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      Canelo Alvarez says Terence Crawford super-fight can be even BIGGER than Floyd Mayweather and Gennady Golovkin bouts

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      CANELO ALVAREZ says his scheduled super-fight with Terence Crawford can be the biggest of his iconic career.The Mexican superstar has one of the best CVs in the sport and one that can rival even the most legendary of fighters. Floyd Mayweather beat Canelo Alvarez in 2013Credit: AP:Associated PressGennady Golovkin and Canelo had a trilogy, which ended in 2022, aboveCredit: APTerence Crawford is expected to fight Canelo in SeptemberCredit: GettyIt includes two wins and a draw with Gennady Golovkin and a valuable lesson learned in his loss to Floyd Mayweather. But Canelo – who returns over the weekend against William Scull – already has a blockbuster against Crawford lined up for September.And he told SunSport: “I have a lot of big fights. A lot of big fights, a lot of good fights in my career.”I’m focused on this fight, and we’ll see, we’ll see if if that fight happens. We’ll see, maybe it’s gonna be the biggest? We don’t know.”READ MORE IN BOXINGCanelo and Golovkin sold nearly two millions pay-per-views over their three-fight series – generating £230MILLION from box office receipts alone. Amazingly, his points defeat to Mayweather in 2013 sold a stunning 2.2m PPVs, making just shy of £110m.But in a changing of the times, he is expected to face unbeaten pound-for-pound star Crawford on Netflix. The streaming service made its debut in live boxing in November when Jake Paul, 28, defeated Mike Tyson, 58, with over 100m viewers watching. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSuch was the commercial success of the event, it encouraged Paul’s camp to enter talks with Canelo’s team in January. A shock deal to fight on May 3 was close to being confirmed – until Saudi Arabia’s Turki Alalshikh intervened in February.Canelo Alvarez warns he’s ready to bash more Brit rivals with boxing icon ‘dreaming’ of UK debut Canelo would walk away from a deal to face Paul and instead signed a four-bout deal with Alalshikh – starting against Scull in Riyadh. He also has the chance to win back the IBF belt he had to vacate last year – setting up a 168lb undisputed title fight with Crawford, 37. Canelo, 34, said: “I’m very happy. Things happen for a reason and I’m happy with this and I’m gonna enjoy it as much as I can.”Paul instead returns on June 28 against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr – the man beaten by Canelo in 2017. The YouTuber-turned-boxer refuses to give up on fighting Canelo.But Canelo shrugged: “Calling it a fight is very difficult for me, man. “It’s for me more like event more than a fight, you know, and this is not the moment.”Canelo also prepares for his first fight outside of North America – and has the UK on his bucket list too. He said: “I’m focused 100 per cent on this fight but it’s something I always dreaming in my life. Read More on The Sun”I don’t know who or what fighter I’m gonna face, but I always dreaming in my career fighting in UK.”For sure for me would be crazy to go there and fight in front of everybody there. I actually like it a lot.”Canelo returns against William ScullCredit: Getty More

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      Naoya Inoue vs Ramon Cardenas: Start time, TV channel, stream, undercard as Japanese superstar headlines Vegas show

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      NAOYA INOUE will defend his title outside his native Japan for the first time since 2021 as he takes on challenger Ramon Cardenas THIS SUNDAY. Inoue, widely regarded as one of the most skilled boxers of his generation, is undefeated and has titles in four different weight classes.Japan’s Naoya Inoue is one of the modern stars of boxingCredit: AFPThe 32-year-old star – nicknamed ‘The Monster’ – has made three successful defences of his undisputed super bantamweight title, and will make a fourth as he aims to extend his 10-fight knockout streak.Inoue’s challenger, Ramon Cardenas, will be heavily undervalued going into the dust-up. There is the belief that this is just a holding fight for the Texan ahead of one scheduled with Murodjon Akhmadaliev in the next four months.This fight will be of a potential host of fights set to make headlines on Cinco de Mayo weekend. READ MORE IN BOXINGFrom Friday with Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney in Times Square to Saturday with Canelo Alvarez in Riyadh in another undisputed bout, boxing fans will be entertained all weekend long.SunSport brings you all the information worth knowing for the much-anticipated fight.When is Naoya Inoue vs Ramon Cardenas ?Naoya Inoue vs Ramon Cardenas will take place on Saturday, May 4 – concluding an expected world-class spectacle of boxing.The fight is the main event of a card that also features seven more fights. Ring-walk times are set to commence at 10.45pm EST (3.45am BST), which means the time of the fight is expected for 11pm EST (4am BST). TV coverage of the card is set to start at 8pm local time (1am BST)T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas is the allocated arena with attendance capable of rising up to 20,000. What TV channel is Naoya Inoue vs Ramon Cardenas on and can it be live streamed?Naoya Inoue vs Ramon Cardenas will be available to watch on ESPN and ESPN+. Most read in BoxingThere are two options for a ESPN subscription, annual – either paying a one-off fee or monthly – flexible. An annual pass can be purchased for $119.99. A monthly flexible pass is priced at $11.99 per month, which can be cancelled at any time.A subscription allows you to watch every live event and all on-demand programming on ESPN.The fight will not be aired on UK television.What is the Naoya Inoue vs Ramon Cardenas undercard?The undercard is sprinkled in incentive with Rafael Espinoza vs Edward Vazquez fighting for the WBO featherweight title. Naoya Inoue vs Ramon Cardenas (undisputed super bantamweight titles)Rafael Espinoza vs Edward Vazquez (WBO featherweight title)Rohan Polanco vs Fabian Maidana (welterweight)Emiliano Vargas vs Juan Leon (super lightweight)Art Barrera Jr vs Juan Carlos Guerra (super welterweight)Mikito Nakano vs Pedro Marquez (featherweight)Ra’eese Aleem vs Rudy Garcia (featherweight)Patrick O’Connor vs Marcus Smith (cruiserweight)What has been said?Though backed as the heavy favourite, Inoue has talked-up his opponent in the build-up. Another knockout is expected on May 4, but while confident, Inoue isn’t taking his opponent lightly.”Cardenas is a beautiful fighter,” Inoue told media after touching down in the U.S. “He’s an all-around good fighter, but for me, it’s easy. No matter how he comes out, I think I have the advantage.”On the huge bout, Cardenas added: “This means the world to me. I’ve always aspired to fight for a world title, but to get a chance to fight for all the belts is a dream come true.Read More on The Sun“I always knew our paths would cross. I never had any doubts. When the fight was offered, I instantly accepted. “I wouldn’t say it’s a lottery ticket, but you can’t turn it down if you get a chance at the undisputed title. This is the opportunity of a lifetime.” More

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      Martin Bakole vs Efe Ajagba: Start time, TV channel, undercard, stream as infamous replacement returns back to ring

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      MARTIN BAKOLE’s heroics back in February didn’t go without appreciation as he enters back into the ring THIS WEEKEND. The Congolese heavyweight, who currently resides in Scotland, was the last-minute replacement for an ill Daniel Dubois – who was scheduled to fight Joseph Parker.Martin Bakole displayed a commendable effort against Joseph Parker given the limited time in preparation.Efe Ajagba boasts a 21-1-0 recordBakole’s commendable effort wasn’t lost on the public, and crucially the sport’s chiefs, despite being stopped in the second-round comprehensively. The 33-year-old orthodox has been rewarded with another shot in Riyadh. Though, his upcoming dust-up with Efe Ajagba – scheduled as an IBF final eliminator before his defeat to Parker – won’t have the title incentive with it, it’s a match-up that promises to entertain given both fighter’s ambition. Both Bakole and Ajagba manifest title aspirations, or at the very least, to be in the position to challenge for the sport’s biggest honours and have made that clear in the build-up. READ MORE IN BOXING SunSport provides information on everything worth knowing ahead of the big night.When is Martin Bakole vs Efe Ajagba?Martin Bakole vs Efe Ajagba takes place on Saturday, May 3.The fight is part of the Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull undercard. Ring-walk times are yet to be announced, so is the actual time of the fight.The card dubbed the Fatal Fury: City of Wolves will be hosted at ANB Arena. What TV channel is Martin Bakole vs Efe Ajagba on and can it be live streamed?Martin Bakole vs Efe Ajagba will be available to watch on DAZN PPV.There are three options for a DAZN subscription, annual – either paying a one-off fee or monthly – flexible, and a monthly option. Most read in BoxingAn annual pass can be purchased for £119.99 in the United Kingdom. That’s just £2.30 per week or 65p per fight (based on 185 fight nights per year).A monthly flexible pass is priced at £24.99 per month, which can be cancelled at any time.A subscription allows you to watch every live event and all on-demand programming on DAZNA DAZN subscription costs:Annual Super Saver: $224.99 / £119.99 annuallyMonthly Saver (12-month deal): £14.99 per monthMonthly Flexible pass (cancel any time): £24.99 per monthDAZN are also offering a special ‘Knockout Weekend Bundle’ option for the Garcia vs Romero and Canelo vs Scull fights.The cost to have both PPV events is $90 in the US and £34.99 in the UK.The fights will be aired on DAZN TV channels or can be live streamed through its website to paying customers.What is the rest of the Martin Bakole vs Efe Ajagba card?Canelo Alvarez vs William Scull; Super middleweightBruno Surace vs Jaime Munguia; Super middleweightMartin Bakole vs Efe Ajagba; HeavyweightBadou Jack vs Ryan Rozicki; Cruiserweight, for the WBC titleMarco Verde vs Michel Polina; MiddleweightBrayan Leon vs Aaron Guerrero; MiddleweightWhat has been said?As mentioned, both fighters wholeheartedly believe in their chance to reach the sport’s summit and have made that known this week. Ajagba said: “I’m not overstepping. I’m just focused on Martin Bakole first,” Ajagba told Sky Sports.”After that, when I get the victory, that’s when I’m going to step up to fight who I want to fight next. Whether it’s Usyk or Dubois.”I have the abilities, I have the skills, I have the power, everything to become a heavyweight champion.”Ben Shalom, Bakole’s promoter, told Boxing News: “[Bakole] got offered a huge money fight against Joseph Parker, and we knew the ramifications of taking that fight.Read More on The Sun“We still made sure that the Ajagba fight was on the same date, and that’s all we could do.“Ultimately, he’ll need a couple of wins before he gets himself back into that position with the IBF, but [I believe] he’ll be fighting for a world title very soon. More

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      Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero: Start time, TV channel, stream, undercard for massive triple header in New York TONIGHT

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      TIMES SQUARE provides the unique setting for a STACKED boxing card featuring top-caliber fighters with a lot on the line TONIGHT.On a night set to entertain from start to end, Ryan Garcia’s dust-up with Rolando Romero stands out as the headline-maker encounter.Ryan Garcia and Rolando Romero are set to headline a first boxing event in Times SquareCredit: GettyGarcia still carries the weight of being dubbed one of the ‘Four Princes’Romero hasn’t fought since September last yearCredit: GettyThe fight has grown in hype mainly due to Garcia’s anticipated return to boxing following a one-year suspension for failed drug tests around his April 2024 fight with Devin Haney.The match specifically brought out the 26-year-old American’s best stuff as he took the victory by majority decision – but was eventually overturned to a no contest after the revelation of the failed tests.As for Romero, he possesses the brutal power and honest game that has troubled Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis and Isaac ‘Pitbull’ Cruz.Though, the 5ft 8in orthodox has the defensive holes that has seen him come up short in those contests.READ MORE IN BOXINGThe major event has taken on a unique setting and SunSport brings you all the information you need to know ahead of the big night.When is Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero?Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero will take place on Friday, May 2 – a day before Canelo Alvarez’s clash with William Scull.The fight is the main event of a card that also features Devin Haney and Teofimo Lopez.Ring-walk times are yet to be announced, so is the actual time of the fight.TV coverage of the card is set to start at 11pm BST / 6pm ET / 3pm PT.Times Square, Manhattan, is the allocated arena with actual attendance speculative given the first-time nature of the event.The fight night – dubbed Fatal Fury Times Square – will represent a groundbreaking event as it will be first event staged at the famous landmark.The understanding is that screens will be placed on the outside of the venue to broadcast the fights for free. What TV channel is Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero on and can it be live streamed?Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero will be available to watch on DAZN PPV. There are three options for a DAZN subscription, annual – either paying a one-off fee or monthly – flexible, and a monthly option. Most read in BoxingAn annual pass can be purchased for £119.99 in the United Kingdom. That’s just £2.30 per week or 65p per fight (based on 185 fight nights per year).A monthly flexible pass is priced at £24.99 per month, which can be cancelled at any time.A subscription allows you to watch every live event and all on-demand programming on DAZNA DAZN subscription costs:Annual Super Saver: $224.99 / £119.99 annuallyMonthly Saver (12-month deal): £14.99 per monthMonthly Flexible pass (cancel any time): £24.99 per monthDAZN are also offering a special ‘Knockout Weekend Bundle’ option for the Garcia vs Romero and Canelo vs Scull fights.The cost to have both PPV events is $90 in the US and £34.99 in the UK.The fights will be aired on DAZN TV channels or can be live streamed through its website to paying customers.What is the Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero undercard?The undercard is equally star-studded with Garcia’s fierce rival Haney featuring, aswell as late addition Teofimo Lopez. What has been said?Following a tumultuous year for Garcia, he has endured a reevaluation on his life in and out of the ring. In an interview with SunSport on his drugs test, he told us: “What we did find out is that it was at the lowest amount you could possibly find trace amount.”So again, it’s proven that there was such low dosage in my system that has no effect on my body, so that’s just the truth. It is what it is.”He added: “I learned my lesson with the Tank fight on not taking a tune-up. You gotta be active.Read More on The Sun”I don’t think taking a year off and going straight into the Haney fight makes sense for either one of us. A year off is a long time.”You need to get your timing back, everything back, real fights are much different than sparring, so it’s good that we both took a fight, I think.” More

