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      Tyson Fury rates boxing’s heavyweights as fans claim Gypsy King ‘avoids the people he respects’

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA and Deontay Wilder were both labelled “big dossers” by Tyson Fury – but Oleksandr Usyk has his full respect.The Gypsy King and Usyk will unify the heavyweight division THIS WEEKEND.Tyson Fury has ranked each of the heavyweight contenders from recent past and presentCredit: GettyFury suffered a nasty gash above his right eye in sparring earlier this year which saw his clash with the Ukrainian on February 17 go up in smoke as a result.But now the two are finally days away from going one-on-one in Saudi Arabia after being on a collision course to fight for 18 months since Usyk’s rematch win over Joshua in August 2022.Fury has the WBC title around his waist, while Usyk possesses the WBA, WBO, IBF and Ring Magazine straps.Ahead of the bout, Fury sat down to discuss the heavyweight division as a whole by ranking a number of stars from past and present in a clip for Queensbury Promotions.READ MORE ON BOXINGThe undefeated 6ft 9in star was asked to rate a number of contenders into the following categories of ‘Friend’, ‘Respect’, ‘Workman’, ‘Dosser’ and ‘Big Dosser’.British ace David Adeleye, 27, started it off in the ‘Friend’ column, while he respected Congo’s Martin Bakole, 30.Retired Tony Bellew was placed under the ‘dosser’ category, where he was joined by fellow ex-retired Englishman David Haye.But Derek Chisora, who Fury beat for a third time in December 2022, got the nod inbetween the friendship and respect zones.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSCroat Filip Hrgovic also got some respect from the Gypsy King – but there was none for Anthony Joshua.When asked what category AJ came under, Fury wasted no time in making him the first entry into ‘Big Dosser’.Inside Tyson and Paris Fury’s luxurious lifestyleJoe Joyce, Jarrell Miller, Francis Ngannou, who beat outpointed after being floored by the UFC star last October, were all put under the “respect” section.His close pal Joseph Parker was, unsurprisingly, in the friend zone then came David Price, a man Fury says “was the first big dosser”.But regarding the Liverpudlian, he then revealed his admiration for him before jokingly saying: “I respect David Price. He was a big plumber David Price, the big plumber from Liverpool.”Kubrat Pulev and Tom Schwarz were next up, with both coming into the “respect” camp before Saturday’s opponent Usyk joined them there after Mike Tyson was called a “friend”.TYSON FURY VS OLEKSANDR USYK: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE UNDISPUTED HEAVYWEIGHT BOUTVitali Klitschko was up next, with the former Ukrainian world champ also getting the nod of respect.Otto Wallin, the Swede brutally knocked out by Joshua in December but who inflicted a brutal cut on Fury in 2019, was labelled a “dosser”.Fabio Wardley is also respected by Fury, then up next the Gypsy King said: “Dillian Whyte I’d class him as a friend but I’ll put him in the respect one.Finally, AJ got some company in the “big dosser” section as long-term rival Deontay Wilder was placed there.And Wladimir Klitschko, the Ukrainian legend who Fury shocked the world against in 2015, soon made it three in there.The Gypsy King then finished it off by putting Zhilei Zhang under the “respect” column.After the clip went viral, fans jumped into the comments, with some claiming that he dodges most of those he does not respect.“All the guys he can’t beat he calls a dosser,” declared one.Another added: “Didn’t think I could take this guy any less seriously.”While a third said: “Not sure what a dosser is but I’m certain Fury’s the biggest one in boxing.”And the choice of Miller, who was beaten by Daniel Dubois last year after previously serving a drugs ban, also raised eyebrows.READ MORE SUN STORIESOne fan said: “Respecting a persistent Drug cheat like Miller.. How bizarre.”While another replied: “Says it all when he puts Miller on the respect pile.”This is how he ranked each of the heavyweightsCredit: InstagramInside the Gypsy King’s royal courtTYSON FURY is one of the biggest characters in sport. More

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      Apollonia Llewellyn told she has ‘best natural figure on Insta’ as ring girl shows off cleavage in low cut one piece

