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      Tyson Fury boasts he could take on rivals Anthony Joshua & Oleksandr Usyk at once

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      BOXING champion Tyson Fury has boasted he could take on two of his biggest rivals at the same time.The Gypsy King also revealed the only way to beat him is “with a big f***ing stick while I’m asleep”.
      Tyson Fury told a Q&A he could take on Oleksandr Usyk and Anthony Joshua at onceCredit:
      His comments came during a question and answer session with Fury, 34, in Tenerife.
      He was asked who he would like to fight next, with Ukrainian champ Oleksandr Usyk and Brit hero Anthony Joshua mentioned.
      Fury replied: “I’d have a handicap match with them two versus me, at the same time. But I don’t think they want to fight me.”
      He and Usyk, 36, had been touted to fight in Saudi Arabia last month but their camps failed to reach a deal.
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      Fury later demanded the fight be held at Wembley Stadium.
      It prompted Usyk to accuse him of being “very afraid of losing” and he branded him the Gypsy Queen.
      Asked at the event which boxer past or present he would most like to fight, Fury said: “I’d fight Tyson Fury. I know how to beat him.
      “You beat Tyson Fury with a big f***ing stick while he’s asleep.”
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      Punters, who paid up to £218 for a ticket, then joined in as Fury serenaded them with a rendition of Neil Diamond’s Sweet Caroline.
      Fury is confident Brit heavyweight Anthony Joshua would not pose a threat on his ownCredit: Rex
      Fury has been involved in a war of words with rival Oleksandr UsykCredit: Getty More

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      Conor McGregor ready to fight Canelo Alvarez ‘no f****g problem’… but tells Eddie Hearn he will have to ‘co-promote’

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      CONOR McGREGOR said he would fight Canelo Alvarez “no f****g problem” – but Eddie Hearn has to settle for a co-promotion. McGregor made his professional boxing debut in 2017, losing to American legend Floyd Mayweather in ten rounds.
      Conor McGregor is open to fighting Canelo AlvarezCredit: Rex Features
      Canelo Alvarez is boxing’s biggest superstarCredit: AP
      And despite the UFC showing no signs of giving the Irishman another exemption to fight outside the promotion, he has teased a boxing return.
      Lefty McGregor has studied the losing efforts of southpaws Billy Joe Saunders, 33, and John Ryder, 34, both beaten by Canelo.
      And it leaves MMA’s greatest superstar leaving the door open to a bout with boxing’s biggest attraction.
      McGregor said: “I saw Ryder, I’m a southpaw, Ryder was a southpaw, Billy Joe was a southpaw, I’ve seen methods, I’ve seen things I’d do. 
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      “I know he’s waining, I’d fight Canelo no f****g problem. Out straight. No problem.” 
      Canelo, 32, has been promoted by Hearn for the last three years.
      But McGregor, 34, joked should he face the Mexican superstar the pie would have to be split down the middle.
      He said: “You know the level I’m at, at best co-promote! At best co-promote.”
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      McGregor has linked up with Hearn to promote Katie Taylor’s long anticipated homecoming fight.
      Taylor, 36, challenges Chantelle Cameron, 32, for the undisputed super-lightweight crown in Ireland’s first boxing event since 2014.
      McGregor’s Forged Irish Stout and Tidl recovery spray has sponsored the event and kickstarted a friendship with Hearn.
      Speaking at his Black Forge Inn pub, he said: “I love him, he’s clued in, he’s in tune and he’s committed to the fighters and the sport and he’s very, very passionate and you can tell all day. 
      “It’s great to do business with him, great to be partnered with him, great to be friends with him and that’s it. He’s a top man.” 
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      John Fury reveals Mike Tyson has AGREED to fight him after meeting at Jake Paul fight in Saudi Arabia

