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      Watch Nate Diaz bizarrely WALK OUT of Jake Paul face-to-face interview as fuming fans say he ‘doesn’t give a f***’

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      NATE DIAZ ramped up the mind games ahead of his showdown with Jake Paul by STORMING OUT of their face-to-face sitdown.The former UFC lightweight title challenger will make his professional boxing debut against the social media sensation in a Dallas dust-up early on Sunday morning.

      Nate Diaz will throw down with Jake Paul in a boxing match on Sunday nightCredit: DAZN
      Former UFC star Diaz continued his mind games by leaving a sitdown with PaulCredit: DAZN
      YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul couldn’t believe Diaz left their face-to-faceCredit: DAZN
      The pair, 38 and 26 respectively, recently took part in a traditional pre-fight sitdown hosted by veteran MMA journalist Ariel Helwani.
      But it ended prematurely when Diaz decided to up and LEAVE.
      Diaz’s early exit came after Paul hailed him by saying: “He’s a warrior, he’s put on some of the greatest fights in the history of MMA.
      “He has an amazing fanbase, obviously people love him for a reason and I know he’s coming to bring a war.
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      “That’s what he says, ‘Ready for f****ng war’.
      “I think the fans are the ones who get to win the most out of all of this because we both don’t want to lose and back down.”
      Diaz shocked both Paul and Helwani, by saying he would “be right back.”
      Fight fans were quick to comment, with one saying: “He doesn’t give a f**k.”
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      Another said: “This is the next level of I’m just showing up so I don’t get fined.”
      And another said: “Nate knows this is beneath him and he is just there for the paycheck.”

      MMA icon Diaz is no stranger to leaving media events early, dipping out of pre-fight press conferences for his 2016 rematch with Conor McGregor and upcoming clash with Paul.
      Problem Child Paul has been irked by Diaz’s lack of promotion for the fight, saying: “For my own pleasure, I like to fight people where it’s rowdy because it’s more entertaining for the fans.
      “It’s not as fun if there’s not as much s*** talk and funny moments leading up to the fight.

      “That’s why I do this, for my own joy and passion for this game. So it is disappointing for myself.
      “Nate has a massive name, he is a massive pay-per-view draw of UFC times.
      “To me, that’s exciting because I haven’t fought a massive pay-per-view draw in the prime of their career when they’re still hot and active.
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      “There was this beef and online banter back and forth that we’ve been trying and wanting to fight for a long time.”
      Former Disney star Paul will look to use Diaz as a stepping stone back to the win column following a split decision defeat in his February grudge match with Tommy Fury. More

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      Eddie Hearn reveals new date for Anthony Joshua vs Deontay Wilder as grudge match is put ‘on hold’

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA’s long-overdue grudge match with Deontay Wilder has seemingly been pushed back until NEXT YEAR.The former unified and WBC heavyweight champions were on course to settle their five-year-long feud in a lucrative Saudi showdown in December.
      Anthony Joshua is set to throw down with Deontay Wilder in a grudge matchCredit: RICHARD PELHAM
      The pair’s grudge match was initially slated for DecemberCredit: GETTY
      AJ promoter Eddie Hearn expects the pair to throw downCredit: REX
      But with AJ just weeks away from renewing his rivalry with Dillian Whyte in a domestic dust-up, promoter Eddie Hearn reckons the multi-million-pound melee will instead take place in January 2024.
      The Matchroom Boxing chief told Boxing News: “I think it will be January [Joshua vs Wilder].”
      Saudi boxing chiefs had hoped to have Tyson Fury’s protracted undisputed title fight with Oleksandr Usyk take place on the same night as Joshua vs Wilder.

      But Hearn doubts that will come to fruition as the Gypsy King will meet former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou in a controversial crossover clash in October.
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      He continued: “I’m not sure whether Fury vs Usyk gets made [on the same card].
      “I don’t expect the Ngannou fight will be so taxing that he can’t fight in January.
      “But at the same time he would have done a training camp.
      “And also you don’t know if he wants the fight, which lots of people suggest he doesn’t.”
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      Hearn laid the groundwork for Joshua’s big-money brawl with Wilder several months ago but admits further negotiations are on hold until after his rematch with Whyte.
      The 44-year-old said: “He said the finalisation of the Wilder fight is on hold until they [the Saudis] see what happen on August 12.
      “And that’s the risk that we’re in. It’s a big risk [facing Whyte], is it the right risk? We’ll find out.”
      “AJ wanted a real fight, he wasn’t motivated to take a lesser, smaller fight.

