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      Elle Brooke vs Paige VanZant tale of the tape: How adult film star and UFC icon compare ahead of leaked boxing fight

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      ELLE BROOKE is set to go head-to-head with Paige VanZant next month.DAZN accidentally revealed the fight would commence on May 25 while airing their press conference for Devin Haney’s world title bout against Ryan Garcia. Elle Brooke will return to the boxing ring in MayCredit: GettyDAZN leaked a headline boxing bout between Brooke and MMA star Paige VanZantCredit: GettyBrooke is 4-1 in the ringCredit: GettyMeanwhile VanZant will return with an 8-7 record across MMACredit: GettySunSport understands the bout will take place in Texas. But how do the two OnlyFans creators-turned-boxers compare?Following her victory over AJ Bunker in January, Brooke, 26, now has a five-fight record of four wins and one defeat with two knockouts. Meanwhile, former MMA star VanZant, 30, has a 15-fight record of eight wins and seven losses across UFC and Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship.READ MORE IN BOXINGVanZant left the UFC at 8-5 in the cage for BKFC.However, she lost both her BKFC bouts and has not returned to the ring since – despite teasing a boxing switch in February, when she confirmed she had “accepted a boxing match”.And with DAZN’s latest leak for their fight that switch now looks to have been completed with a bout on the card of Misfits 15.Outside of the ring, Brooke has a new worth reported to be around £2million. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHere’s how the fighters look on paperShe has 937,000 followers on Instagram.Meanwhile, VanZant has a net worth of £1.3m and an Instagram following of three million followers. Elle Brooke’s 10 most liked Instagram postsThe fight will be a dream come true for Brooke, who named VanZant on a list of dream opponents that also includes former WWE star Ronda Rousey.Brooke has a reported net worth of £2millionCredit: https://www.instagram.com/thedumbledong/Meanwhile, VanZant’s net worth is estimated to be around £1.3mCredit: https://www.instagram.com/paigevanzant/Brooke rose to fame as an OnlyFans modelCredit: InstagramVanZant last fought in 2021 before moving into online influencingCredit: Instagram @paigevanzant More

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      KSI backed to bring Floyd Mayweather, 47, out of retirement by boxing icon’s uncle as huge exhibition purses revealed

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      KSI has been backed to bring Floyd Mayweather out of retirement for a huge exhibition fight. Mayweather officially hung up his gloves in 2017 after beating UFC superstar Conor McGregor in ten rounds. KSI has been backed to bring Floyd Mayweather out of retirementCredit: GettyMayweather is still boxing in exhibitions despite retiringCredit: RexBut the boxing legend has continued to remain in the sport through money-spinning exhibition bouts. And Mayweather in November 2021 faced KSI’s younger brother Deji, 27, which he won after six rounds of taunting and showboating. The antics enraged KSI and the YouTuber-turned-boxer opened the door to fighting the American icon in search of revenge. And Mayweather’s uncle Jeff – a former trainer to KSI – admitted the showdown would be just the right thing to bring his nephew back.READ MORE IN BOXINGJeff told SunSport: “It’s a fight that brings a ton of money for both of them, so why not? “I mean KSI, I worked with him and of course, there’s no YouTube fighter on the planet that’s going to beat Floyd, I don’t care what weight they are. “They’re not gonna be Floyd. Floyd still has the body of a fighter, he still runs, once in a while he’s still in the gym. “It’s been his life, that’s the life that he knows because he grew up that way. It’s installed in him.” Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSKSI, 30, has not returned since suffering his first boxing loss, a controversial decision to Tommy Fury, 24, in October. But he is looking to fight again and named Mayweather along with McGregor, 35, Jake Paul, 27, and Fury on his least of potential opponents. Ultimate boxing rich list including Anthony Joshua, Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Deontay WilderMayweather, 47, has had seven post-retirement exhibitions against stars from the social media, MMA and boxing world. His last was against the grandson of notorious mob boss John Gotti which ended in a disqualification win following a brawl in the ring.Uncle Jeff defended Mayweather’s decision to carry on fighting deep into his 40s with millions to be made despite being past his brilliant best. Jeff said: “I mean, why not grab $3-4million fighting a guy that has basically never done anything in the real sport of boxing? “And it’s entertaining, it’s not even a real fight. We already know who’s going to win.” More

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      DAZN accidentally leak Elle Brooke’s huge next fight against ex-UFC superstar on May 25

