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      ‘The king is back’ – Deontay Wilder ready to fight Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury and Usyk in blockbuster return to boxing

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      DEONTAY WILDER is plotting a blockbuster boxing return with his eyes on Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk. The American faces ex-sparring partner Robert Helenius on October 15, which will be his first bout in a year.
      Deontay Wilder is plotting a blockbuster boxing returnCredit: PA
      Wilder is yet to return since losing in round 11 of his epic trilogy fight against Fury in October 2021.
      But the former WBC world heavyweight champion will waste no time in targeting the big names on his comeback trail.
      He told EsNEWS: “I’ll fight them all. We’ll see, the future is bright. The king is back.
      “Ain’t no excitement going through unless I’m here. We’ve tried to prove that many times, and we have.
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      “That’s why I’m back by popular demand.”
      Wilder, 36, is currently in Las Vegas with head coach Malik Scott, training for his return fight against Helenius, 38.
      Promoter Eddie Hearn is now eyeing a fight between the Bronze Bomber and Joshua, 32, after AJ lost his rematch to Usyk.
      Meanwhile the Ukrainian, 35, is now set to face Fury, 34, in a first ever four-belt heavyweight unification bout.
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      Wilder reacted: “I think Fury will be too big for him.
      “He just uses his size all the time, no matter what, and a lot of other things.
      “I think Usyk’s too small, that’s my opinion. I think Usyk has a stamina problem as well.
      “You saw with Joshua, if Joshua had enough stamina it’d probably be a different result.”
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      Tyson Fury reckons Anthony Joshua ‘has found his level’ after ‘coming up wanting’ following Oleksandr Usyk loss

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      TYSON FURY has claimed Anthony Joshua “found his level” in defeat to Oleksandr Usyk.The 32-year-old Brit lost by split decision to the unbeaten Ukrainian in Saudi Arabia on Saturday night.
      Fury has claimed AJ ‘found his level’ in defeat to UsykCredit: The Times
      Joshua was beaten by Usyk again in their rematch on Saturday nightCredit: Getty
      Joshua’s third professional defeat – and second in a row – has ended talks of an all-British dust-up with Fury for the time being.
      And while Fury now enters negotiations over a potential undisputed bout with Usyk, he has also piled in on AJ’s ability.
      Speaking on talkSPORT, he said: “There’s no disrespect to Joshua – but at top-level, world-class boxing, he just can’t cut it.”
      He then went on to add: “I don’t respect Usyk. I don’t think he’s a great fighter. I’ve seen more excitement in Morecambe on a Friday night.
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      ” Without being disrespectful to Joshua, he’s found his level. He’s lost three of his last five, so clearly he’s come up wanting at a high level.
      “I didn’t take anything from that fight, Joshua found his level.
      “Usyk didn’t land a worthwhile punch in 12 rounds. It was tip-tap b*******! He couldn’t knock the skin off a rice pudding.”
      Fury was then quizzed on where AJ’s legacy sits following the back-to-back losses against Usyk.
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      To which he simply responded: “It’s in tatters.”
      Fury also told Usyk that his team have just one week to negotiate the undisputed fight or he will stay retired.
      The Gypsy King claimed he was hanging up his gloves after knocking out Dillian Whyte in April.
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      But following Usyk’s win over AJ, he revealed he would face the Ukrainian for the unrealistic price of £500million.
      He elaborated on that position by adding: “They have a week. It’s August 24. They have a week to submit their offers.
      “I want it in writing with proof of funds. This fight is purely about money. I’m happily retired. I don’t need money, I’ve got plenty of money.” More

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      Frank Warren names two boxers Anthony Joshua should fight before Tyson Fury showdown can be considered

