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      Jake Paul admits he is struggling to run after dramatic heavyweight transformation as Mike Tyson calls him ‘FAT’

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      JAKE PAUL admitted he is struggling to run after going up to heavyweight – as Mike Tyson called him “FAT”. The YouTuber-turned-boxer and heavyweight icon are to collide in a controversial clash on July 20 in Texas.Jake Paul is facing Mike Tyson at heavyweightHe has had to transform his body to move up in weightCredit: GettyNot only will it mark Netflix’s first move into live boxing but it will also be Paul’s first fight at heavyweight.As a result, the American has enjoyed feasting on bigger meals in training but it has come at the cost of feeling cumbersome. Paul, 27, told TMZ Sports: “There is definitely slightly more power but I think the biggest thing is the inside fighting and clinches and not getting pushed around by some of these heavyweights.”Definitely when I’m jogging I’m so much slower. I feel like a rhino or something, it’s definitely a lot harder to jog.READ MORE IN BOXING”Everything has been good but it’s been a little transition moving to heavyweight.”I definitely needed to put on weight so that I’m able to compete with Mike Tyson and so that he’s not able to throw me around in the ring. We’ve been sparring heavyweights and eating more food.”Mike Tyson has called me fat but I believe fat will turn into muscle and come fight night I believe I will be able to move and dance around the ring like a true heavyweight.”The lightest the Paul has weighed as a fighter is 183.6lb (13st 1lb) but his last two bouts have been at the 200lb cruiserweight limit of 14st 4lb.Most read in BoxingCredit: The SunCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe was walking around at 230lb (16st 4lb) when he came face-to-face with Tyson at a press conference. And Iron Mike later quipped: “I don’t know if he’s in his prime, he’s fat.Mike Tyson shouts ‘where’s this kid’s mother?’ as 14-year-old asks lewd question at his and Jake Paul’s press conference“He should be lean and mean, he’s fat and funky. I saw him with his shirt off the other day, he’s fat!” Paul has lost only once in his ten bouts, a split-decision to Tommy Fury, 25, last year but he has won three since. Meanwhile Tyson officially retired in 2005 following consecutive defeats but did return in 2020 for an exhibition with Roy Jones Jr. And now he will prepare to put his illustrious record on the line with his fight against Paul a pro sanctioned bout. Tyson – who will be 58 by the time of the fight – had a request to make it two-minute rounds accepted opposed to the regular three. It will also be contested over eight rounds and bigger 14oz gloves instead of the normal 10oz. Mike Tyson with Jake Paul ahead of their fightCredit: Getty More

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      Paige VanZant shows off gruesome injury after Elle Brooke fight as OnlyFans star reveals location for Misfits rematch

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      PAIGE VANZANT was left with battered knuckles as a result of her epic fight against Elle Brooke – with a rematch already in the works. The ex-UFC contender was floored in the first round by OnlyFans star-turned boxer Brooke in their Misfits Boxing headliner in Texas.Paige VanZant was left with battered knuckles as a result of her epic fight against Elle BrookeCredit: @paigevanzantThe OnlyFans stars are heading for a rematchBut VanZant recovered well to claw back a draw on the judges scorecards. Both agreed to a “big money rematch” after the scorecards failed to split them over five rounds. And Misfits co-founder Mams Taylor – also manager to KSI – revealed the rematch was heading for the UK. VanZant, who showed off her bruised hands, is up for the challenge and ready to return the favour by heading to Brooke’s back yard this time. READ MORE IN BOXINGShe said on Instagram: “Obviously, we didn’t get the result that we predicted last night. “I really thought that I did enough at the end. My whole team thought we did enough. “I think a lot of people did. The judging: a little bit nuts. But it looks like it sets up the perfect rematch.”I’ve just got to go on her turf and take the belt there. So I’ll see all of you guys in London.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Thank you guys, Misfits this was an incredible experience. Obviously not hurt or injured. I do think that my jab was landing a little bit. “So I’m just waiting for the bruise to heal, but should be back to camp and I’m excited. Let’s do this one more time.”Ebanie Bridges slams Elle Brooke’s ‘bulls’ draw against Paige VanZant but hails her ‘baby’ for epic fight More

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      Conor McGregor called out for history-making title fight by UFC champ at America’s most iconic fight arena

