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    Tyson Fury could fight for WORLD TITLE in boxing return as doubt over Anthony Joshua clash continues

    TYSON FURY could end up fighting for a world title in his first fight back from retirement.The Gypsy King called it quits for again in January following back-to-back losses to former undisputed heavyweight champ Oleksandr Usyk.Tyson Fury announced his fifth retirement from boxing in January on the back of defeats to Oleksandr UsykCredit: GETTYWBC chief Mauricio Sulaiman has refused to rule out the possibility of Fury fighting for a belt upon his returnCredit: REUTERSSaudi boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh is expected to table Fury an astronomical offer to coax him out of retirement for a mammoth showdown with Anthony Joshua.And WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman has refused to rule out the prospect of Fury fighting for their prestigious green belt, telling The Action Network: “We don’t speculate.”But we have many examples of how we have attended former champions, former legends coming back to boxing.”If you remember, Sugar Ray Leonard challenged Marvin Hagler after a four-year retirement.READ MORE ON FURY”The WBC analysed the medicals and looked into everything. “Even Tyson Fury retired in the past and came back to fight for the WBC title. So let’s see.”Former two-time unified heavyweight Fury is seemingly content with life without boxing, recently telling cousin Andy Lee that he “can’t be f***ed” with the sport.And Sulaiman insists the Wythenshawe warrior has nothing left to prove.Most read in BoxingCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsHe said: “It all depends, it is all on him. He has a beautiful family.”I believe the money that he has sets him up for life and if he decides to stay retired then he will be a happy man.”But if he decides to come back to boxing then he can beat anyone.”Safety is first, with happiness and legacy is more of an important matter than what boxing and money can bring.”If he was to fight, he would be fighting for pride but he’s an unbelievable human being.”Boxing fans around the world are hoping Fury comes out of retirement to face AJ, who hasn’t given up hope of their Battle of Britain finally coming to fruition.The Watford warrior told iFL TV: “I feel like it’s the best fight [for me].”People might say [Joseph] Parker, people might say – I don’t know.Anthony Joshua is refusing to give up hope of fighting Tyson FuryCredit: REUTERS”But I think Fury, commercially, is a great fight and it’s a great man’s fight as well. So I think it makes sense.”You could say it’s been years in the making. But listen, the heavyweight division has been thriving.”And why I say it’s probably still a great fight is as I said Parker is, for me, a great story of someone that never gives up.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And the thing is, there is going to be one winner and one loser and there’s going to be bloodshed. “And it ain’t gonna be mine.” More

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    Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn pulled apart by security as tempers flare during interview with Piers Morgan

    FEUDING boxer Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn have clashed again ahead of their Best of British showdown.The fierce rivals had to be kept apart during a fiery appearance on Piers Morgan’s YouTube show Uncensored. Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn have been pulled apart by security againCredit: X @PiersUncensoredEubank Jr smashed an egg into Benn’s face at last month’s first press conferenceCredit: GettyNext Gen claimed the move was a dig at Benn’s failed drugs testsCredit: AlamySecurity accompanied both fighters to the recording following an ugly incident last month. Eubank smashed an egg into Benn’s face during a fractious press conference in Manchester on February 25. Benn was left incensed, with a wild fracas breaking out on stage.Eubank claimed the egg slap was a reference to his opponent’s drugs ban in 2022.READ MORE ON BOXINGAppearing alongside Morgan, security guards got between the fighters as they traded verbal barbs. Benn was heard sneering in the trailer: “Can you check this p**** for any eggs?Eubank fired back: “I don’t need eggs my friend, these fists are more than enough.”I hate what he stands for.Most read in Boxing”I hate what he did, failing those two drug tests is unacceptable.”Cheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsBenn later accused Next Gen of “disrespect” as Morgan looked on nervously from his presenting chair. Eubank fired back: “You can’t give it and not take it.”Conor Benn pulled apart from Chris Eubank Jr after SLAP at Battle of Britain press conferenceSecurity then got involved to make sure the pair could not trade any punches.Eubank and Benn were originally scheduled to meet almost three years ago. But the fight was KO’d after The Destroyed failed two drug tests.The WBC suggested the 28-year-old had failed test for clomiphene could have been related to an intake of eggs. Benn has since been cleared of any wrongdoing by boxing’s National Anti-Doping Panel (NADP).He is moving up two weights for the grudge match on April 26 and is reportedly in tip-top shape early in camp.Benn’s promoter Eddie Hearn told talkSPORT: “We live in an age where [fighters] like to document their work.”Conor Benn is training like a man possessed.”I think Chris Eubank’s on the beach at the minute. He hits pads for about 30 seconds and then puts it out on Instagram.”In my opinion, Conor Benn is on another level to Chris Eubank Jr.READ MORE SUN STORIES”But in stepping up two divisions, physically he’s at a huge disadvantage.”You can watch the full exchange on Piers Morgan Unscensored on March 14. More

