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      Anthony Joshua admits he’s no longer a ‘bruiser’ as he reveals reason for being gun shy in Jermaine Franklin fight

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA admits he no longer wades into the fire as he’s not the “bruiser” he once was.Before being dropped in his 2017 classic with Wladimir Klitschko, the former two-time heavyweight champion was a bloodhound of a finisher.
      Anthony Joshua returned to the win column earlier this month against Jermaine FranklinCredit: RICHARD PELHAM
      AJ has adopted a more cautious approach or his last three fightsCredit: RICHARD PELHAM
      Joshua admits he’s no longer the ‘bruiser’ he once wasCredit: RICHARD PELHAM
      But he’s adopted a more conservative approach as of late, opting to box on the outside and stay out of the kitchen for too long.
      And that change of tact – which was on show in his return to the win column against Jermaine Franklin -has come from the Watford warrior making the conscious decision to use brain over brawn.
      He told SkySports: “When you look at someone’s make-up, you have to look at what their attributes are.
      “I’m quite tall, I’ve got a long range but I’m not going to be a bruiser.
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      “If you look at my character, I’m not the most aggressive, outwardly type of person.
      “I’m not a fighter – I’m more of a boxer, there’s a thought process, there’s a method behind the madness.
      “I’ve always tried to develop my boxing IQ but over 12 rounds there are times where you have to fight and I want to become a box fighter.
      “It’s why that fight with Jermaine Franklin – I realised I was in with someone who’s a counter-puncher.
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      “You throw two, they try to hit you with three – so I changed my game plan, I stuck behind my jab, used my attributes and got the win.”
      Joshua, 33, insists his change in approach will benefit him in the long run and when the going gets tough.
      He continued: “I can build on that because there will be a day where just being a fighter may not work against a certain opponent.
      “The man who has a plan A, B and C in his locker because he can use his jab, he can move around, he knows how to defend.
      “I think he’ll have more of a chance to be victorious on a tough night.
      A showdown with Deontay Wider is in the works for AJCredit: GETTY
      “I’m glad I got those rounds in the bank and I can move forward on my quest to become a full and well-rounded fighter.”
      AJ was set to return to action in July but has since teased a December dust-up.
      And a long-overdue grudge match with former WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder is in the works for AJ.
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      He recently told a fan: “That’s what’s happening [the Wilder Fight].
      “It’s public news, we’re getting it down, we’re throwing it down in December.” More

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      Muhammad Ali made me cry when I told him I would avenge him – I did it and it was my greatest moment in boxing

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      MIKE TYSON broke down in tears the day after seeing his hero Muhammad Ali take a pasting from Larry Holmes.The former undisputed heavyweight champion returned from a two-year layoff in 1980 at the age of 38 to challenge Holmes for the WBC and Ring Magazine titles.
      Larry Holmes put a beating on Muhammad Ali in The Greatest’s penultimate fightCredit: AP
      A young Mike Tyson was in attendance to see his hero get pummeled by HolmesCredit: Getty
      Iron Mike cried on the phone to Ali the following dayCredit: GETTY
      Father Time had well and truly caught up to The Greatest – who had been struggling with vocal stutters and hand tremours – who was beaten from pillar to post until trainer Angelo Dundee halted the fight in the tenth.
      A 14-year-old Tyson watched on in horror with trainer Cus D’Amato as Holmes battered his hero and was stunned into the silence
      Iron Mike told Boxing Arabia: “We went to see Muhammad Ali fight Larry Holmes on closed circuit. [Holmes] beat the s**t out of Ali.
      “We all went back home, 30 miles south, nobody said a word in the car for 30 miles.
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      “We got in the house, went to our beds, all went to sleep, nobody said nothing.
      “The next morning [Tyson’s trainer Cus D’Amato] is on the phone with Ali.
      “I’m hearing him say, ‘He’s a bum, Ali, why you let that bum beat on you?’”
      D’Amato eventually passed the phone on to Tyson – who vowed to avenge his fallen hero.
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      He said: “I was on the phone, I said [to Ali], ‘When I get big I’m gonna avenge you.
      “‘I’m gonna knock him out for you.’
      “Ali said, ‘Yeah I’m the greatest fighter ever and I took medicine.
      “And I got sick and I’m gonna come back and knock out Holmes.’
      Ali’s words, however, didn’t have the desired comforting effect on a teenage Tyson.
      Mike Tyson avenged Ali with a fourth-round KO of Larry HolmesCredit: GETTY
      He said: “I’m on the phone crying.
      “He thought he was making me happy but he was making me sad cause he ignored the fact of me saying I’m gonna avenge you.”
      Tyson got his opportunity to avenge Ali eight years later when he fought Holmes in Trump Plaza, Atlantic City in January 1988.
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      Ali was in attendance for the fight, and told Tyson seconds before the tussle: “Get him for me.”
      “Get him” Tyson did as he overwhelmed Holmes and stopped him in the fourth round to retain the WBA, WBC and IBF heavyweight titles. More

