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      Chris Eubank Jr trolls Conor Benn by eating sweet treat after his dad demands he pull out of fight amid weight concerns

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      CHRIS EUBANK JR trolled Conor Benn after his father asked him to pull out of the fight due to safety concerns.The Brits are set to lock horns on October 8 at the O2 Arena.
      Chris Eubank Jr trolled Conor Benn during his birthday mealCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Benn has also poked fun at his opponent over the weight issueCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      To make it an equal fight the pair have agreed to weigh in at 157lbs, meaning Benn, 25, has to gain an extra 10lbs.
      But Eubank, 33, usually fights at 160lbs and has fought at 168lbs in the past, and cutting weight could present a danger for the boxer.
      Eubank previously stated he will only be able to fight at 60 per cent due to the cut and rehydration clause which limits Eubank’s weight the day after his weigh-in.
      But he showed little care for his dieting as he enjoyed his birthday meal on Sunday however, and instead took time to troll his opponent on Instagram.
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      The boxer was filmed tucked into his birthday cake on a plate that was decorated with ‘60%’.
      Eubank then filmed himself taking a huge bite of his sticky toffee pudding and ice cream dessert, with a caption that read: “Just can’t help myself.”
      The fighter’s carefree antics come just a week after his father urged him not to fight Benn.
      Eubank Sr is concerned by his son having to boil down and dehydrate for the fight and is fearful of losing another child following the suddean death of Sebastian from a heart attack aged 29.
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      Eubank Sr said: “This fight should not be allowed to happen, it is dangerous.
      “I have given my advice and I will continue giving it because I know how dangerous weight cutting is.
      “I have already lost one son, there is no way I am going to risk losing another.
      “I have spoken to Conor Benn — who I regard as a brilliant fighter and a king — and he told me he was willing to fight at 160lb.
      “So who has engineered this dangerous decision to limit my son?”
      But Eubank Jr confirmed the fight will go ahead despite having a cheat day from his diet. More

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      Joe Joyce vs Joseph Parker tale of the tape: Where huge heavyweight fight will be won and lost

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      JOE JOYCE and Joseph Parker are set to collide at the AO Arena in Manchester on Saturday.The pair have remained patient for the contest as the fight looked like it would take place in the summer before contract talks broke down.
      Joe Joyce is unbeaten and has a height and reach advantage over Joseph Parker
      Joyce accused Parker of trying to avoid himCredit: Rex
      Parker has not fought since beating Derek Chisora in DecemberCredit: PA
      Joyce, 36, is fresh from his victory over Christian Hammer in July and is looking to maintain his unbeaten 14-0 record.
      Parker has not fought since last December when he defeated Derek Chisora via unanimous decision.
      In fact, Joyce is the first new opponent for the Kiwi since he boxed Junior Fa in February 2021, having also fought Chisora in May of that year.
      Parker has won his last six fights following back-to-back losses against Anthony Joshua and Dillian Whyte.
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      Joyce is aiming to become the third British victor over Parker and boasts a height and reach advantage over the 30-year-old.
      He also possesses greater knockout power with 93 per cent of his wins coming from KOs compared to Parker’s 66 per cent.
      But there is huge pressure on the Juggernaut as a win for either fighter will set up a WBO heavyweight world title fight against Oleksandr Usyk.
      That makes it the biggest contest of Joyce’s career since he missed out on superheavyweight gold at the Rio Olympics in 2016.
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      In the build-up to the fight Joyce has accused Parker of trying to avoid him, referring to the previous breakdown in talks.
      The Londoner said: “This fight has been a long time in the making.
      “Parker realised he had nowhere else to go and eventually had to take this fight. No 1 vs No 2.
      “The winner goes on to fight for the world title! It’s going to be a cracking fight and you will see why he tried so hard to avoid me!”
      Parker hit back and promised to show the best he has offer, saying: “On Saturday, September 24th, the fans in Manchester will see the very best of me.
      “And Joe Joyce will see exactly why I will become the heavyweight champion of the world again with BOXXER.
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      “I am working hard with my trainer Andy Lee, everything is going smoothly and I truly feel great.
      “I have waited patiently to get this fight on and let me tell you now, the Juggernaut’s journey ends right here. He has nowhere to run.” More

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      ‘Rest in heaven for eternity’ – Tyson Fury and John Terry lead sport stars in paying tribute to The Queen after funeral

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      TYSON FURY paid tribute to The Queen and offered his condolences to The Royal Family ahead of her funeral.The boxer, 34, had been on a social media blackout out of respect for Her Majesty following her death.
      Tyson Fury revealed he has been on a social media blackout out of respect for The QueenCredit: Instagram @tysonfury
      Fury and wife Paris paid their respects to Her Majesty with a floral tribute last week
      But he returned to social media to honour The Queen while wishing for the funeral to go well.
      In a video he posted on Instagram Fury said: “Hey guys, Queen’s funeral today. I’ve been off social media the past ten days mourning in respect for our Queen who’s died.
      “Not posted nothing. Not been interested in anything else. I hope all the funeral goes well, condolences to the full family and may she rest in heaven for eternity.”
      John Terry also bid farewell to The Queen with a message on social media saying: “Today we very sadly say goodbye to our greatest ever Monarch, Queen Elizabeth ll.
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      “Thank you for your service, dedication and sacrifice for our great country. Rest In Peace Your Majesty ❤️.”
      Fury paid his respects in person last week as he laid flowers for Her Majesty outside the gates of Buckingham Palace alongside his wife Paris.
      The pair also placed a card in tribute with a message that read: “To Our Queen.
      “Great may your bed be in Heaven.
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      “Love from Tyson and Paris.”
      Fury and Paris are in France after taking a private jet to Cannes for what could be a final holiday for the couple before the Gypsy King’s next fight.
      Fury is currently in talks to fight Anthony Joshua in a huge ‘Battle of Britain’ heavyweight bout.
      The fight is expected to take place at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff in December.
      A 60-40 purse split in Fury’s favour has already been agreed and both Brits are preparing to start their respective training programmes.
      Fury is also expected to take on WBA, WBO and IBF heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk, who defeated Joshua for the second time last month. More

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      Tyson Fury and wife Paris fly out on private jet to Cannes for holiday break away ahead of Anthony Joshua fight talks

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      TYSON FURY and his wife Paris have shared snaps of them travelling to France on holiday ahead of talks over a fight with Anthony Joshua. Joshua and Fury are closing in on a deal that sees them go head-to-head on December 3 in Cardiff at the Principality Stadium.
      Paris & Tyson Fury took a private jet to CannesCredit: Instagram
      Paris boasts an Instagram following of one millionCredit: Instagram
      They were served a fancy looking lunch on their way to FranceCredit: Instagram
      Paris married Tyson in 2008Credit: Instagram
      Anthony Joshua has lost his last two fight both to Oleksandr UsykCredit: PA
      But in the meantime the 34-year-old has jetted off to Cannes on a private jet.
      His partner Paris uploaded photos to Instagram of the couple on the luxurious aeroplane.
      She also shared with her followers a picture of the food they got on board as well as another photo of ‘The Gypsy King’.
      When they landed a separate snap of Paris in a dress enjoying the sun was posted on her story too.
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      This could be the last chance the couple get to go on holiday prior to the proposed fight with AJ.
      Tyson and Paris were last seen together paying tribute to the Queen by laying flowers outside Buckingham Palace.
      His preparations for the bout are already underway though with both boxers seen sparring recently.
      Fury’s promoter Frank Warren has confirmed a contract has been sent to Joshua’s team.
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      The WBC title fight which has already been dubbed the Battle of Britain is set to be arguably the biggest heavyweight battle ever in the UK.
      Warren is confident it will sell 2million pay-per-views.
      Fury will be aiming to continue his unbeaten record meanwhile Joshua will need the bounce back from his recent defeat to Oleksandr Usyk. More

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      Floyd Mayweather vs Mikuru Asakura: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel, undercard for Money’s return to ring

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      FLOYD MAYWEATHER makes his return to the ring this weekend in another money-spinning bout against Japanese MMA fighter Mikuru Asakura. The 50-0 retired boxer hasn’t been in the ring since a clash with sparring partner Don Moore in May.
      Floyd Mayweather will face Mikuru Asakura at the Super Saitama ArenaCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
      Floyd Mayweather is undefeated as a professional boxer and has a 50-0 recordCredit: Getty
      Mayweather also fought Logan Paul in a bout which earned him millions of dollars last summer.
      His clash against Asakura will be his first against an MMA fighter since his win over Tenshin Nasukawa in 2018.
      Mayweather has also been rumoured to be in negotiations with KSI’s brother Deji for another exhibition later this year.
      But first he must get through 28-year-old Rizin star Asakura.

