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    David Adeleye is the heavyweight tipped by Tyson Fury as Britain’s next star who wanted to be an ARCHITECT before boxing

    DAVID ADELEYE is building back his heavyweight career – after leaving behind plans to be an ARCHITECT before boxing.Adeleye first picked up the gloves at 12 but only three years later did he begin competing seriously as an amateur. David Adeleye was once tipped as the future of the heavyweight divisionCredit: instagram @davidadeleyeAdeleye has sparred Tyson Fury beforeCredit: instagram @davidadeleyeHe has also sparred Anthony Joshua beforeCredit: Instagram @davidadeleye1He would later win national titles before turning professional in 2019 having also studied business management at the University of Wolverhampton.And Adeleye, 28, told The Ring Magazine: “I wanted to be an architect when I was younger.”I look at buildings and I’m intrigued about how they’re made, who made it, who came up with the ideas. “You’ve got to have some sort of adventurous mind to be an architect. I think I’m an adventurous person and a creative person.”READ MORE IN BOXINGAdeleye rushed to 12-0 and also became known as a sparring partner to the stars, including Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua.The Londoner was such a regular in Fury’s Morecambe camp that he even got insured on one of the Gypsy King’s cars. Fury also sung his praises, once saying: “David Adeleye is the future of this division. “I told him the other night in the changing rooms, I said, ‘You’ve got believe in yourself Dave, because you’re going to take over the division, mate.’ Most read in Boxing”And he’s great sparring, very very good sparring. If he was no good to me, then I wouldn’t bring him into my training camps.” Adeleye suffered his first defeat in October 2023 following a brutal knockout loss to Fabio Wardley. David Adeleye and Jeamie TKV forced apart in explosive row ahead of Joe Joyce undercard fight But he bounced back with victory ten months later with an equally savage first-round stoppage of Solomon Dacres in December.Adeleye won the English title that night and now fights for the British belt against ex-sparring partner Jeamie Tshikeva – looking to settle bad blood. The bout lands on the undercard of Joe Joyce’s headline bout against Filip Hrgovic in Manchester.Adeleye warned: “No judges needed. That W’s coming home with me and so is the British title. “When I let these hands go, everyone knows about it. I’m an aggressive person. They’re all going to know about it. Trust me.”Adeleye – who has 12 KOs in his 13 wins – graduated with a degree and even did a dissertation on the business aspect of boxing. And he said: “I still kind of want to do [architecture], maybe. Read More on The Sun”One of my teachers disheartened me by telling me how long the course was at university and it was a long process and whatnot.”Maybe one day, you never know.”Adeleye faces Jeamie TKV for British titleCredit: Leigh Dawney/Queensberry Promotions More

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    ‘I knew that when I started boxing’ – Delicious Orie ready to step up as Britain’s next heavyweight star

    DELICIOUS ORIE entered boxing ready to exploit a heavyweight gap in the market.Born in Moscow to a Russian mother and Nigerian father, Orie’s family moved to England when he was seven years old. Delicious Orie prepares to turn professionalHe was beaten in the 2024 Olympics by Armenia’s Davit ChaloyanCredit: PABut he only picked up boxing at 18 – having previously played basketball – but what followed was a hugely successful amateur career. Orie won a bronze medal at the 2022 European Championships as well as national titles before making it onto Team GB’s 2024 Olympic squad. He was eliminated in the first round of the Paris Games under controversial circumstances and has since turned professional. Orie snubbed an offer from WWE to sign with Hall of Fame promoter Frank Warren – debuting in Manchester on Saturday. READ MORE IN BOXINGAnd he does so with Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury nearing the end of their careers – due to leave behind big gloves that will need filling. Down to earth Orie, 27, told SunSport: “I knew that when I started boxing, I did my market research. “I knew that when I started boxing, I knew that there was a missing target audience that I can appeal to.”I believe that I’m quite real and I could appeal to just normal people and I can also try and inspire as many people that were or still are in my position.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”So I thought to myself, there’s definitely a gap in that market for me. So from before I even thought about turning professional, I knew that.”Orie was tipped to follow in AJ’s steps and win Olympic gold – but he was beaten via controversial decision against Armenia’s Davit Chaloyan. David Adeleye and Jeamie TKV forced apart in explosive row ahead of Joe Joyce undercard fight And he reflected: “The thing that makes it harder is the fact that I’ll never be able to do it again. That’s the part that’s difficult.”Not necessarily the fact that everyone thought I won it. At the end of the day I lost and a judge – someone said you lost – it is what it is.”But it’s the fact that I can’t do it again. I could do it in a different way but it’s not the Olympics. So that, that’s the hardest bit for me to take.”Orie took some time out after his Olympic heartache, travelling to Thailand with his partner. He got a shock offer to trial at the WWE – but ultimately chose boxing after some consideration. Orie said: “First of all, it was time for me to be a bit less selfish and spend time with my family because I know I was away from them for a good few months leading up to the Olympics and also the tournaments and stuff beforehand and the training camps, etc.”So I just needed to give as much time as I can to them. Then it was the WWE seeing what’s that’s like in America and exploring that option.There’ll be people gathering together watching Delecious Orie box, whether they don’t like me or like me, doesn’t matter. They’ll be watching.”And after that, I just needed a few weeks just to really find what my drive is and what is it that I want out of this life.”So that took a few good few weeks and then it was a good few weeks of negotiations and just speaking with different promoters and stuff like that.”So it got us to around this time where I’m like, right OK, cool, I’m ready now. “I know exactly what I need. I’ve got my training facility, I’ve got my promoter. I’m ready to go.”Orie is being coached by Grant Smith in Sheffield and makes his debut on the undercard of Joe Joyce vs Filip Hrgovic. He faces 3-7 Milos Veletic from Bosnia And Herzegovina in what Orie promises will be the first of many eye-catching performances in 2025.Read More on The SunOrie said: “I’ll be very, very busy. And it’ll be very, very exciting.”There’ll be people gathering together watching Delecious Orie box, whether they don’t like me or like me, doesn’t matter. They’ll be watching.”Anthony Joshua with Orie More

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    ‘Beyond ridiculous’ – Tommy Fury slammed for rejecting ‘multiple offers’ from Jake Paul and faces losing out on rematch

    TOMMY FURY has been slammed for turning down “multiple offers” to rematch Jake Paul – and faces losing out on the fight forever.Fury, 25, beat Paul, 28, via split-decision in 2023 and became the first and so far only man to hand the YouTuber-turned-boxer a loss.Jake Paul was beaten by Tommy Fury in 2023Credit: GettyTalk of a rematch has ensued ever since but Paul’s team claim Fury rejected a $6million (£4.5m) offer to do it on Netflix last year. The money could have risen to $8m (£6m) but now Fury risks forfeiting the mega-money fight all together. Paul’s promotional partner Nakisa Bidarian told SunSport: “Tommy was offered an unbelievable deal to headline versus Jake on Netflix and they had a false sense of expectations.”Jake’s not gonna ever offer him that kind of money again. Now if Tommy Fury showed up and said, ‘Jake, here is $20million to fight me and I’m gonna make $20million.’ Right, all the power to you.READ MORE IN BOXING”But they’ve never made an offer once. And we’ve made multiple offers to try to make that rematch happen.  “And if you’re very confident that you’re gonna be Jake Paul, you should have jumped at the opportunity to fight him for $6million plus upside on Netflix.”It’s just beyond ridiculous that they didn’t.”Paul has won five times since the points loss in Saudi Arabia – most recently against Mike Tyson. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSTyson accepted the fight – in place of Fury – under controversial terms due to his age. He was 58 by the time he lost an eight-round decision to Paul – but still over 100 MILLION tuned in to watch on Netflix. Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul is ‘five times’ bigger than Tyson Fury boutFury meanwhile has fought just once since victory over Paul – beating the American’s arch rival KSI, 31, via disputed decision in October 2023.He underwent hand surgery afterwards and pulled out of his scheduled return in January after ex-UFC star Darren Till threatened to KICK him in the ring. Fury has always maintained he spent 2024 out injured nursing his busted hand – suffering a secret battle with depression while doing so. But Bidarian revealed that was not Fury’s reasoning for rejecting their offers to rematch Paul. He said: “That was never mentioned. They were turning it down because they wanted a lot more money.”The only place where Tommy Fury can make anything close to the numbers that Jake Paul offers Tommy Fury is to fight, KSI again.”That’s just being transparent and if that’s what he chooses to do, good for him, that’s not boxing, that’s, that’s a different form of the sport, as you know.Read More on The Sun”It’s not truly viewed as professional boxing but if that’s what he chooses to do, 100 per cent we understand.”But Jake’s at a point where he doesn’t need Tommy Fury to have his career continue to rise. Tommy Fury definitely needs Jake Paul.” Jake Paul beat Mike Tyson on pointsCredit: Reuters – USA Today SportsTommy Fury has not returned since beating KSI in October 2023Credit: Getty More

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    Who is Dan Garber? Boxing record and career so far for Hughie Fury’s next opponent

    HUGHIE FURY returns to the ring on Friday night at the famous York Hall – and does so against Dan Garber.Fury had three comeback victories in 2024 after a three-year absence from boxing amid health issues. Dan Garber, left, faces Hughie FuryCredit: GettyHe looks to improve on his winning run at Bethnal Green in his first bout of the year – but standing in the way is Garber.The Bradford heavyweight is 9-4 in his career and no stranger to big fights. He turned professional in 2017 – at cruiserweight – and won his first four bouts while also moving up to heavyweight. Garber was beaten for the first time in 2023 against Lamah Griggs on points – with mixed results following. READ MORE IN BOXINGHe lost against the likes of Thomas Carty, Moses Itauma and Viddal Riley – but defeated his lesser-known opposition. But Garber, 39, rates Fury, 30, as possibly his toughest test of all. He told the Telegraph & Argus: “On paper, yes (toughest test yet), by a mile.“However, if you look at who I’ve been in with already then you might think different. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”On two days’ notice, I boxed Moses Itauma and look where he’s ranked now in the heavyweight division.“Technically, from a boxing point of view and skill-wise, I do think Hughie is the best heavyweight in the UK. David Adeleye and Jeamie TKV forced apart in explosive row ahead of Joe Joyce undercard fight “I’m not saying he beats everybody in the division, but technically I do believe he’s the best.“He’s very well-schooled and for me, I think Peter Fury (Hughie’s father and trainer) is one of the best trainers around, if not the best, and he doesn’t get the credit he deserves. “He’s the most knowledgeable man in the country when it comes to boxing, I think.”Hughie Fury with trainer and dad PeterCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd More

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    Sky Sports presenter Anna Woolhouse undergoes surgery and shares pictures from hospital bed as she gives health update

    PRESENTER Anna Woolhouse has revealed that she underwent surgery for her endometriosis last week.The Sky Sports star, 41, uploaded a selfie taken in her hospital bed, in addition to a heartfelt message.Anne Woolhouse posted a health update on social mediaCredit: INSTAGRAM / @woolyanna1The Sky Sports presenter shared a picture of herself post-opCredit: INSTAGRAM / @woolyanna1Woolhouse also uploaded a picture of her patched up stomach post-surgery.Updating fans, the popular presenter wrote: “The comeback is always greater than the setback.”It’s been quite the ride the past 7 days. Last week I had my second laparoscopic surgery for endometriosis in 7 years, it was done by the surgeon controlling a robot which blows my mind (avoid slide 2 if you’re squeamish!) it ended up being a slightly chunkier op than I’d bargained for but all ok in the end.”March was endometriosis awareness month, I know I’m a couple of days late, but it’s important to still shine a light on condition that still isn’t known or spoken about nearly enough.READ MORE IN SPORT”It is a condition that affects 1 in 10 women and for so many even getting a diagnosis is a long, emotional and painful process and can be incredibly debilitating to live with.”I was first diagnosed back in 2017 after years of endless GP appointments.”I had my first surgery in 2018 and for a couple of years my symptoms did improve, but alas it came back and in recent years has resulted in some heartbreaking blows and ultimately meant having another surgery, really hoping this will be it.”Woolhouse is primarily known for presenting Sky Sports’ boxing coverage.Most read in BoxingWoolhouse, 41, is a popular Sky Sports presenterCredit: GettyShe has worked at several Anthony Joshua fights for the broadcaster.Just last month she presented coverage of Lauren Price’s victory over Natasha Jonas at the Royal Albert Hall.In Woolhouse’s latest Instagram post, she also thanked staff at Cromwell Hospital in London, while also admitting that watching Married at First Sight on her iPad helped get her through.The Sky Sports star then added: “Sending love to anyone who has endometriosis or if you are on the long path to a diagnosis don’t give up.”For me it’s time to rest and recoup & take some steady walks in the sunshine, so grateful for that.”I might be ‘off games’ for a couple of weeks but I’ll be back wearing dodgy odd socks and trainers in no time.”Woolhouse has also covered darts for Sky SportsCredit: Instagram / @woolyanna1 More

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    David Adeleye vs Jeamie TKV: Start time, live stream, TV channel & undercard for heavyweight grudge match

    DAVID ADELEYE is set to take on Jeamie TKV THIS WEEKEND on the undercard of a stacked Queensberry fight card.They’ll both be eyeing the chance to claim the vacant British heavyweight title with a win on Saturday night.David Adeleye will enter as the favourite against his former sparring partnerJeamie ‘TKV’ Tshikeva is in the biggest fight of his career so farThe heavyweight will be a top supporting act for Joe Joyce’s clash with Filip Hrgovic – who was a late replacement after Dillian Whyte withdrew because of a nasty finger injury.David “Big D” Adeleye is an exciting British heavyweight who is known for his heavy hands and devastating finishes.He has 12 KOs from his 13 wins but last year suffered the first defeat – and KO – of his career in a high-profile bout with Fabio Wardley.Adeleye, 28, bounced back spectacularly with a huge KO win over Solomon Dacres in December to claim the English title.Read more boxing newsThe KO was one of the best of the year as he managed to finish his opponent after just 80 seconds with a devastating left hook.He now looks to bring that momentum with him into 2025 where he is set to clash Jeamie “TKV” Tshikeva.Highly-rated TKV, 31, most recently fought in February this year, where he claimed the vacant IBO international heavyweight title after beating Michael Webster by TKO.He’ll be hoping to make it four wins in a row with a victory on Saturday night.Most read in BoxingThe two fighters are former sparring partners and enter the ring with plenty of beef after they almost came to blows after a radio interview on TalkSPORT earlier this week.Earlier, Adeleye had said live on air: “I’m gonna break this guy’s skull, I’m telling you. I’m gonna really hurt him. Trust me.”TKV later responded: “You’re just trying to be a bully. Really and truly, you’re just pretending.”When is David Adeleye vs Jeamie TKV?The fight is live from the Co-Op Live Arena in Manchester on Saturday, April 5.The card will get underway from 7pm GMT.Ring walks for Adeleye vs TKV are expected at approximately 9.30pm.This is subject to change.What TV channel is David Adeleye vs Jeamie TKV on and can it be streamed?The David Adeleye vs Jeamie TKV fight will be aired and streamed LIVE on DAZN.This will be 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, Adeleye vs TKV – plus the rest of the card – will be blogged live by SunSport.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 Ahmed More

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    Joe Joyce vs Filip Hrgovic: UK start time, live stream, TV channel, full undercard for massive heavyweight clash

    JOE JOYCE returns to the ring this weekend to take on late-notice opponent Filip Hrgovic.After difficult losses against Derek Chisora and Zhilei Zhang, this may be the 39-year-old star’s last run at having a chance to fight for a world title.Joe Joyce is back in action against Filip Hrgovic after his fight with Dillian Whyte fell throughHrgovic was unbeaten before he was KOd by Daniel Dubois last yearOriginally, the bout was set to see the Juggernaut take on British rival Dillian Whyte.But on March 4, Whyte was forced to pull out of the fight due to a horrific finger injury.A replacement was quickly found in Croatian Hrgovic, who steps in to headline this weekend’s main event on just a month’s notice.Hrgovic is coming into this fight after almost a year out of the ring – when he suffered the first defeat of his pro career to a brilliant KO performance from Daniel Dubois.Read more Joyce vs HrgovicThe 32-year-old star will be hoping to bounce back after this loss as he had gained lots of hype for his impressive 17-0 record (at the time) – with 14 of those wins coming by KO.As for Joyce, retirement appears to be staring him in the face should he lose after three defeats in his last four and his only win coming against Kash Ali.When is Joe Joyce vs Filip Hrgovic?Joe Joyce and Filip Hrgovic meet live from the Co-Op Live Arena in Manchester on Saturday, April 5.The main card is expected to get underway from 7pm GMT.The ring walk for the main event is expected to take place at approximately 10.30pm GMT.This is subject to change.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.Most read in BoxingJoe 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 Ahmed More

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    Hughie Fury vs Dan Garber: Date, fight time and live stream information ahead of huge York Hall bout

    HUGHIE FURY returns to the ring on Friday night as he takes on Dan Garber in a huge York Hall bout.Fury signed a multi-fight deal with Izzy Asif’s GBM Sports earlier this year as he looks to climb the ladder back to the top of the heavyweight division.The 30-year-old made his boxing comeback in 2024, fighting three times against Kostiantyn Dovbyshchenko, Patrick Korte and Christian Thun.Fury, the cousin of former heavyweight world champion Tyson, won all three of his bouts last year, albeit against inferior opposition.Now, the Manchester-born boxer turns his attention to his former sparring partner, Dan Garber.The Reaper Man, who has a record of 9-4, has won his last two fights since he lost to Viddal Riley in December.READ MORE IN BOXINGFury will once again go into Friday night’s bout as the favourite, but the inform Garber will be a tricky test for Mancunian.When is Hughie Fury vs Dan Garber?Hughie Fury vs Dan Garber will take place on Friday, April 4.The bout features on the undercard of Daniel Dos Santos vs Shakan Pitters.The card is expected to begin at 6.30pm BST.A specific time for Fury vs Garber has not been announced, but it will likely take place before 9pm.What TV channel is Hughie Fury vs Dan Garber on and can it be live streamed?Hughie Fury vs Dan Garber will be broadcast live on DAZN.You 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.Who else is on the card?Daniel Dos Santos vs Shakan Pitters; Light heavyweight, for the European light heavyweight titleBen Crocker vs Tiernan Bradley; Super lightweight, for the IBF European super lightweight titleEmma Dolan vs Lauren Parker; Super flyweight, for the British and commonwealth super flyweight titleKiernan Molloy vs Riccardo Crepaldi; WelterweightHughie Fury vs Dan Garber; HeavyweightEd Hardy vs TBC; LightweightGradus Kraus vs Tony Amoaku; Light heavyweightMost read in Boxing More