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      Anthony Joshua makes decision on next fight throwing Daniel Dubois rematch into doubt

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA’S rematch against Daniel Dubois has been thrown into doubt after the ace made a huge decision regarding his next fight.The heavyweight ace, 35, is still reeling from September’s defeat against his British rival in front of a record 96,000 crowd at Wembley.Anthony Joshua’s rematch against Daniel Dubois has been thrown into doubtCredit: GettyAJ was KO’d by Dubois in the fifth round of their Wembley battleCredit: GettyJoshua was KO’d in the fifth round by Dubois, having already been put down several times throughout the fight.The huge occasion saw AJ miss the chance to win back his IBF heavyweight title.And boxing fans have been waiting ever since for Joshua to announce details of his rematch with Dubois in either the UK or Saudi Arabia.Boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh had proposed a date on February 22, with Dubois eager to get back into the ring as soon as possible.READ MORE IN BOXINGBut Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn has poured cold water on a fight in early 2025.And a rematch against Dubois looks to be in serious doubt, with Hearn adding that Joshua is not expected to lace up his gloves until next summer at the earliest.After being asked by a fan on Instagram how long AJ would be resting for, Hearn said: “He had five fights in 18 months, he will be fine. Back in the summer.”That lengthy wait does not work for Dubois, who is eager to defend his belt after a dominant performance in London.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSLast week, his promoter Barry Hearn said: “I don’t see (AJ) happening next. We’re looking at a couple of things at the moment and we’ll make a decision.“I was hoping we’d get it down fairly quickly but we won’t. Soon we’ll be in a position where we can close on something, we’re talking to a few other guys.Eddie Hearn provides update on Anthony Joshua’s next fight with two names eyed “I’m hearing that he’s injured. Whatever it is, if things are going to happen, they happen.“It’s taken a while to feel like it won’t happen and unless I get a phone call saying it’s on, then we’ve got to make some decisions.“We’re in the Daniel Dubois business. He’s the champion, he’s the guy who matters to me. “February is when I want to get him out, and he wants to be out.”How AJ punched his way to the topANTHONY JOSHUA punched his way to the top of the world before being knocked off his perch. More

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      Mike Tyson threw up blood before passing out in medical emergency then ignored doctors’ advice NOT to fight Jake Paul

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      MIKE TYSON has opened up on his mile-high medical emergency – which had him throwing up blood and “defecating tar.”The boxing icon was left hospitalised after he fell ill during a flight from Miami to Los Angeles in May.Mike Tyson has revealed the extent of his summer health scareCredit: EPAThe 58-year-old fell ill during a flight from Miami to LACredit: Instagram / @miketysonHis bout against Jake Paul was postponed following the discovery of a stomach ulcerCredit: GettyTyson, 58, had been due to battle YouTuber Jake Paul, 27, just weeks later in a remarkable comeback dust-up. The fight was postponed following the incident and will now be held next weekend.Iron Mike has revealed doctors found a two-and-a-half-inch ulcer in his stomach.Tyson told Netflix: “A week and a half [before the incident] I was training and I was doing great. READ MORE ON MIKE TYSON”Then I started feeling tired. I was explaining to my trainer, I don’t know what is wrong with me. “Coming [to LA] from Miami on the plane, I went to the bathroom and I threw up blood. “The next thing I knew I was on the floor. I was defecating tar.”The upcoming bout was immediately postponed after Tyson’s health scare, with doctors telling him to “take it slow exercise-wise.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA defiant Tyson continued: “I went to the hospital and they found I had an ulcer. It was two and a half inches, it was bleeding. “All my friends were calling me like I was dying. Jake Paul offered WORLD TITLE fight by champ in 2025 if he beats Mike Tyson”I asked the doctor whether I was going to die and she didn’t say no. She said we have options though. That’s when I got nervous.”I just wanted to get out of that f***ing hospital bed. I don’t want to die in a hospital bed. I want to die in the ring.”Tyson and Paul are now due to fight at Dallas’ AT&T Stadium on November 15. Texas Licensing Regulators will assess Iron Mike the day before the bout to check he is medically fit to fight as a pro. Iron Mike and Paul will now do battle on November 15 – if doctors give Tyson the green lightCredit: GettyJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTThe fight – which is being streamed live on Netflix – could be downgraded from a professional bout to an exhibition depending on the result of Tyson’s scan.And it could even be cancelled entirely if doctors are worried about the heavyweight icon’s well-being. Tyson last stepped into the ring in an exhibition against Roy Jones Jr. in November 2020. Mike 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. Before that, the former heavyweight’s last professional fight was a TKO loss to Kevin McBride in June 2005.Nicknamed The Baddest Man on the Planet, Tyson is one of the most feared boxers of all time. He reigned as the undisputed world heavyweight champion from 1987 to 1990, before retaking the WBA crown in a remarkable comeback six years later.READ MORE SUN STORIESIron Mike won 50 of his 58 bouts, including 44 of those by way of knockout.Paul in the other hand has win ten of his 11 fights, with just one loss to Tommy Fury. More

