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      Tommy Fury slams ‘comedian’ Jake Paul for custom-made belt but will give rival ‘a good hiding twice’ amid rematch clause

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      TOMMY FURY refused to rule out a rematch with “comedian” Jake Paul – eyeing the chance to give his rival “a good hiding twice”. Fury is set to finally fight Paul following two previous postponements, due to injury and US visa issues. 
      Tommy Fury ahead of his fight with Jake PaulCredit: @toprank
      Jake Paul holding his Most Valuable boxer beltCredit: @jakepaul
      The pair have rescheduled their celebrity grudge match for Sunday in Saudi Arabia.
      Paul, 26, has a rematch clause included in his contract, meaning he has the right to fight again if he loses. 
      Fury, 23, told SunSport: “At the end of the day, we go to February 26th and then we can deal with whatever comes after that. 
      “But, if Jake Paul wants a good hiding twice, I’ll happily give it to him.”
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      The stakes in Saudi were raised after the WBC revealed the winner will earn a world ranking.
      If the victor emerges with a top 15 rating, they are eligible to contest for a title.
      Paul has been bullish in achieving his lofty goals of becoming a champion and even crowned himself the Most Valuable boxer.
      The YouTuber-turned-prizefighter has a multicoloured belt in honour of himself, something Fury has no desire of claiming.
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      He told SunSport: “I’ll chuck it on the floor or chuck it in the bin, one of the two. 
      “I don’t want that, it looks like a ten-year-old’s put it together and given it to him as a ‘love you’ present. 
      “Let him carry that around thinking it’s a WBC strap, but we all know what he is. Jake Paul is a comedian.” 
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      Boxing fans offered 20 PER CENT discount on Floyd Mayweather vs Aaron Chalmers tickets with O2 event struggling to sell

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      BOXING fans have been offered a 20 per cent discount on tickets for Floyd Mayweather vs Aaron Chalmers.That’s with the O2 event struggling to sell out ahead of Saturday night’s battle.
      Fans are being offered 20 per cent discount tickets for Mayweather vs ChalmersCredit: EPA
      Saturday’s event at the O2 Arena is struggling to sell out
      The London arena has a whopping 20,000 capacity.
      And there are still thousands of tickets on sale for Mayweather’s first-ever UK fight.
      The American legend, 46, has turned his hand to exhibition bouts after retiring with a perfect 50-0 record.
      And next in line is reality TV star-turned-MMA fighter Chalmers, who found fame with Geordie Shore.
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      But it appears the public are not biting, with images of seats still available showing plenty of blue vacancies.
      And desperate vendors have emailed customers with an “exclusive limited time offer” in an attempt to flog more tickets.
      An email seen by SunSport shows that some people are being offered 20 per cent off all tickets for tomorrow night.
      Regular prices currently range from around £141.50 to £1,038,50.
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      The seats in blue are still on sale
      There are plenty os seats left for those considering a late purchase
      And there are plenty of sections left to pick from for those mulling a late purchase.
      It spells good news for Newcastle star Jamaal Lascelles, who is hoping to get to the fight ahead of Sunday’s Carabao Cup final against Man Utd.
      Mayweather’s opponent Chalmers said: “My barber was saying that Jamaal Lascelles was on about getting tickets for the fight.
      “I’m not sure he’ll be able to get tickets for the fight when he’s got a big cup final the next day.
      “I’m hoping a lot of people will be tuning in.
      “I know loads of lads are coming down without a ticket to be in London for the weekend.
      “I would have bet my house this time last year, me fighting Floyd Mayweather and Newcastle being in a cup final because it would never have happened.
      “It’s crazy, it’s big for Newcastle. I would 100 per cent take the Carabao Cup and sixth place in the league – any day of the week.”
      Meanwhile, Mayweather has been preparing for the fight by holding a lavish birthday bash in central London.
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      He and stars including Jamie Foxx popped bottles of champagne.
      And there was even a guest appearance from the World Cup’s sexiest fan Ivana Knoll. More