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    Tyson Fury teases spectacular boxing comeback at Old Trafford as fans say ‘it’d better be Anthony Joshua’

    TYSON FURY has seemingly teased a potential return to the ring – less than two months after announcing his retirement.The Gypsy King stunned boxing fans around the world in January by hanging up his gloves for the fifth time.Tyson Fury announced his retirement in January following consecutive losses to Oleksandr UsykCredit: GETTYFury’s retirement has seemingly put an end to a showdown with Anthony JoshuaCredit: REUTERSBut Gypsy King’s promoters – Queensberry Promotions – have appeared to tease a potential ring return for the Wythenshawe warriorCredit: X@QUEENSBERRYFury’s latest retirement came on the back of consecutive losses to Oleksandr Usyk and seemingly put the final nail in the coffin of a domestic dust-up with Anthony Joshua.But he’s appeared to tease a ring return through his promoter, Queensberry Promotions.On Monday, Queensberry’s official X page posted a video of Fury about to walk onto the pitch at Old Trafford while wearing an England flag. The video’s accompanying caption read, which included eye and hourglass emoji, read: “The return of The Gypsy King?” Boxing fans were quick to comment, with one asking: “AJ?” Another said: It had better be the AJ fight or I’m not interested.” Another said: “Could you imagine if it’s Jake Paul?” One chimed in: “What’s this all about?”Most read in BoxingCheltenham Festival betting offers and free betsSeveral viewers of the post, however, believe the video was teasing Fury’s appearance at Soccer Aid 2025, which is expected to take place at Old Trafford in June.Fury, 36, has remained radio silent on his fighting future since announcing his latest retirement on social media.Has Tyson Fury really retired after calling it a day for the fourth time?But cousin Andy Lee recently revealed the former two-time unified heavyweight champion is content with his life without boxing.When asked about his recent chats with Fury, the former WBO middleweight champ told iFL TV: “[It’s] just the odd message here and there and he seems vey happy.”[He said], ‘Andy I’m not f****d.’ That’s what he said. ‘I couldn’t be f****d with it.’ He’s very happy.”Saudi boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh is expected to make Fury an astronomical offer to reverse his latest retirement and throw down with Joshua in a long-overdue Battle of Britain.AJ hasn’t given up hope of finally sharing the ring with the Wythenshawe warrior, telling iFL TV: “I feel like it’s the best fight [for me].”People might say [Joseph] Parker, people might say – I don’t know.”But I think Fury, commercially, is a great fight and it’s a great man’s fight as well. So I think it makes sense.”You could say it’s been years in the making. But listen, the heavyweight division has been thriving.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And why I say it’s probably still a great fight is as I said Parker is, for me, a great story of someone that never gives up.”And the thing is, there is going to be one winner and one loser and there’s going to be bloodshed. And it ain’t gonna be mine.” More

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    UFC boss Dana White reveals details on new boxing league including change of weight classes and world title belts

