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    ‘He’s going to kill somebody’ – Fears for Mike Tyson, 58, in Jake Paul fight after WWE legend watches YouTuber train

    WWE legend Hulk Hogan revealed genuine fears that Jake Paul could KILL Mike Tyson in their fight. The YouTuber-turned-boxer faces the heavyweight great on November 15 in Texas in a controversial clash scrutinised for age difference.Hulk Hogan has fears for Mike Tyson in his fight with Jake PaulJake Paul is due to fight Mike Tyson on November 15Paul has started training for the bout and pro wrestling legend Hogan – real name Terry Gene Bollea – got a close up look of his preparations. And the 13-time WWE champion – speaking with Paul’s brother Logan – raised deep concerns for close friend Tyson. Hogan, 71, said: “Your brother’s too strong, bro. He’s strong. “Last night, as soon as I saw him set the guy up with the left, he kept throwing the overhand right, I was like, ‘Oh my God, he’s going to kill somebody.READ MORE IN BOXING”No, I mean really. It was scary. I love Mike to death, I don’t want him to kill Mike, Jesus.” Logan, about to record his podcast, said: “He’s like really, actually super f***ing strong. “He doesn’t look like it – maybe he does look like it a little bit- but like the weight he pushes in the gym is f***ing impressive. “No seriously, and he has a left hand now which he looks like is firing off.” Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPaul is 10-1 in his boxing career with just a 2023 decision loss to Tyson Fury’s brother Tommy, 25, blemishing his record. Tyson, 58, meanwhile retired in 2005 after two dismal defeats and years of struggles outside the ring. KSI vs Jake Paul takes new twist with veteran promoter drafted in to revive talks for £100m grudge matchBut by 2020, his life was turned around as he returned for an exhibition against Roy Jones Jr, which was nothing more than a glorified sparring session. Although his fight with Paul, 27, is a professionally-sanctioned bout with records on the line. Both will be subjected to drug testing while Tyson will have further heart and brain exams due to his age. He was forced to pull out of the initial July 20 date after suffering an ulcer flare up in his stomach. But Tyson has since insisted he is medically fit to fight in what will be Netflix’s first foray into live boxing. This is not the first time Hogan has harboured fear for Tyson and even pulled Paul up on it. Hogan told TMZ: “I’m friends with both guys. “I love Mike to death, but I was in Miami for the Formula 1 races with Jake Paul, I pulled Jake aside and said, ‘Hey brother, what’s up with this thing?’ Is this a work like wrestling, or are you guys going to really go at it? READ MORE SUN STORIES”He says, ‘I’m gonna knock him out.’ So I’m excited about it. I’m glad it is rescheduled because I don’t want any excuses. “I want both men at 100 per cent. I get a feeling this will be the fight of the century, brothers. This is going to be a good one.”Mike Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: Rex More

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    ‘Hawk Tuah’ girl Haliey Welch in career change after shock link-up with Jake Paul

    “HAWK TUAH” girl Haliey Welch has announced her next career move – as she links up with Jake Paul.Haliey became a viral sensation for a street interview she did earlier in the year where she coined her ‘Hawk Tuah’ catchphrase.Haliey Welch has linked up with Jake PaulCredit: GettyPaul has signed ‘Hawk Tuah’ girl Haliey to his Betr media companyCredit: GettyAnd she has been making the most of her internet fame by making public appearances, including at Paul’s last fight.She was a guest on the YouTuber-turned-boxer’s podcast later that night – but now she will have a show of her own. Haliey revealed she is launching her own podcast with Paul’s Betr media company.She said: “I’m so thankful to have my own podcast where you’ll discover the real Haliey Welch. READ MORE ON JAKE PAUL”I’m delighted to join the progressive team at Betr who fully gets me.”My show will have a little of everything – great guests, laughs, relationship pointers, and, of course, some down home southern charm.” Haliey became an overnight social media hit for a street interview she gave on a night out in Nashville.Content creator Tim&DeeTV asked: “What is something you do in bed that drives a man crazy every time?”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSShe then gave an X-rated description of her sexual exploits.Haliey then infamously added: “You gotta give him that ‘hawk tuah,’ and spit on that thing.”Hawk Tuah girl teases UFC move as she posts training video after being called out for fight by Astrid WettThe American has featured on several podcasts and internet shows since her viral moment.But she has also used her new-found notoriety for good having launched fundraisers for animals shelters, which she wants to continue doing.Haliey Welch became an viral sensation for her ‘hawk tuah’ interview on social mediaCredit: Twitter/x/ The Postman @officalpostmanHaliey has become a social media starCredit: instagram @hay_welchShe has featured on several internet showsCredit: instagram @hay_welchHailey Welch with Jake Paul More

