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      ‘This ain’t no regular motherf***er’ – Snoop Dogg predicts Mike Tyson will KO Logan Paul in second round of their fight

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      SNOOP DOGG reckons Mike Tyson will dispose of Logan Paul in just two rounds if their proposed mega-bucks fight goes ahead.YouTube sensation Paul revealed last week that he was in talks with Tyson over a fight that he hopes will silence those who think the boxing legend would destroy him.
      Snoop doesn’t think Logan Paul can last two rounds with Iron MikeCredit: Getty
      Paul revealed he could potentially be taking on Tyson next yearCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      But according to Snoop, Paul’s wasting his time.
      The social-media sensation did go the eight-round distance with Floyd Mayweather in June, but the rapper believes once Tyson’s old instincts kick in, it will be night-night for the 26-year-old.
      Snoop told Joe Rogan: “C’mon Joe, quit playing with me, man. It’s Mike Tyson we talking about.
      “This is not a regular mother. It may trigger his old instincts. That mother is still in there! I predict a second-round KO for Tyson.”
      And a Tyson victory could signal trouble for Logan’s brother Jake, as the former world champ may want to take him on next.
      Snoop, who gained plaudits for his commentary during Jake’s fight with Nate Robinson on Tyson’s undercard versus Roy Jones, added: “Well, see, when he whoops Logan, it’s all a domino effect” [Like] ‘Now go get your little brother!'”
      Rogan shares the same view as Snoop about the Logan vs Tyson bout and is in disbelief that the older Paul sibling is even considering it.

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      He said: “The fact that Logan Paul wants to box him, it’s like wow.
      “I can’t believe they’re really going to do that. That kid’s going to get hit for sure.”
      If the latest clips of Tyson are anything to go by, Snoop and Rogan may have a point.
      The 55-year-old was captured in his pants showing off his blistering speed and incredible punching power a few days ago, leaving Logan with a lot of training to do before they potentially meet up in February.

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      Terence Crawford vs Shawn Porter: Date, UK start time, TV channel, live stream and undercard for huge welterweight fight

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      TERENCE CRAWFORD defends his WBO welterweight crown in a potentially career-defining clash against Shawn Porter.Fighting for the first time in over a year, Bud puts his unbeaten 37-0 record on the line in Sin City against former WBC champion Showtime.

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      Crawford returns for the first time since beating Kell Brook in November 2020Credit: Getty
      Crawford is regarded as one of the best pound-for-pound fighters on the planet, but has struggled to lure the very best welterweights into the ring since stepping up from 140lbs.
      Porter represents that challenge and it promises to be a hugely exciting showdown in Las Vegas, with titles and reputations on the line.
      When is Crawford vs Porter?

      This blockbuster world title clash will be held on Saturday, November 20.
      It will take place in the early hours of Sunday morning here in the UK.
      Expect the main event around 8pm Vegas time, which is 4am on this side of the Atlantic.

      Porter is confident he can spring a surprise and take the WBO beltCredit: AP:Associated Press
      Which TV channel and live stream can I watch it on?
      In a big boost for fight fans, this showdown is NOT a pay-per-view event in the UK.
      The full evening’s entertainment – including the main card – will be shown on Sky Sports Arena and Main Event.
      Coverage will start at 2am GMT.
      To stream, download the Sky Go app if you’re a Sky customer and watch on a number of devices.
      While non-subscriber can get a NOW TV pass from £9.99, with the fight then available on your mobile, tablet, PC, games console or smart TV.

      Who is fighting on the undercard?

      Terence Crawford vs Shawn Porter (WBO welterweight title)
      Esquiva Falcao vs Patrice Volny (middleweight)
      Janibek Alimkhanuly vs Hassan N’Dam (middleweight)
      Raymond Muratalla vs Steven Ortiz (lightweight)

      What they said
      Terence Crawford: “I want to be the best fighter in the world. Simple. I feel like I’m already there, but I have to prove it to the world and it starts with Porter.
      “I wasn’t looking to fight Shawn Porter when I stepped up into the welterweight division.
      “But being that he’s one of the top welterweights in the world, here we are and I’m looking forward to it.”

