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    Jake Paul reveals stunning behind-the-scenes talks to fight Oleksandr Usyk after teasing shock world title shot

    JAKE PAUL revealed he is in stunning behind-the-scenes talks to fight boxing champion Oleksandr Usyk after teasing a world title shot. The YouTuber-turned-boxer was called out by the heavyweight king with the two camps now in negotiations. Jake Paul pictured with Oleksandr UsykCredit: @mostvaluablepromotionsBut, Usyk has challenged Paul to a bout in the MMA cage and not the boxing ring. Paul is signed to the Professional Fighters League and eyes an MMA debut next year with Usyk among his options. Accompanied by UFC and boxing legend Holly Holm, he said: “I want to be like Holly here and test my skills in the cage. “That’s something I’m super, super interested in and I think it would be a very, very big spectacle. READ MORE IN BOXING”Nate Diaz is still ducking but we need to find the right opponent, Usyk maybe.” Paul’s promotional partner Nakisa Bidarian added: “Usyk has called out Jake multiple times in MMA. “They’ve been in touch with us behind the scenes saying they want to do that in 2026. So something we definitely want to pursue.” Bidarian added that the PFL have shown interest in promoting the crossover fight. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut first Usyk, 38, returns on July 19 at Wembley Stadium to rematch Daniel Dubois, 27, who he beat in 2023. And it will be for the undisputed heavyweight titles following the Ukrainian’s two points wins over Tyson Fury, 36, last year. Jake Paul has ‘money fight’ green lit by boxing world champUsyk has warned he has just two fights left and has called out UFC star Alex Pereira, 37, in the past. Paul, 28, meanwhile faces former middleweight world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr, 39, in his next bout on June 28 in California. It comes off the back of his points win in November against Mike Tyson, who controversially made a comeback aged 58. Paul moves back from to cruiserweight after moving up to heavyweight and revealed talks to fight WBC champ Badou Jack. He said: “I’m super interested. I had Nakisa contact his team behind the scenes so those discussions are happening.” It comes after Jack, 41, told SunSport: “It’s a money fight. It’s an easy fight and it’s a money fight So, why not?”Badou Jack is linked with fighting Jake PaulCredit: Getty More

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    Is KSI fighting on Misfits 21?

    MISFITS 21 comes LIVE from Derby tonight – just under two months after the original card was delayed.The rearranged card will see Darren Till headline against Darren Stewart, as the two former MMA specialists go toe-to-toe in a boxing ring.KSI was scheduled to fight Dillon Danis on March 29Credit: GettyKSI pulled out of his fight with Danis after falling illCredit: Ben Whitley/PA WireKSI is yet to confirm when he will return to in-ring actionCredit: Jim Dyson/RedfernsKSI (right) has not fought since his loss to Tommy Fury (left) in October 2023Credit: GettyMisfits 21 was originally scheduled to take place at the AO Arena in Manchester on Saturday, March 29, but KSI pulled out of his fight with Dillon Danis.Derby will also be treated to two title fights, as Chase DeMoor defends his Misfits heavyweight championship against Tank Tolman, and Idris Virgo clashes Ty Mitchell for the Misfits middleweight pro championship.Tommy Fury will also see his pal Curtis Pritchard step into the ring, as he debuts against Temp Arts, Big Tobz and Godson in a Survivor Tag match. SunSport can reveal whether or not KSI will be in action on Misfits 21.Read more MisfitsIs KSI fighting on Misfits tonight?KSI will NOT fight on Misfits 21.”The Nightmare” was scheduled to fight on the original card on March 29 against Dillon Danis, but pulled out of the fight.KSI said he would not be able to fight Danis due to illness, but he is yet to confirm a date for his return to action.He said at the time: “It’s so annoying, man. I was so ready, I legit f***ing cried at some point last week, man.Most read in Boxing”I was just so angry because I’ve literally killed myself for so many weeks putting myself through so much s***.”And then to just get sick right at the final bit, I’m like just trying to push on, push through and I’m still just getting more and more sick.”It just got to a point where I’m sparring and I can’t even breathe. I can’t even punch properly, I just feel weak.”When did KSI last have a boxing match?KSI’s fight with Dillon Danis in late March was set to be his first in-ring appearance for over a year.He has not fought since he lost to Tommy Fury in October 2023.KSI last won a boxing match against Thomas Oliveira in January 2023, over TWO years ago.KSI (right) last ventured into the ring in 2023 in a loss against Tommy Fury (left)Credit: Reuters/Jason CairnduffWhen is Misfits 21?Misfits 21 will take place Friday, May 16.The original card was set for March 29, before KSI pulled out of his clash with Dillon Danis.It will be held at the Vaillant Live Arena in Derby.The card is set to start at 5pm with DAZN coverage from 7pm BST.The ring walk for the main event is expected at 10.30pm BST.How to watch Misfits 21 and is there a live stream?Misfits 21 will be aired on DAZN TV and streamed on their website and downloadable app.DAZN costs £14.99 month or £119.99 annually, or £24.99 on a flexible deal that can be cancelled at any time.Alternatively, SunSport will live blog all the action as it happens.Misfits 21 full card More