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      JOHN FURY claims Mike Tyson accepted his offer of a boxing clash when the pair met in Saudi Arabia.The two bumped into each other in February while watching Tommy Fury’s win over Jake Paul.
      Mike Tyson and John Fury met recently in Saudi ArabiaCredit: @IDBOXINGNEWS
      They warmly embraced by shaking hands with Fury delighted to have met his idol and the man he named his son Tyson after.
      And now the duo could meet again in the ring with Fury claiming Tyson has accepted his invitation to fight.
      He told the Mirror via FreeBets.com: “I did say to him in the podcast [not yet released] me and you should do something and fight.
      “You know what he said? ‘Yeah I would love that’. When he said that to me that is the highlight of my life.
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      “If I can get in the ring, punch-for-punch, whatever he wants to do if I get carried out or die on a stretcher that is my life completed.
      “Because who is better than a man who meant a lot to me because I named my son after him. Tyson is the heavyweight king so I think the world of him.
      “He is a great guy, a man’s man with no bull**** and he has learned from his experiences knowing what people are now. He is a rough ride like me we have both learned a lot haven’t we.”
      The pair recently enjoyed dinner together alongside Tyson Fury, Derek Chisora and legendary announcer Michael Buffer.
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      Tyson, 56, has not fought since coming up against Roy Jones Jr in an exhibition bout in November 2020.
      But he is keen to return to the ring and admitted he would even be willing to compete in WWE.
      He is even eyeing a clash with Logan Paul, claiming he would “kick his ass”.
      Tyson said: “Have you ever seen me wrestle before?
      “I would do it! I would kick his ass, yes I would do it. Even though I love him, though.
      “This is what I found out about WrestleMania: Everybody says ‘that’s fake, that’s fake.’ But the check is real.
      “Deep down inside—don’t let [WWE] know—I would do this for free.” More

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      Tyson Fury calls out Oleksandr Usyk and lays out terms for summer showdown at Wembley before slamming Wilder and Dubois

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      TYSON FURY has called out Oleksandr Usyk for a summer showdown – asking the Ukrainian to “rekindle” their fight plans.The undefeated heavyweights were close to agreeing a bout before talks fell through in March.
      Tyson Fury has called out Oleksandr Usyk for a summer showdownCredit: Instagram @tysonfury
      Usyk and Fury were close to agreeing to an April fight before talks broke downCredit: Getty
      Usyk had agreed to a 30 per cent split before his team pulled the plug on the fight after Fury moved of the goalposts.
      It was then revealed earlier this week that talks had resumed but were at a standstill.
      Now Fury has once again challenged Usyk to a mouthwatering undisputed clash at Wembley this summer.
      In an Instagram message to Usyk and his team, Fury said: “I’m sick of all this back and forward ‘he said, she said’. Why don’t we just do this?
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      “Why don’t we fight this summer, me and you, at Wembley stadium for the percentage you’ve already agreed.
      “And if you want the rematch so desperately, you can have one. I don’t need rematches, I don’t need nothing because I’m going to cut you down like cheese.
      “So here’s the offer. Let’s do the fight at Wembley this summer, me and you.”
      Fury went on to aim a dig at Deontay Wilder and Daniel Dubois – who Usyk has been linked with fighting instead of the Gypsy King.
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      He continued: “Forget about fighting Deontay Wilder who I’ve knocked out twice, and forget about fighting Daniel Dubois who’s not on our levels.
      “You’ve already beat [Anthony] Joshua. The only fight left is me and you for undisputed.
      “I know you didn’t fancy it the first time so let’s see if we can rekindle it and have a good fight for the fans. Let’s get it on! Make the right decision.” More

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      KSI stripped of Joe Fournier win after controversial ‘elbow’ KO with fight deemed a ‘no contest’

