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      British boxer, 21, found dead in hotel room with ‘drug paraphernalia’ next to unconscious Australian star

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      A BRITISH boxer has been found dead in a Thai hotel room reportedly next to drug paraphernalia.The 21-year-old was with Australian Muay Thai star Jayson Tonkin in a room on the fourth floor in the coastal resort city of Pattaya.Muay Thai fighter Jayson Tonkin is in intensive care after being found with ‘drug paraphernalia’Credit: Asia Pacific Press via ViralPressJayson was found with a dead Brit in his hotel roomCredit: Asia Pacific Press via ViralPressCops said the two men were found just after midnight Wednesday with “drug paraphernalia” on the table after staff heard a commotion in the room.On arriving they found Jayson panicking “in a state of severe intoxication” about why the other person was “lying still”, local media reported.The Brit was dead and was shirtless, wearing just black shorts and a waist bag.A police spokesman said: “We have taken photos of the scene and collected all evidence. Read more on boxing”We believe he may have died from a drug overdose based on what we found in the room. “We will question his friend further when he is conscious.”Jayson was later taken to hospital and is currently in the ICU unconscious.Despite that, Thai cops, who take a hard line on drugs, could charge him with consumption or possession leading to up to five years in prison, the Daily Mail reports.Most read in BoxingJayson, originally from Manly in Sydney, moved to Thailand as a teen and had begun fight in Muay Thai bouts.A middleweight Muay Thai fighter nicknamed The Dingo, Jayson opened up about his struggles with drugs – and in particular methamphetamine – in a podcast about mental health made earlier this year.One fight planned for October 20 against WBC Muay Thai world number one middleweight champion, Tengnueng Sitjaesairoong had been cancelled after Monsoon rains had hit the area.The Foreign Office said: “We are supporting the family of a British man who has died in Thailand and are in contact with the local authorities.”Jayson was in Thailand for Muay Thai fightingCredit: Asia Pacific Press via ViralPress More

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      Olympic champ, 53, who David Haye brutally KO’d returns to boxing with emotional statement about ‘facing my demons’

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      AUDLEY HARRISON has announced he is returning to boxing.Harrison became Team GB’s first Olympic boxing champion since 1968 when he returned from Sydney in 2000 with the gold. Audley Harrison announced he is back in boxing as a managerCredit: X/ audleyharrisonDavid Haye knocked out Harrison in 2010Credit: News Group Newspapers LtdBut he could not recreate the same success in the professional ranks, infamously losing by third-round knockout to David Haye in 2010.Harrison retired in 2013 but has now revealed plans to return as a manager after having his licence approved. He posted on social media: “I walked away from boxing for many years … partly because I didn’t want to tell my story, as I didn’t want to face my demons of my past, but life doesn’t work like that, so I’m ready to lift the lid, but not now.”All that knowledge & experience I have hasn’t gone, its been sitting dormant, waiting for me to return to guide that fighter who’s fallen and needs my support to help him rise.READ MORE IN BOXING”Ready like Freddy – its’ time to go. Cheers to me.”Harrison turned pro a year after his Olympic heroics and breezed past his first 19 fights. But the cracks started to appear after suffering consecutive losses to Danny Williams and then Dominick Guinn.Williams lost Commonwealth, European and British heavyweight title fights before challenging for Haye’s world heavyweight championship. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut Harrison only landed ONE single punch the whole bout and his career was left in tatters in the aftermath.The heavyweight boxed six times after defeat to Haye, losing for the final time against future champ Deontay Wilder. In retirement, Harrison, 53, featured on TV shows such as Strictly Come Dancing, Celebrity Big Brother and MasterChef while becoming a poker player. Mike Tyson, 58, sparks concern as he says he ‘wants to die in the ring’ ahead of Jake Paul fight in new Netflix video More

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      ‘I’m not a nice person and I don’t give a f***’ says Mike Tyson in chilling warning to Jake Paul ahead of Netflix fight

