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    My dad is Coronation Street legend Des Barnes – now I’ve swapped acting for pro boxing

    BOXER Alfie Middlemiss returns for his third professional fight in the ring – but he may already be a familiar face. And not because of his two points victories but due to his career as an actor. Alfie Middlemiss returns for his third professional fight in the ringCredit: GettyHe is the son to actor Phil MiddlemissCredit: GettyMiddlemiss played Des Barnes in CorrieCredit: PAHe is the son of Phil Middlemiss – who spent eights years playing Des Barnes in the hit ITV soap. His 21-year-old son is also an actor with TV credits for Emmerdale and Waterloo Road. But Middlemiss’ true calling has been in boxing, turning professional in 2024 with Eddie Hearn after a title winning amateur career. He returns tonight in Manchester on Joe Joyce’s undercard – but the bright lights are nothing new for the super-featherweight. READ MORE IN BOXINGMiddlemiss told BBC Sport: “I definitely think they’re transferable and should come in handy. “There are things I’ve learnt in that field that I can already see are going to be useful now.”They can help me sell a bout and, when I get a little bit further down the line, they’ll also help me in front of the television cameras.”A lot of people can freeze when they’re all pointed at them. I get it because it’s completely out of their comfort zone.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”But I’m used to having that spotlight on me so it’s nothing out of the ordinary.” Middlemiss still acts on the side but is ready to pursue boxing full-time. He said: “Acting can be tough but it’s a damn sight easier than boxing.”My family and friends know how competitive I am and my dad has always loved boxing so I don’t think they fell off their chairs when they found out what I wanted to do.”OK, they were probably a bit surprised. But not stunned or speechless, I don’t think, because of how I am.”There are more relaxing ways to make a living but there’s something about boxing which immediately grabbed me. “I think it’s the pressure you have to put yourself under because, in the ring, it’s just you and the other guy so you can’t rely on anyone else.But I’m used to having that spotlight on me so it’s nothing out of the ordinary. Alfie Middlemiss “You have to show focus and have a drive to keep improving. You can never let up.”From the first moment I walked into a gym it just appealed to me. Maybe because, in my eyes, it’s the ultimate and purest test you can ever experience.”Middlemiss won English and North West championships and has now turned pro under ex-boxer Jamie Moore – trainer also to Jack Catterall. He beat Jesus Gonzalez and Caine Singh in his first two bouts and faces Mexican Alexander Morales (6-11-5) in his third. Middlemiss said: “Boxing can be a lonely sport as everything is on you.”As an amateur, it can be a bit overwhelming when you get a loss or a setback.Read More on The Sun”There are injuries too. I’ve had a few minor niggles along the way but, fortunately, nothing serious.”It’s how you respond to all of that which defines you. The same as disappointments in acting or any other walk of life.”Middlemiss is trained by former pro boxer Jamie MooreCredit: Getty More

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    Joe Joyce vs Filip Hrgovic EXACT fight time – when is heavyweight clash on tonight?

    JOE JOYCE will face dangerous opponent Filip Hrgovic in TONIGHT’s main event!The two heavyweights are set to go head-to-head in Manchester, with huge stakes on the line.Joe Joyce and Filip Hrgovic will put it all on the line tonight in ManchesterCredit: PAThe 39-year-old was originally set to face Dillian Whyte in an all-British clash, but after a horrific finger injury, ‘The Body Snatcher’ was forced to pull out.On just a month’s notice, Filip Hrgovic has stepped in and returns for the first time since being TKO’d by Daniel Dubois.Joyce, who was the former WBO interim champion, still has dreams of competing in a world title fight before he thinks about hanging his gloves up.Having recent defeats to Zhilei Zhang and Derek Chisora, many fans believe this could be his last chance for title contention.READ MORE IN BOXINGAnd SunSport has the EXACT time the heavyweights will step into the Co-op Live Arena below.What time does Joe Joyce vs Filip Hrgovic start and how can I watch it?Joe Joyce and Filip Hrgovic meet live from the Co-Op Live Arena in Manchester on Saturday, April 5.The ring walks are expected to take place at approximately 10pm BST, with the fight getting underway 15 minutes later.The main card is expected to get underway from 7pm BST.What TV channel is Joe Joyce vs Filip Hrgovic on and can it be streamed?The Joe Joyce vs Filip Hrgovic main card will be broadcast and streamed LIVE on DAZN.This is Queensberry promotion’s first-ever DAZN Show.Viewers can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £14.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of action.A flexible pass, worth £24.99-a-month (minimum three-month contract), is also available, and you can cancel at any time.You can also pay £119.99 for the year upfront, which is the lowest cost option.Alternatively, SunSport will blog every fight from the card.Joe Joyce vs Filip Hrgovic FULL fight cardJoe Joyce vs Filip HrgovicJack Rafferty vs Cory O’Regan – for Commonwealth super-lightweight titleDavid Adeleye vs Jeamie TKV – for vacant British heavyweight titleKhaleel Majid vs Alex MurphyJuergen Uldedaj vs Gerardo MelladoMark Chamberlain vs Miguel Angel ScaringiRoyston Barney-Smith vs Cesar Ignacio ParedesNelson Birchall vs Rodrigo Matias ArecoAlfie Middlemiss vs Alexander MoralesDelicious Orie vs Milos VelecticRamtin Musah vs Robbie ChapmanLouis Szeto vs Nabil AhmedMost read in Boxing More

