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    KSI lifts lid on meeting with Turki Alalshikh and teases fight talks… but blasts Jake Paul as ‘disgrace to boxing’

    KSI has lifted the lid on his meeting with Saudi boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh – and revealed their shared hatred for Jake Paul. Alalshikh has helped turn the sport around thanks to his deep pockets – offering enough for even the most bitter of rivals to work together. Turki Alalshikh met with KSICredit: Instagram @turkialalshikJake Paul has rivalled Saudis AlalshikhCredit: GettyBut the powerful Saudi advisor has made it clear he is not a fan of new-age influencer boxing – spearheaded by the likes of KSI and Paul. And Alalshikh was particularly critical of Paul’s controversial win over 58-year-old legend Mike Tyson last November. So fans were stunned when Alalshikh posted a video meeting with KSI and teasing working together for a fight in America. KSI revealed he was able to convince Alalshikh into changing his opinion after Paul left a bitter taste in the money-man’s mouth. READ MORE IN BOXINGHe said: “I think Jake Paul’s ruined it. I think Jake Paul ruined it completely, him fighting an OAP.”Mike Tyson was not meant to be in that ring by any means and it was a disgrace. A disgrace to boxing and stuff like that angers Turki. “You can see that Turki’s very passionate when it comes to boxing and Mike Tyson’s a legend, you don’t do stuff like that to a legend even if you know money’s been thrown at you. “It was a disgusting moment and stuff like that annoyed him and Jake was also trying to fight Canelo and trying to make boxing a circus.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”I feel like that’s what Jake Paul is trying to do and I think that is one of the reasons why he sees the whole side of the internet, YouTube boxing side is just a bit of a mess and that’s why he didn’t want to touch it. “But when he talked to me, he realised, ‘Oh, there’s another side to it.’ There’s people who actually take it seriously. KSI reveals penalties in Dillon Danis’ contract to stop rival performing MMA moves in ring “I’ve got a lot of things going on, but when it comes to boxing, whenever I go into the ring, take it seriously and I’m fighting serious people”That’s just how it is. I think me and him bonded quite well and we have some very exciting things in the future for sure.”KSI could face backlash for his comments due to his level of opposition in the past. He even signed to fight Wayne Bridge, 44, for his next bout until the ex-Chelsea star pulled out after his infamous feud with John Terry was referenced. And Dillon Danis, 31, a 2-0 MMA fighter who lost his boxing debut to Logan Paul, 29, replaced Bridge to face KSI on March 29 in Manchester. But KSI – who did fight 10-0 Tommy Fury in his last bout – claimed a lack of willing rivals left him scrambling to find an opponent for his return. Paul, 28, meanwhile is 11-1 in the ring with his only defeat also coming to Fury, 25, via split-decision in 2023. And he suffered heartbreak after boxing icon Canelo Alvarez, 34, snubbed their fight deal to instead sign with Alalshikh. KSI admits not even Alalshikh could guarantee him an overdue grudge match against Paul – but he boasts that he does not need him anyway. READ MORE SUN STORIESHe said: “I know Turki and Jake don’t see eye to eye. It could be difficult but you never know.”I think for me, I have some more exciting things and some bigger fights than Jake Paul.” KSI and Jake Paul pictured clashing in the ring in 2020Credit: Getty Images – Getty More

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    ‘He knows the consequences’ – KSI reveals penalties in Dillon Danis’ contract to stop rival performing MMA moves in ring

