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      Daniel Dubois vs Joe Joyce tale of the tape: How do Brits stack up against each other ahead of huge domestic dust-up?

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      HEAVYWEIGHT boxing doesn’t get much more exciting as Daniel Dubois and Joe Joyce prepare to collide.
      The pair were scheduled to fight in April before the coronavirus pandemic put a halt to those plans, and the same happened in July.

      Daniel Dubois vs Joe Joyce is one of the most hotly-anticipated fights of the year

      But now Dubois, the British heavyweight champion, and Commonwealth champ Joyce, will clash for their two titles as well as the vacant European belt.
      Whoever wins will catapult themselves into the upper echelons of boxing’s glamourous heavyweight division, with big fights against Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury possibly in the offing.
      SunSport have taken a look below at how both men stack up with each other.
      Age and experience
      One of the most talked about factors heading into this fight is just how experienced Joyce is and why Dubois might be lacking some.

      Joyce, despite having just 11 professional fights, is 35, and is one of Britain’s most successful amateur boxers.

      Daniel Dubois is 15-0 as a professional and holds the British titleCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      He won silver, but arguably should’ve been gold, at the 2016 Olympics in Rio and has picked up medals at the Commonwealth, European and World Championships too.
      He’s also beaten former world champion Bermane Stiverne and title challenger Bryant Jennings as a pro.
      Dubois, however, is just 23, though he’s had more pro fights at 15-0 than Joyce has.

      The less said about Dubois’ opposition in that time, other than Nathan Gorman, the better.
      Physicality
      Both Dubois and Joyce are big, big men.
      Dubois has some of the hardest punching power in the division and stands at 6ft 5in, just an inch shorter than his opponent Joyce.
      Joyce at 6ft 6in, also has a two-inch reach advantage at 80 inches.

      Joe Joyce is 11-0 as a professional and holds the Commonwealth titleCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      A lot has also been said about Joyce’s engine, with Carl Frampton noting earlier this week that he’s never seen a fitter boxer.
      Dubois is no slouch himself, but has only been to a decision once in his career, which is why he’s favoured to have success in the early rounds.
      Future fights
      A win for Dubois, who is already highly-ranked with the WBO, could potentially see him in a tussle with Oleksandr Usyk or Anthony Joshua in 2021.
      Joyce is ranked highly with the WBA, a belt which Joshua also holds.

      Daniel Dubois and Joy Joyce will clash on November 28Credit: Richard Pelham – The Sun
      On the night, Dubois and Joyce will be fighting for the British, Commonwealth and European titles.
      All of the belts are expected to become vacant immediately after the fight so the winner can go on to challenge for world honours. More

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      Jake Paul reveals he is on diet of ICE CUBES as brutal weight cut regime begins ahead of fight with Nate Robinson

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      JAKE PAUL has revealed he is on a diet of ICE CUBES as part of his brutal weight cut regime ahead of his fight with Nate Robinson.
      The YouTube sensation embarked on his boxing career with a victory over fellow social media celeb AnEsonGib in January.

      Jake Paul is cutting weight ahead of his boxing fight with Nate RobinsonCredit: Instagram jakepaul

      The YouTube star revealed he is on a diet of ice cubes before the boutCredit: Instagram jakepaul

      And the 23-year-old returns to the ring this weekend with a fight against ex-NBA star Nate Robinson.
      The two men will clash in a six-round light-heavyweight bout on the undercard of the epic Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr event.
      And Paul has since shown fans the grueling lengths to make weight for the clash with a Instagram video of himself grabbing ice cubes to eat.
      The 1-0 boxer said: “I can’t wait to eat my Thanksgiving dinner!”

      The ice diet involves burning calories by eating ice cubes which causes your body to spend energy to warm the ice to body temperature.
      In an interview with TMZ Sports, Paul recently lifted the lid on the process he has undertaken in order to cut weight.
      He said: “We’re going into the bubble on Thanksgiving. I’m just gonna be watching people eat.
      “So, only having to give up one holiday for this fight is not bad at all.”

