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      Watch KSI SHOVE Joe Fournier as face-off descends into chaos and security forced to step in ahead of boxing fight

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      KSI shoved Joe Fournier and security had to step in as their face-off descended into chaos ahead of Saturday’s fight. The YouTube, music and crossover boxing star returns tomorrow night at Wembley Arena against Fournier.
      KSI shoving Joe Fournier at their press conferenceCredit: Leigh Dawney/Misfits Boxing
      But tempers boiled over when the two came head-to-head just a few hours before they are due to share the ring.
      The rivals went nose-to-nose – bumping foreheads – before breaking away to pose for pictures.

      But suddenly KSI shoved Fournier, which forced security to get in between them.
      KSI, 29, returns in the biggest test of his career against the nightclub tycoon-turned 9-0 boxer

      And Fournier, 40, insisted the social media sensation is feeling the pressure of the moment and lashing out was evidence to that.
      He said: “I think he’s scared and insecure, he’s not been there with a real fighter before.
      “I think his emotions are boiling over which is exactly the strategy we want, we want him coming out swinging.
      “That makes even bigger mistakes earlier on and we’re not trying to be here all night, we’re trying to get him out of there in the first round.”
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      KSI last fought in January, knocking out gamer Faze Temperrr, 29, to take his record in the ring to five wins and one draw.
      Fournier meanwhile has not boxed in a professional capacity since 2017 but faced musician Reykon and ex-heavyweight champion David Haye in 2021.
      But the businessman and boxer claimed he is in the best shape of his life – partly due to cutting out SEX in training camp.
      Fournier revealed: “I couldn’t be any better. I’ve sparred the best guys I could find, I’ve trained twice a day.
      “I’ve stopped the alcohol for six weeks, I stopped the shagging for a month – which was very difficult for me!
      “And yeah, I’m focussed, I’m ready and I really want to win, actually.
      “That’s the reality, from the bottom of my heart I really want to win this fight, because it could be my last one.
      “It could be the one I retire off, so let’s go out with a bang, Wembley Arena, West London where I grew up.”
      Businessman-turned boxer Joe FournierCredit: Leigh Dawney/Misfits Boxing More

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      Tyson Fury admits he is ‘not very optimistic’ about his next opponent and says ‘time is ticking’ to secure July fight

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      TYSON FURY is “not very optimistic” about his next opponent and admitted “time is ticking” to secure a return fight in July. The Gypsy King is looking to defend his WBC title in the summer after talks for a unification with Oleksandr Usyk collapsed earlier in the year.
      Tyson Fury attending a press conference during in TenerifeCredit: EPA
      Now, Usyk, 36, has been ordered into a WBA mandatory defence against Daniel Dubois, 25, with talks ongoing.
      It left Andy Ruiz Jr and Zhilei Zhang as frontrunners to face Fury.
      But Joe Joyce has exercised his rematch clause with Zhang and Frank Warren told Boxing News that Ruiz has priced himself out.
      It leaves Fury in the dark about who his next opponent will be and in a race against time with July less than two months away.
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      He said at a press conference in Tenerife: “I hear all these names being chucked around but I don’t pay any heed to them until I’m actually in the ring with them.
      “As we’ve seen over the last 14 years, you can be linked to fight somebody and it never happens.
      “I’m not very optimistic about any of the names until I’m actually in with them.
      “One thing I can say is, if they’re going to do something [in July] then they better get their finger out.
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      “Time is ticking. They better hurry up, we’re in May now.”
      Joyce, 37, was beaten by Zhang, 40, in April after his eye was swollen so badly the referee waved off the contest.
      The Chinese star then emerged as a contender to fight Fury, 34, until Joyce activated his right to a rematch.
      And with Ruiz, 33, also now seemingly out of the equation, it leaves Warren short of options but adamant Fury WILL still fight.
      He said: “We’re getting very close [to summer], that’s part of the problem, but we’ll get him out.”
      Meanwhile, talks are taking place behind the scenes with boxing bosses in Saudi Arabia.
      They hope to negotiate a deal for Anthony Joshua, 33, to fight Deontay Wilder, 37, in the Middle East in December.
      And they also have plans for Fury and Usyk to finally meet, as US promoter Bob Arum confirmed talks with the Saudis.
      Arum told Ringside Reporter Live: “I have talked to a representative of Skill Challenge that puts on these boxing events in Saudi Arabia.
      “That is correct [that talks are ongoing], we know these people, we work with them in connection with the Jake Paul and Tommy Fury fight as far as US television was concerned. 
      “So we know who the players are and we’ve had some very interesting talks with them.”
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      I’m an OnlyFans star who only watched boxing for Anthony Joshua because he’s hot – now I’m a fighter just like him