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    ‘Modern Mike Tyson’ – Jake Paul lined up fight with ‘ferocious puncher’ as details on YouTuber’s boxing return emerge

    JAKE PAUL lined up a fight against the modern day Mike Tyson – following the collapse of talks with Canelo Alvarez.Paul was close to announcing a shock bout with Canelo for May 3 in Las Vegas after months of talks with Al Haymon of PBC. Jake Paul is set for two fights in 2025Credit: GettyBut Canelo walked way at the 11th hour to instead sign a bumper four-fight deal with Saudi Arabia’s Turki Alalshikh. So Paul and his Most Valuable Promotions partner Nakisa Bidarian continued discussions with PBC for a fight against Tank Davis. Bidarian told SunSport: “The reality is we spent a lot of time with Al Hayman and PBC trying to make the Canelo fight happen and we want to be supportive of what they’re doing across the board.”Gervonta Davis, other than Jake Paul, is the only American pay-per-view box office star.READ MORE IN boxing”And, Gervonta has called Jake a clown multiple times and said he could beat him with one hand tied behind his back.”So, not like the guys are massive fans of each other, but they also have respect and understand that the two of them are the standalone kind of massive fighters from the US.”Paul and Bidarian were ringside in Brooklyn last month to watch Davis’ last fight against Lamont Roach. But it ended in a controversial draw after Davis appeared to touch down with his glove but avoid a knockdown scored against him.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSRumours swirled that Paul’s presence at the bout was to announce a blockbuster fight with Davis afterwards. But Bidarian revealed: “Jake didn’t have a signed contract to fight anyone but I think part of being there was seeing what Tank was able to do.Davis escapes with DRAW against Roach as rivals call for rematch”Tank is a ferocious puncher, right? He’s viewed as the modern Mike Tyson. “So in some ways that story arc would have been perfect, but it just wasn’t on the horizon.”Due to the size disparity – SEVEN STONE between their two fight weights – the bout would have been an exhibition. But Davis, 30, is now set to rematch Roach, 29, in the summer. And Paul is closing in on announcing one of two planned fights for 2025 – having not returned since beating 58-year-old Mike Tyson in November. That bout was also marred in controversy amid the controversy amid the age gap but still 100MILLION watched on Netflix. And Bidarian said: “We’re actively working on putting together Jake’s fight for this summer. And we’ll announce it as soon as we’re ready.Read More on The Sun”And then we’re actively working on figuring out Jake’s next fight – call it October to December time frame.”So the plan is for Jake to fight twice in 2025 and two to three times in 2026.”Gervonta Davis is set to rematch Lamont Roach Jr after their drawCredit: Getty More

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    Hughie Fury vs Dan Garber LIVE RESULTS: Fury gets lacklustre TKO win in mismatch with injured hand as he targets Whyte