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      APOLLONIA LLEWELLYN left fans in awe after showing off her curvy figure on social media.The Misfits ring girl is no stranger to sharing saucy snaps online.Apollonia Llewellyn showed off her figure in a white jumpsuitThe ring girl is enjoying a holiday in Santorini, GreeceThe outfit left little to the imaginationAnd she caught the eye once again with a photo dump of her trip to Santorini, Greece.Apollonia almost burst out of one tight-fitting white outfit, with the low-cut top leaving little to the imagination.She gave fans a close up of the look in another snap, also showing off her white Gucci handbag.Apollonia has posted several photos of herself soaking up sun on the Greek island, including pics of her accommodation, which comes with an infinity pool.READ MORE ON APOLLONIAOn her Instagram story Apollonia filmed an inside swimming pool with jaw-dropping ocean views, along with a moped ride she enjoyed.She shared one post alongside the caption: “Nights like this ✨”Apollonia is enjoying a holiday with her partner Jai Rowe, a semi-professional footballer for Boston.He left a comment saying: “My lover😍😍😍”Most read in BoxingFans also heaped praise on the influencer with one saying: “You are my dream😍”Another added: “Looks lovely and you look absolutely amazing as always.”Apollonia Llewellyn stuns in busty post as fans call her ‘goddess angel’ A third said: “Gorgeous always 💜”And another commented: “Best natural figure on insta 😍🔥”Inside Apollonia’s glamorous life as influencer, ring girl and model …Apollonia burst out of this tiny silver bikini as she drank her ‘morning juice’Credit: INSTAGRAMConor McGregor was among 8,000 fans who enjoyed this see-through lacy outfitCredit: INSTAGRAMThousands of Apollonia’s fans enjoyed the view on the ring girl’s holiday to New YorkCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia braved the snow in the Lake DistrictCredit: InstagramApollonia really enjoyed this bowl of pasta on her summer holiday to SantoriniCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia invited fans to ‘sit and stare’ at this picture, and thousands took her up on the invitationCredit: INSTAGRAMFans were worried Apollonia’s top had shrunk in the wash as she enjoyed this hearty breakfastCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia’s followers were in awe of the stunner’s new hairdo as she wowed in a tiny yellow bikiniCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia sent a cheeky message to her fans as she posed in this glamorous see-through numberCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia told fans ‘no caption needed’ as she squeezed into this skin-tight see-through playsuitCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia revealed he ‘idea of happiness’ is being ‘wind swept on the beach’ with this busty snapCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia left very little to the imagination as she ‘brightened fans’ Mondays’ in a skimpy wet T-shirtCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia shot to recognition as a member of the Misfits Boxing fight night teamShe has garnered her a huge social media presenceCredit: INSTAGRAM @apolloniallewellynApollonia has over 570,000 Instagram followersCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynShe has turned down a staggering £100,000 to pose nude beforeCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynThe model insisted she isn’t money-orientedCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia shows off her jet setting lifestyle onlineCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynShe also holidayed in New YorkCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia is no stranger to a bikini pictureCredit: INSTAGRAM @apolloniallewellynShe has built a huge following on social mediaCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia works as a model alongside her social fameCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn More

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      KSI in huge body transformation ahead of boxing return as fans say Jake Paul super-fight ‘might actually be on’

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      KSI has put on over a STONE ahead of his boxing return – leaving fans convinced a fight with Jake Paul “might actually be on.” The YouTuber-turned-boxer suffered defeat for the first time in October after losing a controversial decision to Tommy Fury. KSI has put on over a stone ahead of his boxing returnCredit: ReutersKSI weighed 183lb (13st) for the fight but according to his coach Alexis Demetriades he has bulked up over a stone to 200lb (14st 2lb). Demetriades told Fred Talks Fighting: “He’s in the region of 200lb. “The bonus is he punches massively hard. Like way harder than he’s ever punched before in his life. “But we’ve now got to have a gas tank to power that 200lb. So you’ve got to trim some of that down so you get what you want out of it.” READ MORE IN BOXINGThe highest KSI has fought in 193lb before he beat Prime bussiness partner Logan Paul in their 2019 rematch. But he has boxed as low as 175lb causing fear he will NEVER fight Logan’s brother Jake, who is preparing to move to heavyweight. Paul, 27, faces boxing icon Mike Tyson, 57, in a controversial clash on July 20 scrutinised over the 30-year age gap. But Demetriades’ reveal over KSI’s weight has fans hoping the grudge match is now a step closer. Most read in BoxingOne said: “KSI vs Jake might actually be on.”Another added: “No excuses then, He fights Jake at 185-190 then.”Jake Paul and KSI brutally digged out by Oleksandr Usyk ahead of Tyson Fury fightThe lightest Paul has weighed was the 183lb he scaled before losing to Fury, 25, in February 2023 which also stands as his only loss. But his last two bouts have been at the 200lb cruiserweight limit while he claimed to be at 230lb ahead of his fight with Tyson. Demetriades hinted he would give KSI the green light to face his arch enemy at any weight. He said: “I’ll leave that to the promoters to sort out. As far as I’m concerned, stylistically Jake Paul fits us. “I couldn’t care what weight he’s at. Obviously, we’re going to make it fair because that’s what we should do.” Jake Paul is preparing to fight at heavyweight for the first timeCredit: @jakepaul More

