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    Former Sky Sports presenter Kate Abdo calls out Katie Price for stunning boxing fight

    KATE ABDO has opened the door to a stunning boxing fight against Katie Price. The CBS presenter – who is famed for trading blows with Jamie Carragher, Micah Richards and Thierry Henry – and former Sky Sports favourite revealed she has been offered a summertime debut in the ring by Misfits Boxing.Kate Abdo revealed she has been offered a boxing fightCredit: Instagram @kateabdoAbdo has been offered an August boutCredit: GettyKatie Price has also talked up a shock boxing matchCredit: PAPrice is no stranger to the limelightCredit: RexAnd Abdo – who is in a relationship with former heavyweight-turned trainer Malik Scott – hopes it will fit into her TV schedule. She told JNMEDIAUK: “They offered me a fight, in August.”Obviously, the football season’s hard for me, I’m travelling everywhere.”I’m never really home so I don’t get to train consistently which means I don’t get to improve consistently the way that I’d like to.READ MORE IN BOXING”But yeah, if I got to do a couple of months in camp in LA before I had to fight, yeah I’d be down.”Abdo began training when she moved to Los Angeles and regularly posts boxing videos with coach and partner Scott, who trains Deontay Wilder.It led Misfits – home to celebrity-style crossover bouts – to open talks with the Champions League presenter. But Abdo revealed no opponent has been offered. Most read in Boxing‘We need to speak to Uefa’, say CBS Sports panel as Kate Abdo and Co reveal major Champions League complaintAnd probed on who to fight, Abdo, 42, said: “Do you know what, I don’t know the influencer scene well enough.”I just haven’t watched a bunch of Misfits so I just don’t know honestly what’s a fight that makes sense.”Former glamour model and mum of five Price, 45, has long teased a Misfits Boxing fight so the bout was proposed to Abdo.And she directly responded: “Why not? Listen, I’d fight anybody. I’d fight anybody they put in front of me.”Abdo began training out in LACredit: AFP or licensorsAbdo is coached by her boyfriend Malik ScottKate Abdo with her boxer boyfriend Malik Scott More

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    Ryan Garcia spotted holding hands with stunning model just days after getting engaged to adult film star Savannah Bond

    RYAN GARCIA was spotted hanging out with model Grace Boor following his stunning victory over Devin Haney.Garcia, 25, beat Haney via majority decision on Saturday after knocking his opponent down three times at the Barclays Center in New York.Ryan Garcia was spotted holding hands with model Grace BoorCredit: The Mega AgencyGarcia and Grace were pictured enjoying the sun in MiamiCredit: The Mega AgencyGrace is a social media personality with 2.7million followers on InstagramCredit: The Mega AgencyGarcia performed push ups in front of Grace during their time togetherCredit: Instagram / @graceboorGarcia got engaged to porn star Savannah Bond before his fight with HaneyCredit: Instagram @thesavannahbondGarcia beat Devin Haney via majority decision after knocking him down three timesCredit: GettyThe American did not take home his rival’s WBC super lightweight title, though, as he weighed in 3.1lb overweight the day before the bout.Ahead of the fight, King Ry had announced his engagement to porn star Savannah Bond, who fans had hailed as the reason behind his success.Savannah – real name Kelli-Anne Oxley – has made more than 100 adult movies and is reported to have a net worth of £2million.Now The Flash appears to be celebrating his victory in Miami where he was pictured enjoying the sun with Grace.Read More on BoxingGarcia wore a black pair of swimming trunks and black socks without any shoes on while the social media personality donned a white bikini.One of the photos even showed the pair holding hands as they strolled down the streets.Grace also posted a story showing the boxer performing push ups in front of her.She shared the clip with a poll asking her followers: “Is @kingryan showing off rn?”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSRyan Garcia $1million crownRYAN GARCIA wore a crown worth $1million for his ring walk before fighting Devin Haney.
    The American boxer’s head gear caught the eye of boxing fans before and after his shock victory.
    The 25-year-old headed to the ring draped in a white robe as he wore a diamond encrusted crown.
    Holding 1kg of gold and over 400 carats of diamonds the crown was made by Texas-based jeweller The Ice Champ.
    Garcia’s gown was also made up of 15,000 diamonds and took 10 days to create.
    He also told TMZ before the bout: “He was like ‘let’s create something where the champ of the boxing world and the champ of the jewellery world connect and make something unique. We created a unique crown.”
    Read more about Ryan Garcia by clicking here.