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    Darren Till vs Darren Stewart EXACT start time: When is HUGE Misfits 21 fight tonight?

    DARREN TILL steps back into the boxing ring as he main events Misfits 21.The rescheduled card will come LIVE from Derby, after the original card for March 29 was cancelled with KSI pulling out.Darren Till is currently 2-0 in his boxing careerCredit: Chris Unger/Zuffa LLCTill (right) most recently scored a victory over Anthony Taylor (left)Credit: GettyDarren Stewart had to leave MMA but was given a ‘second chance’ by boxingCredit: Chris Unger/Zuffa LLCTill has scored two victories in two fights since he left UFC for the boxing ring, beating Mohammad Mutie on the Mo Vlogs vs Shero Amara undercard, before beating Anthony Taylor.He has had to wait two months longer than anticipated to fight Darren Stewart, as the orignal Misfits 21 card was postponed after KSI cancelled his fight with Dillon Danis.As a result, Darren Till and Darren Stewart will now co-main event Misfits 21 in Derby – with Idris Virgo also set to clash Tyson Fury’s former sparring partner Ty Mitchell.Till’s opponent Stewart was forced to leave MMA due to financial struggles, but said he got a “second chance” from boxing, after working on a train line.Read more BoxingWhen exact time is Darren Till vs Darren Stewart starting? Misfits 21 opens its doors at the Vaillant Live arena in Derby at 5pm.The event takes place TONIGHT – Friday, May 16.Coverage of the card is live from 7pm BST on DAZN.The ring walks for the main event are expected at around 10.30pm BST.However, the schedule is subject to change on the night.How can I watch Misfits 21 and is there a live stream?Misfits 21 takes place on DAZN – which is available for an annual or monthly subscription.An annual pass costs £119.99 up front or £14.99 monthly.There is also a flexible pass, that can be cancelled any time, for £24.99 per month.It can be watched on DAZN TV, or live streamed via the website or app.Alternatively, SunSport will live blog every fight from Misfits 21 as it happens.Misfits 21 full card More

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    ‘You can’t be any good’ – Dave Allen fires awkward dig at Johnny Fisher ahead of Copper Box rematch