      “But the Wilder fight will be dependent on victory at the O2 Arena on August 12.”
      Joshua, 33, recently said of his second clash with Brixton Body Snatcher Whyte: “It’s a huge night for my career.
      “I’m gonna be victorious, 100 per cent.That’s my goal, that’s my plan. And yeah, that’s my motivation.
      “So yeah, I’m looking forward to it. Respect to the team. May the best man win.” More

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      Ring girl Apollonia Llewellyn leaves jaws on the floor with busty display in see-through bikini & fans say ‘I’m in love’

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      APOLLONIA LLEWELLYN has left fans with their jaws on the floor after her latest stunning post.The ring girl put on a busty display in a see-through bikini while chilling in the pool on holiday.
      Apollonia Lewellyn sent fans wild in a see-through bikiniCredit: Instagram @paige.renee
      The busty Brit is a boxing ring girlCredit: instagram @apolloniallewellyn
      Apollonia found fame with the MisfitsCredit: Instagram
      The 23-year-old from Leeds is a well-known face in the world of influencer boxing.
      She found global fame as a ring girl for KSI’s Misfits.
      Apollonia also regularly posts saucy snaps online.
      And she has amassed a loyal following as a result.
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      The blonde bombshell has recently been enjoying some time off from boxing.
      She first sunned herself on the Greek island of Mykonos.
      And she then jetted to the US for a beach holiday in Miami.
      Apollonia also spent time in Las Vegas.
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      The blonde bombshell hails from LeedsCredit: Instagram
      She sends fans wild with her picturesCredit: Instagram
      But with the summer drawing to a close, she returned to Mykonos for another sun-filled hurrah.
      And fans were left open-mouthed as Apollonia posed for a photo in a swimming pool while wearing an almost see-through bikini.
      Apollonia captioned the snap: “You got better when you met me and that ain’t coincidental.”
      One fan said: “I’m in love.”
      Another declared: “God knew what he was doing when he made you.”
      One noted: “Beautiful stunning and amazing as always!”
      Another added: “Uhh my God.”
      Apollonia has amassed a loyal army of followersCredit: Instagram / @apolloniallewellyn
      She is not shy when it comes to the cameraCredit: instagram @apolloniallewellyn More

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      Logan Paul feared brother Jake would kill himself after life spiralled out of control… before boxing saved him

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      LOGAN PAUL feared his brother Jake would kill himself after his life spiralled out of control – before boxing saved him.The American was at the height of his YouTube career when he began to get into trouble with the law.
      Logan Paul with brother Jake, dad Greg and mum PamCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Jake Paul’s life spiralled out of control at the height of his YouTube career
      He was slammed by neighbours for throwing wild parties and even had his $10million Los Angeles mansion raided by FBI where guns were confiscated.
      It led to sponsorships and opportunities being cut, with the social media personality on the brink of losing it all.
      In a new episode of the Netflix documentary series Untold about Jake, dad Greg said: “Jake was so close to being nothing, gone, done. Literally two months from being flat broke.”
      Jake, 26, admitted: “It’s not easy to be hate by the whole entire world. It creates a very dark mental place.”
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      Logan, 28, was also no stranger to controversy and online hate – but he opened up about fearing the worst for his younger brother.
      He said: “Both my dad and I felt worried for my brother’s life. Jake’s always been pretty emotionally unpredictable and volatile.
      “There was a point where we were both legitimately concerned that Jake was going to kill himself.
      “He needed purpose and I didn’t know what he was going to do. What’s he good at?”
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      Logan would help Jake find the purpose he so desperately craved.
      In 2018, they would fight on the same night against British rivals KSI and brother Deji.
      Logan drew with KSI but Jake would beat Deji in an event few knew would change the landscape of boxing.
      Jake would go on to set his sights on a career in boxing, which in turn finally got him back on the right track.