    KSI revealed Dillon Danis risks heavy penalties if he tries any more MMA moves in the boxing ring. The rivals settle their score in the squared circle on March 29 in Manchester – three years after Danis pulled out of their original bout. KSI revealed Dillon Danis risks penalties if he tries anymore MMA moves in the ringCredit: PADillon Danis got disqualified for an MMA move on Logan PaulCredit: GettyDanis did make his boxing debut in October 2023 against Logan Paul but it ended in chaos when the jiu-jitsu champion got himself disqualified. The American attempted an MMA-style submission move in round six – sparking a mass brawl in the ring and his expulsion from the bout. But KSI – who lost to Tommy Fury on the same night – has come prepared to avoid a farcical repeat with the devil in the fine print details. He said: “We’ve put stuff in the contract. So yeah, I don’t think he’s gonna do anything stupid. READ MORE IN BOXING”I think he knows the consequences, I just know he’s screwed. I can’t wait to show what was meant to have happened, compared to what Logan did.”KSI has goaded Danis by claiming he only accepted the fight to afford the lawsuit launched by Paul’s fiancee Nina Agdal for online harassment. But Danis, acknowledging the contract stipulations, told SunSport: “They’re gonna take my check away if I choke him out. “So we’ll see if I need the money or not.”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSKSI – who trains at MMA gym London Shootfighters – is already anticipating some of Danis’ wild antics in the ring. He said: “I’m just more active. I just do more, I’m not a guy that throws one jab and then just gives him time to breathe.”I’m gonna be on him. I like to close a fight. I like to knock someone out. “I like to finish a fight, so yeah, I’m not gonna just give him time to breathe.”I’m going to be on him smothering him and making his life hell, to the point where he’s gonna be desperate and probably try to do some jiu-jitsu move.”Obviously, you know I’m in an MMA gym so I’m gonna see it coming and then use it to my advantage and knock him out.”KSI, 31, is yet to return since losing a controversial decision to Tommy Fury, 25, his first boxing defeat. He was also forced to pull out of his August comeback bout due to a hand injury – which KSI has since recovered from. And the YouTuber-turned-boxer struggled to find an opponent for this fight claiming FIVE names turned him down. At one point, he even signed to face Wayne Bridge, 44, until the ex-Chelsea star pulled out after KSI referenced his infamous feud with John Terry. KSI – who slapped Danis with a pancake at their heated press conference – has faced criticism for his level of opposition.That is despite his training and managerial team also having a say on who he fights as Danis, 31, was drafted in as an emergency replacement. But KSI said: “It always comes down to me in terms of who I get to fight. Everyone has an opinion.”But I’m able to say the final say and they gave me Dillon Danis as the guy because we went through a load of people and it was getting to a point where it was like maybe there isn’t an event.READ MORE SUN STORIES”So we saw Dillon and I’ve wanted to knock this guy out. We’ve been going back and forth in DMs or publicly and I just I didn’t feel that Logan Paul did enough.”I didn’t think he did enough. He won, easily won the fight but I don’t want to just win the fight, I want to see him knocked out. I need to see him knocked out.”KSI slapped Danis with a pancakeCredit: PA More

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    Dillian Whyte shares gruesome picture of horror injury that forced cancellation of Joe Joyce fight

    DILLIAN WHYTE has given an update on the gruesome injury that forced him to withdraw from his fight with Joe Joyce.Whyte was due to fight Joyce in Manchester on April 5, but had to pull out of the domestic dust up after cutting open his finger while training in the gym.Dillian Whyte has opened up about his finger injuryCredit: GettyWhyte was forced to withdraw from his upcoming bout with Joe Joyce due to the injuryCredit: GettyOrganisers were left searching for a replacement for Joyce, while Whyte begins to recover in the hopes of returning to the ring soon.However, the 36-year-old could be a long way from gloving up after he shared a gory snap of the cut going down to the bone on his finger.In an interview with talkSPORT, Whyte revealed that he had initially hoped to fight, but had to withdraw when realising the severity of the issue.He said: “I was training as usual and there was a guy next to me in the gym and he dropped his weights and it rolled down.READ MORE IN BOXING”As I put my weight down, I ended up catching his finger between his dumbell and my dumbell.”I still wanted to fight so I didn’t tell my team, I had a few days off with a chest infection.”But it cut right to the bone although I just thought I could get stitches and put it back in a glove again.”It’s cut down the first joint so it’s hard for me to bend it and I can’t clench my first properly.”Most read in BoxingGRAPHIC WARNINGWhyte shared a gruesome picture of his finger injuryCredit: Dillian WhyteCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe Body Snatcher is now seeing a specialist in the hopes of possibly rescheduling the fight somewhere down the line.He added: “I’m seeing the specialist later this week just to see.SunSport’s Wally Downes Jr reacts to Dillian Whyte pulling out of Joe Joyce fight”I’m getting some feeling back, but I have been getting numbness in my finger.”But my movement is coming back, it is cut to the bone so it could be nerve damage but we will see.”Whyte had secured a mega-money rematch with Anthony Joshua at a sold-out O2 in August 2023.But he failed a VADA test and the bout was binned at the start of fight week, leaving Robert Helenius to step in.Since then he has fought just twice, beating Christian Hammer in an untelevised punch-up in Ireland, before returning to screens with a laboured victory over Ebenezer Tetteh.For Joyce, Whyte’s injury means he will now face Croatian cruncher Filip Hrgovic.Filip Hrgovic will replace Whyte in the ringCredit: Getty More

