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      Jake Paul to refund over $1.5MILLION worth of tickets as reason for Amanda Serrano’s shock fight withdrawal is revealed

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      JAKE PAUL will refund over $1.5million worth of tickets after Amanda Serrano was dramatically forced out of her fight at the last minute. The Puerto Rican icon was due to make her San Juan homecoming in an undisputed featherweight title defence against Nina Meinke.Amanda Serrano was left in tears after pulling out of her fight with Nina MeinkeCredit: ReutersJake Paul consoling SerranoCredit: GettyHer YouTuber-turned boxer manager and promoter Paul knocked out Ryan Bourland in round one of the co-headliner.But news began to trickle in that Serrano, 35, had suffered an eye injury that would sensationally force her out of the fight.And following Paul’s first-round knockout, she entered the ring wearing glasses to cover her face looking devastated.Serrano was evidently heartbroken as she confirmed doctors refused to rule her fit to fight meaning she had to withdraw at the last minute.READ MORE IN BOXINGAddressing the crowd, she said: “I came ready to fight, 100 per cent I came to show my fans a great show.“But the doctor didn’t clear me because I had something wrong with my eye. “I had my hair done a couple of days ago, as you can see, the doctor didn’t clear me to fight. I wanted to fight for my people.”Serrano, 35, burst into tears while being consoled by Paul, 27, who spoke out to address the crowd. Most read in BoxingHe said: “I know there’s people booing but Amanda came to fight, put in a hard camp but the doctors wouldn’t let her move forward because of her eye.“Her cornea was exposed as she was failing some eye tests she wasn’t able to fight.Jake Paul knocks out Ryan Bourland in round one“She did everything to make it happen and this happened super, super last minute.“We did everything in our power to continue to keep the fight happening but the doctors wouldn’t allow it.“And her cornea was exposed and you can’t risk losing your eyesight forever for just a fight.”Paul and his business partner Nakisa Bidarian confirmed the record-breaking $1.5m gate would all be refunded. Bidarian said: “Jake and I and Amanda have made the decision, 100 per cent of the $1,511,000 will be refunded to all fans in attendance who seek a refund.” And Bidarian revealed how Serrano’s hair appointment two days out from the fight ultimately caused the freak injury. He added: “What happened there was on Thursday night, Amanda Serrano had her hair done. CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”On Friday, while going on a run, a chemical went into her eye that is why at the weigh in she was wearing glasses. “We were trying to determine what happened. She visited a doctor Friday evening and throughout all of Saturday we were trying to get her eye to a place that she was comfortable fighting. “She came to the arena to fight and when the commission’s medical doctors examined her, they said she was unfit to fight. “The commission would not allow her to enter the ring and do what she wanted to do most which was fight in front of her fans on this island.” READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd opponent Meinke wished Serrano as she said: “I’m absolutely gutted. I hope Amanda will be well and recovers soon.“Quick recovery for you Amanda, I’m ready, I’m waiting for you, I’m ready when you are.Nakisa Bidarian consoles SerranoCredit: GettyPaul had made light work of Bourland earlier on More

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      Ryan Garcia says he ‘f***ed up’ by introducing Jake Paul to boxing and calls out YouTube star for ‘disrespecting’ sport