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      ‘I’ve got a lot of money on it!’ – Tyson Fury places huge bet on brother Tommy to emphatically knock out Jake Paul

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      TYSON FURY is confident that his brother Tommy will deliver the goods against Jake Paul this Sunday.So much so, that he has placed a large bet on his bro to do the business.
      Tyson Fury has confidence in his little brotherCredit: Getty
      Tommy Fury will finally fight Jake Paul this SundayCredit: Getty
      Tommy TNT will finally fight The Problem Child this weekend in Saudi Arabia, after two previous dates fell through.
      And such is Tyson’s belief in his sibling, that he has decided to put his money where his mouth is.
      Chatting to Queensbury Promotions, Fury admitted: “I’ve got a lot of money on it that says it does, so there we are.”
      Asked why it’s such a huge occasion, the WBC heavyweight champ added: “It’s a big fight because it’s two big talkers I suppose.
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      “Going at it, grudge match, whatever you want to call it – throwing it all down – whatever.”
      Further quizzed if he’s proud of his little brother, he continued: “Very. To be here being paid millions of pounds on the world’s biggest stage at whatever he is, 23-years-old, newborn baby…
      “He’s got it all going on. He’s rolling deep isn’t he? Rolling in G-Wagons, Rolexes… it’s like a dream come true for him.
      “I’m very proud of what he’s done and that’s why we’re all here. All the boys have come over to support him in his conquest of smashing Jake Paul’s face in.”
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      Matchroom supremo Eddie Hearn also thinks Fury will win… despite labelling the calibre of his previous opponents as “terrible”.
      Chatting to Boxing Social, Hearn said: Tommy’s resume is awful. Awful. So bad.”
      He then continued: “Probably the worst 8-0 resume I’ve ever seen. Terrible.
      “But, by the way, he’s won every fight easy. So it’s not like he’s struggled against anyone. But genuinely, the level of opposition, they’re honestly so bad.
      “Jake Paul has a better boxing resume than Tommy Fury, which is disgusting.
      “But I just feel that if Tommy Fury let’s his hands go and goes in there and boxes neat and smart, he’ll stop him.”
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      Eddie Hearn is not impressed by the calibre of Tommy Fury’s opponentsCredit: PA More

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      UFC legend Ben Askren is baffled by Jake Paul’s popularity and brands YouTuber an ‘idiot’ who is ‘too stupid to learn’

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      BEN ASKREN admitted he is baffled by Jake Paul’s popularity and branded the YouTuber an ‘idiot’ who is ‘too stupid to learn’. The retired UFC welterweight lost to Paul at the 75-000 seater Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atalanta in 2021.
      Ben Askren admitted he is baffled by Jake Paul’s popularity
      Ben Askren called Jake Paul an ‘idiot’ who is ‘too stupid to learn’Credit: Instagram
      Askren, who had never boxed before, said not even handing the social media star his first loss would humble him.
      He told MMA Junkie: “Jake Paul’s gonna be an idiot before me, he’s gonna be an idiot after me.
      “This guy’s an idiot. That’s what he does. What kind of lesson? He’s too stupid to learn anything.”
      Askren, 38, was so unaware of who Paul, 26, or his older brother Logan, 27, were, he asked the pupils at his wrestling school about them.
      And the ex-ONE Championship and Bellator champion still cannot get his head around their massive online following, with over 50MILLION subscribers between them.
      Askren said: “I don’t think there’s any good answer. They’re all like, ‘He does a lot of dumb things.’
      “Or, ‘He says crazy stuff.’ But it’s like, OK. So? So what? There’s nothing that, I don’t know.
      “People who I liked growing up: Chris Farley, I think he’s hilarious; Chris Rock, I think he’s hilarious; Muhammad Ali, I’m inspired by this man.
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      His third fight will be his toughest, facing for the first time an experienced and seasoned competitor.
      But Askren was renowned for his limited striking style and elite level grappling skills.
      As a result, he is the betting underdog, and has linked up with esteemed trainer Freddie Roach to enhance his boxing even more.

