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      Joshua vs Wallin viewers in hysterics as TNT Sport cameras spot Cristiano Ronaldo looking ‘terrified’ of Conor McGregor

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      BOXING fans were in stitches as they saw Cristiano Ronaldo looking “terrified” of Conor McGregor.The global football icon was seated next to the outspoken Irishman to watch Anthony Joshua’s blockbuster bout with Otto Wallin in Saudi Arabia.
      Conor McGregor and Cristiano Ronaldo were seated next to each other in Saudi ArabiaCredit: Getty
      But fans reckon football legend Ronaldo was terrified of the IrishmanCredit: Getty
      Manny Pacquiao was called out by McGregor once againCredit: AFP
      Cameras panned to the pair ringside, just as UFC legend McGregor was aiming a rant at a Saudi boxing boss, about old rival Manny Pacquiao.
      But viewers on TNT Sport were more interested in the incredibly uncomfortable Ronaldo..
      McGregor ranted: “I love Manny, tell Manny to grow a set of balls. Tell Manny to grow a set of balls and fight me at a higher weight.
      “Why not? It’s his sport. If he wants me to come down to a smaller weight he should let me use more of my weapons.
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      “I should be able to kick, I should be able to grapple. Shouldn’t that be fair? Say it to him, is he a man or a mouse? Is Manny a man or a mouse?”
      He signed off his demands by sharing a laugh with Ronaldo – but fans were convinced the Manchester United was petrified deep down.
      One said: “Ronaldo is terrified of him.”
      Another added: “Ronaldo looks terrified.”
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      While airline Ryanair chimed in too, joking: “Middle seat vibes.”
      Pacquiao signed with Paradigm Management, who also represent McGregor, in 2020, to set up a potential bout between them.
      But PacMan would later be embroiled in a legal dispute with Paradigm, which he lost in May.
      Pacquiao, 45, was ordered to pay $5.1 million (£4m) after he fought Yordenis Ugas, 36, without Paradigm’s involvement.
      He retired after the loss but the Filipino hero has talked up a comeback ever since.
      McGregor, 35, has not returned to the ring since his 2017 loss to American Floyd Mayweather, 46.
      And he needed special permission from the UFC to cross over to the ring and break out of his contract.
      McGregor has refused to rule out another boxing match in the future having struck up a relationship with the Saudis.
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      He joined Pacquiao in Riyadh in October when ex-UFC champion Francis Ngannou, 37, controversially lost to Tyson Fury.
      And McGregor was back out in Saudi with Ronaldo, 38, to watch as Joshua topped the bill against Wallin.
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      Cristiano Ronaldo takes his seat ringside for Joshua vs Wallin wearing jazzy green Gucci jacket

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO led celebrities in attending the highly-anticipated “Day of Reckoning” boxing event.The Al-Nassr ace, 38, was pictured ringside for blockbuster show in Saudi Arabia.
      Cristiano Ronaldo led celebs in attendance at the blockbuster Day of Reckoning eventCredit: Getty
      Ronaldo was seen in a jazzy Gucci jacketCredit: Getty
      But the Al-Nassr ace still had time to pose for the camerasCredit: AFP
      He was pictured next to Frank Warren at one pointCredit: Reuters
      The former Manchester United star was seen in a stylish green Gucci jacket.
      Ronaldo, 38, completed his look with some shaded glasses.
      The football superstar was pictured next to promoter Frank Warren.
      He was later be joined by MMA star Conor McGregor, with the pair seen comparing watches after sitting next to each other.
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      McGregor, 35, is plotting his UFC comeback in 2024.
      But he has been busy making appearances at a number of major events throughout the year.
      However, despite his status, that did not prevent organisers from making a gaffe after accidentally spelling The Notorious’ first name with an extra “n”.
      The fight night is being headlined by heavyweight clashes between Anthony Joshua and Otto Wallin and Deontay Wilder’s clash with Joseph Parker.
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      But there were also fireworks in the earlier rounds which saw Daniel Dubois become the first fighter to defeat Jarrell Miller courtesy of a late 10th round stoppage.
      You can keep up with all the action from the event with SunSport’s Live Blog.
      He was later joined by Conor McGregorCredit: Getty
      The sporting icons were seen deep in conversationCredit: Getty
      McGregor wore a stylish purple outfitCredit: Getty
      Andy Ruiz Jr. was also seen ringsideCredit: Getty

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      Fans convinced Liverpool star Van Dijk asked referee very cheeky question after fuming with decision against Arsenal

