Boxing

Subterms

    More stories

    • 200 Shares99 Views

      in Boxing

      Tyson Fury accused of using drugs by Wladimir Klitschko again along with ‘irrational, sexist, racist’ statements

      by

      WLADIMIR KLITSCHKO has accused Tyson Fury of using drugs again.
      Fury, 32, stunned the world when he went to Germany in 2015 and totally outboxed the ten-year champion to become the unified king.

      Fans, Sadly it appears @Tyson_Fury is abusing substances again. History shows he goes off the deep end with irrational, sexist, racial, statements.Truth is Klitschko and ass kick is fantasy for him. Klitschko and run, ran, or dodged the rematch is more accurate. “Just say no” pal
      — Klitschko (@Klitschko) October 31, 2020

      Tyson fury’s conqueror Wladimir Klitscho, left and brother Vitali dominated heavyweight boxing for many yearsCredit: AP:Associated Press

      And, five years later, when the WBC sanctioning body asked their Twitter followers how Wladimir’s older brother Vitali would have done in this era, Fury had another pop at the fighting family.
      The Gypsy King wrote: “Would [have] loved to kick his ass also.”
      Wladimir saw the message and dived in to defend his elder sibling, who was a three-time heavyweight world champion between 1999 and 2012.
      The retired legend slammed Fury for never having their rematch and brought up sick comments the Brit made in his checkered past.

      The 44-year-old wrote: “Fans, Sadly it appears Tyson Fury is abusing substances again. 

      “History shows he goes off the deep end with irrational, sexist, racial, statements.
      “Truth is Klitschko and ass kick is fantasy for him.
      “Klitschko and run, ran, or dodged the rematch is more accurate. ‘Just say no pal’.”

      Brit Tyson Fury stunned Wladimir Klitschko with a famous victory in 2015 and says he would have enjoyed beating the Ukrainian’s brother VitaliCredit: Getty – Contributor

      Tyson Fury looks in terrifying shape as Gyspy King posts shadow boxing clip in training for December 5 homecoming More

    • 263 Shares109 Views

      in Boxing

      Mike Tyson says he is at lowest weight since he was 18 as Roy Jones Jr predicts epic fight between ‘freaks’

      by

      MIKE TYSON revealed he is at his lowest weight since he was 18 – as Roy Jones Jr hailed the two as ‘freaks’.
      The American boxing legends will both come out of retirement on November 28, for an eight-round exhibition bout.

      Mike Tyson revealed he is at his lowest weight since he was 18Credit: Instagram @cannon_briggs

      Tyson pictured in 1995 before fighting Peter McNeeley in Las VegasCredit: Reuters

      It comes 15 years after Tyson quit the sport following two dismal defeats.
      But the 54-year-old is adamant he has rolled back the clock, and weighs the same as when he made his debut at 15st 2lbs.
      Tyson said: “The last time I was this weight was 17 or 18 years old
      “I’m really happy with everything I’ve been doing, it’s down to confidence and self affirmation.

      “It’s amazing, I’m just ready to do this. I can’t explain it in words.
      “I’m going to go as long as this is working. My legend is going to be that I gave a lot more than I took.”
      Tyson tipped the scales at 16.6st in his last five, in 2005 against Kevin McBride.
      But he has dramatically transformed his body since picking up the gloves to train again, later releasing viral videos on the pads.

      Jones, 51, – who only retired in 2018 – was left stunned by Tyson’s speed and power from the clips he has watched.
      He said: “I think he looked awesome. He looked very good. I was really proud to see him bounce back the way he did.
      “Most guys, at 54, they start counting themselves out. When I came in at 32 years old, you are considered an old guy.
      “You couldn’t box anymore. Now to see Mike hit the body bag like that, the way he is doing it. It’s phenomenal. It’s crazy. We are freaks.”

      Mike Tyson gives his reasons for returning to the ring More

    • 200 Shares109 Views

      in Boxing

      Anthony Joshua warns old sparring partner Dereck Chisora ‘carries one-shot knockout power’ to stun Oleksandr Usyk

      by

      ANTHONY JOSHUA has warned old sparring partner Dereck Chisora ‘carries one-shot knockout power’ to stun Oleksandr Usyk.
      Chisora faces former undisputed cruiserweight king Usyk in a heavyweight headliner tonight.