    Grace has a strong fanbase on Instagram as she has amassed 2.7million followers on Instagram, which is filled with glam pics of her.This comes after Garcia was spotted hanging out with social media personality Alexa Dellanos.Alexa, 28, has 9m followers on Instagram, where she often posts glamorous photos.Watch Jake and Logan Paul’s stunned reaction after Ryan Garcia knocks down Devin Haney on way to shock victoryCheck out more glam pics of Grace BoorGrace donned a tiny white bikiniCredit: Instagram / @graceboorGrace shared a series of posts on social mediaCredit: Instagram / @graceboorGrace’s Instagram is filled with glam picsCredit: Instagram @graceboorGrace has shared a series of bikini snapsCredit: Instagram @graceboorGrace leaves very little to imagination when she posesCredit: Instagram @graceboorGrace has tried a series of bikinis for her fansCredit: Instagram @graceboorGrace has also posed in a blue bikiniCredit: Instagram @graceboorGrace hangs out in beaches and swimming poolsCredit: Instagram @graceboorGrace has also tried a series of raunchy outfitsCredit: Instagram @graceboorGrace’s audience continues to growCredit: Instagram @graceboor More

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    Andy Ruiz Jr makes long-awaited boxing return to face Anthony Joshua rival who says it will be ‘battle of fast food’

    ANDY RUIZ JR will return from his two-year hiatus against a pal he goes fishing with.The former unified heavyweight champion, 34, is climbing back into the ring in Los Angeles on August 3.Andy Ruiz Jr has been out of the ring for two yearsCredit: GettyJarrell Miller has been lined up to fight his palCredit: GettyRuiz has not fought since his victory over Luis Ortiz in September 2022.And he will face close friend Jarrell “Big Baby” Miller on the undercard of Terence Crawford’s clash with WBA light-middleweight world champion Israil Madrimov.Miller, 35, has a strained relationship with Anthony Joshua after failing a drug test just before he was due to fight the Brit.But he shares a close bond with Ruiz – and they are even planning a trip together for after the fight.READ MORE IN BOXINGMiller, who lost to Daniel Dubois in December, said: “Coming into this fight I have more than enough time to prepare.”If you look at any one of my fights except Dubois, I either knock you out or a dominate and beat yo’ a**.”They told me about this fight and I said ‘that’s my bro’.”I picked the phone up and I said ‘do I have permission to kick yo’ butt?’Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”There’s no animosity between me and Andy it’s just business.”I told him ‘whatever happens fight night you’re still taking me fishing bro’.Watford residents ask heavyweight boxing champion Anthony Joshua ANYTHING!”It’s a great card to be on. I can’t wait to do what I do best.”We’re gonna keep it cordial, keep it respectful and after that.”Sorry there’s no s*** talking today. I feel like you need a punchline.”It’s the battle of the fast food.”The rest of the card is Vergil Ortiz vs Tim Tszyu, Isaac Cruz vs Jose Valenzuela, David Morrell vs Radivoje Kalajdzic and Andy Cruz vs Antonio Moran.Ricky Hatton’s biggest boxing wins Ricky Hatton tasted defeat just three times in an illustrious 46 fight career that saw him earn an estimated £37million in prize money. Here are some of his most memorable victories:
    Tommy Peacock by TKO – In his 11th fight as a professional Ricky won his first title – the vacant Central Area light-welterweight belt – at Oldham Sports Centre
    Jon Thaxton on points – Ricky picked up national honours when he defeated Thaxton for the vacant British light-welterweight strap at Wembley Conference Centre in 2000
    Kostya Tsyzu retired – In front of a rapturous home crowd inside Manchester’s MEN Arena, Ricky became a world champion for the first time. He won the IBF and The Ring light-welterweight titles against the former undisputed champ Tsyzu
    Luis Collazo unanimous decision – Just three fights later Ricky added to his title collection, claiming the WBA light-welterweight title stateside by beating tough Collazo over 12 rounds
    Paulie Malignaggi TKO – Ricky’s final boxing victory came against loud-mouthed American-Italian fighter Malignaggi in Las Vegas. The Hitman let his fists do the talking and stopped his foe in the 11th round. He earned a cool $2.5million for his night’s work.
    Six months later Ricky would taste defeat for a second time, the first being against Floyd Mayweather in 2007, against Phillippino superstar Manny Pacquiao. He suffered a brutal second round knockout and was taken to hospital for a precautionary brain scan More