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      Watch boxing legend Floyd Mayweather effortlessly train in his mid 40s ahead of fight against crime boss’ grandson

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      FLOYD MAYWEATHER keeps proving that age is nothing but a number as he still goes strong at the advanced age of 46.Mayweather retired from professional boxing back in 2017 with a stunning undefeated record, which saw him winning all of his 50 fights.
      Floyd Mayweather proved he hasn’t slowed down despite his advanced ageCredit: Instagram / @jamielynn
      Mayweather avoided punches without even looking while trainingCredit: Instagram / @jamielynn
      Money has since been competing in exhibition bouts around the world and is set for his first US match since his fight with Logan Paul back in 2021.
      This time, the American bruiser will take on John Gotti III, who is the grandson of infamous mafia boss John Gotti.
      The two fighters will lock horns on June 11 at the LA Live Arena in Sunrise, Florida.
      And Gotti has his work cut out as Mayweather hasn’t slowed down one bit since hanging up his boxing gloves.
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      The undefeated legend posted a video last year showing him training at the gym.
      And the session was so effortless for the star boxer that he would spar without even looking at his trainer.
      Mayweather would instead stare at the camera and still duck out of every single move that was thrown his way.
      Gotti has won two out of two boxing fights after switching to the sport from MMA.
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      The New Yorker also enjoyed success inside the octagon with a 5-1 record under his belt.
      The 30-year-old’s grandfather ran the Gambino family, which was once described as America’s most powerful crime syndicate.
      The crime boss wound up serving a life term in jail for racketeering and murder until his death on June 10, 2002 at the age of 61.
      The father of Mayweather’s opponent John A Gotti became the acting boss of the Gambino family until he was sent to prison for racketeering, and has since claimed to have left the gang. More

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      Jake Paul calls for ‘homie’ Nate Diaz to be released from prison after brawl with Logan lookalike

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      JAKE PAUL called for Nate Diaz to be freed by police after the former UFC star handed himself into custody.A warrant for the MMA superstar’s arrest was issued on Monday after footage of him being involved in a mass brawl in New Orleans last Friday went viral.
      Nate Diaz handed himself into police after a warrant for his arrest was issued on MondayCredit: AP
      New Orleans police wanted Diaz in custody over his involvement in a mass brawl last FridayCredit: INSTAGRAM@BAMBAJUICE
      Upcoming opponent Jake Paul was quick to react to the news of Diaz’s arrestCredit: INSTAGRAM@JAKEPAUL
      Diaz, 38, was rushed upon by Logan-Paul-lookalike Rodney Petersen following a Misfits Boxing event and proceeded to choke him UNCONSCIOUS – an act his team claims was “self-defense”.
      After getting wind of the warrant for his arrest, Diaz decided to cooperate with the New Orleans Police Department and turned himself
      And that prompted Paul to take to social media and urge NOPD to release his upcoming opponent.
      Paul posted a snap of the news with prayer and crying-face emojis to his Instagram story and wrote: “Free big bro @natediaz209.”
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      He then posted a snap of himself with a tear emoji and the accompanying caption: “They locked my homie up @natediaz209.”
      Paul didn’t have to wait long for Diaz to be released by the NOPD.
      The Stockton slugger was released from custody a mere four hours after turning himself in.
      Agent Zach Rosenfield issued a statement shortly after news of Diaz handing himself into custody broke.
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      It read: “Nate voluntarily turned himself into the New Orleans Police Department this morning approximately at 7:10 AM CT.
      “We continue to look forward to presenting all the evidence and videos that show Nate was acting in self-defense.”
      Diaz has yet to break his silence on his involvement in the brawl, which Petersen was happy to comment on on social media.
      The professional MMA fighter and BJJ competitor said: ” “So I don’t know what the hell I did to Nate Diaz.
      Jake Paul and Nate Diaz will throw down in a boxing match on August 5Credit: MOST VALUABLE PROMOTIONS
      “But I’ll telling you what, I’m going to knock him the f*** out when I know he’s coming.
      “You caught me off guard, dude. Did you think I was Logan? What the f***?”
      Diaz is set to throw down with YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul in a lucrative showdown in Dallas on August 5.
      The fight will be his first since he left the UFC last September following a submission victory over Tony Ferguson. More