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      KSI’S controversial win over Joe Fournier has been overturned to a no-contest.The YouTube sensation, 29, clinched a second-round stoppage victory on Saturday night after appearing to elbow Fournier as he unloaded a barrage of punches at the end of the contest.
      KSI’s controversial elbow has led to the fight being made a no-contestCredit: Getty
      The YouTuber has been stripped of his fourth professional victoryCredit: PA
      Joe Fournier has called for a rematch but KSI insists he has no interestCredit: PA
      On the night, KSI was awarded the win – much to Fournier’s fury.
      But now PBA Boxing, who sanctioned the fight, have taken away the win and ruled it a no-contest following a “reviewed decision”.
      Fournier submitted a protest which KSI responded to.
      And now the PBA have confirmed that “after a thorough review of the evidence and representations, along with the assistance of Mr Micky Vann (the Supervisor in charge) and an eminent Barrister where necessary, Mr Gareth Morris [referee of the fight] came to an independent decision.”
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      They went on to add: “Even though KSI was winning the fight, the blow with the forearm/elbow has been found to be accidental and the obvious disappointment that will follow, it has been decided that the contest is declared a No Decision in accordance with the Rules.
      “The PBA has conducted the review properly, fairly and with legal assistance throughout as the bout was sanctioned and regulated under the unified rules of boxing.
      “We have ensured that this process was conducted swiftly and fairly to uphold the integrity of boxing.”
      The change of result means KSI remains on 3-0 as a professional fighter.
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      His wins have come against Swarmz, Luis Alcaraz Pineda and FaZe Temperrr.
      After the Fournier fight, KSI wrote: “I worked very hard for this fight and had an intense and gruelling camp.
      “There’s no better feeling than being in that ring and having my hand raised in front of my loyal and amazing fans who I appreciate so much.
      “Unfortunately the victory which was inevitable no matter what, is tarnished and I hate that. It sucks!
      “After landing my overhand he was pretty much out on his feet and I went for a short right hook as Joe clinched me and fell into me.

      “I landed that hook and my glove made contact but appears to have been followed by unintentional contact with my forearm.
      “I’m gutted that it’s not as clean a win as I wanted and it feels like it diminishes my hard work with my trainers.
      “Either way I hope you enjoyed the show and appreciate the support. Sorry to all the fans disappointed with it. No one is more so than me.”
      In the aftermath, Fournier has called for a rematch and labelled KSI a “cheat” and an “embarrassment”.
      But KSI insists he has no interest in running it back – even if it was deemed a no-contest.
      Instead, he is focused on taking on Love Island star Tommy Fury – who defeated KSI’s rival Jake Paul back in February.
      He added: “I was beating him and it was easy. It [was] way easier than I thought it would be.
      “And I’m just like, what’s the point? Why not? And if anything, most people are like, ‘What’s the point?’
      “The public are like, ‘We don’t care. You beat him anyway, so fight Tommy Fury.’
      “People want to see me get tested. People are sick and tired of me just deleting people.
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      “They’re like, ‘Alright, cool. Let’s see how you do against Tommy Fury. If you delete him, then fine, you’re the GOAT, and then we’ll never say a bad word again’.
      “But right now it’s like, they want to see me get tested.” More

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      Boxing legend in frame to star in groundbreaking competition featuring regional teams and festival experience for fans