    DAVE ALLEN awkwardly told Johnny Fisher to his face: “You can’t be any good, it’s just impossible.” The two rematch on Saturday at the Copper Box Arena six months after Fisher’s controversial split-decision win in Saudi Arabia. Dave Allen aimed an awkward dig at Johnny FisherFisher had an equally blunt responseAllen floored Fisher in round five but was deemed unfortunate not to walk away with the win. The two face face to face for a tense interview in the build-up to their rematch. And Allen bluntly replied when asked about Fisher’s boxing ability: “I think you’re okay, to be honest. “I think we’re around British title level around that mix. I say “okay” because we’re talking boxing. READ MORE IN BOXING”You’re a great athlete, phenomenal athlete as you say, you played rugby, good, fast, strong, powerful, I would say great athlete, okay boxer. “I’m a good athlete, very good boxer, I would say. I’m not having a dig at you, you had 12 amateur fights and how many pro fights (13)? “You can’t be any good. It’s just impossible. And I’m not even digging, people will watch and say, ‘Look at him digging away.’ I’m not. “It’s impossible to be any good.”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSFisher, 26, responded: “For me, a British title is a phenomenal achievement.” Allen, 33, replied: “What I’m saying is, if you were to win a British title it wouldn’t be from your boxing ability it would be from being a good athlete and a good puncher.”Fisher later said: “I’ve never made predictions in any of my fights whether it’s going to be a knockout or round one. “You have to be prepared for any eventuality, as you said. Boxing’s a tough game, you could hit me in round one, I could hit you in round one it’s all over and it’s lights out.”Johnny Fisher controversially beat Dave Allen on pointsCredit: ReutersThey rematch at the Copper BoxCredit: PA More

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    Misfits Boxing 21 full card – how to watch huge bill from Derby

    MISFITS BOXING is gearing up for a huge show in Derby after both a cancellation and a postponement.Originally KSI was set to face Dillon Danis in the main event of the show set for March, before the YouTube sensation pulled out.Misfits Boxing is back with a stacked cardThe showdown was supposed to be held on Saturday, March 29, at Manchester’s AO Arena, but KSI withdrew due to sickness.Misfits announced at the time: “Due to an illness to KSI, Misfits Boxing ‘Unfinished Business’, scheduled for March 29th in Manchester, has been postponed. A further update will be issued next week, including a new date for the event.”The big event was then moved for Derby for mid-April, before being rescheduled.Instead ex-UFC superstar Darren Till headlines against fellow former MMA star Darren Stewart, with Love Islanders Idris Virgo and Curtis Pritchard also on the bill.While TikToker Wakey Wines takes on Mo Deen in a blockbuster clash on the undercard.When is Misfits Boxing 21?Misfits Boxing 21 takes place on Friday night, May 16.The big show starts at 5pm BST, with the main event of Till vs Stewart set for 10pm.Derby’s brand new 3,500 capacity Vaillant Live Arena plays host.Most read in BoxingKSI issues worrying statement on health battle and gives major update on boxing career after latest fight collapse How can I watch Misfits Boxing 21?Misfits Boxing 21 will be shown live on DAZN.This event will not be a DAZN PPV and is included in your DAZN subscription.Misfits Boxing 21 full cardDarren Till vs Darren Stewart, cruiserweightIdris Virgo vs Ty Mitchell, light heavyweight – MF pro titleChase DeMoor vs Tank Tolman, heavyweight, MFB titleWalid Sharks vs FoxTheG, lightweightJordan Banjo vs Wil Anderson, heavyweightAmir Anderson vs TBA, middleweightJoey Knight vs Andy Howson, lightweightWakey Wines vs MoDeen, heavyweightDylan Price vs TBA, super bantamweightTempo Art vs Big Tobz vs Godson Umeh vs Curtis Pritchard, heavyweight – Survivor boutWakey Wines is primed for his boxing debutWhat have they said?Darren Till said in his press conference this week that he is spurred on from his cancelled fight against Tommy Fury.Till said: “There’s a lot of respect between me and Darren. We’ve fought on two shows together. Darren’s a good lad.”He’s a solid competitor. I know he can fight, I know he’s got a big pair of bollocks on him. I haven’t really got a lot to say. I’m coming Friday.”I think a lot of people get confused between respect and disrespect. I think a lot of people expect me to go mad [since the Tommy fight] but that’s not the case. “You’ve all known me for years now. I am one of the best strikers in the world and I’m coming for violence on Friday as always. It’s going to be a hell of a show.” More

