. ET, with main ringwalks set for 6 p.m. ET.
Broadcasting rights for the event are held by DAZN, Prime Video, and PPV.com. The standalone pay-per-view price for the Spence Jr versus Tszyu fight is listed at $79.99, aligning with typical market rates for high-profile boxing events which often range between $50 and $80.
In response to consumer pricing, DAZN has introduced a new subscription tier known as DAZN Ultimate. Priced at $49.99 per month with an annual commitment, this plan includes access to at least 12 pay-per-view fights per year, encompassing the upcoming Sydney bout. The platform notes that it broadcasts over 185 fights annually, alongside mixed martial arts, PFL, BKFC, and Misfits crossover boxing.
The structural shift in subscription models highlights the evolving economics of combat sports broadcasting. While the standalone cost remains high, the new tier offers a consolidated access point for viewers intending to watch multiple major events throughout the year, potentially reducing the per-event cost for dedicated fans.