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      RYAN GARCIA said he “f***ed up” by introducing Jake Paul to boxing and blasted him for “disrespecting” the sport. Garcia hit out on X following the YouTuber-turned boxer’s first-round knockout of 17-2 Ryan Bourland. Ryan Garcia said he ‘f***ed up’ by introducing Jake Paul to boxingCredit: GettyJake Paul celebrates knocking out Ryan BourlandCredit: GettyHe said: “I can’t do this s***. I feel so f***ing bad for introducing Jake Paul to boxing. I f***ed up. I can’t allow this to happen.“He’s disrespecting my sport, he’s disrespecting everything. Call my team, Jake. F*** you.”Paul, 27, and Garcia, 25, had similar circles of friends while living in Los Angeles and even filmed content together. Barring a few rehearsed fall outs, the two have been largely supportive of each other. READ MORE IN BOXINGSo Paul was left bemused by Garcia’s social media slam but refused to rule out a future fight between them. He said: “Ryan, I love you, you know that bro but you gotta chill out, bro. “Because there’s a line and you just seem like you’re losing your mind acting thirsty, desperate, saying you’re a billionaire when you had one money fight. “I’m just saying, chill bro. But if you do want to fight, that to me is light work. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”You’ve got no footwork and for as long as you’ve been in the game, I’m a better boxer than you.” Paul improved to 9-1 as a boxer with Tommy Fury, 24, the only man to beat him following his split-decision win in Saudi Arabia last year. Amanda Serrano left in tears after emotionally pulling out of fight just minutes beforehand with freak eye injuryMeanwhile Garcia returns on April 20 in his first world title fight, against old amateur rival and pound-for-pound star Devin Haney, 25, in New York. The American lost for the first time last year to Gervonta Davis, 29, in a blockbuster bout he claimed earned him $30million (£24m). Meanhiile, Paul’s co-headliner Amanda Serrano was forced to pull out of her fight last night with a bizzare injury that left her promoters promising fans a full refund.Devin Haney facing off with GarciaCredit: Getty More

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      Amanda Serrano left in tears after emotionally pulling out of fight just minutes beforehand with freak eye injury

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      AMANDA SERRANO was left in floods of tears after emotionally pulling out of her fight with just minutes to go due to a freak eye injury. The Puerto Rican icon was due to make her San Juan homecoming in an undisputed featherweight title defence against Nina Meinke. Amanda Serrano had to pull out of her fight just moment beforehandCredit: GettySerrano suffered a freak eye injuryCredit: GettyJake Paul was on hand to console SerranoCredit: ReutersHer YouTuber-turned boxer manager and promoter Jake Paul knocked out Ryan Bourland in round one of the co-headliner. But news began to trickle in that Serrano had suffered an eye injury that would sensationally force her out of the fight. And following Paul’s first-round knockout, she entered the ring wearing glasses to cover her face looking devastated. Serrano was evidently heartbroken as she confirmed doctors refused to rule her fit to fight meaning she had to withdraw at the last minute. READ MORE IN BOXINGShe said: “I came ready to fight, 100 per cent I came to show my fans a great show.“But the doctor didn’t clear me because I had something wrong with my eye. “I had my hair done a couple of days ago, as you can see, the doctor didn’t clear me to fight. I wanted to fight for my people.”Serrano, 35, burst into tears while being consoled by Paul, 27, who spoke out to address the crowd. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe said: “I know there’s people booing but Amanda came to fight, put in a hard camp but the doctors wouldn’t let her move forward because of her eye.“Her cornea was exposed as she was failing some eye tests she wasn’t able to fight.Jake Paul knocks out Ryan Bourland in round one“She did everything to make it happen and this happened super, super last minute.“We did everything in our power to continue to keep the fight happening but the doctors wouldn’t allow it.“And her cornea was exposed and you can’t risk losing your eyesight forever for just a fight.”Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions announced fans will be given a 100 per cent refund. And opponent Meinke wished Serrano as she said: “I’m absolutely gutted. I hope Amanda will be well and recovers soon.“Quick recovery for you Amanda, I’m ready, I’m waiting for you, I’m ready when you are.“I hope this fight will happen. I don’t want anyone here to come for nothing.”READ MORE SUN STORIESSerrano’s other manager Nakisa Bidarian revealed Serrano had her hair done on Thursday but on a run on Friday chemicals seeped into her eye on a run. And following a medical examination, officials deemed her unfit to fight, with MVP to refund over $1million worth of tickets. More

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      Jake Paul APOLOGISES to fans after knocking out Ryan Bourland in round one… before calling out Canelo Alvarez