      Since his professional debut in 2020, the prankster-turned-prizefighter has fought seven times.
      He has beaten ex-MMA champions Ben Askren, Tyron Woodley and Anderson Silva on the way.
      But in February, Jake was beaten for the first time, losing a split-decision to boxing rival Tommy Fury, 24.
      Now, he returns over the weekend in Texas against ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 38, in a bout he insists is the start of his comeback.
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      Jake said: “I’m back, baby. The comeback starts now, we’ve got a new team, new mindset, new training schedule.
      “And guess what? I’m knocking this motherf***er out.”
      Jake Paul beat KSI’s younger brother Deji in his first fightCredit: Reuters
      Jake Paul facing off with Nate DiazCredit: @mostvaluablepromotions
      You’re Not AloneEVERY 90 minutes in the UK a life is lost to suicide.
      It doesn’t discriminate, touching the lives of people in every corner of society – from the homeless and unemployed to builders and doctors, reality stars and footballers.
      It’s the biggest killer of people under the age of 35, more deadly than cancer and car crashes.
      And men are three times more likely to take their own life than women.
      Yet it’s rarely spoken of, a taboo that threatens to continue its deadly rampage unless we all stop and take notice, now.
      That is why The Sun launched the You’re Not Alone campaign.
      The aim is that by sharing practical advice, raising awareness and breaking down the barriers people face when talking about their mental health, we can all do our bit to help save lives.
      Let’s all vow to ask for help when we need it, and listen out for others… You’re Not Alone.
      If you, or anyone you know, needs help dealing with mental health problems, the following organisations provide support:

      CALM, www.thecalmzone.net, 0800 585 858
      Heads Together, www.headstogether.org.uk
      Mind, www.mind.org.uk, 0300 123 3393
      Papyrus, www.papyrus-uk.org, 0800 068 41 41
      Samaritans, www.samaritans.org, 116 123
      Movember, www.uk.movember.com
      Anxiety UK www.anxietyuk.org.uk, 03444 775 774 Monday-Friday 9.30am-10pm, Saturday/Sunday 10am-8pm More

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      I’ve received WhatsApp messages from Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury because of what I said about them – the truth hurts

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      CARL FROCH has received messages from both Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury after he slammed the heavyweight pair.The former unified super-middleweight champion is no stranger to sharing his opinions on the British bruisers – which he’s done in numerous interviews and on his podcast.
      Carl Froch regularly speaks out on former heavyweight champ Anthony JoshuaCredit: GETTY
      The Cobra also has plenty to say on WBC heavyweight king Tyson FuryCredit: GETTY
      Froch claims to have received several angry messages from AJ and FuryCredit: GETTY
      And he claims Joshua – who he’s been in a public war of words with over the last few months – has taken umbrage to his comments to the point where he’s angrily messaged him.
      He told The Daily Star: “I have no personal animosity with him, but when I speak on my channel – Froch on Fighting, it’s the best YouTube channel out there – I just try to be honest.
      “I say what the fans are thinking and sometimes it hurts people. They know the truth hurts.”
      Froch claims Joshua quickly deletes his WhatsApp tirades before he gets the chance to read them.
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      The 46-year-old added: “I have had three or four messages from AJ.
      “But he has deleted them before I could see them on WhatsApp. That’s a true story.”
      WBC heavyweight champion Fury has also taken exception to Froch’s recent comments about his upcoming fight with MMA star Francis Ngannou.
      The Cobra revealed: “Tyson Fury messaged me the other day, just to justify the Ngannou fight, which is just about the money, but we know that anyway.
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      “I have had a couple of messages but it’s all friendly, no nasty stuff.
      “The only person who was ever nasty was George Groves.”
      Froch’s recent gripe with Joshua stems from the former two-time unified heavyweight champion’s comments about his separation from long-time trainer Robert McCracken.
      Froch said: “He recently parted company with Rob McCracken which I have got no problem with at all.
      “But when he starts saying things like he has wasted his best years with Rob McCracken and he’s got to make up for lost time.

      “I think, ‘Come on, he took you to Olympic gold, he took you to multiple world titles which you defended.
      “‘You didn’t win it all; you lost to Ruiz and lost the rematch to Usyk with your new coach.
      “Have some respect.'”
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      Joshua, 33, will be back in action a week on Saturday in a domestic dust-up with long-time rival Dillian Whyte.
      Fury’s controversial crossover clash with Ngannou, meanwhile, will take place in Saudi Arabia on October 28. More

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      What is Jake Paul’s weight?