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      A LEGENDARY fighter is in the frame to star in a groundbreaking boxing competition that will feature regional teams and a festival experience for fans.Teams from London, Leeds, Manchester and Birmingham will contest a series of exciting boxing events in a first of a kind competition this year with the launch of The Box Off.
      A brilliant new boxing competition is set to be launched this yearCredit: Getty
      The ground-breaking new format is aimed at giving bright hopefuls a big platform and engaging a new era of fans.
      And it is backed by the British Boxing Board of Control and promoted by Paul Webb.
      The Box Off will see regional teams compete head-to-head with each other in a series of exciting promotions which will pitch some of the country’s best up and coming talent against each other.
      In a first for the sport, the outcomes of the bouts will not only reward individual fighters, but also gather points towards an overall team total to declare The Box Off Team champion.
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      The teams from across the country will be the first to take part in the exciting new format, which will see the boxing take the starring role alongside the creation of an immersive festival experience for fans in attendance, including musical entertainment.
      Each side will be captained by a big-name ambassador, with Sun Sport learning that one huge name is already in contention.
      The teams will be matched in two semi-finals, deciding which individual fighters will go through to the final.
      The format will see fighters from London and Birmingham face off in one half of the draw, with fighters from Leeds taking on Manchester in the other.
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      And in a bid to capture the new generation of boxing fans, the events will be beamed live on YouTube as well as The Box Off final also potentially set to be aired exclusively on the BBC, with positive discussions ongoing and more details to be revealed.
      The Box Off is also committed to using boxing as a positive force to highlight challenges impacting young people in local communities, helping to raise awareness of mental health and knife crime issues.
      Webb, promoter of The Box Off, said: “Boxing in Britain has an amazing depth of talent, but outside of the big promotions the fighters don’t always get the opportunities and profiles they deserve.
      “With the way it’s structured, we’ve seen the sport used as a vehicle for influencers to cash in, and in doing so they have attracted a new generation of fans.
      “The Box Off’s ambition is to provide the fun and entertainment of the shows we’ve seen online, but crucially also deliver top quality fights with boxers well matched and striving for bigger things.
      “The format gives a new dimension to boxing shows, in keeping with the modern audience, and the shows will deliver entertainment both in and out of the ring.”
      Webb continued: “It also offers a platform to some of the best up and coming talent in the country to make a mark and gain a following – and unlike other shows it won’t be about selling tickets for them to get paid.
      “They will get money for their involvement and potentially for how well they perform as well.
      “Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham and London have been the real hotbed regions for producing fighters and now we get to see how they get on when pitted against each other – and we’ve already had massive interest from other big cities like Liverpool, Glasgow and Cardiff.”
      Robert Smith, general secretary of the British Boxing Board of Control, said: “It’s important for boxing to evolve and stay relevant, whilst also retaining the essence of what the sport is all about.
      “The Box Off concept does just that. It puts the sport front and centre of the action, and gives fighters their chance to build a career. And it also provides a unique team format which has the potential to bring new fans to the sport, and we’re interested to see how it grows in strength.”
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      While Razi Hassan, co-founder, added: “The Box Off has been three years in the making and the time is right to showcase the best of British boxing with a twist.
      “There are lots of opportunities to get involved, so whether you are a boxing fan, new to the sport, or a brand that wants to get on board, we’d be excited to hear from you.” More

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      Katie Taylor’s professional boxing career started with a DM to Eddie Hearn… now she is on the brink of making history

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      A PRIVATE message to promoter Eddie Hearn started Katie Taylor’s professional boxing career – now she is on the brink of history. Taylor, one of Ireland’s most beloved and adored sports stars, almost single-handedly got women’s boxing into the Olympics.
      Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn with Katie TaylorCredit: �Mark Robinson Photography Ltd
      Credit: Twitter / @EddieHearn
      She boxed in exhibitions in front of Olympic chiefs and successfully convinced them women had a right to box in the London 2012 Games.
      Taylor would go on to win gold but she was stunned in defeat four years later in Rio, losing in the quarter-finals.
      Following the Olympic heartbreak, the five-time world champion was ready for her next step.
      And that led her to send Hearn a direct message on Twitter, asking for a meeting as she considered turning pro.
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      Hearn admitted at first he accepted just out of respect to Taylor – but was soon blown away when the two sat face to face.
      He told SunSport in Dublin: “When she won gold in 2012, I was like, ‘Wow, that was unbelievable. The atmosphere and everything, she’s a huge star’. 
      “But she never really wanted to turn pro, there was talk about it. When Rio came around, there was more talk about it. 
      “It didn’t go the way she wanted it to. And then she said, ‘I wanna turn pro.’ After that is when she sent me the message. 
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      “There was no market for women’s boxing, there was no interest from broadcasters or fans. I just had the meeting out of respect for her. 
      “But it was during that meeting I just thought, ‘Wow, you’re amazing. I’d quite like to be part of this, we could be a hero with you in just completely changing the game.'”  
      Taylor signed with Hearn’s Matchroom banner in 2016 and within a year she became lightweight world champion.
      Before long, she reigned as undisputed queen of the division and moved up in weight to become a two-division ruler.
      Last year, Taylor, 36, and Amanda Serrano, 33, sold at New York’s famed Madison Square Garden for their fight of the year contender.
      I just thought, ‘Wow, you’re amazing. I’d quite like to be part of this, we could be a hero with you in just completely changing the game.Eddie Hearn on his first meeting with Katie Taylor
      Taylor edged out a split-decision but their rematch was shelved due to an injury to Serrano.
      So instead, Taylor will move back up to super-lightweight to challenge the unbeaten champ Chantelle Cameron, 32.
      And it will be her most historic fight of all, as it marks the return of Irish boxing for the first time since 2014.
      Hearn has promoted stadium super-fights in the UK, America and Mexico.
      But bringing Taylor home to Dublin for the first time in her professional career could top the lot.
      Hearn said: “I can sort of tell you a dozen nights that I’ll remember forever that stand out for me, and this is well in there – and that’s before the fight. 
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      “So ask me the same question after Saturday night, it might me number one. It’s going to be that kind of night.” 
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      Tyson Fury challenges Jon Jones to a fight after the UFC legend claimed talk of them meeting had ‘struck a nerve’