      Paul recently hit the headlines for claiming he would ‘kick Conor McGregor’s a***’ in the boxing ring.
      He told BT Sport Boxing: “These MMA guys go to practice every day and have to spend their whole day on one thing – elbows, knees, grappling, take downs so there’s a lot they have to work on.
      “But I’ve been going into the gym for the past three years and all I’ve been focusing on is boxing, so come over into my arena and you’re going to get your a** beat.
      “Jake Paul vs Conor McGregor will happen. People think that’s crazy and Jake’s going to get his a** kicked but we’ll see.”

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      Oleksandr Usyk set to face Anthony Joshua or winner of Daniel Dubois fight with Joe Joyce next as 2021 plans emerge

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      OLEKSANDR USYK is set to face Anthony Joshua or the winner of tomorrow’s Daniel Dubois and Joe Joyce fight next.
      AJ defends his IBF, WBA and WBO heavyweight titles against Kubrat Pulev on December 12 and, if successful, has targeted a unification clash with WBC king Tyson Fury.

      Oleksandr Usyk is refusing to remain patient in his quest to conquer the heavyweight divisionCredit: Getty

      He is the mandatory challenger for Anthony Joshua’s WBO titleCredit: PA:Press Association

      However, he is under obligation to face WBO mandatory challenger Usyk.
      Fury had his hopes of defending his belt next month scuppered and is still in a wrangle with WBC chiefs over his contracted trilogy fight with Deontay Wilder.
      That has provided a new issue for the heavyweight division going into 2021 – but Ukrainian Usyk is refusing to remain patient as he chases his shot at Joshua.
      His co-promoter Alexander Krassyuk, who works alongside Eddie Hearn, told Sky Sports: “Usyk has gone through eight months of hard work getting prepared for Derek Chisora.

      “Now he needs to step back a bit and get some treatment for his body and relaxation for his mind.
      “Hopefully he will be ready to return in April 2021, and hopefully AJ will be around to comply with WBO mandatory regulations.
      “If not – we will be fighting for the vacant WBO title with a contender appointed by WBO.”
      Dubois is ranked at No2 with the WBO, just a spot behind Usyk, as the 22-year-old prepares for his toughest test yet against Joyce.

      Krassyuk added: “I wish we could choose the opponent for the vacant title!
      “Before thinking of Dubois or anyone else we need to know AJ vs Pulev winner and their strategy for the future.

      “But the thing I can make really clear is that we will be pushing hard to put our mandatory position in effect.”
      However, Joyce’s manager Sam Jones says it will be his man taking on Usyk, who beat Derek Chisora on points last month, or AJ if he overcomes Dubois.
      Former undisputed cruiserweight champion Usyk outpointed Chisora last month in his most bruising fight in the heavyweight division so far.
      Jones said: “Dubois is sitting pretty at No 2 on the cusp of a world title fight with either Joshua or Oleksandr Usyk depending upon if the belt becomes vacant.

      The winner of Joe Joyce vs Daniel Dubois could be the Ukrainian’s next opponentCredit: Rex Features
      “If Joe beats Dubois, he gets that spot. This is what motivates Joe.
      “Joe wants fights against the likes of Joshua, Fury, Usyk.
      “It would be an honour to share the ring with Joshua. Two Brits is always a huge fight.
      “After this fight, Joe will be in the mix and able to call out any of the top guys. Joe believes he belongs in that company.”

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      How Daniel Dubois and Joe Joyce compare ahead of HUGE heavyweight clash and who are experts predicting to win fight?

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      HEAVYWEIGHT duo Daniel Dubois and Joy Joyce square off on Saturday night with the unbeaten pair boasting 24 knockouts between them.
      A stat made even more impressive considering they have fought just 26 times combined.