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      ALTHOUGH Jake Paul is popular for his viral YouTube channel, he has turned his attention toward a boxing career.The vlogger and influencer is also a junior heavyweight.
      Before his boxing matches, ‘Problem Child’ Jake Paul is required to get weighedCredit: Getty
      What is Jake Paul’s weight?
      Jake Paul weighs an estimated 190 pounds and stands at 6 feet 1 inch.
      In the boxing world, he is considered a cruiserweight or junior heavyweight.
      The self-proclaimed Problem Child gets weighed periodically as he has been participating in boxing fights for the past three years.
      Jake began training to be a Navy Seal before he started posting Vine videos in September 2013.

      By the time the app was axed in 2017, the influencer had amassed 5.3million followers and over two billion plays.
      Who has Jake Paul fought during his boxing career?
      On January 30, 2020, Jake made his professional boxing debut in Miami.
      His first match was against fellow YouTuber AnEsonGib; he won the fight during the second round.
      Jake’s subsequent matches include:
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      November 28, 2020 – Opponent: Nate Robinson
      April 17, 2021 – Opponent: Ben Askren
      August 29, 2021 – Opponent: Tyron Woodley
      December 18, 2021 – Opponent: Tyron Woodley
      October 29, 2022 – Opponent: Anderson Silva
      February 26, 2023 – Opponent: Tommy Fury
      August 5, 2023 – Opponent: Nate Diaz

      During his fight against Tommy Fury, Jake experienced his first loss when he was defeated by the Love Island star.
      “I don’t know what else could really compare to being a professional fighter,” he said of his boxing career.
      The influencer told Rolling Stone: “Showing up and working your a** off, being alert…I think it’s probably the hardest thing in the world you could possibly do.
      “When I got the opportunity to box when I was 21, it brought back the old Jake Paul.
      “It brought back the competitive, athletic Jake Paul. I just fell in love with it.
      “When I won my first boxing match, it was one of the best feelings I’ve ever experienced in my life.”
      Jake Paul pictured during his boxing match against Tyron WoodleyCredit: Getty
      How can I watch Untold: Jake Paul the Problem Child?
      On August 1, 2023, Untold: Jake Paul the Problem Child premiered on Netflix.
      The docuseries is available exclusively to the platform’s subscribers. More

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      Who is professional boxer Jake Paul?

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      JAKE Paul’s viral clips on Vine led to his casting in Disney Channel’s Bizaardvark.Eventually, the influencer pivoted his career path toward boxing.
      Known for his online popularity, Jake Paul is also a professional boxerCredit: Getty
      Who is professional boxer Jake Paul?
      Born on January 17, 1997, Jake Paul is an American Internet personality and boxer from Cleveland.
      In 2013, his videos on Vine started trending and accumulated over 5million views.
      By the time Vine ceased operations, Jake racked up 2billion views.
      “For us it was just this hobby, we made videos for a couple years and developed this natural act of storytelling and video creating without really knowing what we were doing,” Jake recalled.

      He told Forbes: “I got into a competition with my brother over who could make better Vine videos.
      “We had the taste of viral success of how to make a video that a bunch of people want to see.
      “We kept duplicating it and coming up with more creative ways to grow our audience.
      “At the time, we were blown away and we loved it. Every day, I’m trying to push the boundaries creatively and sometimes it does push the boundary too far, and that’s what I had to learn.”
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      In 2016, he was cast as Dirk Mann in the Disney Channel series Bizaardvark.
      By the next year, he was fired from the show after two seasons.
      On January 30, 2020, Jake made his professional boxing debut in Miami.
      His first match was against fellow YouTuber AnEsonGib; he won the fight during the second round.
      On February 26, 2023, he experienced his first loss after he was defeated by Love Island’s Tommy Fury.
      Jake Paul’s Vine clips reached 2billion views before the app was shut down
      What is Jake Paul’s net worth?
      According to Celebrity Net Worth, Jake’s fortune is estimated to be $60million.
      His minimum yearly salary is reported to be $20million.
      His net worth is attributed to his earnings from boxing matches, merchandise, and social media endorsements.
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      How can I watch Untold: Jake Paul the Problem Child?
      On August 1, 2023, Untold: Jake Paul the Problem Child premiered on Netflix.
      The docuseries is available exclusively to the platform’s subscribers. More

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      Meet the stunning ring girls for Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz, including topless models and magazine cover girl