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      MIKE TYSON was once known as the “Baddest Man on The Planet”.And 20 years on from his last pro bout, Iron Mike warned he is still “not a nice person”.Mike Tyson during his prime in 1989Credit: GettyNow he returns to fight Jake PaulCredit: GettyThe heavyweight great says he needs to be a fraction of his best to defeat YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul.Their controversial clash in Texas on November 15 is worth £60million, £30m each.And controversy has never been far away from Tyson who was jailed for three years for a rape conviction in 1992.Before and after that, Tyson lost some of his most destructive years out of the ring through a party lifestyle of drink, drugs and women.READ MORE IN BOXINGIn the years since retirement, Tyson has gone broke, regained his wealth through various businesses and become a pop culture icon.Despite settling down in his third marriage with soulmate Lakiha Spicer and being a doting dad of seven, Tyson warned not to mistake his new life for weakness.He admitted: “There’s nothing nice about me. I’m not a nice person.“No, I’m a decent person, I try to do the right thing but a nice person I am not.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“So anybody that has an auspice that I’m a nice person, they’re gonna be disappointed.“I’m just not a nice person. I don’t make people happy for no reason. I’m just who I am. I’m not trying to gain friends.Mike Tyson’s blunt 10-word response to Eddie Hearn after promoter calls Jake Paul fight ‘disrespectful to boxing’ “Basically what I’m saying, I don’t wanna make friends with you. I don’t care if you don’t put me on your boat or you let your yacht, I don’t give a f***.“I’m not gonna ever be nice to nobody. I’ll be kind but never nice.”Tyson has made millions through his cannabis empire, so money is not the motivation for this fight.It will be almost 20 YEARS removed from his last pro bout – the night he quit on his stool against tree surgeon Kevin McBride.Even then aged 38, it was clear to see Iron Mike’s days as the Baddest Man on The Planet were far behind him.At 58, there are huge fears for Tyson’s safety stepping into the ring with an opponent 30 years his junior.But Iron Mike insists if he can draw on just 10 per cent of his prime then it will be enough to beat 10-1 Paul – who turned pro only four year ago.Tyson said: “When you think about it regardless of how old I am, this guy only has ten fights.“He only has 10 fights, if I can fight a little bit with my experience, he only has 10 f***ing fights, okay?“If I can fight 10 per cent of what I was, he only has ten fights, he couldn’t match that. And that’s being sincere. If I’m 10 per cent, he can’t match it.”The slammed showdown faced further scrutiny when Tyson was forced to pull out of the initial July 20 date due to a health precaution.He suffered an ulcer flare-up in his stomach during a flight – but has since been passed medically fit to resume training.But he will also have to undergo extra heart and brain tests due to his age. Amid the safety concerns, Tyson hit back: “I’m just doing really well.“I’m very grateful that I’m doing well. I’m just looking forward to the fight, really looking forward to it.”Tyson and Paul are to share a huge $80m (£60m) purse down the middle as they become the first to headline a boxing event on streaming giants Netflix.But Iron Mike – who blew through £250m during his heyday – promises his comeback is NOT money-motivated.He said: “I have more responsibilities. My life is more, I don’t know, it’s more practical than it was before. I have kids. I have a wife, I have children. I have things to do.“When I was a champion, I didn’t have things to do and nothing to do.“Nothing of substance to do. Party drink, women, talk s*** and that was no substance back then.READ MORE SUN STORIES“The money from this fight is not going to change my lifestyle. This is not for financial reasons.“My life is not gonna change, not one per cent after this fight, I will always be able to live this way and I’m just doing it because I wanna test myself.”Tyson with son Morocco, far left, mother-in-law Rita Ali, wife Lakiha Spicer and daughter Milan, far rightCredit: Getty Images – GettyLakiha Spicer with Tyson in 2014Credit: GettyTyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: Rex More

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      ‘Forget what my wife and kids are thinking’ – ‘Selfish’ Mike Tyson admits he’ll put his life on the line vs Jake Paul