      Both fighters go into their bout this weekend having won all of their fights

      And you can expect fireworks when the heavy-handed pair compete for the British, Commonwealth and European titles this weekend.
      Despite being 12 years younger at the age of 23, Dubois goes into their contest more experienced in the paid ranks.
      The London star has fought four more times than Joyce – who only turned turned professional in late 2017 after winning silver at the Rio 2016 Olympics.
      He has stopped four more of opponents than his domestic rival, though both men have knocked out all but one of their opponents.

      Joyce goes into the contest as the bigger man as he is one inch taller than DDD, while he also weighed in over three stone heavier than Dubois in his last outing.
      Though Joyce has showed off his shredded new physique ahead of the eagerly-awaited dust-up, where he is looking much leaner.
      And it should come as no surprise that it is Joyce who has the reach advantage over Dubois.
      But how do past and present boxers see the fight going down?

      Joe Joyce is looking in incredible shape from his last outing in July
      TYSON FURY
      The Gypsy King said: “Joe’s a big strong unit, Juggernaut, get in the way he’ll run you over. Daniel’s big and strong and youthful, fresh.
      “They’re both good fighters and it’ll come down to who wants it more on the night.
      “They’re both capable of winning, they’re both capable of pulling victories out and they’re both capable of knocking the other person out.”
      CARL FRAMPTON
      The Jackal said: “This ones really interesting. Both guys are punchers. Dubois is technically better than Joe but Joe, even though he looks really unorthodox, he’s got an engine like I’ve never seen before in my life.
      “The later the fight goes on the more chance that Joe has but I’m going to stay with Dubois on this one.
      “I think Dubois will get to him at some point, probably a stoppage in the middle rounds.”

      Daniel Dubois is the current British and Commonwealth champion
      DAVID HAYE
      The Hayemaker said: “I can see it going both ways. I can see Dubois being able to stop Joyce if it’s an early shootout.
      “But, if it’s not an early shootout and it becomes a boxing match, I believe that works in Joe Joyce’s favour.
      “So I’m going to go with the man I know, the man I’ve seen take some beatings and soak it up, I’m going to go with Joe Joyce by points decision or late stoppage.”
      RICKY HATTON
      The Hitman said: “I think most people will lean to Dubois slightly because he’s a man in form. He’s a little bit fresher.
      “Joe’s had a very distinguished amateur career, maybe he has a few more miles on the clock than Daniel. He’s quite versatile Joe. He can do pretty much everything.
      “His style is a little bit in-your-face, though, which might suit Daniel Dubois. I think it’s a 50-50 fight, but Daniel might be a little bit fresher. I think that might just make the difference.”

      Dubois goes into the dust-up as the favourite to have their hand raised as the winner
      PAULIE MALIGNAGGI
      The Magic Man: “My prediction is an explosive fight. Could go either ways.
      “They’re both big punching guys looking for the big one. I edge towards Dubois at this moment.”
      LIAM SMITH
      Beefy said: “I think it’s a top fight between two very good Heavyweights who are both on the up.
      “It’s a good clash of styles. If Dubois has it in the tank, I think he wins, he’s better all round. 
      “If he doesn’t, and doesn’t do Joyce in the first few rounds, then Joyce could come on for a late stoppage. But, my pick is Dubois win, 4-6 rounds.”

      NATHAN GORMAN
      Dubois’ former foe Gorman said: “It’s a real 50-50 fight in my opinion.
      “I think lot of people are writing Joe off, but it’s a lot closer than that. Joyce has got a good amateur pedigree.
      “Daniel on the other hand is a big power puncher, massive backhand. Under six I’ll favour Daniel, over six it’ll be interesting to see what happens.”

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      Fury’s dad John, 56, wants to KO Mike Tyson and claims he is in better shape than legend despite ‘looking fat as a pig’

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      JOHN FURY has revealed he wants to KO Mike Tyson – even claiming he’s in better shape than the ripped boxing legend.
      Iron Mike, 54, was subject to much speculation before signing his deal to fight Roy Jones Jr.