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      PROMOTER Frank Warren has named the two heavyweights Anthony Joshua should fight before he is ready to take on Tyson Fury.The 32-year-old Brit was beaten by Oleksandr Usyk for a second time at the weekend as the Ukrainian clinched a split decision victory in Saudi Arabia.
      Anthony Joshua was beaten by Oleksandr Usyk for a second time on Saturday nightCredit: Getty
      Tyson Fury is now expected to face Usyk for the undisputed heavyweight titleCredit: Reuters
      The result leaves Fury and Usyk on a collision course towards an undisputed title fight, with AJ set to return in a non-title bout at the end of the year.
      It will be the first time since 2015 that Joshua is not competing for the world heavyweight championship, and the identity of his next opponent remains up in the air.
      But Warren, who promotes Fury, feels two men he represents would be the perfect test in the form of Daniel Dubois and Joe Joyce.
      Speaking to talkSPORT, the 70-year-old was asked if Fury-Joshua could still happen, to which he said: “That is something Tyson has to decide if he wants to do that.
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      “He [Joshua] has to earn redemption. He’s coming off two losses, two significant losses.
      “For me, if he wants to get redemption he has to fight a Daniel Dubois or a Joe Joyce.”
      Dubois captured the WBA regular title last time out with a commanding KO win over Trevor Bryant in the US.
      Meanwhile, Joyce is the mandatory challenger for Usyk’s WBO strap, but is putting that position on the line against Joseph Parker on September 24.
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      Joyce and Dubois fought each other back in 2020, with the former getting the better of his fellow countryman.
      The Olympic silver medallist stopped Dubois in the 10th round after inflicting a nasty eye injury on the young heavyweight with his superb jab.
      Dubois does not currently have a fight lined up, but is being linked with a clash against Dillian Whyte. More

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      Devastated Tyson Fury calls for knife criminals to be CASTRATED in passionate outburst after cousin stabbed to death

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      TYSON Fury has today called for knife criminals to be castrated after his cousin Rico Burton was stabbed to death.The 31-year-old was knifed to death in a 3am “bloodbath” in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, over the weekend.
      The “Gypsy King” slammed cowards who carried knives and urged the government to do moreCredit: PA
      His cousin Rico Burton was knifed to death over the weekend in ManchesterCredit: Instagram
      Earlier today, Liam O’Prey appeared in court charged with murdering Fury’s cousin in the fatal attack.
      Speaking to talkSport, the heavyweight boxing champion called out the government to take stricter action on the knife crime pandemic before slamming the “cowardly” acts.
      A devastated Fury said: “I just had a cousin murdered last week with knife crime. The most cowardly s***house thing anyone can do to somebody.
      “The government, the UK, we’re supposed to be one of the safest countries in the world.
      “We can’t go down the street with a watch on or anything or we’ll get stabbed.”
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      The Gypsy King suggested that the government “needs to make it tougher on these cowards who carry knives and weapons”.
      Fury then incredibly claimed that anyone caught with a knife for stabbing someone “needs castrating”.
      And the star boxer also called for a sentence of “5-7 years” in jail for even carrying a knife.
      He added: “It costs the government too much money to house them in a prison.
      “It costs them £60/70,000 a year to put these scumbags in jail. Castrate the little b*stards.
      “What little cowardly scumbag needs to carry a knife with them in our country?”
      Ex-youth boxing star Rico had been watching the Anthony Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk fight with pals on Saturday before they moved to a different pub in leafy Altrincham.
      Emergency crews were scrambled to the Goose Green area in the early hours of Sunday morning after a fight allegedly broke out.
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      Rico was rushed to hospital but sadly couldn’t be saved and was declared dead shortly after.
      His death comes amid a wave of knife and gun violence across the UK, much of it focused in London.
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      Watch Andy Ruiz show off blistering hand speed as Anthony Joshua conqueror prepares for clash with Luis Ortiz

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      ANDY RUIZ JR has shown off his breathtaking hand speed as he prepares for a heavyweight showdown with Luis Ortiz.The Mexican-American, 32, will take on the experienced Cuban, 43, in Los Angeles on September 3.
      Andy Ruiz Jr showed off his rapid hand speed during trainingCredit: @premierboxing
      The Mexican is looking to put himself back in contention for a world title shotCredit: @premierboxing
      And he seems to be in good shape ahead of the contest with less than two weeks to go until fight night.
      Ruiz’ Jr’s promoters PBC showcased a clip of him training in the gym as he rattled off some furiously quick punches on the pads.
      He is looking to position himself for a huge fight or world championship bout – with opponent Ortiz’s only defeats coming at the hands of Deontay Wilder.
      Ruiz Jr has lost to Joseph Parker and Anthony Joshua, but did make history for Mexico in 2019 when he became the country’s first ever heavyweight champion.
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      He stunned AJ by dropping him four times on the way to a KO victory in New York – one of the biggest ever shocks in boxing’s blue-riband division.
      However, over the six months that followed Ruiz piled on the pounds and failed to train properly.
      He subsequently lost the belts in Saudi Arabia at the end of 2019 as Joshua outboxed him over 12 rounds.
      Ruiz then spent nearly 18 months out of the ring as he recovered from the devastating loss to AJ.
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      But he returned to action in May 2021, securing a unanimous decision victory over Chris Arreola.
      However, he was dropped in the second round of that contest, so there remains question marks over his sharpness.
      If Ruiz comes through the tough challenge of Ortiz, he has been linked with a showdown against Wilder next year.
      Both Ruiz and Wilder are promoted by PBC – making a clash between the two a logical fight to make.
      Wilder is set to return to action for the first time since his second loss to Tyson Fury when he faces Robert Helenius on October 15.
      Ruiz stopped Joshua in 2019 but then lost his world title belts in the rematchCredit: Marc Aspland – The Times More