      Shawn Porter: “He’ll have his mind where it needs to be when the fight starts, but I expect to make [things] as easy as can be.
      “Simply put, Terence has met his match. It’s not up to me to say things to convince anybody of that.”
      Fight odds

      Crawford to win – 1/7
      Porter win – 4/1
      Crawford by KO/TKO – 7/4
      Porter by KO/TKO – 17/2
      Crawford on points – 5/6
      Porter on points – 13/2
      Fight to go the distance – 4/7

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      Dillian Whyte FAILS to get Tyson Fury world title fight sanctioned by WBC in another big blow to mandatory challenger

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      THE WBC have sensationally FAILED to grant Dillian Whyte a long overdue world title shot against Tyson Fury.With Anthony Joshua having to rematch against Oleksandr Usyk, it seemed Fury would next have to defend his title against Whyte.
      Dillian Whyte will be fuming at the news coming out of MexicoCredit: Reuters
      Tyson Fury has not yet been mandated to fight fellow Brit WhyteCredit: Reuters
      But SunSport understands that the WBC have FAILED to pass a resolution finally giving the Londoner his big chance.
      It could now be ‘months’ before the mandatory challenger for Fury’s belt is ratified – and the Gypsy King is desperate for a fight early next year having only had one in 21 months.
      The WBC held a convention in Mexico to discuss all things boxing – and the next big heavyweight scrap was hot on the agenda.
      Whyte, who spent over 1,000 days as mandatory challenger when Deontay Wilder had the belt, reclaimed that position after avenging a shock KO loss to Alexander Povetkin.
      But it appears there are yet MORE hurdles for the Bodysnatcher to jump over.
      Whyte is currently involved in an ongoing legal case against the WBC, with the Brit fuming that he continues to be overlooked.

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      And now the body, headed up by Mauricio Sulaiman, have decided to let an independent arbitrator look into the mandatory position.
      Boxing fans were left fuming after the Battle of Britain between Fury and Joshua for ‘all the belts’ fell by the wayside thanks to Usyk’s shock win.
      The Ukrainian came over to London to easily outpoint AJ and snatch the WBA, WBO and IBF heavyweight straps.
      The two will now rematch in March – leaving Fury looking elsewhere for his next opponent.
      It was widely believed that would be Whyte – with the 33-year-old Londoner back in the mandatory slot after his impressive KO revenge win against Povetkin – in March or April next year.
      However it seems years of vocal criticism of the WBC has thrown a spanner in Whyte’s hopes for that world title chance.
      The Tyson Fury fight is a fight that I wanted, it’s a fight I tried to get beforeDillian WhyteWBC mandatory challenger
      Whyte was recently forced to pull out of his fight against Otto Wallin with a shoulder injury.
      The Swede has previously fought Fury, taking the undefeated Morecambe man to points but putting on an impressive show, leaving the Gypsy King needing 47 stitches after a bloody war.
      Whyte has previously revealed that he believes Fury could swerve him and hang up his gloves.
      The Brixton brawler said: “The Tyson Fury fight is a fight that I wanted, it’s a fight I tried to get before.
      “[It was] Mandated for belts and it didn’t happen. And fortunately for me now, it seems like it’s gonna go ahead.
      “But you can never bank on anything Tyson Fury says.
      “Because he might say, ‘You know what I’ve had enough I don’t want to fight anymore.’ Or he might say, ‘I need a longer rest.’
      “He’s had three hard fights with Deontay Wilder. We don’t know how much they have taken out of him.
      “So we’ll just have to wait and see.”
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      The Swede has previously fought Fury, taking the undefeated Morecambe man to points but losing convincingly.
      “[It was] Mandated for belts and it didn’t happen. And fortunately for me now, it seems like it’s gonna go ahead.
      “But you can never bank on anything Tyson Fury says.
      “Because he might say, ‘You know what I’ve had enough I don’t want to fight anymore.’ Or he might say, ‘I need a longer rest.’
      “So we’ll just have to wait and see.”
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      Canelo Alvarez gets green light from WBC to move up to CRUISERWEIGHT and fight champ Ilunga Makabu for FIFTH title