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      ELLE BROOKE has taken the influencer boxing world by storm – but she only laced up her gloves because she fancied Anthony Joshua.The OnlyFans star traded her camera tripod for boxing gloves last year – taking up the sweet science with respected coach Mark Tibbs.
      Elle Brooke is best known for being an OnlyFans star and X-rated actressCredit: INSTAGRAM@THEDUMBLEDONG
      But the blonde beauty has since turned her hand to boxingCredit: GETTY
      Brooke only started watching boxing because she fancied Anthony JoshuaCredit: RICHARD PELHAM
      Brooke has gone 3-0 in the influencer boxing scene, with her most recent victory being a decision win over Aleksandra Daniel last month.
      But the blonde beauty wouldn’t have ever set foot inside the ring – or watched boxing – had she never laid eyes on two-time unified heavyweight champion Joshua.
      The 25-year-old told Legal Sportsbooks: “Kingpyn Boxing DM’d me and I was a bit hesitant at first because I honestly had no idea about boxing.
      “But then I was like, ‘Yeah OK cool why not give it a go.’
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      “I was definitely a casual boxing fan previously.
      “If Anthony Joshua was fighting I’d watch him because he’s hot and I’d watch the other very hyped fights like Tyson Fury or whatever.
      “But I couldn’t tell you a middleweight other than Canelo for example.”
      Brooke’s ventures to the ring have not only boosted her confidence, they have also boosted her bank balance by landing her additional subscribers to her OnlyFans account.
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      The X-rated actress said: “They do go hand in hand [boxing & OnlyFans}.
      “And I’ve already grown my OnlyFans.
      “Whereas other content creators who have started boxing are having to take a major hit in terms of the amount of content they can put out because boxing is so hard and time-consuming.
      “You have to work at it for hours and it’s so tiring. For me at the moment the two go well together.”
      Although she was initially hesitant about becoming a pornstar pugilist, Brooke is now fully invested in the sport.
      Elle Brooke says her forays into the ring have grown her OnlyFans accountCredit: INSTAGRAM@THEDUMBLEDONG
      Brooke will be back in action on July 1 against Brazilian Jully PocaCredit: KINGPYN
      She said: “Boxing has taken over my life now. I’m in the gym six days a week. It was definitely sink or swim.
      “And the first day I met Mark Tibbs he made me do a fitness test to decide whether he would train me or not, so he definitely threw me in the deep end!
      “I was sparring within two or three weeks and the girl I was fighting was absolutely huge.”
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      Brooke is already back in the gym preparing for the semi-finals of the Kingpyn’s women’s tournament.
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      KSI reveals fighting on same night as brother Deji stresses out their parents but ‘unites us even more’

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      KSI revealed fighting on the same night as brother Deji leaves their parents stressed and nervous – but brings the family closer together. The pair of YouTube stars-turned boxers are set to share another boxing card together this Saturday.
      Deji with brother KSI and mum YinkaCredit: Twitter
      Dad Jide with his eldest son KSICredit: Twitter
      KSI celebrating with brother Deji
      KSI faces millionaire nightclub tycoon-turned boxer Joe Fournier while Deji returns against rapper Swarmz.
      The last time the Olatunji brothers boxed on the same night, they both walked away with wins.
      But it came at the cost of stressing out their dad Jide so much that he will forfeit a ringside seat tomorrow night.
      KSI, 29, told SunSport: “I don’t think my dad’s coming this time because it just stresses him out, man.
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      “And my mum, I think the last time she watched my bro win, she started breaking down crying.
      “It’s a lot for her and it’s a lot for my dad, but we always reassure them.
      “We always tell them we’ll work hard, train hard and we always try to make sure we get the W.”
      KSI first boxed in 2018, beating online rival Joe Weller, 27, before drawing to Logan Paul, 28, in the same year.
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      But in his 2019 rematch with Paul, he won a split-decision in what was also his professional debut.
      KSI would go on to have three years out of the ring to focus on a fledging music career before making a boxing comeback in August.
      He won twice in one night – beating Swarmz and Mexican boxer Luis Pineda.
      But the story of the night belonged to younger brother Deji, 26, who snapped a three-fight losing streak to win for the first time.
      It provided a memorable night for KSI and his family, who cherished the moment in unity.
      KSI revealed: “You saw what happened after Misfits 001, we were all celebrating, having the time of our lives.
      “It was just an awesome moment, I was bouncing, jumping around just having the time of my life.
      Deji with older brother KSICredit: DAZN
      Deji celebrating his first victoryCredit: Misfits Boxing
      “For me and my family, we’re all very good, in a great space and the boxing, I feel like it unites us even more.
      “We throw each other memes left, right and centre just to joke around but everyone’s in good spirits.
      “My bro’s feeling good, my dad is – always nervous – but he’s also feeling good. My mum is also feeling nervous but excited to see what we do in the ring.”
      Deji beat American influencer Fousey, 33, and then went on to face boxing legend Floyd Mayweather, 46, in an exhibition bout in November.
      Meanwhile, KSI knocked out gamer Faze Temperrr, 29, in January and fears a repeat performance against Fournier, 40, will scare off future rivals.
      He said: “It’s actually a good point, maybe I should stop winning so emphatically.
      “Maybe I should just start winning through split-decisions and stuff like that!
      “The way I knocked out Temperrr would terrify a lot of people to want to fight me.
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      “When I knock out Joe Fournier in spectacular fashion, more people are going to be like, ‘You know what, I think KSI it actually hat guy. Maybe it’s not worth fighting him, because I don’t wanna be a meme.'”
      Deji ahead of his fight with Swarmz
      KSI facing off with Joe FournierCredit: Leigh Dawney/Misfits Boxing More