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      JAKE PAUL apologised to fans after knocking out Ryan Bourland in the first round… before calling out Canelo Alvarez. The YouTuber-turned prizefighter made his return to the ring on the undercard of Amanda Serrano’s Puerto Rico homecoming. Jake Paul knocked out Ryan Bourland in round oneCredit: GettyJake Paul punches Bourland to the floorCredit: GettyThe YouTube star improves to 9-1Credit: ReutersHe came into the bout off a first round KO of Andre August in December, the first professional boxer he defeated on his record. Bourland with a 17-2 record looked on paper to be the toughest test of Paul’s career but in reality it was another write off. Paul, 27, wasted no time in going after it from the first bell and following an onslaught in the corner, Bourland, 35, dropped to the floor before the referee stepped in. The American social media sensation was heard apologising to the camera after the two-minute whitewash. READ MORE IN BOXINGAnd he said in the ring afterwards: “I wanted it to be a little longer to give the fans some more time.” Paul improved his record to 9-1 with Tommy Fury, 24, the only man to defeat him following a split-decision in Saudi Arabia last year. And he sensationally called out four-division champion Canelo, 33, to renew one of boxing’s fiercest rivalries after Bourland failed to challenge him. Paul said: “I mean, he was supposed to give it to me, right?Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”This guy has 19 fights, he’s super experienced so I guess we’ve just got to step it up even way more.”But I’m ready, I’m ready for the big leagues. I’m getting sharp, this is my life now and like I said, I’m on the road to world champion and hey Canelo, stop ducking.Amanda Serrano left in tears after emotionally pulling out of fight just minutes beforehand with freak eye injury”I know you want it, I know you want it and I’m repping Puerto Rico, you’re repping Mexico so it’s Puerto Rico vs Mexico.” Paul looks set for a quick turnaround with a summer return and claimed he is the new top dog of the sport. He said: “I want Canelo, I want all the biggest names. Like I said, I’m the face of this sport. Truly. Who’s doing more for boxing than me?”I keep on proving myself, time and time again, the most followed boxer, the most viral KOs period and that’s just facts, no one can deny that.”I’m here to stay, I’m a staple in this game and man, I really want all the smoke so whoever is out there, let’s get it popping.”Paul was due to act as a co-headliner to Puerto Rican icon Serrano. But the women’s boxing pioneer was dramatically forced to pull out just moments before her fight with Nina Meinke. Fans were assured they would receive a full refund as Serrano emotionally addressed the fans in floods of tears, consoled by Paul.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt then emerged she had to pull out due to injury caused by a chemical used on her hair getting in her eyes when she got it done on Thursday.Jake Paul celebrates his stoppage victoryCredit: GettyAmanda Serrano was in tears after pulling out of her fightCredit: Getty More

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      Jake Paul vs Ryan Bourland LIVE RESULTS: Ring-walk time for Problem Child’s return, Serrano in main event – updates

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      JAKE PAUL makes his return to the ring this evening in a clash against unknown entity Ryan Bourland. The Problem Child has beaten both Nate Diaz and Andre August since his loss to Tommy Fury last year, but 17-2 Bourland will be hoping to put a stop to his career resurgence tonight in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
      Ring-walk time: 2.30am GMT/9.30pm ET
      Stream/TV: DAZN
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      Hello and welcome to SunSport’s coverage of Jake Paul vs Ryan Bourland!
      Paul is looking to add another win to his 8-1 record as his continues his fanciful dream of winning a world title one day.
      The Problem Child takes on Bourland, who has an impressive winning record of 17-2 himself, but is largely an unknown opponent.
      The fight will be on the undercard of Amanda Serrano’s clash with Nina Meinke in Puerto Rico.
      Paul has said that after this fight he’ll look to do another one on non-PPV, his third in a row, before moving back into fights with bigger names.
      But first he must come through a determined Bourland at Puerto Rico’s capital.
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      ‘He’s got this massive toolbox’ – Anthony Joshua’s trainer reveals how Brit can beat ‘serious threat’ Francis Ngannou

