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      Jake Paul reveals unlikely DMs between him and Tommy Fury just days before KSI fight

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      JAKE PAUL claimed he has already struck an agreement to rematch Tommy Fury in 2024. The YouTuber-turned boxer was handed his first defeat in February after losing a split-decision to Fury in Saudi Arabia.
      Jake Paul wants to rematch Tommy Fury in 2024Credit: Getty
      Tommy Fury and Jake Paul have been DMing each otherCredit: Getty
      But he snubbed an immediate rematch to instead return with a victory over ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 38, in August.
      Meanwhile Fury now faces Paul’s arch rival KSI on Saturday in Manchester.
      But according to Paul himself, he has set out to rematch Fury next year after the pair exchanged unlikely direct messages online.
      He said on NELK Boys podcast: “We’re in talks. We’ve DMd back and forth like, ‘Let’s do the rematch in 2024.’ So he’s down.”
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      Paul, 26, then claimed no matter the result of KSI’s fight with Fury, he still wants to settle their bitter feud in the ring.
      He said: “Look Tommy, KSI, whatever happens there both of those fights I want.
      “I want both of them regardless of what happens. Yes, win lose or draw I want the Tommy Fury rematch and I want to fight KSI.”
      KSI, 30, insisted that he turned his attention to Fury after failing in talks to fight Paul, whose brother Logan, 28, lost to the Londoner in 2019.
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      And KSI hinted he could retire from boxing if he beats 24-year-old Fury in a bid to further wind up his arch enemy.
      But Paul has urged KSI to fight him no matter what happens this Saturday.
      He said: “KSI if you beat Tommy go crazy bro, let that s*** rub your ego, say whatever you want to say.
      “But, guess what? Just because you maybe beat Tommy you didn’t beat me. Man to man and styles make fights, everyone knows that.”
      KSI facing off with Tommy Fury ahead of their fightCredit: PA
      Jake Paul was beaten on points by Tommy FuryCredit: Getty More

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      The boxing ruling that is a nightmare for Anthony Joshua in his mission to become three-time world champion

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA has been handed a blow in his hopes of becoming a three-time world champion. AJ’s promoter Eddie Hearn revealed plans to turn their attention to Filip Hrgovic after talks with Deontay Wilder stalled.
      Anthony Joshua with promoter Eddie HearnCredit: Reuters
      Hrgovic, 31, is the IBF mandatory challenger and the next in line to challenge for Oleksandr Usyk’s title.
      But Usyk has signed for a first ever four-belt undisputed bout with Tyson Fury, which will supersede Hrgovic’s mandatory position.
      As a result, the Croatian could be called into an “interim” title shot, guaranteeing him a crack at the full version in the future.
      Or, if the winner between Fury, 35, and Usyk, 36, was to vacate, Hrgovic would inherit the strap.
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      So Hearn was ready to shift his focus on to the IBF title route to give AJ a clear road to becoming champion again.
      But Swede Otto Wallin has now thrown a spanner in the works.
      Wallin, 32, is coming off a win against Murat Gassiev, 29, which is due to put him second in the IBF rankings.
      It means should Hrgovic be called into a final eliminator or interim title bout, it would likely be against Wallin and NOT Joshua.
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      Fury and Usyk’s proposed blockbuster deal in Saudi Arabia is believed to offer the loser a rematch.
      So if talks cannot be revived for Joshua, 33, to face Wilder, 37, Hearn revealed that Hrgovic would be an alternative.
      He told Boxing Social: “The Wilder fight is much bigger, but the Hrgovic fight comes with a world title.
      “That will always take priority, but we’ll have to see what plays out.
      “Again, we’re only hearing that it’s a two-way rematch Usyk-Fury, which is disappointing, but we’ll see.”
      Filip Hrgovic is a name linked with fighting Anthony JoshuaCredit: Getty More

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      Watch as KSI almost PASSES OUT in exhausting training for Tommy Fury fight