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      Devin Haney vs Jose Carlos Ramirez: Start time, TV channel, stream, undercard as pair feature on New York tripleheader

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      TIMES SQUARE hosts a MASSIVE night of boxing as Devin Haney makes a anticipated return to the ring.American superstar Haney, 26, will make his first appearance on the competitive canvas following his overturned loss to fierce foe Ryan Garcia due to a drug-related ban for the latter. Devin Haney is facing Jose Carlos Ramirez on a massive card in Times Square, New YorkHaney will dust-up against Jose Carlos Ramirez on a card organised by Turki Alalshikh’s The Ring Magazine and lauded for it’s uniqueness as New York’s Times Square stages its first boxing event. For Haney the spotlight will firmly be on him come fight night as the defensive frailties he showed in his Garcia match-up – which saw him dropped  three times – will be question to be seen addressed. Ramirez, who opened his career on a 26-0 run, may not poses the skill to outbox Haney but he certainly has the power. Ultimately, there is a belief that it’s a holding match for Haney ahead of a heavily scheduled rematch with Garcia. READ MORE IN BOXINGHe’ll have to show that his worthy of another shot. SunSport provides with all information you need to know. When is Devin Haney vs Jose Carlos Ramirez?Devin Haney vs Jose Carlos Ramirez will take place on Friday, May 2 – a day before Canelo Alvarez’s clash with William Scull.Ring-walk times are yet to be announced, so is the actual time of the fight.Times Square, Manhattan as the allocated arena with actual attendance speculative given the first-time nature of the event.The fight night dubbed Fatal Fury Times Square will represent a groundbreaking event as it will be first event staged at Times Square. The understanding is that screens will be placed on the outside of the venue to broadcast the fights for free. Devin Haney seems poised to meet Ryan Garcia again but will need to get past Jose Carlos Ramirez firstCredit: GettyWhat TV channel is Devin Haney vs Jose Carlos Ramirez on and can it be live streamed?Devin Haney vs Jose Carlos Ramirez will be available to watch on DAZN PPV.Most read in BoxingThere are three options for a DAZN subscription, Annual – either paying a one-off fee or monthly – and a monthly option. An annual pass can be purchased for £119.99/$224.99. That’s just £2.30/$4.32 per week or 65p per fight (based on 185 fight nights per year).A monthly flexible pass is priced at £24.99/$29.99 per month, which can be cancelled at any time. A subscription allows you to watch every live event and all on-demand programming on DAZN. A DAZN subscription costs:Annual Super Saver: £119.99/$224.99 annuallyMonthly Saver (12-month deal): £14.99/$19.99 per monthMonthly Flexible pass (cancel any time): £24.99/$29.99 per monthWhat is the Devin Haney vs Jose Carlos Ramirez undercard?Two of the fellow dubbed “Four Princes” with the aforementioned Garcia and Teofimo Lopez also in action. More

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      Teofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr: Start time, TV channel, stream, undercard as pair fight for title in New York