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      Tyson Fury’s coach and legendary boxing mentor who helped turn him into world champion dies aged 85

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      THE BOXING coach who helped turn Tyson Fury into “The Facebreaker” has died.Dave Stacey, who has died aged 85, was the first coach to teach young Fury boxing at Torbay Amateur Boxing Club, in Devon.The coach helped train Tyson Fury when he was youngerCredit: GettyThe veteran was credited with helping the future champion pick-up the fundamentals during long stints when he stayed with family in the South West.It helped cement the talent that saw him nicknamed “The Facebreaker” after he shattered an opponent’s jaw and eye socket as an amateur.Mike Reardon, the club’s chairman, said Mr Stacey had been the heavyweight’s first coach.He said: “Tyson would have taken part in group sessions for beginners where they learn the basics like stance and how to punch.Read more sport“We have a lot of boys and girls coming and going at the gym and it’s impossible to remember them all, but I think Dave always remembered Tyson because of his size. He was tall for a lad his age.”Fury has said that after his parents separated he spent a lot of time with an auntie and uncle in Torquay.He said in an early interview: “They helped me learn how to read and write. I went swimming and surfing. The first gym I went to was in Torquay.“My dad would hold up his hands and say “one two,” but that was all. He never said he wanted me to box or took me to the gym. Most read in Boxing”He didn’t even know when I first started going to the gym.”The gym where Fury trained was at a former church and Stacey was the head coach there.Fury went on to join Jimmy Egans’s Amateur Boxing Club in Manchester and had his first amateur bout for them when he was 16 years old, in March, 2005.There was a riot after his second amateur bout in Hinckley, Leicestershire, two months later.Dave’s daughter Nicole led tributes, saying: “First and foremost, he was a real family man and was always very proud to tell other people that he felt like the luckiest man in the world to be a husband and father and we really felt that love.”He was a very loyal person and would do absolutely anything for us. People would always describe him as a real character and he was unashamedly himself.“He had the ability to talk to anyone and put them at ease.”If there was a setback of any kind he wouldn’t dwell on it, he would tell people how he felt, pick himself up and take the challenge on. I suppose that’s the boxing mentality and focus.”READ MORE SUN STORIESPaying tribute, a Facebook post from Torbay Boxing Club added: “Torbay ABC are extremely saddened to hear of the passing of Dave Stacey, a highly regarded coach for the club.”RIP Dave you were a true legend.”Dave Stacey pictured alongside Tyson FuryFury trained at Torbay Boxing Club after spending a lot of time with an auntie and uncle in Torquay.Credit: Getty More

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      I sparred Jake Paul for Mike Tyson fight… he paid so well I earned enough money to buy my first house