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      FOOTIE fans are convinced Virgil van Dijk asked referee Chris Kavanagh if he’d “BEEN DRINKING” during Liverpool’s clash with Arsenal.The Kop defender was far from happy with the official’s decision to award the Gunners a free kick in the 52nd minute of the Anfield clash.
      Virgil van Dijk was far from happy with referee Chris Kavanagh in the second half of Liverpool’s clash with ArsenalCredit: EPA
      The Reds star appeared to ask the official if he’d been drinkingCredit: SKY SPORTS
      And he appeared to ask Kavanagh if he’d a pre-Christmas beverage after the call had gone against him.
      The Dutchman made a drinking gesture with his right hand before seemingly asking the ref if he’d had a cheeky tipple.
      One footie fan said: “Van Dijk has just asked the referee if he’s been drinking?”
      Another said: “Van Dijk has definitely had enough of this ref.”

      And another said: “Has Van Dijk just asked if the refs been drinking.”
      One remarked: “Virgil van Dijk to the referee – ‘Have you been drinking?’
      “Complete with hand gestures and all.
      And another said: “Captain Van Dijk asked the ref if he’s been drinking and got no booking.”
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      Mohammed Salah rescued a point for Liverpool in the 72nd minuteCredit: ALAMY
      The crunch Anfield clash ended in a 1-1 draw – which meant the visitors will top the Premier League table at Christmas.
      Gabriel Magalhaes broke the deadlock in the fourth minute with a well-placed header into the far corner.
      Mohamed Salah drew the Merseysiders level in the 29th minute with a sumptuous near-post finish after jinking past Oleksandr Zinchenko.
      Jurgen Klopp’s troops should have sealed the three points in the 72nd minute following a breakneck speed counterattack.
      Trent Alexander-Arnold had the goal at his mercy after being put through by Salah.
      But the fullback somehow managed to hit the crossbar – much to the frustration of the Anfield faithful.
      Mikel Arteta will have no doubt been happy to leave Merseyside with a point as it’s ensured his charges will top the Premier League table at Christmas.
      Arsenal will be back in action on Thursday, welcoming the in-form West Ham to the Emirates.
      Liverpool, meanwhile, will travel to Turf Moor on Boxing Day to take on Burnley. More

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      Daniel Dubois becomes first man beat drugs-cheat Jarrell Miller with stunning late stoppage with just SECONDS to go

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      DANIEL DUBOIS’ reinforced heart finally broke Jarrell Miller’s spiteful tongue and iron jaw.The timid 26-year-old heavyweight surrendered in his two previous defeats, in August to Oleksandr Usyk and in 2020 against Joe Joyce, and looked a broken boy.
      Daniel Dubois beat Jarrell Miller by KOCredit: Getty
      It was a back and forth battleCredit: Getty
      Miller was beaten for the first timeCredit: Getty
      But with the eyes of the supercritical boxing world – and ringside Cristiano Ronaldo – he battered the drug cheat who tried to rob Anthony Joshua in 2019.
      And stopped him in the tenth and final round to exorcise so many demons for the loveable lad.
      Dubois said: “I am glad I came through it, I showed my heart, I showed my heart.
      “I am a proud fighter, I want to go forward, this was an important fight for me. I had to dig very deep but I am glad I did it.
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      “I had to prove it to myself., that I am a real fighter who can be a champion and I silenced a lot of doubters tonight. I had to finish strong.
      Big Baby gave me a good fight and we can be friends for life now.
      Miller had spent all week teasing and insulting the shy and dedicated Brit, digging away at his quiet nature and intellect compared to his attention-grabbing stunts and sumo shape.
      Because Miller chose this week to convert to Islam and share the experience on social media, the Saudi crowd backed him, probably unaware of his grubby past as a life-endangering steroid cheat.
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      Dubois made the perfect start with a whipped left hook and a straight right hand slashing through Miller’s guard.
      But the thick-thighed 25stoner has a granite chin too and he shrugged off dozens of shots and waddled forward fearlessly.
      Dynamite Dan had to attack the fleshy bod  but he was warned for one very low accidental blow that lifted up Miller’s skirt.
      Dubois was getting dragged into Miller’s perfect type of brawl in the second, before a stiff jab made the American stagger backwards,.
      But instead of leading with his once-brilliant jab, he got sucked into a head-butting contest and shipped heavy shots before the bell saved him from a dark moment.
      But he got sucked into a shootout at close-range again and neglected his jab and fitness to slug it out with a human breeze block who sucks up punishment like it’s fun.
      Miller started round four barking “come on you bitch” but he was briefly silenced by another firm but rare jab.
      Then the Englishman was whacked and wobbled by an uppercut-hook combo that stung.
      The pair did not stop trading bombsCredit: Getty
      But it was Dubois who outworked his rivalCredit: Getty
      Dubois was letting Miller lean all over him, sucking up all of his energy, it was a worrying watch.
      Thankfully threw more jabs in the fifth than all four previous rounds combined but Miller was showing freakish resistance that was hopefully not boosted by more chemicals.
      Both men looked to be slowing down under all the pressure and pain so we needed Dubois to dig deeper than ever.
      Dubois’ left eye started to look worryingly wounded by the sixth and, the same peeper Joyce battered shut.
      Thankfully in round seven, 17st DDD lured Miller onto an uppercut after fancy footwork and clever defence in the opening minute impressed the crowd.
      Round eight was the best of Dubois’ latest litmus test as he used Miller’s giant 333lbs frame for target practice.
      Almost every jab, right hand and body hook landed but the ref gave him a final warning for leading with his head and he could not afford a deducted point in the final two sessions.
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      A textbook four-punch combination was the perfect start to round nine for Dubois, Miller was taking dozens of blows and returning very little.
      And with only a few seconds remaining, Dubois pummeled Miller for AJ and himself in a win that should fire him back into the big-time mix.
      Dubois celebrating his big winCredit: Reuters More