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      Busty boxing ring girl Apollonia Llewellyn removes pink bikini bottoms in most risque post yet

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      APOLLONIA LLEWELLYN left her fans feeling the heat thanks to her latest post.The busty boxing ring girl is no stranger to leaving fans in awe with her steamy pics.
      Apollonia Llewellyn removed her bikini bottoms in her latest postCredit: Instagram
      Apollonia has over 550,000 followers on InstagramCredit: https://www.instagram.com/apolloniallewellyn/
      She is no stranger to risque photosCredit: INSTAGRAM
      Apollonia shot to fame while working with KSI owned Misfits boxingCredit: https://www.instagram.com/stories/apolloniallewellyn/3099658846058289069/
      But her latest pic had fans double-taking with her most risque post to date.
      Apollonia, originally from Leeds, took to Instagram in a pink bikini while at the Izmir Marriot Hotel in Turkey.
      However, in her latest post the OnlyFans star had removed her bikini bottoms.
      Fans rushed to the comments, with one typing: “So Hot🔥🔥🔥😮💜.”
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      A second said: “Absolutely gorgeous ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️.”
      A third commented: “So beautiful 🥰🥰🥰.”
      “How many of yall zoomed in? Lol,” joked a fourth.
      A fifth remarked: “So hot looking darling 🤩🔥🔥🔥.”
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      While another added: “sensational🔥🔥🔥.”
      Apollonia caught the eye while working for KSI owned Misfits boxing.
      She has over 550,000 Instagram followers.
      KSI will be back in action on Saturday as he squares up with Joe Fournier.
      Apollonia often shares her travel exploits with fansCredit: Instagram apolloniallewellyn
      She is originally from LeedsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/apolloniallewellyn/
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      Mauricio Lara vs Leigh Wood 2: UK start time, live stream, TV channel, undercard for huge rematch

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      MAURICIO Lara and Leigh Wood will take to the ring again as the Englishman looks to reclaim his WBA featherweight title.Last February, the two went head-to-head in Nottingham and put on a show to remember.
      Mauricio Lara defeated Leigh Wood and claimed the WBA featherweight titleCredit: Reuters
      Lara dethroned Wood in their first bout after winning by way of TKO in the seventh round.
      The former champion was ahead on the judge’s scorecards before being caught with a huge left hook by the Mexican.
      Wood hit the canvas in his home town and tried to soldier on before his trainer Ben Davison threw in the towel.
      When is Mauricio Lara vs Leigh Wood 2?

      Mauricio Lara vs Leigh Wood 2 will take place on Saturday, May 27.
      The card is expected to start at 10pm UK time.
      The ringwalks for the main event are scheduled to get underway from 10pm UK time.
      The AO Arena will play host.

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      What channel is Mauricio Lara vs Leigh Wood 2 on and can it be live streamed?

      Mauricio Lara vs Leigh Wood 2 will be shown like on DAZN PPV but a price is yet to be confirmed.
      If you are not a DAZN subscriber, you can purchase a subscription for £9.99 per month for 12 months.
      DAZN customers can live stream Mauricio Lara vs Leigh Wood 2 via the DAZN app or DAZN.com.
      Alternatively, you can follow SunSport’s live blog to stay up to date with all the action.

      Can you watch DAZN on TV?