    HUGHIE FURY beat Fan Garber in York Hall – but Dave Allen was far from impressed at the performance.The White Rhino was on commentary duty for DAZN but said the fight was “completely pointless” and a “total mismatch” before Fury scored a fifth round TKO win with two brutal body shots.It was then said that Fury, 30, was boxing with an injured hand and was fighting at a slow pace to try and get rounds in.New promoter Izzy Asif has now promised that Fury will have a big fight on June 27 – with Dillian Whyte marked as a potential opponent.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFollow our live blog below…Joyce vs Hrgovic – full cardHere’s how the action in Manchester will unfold:Joe Joyce vs Filip HrgovicJack Rafferty vs Cory O’Regan – for Commonwealth super-lightweight titleDavid Adeleye vs Jeamie TKV – for vacant British heavyweight titleKhaleel Majid vs Alex MurphyJuergen Uldedaj vs Gerardo MelladoMark Chamberlain vs Miguel Angel ScaringiRoyston Barney-Smith vs Cesar Ignacio ParedesNelson Birchall vs Rodrigo Matias ArecoAlfie Middlemiss vs Alexander MoralesDelicious Orie vs Milos VelecticRamtin Musah vs Robbie ChapmanLouis Szeto vs Nabil AhmedCopy linkCopiedMore boxing actionDon’t forget we have an absolutely MASSIVE night of boxing coming up on Saturday.There’s a strong card that features some very tasty clashes on the undercard, including the grudge match between David Adeleye and Jeamie TKV – who have been feuding all week.That one is for the vacant British title.The bill also features the highly anticipated debut of Olympian Delicious Orie and Turki Alalshikh’s favourite fighter, Mark Chamberlain.The top of the bill, of course, features a huge heavyweight dust-up between Joe Joyce and Filip Hrgovic.Both men are at a real crossroads in their careers and will see the fight as a must win.Copy linkCopiedFull resultsHere’s how the night’s action unfolded: Ben Crocker SPLIT DRAW Tiernan Bradley – for European super-lightweight titleHughie Fury TKO Dan GarberEmma Dolan UD Lauren Parker – for British and Commonwealth super-flyweight titleKieran Molloy TKO Riccardo CrepaldiLouie O’Doherty PTS Reuquen ArceGradus Kraus TKO Tony AmoakuCopy linkCopiedHughie hamperedHughie Fury did start slow before going through the gears to score a fifth-round TKO win against a massively outmatched opponent. In his defence, it was later revealed that the heavyweight had hurt his hand in the build-up this week, leaving him unable to properly throw shots.Copy linkCopiedLack of FuryHeavyweight contender Dave Allen was on commentary for DAZN tonight but was far from impressed at Hughie Fury’s performance… Copy linkCopiedFury vs Whyte?The big news of the night was Hughie Fury is set to be involved in a big fight in the summer.New promoter Izzy Asif confirmed that one would be taking place on June 27 in Galway, Ireland. Hughie called out Dillian Whyte earlier this week and was pushed on the prospect of facing the Body Snatcher. Both Hughie and trainer Peter appeared to be more than game.But earlier this week, Whyte was quoted as saying: “Hahahahaha, that is news to me. I think he’s been hit too hard.”Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedAll overThat’s it for the action from York Hall after Daniel Dos Santos pulled OUT of his fight at very short notice at the start of the evening.A bit of a shocker from him after Bradley Rea was drafted in at the last minute to replace Shakan Pitters.Copy linkCopiedRematch on the cardsBoth men were interviewed after the fight and it seems like we WILL be heading for a rematch some time soon.Crocker and Bradley both believe they won the fight and “did enough” to get the result.That was a tough one to call but after an entertaining 10 rounds it looks like we will do that one all over again.Copy linkCopiedSPLIT DRAWBen Crocker keeps his belt! It’s a bit of a shock here as Bradley is denied the title, and both fighters keep their unbeaten records.Rematch? Who says no?Copy linkCopiedCrocker vs Bradley – R10Bradley ends the fight as the more confident fighter and looks very energetic, too.For me, a new champion will be crowned here despite a spirited comeback from Crocker.But how will the judges see it?Copy linkCopiedCrocker vs Bradley – R9Bradley continues to put Crocker on the back foot as the champion looks out of ideas.For me, the Irishman is well up on the scorecards heading into the last.Copy linkCopiedCrocker vs Bradley – R8Crocker is now starting to throw combinations as he attempts to slow Bradley down.But is it too late for the champion? A knockout is needed for the Welshman for him to retain his title.Into the ninth.Copy linkCopiedCrocker vs Bradley – R7Bradley very quick out of the corner again and lands a right hand, the Irishman certainly looking the fresher of the two after the previous round left Crocker dazed.The champion not punching enough and will need to get back on the front foot if he wants to turn this fight around.Bradley is certainly