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA’S trainer has warned the Brit over the “serious threat” posed by Francis Ngannou.Ben Davison will be in AJ’s corner for the stunning crossover fight later this month.Anthony Joshua has been sent a warning ahead of his fight with Francis NgannouCredit: AFPBen Davison has revealed how AJ can triumph against the UFC legendCredit: Youtube – OneOnOneBoxingHe has worked with some of boxing’s top superstars, including Tyson Fury.And the respected coach is now looking to help Joshua rebuild his career after the Brit lost his world heavyweight titles to Oleksandr Usyk in 2021.AJ’s last fight saw him cruise to an impressive win over Otto Wallin in December.And he now faces a tricky test against UFC king Ngannou, who controversially lost to Fury in his first-ever boxing match last year.READ MORE IN BOXINGDavison admits he has told AJ not to treat Ngannou lightly.The boxing expert fears the MMA star’s general fighting skills will serve him well in the ring again.But Davison reckons that Joshua can get victory by utilising his own “tool box” correctly.He told the One on One podcast: “(Ngannou) is a fighter, he’s a novice boxer, but he’s a fighter. He’s had plenty of fights and he’s had a boxing contest at the highest level.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“He’s a serious threat, we’re treating it like a serious threat, we’re treating it like, ‘this is Ngannou, we need to be on it’.“Physicality wise, you couldn’t pick two other guys that you think, ‘I hope it’s not him’, in the playground or the bar!Anthony Joshua v Francis Ngannou Knockout Chaos fight preview with Sun Sport panel ANTHONY JOSHUA VS FRANCIS NGANNOU: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE CROSSOVER BOUT“As well as the fact that he’s a skilled trained fighter, now a boxer who has boxed at the highest level…“He had (MMA) fights where he’s won the world heavyweight title, he’s had a step up boxing at world level.“How can you not call him world level? You’ve got to consider him that, we certainly are anyway.”As for how AJ can emerge triumphant, Davison added: “It’s less adding (tools), more understanding“He’s already got this massive toolbox, it’s more a case of, ‘you know this tool, did you know it can be used for this as well?’“I don’t like the whole ‘rejuvenated AJ’, all we’ve done is help him understand his own tools and select the right tools for the job.” More

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      Elle Brooke strips to racy lingerie and leather boots to show off her F1 team colours as fans say ‘smoking hot’

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      ELLE Brooke has given fans a clue to who she will be following as the Formula One season gets underway.Max Verstappen and Co took to the race track in Bahrain for the opening race of the calendar on Saturday.Elle Brooke gave fans a clue to who she will be following in Formula OneCredit: InstagramIn a racy photoshoot, Brooke revealed she was a Ferrari fanCredit: RexSCROLL DOWN FOR MORE ELLE BROOKE PICSAnd the OnlyFans model has made it very clear who she is backing in a glam photoshoot.Brooke shared a snap on Instagram to her near one million followers wearing sexy red lingerie.If that wasn’t a big enough hint, a baseball cap she wore totally gave the game away.The red baseball cap featured the famous Ferrari emblem on the front, making it clear that’s what her F1 colours are.Brooke captioned the racy photo: “Forza Ferrari let’s goooo 🔥”And it drew plenty of reaction from her fans online.One wrote: “Smoking hot.”A second posted: “Wow wow.”Most read in BoxingA third shared: “Man City and Ferrari? Damn, marry me?”While a fourth added: “Gimme gimme.”Elle Brooke almost pops out of ‘too small’ bikini and says her boobs are ‘bigger than I thought’Brooke has made no secret of her love of Ferrari in the past.In fact, in an interview with Piers Morgan last year she alluded to the fact that it was her dream car.When the talk show host quizzed her about her she would explain her career to any children she have, Brooke gave a cheeky response.She shocked the journalist saying: “I don’t really want kids right now… They can cry in a Ferrari.”More glam photos of Elle belowBlonde bombshell Brooke has made a name for herself on OnlyFansCredit: @ellebrookeukAway from social media, Brooke has enjoyed boxing fame through Misfits BoxingCredit: GettyBrooke is also a football fan and supports Manchester CityCredit: Instagram / @thedumbledongBrooke shows off her amazing figure in sexy lingerieCredit: Instagram / @thedumbledongOn social media Brooke isn’t afraid to shock her followersCredit: TikTok/@iamellebrookeBrooke has revealed in the past her dream car is a FerrariCredit: twitter @ellebrookUKElle Brooke bikini try onCredit: instagram @thedumbledongElle Brooke sizzles in outrageous see-through lingerie as OnlyFans star and boxer shows off her curves,Credit: Instagram More

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      Jake Paul vs Ryan Bourland prize money: How much is the Problem Child making for fight?