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    From Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury to all American pound-for-pound clash, Eddie Hearn’s five must-see boxing fights

    EDDIE HEARN has an all-American showdown and a Battle of Britain on his five-fight wishlist.Hearn joined forces with his promotional rivals amid the influence of Saudi Arabia’s cash injection into boxing. Eddie Hearn with promotional rival Frank WarrenCredit: PASo now more than ever, fans can finally get excited with the biggest bouts at last going from dreams to reality. Hearn gave SunSport his pick of the bunch and we help break down what makes them so special. Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury Needless to say, it’s the biggest fight the sport has to offer and it is within touching distance. All that is left to do is the small hurdle of AJ beating Daniel Dubois, 26, on September 21 and Fury avenging defeat to Oleksandr Usyk, 37, in December. READ MORE IN BOXINGThat would set Joshua, 34, and Fury, 36, up for a monster undisputed bout next year. But, Saudi boxing kingpin Turki Alalshikh has insisted no matter what the individual results, he wants AJ to fight Fury in 2025. And no doubt most Brits would agree.Derek Chisora vs Johnny Fisher Chisora, 40, rolled back the clock to beat Joe Joyce, 38, in a July thriller, proving he does still have more to give. Most read in BoxingAnd the fan favourite is determined to fight twice more to reach 50 milestone bouts.Fisher, 25, is proving to be one of Britain’s most popular fighters with a huge backing on social media and in ticket sales at 12-0 with 11 KOs but no notable names yet on the record. Taking on Chisora would be the ultimate crossroads clash but one which would sell out any arena in no time. Chantelle Cameron vs Sandy Ryan Cameron, 33, had a thrilling two-fight series with Katie Taylor, 38, which ended one apiece. She then left Hearn for Frank Warren and returned with victory over Elhem Mekhaled.Ryan, 30, meanwhile is the WBO welterweight champion and has feuded with Cameron online. It has all the makings for a real grudge match to spark fans’ interest.Dennis McCann vs Peter McGrail McCann is undefeated in his 17 fights and tipped as one of the UK’s brightest talents. McGrail meanwhile is three years removed from his Olympic campaign in Tokyo. The super-bantamweight does not have as much time on his hands and needs to get the big fights in soon. McCann, 23, meanwhile could profit off having a big-named domestic rival with McGrail, 28, the perfect dance partner. Terence Crawford vs Jaron Ennis Moving across the Pond and Crawford, 36, has a strong claim as the world’s best boxer.He is a champion in four divisions and recently moved up to light-middleweight to beat Israil Madrimov for the WBA strap. READ MORE SUN STORIESEnnis, 27, meanwhile inherited the IBF title vacated by Crawford at welterweight but he is willing to move up to fight his American rival. It would be a classic battle of youth versus experience with unbeaten records going on the line. More

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    MMA star reveals talks with Eddie Hall despite 13 STONE difference after missing out on Floyd Mayweather and KSI fight

    TYRON WOODLEY revealed wild talks to fight Eddie Hall despite their huge 13 STONE weight difference. Woodley once held the UFC welterweight title before then making a move into boxing where he was twice beaten by Jake Paul. Eddie Hall has crossed over to MMACredit: Rex FeaturesTyron Woodley says he was in talks to fight Eddie HallCredit: Getty Images – GettyFormer world’s strongest man Hall, 36, lost his boxing debut against strongman rival Hafthor Bjornsson, 35, in 2022.But he crossed over to MMA this year to defeat TikTok stars Jamil and Jamel Neffat in a crazy two-on-one bout. And despite weighing 26 stone – compared to the 13 stone of Woodley – the two were linked with a bout. Woodley, 42, told Overdogs Podcast: “I’m not down for these three-week notice fights to build somebody else’s name up.READ MORE IN MMA“You see the heavyweight dude that fought two motherf***ers at one time, 365[lbs]? “Motherf***er asked me to fight this dude on three weeks’ notice in Ireland in MMA.” Woodley’s last fight in the cage was a 2021 defeat Vicente Luque, 32, which was his fourth loss in a row. He then lost on points to YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul, 27, before getting knocked out in the rematch. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSWoodley has not fought since despite talks with KSI, 31, and boxing great Floyd Mayweather, 47. He said: “I had some guy’s b**** out. I was supposed to fight Floyd in June. It was never supposed to be [John] Gotti [III]. That fight was me originally.“I was supposed to fight KSI in January last year. He flaked out and took Dillon Danis.”Watch The Neffati Brothers’ arrogant walk on just moments before sickening KO by Eddie Hall More