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      LEON EDWARDS has proposed giving Conor McGregor a history-making UFC title fight at Madison Square Garden. McGregor became the first UFC champion to ever holds two-division belts at the same time when he knocked out Eddie Alvarez in 2016. McGregor is currently a two-division UFC champCredit: GettyHe added the 155lb lightweight strap to his 145lb featherweight belt at the iconic MSG – but no one has ever been a three-weight ruler. So Edwards – who defends his welterweight title against Belal Muhammad on July 27 – is ready to give McGregor a crack at history. He said on The MMA Hour: “Why not? Let’s give him the opportunity to become three-division world champion. “Give me the opportunity to take out a guy like Conor McGregor. New York, that would be perfect. That is the fight. READ MORE IN b”I feel like he’s got to take out Michael, I take out ‘No-one-remembers-his-name’ and we’ll go from there. We’ll go to New York, MSG, let’s go!“That’s the fight. We’ve got business to take care of, but that’s the fight. That’s what needs to happen and it should happen.”McGregor, 35, returns after three years out on June 29 against Michael Chandler, 38, at UFC 303. A month after, Edwards, 32, defends his 170lb gold against challenger Muhammad, 34, at UFC 304 three years on from their no-contest bout. Most read in BoxingInside McGregor’s Notorious lifestyleWith more sides to his personality than an Octagon, Conor McGregor’s rise has been an enthralling watch.
      CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSEdwards backs himself and McGregor to emerge victorious to help set up the super-fight at the most famous American arena of all time. He said: “I heard a little noise but nothing to get excited about. Conor McGregor and Dana White announce huge Dublin UFC event for early June – with extra Irish twist“Like I said, we’ve both got fights on our hands that we need to get past first before getting that far in. “I have to go out there and take of Belal, he goes out there and takes care of what he needs to take care of, and we’ll go from there.”Leon Edwards proposed giving Conor McGregor a history-making UFC title fightCredit: Getty More

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      British boxing legend, 37, touted for comeback with huge KSI fight as YouTube star reveals talks

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      AMIR KHAN is being lined up for a return to boxing with the potential of a huge fight against KSI. The British boxing legend retired after his final 2022 defeat to bitter rival Kell Brook. Amir Khan is being lined up for a return to boxingCredit: ReutersKSI could be a future fight for KhanCredit: GettyBut Khan actually failed a drug test – taken on the night of the grudge bout – for a banned substance ostarine. He served a two-year suspension in retirement and his argument of not knowingly taking the prohibited substance was accepted. Khan, 37, has kept the door open to a comeback after being linked with a fight in Saudi Arabia against Manny Pacquiao, 45. But now the world of crossover boxing looks to be calling for the 2004 Olympic silver medallist. READ MORE IN BOXINGAs YouTuber-turned boxer Slim Albaher revealed Misfits Boxing – home to celebrity-style bouts – offered him a fight with Khan. He posted online: “I was offered Amir Khan. One of the best fighters to lace up the gloves from the UK. “They really doing Anything they can to keep me away from KSI.” Albaher was told the winner between him and Khan would be guaranteed a fight with KSI, who the social media star continues to call out. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut he claimed the offer of Khan – a former world champion – was a clear effort to try and prevent him from ever facing KSI. Albaher is 7-0 as a boxer with five knockouts, most recently stopping TikToker Salt Papi in October. The Sun’s Wally Downes Jr and Chisanga Malata discuss the rise of influencer boxing and Mike Tyson’s bout with Jake PaulLater that night, KSI was beaten for the first time in the ring, losing a controversial decision against Tyson Fury’s 25-year-old brother Tommy. KSI , 30, has not returned since but confirmed after time out of the sport that he will come back this year. YouTuber Slim Albaher said he was offered a fight with KhanCredit: GettyKSI pictured with Khan back in 2014Credit: @amirkingkhan More

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      Anthony Joshua’s ‘likely’ next opponent REVEALED by Eddie Hearn as Tyson Fury heads for Oleksandr Usyk rematch