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      ‘Money talks’, admits heavyweight boxing icon, 58, after considering shock comeback off heels of Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul

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      LENNOX LEWIS has refused to rule out a boxing comeback – if the price is right. The British legend – and last undisputed heavyweight champion – officially retired in 2004 a year after his last fight. Mike Tyson, Lennox Lewis and Evander Holyfield pictured in 2020Credit: GettyHe bowed out after beating Vitali Klitschko and remains one of the most celebrated heavyweights and fighters from the UK. But in recent years, he has watched as former opponents Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield both made controversial comebacks. So it leaves Lewis, 58, open to offers as he told The Guardian: “As my friend says, I ain’t no fool. “I was seeing if I could catch you out there. For me, money talks, bulls*** walks… That’s what I’m saying. I’d 100 per cent consider it.”READ MORE IN BOXINGLewis revealed he still stays in shape despite being retired for two decades by jogging and swimming. He said: “I ran five miles this morning, swam a couple of lengths, 100m. Then I woke up and took a shower.”Holyfield, 61, faced ex-UFC champion Vitor Belfort in a shameful showdown in September 2021 – losing in a single round. A year earlier, Tyson boxed fellow great Roy Jones Jr in an exhibition bout which ended a draw over eight rounds. Most read in BoxingMike Tyson’s controversial comeback Mike Tyson is BACK!

      Yes, boxing’s youngest heavyweight champ of all time – just 20 when he achieved the feat – is preparing to lace them up again.
      He faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul on July 20 in Texas.
      The controversial clash – set for the 80,000-seat AT&T Stadium in Dallas – has been scrutinised over the 30-year age gap.
      Tyson will be 58 by the time the fight for the ages comes around and nearly 20 years removed from his last professional contest.
      He was last seen in the ring in November 2020 for an exhibition with fellow legend Roy Jones Jr, which ended a draw after eight rounds.
      Paul is meanwhile 9-1 in the ring, losing only to Tommy Fury in 2023, and has won three times since.
      His fight with Tyson will also be a landmark first on Netflix, with over 250MILLION subscribers able to watch the bout.

      CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut now Iron Mike will return in a controversial clash on July 20 in Texas against YouTuber-turned boxer Jake Paul. By the time the bout come around there will a 31-YEAR age gap between the two. Mike Tyson looks ferocious on pads as boxing legend gears up for Jake Paul showdown Paul, 27, has lost only once in his ten bouts against Tommy Fury, 25, winning three bouts since. But Lewis warned: “I’m concerned for Jake Paul. Tyson still knows how to punch, as you can see when he’s hitting a bag. “If Jake Paul gets hit by one of those punches, he’s going to feel it. I know Jake Paul doesn’t want to get hit.“Tyson comes forward and he knows how to cut off the ring. It could be a matter of time, as how good is Jake Paul’s defence? “I saw Mike a couple of weeks ago and he looked good. He was walking around without a shirt and showing off his body so he’s getting ready.”Jake Paul and Mike Tyson facing offCredit: @jakepaul More

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      British boxing legend Lennox Lewis says he is ‘CONCERNED’ for Jake Paul after warning over Mike Tyson’s brutal power

