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      World champion boxer STRIPPED of belt after failing to make weight just hours before grudge rematch

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      LEIGH WOOD is the only man fighting for his old WBA featherweight crown after bloated Mauricio Lara was stripped ahead of their Saturday fight.In February the violent Mexican stopped the 34-year-old Nottingham ace and snatched away his 126lbs world title.
      Mauricio Lara and Leigh Wood face off in their weigh inCredit: Reuters
      But ahead of their Saturday fight Lara was stripped of his WBA featherweight titleCredit: Reuters
      Lara had won the belt from Wood in FebruaryCredit: Getty
      The Manchester rematch was arranged but Lara – who refuelled for the original clash with a giant pizza and bottle of Coke on the Friday weigh-in stage – failed his midweek weight check.
      The British Boxing Board of Control were concerned and warned Lara that he was forbidden from dehydrating himself down to less than 128.6lbs on Friday.
      But, after Wood obeyed the rules and weighed in at 125.9lbs, Lara bowled in at 129.8lbs.
      The BBBoC were fuming but the title decision fell to the sanctioning body who thankfully took action on Friday afternoon and stripped the champion.
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      Wood’s trainer Ben Davison considered pulling his man out of the fight because the South American knockout artist could be significantly heavier and more dangerous.
      But, as of Friday afternoon, the fight was going ahead with only Wood capable of winning the strap.
      If the fight does go ahead it is likely Lara will have his weight checked again on Saturday and be fined.
      A WBA statement said: “Mauricio Lara lost the World Boxing Association (WBA) featherweight belt after not being able to make weight today.
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      “However, Leigh Wood will be able to opt for the title.”
      Lara’s career record stands at 25-2-1, with 18 KOs.
      Meanwhile, Wood’s record is 26-3. More

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      I was first to take prime Mike Tyson the distance but another boxer hit so hard he could turn horse p*** into gasoline

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      JAMES TILLIS is not a name that rolls of the tongue for many boxing fans – but he is someone that Mike Tyson certainly remembers.However, the now 65-year-old American is adamant that the Baddest Man on the Planet was not the hardest puncher he took on.
      Former boxer James Tillis took on the biggest names in boxingCredit: Getty
      He took Mike Tyson the distance back in 1986Credit: Getty
      The former heavyweight boxer amassed a 20-0 record to land a WBA title shot against Mike Weaver in 1981, a bout he lost on points.
      In an attempt to bounce back and get back into championship contention, Tillis took on the late Earnie Shavers.
      Shavers was 37 at the time but he still possessed incredible punching power – something Tillis felt first hand in round nine as he was floored.
      Despite that, he managed to climb off the canvas to win a ten-round unanimous decision.
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      Unfortunately, he was unable to continue that progress and suffered three defeats in 1982 and 1983 to fall out of the title picture.
      He then lost five out of six between 1984 and 1986 – the last of which came against a then 19-year-old Tyson.
      Iron Mike was a wrecking machine at the time and had recorded 19-straight knockouts as he surged towards superstardom.
      But the stubborn Tillis managed to stand firm and go the distance, surviving a fourth round knockdown, where he lost via a unanimous decision.
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      Tyson went on to become the youngest-ever heavyweight champ while Tillis would later take on other legendary names such as Evander Holyfield and Frank Bruno.
      Even though he has faced all of the big guns, Tillis is in absolutely no doubt who possessed the hardest punch.
      Speaking previously to Boxing News 24/7, he said: “People ask me about Tyson and Shavers – let me tell you, there’s no comparison. None whatsoever.
      “Shavers, he hit so hard he could turn horse p*** into gasoline. He hit so hard he could bring back tomorrow.
      “Tyson hit like a sissy in comparison.”
      Tillis added: “I beat Shavers, and I know I beat Tyson. I wanted a rematch with Tyson real bad, but Shavers? No way.
      “When he hit me and knocked me down, I saw pink mice and rats smoking cigarettes.
      “That fight was the toughest 30 minutes of my life. The Acorn was one bad dude, let me tell you.”
      Tillis claims that Tyson refused to give him a rematchCredit: Getty
      The American says that Iron Mike was nowhere near the hardest punch he ever tookCredit: Getty
      He claims that Earnie Shavers ‘hit so hard he could turn horse p*** into gasoline’Credit: Getty More

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      Fuming Conor McGregor calls Canelo Alvarez a ‘little ginger sausage’ after boxing superstar’s dig at UFC icon