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      ICONIC boxing veteran Mike Tyson doesn’t care if he puts his life in danger for his comeback fight against Jake Paul.Tyson admits he is selfish about his desire to keep fighting, not caring about the concerns of his wife or children.Mike Tyson is ready to risk his life against Jake PaulCredit: ReutersHe will face Paul on November 15Credit: EPAThe ex-undisputed heavyweight champion of the world is confident he will beat YouTuber turned-boxer Paul, claiming he will run scared once the bell goes in Dallas next month.Fans and medical specialists have expressed concerns about Tyson’s welfare given the 31 year age difference to his younger, taller and heavier opponent.But the 58-year-old is willing to put his life on the line: “It ignites me. You know what I mean? It just gives me a life for myself. Forget everybody else even if they wish I lose, it’s about me doing what I want to do.“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.READ MORE ON SPORT“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 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.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“I’m always going to push the envelope. “Tyson admits his completive nature means he is ready to defy the odds adding that some people may seem him as delusional. Mike Tyson, 58, sparks concern as he says he ‘wants to die in the ring’ ahead of Jake Paul fight in new Netflix videoHe said: “It’s very scary if you don’t give up on yourself because you could accomplish things you never dreamed you were going to accomplish.“And when you do something like that, believe it or not, even if it’s in a good perspective, it’s very scary to believe something that you see as a delusion which you made a reality. That’s pretty scary, but it’s good. It’s just scary to know the power of the mind could accomplish anything.”Asked what to say to fans who have concerns about him fighting Paul, he replied: “Tell them to bet their life on it.“Tyson, speaking to Fox TV in Texas, declared he has “bad intentions” for Paul admitting the fight will be “not long.”He smirked: “As soon as I catch him, because he’s going to run like a thief. I don’t see how he’s going to make an exciting fight by running all day.“He’s supposed to be the young guy. He’s supposed to walk right through me. I’m an old man. He’s going to run all f***ing night.“You can’t compare me with other people my age because other people at my age haven’t been training as long as being consistent as me. And I’m just a different species for a human being.“I think it is because I’m very active in what I do. I don’t sit around doing nothing. I’m just very active. I’m very serious in what I do, and I’m just so interested. I can’t wait for this evening to happen.“I think he believes he’s a young guy. I’m the quasi-retired man child or whatever they may think I am, and he thinks this is going to be an easy touch.“I’m going to be successful doing it, and it’s easy.“READ MORE SUN STORIESTyson taunted Paul to stand toe-to-toe and punched him at the start of the fight, which will be screened on Netflix on November 15.He added: “He should try it. He’s a younger man. He should be able to handle punches from an old, withering man like me. “ More

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      Mike Tyson’s blunt 10-word response to Eddie Hearn after promoter calls Jake Paul fight ‘disrespectful to boxing’

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      MIKE TYSON has hit back after Eddie Hearn slammed his fight against Jake Paul as “disrespectful to boxing”. Tyson returns to the ring on November 15 in Texas for a controversial clash with Paul scrutinised due to the huge age gap between them. Mike Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: GettyEddie Hearn has hit out at the fightCredit: ReutersHearn – who promotes the rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano on the undercard – has been among the most critical. He blasted it as “dangerous, irresponsible and disrespectful to boxing” and vowed to leave the stadium early to NOT watch the bout. But Iron Mike – who could strike fear into opponents’ eyes with just a glare – had an equally blunt response when probed on Hearn’s comments. He said: “Well, that’s Eddie’s opinion and that’s all I can say.”READ MORE IN BOXINGTyson, 58, is now 20 YEARS removed from his last professional fight, the night he quit on the stool against Kevin McBride.But he did return in 2020 for an exhibition bout against Roy Jones Jr which was drawn over eight rounds. It was nothing more than a glorified sparring session between two of boxing’s most respected figures. Although when he shares the ring with 27-year-old – Paul things will be different. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSIt will be a pro sanctioned bout, with records going on the line and competed over eight two-minute rounds – opposed to the usual three. Tyson – who pulled out of the initial July 20 date due to an ulcer flare up – will also be subject to additional brain and heart tests due to his age. ‘There’s nothing nice about me’ – Mike Tyson’s chilling warning after saying he needs 10% of his prime to beat Jake Paul And the fight will mark Netflix’s first foray into live boxing – with a huge purse of £60MILLION to be shared down the middle between them. But Tyson – who blew through nearly £300m of boxing purses during his prime – insisted the fight is NOT money-motivated. He said: “The money from this fight is not going to change my lifestyle. This is not for financial reasons.“My life is not gonna change, not 1 per cent after this fight, I will always be able to live this way and I’m just doing it because I wanna test myself.” More

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      Mike Tyson, 58, sparks concern as he says he ‘wants to die in the ring’ ahead of Jake Paul fight in new Netflix video

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      MIKE TYSON sparked concern after declaring he “wants to die in the ring” ahead of November’s fight against Jake Paul.Boxing legend Tyson will step into the ring against the social media star on November 15, with the fight being shown live on Netflix.Mike Tyson has sparked concern ahead of his bout with Jake PaulThe pair fight each other in Texas next monthCredit: AFPThe two men were initially due to face each other in July.But the date was postponed after Tyson suffered a health problem just weeks before.The former heavyweight king claimed to have an “ulcer flare-up” after being taken ill on a flight.And some feel the 58-year-old, who has not had a sanction fight in two decades, is risking his health against 28-year-old Paul.READ MORE IN BOXINGNow, Tyson has sparked more concern after admitting he would rather “die in the ring” than a hospital bed.The icon acknowledges the threat he faces in Paul, who has suffered just one defeat in 10 pro bouts.And Tyson reckons he will be “immortal” if he ends up securing victory at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.Speaking in a Netflix clip, Tyson said: “I don’t do anything if I don’t risk being embarrassed. Like now I want to fight this young motherf****r.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“This is really big for me, if I win I will be immortal. If I do it bad, I don’t want to die in a hospital bed, I want to die in the ring.”Tyson was also praised by adviser Gene Kilroy, who used to be the manager of legendary boxer Muhammad Ali.Mike Tyson looks ripped at 58 as former heavyweight champ shows off impressive physique before Jake Paul fightKilroy said to Tyson: “This is the strongest I’ve ever seen you and I’ve known you since you were 13. This impressed the s**t out of me, nothing impresses me.“I’m proud of you Mike, you’ve done more workouts than what I saw you do when you fought Lennox Lewis.“Different era brother, it’s a whole new ball game.” More