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      KSI almost PASSED OUT from exhaustion while training to fight Tommy Fury. The YouTube, music and boxing star faces Fury in a massive celebrity bout on Saturday in Manchester.
      KSI almost passed out from exhaustion as he trained to fight Tommy FuryCredit: X @HappyPunch
      KSI was left barely able to standCredit: X @HappyPunch
      And KSI lived up to his workaholic reputation in camp for the grudge match having been pushed to his absolute limit.
      In a clip from a pre-fight documentary, the Londoner is put through his paces on a versaclimber machine – a climbing-style workout.
      His head trainer Alexis Demetriades barks encouragement and counts down as KSI tirelessly works.
      After the round is over, the unbeaten social media sensation almost collapses into Demetriades’ arms.
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      Somehow, KSI then gets back on the machine for one final round of brutality.
      As he works away, Demetriades says: “Every single professional fighter in this gym, you need to beat them.”
      Fury, 24, comes into the fight having beaten KSI’s arch rival Jake Paul, 26, by split-decision in February.
      Whereas KSI, 30, last fought in May where he accidentally but illegally knocked out businessman-turned boxer Joe Fournier, 40, with an elbow.
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      But he snubbed a rematch to instead focus on outdoing Paul by attempting to beat Fury.
      KSI’s coaches are so committed to preparing him to the max they offered sparring partners bonus money to KO him.
      Demetriades said: “From where he was at when he first came to where he is now, he’s come on leaps and bounds.
      “He’s only sparring professional boxers, this whole camp, forget MMA fighters, forget amateurs.
      “He’s sparring guys 14-0, 13-0, 12-2, 8-0, 6-0, all with knockouts and all ranked by the British Boxing Board of Control.
      “If they think that we’re not taking this seriously, we’ve got guys who are ranked higher than Tommy Fury in the gym.
      “And they’re not just moving around, they’re trying to kill JJ and there’s bonus money on the table for them to knock him out.
      “From a coaching point of view, all I want to do is put the correct guys in front on KSI and see whether or not he can deal with that and if he can’t then he shouldn’t be fighting.”

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      Fans convinced Anthony Joshua ‘could pass for professional footballer’ after stunning free kick with David Beckham

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA has wowed fans by showing off his football skills.The British boxing star caught up with old pal David Beckham during a previous trip to Inter Miami.

      Anthony Joshua stepped up to take a free-kick
      David Beckham also rolled back the years
      While in South Florida, AJ hit the training pitch with former Manchester United star Becks.
      In a throwback video posted to social media, Joshua and Beckham both took free-kicks.
      Becks, 48, unsurprisingly curled his beyond the goalkeeper in trademark fashion.
      Joshua then raised a few eyebrows by whipping an impressive shot into the bottom corner himself.
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      Captioning the video, AJ wrote: “Kicking ball with my child hood hero.”
      Fans were left amazed by Joshua’s football skills.
      One wrote of the 33-year-old: “You could pass for a professional football player.”
      While a second gushed: “What a finish.”
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      A third even added: “Better then Ronaldo & Messi.”
      Joshua has been biding his time since defeating Robert Helenius last time out in August.
      The former heavyweight champion is believed to be targeting a blockbuster clash with Deontay Wilder.
      But he has been bizarrely called out by 56-year-old Riddick Bowe.
      Speaking on The Porter Way Podcast earlier this year, Bowe claimed: “In my prime, Anthony Joshua, he wouldn’t fight. I’d break him off something proper. Five (rounds).
      “And I’ll tell you what, if you give me enough money I’ll come out of retirement and show you better than I can tell you. You know my motto is ‘show me the money’.”
      Joshua was last in action against Robert HeleniusCredit: PA More

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      Dillon Danis appears to URINATE over Arsenal shirt in shock message to KSI days before Logan Paul fight

