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    Paris Olympics star Jalolov is next in line to heavyweight throne and so good he was gifted luxury BMW by boxing boss

    BAKHODIR JALOLOV is the 6ft 7in horse-riding, gun-toting Uzbek southpaw tipped to top heavyweight boxing after the Paris Olympics.The 30-year-old leftie already has a winner’s medal from Tokyo 2020 and is the red-hot favourite to do the double in France.Bakhodir Jalolov won super-heavy Olympic gold at Tokyo 2020Jalolov was gifted a luxury BMW as a wedding gift by a Russian boxing bossAnd – in another embarrassment for struggling amateur boxing – he has been allowed to reach 14-0 in the pro ranks, knocking over all of the stiffs inside the distance.The scary stats impressed Russia’s International Boxing Association boss Umar Kremlev so much he sent Jalolov a luxury BMW – complete with bright red bow tied across the bonnet – as a December wedding gift..And the flashy gift from the controversial figure arrived with a whiff of ludicrous as it failed to blend in with the much more modest surroundings of Jalolov’s home.With 37-year-old undisputed king Oleksandr Usyk, 35-year-old rematch challenger Tyson Fury and 34-year-old former champ Anthony Joshua all approaching retirement, the throne will soon need a huge and super-talented backside to take over.Read more OLYMPICSAnd – even though 19-year-old Kent prodigy Moses Itauma has shown staggering early potential – giant Jalolov is earmarked to be the next monster success.Legendary Top Rank promoter Bob Arum revealed Paris was always part of the plan when the US powerhouse did their deal with the ace.The mastermind, who has played a pivotal role in the careers of icons from Muhammad Ali to Vasyl Lomachenko, explained to us: “When we signed Jalolov last year, his participation at the Paris Olympics was always part of the plan. “I have the utmost confidence that he will win another gold medal.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“We plan on moving him very quickly after the Olympics. “He is a uniquely talent fighter, and I do not doubt that he’ll one day be a dominant heavyweight champion.Inside Muhammad Ali’s stunning former LA mansion up for sale“His combination of size and power from a southpaw stance doesn’t come around too often. “Every time I watch him fight, I am amazed by his composure and unique skill set.”The devout Muslim is multi-talented too, judging from the photos and clips from his star-studded Instagram account.Sandwiched between photos of Jalolov with Conor McGregor, Mike Tyson and Cristiano Ronaldo, are snapshots of his far-more pious personal life.The 18st hulk knows his way around a stable and can even mount and ride a giant horse, without either of them collapsing.I have the utmost confidence that he will win another gold medal.We plan on moving him very quickly after the Olympics.He can also bend a left-footed free-kick into the side netting from 25 yards so sweetly that – if he were English – Gareth Southgate would undoubtedly guarantee him three minutes off the bench in a pointless friendly.One Englishman who already rates Jalolov very highly is 2016 Olympic silver winner Joe Joyce, 38 – who beat the rising star in Rio.Jalolov has already been invited out to boxing hot bed Saudi Arabia and mixed with Cristiano RonaldoThe giant Uzbek southpaw has also met Mike TysonTeam GB hero Joe Joyce did beat Jalolov at the 2016 Rio GamesCredit: AP:Associated PressThe Putney Juggernaut – who was robbed of a gold by scandalous judging – told SunSport: “He was quite young back then and I felt I was in my prime, unstoppable.“It was a good fight, he tested me but I was ready and really ripping through people back then.“He was fresh back then and a tricky southpaw, but I was driving through anyone to get that gold medal.“That was eight years ago so he will have more experience and power and be even more difficult to beat.”Away from the ring and sport, Jalolov is a patriot too.Every January 14 he celebrates Uzbekistan’s military holiday by donning their combat fatigues.World title next yearBy Wally Downes JrBAKHODIR JALOLOV will get his world title shot in 2025.A second Olympic gold in Paris at the start of August will only strengthen his case but he already has most of boxing’s powerbrokers firmly in his corner.Heavyweight kingmaker Turki Alalshikh has already hosted the amateur star in Saudi Arabia and promoter Bob Arum knew he was dedicated to competing at the 2024 Games when he signed him last year, so the wheels are turning perfectly.Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois will decide an IBF boss on September 21 and Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury will settle their two-fight rivalry three months later.Then Jalolov will join in-form giants like Joseph Parker and Agit Kabayel – who have seriously impressed in the Middle East since its takeover – in competing for the four major titles that are bound to fragment.Brit prodigy Moses Itauma seems nailed on for the top too but Jalolov has over a decade of experience on him and two Olympic gold medals would definitely put him at the head of the mega-money queue.Saudi is hosting a US show on August 3 in Los Angeles – featuring Andy Ruiz, Martin Bakole and Jared Anderson – and an eye-catching win for one of those hulks will sling them in the mix too.But Jalolov – complete with his rare heavyweight stance, his size, amateur pedigree and power – will be the golden bloke of 2025.Read more from Wally Downes Jr.And in 2020 – to mark the May 9 Uzbek Memorial Day – he showed off his rifle handling skills flanked by soldiers.In Paris, if the form book is to be believed, Jalolov should meet Team GB’s hero Delicious Orie in a mouth-watering semi-final clash.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Russia-born Brit with the beautiful backstory will need to add another chapter to his tale to win, after suffering three 2024 defeats already.But it already promises to be a cracker as the Turkic cowboy targets one more gold mine before turning pro and hunting down belts to match his stirrups and reins. 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    Oleksandr Usyk tipped for shock career change after ‘retiring’ Tyson Fury in rematch due to lack of opponents