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      LENNOX LEWIS is more concerned for Jake Paul than 57-year-old Mike Tyson in the controversial fight for the ages. The heavyweight icon and YouTuber-turned-boxer are to collide in a shock showdown on July 20 in Texas.Lennox Lewis knocked out Mike Tyson in 2002Credit: PA:Press AssociationJake Paul and Mike Tyson facing offCredit: @jakepaulIt will be 20 YEARS removed from the last time Tyson fought as a professional and over two decades since Lewis won their 2002 clash. And concern has been raised for Iron Mike’s health and safety following the news the bout is to be officially sanctioned. But Lewis – who knocked Tyson out in round eight of their £35million fight – believes prankster-gone-prizefighter Paul is the one in trouble. He told The Guardian: “I’m concerned for Jake Paul. Tyson still knows how to punch, as you can see when he’s hitting a bag. READ MORE IN BOXING”If Jake Paul gets hit by one of those punches, he’s going to feel it. I know Jake Paul doesn’t want to get hit.“Tyson comes forward and he knows how to cut off the ring. It could be a matter of time, as how good is Jake Paul’s defence? “I saw Mike a couple of weeks ago and he looked good. He was walking around without a shirt and showing off his body so he’s getting ready.”Tyson was last in the ring for a 2020 exhibition with Roy Jones Jr which ended in a draw.Most read in BoxingCredit: The SunCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHis boxing career officially ended in 2005 following dismal defeats to Danny Williams and Kevin McBride, who is now a tree surgeon.But he will prepare to put his illustrious record on the line following the news his bout with Paul is to be officially sanctioned.Jake Paul reveals awkward reason why he can’t copy Mike Tyson’s sex ban before fighting boxing legendThere will be revised rules, though, with the pair fighting in bigger 14oz gloves opposed to 10oz and over eight, two not three minute rounds.Paul is 9-1 as a boxer having suffered defeat only to Tyson Fury’s 25-year-old brother Tommy in Saudi Arabia last year.But the American, 27, has won three times since and prepares to face Tyson in his first heavyweight fight.Lewis was linked with a rematch against Tyson under exhibition rules as he opened up on those trying to prise him back in the ring aged 58. He said: “Yeah, they do. But, as my friend says, I ain’t no fool. “I was seeing if I could catch you out there. For me, money talks, bulls**** walks…READ MORE SUN STORIES”That’s what I’m saying. I’d 100 per cent consider it.”Lewis has refused to rule out a boxing comeback aged 58Credit: @mrlennoxlewis More

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      Oleksandr Usyk reveals why he could VACATE all heavyweight belts if he beats Tyson Fury in historic unification fight

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      OLEKSANDR USYK has revealed he could vacate all the heavyweight titles if he defeats Tyson Fury in their historic unification fight. Fury and Usyk meet in the heavyweight division’s first four-belt unification bout next Saturday in Saudi Arabia.Oleksandr Usyk revealed he could vacate all the heavyweight titles if he defeats Tyson FuryCredit: GettyAnd the bout looks to crown the only champ to hold all four WBC, WBA, IBF and WBO straps. Usyk achieved the amazing feat at cruiserweight before moving up to the blue-ribband division. But he has hinted at moving back down again in the future. He told TNT Sports: “Maybe I will go back to cruiserweight and win.” READ MORE IN BOXINGThe pair were originally set to fight on February 17 until Fury suffered a cut in sparring that required over ten stitches. And Usyk joked that the eccentric Gypsy King deserves an “Oscar” if he faked the injury as he talked up his own preparations for the bout. He said: “There will be only one champion. “I feel incredible, as good as I did at the 2012 Olympic Games. Just as young and energetic, and with a big desire to move forward.Most read in BoxingTYSON FURY VS OLEKSANDR USYK: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE UNDISPUTED HEAVYWEIGHT BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”It’s the most important fight of my career, my sports career and my sporting life. I want to say that my victory is the victory of the entire Ukrainian people. And defeat is personal.”I was worried about Tyson Fury, that there might be injuries and that our fight might not take place. Oleksandr Usyk spotted working on trademark move in training… but here’s why it WON’T work against Tyson Fury”If he was performing, I think he deserves an Oscar. It has to happen because we have a contract. “It’s a problem only for Tyson Fury. He signed a contract, so he has to fight. It has been an incredible journey. I can do anything now.”Tyson Fury facing off with UsykCredit: EPA More

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      Jake Paul will be ‘s***ting his pants’ after Mike Tyson’s pre-fight reveal, says UFC commentator Joe Rogan