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      CONOR MCGREGOR has fumed at Canelo Alvarez and labelled him a “little ginger sausage”.The latest war of words begun at Katie Taylor’s loss to Chantelle Cameron last weekend.
      Conor McGregor has fired shots at Canelo AlvarezCredit: Instagram @thenotoriousmma
      Saul “Canelo” Alvarez hit back at Conor McGregorCredit: AP
      McGregor was in attendance to support his fellow Irish fighter when he was asked about Canelo.
      And to no surprise the UFC star was confident he would beat the boxer, citing his stance as a key factor.
      McGregor said: “I’m a southpaw, [John] Ryder was a southpaw, Billie Joe [Saunders] was a southpaw.
      “I’ve seen methods, I’ve seen things I’d do and I know he’s waining.
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      “I’d fight Canelo no f*****g problem. No problem.
      Despite his confidence, the super middleweight beat Saunders in 2021 and defeated Ryder in is last fight earlier this month to retain his world titles.
      He was asked about McGregor’s comments at an unveiling of his figure at a wax museum in Mexico City.
      Canelo replied: “The truth is I haven’t seen what he said because I don’t have my social networks on my phone right now, but I’ll beat him with one hand behind my back.”
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      McGregor swiftly retaliated, posting online: “Canelo you little ginger sausage. I’d beat you with NO HANDS. Don’t forget.”
      Promoter Eddie Hearn could be key to a bout between the two as he may have to co-promote.
      The MMA ace has not fought since breaking his leg versus Dustin Poirier in 2021.
      But he is ready for a comeback with a clash against Micheal Chandler in the works and it could take place later this year. More

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      Eddie Hearn reveals next Anthony Joshua fight is planned for same day as Usyk bout, and won’t be against Whyte

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      EDDIE HEARN has revealed the targeted date for Anthony Joshua’s next fight. However, it has also come to light that his opponent will not be Dillian Whyte.
      Eddie Hearn has revealed the target for Anthony Joshua’s next fightCredit: Rex
      But a summer showdown will mean he will not fight Dillian WhyteCredit: Getty
      According to the Mail, AJ is currently in camp following his win over Jermaine Franklin in April.
      The same, meanwhile, cannot be said for Whyte.
      Whyte was rumoured to be in line to face Joshua next but no official offer has been tabled from Whyte’s camp yet, as revealed by Hearn when speaking to Boxing News.
      The report adds a replacement fighter has not yet been identified.
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      Speaking to Boxing Social, promoter Hearn revealed target dates for AJ’s fight: “We’ve got May 27th, we’ve got June 10, we’ve got July 1st.
      “We’re probably going to go July 29 as well.
      “AJ’s probably fighting August 12th. It’s the summer period and we’re smashing out shows left, right and centre.”
      And on the location of the fight, Hearn hinted at a London showdown, telling IFLTV: “I think it will be in London and depending on who it could be in a stadium.”
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      Hearn’s hint at a summer showdown comes despite AJ claiming he would not be fighting again until December – when a potential Saudi-funded heavyweight tournament will take place.
      The August 12 date would also conflict with Oleksandr Usyk’s fight against Daniel Dubois. More

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      Errol Spence Jr vs Terence Crawford fight CONFIRMED as boxer warns rival to prepare for ‘one-sided a** whooping’

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      ERROL SPENCE JR’S fight against Terence Crawford has been confirmed. The undisputed welterweight title bout will commence on July 29 at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada USA.
      Errol Spence Jr. has confirmed his welterweight title fight with Terence CrawfordCredit: AP
      Crawford holds the WBO titleCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Spence Jr, 33, holds the WBC, IBF and WBA welterweight titles, collecting the last of them in 2022.
      Meanwhile, 35-year-old Crawford has held the divisions WBO title since 2018.
      Spence laid down the gauntlet against his fellow American with his announcement for the fight on Instagram.
      He said: “Finally giving the fans what they want❗️.
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      “This one a throwback fight on paper but it could be a one sided ass whooping one of the biggest fight of the century!”
      Crawford’s own announcement was more low-key, but just as potent.
      He declared: “Time to reel in the big fish 🎣. No more talking @errolspencejr ‼️ Let’s get it 💪🏾.”
      Reacting to the news, fans gave their predictions and shared their excitement.
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      One said: “NO WAY 😭 I HOPE THE FIGHT ACTUALLY HAPPENS.”
      A second commented: “Let’s gooooo!”
      A third remarked: “Best year for Boxing! Thank you boxing Gods!”
      One predicted: “Crawford bout to baptize this man 😭.”
      A second claimed: “Spence is going to hurt this man”
      Another added: “About time, big dawg! This one’s for everything 🥊.” More

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      Oleksandr Usyk vs Daniel Dubois fight date announced for surprise venue with fans baffled at Frank Warren

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      OLEKSANDR USYK’S mandatory clash with Daniel Dubois is set to take place on August 12, it has been announced. The heavyweight champ will defend his WBA, IBF and WBO titles with the fight set to take place in Poland.
      Oleksandr Usyk beat Anthony Joshua twice on his road to the top of the heavyweight divisionCredit: Reuters
      Daniel Dubois will be looking to upset the odds in the summer clashCredit: Jamie McPhilimey
      Fans have been left surprised by the choice of location which was entirely in the control of Usyk’s camp.
      But that is currently the plan of the Ukrainian after his promoter, Alex Krassyuk, won the purses bid.
      One baffled fan said: “Out of all places Poland?”
      Others have suggested the location made sense given the difficulty of holding a fight in Ukraine given the ongoing war.
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      It is set to be Usyk’s first fight since last August when he beat Anthony Joshua for the second time to retain his heavyweight belts.
      The 36-year-old has enjoyed a brilliant rise to the top of his weight division and holds a 20-0 record.
      He will be the favourite to triumph over Brit boxer Dubois, whose only defeat came against Joe Joyce in 2020.
      Triple D has otherwise won all 19 of his other fights, with his last victory coming against Kevin Lerena in December last year at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
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      Reports have also suggested that the fighters will be taking home very different pay packets after the clash.
      According to respected boxing journalist Dan Rafael there will be a 75/25 split in the fight purses.
      It means Usyk is set to pocket just short of £5m while Dubois will take home around £1.6m.
      The potential fight comes months after the negotiations for an undisputed bout between Usyk and Fury fell apart.
      Between them the pair hold all of the belts in the heavyweight division and fans had been licking their lips at the prospect of seeing them in the ring together.
      But after much social media name-calling, the negotiations came to nothing.
      If Usyk beats Dubois, speculation is likely to begin again. More