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      Inside Jake Paul’s inner circle from WWE star brother Logan, celebrity parents and even a BREATHING coach

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      JAKE PAUL is so diligent in his training preparations that he even has a BREATHING coach in his entourage. Behind every great champion is an even greater team – and although Paul is some way of that – he still leaves no stone unturned.
      Jake Paul with his boxing team
      The YouTuber-turned boxer returns on Sunday in Saudi Arabia against rival Tommy Fury in an anticipated grudge match.
      Ahead of the fight, SunSport runs down the familiar faces in Paul’s camp, from trainers to family members.
      Logan Paul
      Perhaps the most recognisable name is older brother Logan, also a YouTube, boxing and now WWE star.
      Jake and Logan are inseparable but do have different training teams, although they are always supporting each other.
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      Despite the close bond, the brothers still refuse to rule out one day fighting each other in an unprecedented bout.
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      Logan Paul pictured with brother JakeCredit: @loganpaul
      Greg Paul
      Dad Greg is possibly to thank for the success of Jake, 26, and Logan, 27, having ingrained a tireless work ethic into them.
      He is also always there on fight night, cheering on his boys.
      Greg has even been caught in the crosshairs of Jake’s feuds, most recently with ex-UFC fighter Nate Diaz, 37.
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      Logan Paul with brother Jake and dad GregCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Pam Stepnick
      Mum Pam – who is split from Greg – is definitely Jake and Logan’s No1 fan.
      And she even braves a ringside seat to watch her lads in action.
      Pam, like Greg, has been at every one of their fights and Sunday against Fury, 23, is no different.
      Mum Pam with her youngest Jake
      BJ Flores
      Ex-cruiserweight world title challenger Flores has coached Jake for all of his sixth professional fights.
      He has overseen his development from the get go, training everywhere from America, Puerto Rico and Dubai.
      Flores in late 2021 brought on his ex-cornerman Danny Smith to co-train Jake.
      BJ Flores pictured with Jake Paul
      Danny Smith
      Smith came on board after Jake beat ex-UFC champion Tyron Woodley, 40, on points in August 2021.
      And for their rematch four months on, Woodley was knocked out with the improvements there for all to see.
      Smith is often seen holding the pads for Jake, while Flores keeps a keen eye watching on.
      Jake Paul training with coach Danny SmithCredit: @jakepaul
      J’Leon Love
      Love was once a super-middleweight contender, mentored by the legendary Floyd Mayweather.
      But he also joined Jake at the start of his boxing journey and has not fought himself since 2021.
      Love is an assistant coach within the team, helping to strategise and game plan.
      J’Leon Love with Jake PaulCredit: @jakepaul
      Lukis Mac
      Mac is Jake’s breathing coach.
      He has also been there from the beginning, helping compose the prankster-gone-prizefighter in the ring.
      Before every fight, Jake and Mac will meditate in the win and visualise a win, going six for six so far.
      Breathing coach Lukis Mac with Jake Paul
      Marcos Guerrero
      The unsung hero of the squad is Guerrero, who essentially helps run Jake’s hectic life.
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      He started out as his assistant but has now transformed into chief operating officer in the Jake Paul business.
      Guerrero helps co-ordinate Jake’s schedule, which consists of anything from boxing, to business and content creating.
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      ‘He’s a big dude, why would I wanna do that?’ – Jake Paul’s dad sheepishly rejects talk of fight with John Fury