    OLEKSANDR USYK could be set for a shock career change after his rematch with Tyson Fury.The slick southpaw became the undisputed king of the heavyweights in May when he recorded a split decision victory over The Gypsy King in Saudi Arabia.Oleksandr Usyk defeated Tyson Fury in May to become undisputed heavyweight champCredit: PAThe pair will renew their rivalry on December 21Credit: GETTYUsyk has been tipped to take up a new sport if he wins the rematchCredit: EPAUsyk, however, will have to rematch the former long-reigning WBC champion in a second successive Saudi showdown in December.A second straight win over Fury will have seen Usyk clear out the heavyweight division in just over five years.And his coach has predicted he could make a shock move into MMA or even bare-knuckle boxing after disposing of the Brit.His coach Sergey Lapin told Betway: “He’s proven he’s the best of this generation and, once he’s retired Tyson Fury, he will consider his options. READ MORE ON USYK”Maybe that’s dropping down in weight again, or maybe there’s a wildcard option on the table for him.”Be it in the boxing ring, the MMA cage or even Conor McGregor’s Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship.”The prospect of a potential Usyk fight with UFC heavyweight king Jon Jones or even a boxing match with Jake Paul excites Lapin.He said: “Can you imagine Usyk and Jon Jones fighting to prove they’re the baddest man on the planet? Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Or maybe it’s a third fight with Anthony Joshua in the MMA cage.”Maybe it’s Jake Paul at cruiserweight, although Usyk would need to fight him with one hand behind his back though to make it fair.”Everything we know about Fury-Usyk 2Before Usyk can entertain the prospect of competing in another sport, he has the small matter of handing Fury his second successive loss.The pair will renew their Riyadh rivalry on December 21 and Fury will enter the showdown fuelled by the pain of having his undisputed dream being shattered.He said in June: “Listen up! I’ve conquered everything in boxing – titles, records, the lot.”But I’ve never had to come back from a loss.”On December 21st in Riyadh, in the heart of the kingdom, the king will reclaim his throne and become undisputed. “Usyk, I’m coming for you! Get ready for the Gypsy King!READ MORE SUN STORIES”The path to redemption is all mine.”I know what I have to do, I saw my shortcomings and best believe I am inevitable.”Tyson Fury has vowed to exact revenge on Oleksandr UsykCredit: GETTY More