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      Fans fear for Anthony Joshua as Deontay Wilder shows off explosive punches and incredible physique in training

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      DEONTAY WILDER had fans fearing for Anthony Joshua in his latest training clip. The American is back in the gym preparing for his next fight, having confirmed his interest in facing AJ.
      Deontay Wilder had fans fearing for Anthony Joshua in his latest training clipCredit: https://twitter.com/LoveBoxingTV/status/1651508998233882624
      Wilder showed off his amazing shape and new-and-improved jab, which caused an earth-shattering noise on the pads.
      And after letting go of one of his famously brutal right hands, fans voiced their concern for Joshua.
      One said: “Knocks AJ out within two rounds real talk.”
      Another added: “Good luck to AJ.”
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      One claimed: “This jab knocks out most people.”
      Wilder, 37, has not boxed since knocking out Robert Helenius, 39, in the opening round of his October comeback bout last year.
      But he has been continually linked with a super-fight against Joshua, 33, following years of failed talks.
      Now, the blockbuster bout could become a reality after Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn flew out this week for talks in Saudi Arabia.
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      And he claimed AJ is in line to face either Wilder or Tyson Fury as a result.
      The Bronze Bomber’s team have already given their green light for the fight – and now so too has the man himself.
      Wilder told iFL TV: “We got a lot of different options right now at this moment in time. Joshua, everybody.
      “I think a lot of people is going to get that dream fight everyone wants to see.”

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      Devin Haney vs Vasiliy Lomachenko: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel, undercard for huge lightweight bout

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      DEVIN HANEY’s big clash with Vasiliy Lomachenko is just weeks away – and we have all the details on how to catch the action. Undisputed lightweight champ Haney is up against the toughest test of his career in Loma, who previously held three of his opponent’s belts.
      Devin Haney holds the WBA, WBO, WBC and IBF lightweight titles
      Vasiliy Lomachenko beat Jamaine Ortiz on points in his last outing
      Lomachenko lost the titles to Teofimo Lopez, who ended up dropping them to George Kambosos Jr.
      Haney eventually beat Kambosos Jr twice to gain all four trinkets, setting up a huge Las Vegas showdown with Ukrainian Lomachenko, who has been chasing an undisputed fight for years.
      The 35-year-old beat Jamaine Ortiz last time out and stared down Haney in the ring after.
      But the pair will finally square off with their gloves on in the coming weeks, with the winner touted for a huge bout against Gervonta Davis.

      When is Haney vs Lomachenko?

      Haney’s big clash with Lomachenko will take place on Saturday, May 20.
      The main event will get going from around 4.30am UK time on Sunday, May 21.
      Haney vs Lomachenko will take place at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.

      What channel is it on and can it be live streamed?

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

      Haney vs Lomachenko full card

      Devin Haney vs. Vasiliy Lomachenko; For Haney’s IBF, WBA, WBC and WBO world lightweight titles
      Juno Nakatani vs. Andrew Maloney; For the vacant WBO world super flyweight title
      Raymond Muratalla vs. Jeremia Nakathila; Lightweight
      Oscar Valdez vs. Adam Lopez; Super featherweight

      What has been said?
      “It’s definitely tougher for him now, I’m a much better fighter than I was four years ago, much stronger, more mature, more experienced in the ring,” Haney said.
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      “I know he is a tough competitor, he’s going to prepare well for the fight but I will be the better man that night.”
      “The better opposition, the better I perform and I will show that. He is the best guy on paper. I will show that I’m above him as well.
      “He was the guy on the No 1 pound-for-pound list, and eventually I will be that.” More