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      TEOFIMO LOPEZ will seek to cement his place amongst the modern boxing greats when he faces off against Arnold Barboza Jr in a star-studded Times Square showdown. Lopez, 27, is already seen as one of the leading figures in American boxing after a collection of impressive wins. The Teofimo Lopez and Arnold Barboza Jr super-lightweight title fight features on a star-studded cardA win in New York would add significant substance to widely-regarded two-weight dynamo claims, mainly due to his opponent. To add some more incentive to the fight, the WBO title world super lightweight crown is on the line. Danger is personified in the form of Barboza Jr, the undefeated ace who sprung a surprise to be here.Barboza Jr moved into title contention position after edging past home-favourite Jack Catterall in Manchester last February.READ MORE IN BOXINGFollowing Chris Eubank Jr-Conor Benn dust-up, which established itself as a fight-of-the-year-candidate, Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh will hope for his “The Ring” series to re-take his position as boxing’s main talking point.Here’s everything you need to know. When is Teofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr?Teofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr will take place on Friday, May 2 – a day before Canelo Alvarez’s clash with William Scull.Ring-walk times are yet to be announced, so is the actual time of the fight.Alalshikh’s The Ring Magazine has organised a card that will see Times Square, Manhattan as the allocated arena with actual attendance speculative given the first-time nature of the event.The fight night dubbed Fatal Fury Times Square will represent a groundbreaking event as it will be first event staged at Times Square. The understanding is that screens will be placed on the outside of the venue to broadcast the fights for free. Lopez’s WBO junior welterweight title will be on the lineCredit: GettyArnold Barboza Jr. has been in high spirits all week ahead of Thursday’s weigh-in despite no official time publicisedCredit: RexWhat TV channel is Teofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr on and can it be live streamed?Teofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr will be available to watch on DAZN PPV.Most read in BoxingThere are three options for a DAZN subscription, Annual – either paying a one-off fee or monthly – and a monthly option. An annual pass can be purchased for £119.99/$224.99. That’s just £2.30/$4.32 per week or 65p per fight (based on 185 fight nights per year).A monthly flexible pass is priced at £24.99/$29.99 per month, which can be cancelled at any time. A subscription allows you to watch every live event and all on-demand programming on DAZN. A DAZN subscription costs:Annual Super Saver: £119.99/$224.99 annuallyMonthly Saver (12-month deal): £14.99/$19.99 per monthMonthly Flexible pass (cancel any time): £24.99/$29.99 per monthWhat is the Ryan Garcia vs Rolando Romero undercard?The undercard is equally star-studded with fellow Americans Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney headlining. Ryan Garcia vs Rolly Romero – WelterweightDevin Haney vs Jose Ramirez – WelterweightTeofimo Lopez vs Arnold Barboza Jr – Super lightweight, for the WBO title​​Reito Tsutsumi vs Levale Whittington; Super FeatherweightWhat has been said?Having slapped his opponent in March during a promotional event, Lopez has sought to put the incident behind him, but stressed his opponent “crossed” a line.”I come respectful,” Lopez said. “My whole thing is I’m always gonna come respectful. But he crossed that boundary, and we just gotta lay it right there.”Read More on The SunBarboza conversely did not rise to any bait laid out by his rival, and fresh off victory over Jack Catterall, sought to promise another blockbuster performance instead.“I’m very excited to share the ring with him,” Barboza added. “He’s an awesome fighter, one of the top at 140. But I’m an awesome fighter too, so it’s gonna be fireworks.”  More

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      Chris Eubank Jr shows off horror bloodied eye on set of hit Netflix show after ‘almost dying’ in Conor Benn fight