    DANA WHITE has shed some light on the structure of TKO’s boxing league.The UFC and WWE’s parent company officially announced the launch of its Saudi and Ring Magazine-backed promotion earlier this month.The TKO Group announced the launch of its Saudi-backed boxing league this monthCredit: INSTAGRAM@DANAWHITETurki Alalshikh has enlisted the services of UFC boss Dana White to run the leagueCredit: INSTAGRAM@TURKIALALSHIKHWhite has shed some light on the format of TKO BoxingCredit: APSaudi boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh has enlisted the services of White to implement the UFC model, which he hopes in time will “crush” rival promotions.The league’s format quickly became a talking point following the official announcement, which sparked questions over boxing’s established sanctioning bodies.And White has revealed the promotion won’t be playing ball with the likes of the IBF and WBC, aiming to have “one belt” per weight class.The 55-year-old recently told ESPN: “It’s all going to go away. There’s going to be one belt.READ MORE IN BOXING”It’ll be like the UFC. The model is the model that we have [in UFC]. [The] WBC, IBF, WBA, etc., etc.”They will deal with those traditional promoters that are out there that exist right now. We’re not going to do that.”It will likely take several years for TKO Boxing to start signing the big hitters in the sport, many of whom are tied up in promotional deals with the likes of Matchroom and Queensberry Promotions.Additionally, the esteem in which the IBF, WBA, WBC and WBO titles are held in by fighters could also slow down TKO’s bid to get the top talent in the sport.Most read in SportJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSTKO Boxing won’t have anything to do with boxing’s traditional sanctioning bodiesCredit: AFPBut White believes the sanctioning bodies will eventually become obsolete given the allure of the Ring Magazine title.He continued: “We’re going to have the basic weight classes that started everything. We will have one champion.Dana White gives brutal response to working with rivals Bob Arum and Oscar de la Hoya after UFC boss enters boxing”And you know how you’re going to know who the champion is because they’re going to fight their way up through the gauntlet.”And once you get into the top five, you know who the five baddest dudes in the heavyweight division are.”And then you’ll find out who the champion is. They will defend their titles and that’s how it’ll work.”The launch date for TKO Boxing is currently unknown, although Alalshikh – the Chairman of Saudi Arabia’s General Entertainment Authority – has hinted that the September showdown between Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford could be the promotion’s inaugural show.During an appearance on ESPN, he said: “Ask [Dana] when the first event will be held in September. Ask him to answer… Maybe it’ll be September 12th.” More

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    Dick McTaggart dead aged 89: Tributes pour in after Britain’s best-ever amateur boxer and Olympic gold medallist dies

    BRITAIN’s greatest amateur boxer Dick McTaggart has sadly died away aged 89. The Scottish slugger’s passing was announced by his family in an emotional social media statement. Dick McTaggart has sadly passed away aged 89Credit: RexMcTaggart is the only Scottish boxer to have ever won a gold medal at the OlympicsCredit: PAMcTaggart had a whopping 610 of his 634 amateur fightsCredit: GETTYIt read: “In loving memory of Dick McTaggart, a cherished husband, father, grandfather and friend. “A true gentleman and legend in the boxing world. “His kindness, determination, humour and spirit will never be forgotten. “He will be deeply missed but forever in our hearts. Rest peacefully.”READ MORE BOXING NEWSTributes poured in for the late McTaggart – who turned his efforts to training the next generation of fighters following his retirement – from around the boxing world after the announcement of his death.A Commonwealth Games Scotland statement read: “Everyone at Commonwealth Games Scotland was saddened to learn of the passing of boxing legend Dick McTaggart MBE.”Widely regarded as Dundee’s greatest ever sportsman, McTaggart won Commonwealth Games gold and silver medals as part of a remarkable amateur career, winning 610 of 634 bouts.”Our thoughts are with his family and friends at this time.”Most read in BoxingDick Mctaggart won gold at the 1956 Olympics in AustraliaCredit: GETTYFormer WBO super-featherweight champion Alex Arthur said: “Never mind Scotland… Dick Mctaggart is Great Britain’s greatest ever amateur boxer. “Remember a chat with Dick and him saying was nice winning the Olympic gold but imagine doing it in a Scottish vest! Eddie Hearn reveals latest on Anthony Joshua’s boxing return”Scotland might not see an Olympic boxer for years.”Boxing commentator Andy Clarke said of McTaggart at the BBBOC Awards in London: “He was a phenomenon.”One boxing fan wrote on X: “Rest in Peace, Dick McTaggart, and thank you.”Dick ran our Boxing Club at Crookston Castle School, until the bigwigs decided you needed to be a professional to teach.”Another said: “Rest in peace, champ.”McTaggart retired from boxing at 30 but closed the book on his career with accolades galore.The Dundonian’s finest achievement came at the 1956 Olympics in Melbourne, where he became the first Scottish boxer to win a gold medal.McTaggart made Scot’s Olympic history at the tender age of 21.Tributes poured in for the late Dick McTaggart from around the boxing worldCredit: PAMcTaggart was held in incredible esteem by his peersCredit: RexRecalling his triumph in a 2021 interview with The Courier, he said: “I had collected my gold medal and wanted to go away and celebrate with Terry Spinks, who had also won gold.”But I was told by the officials, ‘Do not leave the hall, there might be a wee surprise for you.’“Then, later on, they announced that I had won the Val Barker Trophy (which is awarded to the most outstanding boxer at the Games).”And that meant more to the British delegation that any of the other medals and prizes.”Because no British competitor had ever won it before. “And I reckon that I must have filled the trophy up with champagne about 150 times that night as everybody celebrated.”He’d competed at the Rome Olympics four years later but left the Eternal City with a bronze.READ MORE SUN STORIESMcTaggart would also win multiple Armed Forces titles during his time in the RAF.He’d also win gold at the 1960 British Empire and Commonwealth Games and an amateur European title. More

