The latest episode of our brand new podcast, More than Footy, presented by Bing Lee is now LIVE!

‘More than Footy’ features guests connected to the red and white family who open up about their life and love of the game. The show illustrates that the reach of footy extends well beyond the game on the field.​

This week ‘More than Footy’ is hosted by Sydney Swans Head of Media Tom Chadwick and Communications Manager Hayley Falkiner speak to Australian super welterweight champion Nikita Tszyu, son of former world champion Kostya Tszyu, and younger brother of Tim.

Ahead of his title defence fight on Wednesday night, Nikita reveals what his preparations look like, the influence his famous father had on his journey into the professional ring, and how his nickname ‘The Butcher’ came about.

Listen to the episode below.

KEY TIMES
4:25 The influence Nikita’s father Kostya Tszyu has had on his boxing career
5:30 What Nikita’s preparations look like ahead of his title defence
8:55 Nikita’s love of a Bonsai tree
10:00 How Nikita’s nickname ‘The Butcher’ came about

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More than Footy - Nikita Tszyu - Episode Five

This week’s episode of ‘More than Footy’, presented by Bing Lee features Australian super welterweight champion Nikita Tszyu, son of former world champion Kostya Tszyu, and younger brother of Tim. Ahead of his title defence fight on Wednesday night, Nikita reveals what his preparations look like, the influence his famous father had on his journey into the professional ring, and how his nickname ‘The Butcher’ came about.

Catch up on all the episodes below.