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    Brit champion boxer Callum Simpson’s sister Lily Rae, 19, dies in Zante car crash as he pays heartbreaking tribute

    CHAMPION Brit boxer Callum Simpson’s sister has tragically died in a horror car crash in Greece. Lily Rae Simpson, 19, had gone to Zante for a sunny vacation when she met with the fatal accident. Callum Simpson’s sister has tragically died in a horror car crash in GreeceCredit: Instagram @callumsimpLily-Rae Simpson was visiting Zante for a holiday when the tragic crash took placeCredit: Instagram @callumsimpThe teen was rushed to Athens in an air ambulance where she was given urgent medical treatment – but died on August 21 of the injuries. A heartbroken Callum shared the tragic news on social media yesterday. Posting a picture of him posing with his little sister, the boxer wrote: “Absolutely heartbroken to say that my beautiful little sister, Lily-Rae, was in a road accident while on holiday in Zante.”She was flown to Athens and spent 10 days in ICU, but despite the best efforts of the medical teams, Lily sadly passed away.”Callum, a British, Commonwealth and WBA Continental Champion from Barnsley, said he would “continue to make her sister proud”.He added: “Even though she used to ring me to complain about being referred to as ‘Callum Simpson’s sister’, I know she loved the hype. ” I will continue to make her proud. Love you always.”Callum Simpson’s rise as a boxer EXCLUSIVE By Wally Downes Jr, Boxing Reporter Callum Simpson used to fit Kell Brook’s shoes but now he wants to fill his boots.Barnsley’s 27-year-old super-middleweight put himself through college with a part-time job in a menswear shop where Sheffield’s former welterweight world champ would pop in for free gear.Simpson would have to race up and down stairs to cater for his celebrated fellow Yorkshireman.But now the tables have turned and Brook will drive 12 miles up the M1 to support Simpson, in his bid to dethrone dangerous British and Commonwealth champ Zak Chelli.Simpson told SunSport: “Between the ages of 16-18 I worked part-time, while I was still in college, in a clothes shop that sponsored Kell Brook.“When Kell would come in I would have to wait for him to pick all the shoes he wanted, run upstairs to find them all in his size, then loosen all the laces so he could slide them on, like Cinderella. Simpson would have to race up and down stairs to cater for his celebrated fellow Yorkshireman.But now the tables have turned and Brook will drive 12 miles up the M1 to support Simpson, in his bid to dethrone dangerous British and Commonwealth champ Zak Chelli.Ahead of Saturday’s shootout at Simpson’s beloved Barnley’s Oakwell stadium, he told SunSport: “Between the ages of 16-18 I worked part-time, while I was still in college, in a clothes shop that sponsored Kell Brook.“We would get free tickets for his fights when they were at the Sheffield arena and my mates would always tell me ‘that’ll be you one day’.“And now I am signed with Boxxer and Sky Sports and Kell has messaged me to say he will come over and watch.“So going from loosening his shoes to having him at ringside will be a nice and surreal moment. But it’s all come from hard work.”Simpson continued to subsidise his training and fighting with work in fashion right up until last year when he broke out of the small-hall circuit.He’s timed his 14-0 form perfectly as the new Saudi money flooding into the sport is giving some of these brave men the fortunes they deserve.But boxing fans should remember the blood, sweat, tears and honest toil they all go through to get anywhere near the top.“This stuff doesn’t happen overnight,” the down-to-earth lad said.“When I had my first area title fight in 2022, my first 10-rounder, I was training twice a day and working 45hr weeks, Saturdays and Sundays.“For that fight, I weighed in at Friday lunchtime and rushed into work to make up the time, then boxed on Saturday and worked all day Sunday.“My second fight was a four-rounder in 2019, on a Josh Warrington undercard at Leeds arena and I worked the next day.“This stuff doesn’t happen overnight,” the down-to-earth lad said.“When I had my first area title fight in 2022, my first 10-rounder, I was training twice-a-day and working 45hr weeks, Saturdays and Sundays.“For that fight I weighed-in at Friday lunchtime and rushed into work to make up the time, then boxed on Saturday and worked all day Sunday.“My second fight was a four-rounder in 2019, on a Josh Warrington undercard at Leeds arena and I worked the next day. More