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      JAKE PAUL will look to bounce back from defeat to Tommy Fury when he takes on Nate Diaz on Saturday night.The YouTuber turned fighter, 26, takes on former UFC star Diaz, 38, who is making his professional boxing debut in Dallas this weekend.
      Jake Paul, left, will look to bounce back from a defeat to Tommy FuryCredit: Getty
      Nate Diaz is making his professional boxing debutCredit: AP
      The four ring girls working Paul vs Diaz on Saturday nightCredit: Instagram
      And it promises to be an impressive spectacle inside the American Airlines Center – which holds 20,000 people.
      Before the main event, Amanda Serrano defends her undisputed featherweight crown against American Heather Hardy.
      And each fight on the card will see the same four ring girls telling the crowd the round numbers as the action takes place.
      Here is some info on each of the women working on Paul vs Diaz on Saturday night.
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      Kourtney Kellar
      Kourtney Kellar will be one of four ring girls at the eventCredit: Instagram
      She has appeared as a model at New York Fashion WeekCredit: Instagram
      Kourtney Kellar has a huge 700,000 fans on InstagramCredit: Instagram
      Kourtney is a born and bred Dallas residentCredit: Instagram
      Kourtney Kellar was born in Dallas, Texas and is the youngest of three children.
      She went to Henderson State University and graduated nine years ago with a degree in athletic training.
      Since then, she has become a model and won the Miss Texas International tournament.
      She has also starred at New York Fashion Week and appeared on the front cover of the Malvie magazine.
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      Kellar has amassed a substantial social media following with more than 700,000 fans on Instagram.
      She is also engaged to NBA centre Isaiah Hartenstein who plays for the New York Knicks.
      The couple got engaged last year after Hartenstein slid into her DMs on social media.
      Speaking about getting into ring girl work, she said: “My first fight was Canelo Alvarez versus Gennady Golovkin II in Las Vegas [in 2018].
      “All of these opportunities helped build my portfolio, network and social media presence.”
      Whitney Clark
      Whitney Clark is another ring girl that has been announced for the eventCredit: Instagram
      As well as a model, she is also a singerCredit: Instagram
      Whitney has more than 150,000 followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram
      She enjoys singing covers of her favourite songsCredit: Instagram
      Whitney Clark has gone past the 150,000-follower mark on Instagram as she prepares to ring girl for Paul vs Diaz this weekend.
      She often shares a host of snaps from various locations – most recently posting snaps while in Mexico.
      Clark also promotes her music on social media – showing off her impressive voice.
      Her videos often involve her covering a song she particularly loves.
      Announcing her involvement on the Paul vs Diaz card, she said: “August 5th. Dallas TX. Blessed and honoured to be an official event model.
      “You won’t want to miss this! 😈🥊 #PaulDiaz.”
      Raphaela Milagres
      Raphaela Milagres is a Brazilian ring girl working at Paul vs DiazCredit: Instagram
      Raphaela often shares stunning pictures on social media
      Raphaela is known as a fitness modelCredit: Instagram
      She frequently shares fitness workout videosCredit: Instagram
      Raphaela Milagres has a relatively low profile on social media when it comes to the ring girl circuit.
      She is a Brazilian fitness model who is known to have competed as a fitness model in the 2019 Arnold Classic.
      Milagres has been involved in several workout videos which show people how to stay in shape.
      And she does regularly share sexy snaps to her Instagram – albeit with a fewer number of followers.
      Milagres has only recently exceeded 100,000 fans on the platform.
      Calah Jackon
      Calah Jackson is the final ring girl working at the Paul vs Diaz eventCredit: Instagram
      She gained fame on a reality dating showCredit: Instagram
      Calah is also a local resident of Dallas, TexasCredit: Instagram
      She was a project manager before gaining fame on reality TVCredit: Instagram
      Calah Jackson has just 63,000 followers on Instagram, but that has not stopped her from landing a ring girl job on Paul vs Diaz.
      She made her name after appearing on the reality show “Joe Millionaire: For Richer or Poorer”.
      And she won the show after being picked by Steven McBee – who had to choose one woman to date from 18 contestants.
      She was a project manager before going on the show, but is now making waves as an influencer and ring girl.
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      From Dallas, Calah gives off the vibe she is into sports as she has been snapped on the golf course and tennis court.
      And announcing her involvement in Paul vs Diaz, she said: “Paul x Diaz | August 5th, Dallas TX. See you there! 🥊.” More