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      BOXER DeAndre Savage left Jake Paul’s fight camp with enough money to buy himself his first home.Savage was among a group of heavyweights selected by Paul’s coaching team in preparation for his November 15 bout against Mike Tyson.DeAndre Savage sparring Jake PaulSavage bought a house with the money made from sparringThe 34-year-old spent weeks sharing the ring with Paul in the YouTuber-turned-boxer’s Puerto Rico training base.But when he returned home he put the money made from camps with Paul, Jarrell Miller and Andy Ruiz Jr into buying a property.Savage purchased a bungalow that sits on 1.5 acres of land – coincidentally from Paul’s head trainer Theo “Third” Chambers. He told SunSport: “From sparring and being in the camp, I made good money.READ MORE IN BOXING”I made good money with Jake and I’ve been in camp with Big Baby Miller this year and I’ve been with camp with Andy Ruiz, so I just put it all together.”I just finished up camp with Jake Paul, so I just took the money that I made and I bought a house. The house is actually Third’s house.”I just figured while I got the money, I’m gonna do something with it instead of blow the money because most fighters they don’t invest in themselves and they just spend the money and blow the money.”So instead of doing that, I’m gonna invest my money into a house and I’ll be able to look at my house and be like, you know, that’s where my money went.”Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSavage was a late bloomer in the sport, only picking up the gloves aged 25 after leaving behind a career in American football. He had 28 amateur bouts before turning professional in 2021 – since amassing a 6-0 record winning all by knockout.DeAndre Savage2And after meeting with Paul’s coach Chambers in Detroit, he was recruited as a sparring partner. Paul, 27, has ten wins and only a single loss to Tommy Fury, 25, on his boxing record as Savage opened up on being inside his camp. He said: “From the outside looking in and listening to everyone else, the world is not taking Jake serious.”But Jake does work hard and he’s still a little green, so I understand the route that he’s taking.”Fighting the UFC fighters and stuff like that and people that don’t really know how to box because he’s still green.I just finished up camp with Jake Paul, so I just took the money that I made and I bought a house.DeAndre Savage “But, Jake sells out the arena, sells the tickets, he’s doing big things that some people wish that they can do and they can’t do it.”But yeah, Jake worked real hard, work real hard. He got some great moves in the ring.”Paul takes on Tyson, 58, in Texas in a clash that has been criticised due to the 30-year age gap.And even Savage is backing the ageing icon to defeat Paul. He said: “Mike Tyson is up in age. I would like to see Mike come and win again because that’s a top two, top three heavyweight ever.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I would like to see Mike Tyson win but if he don’t knock him out early, Mike’s not gonna win the fight.”If he don’t knock him out in the first two rounds, Mike ain’t gonna win the fight.”Mike Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: Rex More

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      Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson rule changes: How many rounds are there and what size gloves will both boxers use?

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      JAKE PAUL and Mike Tyson are just DAYS away from a blockbuster boxing encounter in Texas – and the rule changes have been revealed!The Problem Child put Mike Terry through six brutal rounds in his last fight which ended with a stoppage win.Jake Paul (L) humiliated Mike Perry (R) in JulyCredit: GettyAnd it helped Paul rebuild his reputation in the ring as it was his third consecutive triumph since losing to Tommy Fury in February 2023.However, the social media sensation now faces a tougher test as he’ll be going up against boxing legend Mike Tyson.Tyson, 58, showed signs of brilliance in his last exhibition bout against Roy Jones Jr.Furthermore, the number of rounds and glove sizes has made this huge Texas event a little more exciting.Read more on Paul vs TysonHow many rounds will there be in Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson?The huge bout between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will be a maximum of eight rounds – two minutes a round.It was initially scheduled for Saturday, July 20 but Tyson had to pause training after an ulcer flare-up earlier this year.However, Iron Mike has insisted he’s back on track to face his social media opponent.Paul has the ability to go eight rounds having gained experience over the years and this was last shown in his six-round knockout win against bareknuckle champion Mike Perry.Most read in BoxingWhat has been said?Boxing legend Mike Tyson revealed the reason for wanting shorter rounds.”I wanted shorter rounds for more action. If we have shorter rounds, we’ll fight more. More action.”I’m just looking forward to this”Forget what my wife and kids are, thinking about just this one moment, just stick with me and don’t feel sorry for me. Don’t worry about me. That’s all.”Forget what my wife and kids are, thinking about just this one moment, just stick with me and don’t feel sorry for me. Don’t worry about me. That’s all.”It has nothing to do with my kids. It’s all about me. Nothing to do [with them]. And sometimes I wonder, is that bad? Is that my ego, where it’s just to hell with everybody, “I don’t care [that] my health is risked or anything, it’s just who I am. They knew I was that way before they married me.Tyson added “They knew I was that way when I had them and then when they were kids, and I’m just going to always be there. I’m always going to test myself. I’m always gonna push the envelope. READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’m always very nervous and apprehensive until it gets closer to the fight.”What size gloves are both boxers using?It has been confirmed that Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will both use 14oz gloves instead of 10oz. More

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      Mike Tyson’s children make their feelings clear on 58-year-old’s controversial boxing return ahead of Jake Paul fight

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      MIKE TYSON’S six kids are seemingly concerned about his fight against Jake Paul.The 58-year-old legend faces the YouTuber-turned-boxer 30 years his junior on November 15 in Texas.Mike Tyson has six children with four different womenCredit: WireImageIron Mike’s comeback fight has been sanctioned and will be his first professional bout in 20 years since a loss to Kevin McBride.And it will be his first time in the ring in four years after drawing an exhibition fight with Roy Jones Jr.Ahead of his last clash, Tyson’s six children were against their father fighting and some of them are even fans of Paul.He said at the time: “My kids think I should sit my old a** down, but what do they know.READ MORE IN BOXING”I’m very confident. They don’t know how to fight, none of my kids can beat me in a fight, so what are they talking about?”Tyson has six kids with four different women named Mikey, 34, Rayna, 28, Amir, 27, Miguel, 22, Milan, 16, and Morocco, 13,Tyson has also previously admitted he does not care about the dangers of stepping in the ring and ignores concerns from his wife Lakiha Spicer, 46, and their kids.He said “Forget everybody else even if they wish I lose, it’s about me doing what I want to do.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUT“Forget what my wife and kids are thinking about just this one moment. “Just stick with me and don’t feel sorry for me. Don’t worry about me. That’s all.Tyson shows off incredible one-year body transformation for Jake Paul fight “It had nothing to do with my kids. It’s all about me.“And sometimes I wonder, is that bad? Is that my ego where it’s just the hell I’m going to do, I don’t care what my health risk is or anything, and it’s just who I am.“They knew I was that way before they married me.”They know I was that way when I had them and when they were kids, and I’m just going to always be there. I’m always going to test myself.”Tyson also said on the Nelk Boys’ podcast: “I mean my whole f***ing family, everybody loves this little white motherf***er [Paul].”“My kids don’t have too much involvement with my boxing career, I’m dad to them.“There’s so many other celebrities they enjoy better than me but I’m dad.” More

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      Conor Benn told he is NOT in clear over drugs ban despite boxer’s claim that he’s free to pursue Eubank Jr grudge fight