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    Tempo Arts vs Big Tobz vs Godson vs Curtis Pritchard: Start time, TV, stream, rules for Misfits Survivor Tag match

    MISFITS is back this weekend with a Survivor Tag match between FOUR fighters.The match is billed as “every man for themselves” with the winner getting a guaranteed shot at the Misfits heavyweight title.Love Island star Curtis Pritchard makes his boxing debut in a Survivor Tag matchRapper Big Tobz is 0-2 in his boxing career so farGodson Umeh and Tempo Arts previously fought – with the latter winningRapper Big Tobz, TikTok star Tempo Arts, jeweller Godson Umeh and Love Island star Curtis Pritchard will enter the ring on Friday night as part of Misfits 21.Tempo Arts is 4-0 in Misfits and previously beat Godson – in the only fight of his career so far – by TKO in March 2023.Big Tobz is 0-2 with his most recent defeat a TKO loss to Kelz in September last year.Pritchard, who has also appeared on Dancing with the Stars, Hollyoaks and Celebs Go Dating, is making his boxing debut.READ MORE MISFITSThe fight is part of a stacked Misfits card in Derby that includes the likes of Darren Till, Idris Virgo and Wakey Wines.But while those are all traditional boxing matches with traditional rules and scoring, this fight is shaping up to be very different.SunSport has everything you need to know.When is Tempo Arts vs Big Tobz vs Godson vs Curtis Pritchard?The Survivor Tag match takes place on the Misfits 21 card on Friday, May 16 at the Vaillant Live arena in Derby.Darren Till’s fight with Darren Stewart headlines the card. It is not yet clear what time the Survivor Tag match will take place.The event starts at 5pm BST with the broadcast expected from 7pm BST.The main event ring walks are due at approximately 10.30pm BST.We will update this information when it is confirmed.Most read in BoxingWhat TV channel is Tempo Arts vs Big Tobz vs Godson vs Curtis Pritchard and can I live stream it?Misfits 21 is being broadcast by DAZN.UK viewers can find DAZN TV as an additional extra to their package.The event can also be live streamed via the DAZN website or downloadable app.DAZN costs £119.99 for an annual pass, or £14.99 monthly.There is also a flexible pass, which costs £24.99 monthly and can be cancelled at any time.Alternatively, SunSport will blog every fight on the card.What are the Survivor Tag match rules?As stated on Misfits’ social media pages, the rules are as follows:Every man for themselves.Two tags are optional, but if you tag the second time, you will lose a point.Elimination through knockdown or knockout, referee stoppage, corner stoppage, or refusal to tag in.Six rounds total, going into round four there must only be three participants.By the end of round three, there will be a mandatory elimination for the participants with the least cumulative points.Going into round five, there will only be two remaining boxers.Who is fighting at Misfits 21?What’s been said?Speaking about the rules, Pritchard told The Sun: “Truthfully, because it is quite a new concept, there ain’t much to go off. “So I’ve got some plans in my head of what the best way for me to do it, which I will not be saying. But it’s a bit of a learning curve.”On fighting in general, he added: “It’s sick. Genuinely it’s wild.”I’ve always loved watching fights. I’ve always loved fighting as a sport. “It’s really interested me throughout my life, but I’ve never had time to do it.Read More on The Sun”Being at such a high level of dancing, like when I was performing and competing a lot, that took up my life.”I feel like once you get a mindset to become a high level of something, as long as you have that same mindset into something else, you become very good at it very fast.” More

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    Darren Till vs Darren Stewart: start time, TV channel, stream and full card as the pair meet in Misfits main event

    DARREN TILL returns to boxing THIS WEEKEND after his victory over Anthony Taylor earlier this year.It is a battle of the Darren’s as Till and Stewart main event the rescheduled Misfits 21 card.Darren Till is unbeaten in his Boxing career so farCredit: Taka G Wu/Alamy Live NewsDarren Stewart will make his boxing debut after retiring from MMACredit: Chris Unger/Zuffa LLCThe former UFC fighter will take on Darren Stewart at Vaillaint Live in Derby.Till was originally scheduled to fight Tommy Fury in late January on his Misfits debut, but Fury pulled out of the fight.Till left UFC in 2023, with no intention of returning, turning his attention to a career in boxing, and will clash MMA specialist Darren Stewart.Stewart announced retirement from MMA, citing financial difficulties in August 2024, later going to work on a train line, but has been given a “second chance” through boxing.Read more BoxingThe fight will take place at cruiserweight with Till describing his most recent win as “just another day at the office.”He told The Independent: “It was good to be back on the big stage, especially the Misfits stage. “I’m a misfit, aren’t I? I have been my whole life, in the UFC, on social media. “I’m probably the only real misfit, the only difference with me is: I can actually fight; all these others can’t fight.”Most read in BoxingTill also revealed he predicted that Fury – who made his own ring return last weekend with a win in Hungary – would pull out of the fight.Till said: “I said to my coach after the press conference, ‘He’ll pull out of the fight.'”My coach said: ‘Make sure you make it public.’ And I said: ‘I don’t want to give it no energy.’ “Then one day, I come in the gym, and he starts screaming [online] about how he’s pulled out. “I don’t think the Furys have been seen since, so everyone in boxing should thank me, because you all got terrorised by the Furys for years. “Then I come along and absolutely terrorise him. Every time any boxer sees me now, he wants to f***ing shake my hand.”Everyone was sick of them.”People give Tommy more s*** than I do.”I’ve got nothing bad to say about him in terms of his personal life. “I don’t know Tommy, so I couldn’t comment on his characteristics or anything like that.”When is Misfits 21 – Till vs Stewart?Darren Till vs Darren Stewart is the main event of the rescheduled Misfits Boxing 21 card.The original card was set for March 29, before KSI pulled out of his clash with Dillon Danis.The card takes place on Friday, May 16 at the Vaillant Live arena in Derby.Doors open at 5pm, with coverage expected from 7pm BST.Ring walks for Till vs Stewart are expected at 10.30pm BST, although that is subject to change.How to watch Darren Till vs Darren Stewart and is there a live stream?Misfits 21 will be broadcast by DAZN.In the UK, it can be watched on DAZN TV which is an additional subscription.It can also be live streamed on the DAZN website or via the downloadable app.DAZN is available for £14.99 per month on a one-year commitment or for £119.99 if you pay the full amount.There is also flexible monthly pass for £24.99, which can be cancelled at any time.Alternatively, SunSport will blog every fight from Misfits 21 as it happens.Darren Till vs Darren Stewart full cardDarren Till vs Darren Stewart, cruiserweightIdris Virgo vs Ty Mitchell, light heavyweight – MF pro titleChase DeMoor vs Tank Tolman, heavyweight – MFB titleWalid Sharks vs FoxTheG, lightweightJordan Banjo vs Wil Anderson, heavyweightAmir Anderson vs TBA, middleweightJoey Knight vs Andy Howson, lightweightWakey Wines vs MoDeen, heavyweightDylan Price vs TBA, super bantamweightTempo Art vs Big Tobz vs Godson Umeh vs Curtis Pritchard, heavyweight – Survivor Tag boutWhat’s been said?”There’s a lot of respect between me and Darren [Stewart],” Till said at Wednesday’s press conference. “We’ve fought on two shows together. Darren’s a good lad.”He’s a solid competitor. I know he can fight, I know he’s got a big pair of bollocks on him. I haven’t really got a lot to say. I’m coming Friday.”I think a lot of people get confused between respect and disrespect. “I think a lot of people expect me to go mad [since the Tommy fight] but that’s not the case.”You’ve all known me for years now. I am one of the best strikers in the world and I’m coming for violence on Friday as always. “It’s going to be a hell of a show.”Read More on The SunStewart added: “I know he’s going to bring it.”I’m going to bring it. This is the place to show it and I’m thankful to be on. I’m here to entertain, and that’s what I do.” More