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      JAKE PAUL’s dad, Gregory, has rejected the prospect of fighting Tommy Fury’s dad John.Jake and Tommy are set to fight this Sunday in Saudi Arabia with the pair competing in a winner takes all bout.
      Gregory Paul has no interest in fighting John FuryCredit: YouTube – All Out Fighting
      John Fury is the father of boxers Tommy and Tyson FuryCredit: Getty
      Gregory and John will be watching from the sidelines with chatter that the two fathers could have a fight of their own.
      However, Jake’s dad Gregory has no interest in fighting John, insisting that the fight is not about them.
      He also admitted that John is a “big dude”, suggesting that he would probably lose if the two were to fight.
      He said on the All Out Fighting YouTube channel: “No, no, like John Fury he has boxed before, he is a big dude.
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      “Why would I do that? It is not about me and John, it is about Jake and Tommy.”
      Gregory went on to say that he and John are going through he same thing as they have to watch their sons fight.
      He added: “I have always gotten on with all the fighters that Jake is playing.
      “The fighters before and after, the parents too.
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      “I have no beef with John, as a matter of fact, John and I are in the same arena.
      “He’s got a kid that is getting punched in the face and so do I.
      “So we are both going for the same thing.”
      The pair will be competing for the new “Diriyah Strap” belt which was created by the WBC.
      It has that name as the fight will take place at the Diriyah Arena in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, with the winner being crowned the Diriyah Champion.
      Paul has offered to pay Fury double if he wins their fight, but if the Brit loses, then he will not get a penny.
      The offer was made when they came face-to-face in the Middle East in front of the media – who almost got to witness the two bitter rivals scrapping before any bell.
      The bet could earn Fury an astonishing £10.6million if he wins the fight.

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      Tommy Fury reveals dad John is scarier than Tyson and warned Anthony Joshua it will be ‘game over’ if he fights brother

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      TOMMY FURY says his dad John is scarier than brother and WBC heavyweight boxing king Tyson.But the former Love Island star believes Tyson will be in a mean mood if he eventually fights Anthony Joshua predicting ‘game over’ for the Watford fighter.
      Tommy Fury, pictured here with girlfriend Molly-Mae, hopes one day to emulate older brother Tyson and become a world championCredit: Rex Features
      John Fury is scarier than son and boxing king Tyson, says Tommy FuryCredit: Sportsfile – Getty
      Tyson and Tommy Fury are confident AJ won’t win the Battle of BritainCredit: Mark Robinson Ltd
      Tommy is trying to make his own waves in the sport after becoming a household name for his time topping up his tan on reality TV.
      The 23-year-old has won all eight of his pro fights so far, four by way of KO and faces YouTube star-turned-boxer Jake Paul on Sunday.
      If he can adopt the same ‘take no prisoners’ attitude older brother and dad have, Tommy hopes one day to become a world champ himself.
      When asked who was scarier between John and Tyson, Tommy told The Sportsman: “I wouldn’t like to be stuck in a lift with my dad. Definitely not.
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      “There is just something about him, when he loses his temper that is it, you just say ‘Oh no problem, I’ll speak to you another day.’ Get out the firing line.”
      Tyson and AJ looked destined for a fight on December 3 in Cardiff – but talks between the pair have broken down.
      Fury is blaming Joshua’s ego and business interests for blowing their December 3 Cardiff clash – and insisted the pair will NEVER fight.
      If they ever did step into the ring, unsurprisingly Tommy is tipping his big bro to do what he does best and win the Battle Of Britain.
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      Tommy added: “I think it will happen, definitely because it is too big of a fight not to happen.
      “Tyson is ready all year round. He’s never shied away from anybody his entire life so whenever Joshua steps up and wants to take the fight, then Tyson will be here waiting.
      “I truly believe Joshua knows this in his own head. When he fights Tyson it will be game over for him.”
      The Morecambe giant admitted he needs help because he “wants to be out of boxing” but “can’t let go”.
      While dad John doesn’t believe that the AJ vs Tyson fight will now be made.
      The 58-year-old told The Daily Mail: “I can understand why [they are stalling on the contracts]. He is their Golden Boy.
      “A defeat to Tyson Fury, financially… it would financial suicide for them wouldn’t it.
      “That’s why they don’t want it.”
      WBC champ Fury said: “[Joshua] was asked the question: ‘Do you want to fight Tyson Fury?’
      “[It was] very plain and simple, and he never answered the question. It was a simple yes or no answer wasn’t it?
      “Then they said, ‘Do you think you’re the best heavyweight in the world?’ and he went [holds hands up].
      “Didn’t answer the question. Ask me, do you want to fight Anthony Joshua?”
      Ross duly obliged, to which Fury responded ‘Yes’, before being asked who is the world’s best heavyweight.
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      Unsurprisingly, he replied: “Me, by a mile. There we go, that’s how you answer the question.”
      Joshua is back in action in April against Jermaine Franklin.
      Tommy Fury is adamant Tyson will beat AJ in the Battle of BritainCredit: Instagram
      Tyson and Tommy Fury are confident AJ won’t win the Battle of BritainCredit: Mark Robinson Ltd
      Fury sparred with a boxer who was sporting a prosthetic leg at the weekendCredit: Instagram @gypsyking101
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      ‘The WORST 8-0 resume I’ve ever seen’ – Eddie Hearn slams Tommy Fury’s boxing record despite picking him to KO Jake Paul