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      TYSON FURY has challenged Jon Jones to a boxing match after the UFC legend claimed talk of them fighting had “struck a nerve” with the Gypsy King.The 34-year-old WBC heavyweight champion initially took to his Instagram story to respond to a prediction made by controversial podcast host Joe Rogan.
      Tyson Fury has challenged Jon Jones to a boxing fightCredit: Instagram @tysonfury
      Joe Rogan said Jon Jones, above, would be the only one to walk out a room if they were locked inCredit: Alamy
      He had stated that MMA star Jones would be the one to walk out of a room if he and Fury were locked in one together.
      But the boxing icon soon hit back at those comments in X-rated fashion on social media and said: “I’m the baddest man on the planet.
      “I heard Joe Rogan say something about me, and I’ve been off all the social medias and didn’t reply to that little p****. Little f****** midget, bald-headed midget.
      “I heard him say that Jon Jones could f*** me up if we were in the room together. I don’t think so.
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      “Not a man born from a mother could f*** me up, in a room, on our own. Whatever happens in that room, I’d be walking out. Not a f****** problem.”
      That led to UFC heavyweight champ Jones, 35, then tweeting: “Hey Tyson, it seems like Joe may have struck a nerve.
      “I’ll admit there’s no one touching you in that ring right now, but let’s not let that confuse you with what would happen if you stepped foot in my cage.
      “If you ever want to put some of those questions you got going on to rest, give Dana a call. I’ll help you out.”
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      Now Fury has taken to social media again to post a video of himself saying: “I see Jon Jones has piped up, Jon you’re talking about me in the cage. I’m not a cage fighter mate I’m a boxer, the best boxer actually.
      “If you want to come into a boxing ring and fight me, be my guest and let me know. You don’t have to call anybody else, no dramas, nobody.
      “You call me because it’s a boxing fight and I’m the boss in this gym, me. You’re a great fighter Jon, but you’re no boxer that’s for sure. All the best and good luck.”
      Jones, who became UFC’s heavyweight champion in March after going up a weight division, has won 27 of his 28 UFC bouts, with his one loss coming via disqualification against Matt Hamill after 12-to-6 illegal elbows.
      Meanwhile, Fury has 33 wins and one draw from his 34 fights, including 24 KO wins.
      He is currently preparing for his next bout after failed talks with both Oleksandr Usyk and Andy Ruiz Jr already this year, something he blames on the rest of the division.
      That means he has only fought once in the past 12 months, when he stopped old foe Derek Chisora in the tenth round at Tottenham Stadium in a one-sided fight in December, and has resulted in him dropping out of the top 50 highest-paid sports on the planet. More