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      CHRIS EUBANK JR has given fans another look at his horror eye injury as he recovers from a ghastly gash sustained during his win over Conor Benn on Saturday.Eubank Jr was rushed to hospital following his family feud victory over Benn at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium at the weekend.Chris Eubank Jr has shown off his gnarly scars and a bloodied eye from his post-fight injuriesCredit: X formerly Twitter / @ChrisEubankJrEubank Jr posed with Vinnie Jones as he visited the set of Netflix show ‘The Gentleman’ after his release from hospitalCredit: X formerly Twitter / @ChrisEubankJrHe posed alongside actor Theo James tooCredit: X formerly Twitter / @ChrisEubankJrEubank Jr was left with a nasty gash above his eye from his fight with Conor BennCredit: ReutersThe 35-year-old was ordered to head straight to hospital by his doctor after winning the bout and had to miss out on his post-fight press conference.The Brighton bruiser then spent two nights in the Royal London ward, before finally being released on Monday morning.Now he is back fighting fit and showed off his war wounds in a post on social media after visiting the set of Netflix show ‘The Gentleman’. Eubank Jr showed a close up picture of his bloodshot eye and the stitches required to close the gash above his eye on X.READ MORE IN BOXINGAlongside pictures of him with actor Theo James and football icon-turned on-screen talent Vinnie Jones, Eubank joked: “On set of ‘The Gentleman’ today.”Maybe I should just become an actor… not getting punched in the face to earn a living sounds so nice!!”Rumours had started to swirl that the middleweight fighter had suffered a broken jaw during the Benn fight, speculation he was quick to rubbish when he appeared on Sky Sports this morning.He said: “When you get into a fight for 12 rounds there are injuries that are sustained.Most read in BoxingEubank Jr rubbished rumours of a broken jaw on Sky Sports todayCredit: Sky SportsCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”I got headbutted above my eye, right in the middle of the fight it opened up and I had to go and have surgery on that, I had to sew it up.”Conor Benn and Eddie Hearn ran away with the story that a broken jaw – there was no broken jaw here.Chris Eubank Jr almost died and was ‘touch and go’ in hospital after Conor Benn fight, claims father Chris Sr”We are strong, our bones are dense, I’m feeling good. I’m feeling grateful that the fight was so well received. I’m in a great place.”His comments came after he posted a message on Instagram addressing his wounds.He wrote: “As a fighter we sign up to walk through the fire. “Once you make it through, the burns and scars are what you have to show the world for the rest of your life. Present them with pride.”His father, Chris Eubank Sr, had claimed that Junior ALMOST DIED and was “touch and go” while in hospital.The 58-year-old boxing icon, who stunned the world when he arrived at the Spurs stadium to flank alongside his boy, revealed there were desperately worrying times when he didn’t know if his son would survive.Speaking on his Call Chris YouTube show, he said: “Junior was lying down on a stretcher and he was sensitive to light, so he always had a towel and something over his eyes.“He had a shroud around him, around his eyes and head, and just his beard poking out.“And in that moment he looked exactly like [his late brother] Sebastian, the spitting image. It’s real for us”Adding: “My son was in a touch-and-go situation, life or death.“He doesn’t respect that because he is a warrior and a warrior goes out on his shield, which he proved.Read More on The Sun“He’s not going to listen to the rules. If he can evade and sidestep the rules, he will, because he is a warrior.“It would be an extraordinary blessing for him, if he was wise enough to walk off into the sunset, there is nothing cooler than that, you cannot buy that.”Chris Eubank Sr was worried his son was going to lose his life in hospital after the fightCredit: Getty More

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      World champ green lights Jake Paul ‘money fight’ after hearing YouTuber’s sensational KO claim

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      A BOXING world champion has given the green light to a “money fight” with Jake Paul.The Problem Child has made many a bold claim since dipping his toes into the world of professional boxing in January 2020.Jake Paul has made several bold claims since making his professional boxing debut in 2020Credit: EPA’The Problem’ Child recently claimed he’d knock out Anthony JoshuaCredit: REUTERSPaul has also claimed he’d get the better of WBC cruiserweight champ Badou JackCredit: REUTERS’The Ripper’ has welcomed a ‘money fight’ against the YouTuberCredit: GETTYPaul’s immense self-belief has prompted sensational declarations that he can knock out the likes of Anthony Joshua and Canelo Alvarez.Among the names of current and former world champions Paul has claimed he can render unconscious is current WBC cruiserweight king Badou Jack.’The Ripper’ was stunned to hear Paul’s assessment of how a fight between them would go down, telling SunSport: “He said that? When?”The Swede, who returns to the ring on Saturday night against Noel Mikaelian, added: “I never heard about that, whatever. It’s a money fight.READ MORE ON JAKE PAUL”It’s an easy fight and it’s a money fight So, why not?”Paul hasn’t fought since his controversial crossover clash with boxing icon Mike Tyson last November.The clash of generational superstars proved to be a glorified sparring match as it went the full eight rounds, in which Tyson offered very little.Paul had his hand raised courtesy of a unanimous decision victory, although he clearly could’ve stopped the fight whenever he wanted to.Most read in BoxingJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSHe’ll face much more resistance in his next outing when he locks horns with another former world champion.Former WBC middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr – the son of Mexican boxing icon Julio Cesar Chavez – has been picked as Paul’s opponent for his June 28 return to action.Jake Paul reveals what Joshua told him on phone after ‘doesn’t have a chin’ jibe And Paul has vowed to take a giant step towards his dream of becoming a world titleholder by knocking out the 39-year-old.He said: “Five years ago, I stepped into the ring for my pro debut after a single amateur fight.”And every fight since has been a step towards becoming world champion. I just defeated the baddest man on the planet, and now I’m going against a former champion who conman Canelo couldn’t finish.”Chavez Jr. is Mexican, but I, El Gallo De Dorado, have the will and heart of the great Mexican fighters.On Saturday, June 28, live on DAZN pay-per-view, I will knock out Julio and make Chávez Sr. proud in ways Jr. never has.” More