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    Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury one of three dream fights Saudi boxing chief wants to make

    SAUDI boxing chief Turki Alalshikh has named Anthony Joshua versus Tyson Fury on his list of three dream fights to make. The powerful politician has rejuvenated the sport by fronting the cash to finally make the biggest bouts happen. Anthony Joshua with Saudi boxing boss Turki AlalshikhCredit: @Turki_alalshikhTyson Fury vs Joshua is on Alalshikh’s boxing wishlistCredit: @Turki_alalshikhAnd in an “Ask Me Anything Q&A” on Reddit, he listed the three fights he most desperately wants to make. They are as follows: Joshua vs Fury, Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford and Artur Beterbiev vs David Benavidez. Here, SunSport runs down what makes the showdowns on Alalshikh’s wishlist so special. Joshua vs Fury It is by far the greatest fight ever to be made in Britain and possibly the biggest on the market right now. READ MORE IN BOXINGYears of feuding and speculation would finally be put to bed in a genuine blockbuster for the ages. There is hope if Fury defeats Oleksandr Usyk on May 18 that AJ could slot in to face the Gypsy King afterwards to at last give fans – and Alalshikh – what they want. Canelo vs CrawfordUnbeaten American Crawford, 36, has looked almost unstoppable on his way to becoming a four-division world champ. And he is so confident he is ready to go up THREE divisions to fight boxing’s top superstar Canelo. Most read in BoxingThe Mexican, 33, has so far seemed uninterested in the bout – but that could be quickly changed by a Saudi payday. Beterbiev vs BenavidezOne of Alalshikh’s biggest coups has been making the light-heavyweight undisputed showdown between Dmitry Bivol, 33, and Beterbiev, 39, on June 1. But already, the powerbroker is thinking ahead and has plans for Benavidez, 27, to step up from super-middle to face the winner. The unbeaten US star has chased a bout with Canelo but to no avail leaving himself open to a move to 175lb. More

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    Deontay Wilder ready to salvage huge Anthony Joshua fight in September at Wembley after teaming up with Eddie Hearn

    DEONTAY WILDER is ready to salvage his dream fight with Anthony Joshua after teaming up with old enemy Eddie Hearn. The heavyweight pair finally got their blockbuster signed and sealed for March but it was KO’d when Wilder suffered defeat to Joseph Parker. Zhilei Zhang and Wilder meet in the 5-v-5 tournamentCredit: GettyJoshua is set to return in September at WembleyCredit: ReutersNow the American returns on June 1 in Saudi Arabia against Zhilei Zhang in the most unlikely of circumstances. He has been selected as a member of Hearn’s roster of five fighters that are going up against Frank Warren’s picks.Meanwhile, Joshua is set to return in September at Wembley in Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh’s first move into the UK. There is hope it will be against Tyson Fury, but the Gypsy King must first beat Oleksandr Usyk on May 18 while already being contracted to a rematch. READ MORE IN BOXINGSo Wilder would not turn down the chance to at last face AJ should he return to winning ways against Zhang, 40. His manager Shelly Finkel told SunSport: “It’s speculation but if everything goes OK on June 1 like we hope and expect and that’s brought to us, we’re totally open.”Fury, 35, and Usyk, 37, meet in the heavyweight division’s first ever four-belt unification next month. And Fury has distanced himself from a summertime showdown with Joshua, 34, to instead honour a potential October rematch with Usyk.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSo it would leave Wilder, 38, primed to slot in for the Wembley war but Finkel admitted the idea has not yet been discussed with Hearn. He said: “Look, I know why it happened but we didn’t believe that Deontay would lose to Parker, so you can’t get too far ahead of yourself.Anthony Joshua hints mega clash with Tyson Fury will happen in September and says ‘it’s coming, most definitely'”Now we have a big fight in front of us and as long as he does what he’s supposed to, hopefully that’ll be history and then we’ll go forward.”But no, there hasn’t been any direct conversation.”Joshua and Hearn for years endured a turbulent relationship with Wilder and Finkel amid repeated failed attempts to get the fight on. But that was put to bed by the help of the Saudis when they at least had a deal in place before Wilder’s shock loss. So perhaps it paved the way for Hearn to turn to the former WBC champion when he needed a heavyweight to go up against Warren. And it could give Wilder the perfect chance to redeem himself at the scene of the crime just seven months on from his last loss. READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd Finkel added: “He knows what happened, he knows why it happened. He’s not going to let that happen again.”Zhang is not someone you can play around with it’s a fight that if you’re going to beat this guy you’ve got to hurt him early and stop him from being too aggressive.” More

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    Apollonia Llewellyn sends fans wild as she bursts out of blue swimsuit and sits on ‘luckiest rock on the planet’

    APOLLONIA LLEWELLYN sent fans into a frenzy with her latest social media post.Fans of the blonde beauty know is no stranger to raunchy posts. Apollonia Llewellyn stunned in a blue swimsuitThe swimsuit resembled an anchor and had a changing colour as it got higherApollonia often stuns with her eye-popping outfitsCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynHer social media exploits have seen her cultivate an army of more than 580,000 followersCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynThat proved to be no different in her most recent snaps shared to Instagram as she enjoyed a trip to Spain.Apollonia, who is often seen working at Misfits Boxing events, could be seen wearing a blue swimsuit.The cleverly designed swimsuit appeared to resemble the outline of an anchor when viewed from the front and also turned a lighter shade of blue at the top.She posed standing in front of a rock wall with the suit showing off her curvy figure. READ MORE IN SPORTA second picture showed her once again sitting facing front on to the camera, but this time sitting down on a rock.Apollonia’s post was captioned: “Good for his soul.”Fans flooded the comments with heart and eye-popping emojis.One other user said: “Gorggg.”Most read in BoxingApollonia often shares pics of her holidaysCredit: Instagram apolloniallewellynApollonia is originally from LeedsCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia has been a regular feature at Misfits boxing eventsCredit: InstagramHer love of pink has seen her nicknamed BarbiCredit: InstagramA second said: “Beautiful.”Another said: “Magnificent Queen.”Apollonia Llewellyn stuns in busty post as fans call her ‘goddess angel’ A fourth added: “Ocean princess,” while a fifth said: “Luckiest rock on the planet!”Apollonia, nicknamed Barbi and originally from Leeds, has more than 580,000 followers on Instagram.Inside Apollonia’s glamorous life as influencer, ring girl and model …Apollonia burst out of this tiny silver bikini as she drank her ‘morning juice’Credit: INSTAGRAMConor McGregor was among 8,000 fans who enjoyed this see-through lacy outfitCredit: INSTAGRAMThousands of Apollonia’s fans enjoyed the view on the ring girl’s holiday to New YorkCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia braved the snow in the Lake DistrictCredit: InstagramApollonia really enjoyed this bowl of pasta on her summer holiday to SantoriniCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia invited fans to ‘sit and stare’ at this picture, and thousands took her up on the invitationCredit: INSTAGRAMFans were worried Apollonia’s top had shrunk in the wash as she enjoyed this hearty breakfastCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia’s followers were in awe of the stunner’s new hairdo as she wowed in a tiny yellow bikiniCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia sent a cheeky message to her fans as she posed in this glamorous see-through numberCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia told fans ‘no caption needed’ as she squeezed into this skin-tight see-through playsuitCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia revealed he ‘idea of happiness’ is being ‘wind swept on the beach’ with this busty snapCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia left very little to the imagination as she ‘brightened fans’ Mondays’ in a skimpy wet T-shirtCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia shot to recognition as a member of the Misfits Boxing fight night teamShe has garnered her a huge social media presenceCredit: INSTAGRAM @apolloniallewellynApollonia has over 570,000 Instagram followersCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynShe has turned down a staggering £100,000 to pose nude beforeCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynThe model insisted she isn’t money-orientedCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia shows off her jet setting lifestyle onlineCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynShe also holidayed in New YorkCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia is no stranger to a bikini pictureCredit: INSTAGRAM @apolloniallewellynShe has built a huge following on social mediaCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia works as a model alongside her social fameCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn More

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    Ryan Garcia spotted with stunning influencer clinging to him days after boxer got engaged to porn star Savannah Bond

    RYAN GARCIA was spotted with a social media star clinging to him just days after his engagement to Savannah Bond.Garcia, 25, achieved a shock majority decision victory over Devin Haney after decking his arch rival three times, but did not win the super-lightweight WBC belt due to missing the weight limit by 3lbs.Ryan Garcia was seen with social media influencer Alexa DellanosCredit: The Mega AgencyThe photos in Miami show Alexa with her arms wrapped around himCredit: The Mega AgencyKing Ry achieved a shock victory over arch rival Devin Haney at the weekendCredit: GettyGarcia announced his engagement to porn star Savannah Bond before the fightCredit: Instagram @thesavannahbondAhead of the fight King Ry had announced his engagement to Australian porn star Savannah Bond, who fans had failed as the reason for his success. However, just days after his grudge match against Haney, Garcia has now been seen alongside a social media influencer.A pair of photos taken on Monday show Garcia alongside social media personality Alexa Dellanos in Miami, FL, USA. One of the photos shows her with her hands wrapped around Garcia’s neck.READ MORE IN BOXINGThe other shows standing next to the boxer while wearing a pink dress, sunglasses, a gold watch and green bag.They also show Garcia wearing a white tank top with grey trousers.Ryan Garcia $1million crownRYAN GARCIA wore a crown worth $1million for his ring walk before fighting Devin Haney.
    The American boxer’s head gear caught the eye of boxing fans before and after his shock victory.
    The 25-year-old headed to the ring draped in a white robe as he wore a diamond encrusted crown.
    Holding 1kg of gold and over 400 carats of diamonds the crown was made by Texas-based jeweller The Ice Champ.
    Garcia’s gown was also made up of 15,000 diamonds and took 10 days to create.
    He also told TMZ before the bout: “He was like ‘let’s create something where the champ of the boxing world and the champ of the jewellery world connect and make something unique. We created a unique crown.”
    Read more about Ryan Garcia by clicking here.

    Alexa, 28, has nine million followers on Instagram, where she often posts glamorous photos for her fans.She is the daughter of famous American TV host and journalist Myrka Dellanos.Most read in BoxingGarcia knocked down his rival three times before a majority decision winCredit: GettyAlexa has nine million followers on social mediaCredit: Instagram / alexadellanosShe often posts steamy content to her pageCredit: Instagram / alexadellanosSavannah’s real name is Kelli-Anne OxleyCredit: Instagram / thesavannahbondCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMeanwhile, Garcia’s fiancee Savannah – real name Kelli-Anne Oxley – has made more than 100 adult movies and is reported to have a net worth of £2million.The 33-year-old also has a sizeable following on social media, with 1.9 million followers on Instagram.Inside Ryan Garcia’s incredible car collectionAlexa is the daughter of a famous American TV presenter and journalistCredit: Instagram / alexadellanosShe often jets about on her social media pageCredit: Instagram / alexadellanosLast week she celebrated getting onto the front cover of Vogue MagazineCredit: Instagram / alexadellanosCheck out more glam pics of Savannah BondSavannah shared a loved-up message to Garcia after his fightSavannah wasn’t at the fight at the Barclays CenterCredit: Instagram / thesavannahbondSavannah has made over 100 adult filmsSavannah also has over 2million followers on InstagramSavannah watched Garcia fight from home More

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    Elle Brooke vs Paige VanZant: Date, UK start time, TV channel, live stream for huge Misfits 15 title bout

    ELLE BROOKE will return to the ring next month for her toughest test yet.The current MFB Women’s Middleweight champion will take on former UFC star Paige VanZant.Credit: @MisfitsBoxing/XVanZant is still looking for her first win in boxing after losing her first two bouts in the sport.The former UFC star hasn’t boxed since she was outpointed by Rachael Ostovich at BK19 in July 2021.Meanwhile, Elle Brooke boats an impressive record of 4-1 and most recently stopped former Love Islander AJ Bunker in January.The OnlyFans star has been a regular on Misfits Boxing and now faces her biggest test yet – but when is the huge title bout?READ MORE IN BOXINGWhen is Elle Brooke vs Paige VanZant?
    Elle Brooke vs Paige VanZant will take place on Saturday, May 25.
    The two will headline Misfits Boxing 15.
    A time for the main event has not yet been determined.
    The bout will take place at the NRG Arena in Houston, Texas.
    What TV channel is Brooke vs VanZant on and can it be live streamed?
    Brooke vs VanZant will be broadcast live on DAZN.
    DAZN customers can live stream all the action via the DAZN app/website.
    You can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £9.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of action.
    A flexible pass, worth £19.99-a-month, is also available, and you can cancel anytime.
    You can also pay £99.99 for the year upfront, and this is the lowest cost option.
    Who else is on the card?The full card for Misfits Boxing 15 is yet to be revealed.
    Elle Brooke vs Paige VanZant for MFB Women’s Middleweight Title
    Le’Veon Bell vs Tristan Hamn in the quarter-final of MFB Cruiserweight title tournament
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