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    Eddie Hearn ‘expecting’ Chris Eubank Jr to rematch Conor Benn NEXT with September 27 at Tottenham eyed for mega-fight

    EDDIE HEARN expects Chris Eubank Jr to rematch Conor Benn NEXT – back at Tottenham’s stadium on September 27.The born rivals put on an absolute thriller in front of 67,000 fans at Spurs’ £1billion ground – three decades on from their dads’ famous fights.Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn look set to rematchCredit: GettyBoth ended up in hospital amid the brutality of the 12 rounds with Eubank bed-bound for TWO DAYS due to severe dehydration.Saudi boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh wasted no time in talking up the contracted rematch back in North London.And promoter Hearn revealed a date is already pencilled in – on the condition Eubank – who will be 36 by that time – is fighting fit.Hearn told SunSport: “You heard His Excellency on the night talk about, I think September 27th at Spurs for us, that’s what we’re expecting.READ MORE IN boxing “The second fight, we signed a contract for two fights, not for a rematch to be exercised for two fights.”So, as far as we’re concerned, number two will take place in September, but obviously Eubank’s got to be ready and he’s got to be comfortable to move forward.”Conor’s ready to go now. And obviously he’s itching to get back in the ring with Eubank. The first fight was incredible and we’ll be ready for number two.”The second generation grudge match was initially set for October 2022 at a 157lb catchweight – lower than Eubank had ever been before.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut it was cancelled after Benn failed two drug tests after testing positive for clomiphene – a substance known to boost testosterone.Benn, 28, protested his innocence and took his career to America for two wins at 150lb while his doping saga dragged on.AJ to have surgery this week as Hearn reveals ‘encouraging’ Fury fightEventually, UK Anti-Doping dropped the case against him paving the way for a British boxing return to face Eubank.But, amid the scandal Eubank re-negotiated for a 160lb middleweight bout – his weight for the last six years.The only concession he made was for a 10lb rehydration limit on the morning of the bout.Eubank missed the 160lb mark by an agonising 0.05lb on the Friday weigh-in – costing him a £375,000 fine – but he did make the 170lb rehydration.And despite the former super-middleweight world title challenger’s weight struggles – Hearn says terms for the rematch remain unchanged.He said: “Our contract is exactly the same as the first fight. “All the terms are the same. We have separate contracts with the Saudis and that’s how the deal was done.”So I can’t speak on his behalf. What I know is what we signed up for. So we expect that to be delivered.”You heard His Excellency on the night talk about, I think September 27th at Spurs for us, that’s what we’re expecting.Eddie Hearn Eubank’s legendary father Chris Sr threatened to boycott the bout over fears of Benn jumping up two weights and his son depleting himself to stay at 160lb.Eventually, he did emotionally reunite with his son on the night of the fight and watched in awe as his eldest earned a unanimous decision.But Sr spent 48 worrying hours by his boy’s side in hospital as the weight cut and rehydration took its gruelling toll.And Hearn admits if Eubank is medically unable to make the same weight restrictions then he will consider renegotiating under fresh terms.He said: “Look, I don’t represent Eubank. So if it’s unsafe for him to make that weight, that’s something they’ve got to raise.”It’s not my job to go to you Eubank and go, ‘Are you alright, mate? Do you want an extra couple of pounds if that’ll make you perform better?'”I’m just looking out for Conor Benn, who is in danger by fighting the much bigger guy. “But of course, you never want to see a fighter go in depleted, dehydrated or in a dangerous position.Read More on The Sun”I don’t think his performance reflected that, if I’m honest, I just think it was a war. So that’s something for their team to discuss with the Saudis.”If they have a medical problem with that – that would go against the contracts that we’ve signed – but obviously you’ve got to make sure it’s safe for him to continue.” Benn with his promoter Eddie Hearn after losing to EubankCredit: PA More