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      Conor McGregor flies to Saudi Arabia in private jet as UFC star prepares to reunite with Cristiano Ronaldo ringside

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      CONOR McGREGOR took a private jet to Saudi Arabia as he prepares to join Cristiano Ronaldo ringside to watch Anthony Joshua. AJ returns in Riyadh against Joseph Parker on the same night Deontay Wilder faces Joseph Parker.
      Conor McGregor took a private jet to Saudi Arabia
      The UFC star is out to watch Anthony Joshua
      McGregor boards the jet in a stylish blue suit
      The Irishman travels in style
      A win for the pair of former world heavyweight champions sets them up for a blockbuster back in Saudi in March.
      McGregor was in attendance for AJ’s last fight in August when he knocked out Robert Helenius at the O2 Arena.
      A month later, he was invited over to Tyson Fury’s crossover clash with ex-UFC champion Francis Ngannou.
      And he watched as Ngannou, 37, dropped Fury, 35, but lost a controversial points decision.
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      The fight caused Fury’s undisputed title decider with Oleksandr Usyk, 36, to be postponed to February 17.
      So Joshua, 34, and Wilder, 38, stepped in to co-headline and again the stars are out in Riyadh.
      McGregor, 35, travelled in style as he strutted across a runway to board his private jet wearing a sharp blue suit.
      And he will be seated next to football icon and Al-Nassr forward Cristiano Ronaldo, 38, in the front row.
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      Ronaldo took his seat next to promoter Frank Warren dressed in a green Gucci jacket.
      And McGregor was not far behind him as as he showed off his custom-made suit which had dollar bills printed on the back.
      He told Queensberry Promotions: “We’ve got the dough on the back!”
      McGregor soon took his seat next to Ronaldo and the multimillionaire pair were all smiles and even compared their watches.

      Ronaldo took his seat ringsideCredit: Getty
      The Manchester United legend with promoter Frank WarenCredit: Getty
      The sports stars reunited at the boxingCredit: Getty
      McGregor and Ronaldo sharing wordsCredit: Getty More

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      Boxing ring girl Apollonia Llewellyn stuns in tiny white bikini as fans call her ‘blonde bombshell’