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      JOE ROGAN reckons Jake Paul will be “s***ting his pants” after what Mike Tyson said before their fight. The heavyweight icon and the YouTuber-turned-boxer are to collide in a controversial clash on July 20 in Texas.Mike Tyson returns to fight Jake PaulCredit: GettyJake Paul puts his record on the line against TysonTyson said he was eating RAW MEAT in training for his first professional fight in over 20 YEARS. And UFC commentator Rogan believes the disgusting claim will strike fear into Paul without a punch even being thrown. Rogan said on his podcast: “He goes, ‘I just eat raw meat. I’m eating raw meat’. “He goes, ‘You’re eating raw meat?’ He goes, ‘Yeah, I’m eating raw meat’.READ MORE IN BOXING”He goes, ‘Because that’s what I’m going to eat when I fight. I’m going to eat him, just raw meat’.”Jesus Christ, he’s in this f***ing mode. He’s in that God of war mode.”Bro, he’s in savage mode. If I was Jake Paul right now, I would be s****ing my pants.”Tyson revealed he has banned himself from sex and smoking weed in training to help instal discipline.Most read in BoxingCredit: The SunCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut that is not the only eyebrow-raising reveal Iron Mike has made ahead of his boxing comeback. Interviewer Damon Elliott said: “You look like 20-years-old. What the hell. What are you eating?”Jake Paul reveals awkward reason why he can’t copy Mike Tyson’s sex ban before fighting boxing legendA topless Tyson, 57, responded: “Raw meat.”Elliott replied: “Seriously, Mike? You’re eating raw meat?”Tyson chillingly warned: “I’m going to have to eat it now because my opponent’s going to be raw meat.”Red meats like beef and some fish can be eaten raw but it is not recommended as it harbours illness-causing bacteria.During Tyson’s prolific heyday, he ate up to 4,000 calories a day, enjoying steak, pasta, chicken, rice and fruits.The boxing legend used to fight at 220lb (15st 7lb) during his reign of terror at heavyweight.Paul has weighed as light as 183.6lb (13st 1lb) but his last two bouts have been at the 200lb cruiserweight limit of 14st 4lb.Although he revealed astonishing plans to hit 240lb (17st 1lb) in training before cutting down two stone to 220lb.He said on podcast: “I’m just getting to eat as much as possible and it turns out my body carries this weigh super well.”And I’m only growing. I think I’ll get up to 240 and probably cut down so I’m like way faster.”But if I’m training for this camp – and camp hasn’t started – but if I’m training in this camp at 240 and then I cut down to 220 it’s basically like I had a 20lb weight vest on for the whole entire camp.”So my muscles are going to be so much stronger and that speed will come through.”READ MORE SUN STORIESPaul’s plan to weigh 240lb would be FOUR STONE heavier than the 13st 1lb he scaled before losing to Tommy Fury, 24, last year.Jake Paul and Mike Tyson facing offCredit: @jakepaul More

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      Inside Mike Tyson state-of-the-art new gym in Las Vegas designed by wife Lakiha ahead of controversial Jake Paul fight

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      MIKE TYSON is training in a state-of-the-art new gym in Las Vegas designed by wife Lakiha ahead of his fight with Jake Paul fight. The heavyweight icon and YouTuber-turned-boxer are to collide in a controversial clash on July 20 in Texas.Mike Tyson is training in a state-of-the-art new gym in Las VegasTyson with coach Rafael CordeiroThe property is owned by Las Vegas Raiders boss Mark DavisTyson has been preparing for his first professional fight in almost 20 YEARS with MMA coach Rafael Cordeiro. And he has been doing so in a brand new gym in Vegas on a property owned by warehouse owned by Las Vegas Raiders boss Mark Davis. The gym is based near the Raiders’ training HQ headquarters in Henderson, Nevada. Tyson’s brother-in-law Azim Spicer told USA Today: “Mark Davis is a friend of Mike’s. READ MORE IN BOXING”Mark was super helpful in allowing us to utilize this space temporarily. “His team has been awesome assisting us with the best vendors to build out Mike’s vision.”Tyson’s wife Lakiha – who he married in 2009 – is said to have designed the gym herself. It is a scaled down version of the boxing club the boxing icon owns in Saudi Arabia. Most read in BoxingCredit: The SunCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSTyson was last in the ring for a 2020 exhibition with Roy Jones Jr which ended in a draw.His boxing career officially ended in 2005 following dismal defeats to Danny Williams and Kevin McBride, who is now a tree surgeon.Mike Tyson looks ferocious on pads as boxing legend gears up for Jake Paul showdown But he will prepare to put his illustrious record on the line following the news his bout with Paul is to be officially sanctioned. But there will be revised rules, with the pair fighting in bigger 14oz gloves opposed to 10oz and over eight, two not three minute rounds. Paul is 9-1 as a boxer having suffered defeat only to Tyson Fury’s 25-year-old brother Tommy in Saudi Arabia last year. But the American, 27, has won three times since and prepares to face Tyson in his first heavyweight fight. Tyson and wife Lakiha at UFC 300Credit: GettyJake Paul and Tyson facing offCredit: @jakepaul More