      When is Mayweather vs Asakura?

      Mayweather’s clash against Asakura will take place on Sunday, September 25.
      The fight will be held at the Super Saitama Arena in Saitama, Japan.
      The arena is set to welcome 37,000 fans for the mega event.
      The ring-walks will begin at 4am UK time on Sunday, September 25.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Mayweather vs Asakura will be shown live on Fite TV PPV in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the Fite TV app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      It costs £19.99 to watch the event in the UK.

      Mayweather vs Asakura full card
      Mayweather has partnered up with Japanese MMA promotion RIZIN once again for his next exhibition bout.
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      Floyd Mayweather vs. Mikuru Asakura – Boxing Exhibition Bout
      Nadaka Yoshinari vs. Bandasak So Trakunpet – Kickboxing Bout

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      Kyoji Horiguchi vs. Yuto Hokamura
      Hiromasa Ogikubo vs. Soo Chul Kim
      Kyohei Hagiwara vs. Chihiro Suzuki
      Juri Ohara vs. Luiz Gustavo
      Shoma Shibisai vs. Cally Gibrainn de Oliveira

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      What has been said?
      Mayweather said: “My legacy is already engraved in stone.
      “But it’s still great just to go around the world and entertain people from all walks of life.
      “I’m pretty sure he’s gonna come out and give his best, like any and every guy, but I’ve seen every style, so, my job is just to go out there, be me, have fun and do what I do best.
      “September we’re going to have fun and entertain people. I’m Floyd Mayweather to him. He’s just another opponent to me.”
      Asakura said: “I’m an MMA fighter but I’m going to use this opportunity and I’m going to use him to raise my name and my value internationally. I will win this fight.” More

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      ‘Not impressive’ – Boxing pros give their verdicts on Canelo’s points win over Golovkin including Eubank Jr

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      BOXING pros slated Canelo Alvarez’s trilogy triumph over fellow legend Gennady Golovkin.And as fighters condemned the “unimpressive” contest, Brit Chris Eubank Jr urged GGG, 40, to step down to fight him at middleweight or retire.
      Canelo Alvarez lands on Gennady Golovkin but the two icons failed to deliver convincing blows as far as top pros were concernedCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Chris Eubank Jr wants to fight GGG
      Big names in boxing reckoned Golovkin rarely threatened in Canelo’s tame points victory by 116-112, 115-113, 115-113.
      But Mexican Canelo, 32, revealed he needs surgery on his left hand ahead of a possible revenge bid against Dmitry Bivol.
      Fight rivals, though, were quick to point the finger after he made it two wins and a draw from three bouts with Kazakh hero Golovkin.
      Enzo Maccarinelli perhaps nailed the common verdict when claiming Canelo won far easier than the scorecards suggested.
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      Wales’ ex-world cruiserweight king posted: “9-3 and that’s being generous two warriors one still elite and one not anymore boxing is about timing.”
      Former world welterweight champ Paul Malignaggi insisted: “Canelo always had this fight in his back pocket. Not impressive. Benavidez is the real test at 168 not a 40 year old GGG.”
      And ex- super-middleweight title-holder Caleb Truax tweeted: “Those are three of the worst scorecards of all time.”
      A third American, one-time light-middeweight king Sergia Mora, claimed: “Them scorecards being read put more worry in Canelo than the 12 rounds he just went with GGG!! 115-113! Wow!”
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      At least Eubank Jr looked forward rather than back as he suggested Golovkin should stop fighting at super-middleweight.
      He posted: “GGG you had a great run. Come back down to middleweight & let’s fight for those belts you still have in December or just pass em over & I’ll look after them for the next couple years while you enjoy retirement… you earned it champ.”
      But fans jabbed back at Eubank on social media – claiming GGG would still have his measure.
      Replies such as “Have a day off son” and “boring” were accompanied by opinions like: “He would still beat you.” More

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      Chris Eubank Jr tells Gennady Golovkin to fight him in December or RETIRE as Brit vows to ‘look after’ the titles

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      CHRIS EUBANK JR has told Gennady Golovkin to fight him in December or RETIRE from boxing. Golovkin moved up to super-middleweight to complete his trilogy with Canelo Alvarez, following a prior draw and loss to the Mexican.
      Chris Eubank Jr wants to fight Gennady Golovkin in DecemberCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      But GGG suffered another defeat at the hands of Canelo and confirmed he will move back down to middleweight as a result.
      Eubank, 33, has called for a fight with Golovkin, 40, ever since their talks collapsed at the last hurdle in 2016.
      And the British contender is ready to give fans a Christmas cracker of a fight with GGG, despite returning against Conor Benn on October 8.
      Eubank tweeted: “GGG you had a great run.
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      “Come back down to middleweight & let’s fight for those belts you still have in December or just pass em over & I’ll look after them for the next couple years while you enjoy retirement… you earned it champ.”
      Eubank is set to fight at a career-lowest 157lb for his catchweight clash with welterweight prospect Benn, 25.

      That is despite calls from his own dad to pull out amid concerns in dropping the extra 3lb.
      Meanwhile Golovkin poured cold water on retirement with plans to defend his WBA, IBF and WBO belts.
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      He said: “Remember guys, I still have three belts at 160. I’ll come back guys. I’m still champion guys.”
      Golovkin settled his half a decade feud with Canelo, 32, following 36 shared rounds with his iconic rival.
      He said: “I want to shake hands with Canelo, congrats. The guy is a real warrior and if you don’t understand, you don’t understand nothing.”
      Canelo Alvarez and Gennady Golovkin settled their feud after 36 shared roundsCredit: AFP More

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      Five fights for Gennady Golovkin, 40, as boxing legend refuses retirement after Canelo Alvarez trilogy loss

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      GENNADY GOLOVKIN is ready to move back down to middleweight as he refused retirement following defeat to Canelo Alvarez. The Kazakh icon jumped to super-middleweight to complete his trilogy with Canelo, who he drew with in 2017 but lost to a year later.
      Gennady Golovkin was beaten on points in his trilogy with Canelo AlvarezCredit: AP
      But again GGG suffered defeat at the hands of the Mexican superstar, meaning he will return to middleweight.
      Golovkin, 40, said: “Remember guys, I still have three belts at 160. I’ll come back guys. I’m still champion guys.”
      So here, SunSport runs down what could be next for one of boxing’s most feared punchers.
      Jermall Charlo
      The American, 32, is among the biggest stars at middleweight, unbeaten in 32 fights and the current WBC champion.
      Golovkin has also finished the final fight on his DAZN deal, meaning he is free to accept an offer from Charlo’s PBC stable.
      It would provide GGG the opportunity to return in a pay-per-view mega-fight Stateside.
      Jermall Charlo could welcome Gennady Golovkin back to middleweight
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      Chris Eubank Jr
      Eubank, 33, has been chasing a fight with Golovkin since 2016, when talks between them broke down.
      He returns on October 8 against Conor Benn, 25, in a 157lb catchweight clash but the middleweight is so confident he has already lined up GGG.
      Eubank tweeted: “GGG you had a great run. Come back down to middleweight & let’s fight for those belts you still have in December or just pass em over & I’ll look after them for the next couple years while you enjoy retirement… you earned it champ.”
      Chris Eubank Jr wants to fight Gennady GolovkinCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
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      Janibek Alimkhanuly
      Golovkin’s countryman was elevated to WBO champ with Demetrius Andrade set to move up in weight.
      It would offer GGG a huge homecoming fight with three of the four belts on the line.
      Golovkin recently called to fight back home in Kazakhstan and Alimkhanuly, 29, could be his perfect dance partner.
      Janibek Alimkhanuly is the WBO middleweight championCredit: AP
      Billy Joe Saunders
      Saunders, 33, is yet to return since suffering defeat and FOUR face fractures in defeat to Canelo in May 2021.
      And the slick southpaw has insisted he will only come back for the biggest fights possible.
      Saunders long wanted to face GGG while he was middleweight champ and the stars could finally align for them to fight now.
      Billy Joe Saunders is yet to return since defeat to Canelo AlvarezCredit: Reuters
      Jaime Munguia
      Munguia, 25, is considered the next Mexican boxing hope, climbing the ladder as a 40-0 unbeaten former light-middleweight champion.
      So while Golovkin’s rivalry with Canelo may be settled, he could be convinced into another Mexican showdown with Munguia.
      Although, it would not have a title on the line, which may not appeal to GGG.
      Jaime Munguia is considered the next Mexican boxing hopeCredit: Getty More