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      CANELO ALVAREZ has been given the green light from the WBC to challenge CRUISERWEIGHT champion Ilunga Makabu. The announcement was made at the governing bodies’ convention in Mexico, and will pave the way for Canelo to try and become a FIVE-weight champion.
      Canelo Alvarez has been given the green light to fight cruiserweight champion Ilunga MakabuCredit: Getty
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      WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman said: “We just approved the challenge between Canelo Alvarez and Junior Makabu in cruiserweight.”
      Canelo, 31, has won belts from light-middleweight all the way to light-heavyweight.
      His heaviest career victory was for the WBO 175lb title which he won after knocking out Sergey Kovalev, 39, in November 2019.
      But Canelo soon moved back down to super-middleweight, where he has since settled.
      And the Mexican superstar became undisputed champion in just 11 months and four fights.
      Wins over Callum Smith, 31, Avni Yildirim, 30, Billy Joe Saunders, 32, and most recently Caleb Plant, 29, saw him win and retain the belts.

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      Talk has quickly turned to what could be next for Canelo, who is currently a free agent.
      His trainer and manager Eddy Reynoso named Artur Beterbiev, 36, Dmitry Bivol, 30, Jermall Charlo, 31, and David Benavidez, 24, as potential options.
      But moving as high as the 14st 4lb cruiserweight, which is over TWO STONE more than Canelo’s usual fighting weight, has emerged as a new avenue.
      Makabu, 34, is 28–2 and can be remembered by British fans for his 2016 knockout loss to Tony Bellew, 38, in Everton.
      But only last year the Congolese boxer won the WBC belt with a win over pole Michal Cieslak, 32.
      Canelo has been known to spar heavyweights in the gym and according to his coach, requested the move up to cruiserweight.
      Reynoso said, via ESPN Deportes: “What he has done with the heavyweights he spars with, and that is why we asked for the fight.
      We just approved the challenge between Canelo Alvarez and Junior Makabu in cruiserweight.WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman
      “We know that [Makabu] is strong, but Canelo can beat him.
      “Many may say that it is crazy, but they also said that it was crazy when Canelo was junior middleweight champion and we were looking for middleweights, super middleweight, light heavyweights.
      “I have a lot of confidence in Canelo. He is very strong and has many qualities, and I know that he is going to win that fight.”
      Canelo would join the likes of Floyd Mayweather, 44, Manny Pacquiao, 42, Sugar Ray Leonard, 65 and Oscar De La Hoya, 48, to have won titles in five divisions or more.
      Roy Jones Jr, like Canelo, reigned as middleweight champion and in 2003 moved up to heavyweight and beat John Ruiz, now 49, for the WBA title.
      The American, now 55, became the first man since England’s Bob Fitzsimmons in 1897 to go from middleweight to heavyweight titles.
      But he never won a cruiserweight world title, and his career declined after moving down from heavyweight back to light-heavyweight.
      Eddie Hearn says Canelo’s next fight could be at light-heavyweight vs Dmitry Bivol or an epic Gennady Golovkin trilogy More

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      Dillian Whyte FAILS to get Tyson Fury world title fight sanctioned by WBC in another huge blow to mandatory challenger

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      THE WBC have sensationally FAILED to grant Dillian Whyte a long overdue world title shot against Tyson Fury.With Anthony Joshua having to rematch against Oleksandr Usyk, it seemed Fury would next have to defend his title against Whyte.
      Dillian Whyte will be fuming at the news coming out of MexicoCredit: Reuters
      Tyson Fury has not yet been mandated to fight fellow Brit WhyteCredit: Reuters
      But SunSport understands that the WBC have FAILED to pass a resolution finally giving the Londoner his big chance.
      It could now be ‘months’ before the mandatory challenger for Fury’s belt is ratified – and the Gypsy King is desperate for a fight early next year having only had one in 21 months.
      The WBC held a convention in Mexico to discuss all things boxing – and the next big heavyweight scrap was hot on the agenda.
      Whyte, who spent over 1,000 days as mandatory challenger when Deontay Wilder had the belt, reclaimed that position after avenging a shock KO loss to Alexander Povetkin.
      But it appears there are yet MORE hurdles for the Bodysnatcher to jump over.
      Whyte is currently involved in an ongoing legal case against the WBC, with the Brit fuming that he continues to be overlooked.