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      DAZN accidentally let slip Elle Brooke’s next fight will be against Paige VanZant on May 25.The sports streaming service was airing the press conference for Devin Haney’s world title bout against Ryan Garcia. Elle Brooke is set to fight Paige VanZanr in a boxing matchCredit: Instagram / @thedumbledongPaige VanZant is set to make her boxing debutCredit: INSTAGRAM/paigevanzantThis was the leak live on airAnd eagle-eyed fans noticed that on the advertising board was the reveal that the OnlyFans stars will meet at Misfits 15. SunSport understands the clash will take place in Texas. Brooke is now 4-1 in the ring and most recently stopped ex-Love Islander AJ Bunker in Leeds. Meanwhile, VanZant has not fought since 2021 when she lost a bare-knuckle boxing rematch against MMA rival Rachael Ostovich. READ MORE IN BOXINGVanZant left the UFC at 8-5 in the cage for Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship. But she lost both her BKFC bouts and has not returned to the ring since – despite teasing a boxing switch in February. VanZant, 30, told MMAFighting: “Accepted a boxing match, that will be my next fight. It’s really, really exciting.”The American revealed her boxing debut was set for March but had to be backdated to the summer.Most read in BoxingAnd Brooke, 26, has long named VanZant among her list of dream opponents. When probed by talkSPORT, she said: “A really huge fight like Paige VanZant or Ronda Rousey.”Seven sports stars who started an OnlyFans including ex-footballer and British boxing icon More

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      Anthony Joshua reveals job he’d love to do if he wasn’t heavyweight boxer – and it’s right up the muscle man’s street

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      AS a two-time heavyweight world champion, boxer Anthony Joshua has faced some tough battles in the ring — but none compares to the grilling he got from one nine-year-old fan.The sporting icon agreed to be interviewed by Josie Bell for children’s current affairs magazine The Week Junior.Anthony Joshua was interviewed by Josie Bell for children’s current affairs magazine The Week JuniorCredit: Mark Robinson for The Week JuniorAJ confessed he would have loved to be a bricklayer or an accountant if he wasn’t a boxerCredit: GettyAnthony Joshua lands a punch on Francis Ngannou during their contest in MarchCredit: GettyAnthony Joshua and Wladimir Klitschko in 2017Credit: GettyYoung reporter Josie, above, quizzed the 34-year-old on a range of topics when they went head to head for the on-camera chat at Finchley Boxing Club in North London, where Anthony used to train as an amateur.The ring legend, who knocked out Francis Ngannou inside two rounds last month, told how he would have loved to be a bricklayer or an accountant if he wasn’t a boxer.And he revealed his favourite film is — unsurprisingly — Rocky.‘I have no fear’But he admitted he has never seen Margot Robbie’s Barbie blockbuster.READ MORE ON ANTHONY JOSHUAThe dad to son JJ, eight, said: “There’s two jobs I like. One would be a bricklayer, because I like building and would always like to make my house bigger. I think everyone wants a bigger house.My favourite film is Rocky. It’s about a guy who has potential. But he has to become his own hero.Anthony Joshua“I’d probably like to be an accountant. Do you know an accountant is someone who counts everyone’s money? So I’m in control of the piggy bank.”He added: “I haven’t actually seen the Barbie film or the Wonka film.“My favourite film is Rocky. It’s about a guy who has potential. But he has to become his own hero. It’s a really good story about a guy who becomes a famous boxer.”Most read in BoxingArmed with a notebook and pen, Josie, from Kenley, Surrey, also asked: “What’s your biggest fear?”Anthony boldly replied: “I don’t have a biggest fear as I have a very positive mind and everything’s fun. Every day is a blessing. So I have no fear.”Anthony Joshua back in frame for world title BEFORE facing winner of Fury vs UsykThe boxer also explained that his favourite subject at school was PE. And he offered some tips on how to handle playground bullies.He said: “If I saw someone getting bullied, I would try and protect them because I don’t think getting bullied is nice. I don’t like bullies.“The best thing you can do is go and find your teacher to let them make sure that they take care of the student.“So I’d try and make sure that they’re protected first. And then I’d try and find a teacher as soon as possible.”Award-winning The Week Junior, aimed at children aged eight to 14, will feature the boxing champ as its cover star in its latest issue, out tomorrow.I hope he takes my advice and goes to see the Barbie movie.Josie Bell, The Week JuniorAfter his interview, Anthony told The Sun: “I knew Josie was going to ask me some seriously tough questions, but I was prepared.“Move over Piers Morgan, there is a new kid on the block.“I really enjoyed hearing from the kids at The Week Junior.”Delighted Josie said of her big assignment: “Anthony was super kind. He answered all my questions.“I was a bit nervous but he helped me loads.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I want to interview more mas- sive stars.”She added: “I hope he takes my advice and goes to see the Barbie movie.”The ring legend told how he would have loved to be a bricklayerCredit: GettyAJ on the cover of The Week JuniorCredit: Mark Robinson for The Week Junior More