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      AN Arsenal shirt appeared to be urinated on by Dillon Danis during a bizarre video.The 30-year-old is set to fight Logan Paul at the AO Arena in Manchester on Saturday night.
      Dillon Danis called out KSI in his latest videoCredit: X/@dillondanis
      He turned his back to the camera and appeared to do a wee on an Arsenal shirtCredit: X/@dillondanis
      The bout is on the undercard with KSI’s clash against Tommy Fury headlining the action.
      And just days before getting in the ring, Danis decided to call out the British YouTuber-turned-boxer.
      KSI is a huge Arsenal fan and the MMA fighter addressed the clip of himself urinating to him.
      Danis said while holding a Gunners top: “Hey KSI, I heard you like Arsenal so I got you a little gift.”
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      He then chucked it on to the floor and turned his back to the camera, appearing to do a wee on the kit.
      Fans could not believe it, one said: “He just rattled the whole of Emirates.”
      Another added: “Dillon is a mennace.”
      A Tottenham supporter joked: “Wow my favourite tweet from you.”
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      Others hit back, saying: “Oh thank God I thought he supported Arsenal at first.”
      The build-up to Danis’ bout with Paul as been marred by controversy.
      He was hit with a restraining order due to harassment after repeatedly posting old pictures and videos of his opponents’ fiancee Nina Agdal while making X-rated comments about her.
      The model claimed to have “suffered humiliation, emotional distress, and reputational harm” from Danis’ tweets about her.
      It has led to Danis hinting that he could withdraw from the fight, saying: “Logan bragging about lawsuits again he isn’t built for the fight game, this p**** doesn’t deserve me I’m out.”
      UFC legend Mike Perry, who is Danis’ stand-in then tweeted a video, saying: “It’s official guys, I’m in.”
      But SunSport understands Danis is yet to officially pull out. More

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      Chris Eubank Jr’s trainer Brian ‘BoMac’ McIntyre swerves jail for carrying loaded gun in suitcase at Manchester Airport

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      CHRIS Eubank Jr’s trainer has avoided jail after he admitted carrying a loaded gun and ammo in his suitcase through Manchester Airport.Brian “BoMac” McIntyre was arrested at the airport in September after the weapon was found in his hold luggage by staff.
      Brian McIntyre was arrested at Manchester AirportCredit: Getty
      The 53-year-old appeared at Manchester Crown Court today where he admitted possession of a firearm and possession of ammunition for a firearm without a certificate.
      He swerved jail and was instead handed a 20 sentence suspended for two years.
      Boxer Terence Crawford was among those giving evidence on the trainer’s behalf.
      McIntyre, who is from the US, was detained after he checked in for a flight to Atlanta on September 3.
      Border Force allegedly intercepted the bag after a scan showed a weapon, magazine and ammunition inside.
      Armed police then swooped on Terminal 2 of the airport to arrest McIntyre.
      The trainer was in the corner for Eubank Jnr’s middleweight victory over Liam Smith in their Manchester rematch last month.
      He also trained Amir Khan for his fight with Kell Brook last year, and is also the trainer of American boxer Terence Crawford.
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      Greater Manchester Police said: “At around 10.45am on Sunday, 3 September 2023, officers were called to reports of a possible firearm being found in hold luggage by airport staff at Manchester Airport.
      “After initial inspection by security staff, GMP officers attended, and the firearm was seized.
      “Subsequently, a 53-year-old man was arrested for possession of a firearm and was taken to custody for further questioning.
      “Brian McIntyre (01/07/1970) from the United States of America was charged with possession of a firearm and possession of ammunition for a firearm without a certificate.”
      Eubank Jnr’s team declined to comment on the charges.
      McIntyre is Chris Eubank Jr’s trainerCredit: PA
      He also works with Amir KhanCredit: PA More

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      Ronald Malindi dies at 29: Undefeated South African boxing champion passes away weeks after being shot in head

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      RONALD MALINDI has passed away just weeks after being shot in the head.The South African fighter had been in hospital since the incident and died on Saturday.
      Ronald Malinidi has passed away
      Malindi competes in the batamweight division and did not lose any of his 19 fights.
      He was nicknamed “King”.
      The 29-year-old was reportedly shot twice in the head in Westbury, Johannesburg on September 5.
      Police at the time revealed they were investigating a case of “attempted murder after a man was shot by unknown suspects.”
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      Tributes flooded in following the announcement of his death, one read: “RIP champ.”
      Another added: “Terrible news.”
      Malindi’s trainer Sean Smith penned a touching tribute, saying: “Your presence will always be felt and missed in the gym.
      “You proved you can fight beyond odds and expectations time and time again.
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      “Never have I met such a tenacious warrior with a spirit of sing and dance.”
      Boxing South Africa said in a statement: “It is with deep sadness that we mourn the loss of Ronald “King” Malindi, a true South African bantamweight champion with an unblemished record of 19 professional fights without a single loss.
      “He stood just one victory away from securing sole possession of the SA bantamweight belt.
      “Our hearts are heavy as we bid farewell to this remarkable boxer.” More

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      Inside Tommy Fury’s glam lifestyle including wife Molly-Mae Hague, living in £3.5m mansion and driving a £130k Mercedes

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      TOMMY Fury has built himself an enviable lifestyle by thinking outside of the boxing.The fighter took time out of his career to star on Love Island in 2019 and it was the best decision he ever made.
      Tommy Fury lives an enviable lifestyle
      Fury found fame alongside Molly-Mae Hague on Love IslandCredit: Rex
      First, he met the love of his life Molly-Mae Hague and the pair set up a dream life together.
      Then, they splashed out £3.5million on a stunning Cheshire home, which the Pretty Little Thing ambassador added her design chic too.
      To top it off, Fury has been seen driving a top of the range Mercedes G Wagon worth £130,000.
      And there’s the small matter of his amazing watch collection, including a £50,000 Rolex Day-Date.
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      Love Island
      Almost overnight, Tommy – the brother of heavyweight champ Tyson Fury – became a millionaire.
      Despite building a promising boxing career, he decided to go on Love Island.
      First, to find love. Second, to raise his profile.
      Unlike many contestants on the ITV hit show, he achieved both – falling for Molly-Mae Hague.
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      The pair were the darlings of the fifth series, although remarkably they finished as runners-up.
      But clearly they were not losers as their winning life together now suggests.
      Appearing on Love Island certainly made Tommy a household name outside of boxing.
      Amusingly, though, he said he never watched it before he went on as a contestant or after.
      In an interview with Tom Moore, he said: “I never watched Love Island before doing it and I’ve not watched it since, didn’t even watch my own series back.
      “But it was one of those things, Love Island has given me the platform of a world champion already.
      “It put me out there, it helped me step out the shoes of being Tyson’s little brother, which was all I was called growing up, which isn’t a bad thing.
      “It’s amazing to be related to the best fighter there’s ever been, in my opinion. So that was amazing but it helped born me.
      “Everybody knows me now for Tommy Fury and what I’m like and my own personality.”
      On Love Island Fury and Hague became fans’ favouritesCredit: Rex Features
      Fury and Hague finished as runners-up but they have since amassed an estimated £10m fortune togetherCredit: Rex
      Home
      After Love Island, they first set up home at a £325,000 two-bedroom flat in Manchester.
      The pair made the property their love nest, before they decided to move to bigger and better digs.
      They then splashed £3.5million on a beautiful Cheshire abode in 2022.
      It boasts a staggering six bedrooms, multiple bathrooms, 5,000 sq ft of land and tranquil grounds.
      Dubbed the Molly-Maison, Hague regularly gives eagle-eyed fans a tour of the property on YouTube.
      She explained that several bedrooms in the house were being converted – one into a filming room for her videos and another for a dressing room.
      The pretty social media influencer added that the couple had been searching for an ideal home for three years.
      Molly-Mae shared a clip online revealing the house’s spare bedroom – with a large Buddha portrait and elaborate hanging lights.
      Neighbours include Marcus Rashford and Jordan Pickford.
      Molly-Mae showed off their stunning Cheshire home on YouTubeCredit: YouTube
      Tommy Fury and Molly-Mae paid £3.5m for the propertyCredit: YouTube
      Molly-Mae revealed one of the bathrooms on her YouTube channelCredit: YouTube
      Cars
      Fury has a net worth of more than £4million thanks to several sponsorships and endorsements as well as his boxing pay cheques, according to reports.
      His biggest purse came through his fight against Jake Paul in 2023, when he received a guaranteed £1.6million.
      On top of that, Fury netted a 35 per cent of the pay-per-view share.
      He has more than 4.8million Instagram followers and makes thousands of pounds every day from social media.
      And like his famous brother, Tommy is a petrol head and has been seen behind the wheel of some luxury cars.
      He has a preference for Mercedes, with his pride and joy being a C43 AMG that has a £61,000 price tag.
      But the most expensive car in his garage is a Mercedes G-Class that costs £130,000.
      The G-Wagen is characterised by its boxy styling and body-on-frame construction.
      The 2022 Mercedes-Benz G-Class takes 5.5 seconds to reach 60 mph from a standstill and 13.3 seconds for the quarter-mile.
      Tommy has also been seen sharing a £32,000 Mercedes A-Class Saloon with Molly-Mae.
      The sportiest car we’ve seen him with is the BMW i8 that’s an expensive £106,000.
      Fury shows off his £130k Mercedes G-ClassCredit: Instagram
      A BMW sports car also features in Fury’s car collectionCredit: instagram
      It has all the characteristics of a full-blooded sports car with its long wheelbase, short overhangs and a solid posture.
      Unlike all-electric vehicles, the i8 features a synchronous electric motor and a 1.5-litre TwinPower Turbo engine – giving drivers the flexibility to select between gasoline, electric, or an efficient blend of both.
      Wife
      Tommy’s wife Molly-Mae is a force to be reckoned with.
      They say behind every great man is a greater woman, and you can certainly say this is the case here.
      She has become the ultimate role model for young women, appearing down-to-earth and incredibly likeable.
      And Molly-Mae has expanded her business portfolio wisely to amass her own fortune, said to be around the £6million mark.
      Alongside her tanning moisturiser Filter by MollyMae she was the creative director for Pretty Little Thing from 2021 until she stepped down from the role in 2023 to concentrate on motherhood.
      Molly-Mae Hague is a brand ambassador for Pretty Little ThingCredit: Getty
      Fury and Hague got engaged in 2023Credit: Instagram
      Molly-Mae quit her creative director role at Pretty Little Thing to concentrate on motherhoodCredit: Splash
      Fury is the proud dad to daughter BambiCredit: Instagram
      But she stayed on as brand ambassador, which she has done since 2018.
      Back in February, Tommy and Molly-Mae celebrated the birth of their daughter Bambi.
      Months later, the happy couple revealed they were engaged – with Tommy dropping down to one knee to pop the question while on a luxurious trip to Ibiza.
      Watches
      Over the years, Tommy has been spied wearing a variety of high-end watches.
      Although, he and Molly-Mae were the subject of a 2021 burglary that led to a reported £800,000 worth of jewellery being stolen.
      So, it’s not clear what watches Tommy has now.
      He did have an amazing Day-Date White Gold Rolex worth an astonishing £50,000.
      Fury is a fan of Rolex watches and had a Day-Date White gold timepiece worth £50k
      A £40k Rolex Submariner also featured in Fury’s collection
      His preference has always been Rolex, with a Submariner worth £40,000 also part of his collection.
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      Finally, a classy Yacht Master II that retails at £18,000 completes his watch collection.
      And there’s still plenty of time to add to it. More