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA has a “likely” next opponent set with Tyson Fury heading for a rematch against Oleksandr Usyk. AJ was ringside in Saudi Arabia to watch as Usyk dethroned the Gypsy King of the WBC belt to become undisputed king. Anthony Joshua is lined up with a September returnCredit: @anthonyjoshuaChallenging the winner was always deemed unlikely as a rematch clause all-but guaranteed a return bout. And sure enough, Fury has invoked his right to redemption with a sequel targeted for the winter back in Saudi. So Joshua’s attention looks to be on Daniel Dubois and Filip Hrgovic, who battle on Saturday night in Riyadh. Promoter Eddie Hearn told Boxing News: “At the moment it looks like the rematch is gonna be exercised. If I’m Tyson Fury, I’m definitely looking to have that fight. READ MORE IN BOXING”AJ would love to fight Fury next, he’d love to fight Usyk next, but more than likely it will come from the winner of Hrgovic against Dubois next Saturday.” Hrgovic, 31, will represent Hearn in the 5v5 tournament of bouts against Frank Warren’s picks, with Dubois, 26, on the opposing side. And there was hope the fight could even be for the IBF belt Usyk, 37, looked set to be stripped of.But the Ukrainian has so far kept hold of the title and wants to do so for his rematch with Fury, 35. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSJoshua, 34, could instead fight Hrgovic or Dubois for the interim version if Usyk is not stripped. And he is primed to do so in September at Wembley as Saudi boxing boss – “His Excellency” Turki Alalshikh – prepares to enter the UK market. Anthony Joshua and Cristiano Ronaldo chat and smile at ringside ahead of Fury vs UsykHearn said: “Nothing’s confirmed yet. September is a date at Wembley that’s been mentioned by His Excellency. “We’ll sit down next week and look at the plans, but a lot of that card and a lot of other stuff that’s going on will be settled through the 5v5 on Saturday.”Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury are set to rematchCredit: GETTYDaniel Dubois and Filip Hrgovic fight in Saudi ArabiaCredit: Getty More

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      John Fury’s headbutt victim ‘got the last laugh’ after posing with belt Usyk snatched from Tyson in undisputed title win

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      JOHN FURY’S headbutt victim “got the last laugh” after posing with a victorious Oleksandr Usyk. Usyk dethroned John’s son Tyson in Saudi Arabia but only after a frantic fight build up that turned ugly. John Fury headbutted Stanislav StepchukStepchuk posing with Usyk’s WBC beltCredit: InstagramUsyk posing with Stepchuk after beating Tyson FuryCredit: InstagramOnly days before the historic title bout, John headbutted Stanislav Stepchuk, a member of Usyk’s team, in the notoriously strict Saudi region. Somehow, the former bare-knuckle fighter – once jailed for gauging a man’s eye out – came out worse after causing himself to bleed. And it only got worse for John as days later son Fury was beaten for the first time to surrender his WBC belt. Rubbing salt into the wounds, Stepchuk posed with Usyk and the very same belt snatched in the ring from the Fury family. READ MORE IN BOXINGOne fan said: “Stanislav got the last laugh.”Another added: “The guy that beat John Fury without doing anything.”Fury, 35, looks set for a shot at redemption against Usyk, 37, after exercising his right to a rematch. The sequel had been eyed for October but iconic boxing promoter Bob Arum suggested a winter date is now more likely. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFor all the love for resurgent AJ… these two are head, shoulders and fists ahead of everyone else
      OLEKSANDR USYK is the deserved undisputed heavyweight champion of the world, writes Wally Downes Jr
      A great biggun doesn’t always beat a great littleun, not when David has the weight of a besieged nation on his shoulders and is able to swing each compatriot into every punch.
      Usyk did what Usyk does, he moved magnificently, he counter punched and he outworked his taller and heavier opponent.
      He somehow manages to use every physical disadvantage to his favour.
      But what the hell is Fury doing getting up in round nine?
      Why is a father-of-eight with £300million in the bank, three best-selling books and a Netflix series going to the well like?
      Britain is not fighting back Putin’s army, Morecambe is not occupied.
      So when the 35-year-old’s senses are scrambled, when the canvas is calling him, when he is so desperate not to be felled he is willing to bounce around all the ropes like a drunk, when he eventually has to collapse into a corner, why doesn’t he just stay down?
      He has earned the right to surrender as well as his millions.
      The sheer courage and guts and bloody mindedness it takes to climb off that deck, with a broken nose and a crumbling ego is not comprehensible to us mortals.
      Fury said he felt he won the fight but was too dignified to call robbery or corruption, no doubt his dad will taint that decency by the time you’ve read this.
      The rematch will be superb.
      Because for all the love we have for a resurgent Anthony Joshua – who was ringside for that iconic event – these two polar opposite men are head, shoulders, fists, hearts and brains ahead of everyone else.
      There is the top two, then there is a void and then there is the rest.
      Read Wally’s big fight verdict in full here…