      Anthony Joshua warned Dereck Chisora ‘carries one-shot knockout power’ to stun Oleksandr UsykCredit: Refer to Caption

      Former undisputed cruiserweight king Usyk faces Chisora in a heavyweight headlinerCredit: ©Mark Robinson Ltd

      The British veteran, 36, heads into the fight as the betting underdog.
      But unified champion Joshua – who grew up sparring Chisora as amateur’s at Finchley – knows his pal has the power to upset the odds.
      He told Sky Sports: “I’ve sparred Derek since I was 18. A strong man.
      “If he does land? Look at Dereck’s knockouts – they aren’t when he lands five shots then the ref jumps in.

      “Boom! Artur Szpilka.
      “Boom! Carlos Takam.
      “He hit them with one shot and knocked them out. You can see he carries one-shot knockout power.”
      Usyk, 33, is currently Joshua’s WBO mandatory challenger, and will defend the status against Chisora.

      It means Chisora could end up in the ring with 31-year-old AJ in an unlikely world title shot if he shocks Usyk.
      His manager David Haye told iFL TV: “I’ve written a letter to Paco [Valcarcel], the president of the WBO, stating that Dereck should be, by beating the mandatory, he should become mandatory himself.
      “There’s only so many times he can go to the well. If there’s ever a chance for him to get a world title shot, it’s off the back of this victory.
      “We believe common sense will prevail and that the WBO, a great organisation that Dereck has worked closely with for many years, this is his opportunity.” More

    • 163 Shares139 Views

      in Boxing

      Bellew unimpressed as Usyk mentions knockdown from 2018 fight during Chisora press conference

      by

      TONY BELLEW was furious with Oleksandr Usyk – after the Ukrainian mentioned his 2018 KO of the Scouser in his press conference ahead of his clash with Derek Chisora.
      Former heavyweight champ Bellew was put on the canvas by Usyk when they fought at cruiserweight two years ago.

      Oleksandr Usyk puts Tony Bellew on the canvas back in 2018Credit: Reuters

      The punch from Oleksandr Usyk which put down Tony Bellew in their cruiserweight clash in 2018Credit: PA:Press Association

      Bellew reacted badly when Usyk mentioned the knockdown.
      Usyk, 33, knocked Bellew sparko with one powerful punch in the eighth round.
      The Ukrainian defended his undisputed WBA, WBC, IBF and WBO titles against Bellew in Manchester.
      Questions have been asked whether Usyk has the power at heavyweight to step up and beat Chisora tonight.

      But Usyk reckoned the way he dispatched Bellew shows he has the power to make the step up.
      Promotor Eddie Hearn told Usyk: “David Haye said you don’t have the power at heavyweight.
      “Do you believe that you can stop Dereck Chisora on Saturday night and end this fight inside the distance?”
      Usyk responded through his translator: “Ask Tony Bellew.”

      Bellew, 37, was in the conference room at the time and looked annoyed.
      But the Scouser later said: “It doesn’t aggravate me, it’s fact.
      “Can’t deny it, can I? The whole world’s seen it. He starched me, for six seconds, then I was back up.”

      Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr hit out at fight rounds being just two-minutes long and blast ‘it cheats the fans’ More

    • 263 Shares109 Views

      in Boxing

      Floyd Mayweather ‘100% sure’ he will never fight as a pro again but is ‘absolutely’ open for exhibitions with UFC stars

      by

      FLOYD MAYWEATHER is ‘100 per cent sure’ he will NEVER fight as a professional boxer again – but is open for exhibitions with UFC stars.
      The American legend retired in 2017 after beating former UFC champion Conor McGregor.

      Floyd Mayweather is ‘100 per cent sure’ he will never fight as a professional boxer againCredit: AP:Associated Press

      Mayweather retired in 2017 after beating former UFC champion Conor McGregorCredit: USA Today Sports

      He did return a year later for a one round demolition job against featherweight kickboxer Tenshin Nasukawa in Japan.
      Now, the 43-year-old stated he could fight once more, but ruled out returning to challenge the best boxing has to offer.
      Instead, Mayweather is ‘absolutely’ willing to get in the ring for another exhibition bout or against an MMA fighter.
      He told CNN: “As of right now, I’m doing exhibitions. I’m 100 per cent sure that I’m not fighting against any boxer anymore.