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    Johnny Fisher says Chinese takeaway will be his secret ingredient for Dave Allen rematch… and reveals famous order

    JOHNNY FISHER hopes reintroducing Chinese takeaway into his fight diet will be the special ingredient for his rematch against Dave Allen. Fisher abstained from his favourite fast food for six months before beating Allen via controversial decision in Saudi Arabia in December.Johnny Fisher is bringing a Chinese takeaway back into his fight dietCredit: Instagram @johnnyfisher1Fisher with his TikTok famous dad Big JohnCredit: Instagram @johnnyfisher1But he is going back to his roots ahead of the May 17 rematch by bringing back his trademark weekend treat. Fisher, 26, told SunSport: “I love a Chinese. Sometimes it ain’t a bad thing on a Saturday night to have a big fuel up.”Because yeah, it’s nice to stick to it all the time like I did on my last fight, but sometimes you need a bit of c**p in your system and a bit of a bit of hair on your chest, you know.”A bit of egg fried rice ain’t a problem. Last time I didn’t have a Chinese in six months before that fight, but I don’t even think that’s a good thing.READ MORE IN BOXING”Bit of Chinese ain’t gonna hurt you, do you know what I mean? Bit of chunk on you, it’s not a problem.”Fisher’s dad Big John has become a viral TikTok sensation for his love of Chinese food and loyalty to his favourite takeaway restaurant. The Fisher family sit down for a meal every Saturday and Johnny has the order memorised. But whether he is victorious against Allen again or not, the 13-0 heavyweight will have to wait to enjoy his celebratory feast. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSJohnny Fisher’s Chinese takeaway order Egg fried riceSpecial fried riceHouse special Chow MeinSweet and sour chicken Hong Kong styleCrispy pork,Beef Cantonese styleChicken ballsPork ballsChicken and sweetcorn salt soupFisher said: “After a good night’s work, Chinese is when it’s best felt.”On the night of the fight though, I don’t actually feel like eating after the fight, it’s just the adrenaline’s pumping.John Fisher opens up on his son’s brutal fight against Dave Allen after he needed brain scan “So Sunday night’s normally the Chinese night after a fight.”Fisher was down in round five against Allen and deemed fortunate to have walked away with his unbeaten record intact.But the Romford Bull looks to silence any doubters by heading right into a rematch to settle the score once and for all. Fisher, who had a brain scan after the win, said: “It was always in the back of my mind that I wanted to do it again because it was a close fight. “But then I watched it back and thought I won by one round. There’s always other opportunities – my life don’t revolve around this rematch. “But something in the back of my mind wanted to do it again – so let’s do it.” Fisher rematches Dave Allen on May 17Credit: PAFisher won the first fight on pointsCredit: Getty More

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    Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards: Date, start time, TV channel and undercard