      Arum told Sky Sports: “I know Tyson is anxious for the rematch. “I think probably it will be in November or December because you can’t do it in October. John Fury’s maddest moments from headbutting glass wall to prison for gouging man’s eye out”The guys have been training for a whole year and now for them to go back into training makes no sense.”So I think late November, early December or mid-December would be ideal for the rematch.”I think the contract provides for Saudi Arabia to do the rematch and the truth is that doing it any place else would be impossible even without the contract because nobody could afford those purses as big a fight as it is.”And the Saudis are great hosts. I thought the presentation of the event was terrific. So I’m sure the rematch would occur in Saudi Arabia.”Usyk and Fury are heading for a winter rematch back in SaudiCredit: PA More

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      Tyson Fury healing up from Oleksandr Usyk fight as he takes kids shopping to Tesco with Paris and prepares for rematch

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      TYSON FURY looked back to full health as he took his family on a shopping trip to Tesco.The Gypsy King suffered the first defeat of his career to Oleksandr Usyk last week in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.Tyson Fury looked back to full health as he went shoppingCredit: Splash NewsThe Furys took a trip to Tesco as the boxer returned to being a dadCredit: Splash NewsParis and their two youngest girls went to the supermarketCredit: SplashFury suffered significant damage to his right eye against Oleksandr UsykCredit: ReutersFury was almost knocked out in the fight and suffered damage around his right eye.He even admitted his face was “battered” after the contest but he now appears to be on the mend after returning to his hometown Morecambe.Fury – who was spotted at the tip earlier in the week – went shopping at Tesco alongside wife Paris and their children, with the former world champion spotted carrying Athena, two.The 35-year-old will spend a few more weeks recuperating but he is already making plans for his return to the ring.READ MORE ON BOXINGHe has activated the rematch clause to face Usyk again and will return to Riyadh in just over four months.And it could be for all four belts again as the IBF cannot strip 37-year-old Usyk of his title while he is under medical suspension until June 2.Fury will also face Anthony Joshua next year according to his promoter Bob Arum.Arum said: “Next year, win or lose, whatever happens, that fight is something that has to happen because there is so much talk about it in the UK.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I would be very, very surprised if that fight didn’t happen at Wembley by the mid-2025. “There’s a rematch clause and Tyson has exercised the rematch clause and that fight will take place either at the end of the year or the beginning of next year.Tyson Fury banned”It will take place, again, in Riyadh. That is the contract that both fighters have signed.”It was such a great fight and it was such a controversial fight. A lot of people thought Tyson pulled it out, some people felt that Usyk deserved the win he got.”Let’s see what happens in the rematch. I think there will be a lot of interest and, win or lose, I would love to see Tyson who I believe will win the rematch.”The Gypsy King admitted his face was “battered”Credit: Getty More

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      Amir Khan’s ‘Dubai-style’ wedding venue is booked solid by rich kids SO loud we can’t open our windows, neighbours blast