      John Fury reckons he’d KO Mike Tyson thanks to his healthier lifestyle

      Tyson Fury’s dad John is confident he could beat Mike TysonCredit: Sportsfile – Getty

      Mike Tyson looks in great shape as he prepares to return to boxing

      One fight he was linked with was against Tyson Fury’s dad – with John even calling out the American in the summer and saying he was “willing to DIE” to beat him.
      And Fury Snr revealed n June that while he may look ‘as fat as a pig’, he would win because he’s ‘lived cleaner’.
      Tyson weighs in at a lean, mean 17st after a stunning body transformation as he prepares to step back into the ring.
      Shannon Briggs and reigning WBA champion Tyson Fury himself were also linked with a Tyson scrap.

      But he’s no match for 18st 7lbs John Fury – who named his world heavyweight champion son after Iron Mike – according to the man himself.
      John said: “Listen, I’d like to have a go. You know, at the end of the day, I named my son after him, it would be a good thing.
      “But I know one thing, he’ll be in no better shape than me.
      “I tell you what it is, I’ve got the edge in shape because I’ve lived better, I’ve lived cleaner.

      “Tyson, yeah, he was a great, great champion, probably one of the best there’s ever been.
      “If anyone is going to come close to beating Tyson [Fury] in this era, that’s him.
      “Mike Tyson has got a better chance than Deontay Wilder and Anthony Joshua at 53 years old.”

      He’s past his best. And me? The edge I’ve got is I’ve lived right.
      John Fury

      John Fury continued by saying he’s eager to get into the ring with Tyson – and warned the former champ not to be fooled by his figure.
      He continued: “But listen I’d like to have a go, because I’m big and strong and game and that’s all you need to be.
      “He’s past his best. And me? The edge I’ve got is I’ve lived right.
      “I don’t drink, don’t smoke, I don’t do things I shouldn’t do and I train every day.
      “Listen, we’re not body beautifuls. I look as fat as a pig but I can run ten miles – no problem, today.
      “And I’m training all the time, and I’m fit and strong and game. And I’ve got a good heart!
      “So if he knocks me out he knocks me out, but I’ll try and knock him out, let’s put it that way.
      “I’ll give my all. I’ll do the very best I can. I won’t be afraid to get in the ring, I won’t be beat before I’ve started. I’m going to give it my best shot.”
      John went on to say that, with some coaching from son Tyson and his team, he’d happily step into the ring against TWO Iron Mikes.

      Fury Snr continued: “I’m 18st 7lbs, I’m 55 years old but I’m in great shape.
      “Don’t drink, don’t smoke, don’t take nothing I shouldn’t do and I eat very, very well.
      “Plus I’ve got him [Tyson Fury] to train me. I’ve got the best son in the world…
      “And if I start sparring with him, and big Shane and my Hughie and Tommy, I’ve got a good chance of beating anybody with that kind of backing.
      “With that kind of team, I’d get in with two Mike Tysons!”

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      Anthony Joshua looks shredded in training ahead of Pulev fight but Lennox Lewis claims Tyson Fury ‘is more dangerous’

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA has shown fans his incredible physique in training ahead of his heavyweight showdown with Kubrat Pulev.
      Yet despite AJ’s countless efforts in the gym, Lennox Lewis has claimed his fellow Londoner will still be at a disadvantage when he faces Tyson Fury.

      Anthony Joshua has once again shown fans his incredible physiqueCredit: Instagram

      The heavyweight champion is in training for his bout against Kubrat PulevCredit: Instagram

      Joshua has already verbally agreed to a double header to face the Gypsy King for next year.
      But the London 2012 gold medallist is first putting his WBA, IBF and WBO heavyweight titles on the line against Bulgarian Pulev on December 12.
      And AJ has once again wowed fans with his latest promo pictures ahead of the fight that showed the boxer flaunt his incredible bulging biceps.
      He captioned the snaps on Instagram: “Each fight holds a story.”