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    Mike Tyson, 58, breaks silence on Jake Paul’s win over Mike Perry as boxing legend says ‘Countdown Begins’ for fight

    MIKE TYSON has sent an ominous message to Jake Paul after watching him in action against Mike Perry.The YouTuber preserved the pair’s Texas tussle in November thanks to a sixth-round stoppage of the BKFC star in the early hours of Sunday morning.Jake Paul locked horns with Mike Perry in the early hours of Sunday morningCredit: RexPaul stopped the former UFC star in the sixth round of their Tampa tussleCredit: GETTYBoxing legend Mike Tyson sent The Problem Child an ominous message after the fightCredit: X@MIKETYSONTyson was due to have been the man standing opposite Paul but was forced to withdraw from their clash after suffering a medical emergency on-board a flight to Los Angeles.And the former undisputed heavyweight champion’s sights are still set on teaching The Problem Child a lesson just hours after seeing him stop Perry.The 58-year-old posted a video of himself watching Paul be introduced to his Instagram and X pages.Prior to the video post, he wrote: “[The] countdown begins.READ MORE IN BOXING”118 days -16 weeks and 6 days- 17 weekends – 2,832 hours – 169,920 minutes – 10,195,200 seconds”[The] clock starts now. #TysonPaul #TheClockIsTicking #JakesWake.”Paul made it crystal clear he only wants to fight Tyson next in his post-fight interview with DAZN.”I did put him down in the first round and he just survived it but Mike Tyson!” he said. “You’re next big boy.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSJake Paul vs Mike Tyson’s lifestyles comparedONE is a notorious YouTuber-turned-boxer who has taken the sport by storm.The other terrorised all in the ring in the 1980s and 1990s, famously biting the ear off an opponent in one fight.Iron Mike has rebuilt his life after squandering a £300m fortune with a cannabis empire, and is a huge advocate of the drug.And as Paul has continued to rise up the ranks, he has splashed the cash on a fleet of amazing cars.Whereas Tyson had more money than sense until a £15m debt saw him part with his cherished car collection.Paul now lives in a plush mansion worth £13m in Puerto Rico, after escaping his hectic life in LA.But these days, Tyson lounges in his Vegas property he paid £2.5m for with wife Lakiha, who he married in 2009. Paul is not yet married but is smitten with his speed skater girlfriend  Jutta Leerdam. She will be by his side when her man puts his 9-1 boxing record on the line against two-time heavyweight champ Tyson on July 20.Read more: Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson’s lifestyles compared, from The Problem Child’s £13m mansion to Iron Mike’s huge cannabis empire.”Sign the contract! November 15th on Netflix, I’m excited for that one.”I’m going to go home and prepare for that.”Jake Paul calls out Mike Tyson and UFC champion Alex Pereira after KOing Mike PerryPaul is seemingly already looking past Iron Mike as he’s set his sights on fighting UFC light-heavyweight champion Alex PereiraHe continued: “And, Alex Pereira, you said you want to box, I’m the king of this.”I’m the king of this, come over we can make it happen. I want you, Alex Pereira.”Indeed, I just beat a BKFC champion, I beat multiple UFC champions and he said he wants to box.”So Alex Pereira, after Mike Tyson lets make it happen.” More

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    Conor McGregor slams ‘p**sbag’ Jake Paul for calling out Mike Tyson, 58, and fires Mike Perry from BKFC for losing