      On March 23, DAZN launched their first TV channel on Sky known as DAZN 1 HD.
      The channel will show a 24/7 schedule of live and catch-up content including 50-plus fights a year.
      DAZN will be on Sky channel 429 in the UK and Ireland.
      To access the channel, you will need a DAZN subscription which will also give you access to the DAZN app.

      Who is on the undercard?
      Here are all the confirmed fights on the card so far:

      Mauricio Lara vs Leigh Wood for the WBA featherweight title
      Jack Catterall vs Darragh Foley 
      Kieron Conway vs Linus Udofia 
      Danny Ball vs Anthony Tomlinson
      Aaron Bowen vs TBC 
      Campbell Hatton vs TBC 
      Aqib Fiaz vs TBC 
      William Crolla vs TBC 

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      KSI reveals his dream next three fights including Tommy Fury, YouTube grudge match and blockbuster with a UFC legend

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      KSI has revealed his dream next three fights – targeting stars of the YouTube and UFC world. The social media, music and crossover boxing sensation returns on Saturday against Joe Fournier.
      KSI after beating Faze TemperrrCredit: Getty
      Joe Fournier fights KSI nextCredit: Getty
      But KSI already has some blockbuster names in mind should he defeat Fournier and remain undefeated in the ring.
      He told SunSport: “My next three fights? I mean Jake Paul, obviously. Tommy Fury and who else?
      “I don’t know… Conor McGregor. F*** it, why not?”
      KSI, 29, looked on course to finally settle his bitter feud with arch rival Paul, 26, in a grudge match at the end of the year.
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      But those plans faced the KO when Paul was beaten by Fury, 24, by split-decision in February in Saudi Arabia.
      The American now returns on August 5 against MMA icon Nate Diaz, 38, after snubbing a rematch with Fury or talks to face KSI.
      So now KSI has set his sights on one-upping his great nemesis by trying to finish what he started.
      But the Londoner could not confirm if Fury will be in attendance at Wembley Arena as talks for the pair to fight continue.
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      KSI, with a smirk, said: “We’ll see, we’ll see.”
      Fournier, 40, a nightclub tycoon-turned 9-0 boxer, forced a fight with KSI after gatecrashing his post-fight interview in January.
      Ahead of the biggest test of his boxing career, KSI said: “I was there trying to weigh up a few people and he was the one who was hungry the most.
      “I thought, ‘Cool, you’ve got a great record, you’re a good test for me, let’s go.”

      KSI knocked out gamer Faze Temperrr in his last bout and fears a repeat performance could scare off any future rivals.
      He said: “It’s actually a good point, maybe I should stop winning so emphatically.
      “Maybe I should just start winning through split-decisions and stuff like that!
      “The way I knocked out Temperrr would terrify a lot of people to want to fight me.
      “When I knock out Joe Fournier in spectacular fashion, more people are going to be like, ‘You know what, I think KSI it actually that guy. Maybe it’s not worth fighting him, because I don’t wanna be a meme.'”
      Tommy Fury is in talks to fight KSICredit: Getty
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      KSI vs Joe Fournier tale of the tape: How YouTuber and pro boxer compare ahead of huge fight

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      KSI and Joe Fournier are set to lock horns on Saturday at Wembley Arena. The British YouTuber is ready for the biggest boxing fight of his career as a win could set up a clash with fellow social media star Jake Paul.

      KSI is set for his biggest ever boxing fight against Joe FournierCredit: Getty
      Fournier is a lot more experienced than KSI as he is undefeated as a proCredit: Getty
      Coming off a stoppage win over FaZe Temperrr in January, the Londoner’s clash with Fournier represents a massive step up in opposition.
      That is because the influencer’s opponent is an actual professional boxer with an impressive record under his belt.
      KSI, 29, is much younger than his 40-year-old rival and the internet sensation is also a lot more inexperienced, especially at professional level.
      Fournier is undefeated as a pro having won nine boxing fights via knockout throughout his six-year career that kicked off in 2015.
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      The Londoner’s only loss took place in 2021 when he was defeated by David Haye in an exhibition bout via unanimous decision.
      KSI, on the other hand, has had only one professional bout which he won against Logan Paul in 2019.
      The Brit went on to win one amateur bout against Joe Weller and three exhibition fights, all by knockout.
      That means KSI is undefeated across the board, but he has had five fewer matches than Fournier, who is still unbeaten as a pro.
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      The two fighters are set for their official weigh-in on Friday but the most recent scales showed Fournier is heavier than his fellow Brit by one-and-a-half stone.
      KSI is taller but both men have the exact same reach heading to their fight.
      A win over pro boxer Fournier, would give KSI a one-up over Jake, who failed in his quest to defeat Tommy Fury earlier this year. More