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JOSEPH PARKER had fans feeling queasy as he shared a video of himself eating raw fish.The Kiwi, 32, is hoping to return to action in the autumn after impressively stringing together six wins on the bounce.Joseph Parker munches on raw fishCredit: XThe 32-year-old claimed that raw fish is his favourite Kiwi mealCredit: XDespite not yet having his next fight booked, Parker has stayed in pristine condition.As part of his fitness regime, the New Zealander has eaten raw fish in order to get sufficient protein.In a video shared by the 6ft 4in heavyweight, Parker could be seen sitting on the floor by the ocean with a bucket in front of him.Throughout the clip, Anthony Joshua’s former opponent munched on a raw fish.READ MORE IN BOXINGWhen asked what his favourite Kiwi meal is in a video shared by DAZN Boxing, Parker admitted that he likes to “eat fish straight out of the water”.While Parker’s routine has clearly done the trick in recent years, given his record, some fans were left unimpressed.One wrote on social media: “No thanks.”While a second commented: “Now post the vomit video.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA third claimed: “You can get parasites like this…”And a fourth moaned: “Dude eating it like some corn on the cob I’m done.”Joseph Parker greets fans ahead of Fury vs Usyk and predicts Tyson to winParker claimed the WBO interim heavyweight title by outlasting Zhang Zhilei over 12 rounds back in March.The 35-3 star does not want to fight his close pal Tyson Fury.But a rematch with old rival AJ could be on the table.Speaking to talkSPORT about a potential match-up with the Brit, Parker said: “That would be cool. I think that would be awesome to have a rematch with Joshua. I want the biggest fights.”He then went on to add: “Joshua is a massive name and he’s looked very good in his fights in Saudi Arabia.”We’ll both be on the same card. It’ll be nice to do it again. We’ve both improved, and we’re different fighters. I feel it would be a different fight than we fought in 2018.”Joshua, 34, handed Parker the first defeat of his professional career at Cardiff’s Millennium Stadium in March 2018.He was then beaten by Dillian Whyte in his next fight, before bouncing back in impressive fashion.Parker won six fights on the bounce, including two against Derek Chisora, before being beaten by Joe Joyce in Manchester in September 2022.READ MORE SUN STORIESVictories over Jack Massey, Faiga Opelu, Simon Kean, Deontay Wilder and Zhang have followed.And there have been suggestions that he could fight the winner of tonight’s clash between Filip Hrgovic and Daniel Dubois in September.Parker is close pals with British star Tyson FuryCredit: InstagramAnthony Joshua defeated Parker in Cardiff in 2018Credit: Getty Images – Getty More