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      Jake Paul looks loved-up as he poses outside private jet with world’s hottest speed skater girlfriend and pet dog

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      JAKE PAUL looked loved up with his speed skater girlfriend Jutta Leerdam and his pet dog. The YouTuber-turned boxer went official with Dutch champion Leerdam in early April after revealing their relationship on Instagram.
      Jake Paul looked loved up with his speed skater girlfriend Jutta LeerdamCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cri1X3PORib/
      The happy couple sharing a kissCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cri1X3PORib/
      Jake Paul and Jutta Leerdam went official in AprilCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cri1X3PORib/
      Jake Paul with his beloved pet dog ThorCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/Cri1X3PORib/
      And they have gone from strength to strength ever since with Leerdam spending time with Paul at his Puerto Rico training base.
      The happy couple posed arm in arm and kissed behind a private jet in their latest PDA – but Paul did share the love with his beloved dog Thor.
      Leerdam was credited for helping the American get over his first defeat in the ring, which came in February.
      Paul, 26, was beaten by Tommy Fury, 23, in a split-decision in Saudi Arabia, ending his six-fight winning streak.
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      The social media sensation decided against a rematch and instead returns on August 5 in Texas against ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 37.
      Paul has already started training for the pay-per-view bout and opened up on how Leerdam aided his recovery.
      He said in a YouTube video: “I have a new girlfriend which is pretty cool.
      “It’s been so refreshing, she’s a world champion and I’ve just been so amazed by her and her work ethic and how much of an angel she is.
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      “She’s one of the most pure-hearted human beings that I have met in my life, so genuine and she has just changed my perspective and helped me coming out of this loss when I was in a dark place.
      “She really was there talking about her losses and was able to relate to those things and what I was going through.
      “So she’s been such a blessing; Jutta if you’re watching this hi, you’re amazing.”
      Jutta Leerdam is a Dutch speed skaterCredit: Instagram / @uttaleerdam
      Jutta Leerdam helped Jake Paul get over his loss to Tommy FuryCredit: Instagram
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      Saudi Arabia boxing tournament with Fury, Joshua, Wilder and Usyk edges nearer as Hearn flies in for advanced talks

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      EDDIE HEARN has flown into Saudi Arabia to hold advanced talks over a super-fight in December for Anthony Joshua. Hosts in the Middle East are hoping to pit the heavyweight elite against each other in a tournament-style format.
      Anthony Joshua and promoter Eddie HearnCredit: PA
      Eddie Hearn has flown into Saudi Arabia for fight talksCredit: https://www.instagram.com/eddiehearn/
      It would see the prospect of Tyson Fury, 34, unifying the titles against Oleksandr Usyk, 36, after their failed talks to do so in April.
      And Joshua, 33, would meet Wilder, 37, in an anticipated blockbuster years in the making.
      The stunning and lucrative plan has now moved a step closer after Hearn landed in Riyadh for talks.
      Joshua twice boxed in Saudi before, beating Andy Ruiz Jr, 33, in Diriyah in 2019 but losing to Usyk last August in Jeddah.
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      Both AJ, Wilder and their respected camps have given the mega-fight the green light.
      And Usyk’s side are also on board with fighting Fury in the desert despite their collapse of talks earlier in the year.
      A deal for the first ever four-belt undisputed decider broke down amid a row over the financials for a potential rematch.
      Usyk is now set to face WBA mandatory challenger Daniel Dubois, 25, with Andy Ruiz Jr, 33, in talks to fight Fury in London.
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      But the Ukrainian’s promoter Alex Krassyuk has kept the door open to a future unification bout and passed the buck on their opposition.
      Krassyuk told BT Sport Boxing: “Oleksandr Usyk and his team are known to be the easiest people to deal with in the world of boxing.
      “So there’s only one thing still pending and it’s a complex personality who goes back and forth, playing his games to try and squeeze as much money as possible. That was the reason why Usyk called him greedy belly!”
      Tyson Fury facing off with Oleksandr UsykCredit: REUTERS More