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      APOLLONIA LLEWELLYN has stunned fans once again with her latest post on Instagram.The boxing ring girl soaked up the sun on a beach in California while posing for the camera.
      Apollonia Llewellyn stunned in her latest Instagram post
      She shared a selfie on the beach
      Fans loved her white bikini
      Apollonia sported a white bikini on her holidays in Los Angeles and left her adoring fans in awe of the way she looked.
      Many took to the comments section to shower her with compliments.
      One wrote: “Omg you look amazing!”
      While another added: “Lovely and radiant.”
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      A third labelled the 23-year-old as a “blonde bombshell”.
      And another fan simply commented: “You are beautiful!”
      Appollonia shared the photos with the caption: “Vitamin D is important” as she holidayed in LA for some sun over the winter months.
      The social media star has amassed an impressive following online with over 575,000 followers on Instagram.
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      And as well as her online presence she also works as a model and boxing ring girl.
      The Yorkshire lass rose to fame as part of a Misfits Boxing event last year and has made a huge name for herself.
      Inside Apollonia’s glamorous life as influencer, ring girl and model …
      Apollonia is no stranger to a daring snapCredit: INSTAGRAM
      She recently travelled to SantoriniCredit: INSTAGRAM
      Apollonia is often sharing photos of herself in a bikiniCredit: INSTAGRAM
      She has over half a million followers on InstagramCredit: INSTAGRAM
      Apollonia revealed he ‘idea of happiness’ is being ‘wind swept on the beach’ with this busty snapCredit: INSTAGRAM
      She shot to recognition as a member of the Misfits Boxing fight night team
      She has garnered her a huge social media presenceCredit: INSTAGRAM @apolloniallewellyn
      She has turned down a staggering £100,000 to pose nude beforeCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn
      The model insisted she isn’t money-orientedCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn
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      British boxing star Ellis Zorro given oxygen after suffering brutal first-round KO at hands of Aussie banger Jai Opetaia

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      JAI OPETAIA took out the anger of losing his world title on Brit Ellis Zorro with a brutal one-punch knockout. Opetaia landed in Saudi Arabia to feature on Anthony Joshua’s undercard with the news that he faced losing his IBF belt.
      Jai Opetaia landing the KO shot on Ellis ZoroCredit: Getty
      Ellis Zoro was knocked out by Jai OpetaiaCredit: Getty
      Zoro needed oxygen after the brutal KOCredit: Getty
      The Aussie had the choice of keeping the strap to defend against mandatory challenger Mairis Briedis or surrender it for the Saudi payday.
      Opetaia could not help but choose the career-high payday – and Zorro took the brunt of it.
      A massive left hook in the opening round left Zorro out for the count and needing oxygen.
      Opetaia – cousin to Premier League legend Tim Cahill – admitted he could not help but use the frustration of losing his belt to fuel the brutal backhand.
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      He said: “The last 18 months is just all part of the journey. I’m here, I’m in the ring, that’s all that matters.
      “That’s all in the past and it’s got me to where I am now so I’m just excited to be here and I’m excited for the next step.”
      Opetaia, 28, won the IBF title against Briedis, 38, in 2022 and made one defence until he was harshly stripped.
      But still with the Ring Magazine belt around his waist and deemed the No1 in the division, he is ready to welcome all comers.
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      Opetaia added: “Man, these dudes just put the people in front of me and I knock them out.”
      Promoter Eddie Hearn said: “You’ve got a guy in Oleksandr Usyk that became undisputed in the cruiserweight division, moved up and became unified in the heavyweight division.
      “I believe Jai is going to do exactly the same thing.”
      Opetaia is still Ring Magazine championCredit: Getty More

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      Eagle-eyed fans spot glaring error in Day of Reckoning ringside seating plan as Ronaldo between Saudi royalty & UFC icon

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      EAGLE-EYED fans haves spotted a glaring error in the seating plan ahead of Anthony Joshua’s fight with Otto Wallin.The British boxer is headlining the ‘Day of Reckoning’ fight card in Saudi Arabia.

      McGregor will be in attendance to watch Anthony Joshua face Otto WallinCredit: Getty
      McGregor’s first name was spelt wrongCredit: TNT SPORTS
      Fans spotted that his name was wrong on social mediaCredit: Getty
      Celebrities from all walks of life are expected to attend the bout with other high-profile fighters on show such as Deontay Wilder and Joseph Parker.
      The likes of football star Cristiano Ronaldo and boxing promoters Eddie Hearn and Frank Warren have been reserved seats.
      Ronaldo has been seated next to UFC star Conor McGregor.
      However, fans have spotted an error in the Irishman’s seat name.
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      McGregor’s first name has been misspelt and reads “Conner” with an extra “n” added in.
      One fan posted: “They have spelt Conor wrong.”
      A second wrote: “If they don’t get Conor McGregor‘s name right what chance do us other Conors have.”
      A third commented: “They didn’t even spell his name right.”
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      McGregor himself shared a video of the seats on his social media accounts.
      However, he appeared to miss the mistake as he wrote: “Out with the crocodile shoes, stay tuned.”
      Ronaldo will also be sat next to a ‘HE’ which has left fans stumped as to who it could be.
      However, HE stands for His Excellency and will be occupied by the Crown Prince and Prime Minister of Saudi Arabia Mohammed bin Salman.

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