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      Liam O’Prey in court charged with murdering Tyson Fury’s cousin Rico Burton in stabbing outside bar

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      A MAN has today appeared in court charged with murdering Tyson Fury’s cousin in a knife attack outside a bar.Rico Burton, 31, was stabbed to death in a 3am “bloodbath” in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, over the weekend.
      Rico Burton was stabbed to death outside a pub
      Liam O’Prey has been charged with murderCredit: Facebook/Liam O’pray
      A 17-year-old man, believed to be a relative, suffered significant life-changing injuries and remains in hospital.
      Liam O’Prey, 21, appeared at Manchester and Salford Magistrates’ Court today charged with murder.
      He is also accused of assault and causing wounding with intent in relation to the teen and faces further charges of possession of a bladed article and possession of cocaine.
      O’Prey was flanked by extra security as he spoke to confirm his name, date of birth and address during the short hearing.
      He was remanded in custody to next appear at Manchester Crown Court on Friday.
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      Ex-youth boxing star Rico had been watching the Anthony Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk fight with pals on Saturday before they moved to a different pub in leafy Altrincham.
      Emergency crews were scrambled to the Goose Green area in the early hours of Sunday morning after a fight allegedly broke out.
      Rico was rushed to hospital but sadly couldn’t be saved and was declared dead shortly after.
      Officers arrested O’Prey and a 20-year-old man on suspicion of murder following the horror.
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      The second suspect has been released on bail pending enquiries.
      In a social media post on Sunday, Fury called on the government to “bring higher sentencing for knife crime” after his cousin was “stabbed in the neck”.
      The heavyweight boxing champion wrote on Instagram: “My cousin was murdered last night, stabbed in the neck.
      “This is becoming ridiculous… idiots carry knives. This needs to stop.”
      He added: “ASAP, UK government needs to bring higher sentencing for knife crime.
      “It’s a pandemic and you don’t know how bad it is until one of your own.
      “Life is very precious and it can be taken away very quick. Enjoy every moment.”
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      Steve Egan, 60, chief coach at Jimmy Egan’s Boxing Academy where Rico trained, described him as a “lovely lad” and a “fantastic boxer”.
      He added: “We are all devastated.”
      O’Prey appeared in court todayCredit: Facebook/Liam O’pray
      Tyson Fury has called for an end to knife crime
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      Tyson Fury sets deadline to make £500million Oleksandr Usyk fight and promises to retire again if it is not met

