2<\/p>\n Spence will now be able to come in at 160lbs after making a final demandCredit: Getty<\/p>\n The American has now finally left to make the long journey to foreign soil, where he is hoping to make a big statement in his long-awaited latest bow.<\/p>\n However, there has already been some late drama surrounding the clash, with tensions rising between the two fighters and their camps.<\/p>\n And now things have become even more tense, with Spence making a request just 11 days out to change the catchweight from 158lbs to 160lbs.<\/p>\n It is clear the American is heavier than expected and is hoping to still make weight and ensure the fight will take place.<\/p>\n Read More In Boxing<\/p>\n Surprisingly, the request has been approved at short notice and the former welterweight champion will have a bigger buffer to tip the scales.<\/p>\n A spokesperson from No Limit Boxing confirmed to FOX<\/a> that the change has been made official, after a last-minute emergency meeting was called.<\/p>\n Tszyu had originally wanted the bout at the super-welterweight limit of 154lbs when negotiating the event.<\/p>\n But now it is unclear if the change could benefit Spence, with both set to weigh in at a career heaviest on the night.<\/p>\n Tszyu responds to late weight change<\/p>\n It was last minute drama for Tszyu, who has been criticial of Spence’s approach to the fight build-up.<\/p>\n 2<\/p>\n Tszyu agreed to the demand, but believes Spence is under-estimating himCredit: Premier Boxing Champions<\/p>\n And he believes that his rival is trying to gain back other advantages, with the partisan crowd likely to roar the local native on.<\/p>\n He told Fox Sports Australia: “Well, I took Sebastian Fundora on roughly a week\u2019s notice.<\/p>\n \u201cSo you think I\u2019m worried about a couple of pounds? No, I go for it<\/p>\n \u201cIt doesn\u2019t worry me, man. I think he\u2019s starting to realise the disadvantage that is travelling all the way down here for a fight.<\/p>\n “And so as a result, he\u2019s now trying to convince himself he has a competitive edge.<\/p>\n \u201cHe\u2019s trying to make himself feel better.\u201d <\/p>\n Spence will be hoping it will fall in his favour, and he can secure victory in his first appearance since a brutal defeat to Terence Crawford<\/a> in 2023.<\/p>\n Watch Boxing on DAZN<\/p>\n *If you click a link in this boxout, we will earn affiliate revenue<\/p>\n Sign up to DAZN<\/a> to access the definitive subscription for boxing fans.<\/p>\n Upgrade to DAZN Ultimate<\/a> from just \u00a324.99\/month, guaranteeing access to 185+ fights annually, a minimum of 12 pay-per-views at no extra cost, as well as every Lega Serie A match and other elite football access.<\/p>\n Alternatively, DAZN Standard<\/a> is just \u00a315.99\/month, with the caveat you will have to pay for pay-per-view events.<\/p>\n![\"Errol](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/GettyImages-1579837725.jpg\")
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