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      AMIR Khan’s £11million “Dubai-style” wedding venue has left neighbours fuming as it booms out noisy music, they claim. The former boxer’s latest business venture in his hometown of Bolton has rattled locals since being open after a whopping decade build.Amir Khan, pictured with wife Faryal Makhdoom, hosted the first wedding at his new venue last weekCredit: Jam PressThe Balmayna opened this month after a 10-year buildCredit: STEVE ALLENThe former boxer has tried to give it a Dubai-feel by putting in fake palm treesCredit: STEVE ALLENAlley ways behind the venue were recently blighted by fly tippersCredit: STEVE ALLENHosting its first do on Saturday, the extravagant Balmayna disturbed residents in nearby terraced houses with “hundreds of guests” piling into the three-storey building and blocking roads. The imposing glass-fronted building’s location is a far-cry from the United Arab Emirates’ city as it stands next to a tyre fitters, a car wash and several takeaways. Inside however looks lavish boasting marble floors, chandeliers and a real-life waterfall – along with some plastic palm trees.One resident – who said the location was an “odd place” for the wedding venue – said she’d been disturbed by loud music on its opening night. read more on khanThe anonymous homeowner said: “I’m also worried it might lead to too much traffic.“It is a concern because lots of families have more than one car and we have parking problems already.“It’s an odd place to build such an extravagant wedding venue for hundreds of guests.”The woman added that her family had lived in the area for 25 years and she would have preferred the former brownfield site to be converted into a “green space for locals to enjoy”.Most read in BoxingAnother resident said she had no choice but to keep her windows closed last Saturday to shut out the noise. “I was trying to watch TV, I heard someone playing music outside but I didn’t realise there was a wedding on at first.Amir Khan blasted for posing with machine-gun toting ‘squad’ as his wife asks ‘do you think you’re a gangster’ “It seemed to start around 5pm and last until 9pm.“I also saw cars turning around in the road outside. They were causing a bit of congestion and didn’t seem to know where they were going.”She added: “We’ll just have to see what happens when they have more weddings.“The noise and traffic issues could bother some people.“Personally, I’m not that bothered – but I don’t have a car any more.“I’d be more worried if the music goes on to two or three in the morning.”Other residents said they weren’t concerned about The Balmayna being so close to their homes.Amir Khan’s business empireWITH a fortune estimated to be worth £40million, Khan has made some shrewd decisions for a life after boxing.
      His reality show Meet the Khans: Big in Bolton gave us a glimpse into his world with wife Faryal Makhdoom and their family.
      Khan is also the co-owner of India’s Super Fight League, which has attracted hundreds of millions of viewers.
      He also founded the Super Boxing League in India, which boasts a multi-million TV deal with Sony ESPN.
      The former world champion has launched his own promotion company called Khan Promotions.
      Khan’s first signing as a promoter was English amateur champion Tal Singh.
      And he will have his pick of local fighters from Bolton and Peterborough, as well as its surrounding areas thanks to his boxing gym, the Amir Khan Academy.
      Khan also launched his academy in Islamabad with the aim of training Pakistani amateur boxers to compete in future Olympics.

      Mohammed Mubashar Ecohsan, 42, described Khan as an “icon”, adding: “I am sure he’s followed all the correct protocols.“The council must have looked at the potential problems.”Ali Hai, 35, who runs the nearby RB Cornershop convenience store, said he hoped the venue would bring in extra customers.“I think it’s good for businesses and good for the area in general,” he said.“But I’m not sure all the residents won’t have problems.”The venue has previously been blighted by fly-tipping and some residents have complained that it doesn’t fit in with the local area.Some locals even moaned of rats scurrying around the streets. The Balmayna – named after the Arabic word for enamelled – is a project between weddings and events company Excellency Midlands and Bolton-born Khan, 37.Khan received planning permission for the multi-million project in 2013.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut in the following years it was repeatedly rocked by setbacks as costs spiralled to more than £11m.The venue was contacted for comment.Amir Khan’s boxing careerAMIR Khan shot to fame as an amateur, aged just 17, when he won a silver medal in the lightweight division at the 2004 Olympics, becoming Britain’s youngest boxing Olympic medalist.
      He made his professional debut against David Bailey in July 2005.
      In 2007, he was named ESPN prospect of the year.
      He later became one of the youngest ever British professional world champions, winning the WBA title at the age of 22.
      On 6 December 2008, Khan scored a comeback win against Oisin Fagan with a second-round stoppage; Khan won the vacant WBA International lightweight title.
      It was announced on 8 April 2009 that Khan would move up to the light-welterweight division to fight Andreas Kotelnik for the WBA light-welterweight title on 18 July. Khan won by unanimous decision and became the third-youngest Brit to win a world title, at the age of 22.
      In early 2016, it was announced that Khan is moving up two weight divisions to middleweight, to fight Canelo Álvarez.
      Khan lost to Álvarez by way of knockout in round six.
      On 13 May 2022, Khan announced his retirement from boxing with a record of 34 wins from his 40 fights.
      Khan received a two year ban in April 2023, backdated to April 2022, after a doping test revealed the presence of ostarine following his fight against Kell Brook.
      The tribunal ruling over the case accepted Khan’s argument that the violation was not intentional. More