LOGAN PAUL has sensationally offered to fight his brother Jake after Mike Tyson pulled out of the bout.The clash between the YouTuber-turned-boxer and heavyweight icon was scheduled for July 20.Jake Paul could fight his brother LoganCredit: GettyLogan said he wanted to ‘settle this once and for all’Credit: SplashMike Tyson pulled out after suffering an ulcer flare upCredit: APBut Netflix, who were set to stream the fight, confirmed it has been axed after Tyson suffered a medical emergency earlier this week.Iron Mike was on a flight from Miami to Los Angeles when he felt nauseous and dizzy due to an ulcer flare up.Paramedics rushed to the plane before it was later confirmed he was feeling “very good”.However, his fight against Paul has been postponed because of doctor’s advice.READ MORE IN BOXINGBoth suggested the fight will be back on at a later date.With Tyson out of the ring, the internet star nicknamed Problem Child is on the lookout for a new opponent.And his older brother Logan cheekily tweeted: “So Mike Tyson’s out? I’ll step in and we can settle this once and for all.”Jake hit back: “Mom doesn’t want me to KO you but f*** it. Loser has to change their last name.”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFans were excited by the Paul or nothing possibility, with one saying: “I would rather this over Mike Tyson to be honest.”Another added: “This is low-key the grand finale of what YouTube boxing has become.”Fans say ‘I’ll actually buy the PPV now’ as Mike Tyson’s replacement for Jake Paul fight ‘confirmed’A third commented: “This just makes sense for Netflix.”Jake’s fight with Tyson was controversially sanctioned by the authorities as a professional bout.He had the chance to improve his 9-1 record, with his only loss coming at the hands of Tommy Fury in February last year.As for Logan, he has only ever had two pro fights – a win over Dillon Danis and a loss to KSI.He did also get in the ring with legend Floyd Mayweather for an exhibition match back in 2021.But Logan is a professional wrestler contracted to WWE.Despite anticipation for an all-Paul clash, UFC cult hero Chael Sonnen claims he is the replacement for Tyson.Controversial boxer Ryan Garcia also said he would “sub in” to fight Jake.Garcia is currently embroiled in a drugs scandal for a positive test taken after his win over Devin Haney which could now be overturned.READ MORE SUN STORIESFormer super-middleweight champion Sakio Bika says he is also on standby for Jake, revealing: “If Jake Paul is serious about fighting a former champion, look for someone a lot younger or active within the last decade. “I can fight Jake Paul at any weight he wants.”Fans are keen to see the Paul or nothing boutCredit: Instagram / @jakepaulThe brother with their dad GregCredit: Getty More

TYSON FURY has released an “important” video message following his defeat to Oleksandr Usyk.The Gypsy King was dethroned by the Ukrainian when they went glove-to-glove in the ring on May 18, with Usyk emerging as the unified and undisputed heavyweight champion of the world.Tyson Fury shared an important message for Frank Warren and Queensbury from his bed on InstagramCredit: Instagram @tysonfuryIt is the first post he has made on the site since his split-decision defeat to Oleksandr UsykCredit: PAMeanwhile, the split-decision judgement inflicted the first defeat of Fury’s professional career.A rematch has since been confirmed and is set for December 21 this year, but Fury – normally a boisterous and outgoing personality on social media – has been quiet since the fight.Only press conference clips and a poster confirming the winter rematch had been posted on his Instagram page.That was until Fury sent a “very important message” to promoter Frank Warren ahead of tonight’s 5v5 Queensberry showdown with Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom.READ MORE IN BOXINGHowever, ever one for some light-hearted humour, Fury declared the message to be so important that he was doing it from his bed. While laying topless, he said: “Hey Tyson Fury here. “Very important message and it’s that important that, I’ve done it from my bloody bedroom and my bed.”Frank, Queensbury, all the boys on our team; do the business, smash Eddie Hearn and Matchroom and all the Matchroom fighters.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFury was cheering on Warren ahead of his 5v5 event against Eddie HearnCredit: Getty”Get up there, come on Queensbury and Frank Warren, get up.”All the best to all the fighters, good luck.”Everything we know about Fury-Usyk 2The 5v5 showdown is being headlined by Deontay Wilder’s return to the ring for Matchroom against Zhilei Zhang.There is a staggering 68.2 lbs difference between them for the bout.They are both coming off the back of defeat to Joseph Parker in Riyadh, with the Bronze Bomber losing out in December while Zhang was beaten in March despite flooring Parker twice.Frank Warren-Eddie Hearn 5v5 full cardBelow you can see the full card for the 5v5 event in Riyadh tonight

What is the scoring system?
There has been a point scoring system devised to settle the big card.
In similar fashion to FPL Fantasy Football, the team captain will score DOUBLE points.
Hamzah Sheeraz is the Queensberry captain, while Deontay Wilder is the Matchroom skipper.
The points scoring system is as follows:

Two points are given for a KO victory.
One point is given for a win decided on the judges’ scorecards.
Team captains score double points.
Drawn fights are awarded no points.

What it the prize money?
The winning team’s promoter will be awarded $3m (£2.35m) in prize money.
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For 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.
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