    CONOR MCGREGOR blasted Jake Paul for setting his sights on Mike Tyson again after his victory over Mike Perry.The YouTuber-turned-boxer made light work of the former UFC welterweight in their Tampa tussle early on Sunday morning.Jake Paul locked horns with former UFC star Mike Perry in a boxing matchCredit: EPAThe Problem Child stopped the BKFC star in the sixth round of their Tampa tussleCredit: GettyPaul was on the receiving end of a blistering rant from Conor McGregor after the fightCredit: EPAPaul, 27, stopped Perry in the sixth round to preserve his November clash with boxing legend Tyson, who he was originally slated to fight this morning.But his display did little to impress McGregor, who launched a blistering and accusation-filled tirade at him on social media.The former two-division champion wrote on X: “Jake Paul is the biggest pi**bag I have ever seen in my life.”40-pound weight difference … and still s***ing himself in there.READ MORE ON JAKE PAUL”Nakisa you should take him to Vegas oh that’s right you could never, the athletic commission testing, real testing, real fighting.”B***h asses. You could never. And then calling out 60-year-old Mike Tyson fresh off an in-flight medical emergency?”I swear to god, a fat can of b**** p***. Most valuable p***bag.”McGregor then turned his attention to the display of BKFC superstar Perry, who went into his clash with Paul having won his last six on the bounce.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSJake Paul vs Mike Tyson’s lifestyles comparedONE is a notorious YouTuber-turned-boxer who has taken the sport by storm.The other terrorised all in the ring in the 1980s and 1990s, famously biting the ear off an opponent in one fight.Iron Mike has rebuilt his life after squandering a £300m fortune with a cannabis empire, and is a huge advocate of the drug.And as Paul has continued to rise up the ranks, he has splashed the cash on a fleet of amazing cars.Whereas Tyson had more money than sense until a £15m debt saw him part with his cherished car collection.Paul now lives in a plush mansion worth £13m in Puerto Rico, after escaping his hectic life in LA.But these days, Tyson lounges in his Vegas property he paid £2.5m for with wife Lakiha, who he married in 2009. Paul is not yet married but is smitten with his speed skater girlfriend  Jutta Leerdam. She will be by his side when her man puts his 9-1 boxing record on the line against two-time heavyweight champ Tyson on July 20.Read more: Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson’s lifestyles compared, from The Problem Child’s £13m mansion to Iron Mike’s huge cannabis empire.And the Irishman, who is a co-owner in the promotion, has claimed ‘Platinum’ is no longer part of the roster.He wrote: “Hey Mike you’re released and you can go and compete in your smelly dirty boxing championship thing, the smell of it, good luck.EXCLUSIVE: Conor McGregor eyeing December UFC return against Michael Chandler at UFC 310 after toe injury”You’re fired. @bareknucklefc.”It didn’t take long for Paul to get wind of McGregor’s latest allegations and his apparent firing of Perry.The Problem Child wrote: “Conor’s on Twitter all the time. He’s on his yacht all the time. But guess where he’s not?”The ring fighting me. So he can talk all the f**k he wants.”But The Notorious MMA Jake Joseph Paul from Disney channel.”Paul has faced numerous accusations of performance-enhancing drug use during his brief professional boxing career.But the former Disney star has passed all the drug tests he’s taken and has vehemently denied ever taking PEDS.In January 2022 message to UFC boss Dana White, he said: “Steroid test me whenever the f**k you want. “It is two weeks after my fight and I’m a fat b***h.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And I take it as a compliment because there’s no other excuse to me knocking out all your champions [than].’ This kid does steroids.'”Look at me. Look at that, a fat b***h.”Jake Paul has vehemently denied accusations of PED useCredit: EPA More

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    Jake Paul says he beat Mike Perry with broken knuckle but says injury will not scupper Mike Tyson fight