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      And now the body, headed up by Mauricio Sulaiman, have decided to let an independent arbitrator look into the mandatory position.
      Boxing fans were left fuming after the Battle of Britain between Fury and Joshua for ‘all the belts’ fell by the wayside thanks to Usyk’s shock win.
      The Ukrainian came over to London to easily outpoint AJ and snatch the WBA, WBO and IBF heavyweight straps.
      The two will now rematch in March – leaving Fury looking elsewhere for his next opponent.
      It was widely believed that would be Whyte – with the 33-year-old Londoner back in the mandatory slot after his impressive KO revenge win against Povetkin – in March or April next year.
      However it seems years of vocal criticism of the WBC has thrown a spanner in Whyte’s hopes for that world title chance.
      The Tyson Fury fight is a fight that I wanted, it’s a fight I tried to get beforeDillian WhyteWBC mandatory challenger
      Whyte was recently forced to pull out of his fight against Otto Wallin with a shoulder injury.
      The Swede has previously fought Fury, taking the undefeated Morecambe man to points but putting on an impressive show, leaving the Gypsy King needing 47 stitches after a bloody war.
      Whyte has previously revealed that he believes Fury could swerve him and hang up his gloves.
      The Brixton brawler said: “The Tyson Fury fight is a fight that I wanted, it’s a fight I tried to get before.
      “[It was] Mandated for belts and it didn’t happen. And fortunately for me now, it seems like it’s gonna go ahead.
      “But you can never bank on anything Tyson Fury says.
      “Because he might say, ‘You know what I’ve had enough I don’t want to fight anymore.’ Or he might say, ‘I need a longer rest.’
      “He’s had three hard fights with Deontay Wilder. We don’t know how much they have taken out of him.
      “So we’ll just have to wait and see.”
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      The Swede has previously fought Fury, taking the undefeated Morecambe man to points but losing convincingly.
      “[It was] Mandated for belts and it didn’t happen. And fortunately for me now, it seems like it’s gonna go ahead.
      “But you can never bank on anything Tyson Fury says.
      “Because he might say, ‘You know what I’ve had enough I don’t want to fight anymore.’ Or he might say, ‘I need a longer rest.’
      “So we’ll just have to wait and see.”
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      Tyson Fury jogs along drizzly Morecambe beach with Joseph Parker, dad John and bro Tommy ahead of big Jake Paul fight

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      TYSON FURY has been taking no days off since beating Deontay Wilder after embarking on a jog along drizzly Morecambe beach.The Gypsy King was accompanied by his dad John, brother Tommy and pal Joseph Parker as he clocked up the miles on an early morning run.
      Tyson Fury enjoyed an early morning run with dad John at Morecambe beach on MondayCredit: Instagram @gypsyking101
      Brother Tommy and pal Joseph Parker also took part in the job along Morecambe beachCredit: Instagram @gypsyking101
      Fury looked to be in top spirits as he embraced the unsettled weather in an Instagram story, saying: “Monday morning workout! What are you saying, dad? 
      “Good to be alive! How happy do you feel to be out of a box?”
      To which dad John replied: “A lot of people in a box, but I’ve worked hard to keep myself out the box!”
      Fury then finished the video by saying: “Good, that’s what we like to hear, positivity. Tommy what you saying, Monday morning blues for you? Joe, what you saying?”
      Fury’s next fight could be announced as soon as this week, with the WBC champ set for an all-British heavyweight title fight against Dillian Whyte.
      As for brother Tommy, he will settle scores with YouTuber Jake Paul in a celebrity grudge match next month.

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      And Parker is also fighting in December as he prepares to take on Derek Chisora in a rematch following his victory in May.
      Meanwhile, dad John admitted at the weekend he told Fury to RETIRE after his son’s epic trilogy fight against Wilder.
      John told BT Sport: “”He’ll have a good hard-earned rest now and what he wants to do is up to him.
      “I said, ‘Retire, you’ve done enough.’ He’s won everything, he’s got no more to prove. He’s got millions in the bank, he’s secure for life.
      “There’s more to life than getting your brains rattled to please the public.
      “He’s his own man, he’ll do what he wants to do. But for me, I’d like to call it a draw now.”