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      JAKE Paul is a massive draw in the world of YouTube boxing.But in his upcoming fight against Ryan Bourland, he’s making his first appearance on an undercard — here we check out the purse for the highly anticipated bout.Jake Paul v Ryan “The Rhino” Bourland posterCredit: DAZNWhat is the prize money for the Jake Paul vs Ryan Bourland fight?In his boxing career so far, The Problem Child’s only defeat came at the hands of Tommy Fury in February 2023.Since then, Paul beat Nate Diaz and knocked out Andre August.His next fight against Bourland — an ex-Golden Gloves champion and junior Olympic boxer who hung up his gloves and swapped the sport for working on oil rigs in 2018 — who has a record of 17-2.And although a lot of people have suggested Paul is all about the money, this time he’s fighting for experience and donating his prize money to charity.READ MORE ON BOXINGPaul released a statement on Instagram saying: “I’m fighting for experience, not for the money, and to show my love for this beautiful island (Puerto Rico), I’ll be donating my entire fight purse from this event to my non-profit Boxing Bullies to help renovate gyms across Puerto Rico.”Meanwhile, Bourland’s official purse is unknown.When is the Jake Paul vs Ryan Bourland fight?The Jake Paul vs Ryan Bourland fight is on the undercard of Amanda Serrano’s featherweight bout against Nina Meinke — on on Saturday March 2, 2024.The venue for the event is the Coliseo de Puerto Rico in San Juan, Puerto Rico, and will be shown live on DAZN.Most read in BoxingThe ring-walks for Paul and Bourland are expected to commence at around 3am UK time (Sunday morning), and 10pm ET (Saturday night).The main card is set to begin at 12am GMT in the UK, and 7pm ET in the US.Here is every fight scheduled to take place in Puerto Rico:
      MAIN EVENT: Amanda Serrano vs Nina Meinke — for the IBF, WBO, WBA, and IBO Women’s Featherweight titles
      Jake Paul vs Ryan Bourland
      Jonathan Gonzalez vs Rene Santiago — for the WBO light-flyweight title
      Christopher Diaz vs Headley Scott
      Pedro Marquez Medina vs Brandon Valdes
      Elijah Flores vs Alejandro Munera
      Krystal Rosado-Ortiz vs Gloria Munguilla
      Javon Walton vs Joshua Torres
      Jake Paul steps into the ring with his social media clout, but let’s not mistake followers for experience or skillRyan BourlandSpeaking about the facing the Problem Child, Bourland said: “Jake Paul steps into the ring with his social media clout, but let’s not mistake followers for experience or skill.”While he’s been busy chasing likes, I’ve been honing my craft for years, stepping into the ring and beating real boxers.”On Saturday, March 2 I will shock the world and put an end to Jake Paul’s boxing career.”Jake Paul’s MMA promoters CONFIRM stunning two-fight offer to Tommy Fury for trilogy series worth over £15mHow can you watch the Jake Paul vs Ryan Bourland fight?Paul vs Bourland will be aired live on DAZN in the UK and the US as part of your subscription.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, which you can cancel at any time.It is also possible to pay £99.99 for the year upfront — this is the least expensive option.The fight is available for live streaming on your mobile or tablet device from the DAZN app as well.DAZN 1 HD is on Sky channel 429.Has Jake Paul fought Ryan Bourland before?Youtuber-turned-boxer Paul holds an 8-1 record, including five knockouts.He has not faced Bourland before.In his fight announcement, Paul said: “The goal is simple, build the skillset to become world champion.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Next up is a guy who has twice as many professional fights under his belt than I do. Ryan “The Rhino” Bourland.”And just like the animal in his bone-chilling nickname… he is also endangered.” More