    JAKE PAUL said he beat Mike Perry with a broken knuckle – but reassured fans that his bout with Mike Tyson is still on.Paul and Tyson were due to meet in front of over 70,000 in Texas in a controversial clash scrutinised for the 30-year age gap. Jake Paul said he beat Mike Perry with a broken knuckleCredit: GettyBut Tyson, 58, was forced to pull out amid a health precaution with the fight rescheduled to November 15. Paul, 27, instead chose to fight on with the July 20 date over 1,000 miles away in Florida. He chose ex-UFC star-turned-bare-knuckle-boxing champion Mike Perry, 32, as his interim opponent. Paul made no mistake with his biggest payday on the line, flooring Perry three times before a sixth-round stoppage. And after the fight the YouTuber-turned-boxer claimed he entered the bout with an injured knuckle. “I didn’t feel very good tonight,” Paul said. “I was sick leading up to this, my knuckle is messed up it’s swollen like a big ball. “I’ll post it on my Instagram, follow me on Instagram. I’m going to be giving away $10,000 tonight @jakepaul. “You can see my knuckle was basically broken before the fight.”Most read in BoxingBut Paul insisted it was not further delay his fight with Tyson. “No, did it delay this fight? No.” Paul said. “I’m a warrior, man. I’ll fight through anything. We put it all on the line.” Paul improved to 10-1 as a boxer and sent an ominous warning to Tyson ahead of their rescheduled bout. Mike Tyson! You’re next big boy,” Paul said. “Sign the contract! November 15th on Netflix, I’m excited for that one.”I’m going to go home and prepare for that.” Tyson – who was advised to withdraw after suffering an ulcer flare up – retired in 2005 following two dismal defeats. But he came back in 2020 for an exhibition with Roy Jones Jr that ended in an eight-round draw.Tyson posted a video of himself watching Paul’s fight and teased that the “Countdown Begins.”READ MORE SUN STORIES”Mike Tyson is training, he’s back, looking crazier than ever,” Paul added. “November 15th on Netflix, I’m gonna get another KO and prove everyone wrong once again.”Mike Tyson and Jake Paul are due to fight on November 15Credit: Alamy More

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    Jake Paul opens door to rematch with Mike Perry in bare-knuckle or MMA and vows to win boxing world title in two years

    JAKE PAUL is ready to rematch Mike Perry – but in MMA or bare-knuckle while vowing to win a boxing world title in two years. Paul dropped the ex-UFC star three times in Florida before closing the show in round six with a barrage of shots in the corner. Mike Perry was beaten by Jake PaulCredit: RexPerry found success after leaving the UFC to join Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship in 2021. Paul insisted in the lead up to the boxing bout that he would be open to running it back in the cage or with exposed fists. And the YouTuber-turned-boxer – also signed to the Professional Fighters League to make his MMA debut – has kept his word. “Yeah, it’d be fun. I’m down for it all,” Paul told Ariel Helwani. “I love combat, I love going to war, this is what I was destined for and in two years I will be the cruiserweight champion of the f***ing world.”Paul, 27, was due to fight Mike Tyson, 58, in front of over 70,000 in Texas in a controversial clash scrutinised for the 30-year age gap. But Tyson was forced to pull out amid a health precaution with the fight rescheduled to November 15. Paul instead chose to fight on with the July 20 date over 1,000 miles away in Florida against Perry. Most read in BoxingHe improved to 10-1 as a boxer and sent an ominous warning to Tyson ahead of their rescheduled bout. “Mike Tyson! You’re next big boy,” Paul said. “Sign the contract! November 15th on Netflix, I’m excited for that one.”I’m going to go home and prepare for that.” Tyson – who was advised to withdraw after suffering an ulcer flare up – retired in 2005 following two dismal defeats. But he came back in 2020 for an exhibition with Roy Jones Jr that ended in an eight-round draw.Tyson posted a video of himself watching Paul’s fight and teased that the “Countdown Begins.””Mike Tyson is training, he’s back, looking crazier than ever,” Paul added. “November 15th on Netflix, I’m gonna get another KO and prove everyone wrong once again.”Mike Tyson and Jake Paul are due to fight on November 15Credit: Alamy More

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    Jake Paul sends ominous warning to Mike Tyson, 58, ahead of rescheduled bout and calls out UFC champ after Mike Perry KO

    JAKE PAUL warned Mike Tyson to get ready to rumble after keeping their fight for the ages alive. The pair were due to meet in front of over 70,000 in Texas in a controversial clash scrutinised for the 30-year age gap. Jake Paul beat Mike PerryCredit: GettyMike Tyson will now fight Jake PaulCredit: EPABut Tyson, 58, was forced to pull out amid a health precaution with the fight rescheduled to November 15. Paul, 27, instead chose to fight on with the July 20 date over 1,000 miles away in Florida. He chose ex-UFC star-turned-bare-knuckle-boxing champion Mike Perry, 32, as his interim opponent. And Paul made no mistake with his biggest payday on the line, flooring Perry three times before a sixth-round stoppage. The YouTuber-turned-boxer took the opportunity to send an ominous warning to Tyson while also calling out UFC champion Alex Pereira “I did put him down in the first round and he just survived it but Mike Tyson! You’re next big boy,” Paul said. “Sign the contract! November 15th on Netflix, I’m excited for that one.”I’m going to go home and prepare for that. And, Alex Pereira, you said you want to box, I’m the king of this. Most read in BoxingAlex Pereira was called out by Jake PaulCredit: Getty”I’m the king of this, come over we can make it happen. I want you Alex Pereira. “Indeed, I just beat a BKFC champion, I beat multiple UFC champions and he said he wants to box, so Alex Pereira, after Mike Tyson lets make it happen.”Paul shared a FaceTime call with Pereira, 37, in the ring afterwards. The Brazilian is a former kickboxing champ and two-time UFC title holder – currently reigning over the light-heavyweight division. He was encouraged to cross over to boxing by Anthony Joshua, 34, who knocked out MMA’s Francis Ngannou, 37, in March. Paul – who has beaten five former UFC fighters – reiterated Pereira is in his sights but Tyson comes first. “One hundred per cent it’s happening,” he said. “November 15th, Mike Tyson is training, he’s back, looking crazier than ever. November 15th on Netflix, I’m gonna get another KO and prove everyone wrong once again.”READ MORE SUN STORIESTyson retired in 2005 but came back in 2020 for an exhibition with Roy Jones Jr that ended in an eight-round draw. He posted a video of himself watching Paul’s fight and teased that the “Countdown Begins.” More

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    Jake Paul called out by ex-boxing world champ Julio Cesar Chavez Jr after son of a legend is booed for performance

    JAKE PAUL was called out by Julio Cesar Chavez Jr after the former world champion was booed for his performance. Chavez Jr – son the legendary Mexican icon Julio Cesar Sr – returned in Florida against ex-UFC star Uriah Hall. Julio Cesar Chavez Jr called out Jake PaulCredit: DAZNJake Paul beat Mike PerryCredit: RexIt was his first bout since losing to MMA great Anderson Silva in 2021. And Chavez Jr – who formerly held the WBC middleweight title – laboured to a points decision. He faced boos from the crowd but called out YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul – who later beat Mike Perry that night. “Jake Paul, why not?” Chavez Jr responded when asked who he wants to fight next. “I’m a better fighter than his opponents, that’s for sure.”The pair have been linked with a fight before after Chavez Jr revealed he turned down over $2million. And he even claimed he would RETIRE from boxing if he was to lose to Paul. The American social media sensation is now 10-1 and moves onto his rescheduled November 15 against Mike Tyson. Most read in BoxingIron Mike was forced to initially pull out amid a health precaution. But the bout is back on in Texas meanwhile Paul also called out two-weight UFC champ Alex Pereira. Mike Tyson, you’re next big boy. Sign the contract!” Paul said. November 15th on Netflix, I’m excited for that one.”I’m going to go home and prepare for that. And, Alex Pereira, you said you want to box, I’m the king of this. “I’m the king of this, come over we can make it happen. I want you Alex Pereira. “Indeed, I just beat a BKFC champion, I beat multiple UFC champions and he said he wants to box, so Alex Pereira, after Mike Tyson lets make it happen.” More