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    ‘I know what went on’ says former world champion as he reveals offer to join Tyson Fury camp for Oleksandr Usyk rematch

    BILLY JOE SAUNDERS has sensationally claimed Tyson Fury didn’t have the best camp for his first dust-up with Oleksandr Usyk.The Gypsy King came up short in his bid for undisputed heavyweight glory against the Ukrainian in May, suffering a split decision defeat in their Saudi showdown.Tyson Fury locked horns with Oleksandr Usyk in MayCredit: GETTYThe Gypsy King suffered a split decision defeat to the Ukrainian in their Saudi showdownCredit: GETTYBilly Joe Saunders reckons Fury can do a number on Usyk second time aroundCredit: INSTAGRAM@SAUNDERSBILLYJOEFury, 36, was in peak physical condition in the Riyadh rumble but couldn’t outfox the slick southpaw, who nearly knocked him out in the ninth round.But long-time pal Saunders has revealed all was not well with the Wythenshawe warrior’s preparations for the legacy-defining fight.He told talkSPORT: “I’m not making any excuses for him, but I know what went on in camp and what didn’t go on in camp [the first time around].“I know that even when it came to sparring and other bits and bobs, there was stuff missing out of it that needs to be rectified and put right this time.READ MORE IN BOXING”He’s [Fury] asked me to go away to training camp with him. “So, I’m delighted to say I will be going with him.”Fury and Usyk will renew their rivalry in a second straight desert dust-up on December 21, although all the heavyweight marbles won’t be up for grabs.And Saunders how no doubt in his mind that Fury can avenge his first professional defeat if he makes a few tweaks to his game plan.He said: “Tyson Fury, he can beat Usyk three times in one night with one simple game plan.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”My honest opinion is I don’t think there’s anyone out there who can outbox Usyk.”Tyson has got to get it out of his head that you’re not going to be running at this man or waiting.Everything we know about Fury-Usyk 2“It’s very, very simple how to beat him. You have to use your size. You have to use your physical advantages.”You have to use every attribute to full effect with this man. “I believe Tyson will win the next fight, and I believe that he will win by knockout as well.”Fury is hellbent on exacting revenge on Usyk, saying in June: “Hey guys, Tyson Fury here. Back in the gym, as you can see.”[I’m] counting down the days until I can get my redemption on Usyk.”December 21 is going to be my time. I’ve done everything in boxing, but I ain’t come back from a loss.”And I relish it, the chance to redeem myself GET UP.”December 21 is all me – undisputed heavyweight here I come.” More

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    British star upgraded to Paralympics bronze after gold medal winner disqualified and banned from second event