      You’ve got Fury, he is a switch hitter and he is going into the fight with a lot more dangerous things to watch out for
      Lennox Lewis on Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua

      Although countless fans swarmed to flood the comment section by hailing Joshua, Lennox Lewis issued a word of caution to the Watford star.
      Lion shared his belief that Fury will emerge victorious over his fellow Brit when they finally meet in the ring in 2021.
      As quoted by the Daily Mail, he said: “The Fury and Joshua fight, you have got two big guys and they can punch and they can box.
      “You’ve got Fury, he is a switch hitter and he is going into the fight with a lot more dangerous things to watch out for – the fact that he can punch with left hand, with his right.

      “He is a slugger as well, the way he went after Deontay (Wilder), nobody expected that. He said what he is going to do and he did it. I like guys who box with confidence like that.”

      Lewis later revealed that Fury’s height compared to Joshua – the Gypsy King has three-inches on his rival – will give him a lot of advantages.
      He added: “I have always said that it is always difficult boxing taller guys.
      “He is 6ft 9, you are not going to get any sparring partners who are 6ft 9 to go in there.
      “AJ has to figure that out as well. It is going to take him a few rounds.”

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      Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr: Predictions from former rivals and pundits who make fight picks as legends return

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      ROY JONES JR goes into his fight against Mike Tyson as an underdog – according to those in the boxing business.
      The American – who started his career as a light-middleweight – is also the bookies outsider.

      He faces fellow legend Tyson in an eight-round exhibition on Saturday, and has been left with it all to do inside the ring.
      But Jones, 51, only retired in 2018, meaning what he lacks in size and power he could make up in with activity and form.
      Here SunSport runs down the predictions from fighters, promoters and trainers.
      Mike Tyson
      Iron Mike did not have too much to say on the fight – only warning it will be all-action.

      The 54-year-old told TMZ Sports: “Pain, baby, pain. A lot of pain.”
      Prediction: Violence

      Mike Tyson fights for the first time since retiring in 2005
      Evander Holyfield
      Holyfield twice beat Tyson and wants to face him for a third time after announcing he is also coming out of retirement.
      He is backing his old rival to beat Jones if he lands one of his trademark shots – but fears if he fails it will be a snooze fest.

      Holyfield, 58, told Teddy Atlas: “I think if Tyson catch him, he gonna hurt him. But if Tyson can’t catch him, it’s gonna be a lousy fight.”
      Prediction: Tyson… if he can land.

      Evander Holyfield twice beat Tyson and wants a third fightCredit: Reuters
      Danny Williams
      Williams scored one of the great British upsets in a boxing ring after he knocked out an out-of-sorts Iron Mike in 2004.
      But he still tips Tyson’s size and power to be too much for Jones.
      Williams, 47, said: “I think Roy is going to get seriously hurt. He is a natural middleweight.”
      Prediction: Tyson

      Brit Danny Williams upset Tyson in 2004 Credit: Reuters
      James ‘Buster’ Douglas
      Buster Douglas became the first man to beat Tyson, with his 1990 upset still considered one of the greatest shocks in boxing history.
      He came into the fight a 42/1 underdog – and he gives Jones even LESS chance of repeating his victory.
      Douglas, 60, told DJ Vlad: “I think he has a chance but it’s a slim chance. Slimmer than Buster Douglas.”
      Prediction: Tyson

      Buster Douglas in 1990 became the first man to ever beat TysonCredit: Reuters
      Amir Khan
      Khan revealed both were an inspiration to him in his career, but questioned why they are coming out of retirement.
      Still the former champion – who jumped from welterweight to middleweight in 2016 before being KO’d by Canelo – is backing the smaller man.
      Khan, 33, told Fight Hub: “I don’t know what’s made Mike and Roy fight each other. I mean, they might be friends, I don’t know.
      “But who’s going to win this fight? Roy Jones, in my opinion.”
      Prediction: Jones