      “So, that’s out of the question. I mean, just my faculties mean a lot to me.
      “Money don’t make me, I make money and my health is more important than money.
      “As far as me doing exhibitions and me fighting MMA guys, will I do that in a boxing ring? Absolutely.”
      Mayweather last November announced online that he was ‘coming out of retirement’ and would work with UFC boss Dana White on a comeback.

      Mayweather said he would come out of retirement and work with Dana White on a comeback Credit: Splash News

      Khabib revealed he has been approached from the Middle East to fight Mayweather Credit: Getty Images – Getty

      The two are still in talks, and Mayweather has been teasing a return having continued to train in his Las Vegas gym.
      UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov revealed he has been approached to fight the 50-0 icon in the Middle East.
      Mayweather previously talked up a fight with Khabib, 32, or rematching McGregor, also 32, but wanted £230million for each bout.
      The former five-division champion and also promoter, has kept a good relationship with White, opening the door for another crossover event.
      Mayweather said: “I take my hat off to everybody that’s in combat sports, I respect all combat sports, I love the competitors, I love the guys.
      “Dana White is doing a helluva’ job, I want to say tell Dana to keep up the good work.
      “I actually have a guy that’s in combat sports that’s in the UFC. Of course, I’m for it all.
      “In the past, me and Dana have bumped heads but that’s a part of life. You go through ups and downs but we live, we learn and we laugh.”

      Floyd Mayweather shows he’s still in shape by having some fun with a jump rope More

    • 213 Shares109 Views

      in Boxing

      Tuerano Johnson’s lip split in HALF by brutal uppercut from Jaime Munguia who wins by technical knock-out

      by

      JAIME MUNGUIA split Tuerano Johnson’s lip in half following a brutal uppercut before being declared the winner.
      The former super-welterweight champion faced Johnson in his second fight at middleweight.

      Tuerano Johnson’s lip was split in half following a brutal uppercut

      Jaime Munguia was declared the winner following the brutal uppercut

      And the 24-year-old proved he carried the power up a division after landing a perfectly timed uppercut in round six.
      As Johnson was pushing the Munguia back to the ropes, he walked onto a right uppercut that came right up the middle.
      He took the shot and continued to walk forward until the referee spotted the gash and stopped the fight.
      The ringside doctor then took a look at Johnson’s lip, now sliced in two, and deemed the Bahamian, 36, unable to continue.

      As it was a punch that caused the cut, not an accidental headbutt, Munguia was awarded a technical knockout win.
      Replays afterwards revealed Johnson’s lip split open and gushing with blood.
      After moving to 36–0, Munguia called to fight WBC champion Jermall Charlo or WBO titleist Demetrius Andrade.

      He said: “I see myself as one of the best at 160 pounds. So, yes, I would take a challenge against any of them.

      “Charlo, it would be a more exciting fight with a bigger sow. It would lead to a more complicated fight with Andrade, but I would fight either of them.
      “I was very anxious for this fight, and I really learned a lot from this fight.
      “But with this, I’m ready for a title shot at 160 pounds.”

      Gervonta Davis vs Leo Santa Cruz – UK start time, TV channel, live stream, undercard and head-to-head More

    • 213 Shares189 Views

      in Boxing

      Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr: Date, UK start time, TV channel, live stream, undercard, fight rules

      by

      BOXING icons Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr are preparing to do battle in a spectacular exhibition fight.
      The 54-year-old Tyson will face Jones, 51, in a long-awaited bout, with the Baddest Man on the Planet dropping an incredible SIX stone to get in shape.

      How Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr match up

      The California State Commission say the exhibition bout will be fought under the rules that both men will not look for the knock-out and will instead “exhibit” their skills, but both fighters have come out and said the contrary.
      When is Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr?
      The big fight is now set for Thanksgiving Weekend – Saturday, November 28 at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.
      It was originally set to take place on September 12 but the event has been postponed until later in the year.
      The undercard is expected to start at 9pm ET which is 1am GMT and the main event will follow between 4am and 5am GMT.
      The legends are set to eight rounds in the ring, with Youtube star Jake Paul and NBA star Nate Robinson confirmed for the undercard.

      Iron Mike Tyson is set to return to the ring for the epic fightCredit: Getty

      What live stream and TV channel is Tyson vs Jones Jr on? 
      BT Sport Box Office will be broadcasting the fight in the UK.
      Coverage begins at 8pm ET, which is midnight in UK. The undercard is set to start from 1am GMT.
      The social media site Triller will also be airing the PPV fight.
      Emmy-winner Mario Lopez hosts the show, and musical acts will be announced for performances too.
      Who is on the Tyson vs Jones Jr undercard?
      YouTuber Jake Paul leads the way on the four-fight card when he takes on ex-NBA star Nate Robinson.
      Elsewhere KSI’s trainer Viddal Riley is also in action as is former super-middleweight champion Badou Jack.
      Tyson vs Jones Jr
      Badou Jack vs Blake McKernan
      Jake Paul vs Nate Robinson
      Viddal Riley vs Rashad Coulter

      What are the rules of the fight?
      The fight will be contested over eight, two-minute rounds.

      No headguards will be worn but the fighters will be wearing larger 12-ounce gloves.
      Technically the fight can only be stopped if there is a knock-out, but California State Athletic Commission executive director Andy Forster said he will stop it as soon as a cut appears.
      Forster said: “Tyson and Jones Jr. won’t be wearing headgear for the fight. They’ll be lacing up 12-ounce gloves and there won’t be any judges present at the fight to score the action. So, technically, there won’t be a winner unless a knockout somehow occurs, or either fighter is deemed unfit to continue.
      “They can move around and make some money, but I told them if you get cut, it’s over.”

      Roy Jones Jr, 51, last fought only two years ago
      What have they said?
      Mike Tyson: “We’re throwing punches at each other. This is going to be my definition of fun … broken eye sockets, broken jaw, broken rib. That’s fun to me.”
      Roy Jones Jr: “He’s still Mike Tyson, he’s still one of the strongest, most explosive people who ever touched a boxing ring. If anything, I made a mistake going in with him. He’s the bigger guy, he’s the explosive guy. He’s going to have all the first-round fireworks, not me. I do have first-round fireworks, but he’s known for more first-round fireworks than anybody to ever touch boxing, other than maybe George Foreman.” More

    • 188 Shares99 Views

      in Boxing

      Inside Dereck Chisora’s farm where heavyweight hardman winds down feeding his cows after brutal battles

      by

      DERECK CHISORA is as comfortable mucking out horses as he is knocking out opponents.
      After a controversial early career infamous for almost as many rucks outside the ring as in it, the 36-year-old Brit banger has swapped the red mist in the ring, for the green, green grass of home.

      Dereck Chisora likes to unwind after gritty fights in the ring at his farmCredit: Mark Robinson

      Chisora owns the farm, set just outside of North LondonCredit: Mark Robinson

      Chisora, pictured here with David Haye, vowed to have his daughter grow up surrounded by animalsCredit: Mark Robinson

      Chisora can unwind on his farm after his heavyweight fightsCredit: Mark Robinson

      The Zimbabwe-born heavyweight – who faces Oleksandr Usyk on Saturday –  lives on a farm on the edge of North London after vowing to bring his daughter up surrounded by animals.
      Back in 2017, just as he moved into the leafy lair, Old McDel Boy told SunSport: “I live on a farm right now. I have horses, cows, chickens and pigs.
      “I grew up on a farm and wanted to make my daughter grow up on one. I look after the horses and animals but I am not a softy.
      “I said before we moved there that I could live happily in a little apartment and be like the rest of most people.

      “But I can go and live on a farm and give my daughter so much space and one day she can say she grew up on a farm. I am doing that for her.”
      The down-to-earth slugger has always been clever with his money and investing in the farm for his pride and joy looks a knockout investment.
      Chisora said: “Being a father changed me, my little girl drives me insane.
      “She does her own thing, sometimes I think if I left the house she would not even be bothered.

      Chisora is happy to relax with his cows after a day of training in the gymCredit: Mark Robinson

      “When I am training I don’t need money, I just need my car full of petrol.
      “All my meals are prepared and delivered. That’s all I need.
      “I still give myself pocket money to keep myself sensible and grounded.
      “It used to be £60-a-week but now it’s more like £400. I have upgraded myself.”

      Chisora faces Ukrainian great Oleksandr Usyk at Wembley Arena on SaturdayCredit: Mark Robinson

      Chisora enjoys his farm life away from the ringCredit: Mark Robinson

      As well as cows, Chisora has chickens, pigs and horses on his farmCredit: Mark Robinson

      Usyk vs Chisora – UK start time, TV channel, live stream, date, ring walk and undercard for heavyweight fight More