up on the scorecards after seven rounds.Copy linkCopiedCrocker vs Bradley – R6Bradley is coming at Crocker at pace, throwing combinations right at the champion.Bradley very quick with his punches and is hunting down Crocker.The Welshman is very much on the back foot as Bradley lands multiple right hands and hurts the champion.Crocker’s legs look shaky and has some damage under his left eye.The champion is hanging on here.Copy linkCopiedCrocker vs Bradley – R5Crocker reacts brilliantly to hit Bradley with a right hook to the shoulder, which looks to be swelling.The champion now the more dominant of the two.Bradley does end the round well, though and catches Crocker with a few skilful shots.The challenger doesn’t look to be slowing down as we head into the sixth.Copy linkCopiedCrocker vs Bradley – R4Crocker is starting to put Bradley on the back foot as he looks to assert his dominance in this fight.Bradley looks like the one who possesses more knockout power, but Crocker is certainly better physically.Copy linkCopiedCrocker vs Bradley – R3Both fighters jabbing and fainting well, but no big shots have landed just yet.Bradley looks the more focused of the two, but will it last 10 rounds?Crocker is the more experienced fighter and will grow into this one as it goes on.Copy linkCopiedCrocker vs Bradley – R2 Crocker lands an uppercut, but only the gloves of Bradley.Bradley hits a neat combination and hurts the champion.The challenger is moving well with the jab, and the crowd is right behind him.Crocker is not quite finding his range early on and leaving himself open.Copy linkCopiedCrocker vs Bradley – R1There goes the bell! The main event of the night is underwayCrocker makes a dominant start, landing multiple jabs to the body of Bradley.The champion is towering over his opponent, with his size making him look like a middleweight.Both are keeping apart in the early stages, but Bradley will need to close the gap as Crocker clearly has the height advantage.Bradley does close the gap as the round ends, as he pins the champion on the ropes and unleashes, but only to the gloves of Crocker.Copy linkCopiedUp next…Ben Crocker will put his European Super Lightweight title on the line against Tiernan Bradley.Can the Swansea-native retain his strap? Copy linkCopiedDillian Whyte next?This was Hughie’s first fight with new promoter Izzy Asif and while it failed to set the pulses racing, it was all part of a warm up for a big one coming on June 27.Asif paid credit to Fury for continuing on with the fight despite entering the ring with an injured hand.He then said: “We think he can mix it with the big boys – he’s going to be in a serious fight on June 27.”It’ll be a 50-50. They can all get it.”We’re talking to top heavyweights in the country.”Asif is then pressed on if Dillian Whyte – who was meant to fight tomorrow night against Joe Joyce but had to withdraw because of injury – is one of the names in the running.”In the next couple of weeks we’ll announce it,” he says.Copy linkCopiedInjured handTrainer Peter Fury revealed that Hughie injured his hand earlier this week, which may have been the reason for the slightly slower paced fight than we may have expected.Peter said: “He’s just got to get rounds. He could’ve stepped through the gears.”But it was a case of relaxing, getting through it. Fair play to Dan Garber.”[Hughie] needs big fights and hopefully he gets them.”He’s only boxing with one hand anyway as he has a problem with it.”He got the rounds, but let’s get the big fights.”[Promoter Izzy Asif] has promised us a big fight on June 27. Let’s get on with it.”Copy linkCopied’Get the rounds in’Speaking after the win, Fury said: “I just wanted to ease back and get the rounds in.”I wanted to get in as many as possible.”It was just about working and getting the right shots in.”Fury was then asked about Dillian Whyte and other potential opponents and said’ “I’m ready for any one of them, if [Dillian Whyte] wants it then sign the contract.”Copy linkCopiedAllen’s thoughtsDave Allen wasn’t impressed by the matchmaking there at all.After earlier calling the fight “completely pointless”, he then questions why he took this fight.Allen says: “He could’ve just hit a heavy bag.”I have no idea where he is right now.”With the level he’s boxed at tonight I don’t know. “I don’t know how much Dillian Whyte has left.”But put him in [with Whyte] and see where he is.”Copy linkCopiedFury vs Garber – R5 – Fury wins!The referee has a long look at Garber in the corner as Allen calls for his corner to throw in the towel.Fury clearly senses blood and very quickly gets on top of his man, unleashing a real volley of shots.Fury then smashes in a left hook to the body that sends Garber to one knee! Credit to Garber for beating the eight count and getting back up.The fight lasts another 20 or so seconds but it’s clear that Garber doesn’t want any more of it and the referee steps in.It’s all over – Fury wins!Copy linkCopied More