    THREE Bantamweight titles are up for grabs as Andrew Cain and Charlie Edwards go head-to-head on Saturday night!Cain will be fighting in his hometown of Liverpool and will be defending his WBC International Silver Bantamweight belt – but that’s not the only title on the line.Charlie Edwards is back in action on the undercard of Nick Ball vs TJ DOhenyThe 28-year-old star will also be defending his British and Commonwealth bantamweight titles against Charlie Edwards.Cain defeated Lazaro Casseres by TKO in the second round in his last fight.He faces Charlie Edwards, 31, who has not lost a professional bout since 2016.Edwards was victorious against Thomas Essomba by unanimous decision as he looks to continue his rebuild towards another world title tilt.More Boxing NewsThe bout is set as the co-main event of the fight card which is known as ‘Hard Days Night’. The Liverpool card also features a massive world title fight between Nick Ball and TJ Doheny as the main event.When is Andrew Cain vs Charlie EdwardsThe Fight is live from the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool on Saturday, March 15.The card is set to start at 7pm GMT.The ring walk for Andrew Cain and Charlie Edwards is scheduled for approximately 9pm GMT.What TV channel is Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards on and can it be streamed?Andrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards will be available on TNT Sports and Discovery+.Viewers will need a TNT Sports subscription in order to watch the fight.Alternatively, coverage will be available via SunSport’s live blog.Most read in BoxingFull cardNick Ball vs TJ Doheny – for WBA featherweight titleAndrew Cain vs Charlie Edwards – for British & Commonwealth bantamweight titles and WBC Silver titlesBrad Strand vs Ionut Baluta – for European super-bantamweight titleJadier Herrera vs Jose EnriquezJack Turner vs Ryan FarragBoma Brown vs Cristian UwakaJack Power vs Jose AguirreStephen Clarke vs Dmitri ProtkunasWilliam Birchall vs Engel GomezLucas Biswana vs Ezequiel GregoresLewis Lawton vs Artjom SpatarLeighton Birchall vs Laszlo Bernath More

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    Eddie Hearn leaps to defence of Jake Paul after Canelo fight is blocked… and compares HIMSELF to YouTube star

    EDDIE HEARN leaped to Jake Paul’s defence amid the collapse of his Canelo Alvarez fight – and even compared HIMSELF to the YouTube star.YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul and Mexican great Canelo were close to announcing a shock May 3 bout in Las Vegas. Eddie Hearn leaped to Jake Paul’s defence after the Canelo Alvarez fight collapsedCredit: RexCanelo walked away from a deal to fight Jake PaulCredit: GettyBut Canelo pulled the plug at the last minute to instead sign a bumper four-fight deal with Saudi supremo Turki Alalshikh. Paul claimed the powers that be did everything they could to prevent the mega-fight – sickened at the thought of him fighting boxing’s best.And Hearn actually agrees with the American’s sentiment – even seeing a bit of himself in the self-proclaimed Problem Child. He told SunSport: “I do believe that Jake Paul was ready to fight Canelo Alvarez.READ MORE IN boxing “I know that there’s criticism that he’s never fought a real fight before while he was trying to.”I think anyone that has power, anyone that has a little bit of a big mouth, people will try and block, disrupt. I mean, I have it myself.”So yeah, there’s gonna be a lot of people that will try and stop Jake Paul in his tracks but he’s a very determined young man, smart man. I’m sure he’ll be just fine.”Paul, 28, and Canelo, 34, were on the verge of confirming a cruiserweight clash to be streamed on Netflix. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut powerful Saudi advisor Alalshikh stepped in to offer Canelo a May 4 bout in Riyadh before his super-fight against Terence Crawford, 37, in September. Paul now looks set to turn his attention to a new opponent with SunSport understanding an announcement is close. Eddie Hearn reveals latest on Anthony Joshua’s boxing returnMeanwhile, Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions and Hearn struck a deal to confirm Katie Taylor’s trilogy with Amanda Serrano on July 11.Taylor, 38, has won two controversial decisions over Serrano, 36, in New York’s Madison Square Garden in 2022 and Texas last November. Now they renew their epic rivalry once more at the famous MSG live on Netflix in an all-women’s card. Hearn said: “I felt the size of the second fight, obviously the size of the first fight, the platform as well. “Amanda and Katie could fight 100 times and it would be Fight of The Year contenders every time. “So we were pleased to get a deal done with MVP and looking forward to the trilogy.” Katie Taylor, Hearn, Jake Paul and Amanda SerranoCredit: RexTaylor won the rematch against Serrano in TexasCredit: GettySerrano lost a controversial decision to Taylor in 2022 in New YorkCredit: AP More