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      TYSON FURY will fight Oleksandr Usyk if a deal can be agreed within the next week.If not, the Gypsy King is set to stay retired after officially hanging up his gloves following his victory over Dillian Whyte in March.
      Tyson Fury called on the “suits” to arrange a deal with Oleksandr Usyk
      Usyk called out Fury for an undisputed clash after his win over Anthony JoshuaCredit: Getty
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      Usyk called out Fury for a fight after he retained his world title belts to beat Anthony Joshua on Saturday.
      The Ukrainian says he will fight nobody else if he cannot land a showdown with Fury – and the Brit feels the same way.
      Fury sent a message to his promoter Frank Warren on Instagram, as well as US promoters Top Rank and also ESPN and the WBC.
      In the video he said: “To all these suitors out there who want to make the fight, I’m going to give youse all seven days, till the 1st of September to come up with the money.
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      “If not, thank you very much it’s been a blast. I’m retired.
      “All them offers submitted must be to my lawyer Robert Davis in writing with proof of funds. Let the games begin.”
      The WBC – whose heavyweight belt is held by Fury – are willing to sanction the mouthwatering dust-up.
      But Fury won’t fight the unbeaten champion for anything less than half a BILLION pounds.
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      Fury also claimed he would have fought for the title of undisputed heavyweight champion for free had Joshua won The Rage on the Red Sea.
      He said: “Everyone keeps asking about this fight with this Ukrainian guy. Are you going to come back? Are you going to do this? Are you going to do that?
      “Let’s face it, it’s not Anthony Joshua – which I would’ve done for free in England.
      “It’s some foreigner who nobody really cares about. To fight this unknown quantity and give him an opportunity of legendary status? They have to pay for that.
      “They have a week. It’s August 24. They have a week to submit their offers.
      “I want it in writing with proof of funds.
      “It’s the biggest fight in the world so it needs to be the biggest pay day in the world. [Floyd] Mayweather got £400million to fight [Manny] Pacquiao, I want £500m!
      “I know they [Saudi Arabia] have got the money. They’ve offered Tiger Woods $1billion!
      “I have no real interest in Usyk. Some man that nobody can really say his name? A pumped-up middleweight?
      “It’s not my fault he’s gone and battered AJ, some bodybuilder! It’s not my fault that happened twice in a row.”
      Usyk came out on top instead and the 35-year-old called out Fury after his win.
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      He said: “I’m sure that Tyson Fury is not retired yet. I’m sure, I’m convinced he wants to fight me.
      “I want to fight him and if I’m not fighting Tyson Fury, I’m not fighting at all.” More

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      Deontay Wilder vowed to ‘clean out’ heavyweight division while naming three dream opponents

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      DEONTAY WILDER vowed to ‘clean out’ the heavyweight division last year as he gets set for a ring comeback.Wilder, 36, will return to action after a year out when he fights Robert Helenius in New York in October.
      Deontay Wilder vowed to ‘clean out’ the heavyweight divisionCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      The former WBC champion has not fought since his loss to Tyson Fury in their trilogy fight last October.
      It was Wilder’s second loss to the Brit after their first bout ended in a draw.
      WBC king Fury is set to come out of retirement to fight WBA, IBF and WBO champ Oleksandr Usyk.
      The Ukrainian beat Anthony Joshua for a second time in Saudi Arabia at the weekend.
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      Speaking before his trilogy fight against Fury, Wilder told Marcus Watson last year: “I’d love to fight guys I haven’t fought, you know, the ones at the top who I haven’t fought.
      “That’s what I want and I know that’s kinda lame a little bit, to not name a name. But anyone I haven’t faced at the top, that’s you.”
      Asked about Joshua or Ruiz, Wilder responded: “Yeah. Any fighter that’s at the top that people haven’t seen me fight and people strongly want to see me fight, that’s who I want to fight.
      “I can sit here and name names all day, that’s the easy part.
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      “I’m just going to go to the top and once you go to the top and it’s someone I ain’t fought, that’s who I want to fight.
      “I want to clean the division out, period.”
      Joshua and Wilder spent the best part of a year failing to agree terms to fight.
      It led to AJ facing Ruiz in June 2019, where he suffered a shock upset before winning the WBA, IBF and WBO belts back six months later.
      Wilder was asked who his three dream opponents of any era would be and he gave tribute fellow Alabamians Joe Louis, Earnie Shavers and Evander Holyfield.
      He said: “When I’m asked that question, my mind always goes back to Alabama, bro, with the fighters that came before me, that paved the way before me.
      “Most of them had to start their career in other states, but they were born where I was from.
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      “I’d want to go up against a guy that’s from where I’m from, the likes of Joe Louis, the likes of Evander Holyfield, who is one of my favourite fighters.
      “And, the likes of Earnie Shavers. Out of those three guys, there’s a lot more that came from this state, but out of those three guys, if not all of them, I would love to share the ring with them.”
      Former two-weight world champion Evander HolyfieldCredit: AFP – Getty
      Earnie Shavers pictured in his fight with Muhammad AliCredit: Corbis – Getty
      Heavyweight legend Joe LouisCredit: AP:Associated Press
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