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    ‘Completely pointless’ – British boxer calls for Tyson Fury’s cousin’s fight to be stopped MID-BOUT

    HUGHIE FURY’S heavyweight fight against Dan Garber was deemed “completely pointless” by boxer Dave Allen.Tyson Fury’s cousin won by a TKO in the fifth round at York Hall – but Allen wasn’t too impressed with the level of opposition.Hughie Fury beat Dan Garber by a fifth round TKOCredit: PAIt was later revealed that Fury was carrying an injuryCredit: PAThe heavyweight clash took place at the famed York HallCredit: @HennessySportsBritish boxer Dave Allen was on hand to commentate at York HallCredit: The SunFormer Commonwealth challenger Allen – who was on comms on Friday night – even called for the fight to be cancelled mid-bout.Fury (29-3) was just going through the motions and rarely stepped into second gear.However, his consistent body shots eventually wore Bradford heavyweight Garber, 39, down.But Allen, 33, had seen enough by round 4, as he fumed: “This is completely pointless, it’s a complete mismatch.READ MORE IN BOXING”For me now, the fight should be over – Garber’s four rounds down. It’s completely pointless.”Fury clearly sensed blood and went on to finish the contest within minutes.The 30-year-old from one of Britain’s most famous boxing families began unleashing a volley of shots to Garner’s body.And it was Fury’s heavy left hook to the body that sent Garber to one knee in round 5.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHis 9-4 opponent gasped for breath before beating the eight count and getting back up.But the fight lasted just 20 more seconds, before another body shot saw Garber’s face change as the referee stepped in.Tyson Fury’s cousin Hughie builds personal gym in back garden defended by two giant Rottweilers ahead of Hammer fightAnd Allen’s ruthless commentary didn’t end there as the White Rhino went on to slam the matchmakers.He said: “Fury could’ve just hit a heavy bag. I have no idea where he is right now.“With the level he’s boxed at tonight I don’t know. I don’t know how much Dillian Whyte has left. “But put him in with Whyte and see where he is.”With Fury eyeing a world title fight down the line, he really needed to put on a show, with many fans expecting a big KO win.Dillian Whyte has been talked about as a possible opponent for FuryCredit: GettyBut promoter Izzy Asif then revealed that Fury was fighting with one hand due to injury.Asif explained: “He busted his hand in sparring, he won’t be using it. Credit to him to sticking with it.“We think he can mix it with the big boys – he’s going to be in a serious fight on June 27.”Fury could’ve just hit a heavy bag. Dan AllenThe plan is to fight a big name in the summer – and fellow fringe world-level contender Whyte has been named.Speaking after the win, Fury said: “I just wanted to ease back and get the rounds in. I wanted to get in as many as possible.”It was just about working and getting the right shots in.”Fury was then asked about Whyte and other potential opponents and said: “I’m ready for any one of them. If Dillian wants it then sign the contract.”Whyte was brutally KO’d by Fury’s superstar cousin Tyson in front of 94,000 fans at Wembley in April 2022.He is yet to fight on the big stage since an adverse drugs test in 2023, which led to the cancellation of his rematch with Anthony Joshua that summer. Whyte was cleared to continue his career after an investigation confirmed that the drugs test was caused by a contaminated supplement.The Brixton-based big man was scheduled to take on Joe Joyce in Manchester this weekend until withdrawing due to injury.Read More on The SunHughie meanwhile had three comeback victories in 2024 after a three-year absence from boxing amid health issues.Former cruiserweight Garber was beaten for the first time in 2023 against Lamah Griggs on points – with mixed results following.Fury is coached by dad Peter, who is Tyson’s uncle More

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    Who is Daley Thompson’s first wife Patricia Quinlan and how many children did they have?