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      ‘Something is wrong with this motherf***er’, says Devin Haney as Ryan Garcia launches foul-mouthed press conference rant

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      RYAN GARCIA launched a foul-mouthed press conference rant before his fight with Devin Haney. Garcia challenges for his first world title on Saturday in New York against long-time rival Haney. Devin Haney reacts to Ryan Garcia’s foul-mouthed press conference rantBut in the build up to the pay-per-view bout, the American, who has admitted struggling with his mental health in the past, has acted erratically online and in the media, causing concern over his wellbeing. Garcia’s behaviour showed no signs of changing just two days before the fight when he began trading verbal jabs with someone from the crowd. He said: “Where’s you mama at, baby? Where’s your mum? Oh, I’m gonna go flirt with your mama, ooh. “She’s probably fine as f***. I want some of your mama, I want your mama now. Your mama probably in my DMs. READ MORE IN BOXING”Yeah, f*** you motherf***er. Don’t talk before I f*** you up. Yeah, that fear coming in your mouth like a b***h. “I’ll put my d*** in your mouth, b***h.” Haney then interrupted: “Something is wrong with this motherf***er.”Earlier in the week, the two clashed during a photoshoot at the top of the Empire State Building. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAs a result, they were BANNED from throwing the first pitch at the Mets game amid fears of another heated incident. The fighters also skipped the usual face-off to end the press conference and will instead go head to head at the weigh-in.Devin Haney shoves Ryan Garcia as security forced to intervene in heated face-off before grudge fightHaney’s dad and trainer Bill threw doubt over whether Garcia would make the 140lb super-lightweight limit. So Garcia agreed to a $50,000 bet that he will do so successfully. Haney and Garcia facing off at the top of the Empire State BuildingCredit: Getty More

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      Inside Jack Fincham’s stunning THREE STONE body transformation as Love Island star reveals healthy boxing diet

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      JACK FINCHAM has shed a stunning THREE STONE after ditching junk food for a healthy boxing diet. The 2018 Love Island winner returns to the ring on Friday in Dubai against trader and martial artist Ahmed Mousa at Crypto Fight Night. Jack Fincham has lost a stunning three stone ahead of his boxing returnCredit: @cryptofightweekFincham returns to the boxing ring in DubaiCredit: @cryptofightweekThe Love Islander ditched junk food for a healthy boxing dietFincham has whipped himself into sensational shape for the bout with the help of nutritionist David Stache. He told SunSport: “My Uber Eats account, I must’ve spent all my money on it!”I was eating anything and everything, even when I wasn’t hungry just eating out of boredom sometimes. “Obviously working and being around mates that don’t eat how I eat now.READ MORE IN BOXING”My nutritionist now is David Stache and he’s worked with 20+ world champions so you ain’t getting better than that.”The pair met through Anthony Joshua’s coach Ben Davison – who Fincham trained with in the past. And Stache has Fincham on a diet of four eggs in the morning, chicken and salmon for lunch and a steak dinner. And when all is said and done the reality TV star is looking at the equivalent of a three stone weight loss. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFincham said: “I would’ve lost nearly 20kilos. “It’s hard work, hard work and applying yourself and dedication and consistency. No like, ‘Oh, I could just do this today.'”It’s hard work and consistency, always.”Fincham, 31, boxed as an amateur before walking away from the sport as a teenager to enjoy a party lifestyle. But after returning for an exhibition on Floyd Mayweather’s undercard in November 2022, he is ready to give it his all in boxing. Fincham said: “I’m 31 now, I’m in my last roll of the dice in boxing. “So I’m giving my all this year, I’m going to fight a few times this year and probably for the next couple of years.”I’m going to make this a massive, huge part of my life and keep it going, see how far I can take it.”Fincham has a wishlist of opponents, including Geordie Shore’s Aaron Chalmers and pro boxers-turned Love Island pair Tommy Fury and Idris Virgo. He said: “I know the route I wanna go. I do wanna fight Aaron Chalmers, me and Aaron are friends.”Idris Virgo keeps calling me out but look, I’m not ready for him yet he’s a great pro and I’d never sit here and slag him off.”But Aaron Chalmers, I’m hoping for early next year and Tommy Fury, maybe in the next couple of years.”And for me, I think they are very beatable.”Joey Essex – famed for his run on The Only Way is Essex – is also teasing a boxing debut. And despite being the nephew to esteemed British trainer Tony Sims, Fincham warned his friend of ever fighting him. He said: “Listen, I’ve seen little bits of Joey Essex. If he ever wants to do it I’d beat him without a shadow of a doubt, hands down.”Look, Joey’s got a boxing family but he’s never had a fight. He might have had a couple of amateurs, a couple of spars.READ MORE SUN STORIES”But there’d be no point in fighting me. And, by the way, me and Joey are friends, I love Joey, but boxing-wise it would be a pointless fight, I’d beat him.”
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      ‘I would kick your f***king kneecap off’, fumes Jorge Masvidal in response to ‘coward’ Jake Paul’s $10m MMA fight offer