    BRIT sprinter Zac Shaw will leave Paris 2024 with a medal after a rival was DISQUALIFIED from the T12 100m.Shaw initially finished the race in fourth place, with Turkey’s Serkan Yildirim, USA’s Noah Malone and Brazil’s Joeferson Marinho de Oliveira taking home the gold, silver and bronze medals respectively.ParalympicsGB star Zac Shaw missed out on a bronze medal in the T12 100m finalCredit: GETTYBut the disqualification of race winner Serkan Yildirim has resulted in him medallingCredit: GETTYBut the retrospective disqualification of race winner Yildirim due to the discovery of his ineligibility to compete has seen ParalympicsGB star Shaw bumped up to the bronze medal position.A World Para Athletics statement read: “On the morning of 30 August, World Para Athletics (WPA) was notified of a without notice interim injunction issued by a single judge in the Bonn regional court, requiring the NPC Turkey athlete, Mr Serkan Yildirim, to be entered into the Para-athletics men’s 100m T12 and 400m T12 medal events at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games.”WPA was not provided with notice of the proceedings, or any opportunity to participate in them.”Under both the WPA classification rules and the WPA qualification regulations for Paris 2024 an athlete with a Sport Class Status ‘Review’, such as Mr Yildirim, is not eligible to compete.READ MORE PARALYMPICS NEWS”Solely in order to comply with the court order, WPA permitted Mr Yildirim to compete in the men’s 100m T12 event, pending the outcome of WPA’s appeal against the injunction.”WPA has now successfully appealed the injunction and the injunction has been lifted by the court with immediate effect.”The results of Mr Yildirim in the men’s 100m T12 medal event have been disqualified, with all resulting consequences. “The medals from the men’s 100m T12 medal event will be reallocated.Most read in Athletics”WPA appreciates the patience”WPA appreciates the patience and professionalism shown by the other teams and athletes affected by these proceedings.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSChannel 4’s Paralympics Line-UpChannel 4 have a star-studded line-up of hosts and pundits for their coverage of the 2024 Paralympics”WPA is unable to provide further substantive comment at this point in time.”Shaw, 28, has yet to react to the news, although ParalympicsGB fans were over the moon at his retrospective winning of bronze.Heartbreaking moment Brit certain for Paralympics 2024 gold suddenly crashes and collapses onto velodrome floorOne said: “So well deserved! I hope he gets his moment on the podium!”Another said: “What ! Wow! Amazing.”And another said: “Congratulations @shawzac on winning a bronze medal so happy for you.”One remarked: “Fantastic news Zac so happy for you.”Another chimed in: “Wooooo @shawzac bringing home a medal fully deserved.” More

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    Watch bizarre moment Chris Eubank Jr pummels Ed Balls with punches live on Good Morning Britain

    CHRIS EUBANK JR was taken the distance by TV host Ed Balls after a bizarre Good Morning Britain challenge. Eubank – son of the brilliant Chris Sr – was on the day show to discuss his return bout on October 12 in Saudi Arabia.Chris Eubank Jr gives Ed Balls a barrage of body punchesCredit: RexBalls made it to the final bell amid the body assaultCredit: RexBut first, he was tasked with leathering former politician Balls with body shots for 20 seconds straight. Former Chancellor of the Exchequer Balls, 57 was wearing a padded belt for his safety, and the show’s medic was on standby.Co presenter Susanna Reid, 53, said: “We should say we have our medic Phil on standby if Ed needs any sort of support.”As the boxer started punching the TV host, Susanna looked shocked and said: “Oh my goodness. Go gentler.”READ MORE IN BOXINGEubank, 34, replied: “I’m trying not to go too low.”Eubank appeared to pull his punches as Balls winced in pain but miraculously he stayed on his feet and took the punishment until the final bell.The former WBA world champion told the ITV host he was very impressed with how he took the punches.And Susanna joked the belt looked as though it was rather low.Most read in BoxingEd replied: “I kept pushing it down, I kept thinking, ‘get it lower, get it lower’. I was slightly worried I might have to change my surname.”Eubank admitted he didn’t hit as hard as possible, saying: “I mean, I’m not going to kill the guy on national TV.”CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBalls said afterwards: “I can’t speak very well at the moment.”Susanna joked: “It’s almost as if you’ve just been punched and winded.”When the programme returned from an advert break, Ed appeared to have recovered himself. Eubank has not boxed since his rematch victory over Liam Smith, 35, last September. Susanna Reid laughs as her co-host takes a beatingCredit: RexChris Eubank Jr is due to fight next monthCredit: RexAwkward moment Daniel Dubois tells Eddie Hearn to ‘calm down’ before Anthony Joshua threatens rival with chairSo it will be over one year out the ring by the time he returns against Pole Kamil Szeremeta, 34, in Riyadh. Eubank said: “This is a very important fight for me to get back in the swing of things, 34-years-old, 35 next month, no this month September. “So this is kind of, we’re coming into the final chapter, my last three or four years in the game. “I’ve got to make a statement, I’ve got to go out there and perform and win these big fights each and every time now because these are like my legacy fights. What people remember me for.”Eubank was linked with a mega-fight against Canelo Alvarez, 34, and also a rematch with Billy Joe Saunders, 35. READ MORE SUN STORIESBut asked if he can beat Szeremeta, he said: “Absolutely. He’s a tough opponent from Poland he is the type of guy that is perfect for a guy who’s been out the ring for a year, come back. “He’s a tough guy, he’s got a great record I think he’s got 24 wins, two losses. Yeah, I’m excited.” More