    DALEY Thompson was once notorious for his womanising, before he went on to marry his childhood sweetheart Patricia Quinlan.She is sure to be watching when the Olympic decathlon legend heads into the Celebrity Big Brother house, with the new series kicking off on April 7, 2025.Daley Thompson and his first wife Patricia Quinlan pictured on their wedding day in 1987Credit: RexHere they are seen a year after tying the knot, pictured with their first baby togetherCredit: RexDaley Thompson is featuring on Celebrity Big Brother (CBB) 2025.During his athletics career, the British decathlete broke the world record four times — and it seems he’s ready for a new challenge.A source told The Sun how 66-year-old Daley’s non-woke opinions could raise a few eyebrows among CBB viewers.The TV insider said: “Daley is notoriously unwoke and likes to be provocative, so it will be interesting to see how he is received by some of the younger housemates.read more on daley thompson”As someone who was at the height of his fame in the Eighties, many of them will barely know who he is — but for a generation of older viewers he’ll be seen as a great signing.”Who is Daley Thompson’s first wife Patricia Quinlan?Daley once joked that “any woman only has to sit on a bed I’ve slept in to get pregnant”.His exes include Olympic swimmer Sharron Davies — they dated in the late 1970s — but he says he doesn’t see her as the “one that got away”. In July 2024, he exclusively told The Sun: “I never really see it like that because we are still close friends.”Most read in Athletics”That’s the real test — the fact we’re still calling each other and I chat to her kids.” In 1987, Daley married his first wife, Patricia “Tish” Quinlan, whom he had known since his school days.Lord Sebastian Coe and Daley Thompson discuss how athletics can be used to tackle knife crime on Run For Your Life But she has largely stayed out of the public eye beyond her connection to Daley. How many kids does Daley Thompson share with Patricia Quinlan?They had three children together: Rachel, 35, Austin, 33, and Elliott, 30.Rachel was born prematurely at just 12 weeks and weighed less than two pounds at birth.But speaking with the Independent in July 2008, Daley described this as “a brilliant experience”.He then qualified: “But not one you’d necessarily want to go through.”Daley Thompson with son his Elliot, who is also a decathleteCredit: Instagram/daleyfitnessukElliott Thompson, the youngest child of Daley and Patricia, has followed in his father’s footsteps and pursued a career in athletics.He became the national decathlon champion at the 2022 British Athletics Championships.On the whole, the Thompson children prefer to keep their personal information out of the public domain, so little else is known about them.Next chapterThe marriage eventually ended in 2001 after Daley began a relationship with Lisa Clayton.Read More on The SunHe had been seeing her for over two years while still married to Tish, with their relationship reportedly starting in 1999.Daley also later had children with Lisa — two boys named Alex and Aaron. More

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    ‘It’s a big payday’ – Deontay Wilder’s team open to Jake Paul fight after YouTube star’s shock talks with Anthony Joshua