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      JORGE MASVIDAL has brutally shot down Jake Paul’s offer to take their rivalry to the MMA cage. Paul is 9-1 as a boxer but signed a contract with the Professional Fighters League to debut in MMA. Jorge Masvidal brutally hit out at Jake Paul’s offer to fight in MMACredit: GettyJake Paul propsed a $10m offer to fight Masvidal in the PFL cageMeanwhile, Masvidal has been granted permission from the UFC to pursue boxing before returning to the octagon after. He takes to the ring for the first time on June 1 against Nate Diaz, 39, beaten over ten boxing rounds by Paul last year. The pair put aside their feud to mutually chant “f*** Jake Paul” alongside a raucous Las Vegas crowd. And Paul replied online: “Two of the biggest names in MMA can’t keep my name out their mouth at their press conference that nobody watched. READ MORE IN MMA”Nate already got his ass beat by me & Jorge is literally permitted by UFC to box anyone but me because Dana knows I will put his little ass to sleep. “Already told both of these bozos to come see me in PFL bc in boxing they got no shot. $10M for either of them.” Paul, 27, returns on July 20 in Texas against boxing icon Mike Tyson, 57, in a controversial clash scrutinised over the 30-year age gap. And Masvidal, 39, did not hold back in response to the YouTuber-turned-boxer’s proposed MMA deal. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe said on the MMA Hour: “Jake runs up on me somewhere else where it’s not a ring or something you can find out bro. “You’re talking about the PFL, the f*** are you going to do in MMA? Are you kidding me? You can’t even box. Watch truly bizarre way Jake Paul announces Katie Taylor’s Netflix fight vs Amanda Serrano that sums up mad boxing world “Now you’re going to fight in MMA? I would kick your f***ing kneecap off your fragile body. “You dumb motherf***er, don’t bring up MMA ever you disrespectful piece of s***.” More

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      Boxer, 27, in coma after knockout as Floyd Mayweather’s uncle pays tribute and warns ‘anyone can lose their life’

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      BOXER Ardi Ndembo is still fighting for his life in an induced coma following a knockout loss in the ring. Father-of-two Ndembo was competing in Team Combat League when he was stopped in a round by Nestor Santana. Ardi Ndembo is still fighting for his life in an induced coma following a KO lossCredit: Instagram / ardindemboNdembo fell into an induced comaCredit: Instagram / ardindemboTCL is a unique set up that has boxers in a squad box over one or two rounds with points earned in each and tallied up to decide the winning team. Ndembo was representing Las Vegas Hustle when he was brutally KO’d by Miami Assassin’s Santana. The heavyweight from Congo – who was 8-0 at the time – was left unconscious for several minutes after the bout. He was later taken to hospital in Miami, where he remains now with his wife who was flown into Florida from Las Vegas. READ MORE IN BOXINGFloyd Mayweather’s uncle Jeff coaches for the Las Vegas side and paid tribute to Ndembo, who has a GoFundMe page to raise funds for his family. Jeff told SunSport: “Boxing’s a sport where you grow up watching it and loving it, but there’s so much risk involved. “Anyone can lose their life from boxing. When something like this happens, it wakes up the whole entire world. “I don’t think boxing’s a bad sport because you can die in any sport. Most read in Boxing“You drive a race car at 200mph, if it slides, you’re going to die too. You can die in an sport but boxing is a brutal sport.” Jeff – a former super-featherweight champion – was at the fight and it barred a brutal reminder to the brutality of boxing – even over just a single round. Devin Haney shoves Ryan Garcia as security forced to intervene in heated face-off before grudge fightHe said: “I was there. I didn’t think it would happen because this format is different to usual boxing. “You have just one round, you’re only doing one round and I’d think almost anyone can survive one round. “But in the heavyweight division in Combat League, someone always gets hurt or stopped so I mean it’s the heavyweight division. “I don’t think there’s anything you can do to change it because it’s boxing and it’s just one round. One round of trying to do the best you can to win that round. “That kinda takes away the brutality that everyone thinks boxing’s about but a person getting knocked out or getting hurt in one round is very rare. Especially something that tragic.” Floyd Mayweather’s uncle, boxing coach JeffCredit: Instagram @jeffmayweather More