      Amir Khan has predicted Tyson will lose against Jones
      Freddie Roach
      Legendary trainer Roach cornered Tyson towards the end of the heavyweight’s career.
      They still keep in touch now, and Roach has no doubt his friend will win by knockout.
      He told told Press Box: “I think Mike knocks Roy Jones out.
      “But I did warn Mike that he has to be careful of Roy’s left to the body. That’s the punch Roy used to knock out Virgil Hill.”
      Prediction: Tyson

      Legendary trainer Freddie Roach cornered Tyson towards the end of the heavyweight’s careerCredit: Rex Features
      Tyron Woodley
      Former UFC welterweight champion Woodley is another who has looked up to Tyson and Jones.
      As a result, he feels Iron Mike’s power over the eight rounds will prove too troubling.
      Woodley, 38, told Mike Swick: “I’ve studied them so much. I’ve watched so many films, so many fights with both of them.
      “I think if Mike Tyson touches anybody, they’re going down no matter how old he is. I just don’t see him not touching Roy at some point in the fight.”
      Prediction: Tyson

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      Jeff Mayweather
      Floyd Mayweather’s uncle – a trainer – runs his own boxing channel, often asking for predictions ahead of big fights.
      But in his own verdict, he tips Tyson to just edge out Jones.
      Mayweather said: “Overall, if I would have to bet my money, I would pick Tyson because I know he has the power.
      “And as big as he is, he has some tremendous hand speed.”
      Prediction: Tyson

      Floyd Mayweather’s uncle Jeff with Tyson
      Oscar De La Hoya
      De La Hoya works with Jones’ great rival Bernard Hopkins as they run Golden Boy Promotions.
      And the American – who wants to make a comeback of his own – is tipping Tyson to come out on top.
      De La Hoya, 47, said on Instagram: “I’m going to have to go with Tyson.
      “But it wouldn’t surprise me if Jones Jr pulls something off – like he always has in his career.”
      Prediction: Tyson

      Jake Paul
      The YouTuber faces ex-NBA star Nate Robinson on the undercard of Tyson’s comeback.
      And he predicts Iron Mike will win the night’s main-event.
      Paul, 23, told the Mayweather Boxing Channel: “I think uncle Mike’s going to take it home. But Roy Jones is looking dangerous too.
      “I think [Tyson] is gonna stop him. Those punches look to vicious, I think round, fourth round he’s going to connect with one of those Mike Tyson’s uppercuts or hooks.”
      Prediction: Tyson

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      Gennady Golovkin to make return for record 21st middleweight world title defence against Kamil Szeremeta on December 18

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      GENNADY GOLOVKIN will end his year-long absence away from the ring when he faces Kamil Szeremeta on December 18 in Florida.
      The 38-year-old – who last fought in October 2019 when he regained the IBF belt after beating Sergiy Derevyanchenko – is looking to create history next month.

      Gennady Golovkin is looking to make it 41 wins out of 43 fights when he faces Kamil SzeremetaCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Polish star Szeremeta has won all of his 21 fights inside the ringCredit: Instagram

      Golovkin – who boasts a record of 40-1-1 – knows victory against Szeremeta would mean he has made a record-breaking 21 defences of his middleweight titles.
      The Kazakhstan knockout specialist has held a world title at 160lbs every year since 2010.
      Commenting on his upcoming bout, GGG said: “This is not just any fight.
      “It is a fight with great meaning. I always have the greatest respect for all of my opponents.

      “I have really missed boxing and I wanted to fight this year.
      “The goal – fighting for a record twenty-first successful world title defence.”
      His opponent Szeremeta – who is a former European middleweight champion – is yet to taste defeat in his 21 outings inside the ring.
      Speaking of his opportunity to shock the world, he said: “I want this title for Poland and my family.

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      “GGG is a great champion, one of the best in history, but it is time for replacement.
      “Thank you for the great chance, I must take my opportunity to be the first world middleweight champion from Poland.”
      Golovkin has been eyed up by former world champion Oscar De La Hoya as the 47-year-old eyes up a return to the squared circle.

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