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      CONOR BENN has been warned he is not yet in the clear over his drugs ban — despite claims he is free to pursue a grudge fight with Chris Eubank Jr.The Essex welterweight, 28, failed two tests before he was due to fight Eubank Jr in October 2022.Conor Benn has been warned that he is not yet in the clear over his doping banCredit: APBenn, who tested positive for testosterone booster Clomifene, was cleared of intentional doping by the World Boxing Council in 2023.Later that year the National Anti-Doping Panel also cleared him but UK Anti-Doping Panel successfully appealed that decision.Benn yesterday claimed he has been cleared again and wrote: “I am thankful that after an incredibly challenging two years the National Anti-Doping Panel has today finally cleared me of any wrongdoing.“The past 24 months have unquestionably been the toughest fight of my life. READ MORE ON BOXING”A rollercoaster period within which the WBC had already decided that I was innocent and the NADP decided in the first instance that there was no case to answer and I was free to fight.“As someone who is passionate about boxing and an advocate for clean sport, I hope now that I have been cleared it can be understood why I maintained my innocence so strongly throughout.“As a man of God, I bear no ill will toward UKAD or the British Boxing Board of Control.“We have a shared ambition of a clean sport and I look forward to reconciling with the Board and moving forward together.”Most read in BoxingBenn has claimed that he has been ‘cleared of wrongdoing’ with regards to his drugs banCredit: GettyThe UKAD and the Board are now considering another appeal.A UKAD statement read: “UKAD notes that Benn has made public comments today regarding the outcome of proceedings before the independent National Anti-Doping Panel.“The Panel concluded that it was ‘not comfortably satisfied’ that UKAD had proved that Mr Benn had committed an anti-doping rule violation for the use of Clomifene.“The provisional suspension previously in place has been lifted and the charge against him has been consequently dismissed.Watch moment Conor Benn SHOVES Chris Eubank Jr and calls him ‘dead boy walking’ before boxing rivals are separated “UKAD will now carefully review the Panel’s decision in accordance with its appeal rights under the UK Anti-Doping rules.”Benn has had two low-profile bouts in America over the past 14 months but remained outlawed by the BBBC and has no UK licence.Despite claims from Benn’s team they requested private meetings with the BBBC to address his situation, the Board will not share its evidence.But Saudi Arabia’s new powerbroker, Turki Alalshikh, is keen on making the Eubank Jr fight — meeting with Benn and his legendary dad Nigel at a September film premiere.The BBBC, who sanction most of the major shows in Riyadh, remain unwilling to licence the Ilford fighter.Benn is still hoping to take on Chris Eubank JrCredit: Getty More

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      Deji next fight: Who will the YouTube star face on the huge Misfits Qatar Supercard?

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      MISFITS Boxing heads to Qatar for a blockbuster supercard later this month.Bitter enemies Gib and Slim go head-to-head in a huge showdown to top the bill in Doha.Deji returns to Misfits Boxing this monthCredit: @MisfitsBoxingJay Swingler returns to the Misfits scene as he takes on Nich LMAO on the star-studded undercard, which also sees Jarvis face Ben Williams for the MF Welterweight championship.Deji, the brother of KSI, will make a stunning comeback in Qatar after over one year away from boxing.The widely popular YouTuber has not been in action since he beat Swarmz by unanimous decision at Misfits 007.SunSport brings you all the information you need ahead of Deji’s huge return to the ring.READ MORE IN BOXINGWhen is Deji’s next fight and who is the YouTube star taking on?Deji’s next fight will come on the Misfits Qatar Supercard, which will take place on Thursday, November 28.The internet sensation’s rival has not yet been revealed and is currently being dubbed as a ‘mystery opponent’.Some speculation has suggested Deji could face Luis Pineda or have a highly-anticipated rematch with Alex Wassabi.Danny Aarons revealed on a recent live stream that he was offered the Deji fight in Qatar but ultimately turned the fight down due to a lack of notice.Most read in BoxingWhat TV channel will Deji’s next fight be on and can it be live streamed?Deji’s next fight will be shown LIVE on DAZN.The show will begin at around 6pm GMT.You can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £9.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of action.A flexible pass, worth £19.99-a-month, is also available, and you can cancel anytime.You can also pay £99.99 for the year upfront, and this is the lowest cost option.Can you live stream Deji’s next fight?DAZN subscribers can live stream Deji’s next fight via the DAZN app.The DAZN app is available to download for FREE on your mobile or tablet device.Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action via SunSport’s live blog.Who else is on the Misfits Qatar Supercard?AnEsonGib vs. Slim AlbaherSalt Papi vs. King KennyJay Swingler vs. NichLmaoDeji Olatunji vs. TBAJarvis Khattri vs. Ben Williams More