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    Caroline Dubois vs Bo Mi Re Shin: Start time, TV channel, live stream and full card for massive world title fight

    CAROLINE DUBOIS defends her WBC lightweight world championship in London against Bo Mi Re Shin on Friday night.Dubois, 24, will compete as a co-main event in Natasha Jonas’ welterweight unification bout versus Lauren Price at the Royal Albert Hall.Caroline is the younger sister of heavyweight boxing world champion Daniel DuboisInstead of competing against rival world champion Terri Harper, as many had hoped, the Englishwoman takes on WBC No 1 contender Shin.Although her maiden defence of the WBC championship last month ended abruptly due to a cut to her opponent, Jessica Camara, Dubois is still unbeaten in eleven fights.That bout finished in a technical tie and Dubois kept her title.Shin, 30, has fought most often at super-featherweight and has two losses and three draws in 23 fights.READ MORE IN BOXING When is Caroline Dubois vs Bo Mi Re Shin?Caroline Dubois vs Bo Mi Re Shin is set to take place on Friday, March 7.The fight will take place at the Royal Albert Hall in London.The card starts from 7pm GMT on Sky Sports – the event’s promotional company, BOXXER, has a long-term broadcasting contract with Sky.Dubois and Shin are expected to make their ring walks around 9pm GMT.SunSport will be blogging every round from a huge night of boxing.Dubois vs Shin fight cardNatasha Jonas vs Lauren Price – for the IBF, WBC & WBA welterweight world titles (10x2min rounds)Caroline Dubois vs Bo Mi Re Shin – for the WBC lightweight world titleKarriss Artingstall vs Raven Chapman – featherweight boutCindy Ngamba vs Kirstie Bavington – light-middleweight (8x2min rounds)Chloe Watson vs Jasmina Zapotoczna – European flyweight title (10x2min rounds)Francesca Hennessy vs Carla Camila Campos Gonzales – super-bantamweight More

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    Dillon Danis plans to confront Conor McGregor after UFC legend poses for pictures with rivals Jake and Logan Paul

    DILLON DANIS admits he needs to have words with Conor McGregor for posing with rivals Jake and Logan Paul. Danis – a long-time friend and training partner of McGregor’s – has been feuding with the Paul brothers for years. Dillon Danis with friend and training partner Conor McGregorJake and Logan Paul posed for pictures with Conor McGregorCredit: Instagram @JakepaulHe once had toilet roll chucked on him by Jake and his boxing bout in 2023 against Logan ended up in a legal battle. So when McGregor took pictures with the brothers at Donald Trump’s inauguration in January – Danis was conflicted. He told SunSport: “Yeah, me and him had to talk about that, you know, it is what it is.”I know you guys can decide that, but I think that me and him should talk about that.READ MORE IN BOXING”It shouldn’t be in the media but we haven’t had the chance to talk about it yet.”McGregor, 36, had both Pauls by his side in pictures that sent social media into a frenzy. But footage shared by the brothers later revealed there was heated exchanges with the Irishman. Danis, 31, made his boxing debut against Logan, 29, two years ago but farcically got disqualified after attempting an MMA-style submission. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut the fight did not end there as a brawl broke out in the ring while legal proceedings are now ongoing in court. Danis was sued by Logan’s fiancee Nina Agdal for “revenge porn” with his posts causing “humiliation, emotional distress, and reputational harm.” KSI sparks carnage on press conference stage after slapping Dillon Danis with a PANCAKE ahead of boxing grudge fightAccording to the lawsuit filed in U.S. District Court for the District of New Jersey in 2023, Danis engaged in a “relentless, ongoing campaign of cyber harassment and bullying” directed towards Agdal.The lawsuit alleges that Danis used his social media to “promote the fight and ramp up his feud with Paul.”Danis also allegedly posted “hundreds of posts containing vulgar and disparaging pictures, memes and comments about her.“All the while, Danis has been rewarded for that same conduct through an increased social media following and publicity that has resulted in his offensive posts being viewed more than two billion times to date.”Agdal received a temporary restraining order directing Danis to stop posting “sexually explicit photographs” of her “on the internet without her consent.” In her complaint, she also alleges that he posted a sexually explicit photograph which was never meant to be shared publicly or was “obtained without consent.”A judge granted Agdal the restraining order against Danis, who was forbidden from posting “sexually explicit photographs” of Agdal without her permission.The lawsuit is ongoing – as is Danis’ fight with Logan’s business partner KSI on March 29 – but the American does not regret his actions. He said: “I would regret it if it wasn’t true but everything was on Insta already. Everything was public.”So I mean, I can’t speak too much on the lawsuit, but I don’t regret saying the truth and letting Logan out.”I was trying to help him out and one day he’s gonna thank me, so it is what it is.”Danis was originally set to fight KSI in January 2023 before pulling out – but three years later they finally settle for score in the ring. And carnage broke out at the press conference when KSI slapped Danis with a PANCAKE to spark a brawl on stage. But Danis said just beforehand “I just feel like he’s not equal to me. “I was saying he’s like a little brother to me, so I don’t know, I don’t really care about the guy.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’m gonna knock him out and get my money and go and fight Tony. So it is what it is. It’s an easy boxing match.”He’s gonna run around for six rounds. I know how he is. I’m just happy to punch him in the face.”Nina Agdal is engaged to Logan PaulCredit: Instagram / Nina AgdalLogan Paul beat Danis in their 2023 fightCredit: PAKSI slapped Danis with a pancakeCredit: PA More

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    Jenny Alcorn dead aged 66: Tributes pour in as world champion athlete passes away following brain cancer battle

    AUSTRALIAN triathlon star Jenny Alcorn has died aged 66 following a battle with cancer.Alcorn heartbreakingly passed away on Monday, having been diagnosed with a brain tumour in 2023.Jenny Alcorn has died aged 66Credit: FacebookAlcorn had a glittering career spanning over 30 years that saw her both work as a coach and compete as an athlete.Last year she was honoured for that incredible contribution to sport by receiving the President’s Special Recognition Award at the AusTriathlon Awards.She was also nominated for the prestigious Daphne Pirie Spirit of Sport Award last year too.Other achievements for the incredible athlete included carrying the Australian flag at the 2018 World Championships on the Gold Coast and winning the Kona Ironman at the age of 55 after coming out of retirement.READ MORE IN SPORTTributes have poured in for the hero, with so many sharing warm memories of Alcorn.Alcorn’s partner Margot Rupe said: “She pushed every boundary in life and it was incredible.”She was the love of my life for 20 years, she helped me raise two amazing children.”Yes, triathlon was her life but she always enjoyed all the sports our kids did, she never missed a TSS First 15 game, she never missed a Bond Uni rugby game.Most read in AthleticsAlcorn will be remembered as a triathlon legend in AustraliaCredit: Facebook”Even on Saturday afternoon, she sat up and watched our son play rugby in Japan, so she was a pretty amazing person.”We’re all heartbroken, our souls are heartbroken, she did everything with love, she loved her family, she loved me, she loved our kids and embraced everything she did.”AusTriathlon added: “Triathlon has lost a legend, but Jenny Alcorn’s impact has forever strengthened our sport.”Our thoughts are with her family, friends, and all those who were privileged to know her.”Ricky Kroesen, who was coached by Alcorn, revealed that the superstar champion “passed peacefully with her partner and loyal dog Kona by her side”.Adding: “We will miss you”.Alcorn helped to coach and mentor some of Australia’s top triathletes, including Ashleigh Gentle and Olympic champion Emma Snowsill.And her own athletics career was punctuated by victories across various Age Group World Championships, and saw her recognised as a ‘Legend of the Sport’ by AusTriathlon. More

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    I was more nervous to meet my girlfriend’s parents than I was to push BGT golden buzzer or for boxing fights, says KSI

    NOT EVEN fighting in front of thousands of people or being watched by millions on TV can make superstar KSI nervous. No, only meeting his girlfriend’s parents for the first time did that.KSI admits meeting his girlfriend’s parents was more nerve-wracking than boxingCredit: GettyKSI hitting the BGT golden buzzerCredit: ITVHe is a guest judge on the ITV showCredit: ITVThe social media influencer, rapper and boxer has lived more than half his life in the public eye after shooting to fame on YouTube. And his career climbed to new heights after being announced as a guest judge on ITV’s Britain’s Got Talent. KSI pushed his first golden buzzer to automatically send 29-year-old singer Stacey Leadbeatter into the semi-finals. But the new panelist reveals that decision – and boxing in front of sellout crowds – was nothing compared to first meeting his partner’s parents. READ MORE IN BOXINGHe said: “What would I say is more nerve-wracking? I don’t know, meeting my girlfriend’s parents probably was a lot more nerve-wracking than those two events.”Yeah, definitely. Before that, I’m always like sweating and everything. Like I only get nervous when it comes to relationships.”In terms of fighting or in terms of pressing the golden buzzer or in terms of performing in front of thousands, I never get nervous because I just know what I need to do.”I’m prepared and I’m ready, whereas I guess with meeting someone’s parents, you never know what could happen.”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSDespite his celebrity fame, KSI keeps his girlfriend private and away from the public eye – but he cherishes the time they spend together. The 31-year-old might just have the most packed celebrity schedule of all time, squeezing in TV and charity appearances into his boxing training. KSI sparks carnage on press conference stage after slapping Dillon Danis with a PANCAKE ahead of boxing grudge fightKSI returns to the ring on March 29 in Manchester against old rival Dillon Danis – three years after the collapse of their original bout. By the time KSI laces up the gloves, he would have played in two charity football matches, in Qatar and the Sidemen match at Wembley. That is also after filming for BGT – but how does he fit it all in? KSI laughs and reveals: “Honestly, I don’t know, I just do it. That’s just how I am. I just make it work.”With the Sidemen match at Wembley Stadium, that’s gonna be insane, 90,000 people screaming.”I don’t even think I’m gonna be able to hear myself. I think that’s gonna be good. “I’m seeing it as like a training session, keeping fit, just running around, passing the ball, having a good time with my mates and raising a lot of money for charity.BGT stars Simon Cowell, Amanda Holden, Alesha Dixon, KSI and Bruno TonioliCredit: The Mega AgencyKSI poses with his fellow BGT judgesCredit: https://www.instagram.com/stories/noholdenback/3479470000301991191/?hl=enKSI, pictured in the 2022 Sidemen match, will play in this year’s gameCredit: Alamy”During that, I’ve got like a couple shoots here and there, a couple bits here and there just that I need to do but I just make it work.”I find time to train, whether it’s me waking up early, just to find time to train, I do it. That’s just my mentality, that’s how I am.”KSI has not fought since October 2023 when he lost a controversial decision to Tommy Fury, 25, his first defeat in the ring. He was then forced to cancel his August comeback bout after suffering a hand injury – which he has since recovered from. He also had a fight on his hands just to find an opponent after failing to strike a deal with up to FIVE different names. Even ex-Chelsea defender Wayne Bridge, 44, was bizarrely drafted in before promptly pulling out when KSI made reference to his infamous John Terry feud. It forced the KSI camp to go back over old ground and call upon Danis – a controversial MMA fighter known as Conor McGregor’s training partner. Logan Paul beat Dillon Danis in their 2023 fightCredit: PADanis was DQd for trying an MMA submissionCredit: AlamyIt sparked a mass brawl in the ringCredit: ReutersDanis, 31, pulled out of fighting KSI in January 2023 but made his boxing debut against Logan Paul, 29, last year. It ended in a farcical sixth-round disqualification after Danis attempted an MMA submission in the ring – sparking a mass brawl. The American attacked Paul’s fiancee Nina Agdal online before the bout and is still being sued by the Danish model. So KSI admits to hesitating when offering Danis another opportunity and payday – but vows to put the feud to bed once and for all.KSI, who slapped Danis with a pancake at their press conference, said: “He was the fourth, fifth choice. It’s not the first person I wanted to fight.”I think at the time, I was happy to fight him because when I was just coming back from boxing it made sense.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And now I guess it’s frustrating to have to platform him but you know there isn’t many options, there just isn’t many options.”So fair play for him saying yes, but I’m going to punish him for all the things he’s done to me.”KSI slapping Danis with a pancake ahead of their fightCredit: PA More

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    Natasha Jones vs Lauren Price: Date, start time, TV channel and undercard for the historic event

    NATASHA JONAS and Lauren Price are set to headline a historic event in women’s boxing as they go head-to-head for THREE world titles.The event – titled ‘Unstoppable’ – sees an all-female fight card take place the night before International Women’s Day.Natasha Jonas faces Lauren Price in a massive welterweight unifierThree belts are on the line at the Royal Albert HallThis massive fight will take place at the Royal Albert Hall in London where the women’s IBF, IBO and WBC welterweight titles will all be up for grabs.The two women are set to unify their welterweight titles after they successfully defended their belts on the same card in Liverpool on December 14.Jonas comes into this fight on a seven-fight win streak with a unanimous decision win in her last bout against Ivana Habazin.The 40-year-old has enjoyed much success and is yet to lose since moving up to the welterweight – her last defeat was back in 2021 against Katie Taylor.Price, 30, is coming off a sensational third round TKO victory against Bexcy Mateus which moved her professional record to a perfect 8-0.When is Natasha Jonas vs Lauren Price?The fight is live from the Royal Albert Hall on Friday, March 7.The undercard will begin live from 7pm GMT.The ring walk for Natasha Jonas and Lauren Price is scheduled for 10.30pm GMT.What TV channel is Natasha Jonas vs Lauren Price on and can it be streamed?Natasha Jonas vs Lauren Price will be available on Sky SportsViewers will need a Sky Sports subscription in order to watch the fightAlternatively, full coverage will be available via SunSport’s live blog.Full cardThe full fight card has not yet been constructed, and bouts are expected to be announced in the coming weeks. Most read in BoxingNatasha Jonas vs Lauren Price – for IBF, IBO, WBC welterweight titlesCaroline Dubois vs Bo Mi Re Shin – for WBC lightweight titleKarriss Artingstall vs Raven ChapmanChloe Watson vs Jasmina Zapotoczna – for European flyweight titleCindy Ngamba vs Kirstie BavingtonFrancesca Hennessy vs Carla Gonzales More