    DEONTAY WILDER’s team have refused to rule out a mega-money fight against Jake Paul.Paul drew criticism in his last bout in November after bringing Mike Tyson out of retirement at the age of 58.Deontay Wilder’s team have refused to rule out a mega-money fight against Jake PaulCredit: GettyJake Paul beat Mike Tyson in his last fightCredit: GettyBut still over 100 MILLION watched his eight-round points win on Netflix despite the controversy surrounding the fight for the ages.Paul later held talks with Canelo Alvarez – but after a deal collapsed he called out former heavyweight world champion Anthony Joshua.Wilder’s manager Shelly Finkel voiced praise for the 11-1 American and would open the door for talks with Paul and the Bronze Bomber. Finkel, who once managed Tyson, told SunSport: “The way I manage, I discuss everything with my client.READ MORE IN BOXING”So, I don’t think it’s fair to say no, even if I believe it’s a no, and I’ll say what I think.”But that person at the end of the day, it’s his decision because it’s his life and career.”So, you know, I might say, ‘Hey, this is a great opportunity. You may get laughed at thinking it’s a freak show or people might say, wow, this is interesting and you know it’s a big payday.'”So of course I would.” Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSWilder is coming off consecutive defeats following a points loss to Joseph Parker in 2023 and a knockout to Zhilei Zhang last June.But he now returns on June 27 in Wichita against Tyrrell Herndon, 37, who has a 24-5 record.Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul is ‘five times’ bigger than Tyson Fury boutFinkel revealed Wilder underwent surgery for a right shoulder injury and refuses to give up hopes of fighting AJ at Wembley.But Joshua, 35, has been in shock talks to fight Paul, 28, next year after being called out by the social media sensation.And respected veteran Finkel said: “There’s all kinds of things going on with Jake.”Jake, within his sphere, he really knows what is good for him and not for him, and the fight with Tyson was brilliant.”It may not have been exactly what every fan wanted. It kept Jake Paul winning and at the forefront, it was bigger than the NFL games on Netflix.”Canelo would have been a very big fight. But it wasn’t meant to be.”Shelly Finkel with Wilder in 2018Credit: AFP or licensors More

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    Frank Warren and Chris Eubank Jr go head-to-head in court after boxer branded promoter a ‘cheating scumbag’

    FRANK Warren and Chris Eubank Jr are going head-to-head in a court fight after the boxer branded the promoter a “scumbag”.Warren is suing Eubank Jr for slander and libel over comments made at a press conference in Saudi Arabia last year.Frank Warren is suing Chris Eubank Jr after he was branded a ‘scumbag’Credit: PAThe boxer made the comments at a press conference in Saudi ArabiaCredit: GettyThe boxer, who was taking part in an undercard fight with Poland’s Kamil Szeremeta, was asked why he had signed with promoter Boxxer.He responded: “Why Boxxer? Because every other promoter out here is a scumbag, that’s why.”You know, you’ve got Frank Warren behind me, been lying and cheating his way through boxing for the last couple decades.”Sued me for a couple hundred thousand a few years ago, so obviously I was never going to go with him. You know, the guy’s a scumbag.”Read more newsBoxxer later released statements from Eubank Jr – son of legend Chris Eubank – after he also lashed out at other promoters.The boxer said he wished to “retract my inaccurate statements” and “offer my apologies” to Warren.In return, Warren said: “I accept Chris’s apology and retraction. I too have said things before and apologise to him also if any criticism of him has upset him in the case.”But the Queensbury promoter launched the legal action, which has now reached the High Court in London.Most read in BoxingHis barrister Richard Munden said Eubank Jr’s comments suggested “serious wrongdoing”.He said: “Accusing someone of lying and cheating their way through their profession over the last two decades is about as strong and direct a slur as can be imagined.”Chris Eubank Jr abruptly walks out of Piers Morgan interview after awkward exchange with TV hostBut Victoria Jolliffe, for Eubank Jr, said that Warren’s case had taken a “simple sentence” and had turned it into a “complex, tautological allegation”.She told the court: “The ordinary reasonable listener or viewer… would understand that Mr Eubank was speaking in plain language at an event where it is commonplace for combative but entertaining verbal blows to be traded.”Mr Justice Jay has been asked to decide the “natural and ordinary” meaning of the statements ahead of a potential trial.But he instead urged both parties to come to an agreement away from court.The judge explained: “Our primary function is to determine disputes, so if you don’t want to mediate, fair enough, you are entitled to a trial.”But I would have thought this type of case is capable of being mediated.”Warren, 73, has promoted several major British boxers over his career, including Ricky Hatton, Joe Calzaghe, Amir Khan and Tyson Fury.Read More on The SunHe first sued the then British Middleweight champion in 2016 for a breach of contract – ending in Eubank Jr paying a six-figure sum to the promoter.Eubank Jr, 35, who has won 34 of his 37 fights but has never won a major world title, is set to fight Conor Benn at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on April 26.Eubank Jr, with dad Chris, was asked why he’d signed with Boxxer when he lashed outCredit: GettyHe later apologised for his commentsCredit: AlamyWarren’s team has accused Eubank Jr of ‘serious wrongdoing’Credit: GettyThe promoter, seen with Tyson Fury, is suing for libel and slanderCredit: PA More