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      Rumble in the Jungle: Ultra rare photos of Muhammad Ali preparing for George Foreman fight re-emerge 50 years on

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      ULTRA rare photos have re-emerged of Muhammad Ali preparing for his Rumble in the Jungle epic with George Foreman 50 years ago.The two men collided in boxing’s greatest battle to become undisputed heavyweight champion of the world.Amazing rare photos have re-emerged of Muhammad Ali preparing for Rumble in the JungleCredit: © Peter Angelo Simon / Reel Art PressThe bout saw Ali beat George Foreman to regain his heavyweight titlesCredit: AlamyThe amazing snaps show Ali getting ready for actionCredit: Reel Art PressHe can be seen laughing in a car ahead of the fight in ZaireCredit: Reel Art PressForeman, 25 years old at the time, came in as clear favourite with a 100 per cent record boasting 40 wins and 37 KOs.But he was upstaged by the legendary Ali in front of a 60,000-strong crowd in Zaire, now Democratic Republic of the Congo.The former heavyweight king, who was 32 years old back then, was looking to reclaim his belts seven years after they were stripped from him for refusing to enlist in the Vietnam War.Ali used all his trademark skills, as well as a new “rope-a-dope” tactic, to earn an incredible eighth-round knockout.READ MORE IN BOXINGAnd with an estimated one BILLION viewers watching from home, the result saw Ali become boxing’s biggest draw once again.SunSport’s man Colin Hart, the last British reporter alive who was at the Rumble in the Jungle, brought fans all the info before, during and after the fight.But now, extremely rare of photos of Ali have emerged showing him getting ready to fight Foreman half a century ago.Taken from Reel Art Press book, Muhammad Ali: Fighter’s Heaven 1974, the amazing images show Ali can be seen taking in the sights and sounds of Zaire before entering the ring.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSOne snap shows him contemplating tactics, with another detailing some of his training skills while greeting adoring fans.Elsewhere, a fine photo depicts Ali laughing out loud while being driven in a car.The heartbreaking chance meeting between Muhammad Ali and Colin Hart where boxing legend revealed ‘I’m not scared to die’Ali was snapped contemplating his tacticsCredit: Reel Art PressHe posed for a snap at his living quartersCredit: Reel Art PressAli went for a run to build his conditioningCredit: Reel Art PressAli and Foreman ended up becoming great friends later in lifeCredit: Reel Art PressAnd another has him posing for a photo outside his living quarters.After the fight, Ali – who died in 2016 aged 74 – and Foreman – now aged 75 – put their differences aside and became the firmest of friends.Foreman said in 2012: “We fought in 1974, that was a long time ago. After 1981, we became the best of friends.“By 1984, we loved each other. I am not closer to anyone else in this life than I am to Muhammad Ali.”I’m the last British reporter alive who was at Rumble in the Jungle… it was the most bizarre 10 days of my lifeOCTOBER 30th 2024 marks the 50th anniversary of the Rumble in the Jungle, when Muhammad Ali confirmed his immortality by knocking out George Foreman to regain the world heavyweight championship, writes Colin Hart.That fabulous, mind-blowing fight that took place before an African dawn broke over Kinshasa has been described as the greatest sporting event of the 20th Century.Sadly, I’m the only British journalist who was at ringside that night who is still alive to tell the tale – of the most bizarre ten days of my working life.The first bell in Zaire sounded at 4am and the two men were each paid $5million – with president Mobutu Sese Seko putting up the money.Mobutu was probably the most terrifying, murderous dictator who ever ruled a nation on the African continent — and with Uganda’s Idi Amin as a rival, that is saying something.The Zairians were scared to death of him, with good reason – as the 20th of May Stadium’s walls pock-marked with holes from firing squads executing dissidents.He even threatened to shoot telex operators who were caught sleeping when journalists wanted to send their stories to editors back home.And that’s before the fight even started, with its throbbing tribal drums, 60,000 frenzied fans… and the debut of Ali’s iconic rope-a-dope.Read Fleet Street boxing legend COLIN HART’S full look back at the Rumble in the Jungle… More