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      Jake Paul claims he is best thing to happen to boxing in a CENTURY and says Tyson, Fury and Joshua all agree

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      JAKE PAUL claims he’s ‘the best thing that’s happened to boxing in a century’ – and says Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua agree.The YouTuber insists he is a ‘breath of fresh air’ who is putting the wind up some of the sport’s biggest names.
      Social media celebrity Jake Paul insists Mike Tyson and other boxing legends believe he is a massive force for good in the sportCredit: Social Media – Refer
      Anthony Joshua is among the other heavyweights name-checked by Jake Paul for supporting himCredit: Getty
      Paul takes on the Gypsy King’s half-brother Tommy Fury in a clash of the trash-talkers on December 18.
      The 24-year-old star has won all his four pro fights while Fury, 22 has seven victories out of seven – but also took time out to appear in Love Island.
      Controversial Yank Paul told Bleacher Report: “I’m the best thing that’s happened to boxing in a century  – period.
      “The legends would agree – the Anthony Joshuas, the Mike Tysons, the Manny Pacquiaos, the Tyson Furys.
      “They’ve all said what I’m doing for boxing is a breath of fresh air.
      “I think that debate started about a year ago – is Jake Paul good for boxing? 
      “I have silenced that, and I don’t think there’s anybody on the other side of the equation who thinks I’m bad for boxing.”
      Paul has built his reputation on hyping and sniping.

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      But the social media star insists he is a force for good.
      He said: “I have a foundation where we give boxing gloves to as many kids as possible.
      “We’re going around, renovating boxing gyms, getting the young kids inspired to box.
      “I think this sport needed that revival.”
      Paul is dreaming of a huge-money fight with Irish UFC superstar Conor McGregor.
      He added: “I’ll fight everybody. This started with me calling out McGregor. People were like, ‘Oh, that kid’s crazy’.
      “Now it’s like, that fight could happen in the next 24 months, 100 per cent. It probably will and I will beat him.”
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      Vasyl Lomachenko vs Richard Commey: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel and undercard for Ukrainian’s return

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      VASYL LOMACHENKO makes his return to the ring in a cracker of a fight with Ghanaian lightweight Richard Commey. Loma last fought in the summer, dominating and stopping Masayoshi Yakatani in just nine rounds, eight months on from his loss to Teofimo Lopez.
      Vasyl Lomachenko stopped Masayoshi Nakatani in their June clashCredit: Getty Images – Getty
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      Lopez beat Lomchenko on points in October 2020 to win the WBA, WBO, IBF and Ring Magazine titles, but now the Ukrainian is on a warpath as he sets out to get his belts back.
      And his next stop is Commey, who was knocked out by Lopez in the second round of their clash back in December 2019.
      When is Vasyl Lomachenko vs Richard Commey?

      Vasyl Lomachenko’s return to action against Richard Commey will take place on Saturday, December 11.
      The bout will be held at Madison Square Garden in New York City.
      There will be a sold-out capacity crowd of 17,000 inside the arena for the match-up.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
      Lomachenko vs Commey will be shown live on Sky Sports Arena in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the NOW TV or Sky Go app, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Lomachenko vs Commey FULL CARD

      Vasiliy Lomachenko vs. Richard Commey (12 rounds – lightweight)
      Jared Anderson vs. Oleksandr Teslenko (8 rounds – heavyweight)
      Xander Zayas vs. TBA (6 or 8 rounds – super-welterweight)
      Nico Ali Walsh vs. TBA (4 rounds – middleweight)

      What have they said?
      Lomachenko said: “It is always special when I fight at Madison Square Garden, where so many great moments in my career have taken place.
      “Richard Commey is a former world champion, an opponent I will not underestimate. I expect the best version of Commey, and I will be prepared for whatever he brings on December 11.”
      “It is only fitting that the great Lomachenko headlines boxing’s highly anticipated return to Madison Square Garden,” said Top Rank chairman Bob Arum.
      “However, Richard Commey can never be counted out, as he’s a tough fighter who carries huge power in both hands.” More