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      EDDIE HEARN has blasted Tommy Fury’s 8-0 boxing resume, calling it the “worst” he’s EVER seen.The Matchroom supremo was asked for his thoughts on the younger Fury brother, ahead of his grudge match with Jake Paul this Sunday.
      Eddie Hearn has slammed Tommy Fury’s resumeCredit: YouTube @Boxing Social
      Tommy TNT will finally face Jake Paul this weekendCredit: AFP
      Asked on where he stands going into the big fight, Hearn laid into Tommy’s CV… despite backing him to win.
      Chatting to Boxing Social, Hearn said: “You have to remember, it’s out in Saudi Arabia. I know there’s a lot of noise online, but it’s not like you’re at the 02, or Wembley Stadium, or…
      “But he’s got his brother around him, his dad – they’ve been around boxing for many years.
      “At the end of the day, however good Tommy Fury is… it’s a fight, he’s been there before.
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      “He hasn’t boxed anyone better as a pro than Jake Paul which is quite embarrassing.
      “But he has sparred better, and probably fought better opponents in the amateurs than Jake Paul.”
      Asked if Anderson Silva is a better win than any on Fury’s record, Hearn replied: “Tommy’s resume is awful. Awful. So bad.”
      He then continued: “Probably the worst 8-0 resume I’ve ever seen. Terrible.
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      “But, by the way, he’s won every fight easy. So it’s not like he’s struggled against anyone. But genuinely, the level of opposition, they’re honestly so bad.
      “Jake Paul has a better boxing resume than Tommy Fury, which is disgusting.
      “But I just feel that if Tommy Fury let’s his hands go and goes in there and boxes neat and smart, he’ll stop him.”
      Paul has beaten former MMA stars Silva, Tyron Woodley and Ben Askren – as well as ex-NBA player Nate Robinson and YouTuber AnEsonGib.
      Fury, meanwhile, beat Daniel Bocianski last time out and Anthony Taylor in his prior bout.
      After initially picking Paul to beat Fury, Hearn has completely changed his tune.
      I think Jake Paul has absolutely no chance to win this fightEddie Hearn
      Explaining himself to Boxing Social, he said: “I have had a total U-turn on this fight. I thought Jake Paul was going to win this fight.
      “I think Jake Paul has absolutely no chance to win this fight at all.”
      He then added: “If Tommy Fury comes out aggressively and puts it on Jake Paul, this fight will not go two rounds.
      “This is a massive U-turn for me because both are limited. But Tommy Fury as limited as he is as a professional boxer, has been boxing for ten, 12 years, maybe more.
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      “He has been in the ring against professional fighters, he has experienced that, he’s done the hard spars.
      “He’s an outsider in this fight… he’s going to win this fight by stoppage.”
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      Jake Paul has ‘no chance’ this Sunday… claims HearnCredit: Getty More