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      When is Artur Beterbiev vs Callum Smith? UK start time, live stream, TV channel, undercard info for world title fight

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      ARTUR BETERBIEV makes his return to the ring later this summer as he takes on Callum Smith. The Russian last fought in January, beating Anthony Yarde by TKO in an entertaining back-and-forth fight at Wembley Arena in London.
      Artur Beterbiev beat Anthony Yarde by TKO when they fought in JanuaryCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Callum Smith will be fighting for the world light-heavyweight titles for the first timeCredit: Reuters
      Beterbiev, who holds the WBO, WBC and IBF titles at 175lbs has won all 19 of his fights by knockout, and he’ll be hoping the trend continues.
      But Smith has only lost once in his career, to Canelo Alvarez, but now he’s looking incredibly powerful in the ring up at light-heavyweight.
      Smith dispatched of Lenin Castillo with a brutal knockout before folding Mathieu Bauderlique in half last year.
      He hasn’t faced anyone like Beterbiev, however, and he has to do so on away soil in Canada.
      When is Beterbiev vs Smith?

      Beterbiev’s big clash with Smith will take place on Saturday, August 19.
      Ring-walks for the main event will likely get going from 4am UK time on Sunday, August 20.
      The fight will be held at the Videotron Centre in Quebec City, Quebec, Canada.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Smith vs Beterbiev will be shown live on Sky Sports Arena and Main Event in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the NOW TV or Sky Go app, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

      Smith vs Beterbiev undercard
      An undercard has yet to be announced for Smith vs Beterbiev.
      Check back at SunSport for all the details on the event.
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      What has been said?
      But Smith warned: “I’m no stranger to fighting on away soil, having boxed in Saudi Arabia twice, across America, and now heading to Canada on August 19.
      “There was no hesitation from me going to Canada to fight Artur Beterbiev, and I will be returning to Liverpool as a world champion once more.
      “I’m excited to finally get my opportunity to become a two-weight world champion.”
      Beterbiev added: “When you are world champion, everyone wants the opportunity to take your belt, and that’s especially true in my case, with three titles at stake.
      “I’ve already started my training camp, and I’ll be ready to not only defend my belts, but to also put on an impressive show August 19 [local time].” More

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      Anthony Joshua next fight date revealed with Brit set for huge rematch against old rival

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA is set for an August 12 return with Dillian Whyte in line for a rematch. Promoter Eddie Hearn has been in negotiations for a December super-fight in Saudi Arabia against Deontay Wilder.
      Anthony Joshua could be set for a rematch against Dillian WhyteCredit: Getty
      But no official offer has yet been made from the mega-rich backers in the Middle East.
      And, with Joshua, 33, having just one fight under his new coach Derrick James, Hearn is eager to keep the newly formed pair busy.
      Whyte, 34, has long been mentioned as an option for Joshua’s return, despite the Saudis preferring him to wait out for Wilder.
      And Hearn may have let slip that they will press on with a summer fight when running down Matchroom’s list of upcoming shows.
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      He told Boxing Social: “We’ve got May 27th, we’ve got June 10, we’ve got July 1st. We’re probably going to go July 29 as well.
      “AJ’s probably fighting August 12th. It’s the summer period and we’re smashing out shows left, right and centre.”
      Joshua beat Jermaine Franklin in his comeback bout in April, following consecutive losses to Oleksandr Usyk.
      And Whyte then emerged as the frontrunner for AJ’s next fight, until shock talks to make the blockbuster bout with Wilder in the desert.
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      Whyte – knocked out by Joshua in 2015 – questioned his old rival’s confidence.
      He told SunSport: “Fans must be getting p***ed off because people are promising and pushing for these fights and then bottling it when they are close to happening.
      “Lots of big fights don’t happen, it’s annoying but people see it coming and have to accept it.
      “Inactivity is killing the sport and it needs a shake-up. I am waiting for my next fight and was meant to fight Joshua after Jermaine Franklin.
      “Joshua and his team told everybody, ‘The winner of Whyte and Franklin fights AJ’ – and then they boxed the loser.
      “But anyone who sees Joshua sitting around for nine months waiting for a Wilder cash-out will see a team that has lost its bottle.”
      Joshua beat Dillian Whyte in 2015Credit: Reuters
      Whyte wants a rematch with JoshuaCredit: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing More