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FRANK WARREN insists Tyson Fury is a happily retired fighter – in a blow to Anthony Joshua. The heavyweight pair looked destined to finally commence their Battle of Britain this year. Promoter Frank Warren with Tyson FuryCredit: ReutersBut in January, Fury announced a shock retirement to leave the two-fight deal worth £150MILLION facing the KO.The Gypsy King has kept an unusually low profile in the wake of his retirement – spending time with wife Paris and their seven kids.But he was in Manchester to support his cousin Walter on Derek Chisora’s undercard and beamed next to Warren.And the Hall of Fame promoter appeared to shoot down Fury returning despite the allure of a blockbuster against AJ.READ MORE IN BOXINGWarren told BoxingScene: “I don’t speak to him on a regular basis because he’s spending time with his family. “He had nearly a year in training camp with a fight. One camp, very late into the camp, fell apart because of his cut eye. “He got back in camp again for the Usyk fight. Then he had another camp for it [the rematch]. “Last year was a lot of sacrifice for him, not seeing his family, his wife and kids and so forth. He’s making up for it now. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”He’s retired, and I’m just looking forward to him being happy. That’s all I want to do, is see him being happy. He’s retired and God bless him.” Fury, 36, was twice beaten on points by Oleksandr Usyk, 38, last year to lose his WBC title and unbeaten record. Amir Khan echos the nation in plead to Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua… and he speaks from experienceMeanwhile Joshua, 35, was knocked out by Daniel Dubois, 27, in September and pulled out of talks for a rematch.There was hope – with the British stars both beaten – that AJ and Fury would at last settle their grudge in the ring. But Joshua hopes to return in the summer and could be forced to look for a new opponent with Fury staying retired.And Warren added: “He’s been a great, magnificent servant for British and world boxing. He’s been an unbelievable world champion. “He’s one of the two best heavyweights of the 21st century. I love it. I want him to be happy. That’s all that counts for me.”Anthony Joshua was dealt a blow in hopes to fight FuryCredit: Getty More

DEREK CHISORA asked the CROWD to decide who should face in his 50th and final fight.The 41-year-old fans’ favourite beat Otto Wallin on points in Manchester after scoring a ninth-round knockdown. Derek Chisora teased fighting Daniel Dubois, Anthony Joshua or Oleksandr UsykCredit: ReutersIt was his farewell fight in the UK and Chisora was joined in celebration by rappers Skepta, Lethal Bizzle and Tinie Tempah. The music stars each held up a poster of Daniel Dubois, Anthony Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk. And Chisora said: “People, you decide. Do I get Triple D? Do I get my brother AJ? Do I get Oleksandr Usyk? You tell me. “I think I earned number 50 a big blockbuster, please.” READ MORE IN BOXINGChisora once mentored Joshua, 35, having come up together at the Finchley Amateur Boxing Club.The two remain good friends today but Chisora has refused to rule out a fight with his old pal.He was also beaten by Usyk, 38, in 2020 before the Ukrainian became heavyweight world champion.Dubois – who knocked out AJ in September – is the IBF champ and Chisora won an eliminator for his title. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSPromoter Frank Warren said: “Whatever he wants, we will make it happen. We will sit down and make it happen. “He’s now won an eliminator for the IBF title and that’s Daniel Dubois’, so he has that in the bank.”Whatever he wants to do, we will do. Tonight, what a performance. I can’t tell you how proud I am of how he fought in there, Otto as well, because it takes two to make a fight.” More

DEREK CHISORA teed up his 50th and final fight with a trademark bloody win over Otto Wallin.The 41-year-old fans’ favourite dropped the Swedish southpaw in the ninth and last round but was slashed around both eyes and soaked in his own blood – just how he likes it.Victorious Derek Chisora twice downed heavyweight rival Otto WallinCredit: GettyChisora got to work on Wallin in a bruising encounterCredit: ReutersThis victory in this leaves him free to arrange a final swansong.Del Boy is now the IBF’s mandatory challenger for Daniel Dubois’ world title.But Triple D is just one of the potential opponents in the frame for Chisora’s grand finale.Chisora put in arguably a career-best performance as the judges at the new Co-Op Live arena in Manchester called it 117-109, 114-112 and 116-110.READ MORE IN BOXINGWar said: “When I arrived I said I wasn’t going to cry, but I bawled like a baby.”I love the sport, I love the fans. It was a very emotional day.”It was a hard fight. Both of my ears have popped, I didn’t tell my trainers. It was tough.”He surprised us all, as usual, by starting in the southpaw stance as he tried to bob and weave his way into range and throw haymakers.Most read in BoxingJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSWallin’s 34-year-old ribs got an early peppering as the Finchley hulk slashed at his torso.One head shot got the first big roar of the night but Wallin brushed it off and kept his distance.Chisora posed with his team afterwards following a ‘tough’ nightCredit: GettyThe penultimate bout of Chisora’s career went the distanceCredit: GettyMy champagne lunch date with Derek Chisora turned into a naked chat in a Russian sauna as he was whipped with leavesHaving arrived for his Last Dance in full cowboy gear, Chisora was desperate for a shootout. But Wallin kept on his backfoot and jabbing down on his opponent. The second round slipped by with little action apart from Chisora stalking and his older rival doing his best to stay out of danger.Wallin ended the third round with a clever lead left hook that landed on Chisora’s beard.But the fearless veteran just stuck his tongue out as he marched back to his blue corner hungry for more action.Chisora ate two big Wallin uppercuts in the fourth and started looking his age as he gulped for air in between swinging his fists in the leftie’s direction.Chisora landed a trademark right hand in the fifth but he was cut around his right eye and kept blinking, in an effort to stop the blood affecting his vision.The referee stopped the action in the sixth to have the doctor inspect Chisora’s damaged right eye and the crowd got restless that the fight would be waved off early. They roared when it was allowed to reconvene.And Chisora’s corner had to work on the gash in the break, with master cutman Russ Anber doing his best to stem the flow.Chisora kept huffing and puffing in the seventh but Wallin was telegraphing all of his assaults.The first time Wallin slumped to the floor was borderline comicalChisora asked fans who they want to see him fight nextCredit: ReutersDel Boy was a clear winner on points over the battered SwedeCredit: GettyFinally, right on the bell, he backed the visitor into his red corner and unloaded to head and body and Wallin was hurt for the first time.And the old warhorse went on the rampage in the eighth when he unleashed dozens of hooks on Wallin and the crowd was fuming when the ref broke up the action and let the visitor get a much-needed break.Chisora’s big breakthrough came in the ninth when a right hook only seemed to graze Wallin but it clipped his chin and robbed him of his senses.The giant stumbled back the length of the ring and fell to the floor for an eight count.Wallin looked to be gun shy, off the back of his 2013 knockout loss to Anthony Joshua.In round ten, when Chisora was shattered and resting in the corner, Wallin still rejected the chance to unload.But by the eleventh both sides of his face were caked in blood with a second cut opening up under his left eye.Chisora kept hurling shots and with just ten seconds left Wallin was decked again and the bell saved him from any more savagery.The Brit chose to celebrate victory in his own special way – inviting rappers Skepta, Lethal Bizzle and Tinie Tempah into the ring to give them giant pictures.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe three men framed? Potential final opponents Dubois, Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk.Chisora then asked the audience which of the trio they want him to meet next – with AJ getting the loudest roar of approval.It was a painful, gruelling bout for both menCredit: ReutersChisora revealed both his ears popped after his brutal victoryCredit: PA More

TYSON FURY’S cousin picked up his third win in the undercard of Derek Chisora vs Otto Wallin as he continues to follow in the legendary heavyweight’s footsteps.Tyson, 36, is one of the all-time boxing greats having won a total of 34 out of 37 fights, of which he only lost two after enjoying a staggering 16-year undefeated streak.Tyson Fury’s cousin Walter won his third boxing fight to extend his undefeated streakCredit: PATyson proudly celebrated Walter’s victory in the undercard of Derek Chisora vs Otto WallinCredit: ReutersThe Gypsy King’s stunning success has inspired many around the sport.And that includes his cousin Walter Fury who is looking to emulate his popular relative in the ring.Walter, 27, competed at the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester before Chisora and Wallin locked horns.The super welterweight faced off against Joe Hardy with Tyson in attendance.Read More on BoxingWalter was hurt in the fourth round as he started bleeding from his left ear.But he still managed to pick up a decisive victory after the end of the four-round affair.Walter earned a 40-37 victory via decision in front of Tyson, who proudly celebrated.The Gypsy King’s cousin extended his undefeated streak after also beating Dale Arrowsmith and Vasif Mamedov on his professional debut.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSTyson’s next fight is currently unknown after his back-to-back losses to Oleksandr Usyk.The Mancunian bruiser, though, cast even more doubt over a showdown with Anthony Joshua.Has Tyson Fury really retired after calling it a day for the fourth time?The Gypsy King seemingly put the final nail in the coffin of the long-overdue domestic dust-up against Joshua last month by announcing his fifth retirement.Tyson recently told promoter Frank Warren that he’s “happy” with his current life after boxing.Walter is the latest in a long line of Tyson’s relatives to step into the boxing ring.Brother Hughie was previously British heavyweight champion.While half-sibling Tommy has earned millions fighting the likes of Jake Paul and KSI, after shooting to fan on Love Island. More

DEREK CHISORA broke down in tears on TV after arriving for his last-ever fight in the UK.The 41-year-old is taking on Otto Wallin in what will be his 49th career battle.Derek Chisora broke down in tears after arriving for his last-ever UK fightCredit: TNT SportsThe emotions proved to be too much ahead of his battle with Otto WallinCredit: TNT SportsChisora has declared he will call it a day after 50 fights.His final showdown will take place abroad, with Dillian Whyte and Francis Ngannou both in his sights.But tonight’s clash with Wallin will be Chisora’s last-ever UK tilt.And with the match now an official IBF world heavyweight eliminator, the emotions became too much for him as he entered the Co-op Live Arena in Manchester.READ MORE IN BOXINGChisora’s imposing frame and cowboy hat immediately caught the eye as he entered the changing rooms backstage.Yet despite his size, he showed a gentler side by bursting into tears while on live TV.Chisora first leaned against a wall as he soaked in the occasion.And he then retreated to the backrooms as his entourage watched on.Most read in BoxingJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSFans were certainly sympathetic towards Chisora and the meaningful moment.One said: “Stay strong champ.”Derek Chisora unveils plan for shock career change once he’s retired from boxing but plans dream 50TH fight first Another declared: “Let’s go Del Boy! One last win.”One noted: “He’s had a fantastic career, ducked nobody, good luck Del Boy.”Another added: “He’s a national treasure.” More

BOXER John Cooney has died after suffering a brain injury during the first defence of his Celtic super-featherweight title fight.Cooney was rushed to Royal Victoria Hospital after his ninth round defeat to Welshman Nathan Howells in Belfast last Saturday.John Cooney has sadly died at the age of 28 after a brain injuryCooney underwent surgery to relieve pressure on his brain but sadly passed away on SaturdayThe Irish boxer underwent surgery to relieve pressure on his brain following the bout at the Ulster Hall but succumbed to the traumatic injury a week later. On arrival at the RVH it was discovered that Cooney had suffered an intracranial haemorrhage per a statement released by promoter Mark Dunlop on Monday afternoon.Cooney, 28, remained in ICU as he fought for his live but sadly passed away. MHD Promotions issued a statement to confirm the devastating news on behalf of Cooney’s heartbroken family.The statement read: “It is with complete devastation that we have to announce that after a week of battling for his life John Cooney has sadly passed away. “Mr and Mrs Cooney and his fiancée Emmaleen would like to thank the staff at Belfast’s Royal Victoria Hospital who have worked tirelessly to save John’s life and for everyone who has sent messages of support and prayers.”He was a much-loved son, brother and partner and it will take us all a lifetime to forget how special he was. RIP John “The Kid” Cooney.”Further tributes were paid to the fighter from former professional boxer turned coach Conrad Cummings.Most read in BoxingHe said: “John Cooney the warrior gave up his fight and passed away this evening“I am deeply saddened, I can’t begin to think of the hurt his poor fiancée and family are going through.. I pray they find the strength.”The Ulster Hall posted on X: “We’re sending heartfelt condolences to John Cooney’s family and friends and the wider boxing community. “A devastating outcome for this young sportsman and all those around him.”The Galway boxer won the Celtic title with a first-round win over Liam Gaynor in November 2023 at a sold-out 3Arena in Dublin.His victory was on the undercard of Katie Taylor’s rematch win over Chantelle Cameron.Cooney was out of action for over 12 months after recovering from a hand injury.He went on to beat Tampela Maharusi of Tanzania in London last year October before tragedy struck in last week’s defeat to Howells. More