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      Daniel Dubois rematch with Anthony Joshua in doubt as he’s given green light to defend title against rival Brit

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      DANIEL DUBOIS’ rematch with Anthony Joshua has been plunged into doubt.That is because the IBF world champion received the green light to defend his title against another British rival.Daniel Dubois may not face Anthony Joshua in a rematchCredit: GettyDubois, 27, smashed AJ with a blockbuster performance at Wembley in September.Dynamite put Joshua down on the canvas four times on his way to a brutal fifth-round knockout to defend the IBF crown.A rematch was initially set to be pencilled in for Saudi Arabia in February.However, that may now be off the cards because of a ruling from IBF chiefs.READ MORE ON BOXINGIBF President Caryl Peoples confirmed Dubois “can make an optional defence against any ranked fighter before April 22, 2025”.That came after he was quizzed about a possible showdown between Dubois and Fabio Wardley. Wardley, 29, has thrown himself into contention following his thrilling first-round knockout of Frazer Clarke this month. That propelled him up to No12 in the IBF rankings – just behind the likes of AJ, Derek Chisora and Otto Wallin. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd he is desperate for a shot at one of the biggest belts in boxing. The Suffolk star said: “It needs to be a level of smartness going into this now about how we pick my next opponent, who they are, how they’re ranked, how that fight and that win would set me up going forward.Daniel Dubois already called out for next fight by giant Anthony Joshua ‘wants no part of in boxing’s worst kept secret’”Obviously hoping to get some sort of eliminator, world title shot, something along those lines.”So yeah, it’s going to be a bit more of a strategic one.”Dubois’ promoter Frank Warren also revealed his fighter’s next bout doesn’t have to be against Joshua if the Watford man is not ready. Warren said: “He is the champion and it’ll be done on his terms.”Daniel will defend his title in February and if it’s not Joshua then it’ll be against somebody who is ranked in the top five.”After April 22, the IBF will enforce a mandatory IBF title defence for Dubois – probably against the winner of Martin Bakole and Agit Kabayel – because he is required to put the belt on the line at least every nine months. However, Dubois could hold on for a unification fight – by taking on the winner of December 21’s Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk rematch to be named undisputed heavyweight world champion. Dubois stunned AJ to retain his IBF heavyweight world titleCredit: AFPHe may face fellow Brit Fabio Wardley early in 2025 insteadCredit: GettyRound by round: How Dubois demolished JoshuaANTHONY JOSHUA bravely picked himself up from the floor against Daniel Dubois – until he could no more.AJ was floored four times in five rounds by Dubois before a thudding counter right closed the show in dramatic fashion.Here, SunSport’s Jack Figg takes you round-by-round from the Wembley war.ROUND 1Dubois comes out sharp with the jab as Joshua bounces around struggling to deal with the piston-like left.Huge right hand from Dubois has AJ staggering backwards with his hands far too low from the opening bell.Joshua made to pay for the mistake as he circles out with his hands down and gets dropped by an overhand right.ROUND 2Joshua – saved only by the bell after being floored – struggles to get going as he takes shots to the face.AJ is tottering and teetering around the ring with his guard again dangerously low and inviting pressure on.Joshua is attempting to get back into the bout but his jab looks far too lazy – he doesn’t look to have recovered from the knockdown.ROUND 3AJ comes out with more intent but swings wildly with a right and connects with only thin air.Dubois pours on the pressure and hammers Joshua into the corner scoring another knockdown.The bell sounds but Dubois lands one or two afterwards – again AJ is saved by the clock as the writing looks on the wall.ROUND 4Disaster strikes again with Joshua floored once more – losing his balance as he touches the canvas.The referee gives AJ another fighting chance and Dubois lands a low blow – giving the challenger some valuable respite.Dubois slows down as four rounds come to a close with Joshua showing sensational resilience to hang in there.ROUND 5Joshua lands a huge right hand and Dubois legs buckle – an astonishing turnaround looks to be on the cards.AJ pins Dubois onto the ropes and attempts one of his signature uppercuts but the countering right hand gets there first.Joshua is caught flush on the chin, dropped once more and this time out for good. Dubois scores a stunning KO win. More