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      Inside Jake Paul’s stunning body transformation from skinny Disney star to unbeaten boxer ahead of Tommy Fury fight

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      JAKE PAUL has gone from skinny Disney star to cruiserweight boxing contender in the short space of under six years. The American starred in two series of TV show Bizaardvark, first airing on 2017 after shooting to fame on social media app Vine.
      Jake Paul was much skinnier during his Disney Channel days
      Jake Paul shot to fame on social media app Vine
      The American began boxing in 2018
      And after a successful career as one of the biggest YouTubers in the world, in 2018 Paul began his boxing journey.
      Now after nearly five years and just six professional bouts, he is one of the richest fighters on the planet.
      In 2021, he was behind only Tyson Fury, 34, and Canelo Alvarez, 32, in the list of highest-paid boxers.
      And next Sunday, in Saudi Arabia, he faces Fury’s younger brother Tommy in their rescheduled celebrity grudge match.
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      The eight-round pay-per-view bout is scheduled for 185lb or 13st 2lb, the lightest weight in Paul’s career.
      He has largely campaigned at 190lb, 13st 7lb, while following a gruelling training regime.
      Paul, 26, was a high-school wrestler, so has always maintained a good physique even during his days on the small screen.
      But he has conditioned himself into fighting shape now, packing on the muscle.
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      Paul has beaten ex-MMA champions in Ben Askren, 38, Tyron Woodley, 40, and Anderson Silva, 47.
      But Tommy, 23, will be the first opponent he has faced with a recognised boxing record.
      And the stakes have been raised after the WBC announced Paul will receive a world ranking if he wins.
      A ranking within the organisation would pave the way for him to sensationally challenge for a championship title.
      It means Paul could very well complete his transition from children’s TV actor to world title challenger.
      Jake Paul has largely fought at 190lbCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Jake Paul fights Tommy Fury at 185lb
      Jake Paul ahead of his fight with Tommy Fury in Saudi ArabiaCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun More

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      Former world champion boxer looks unrecognisable with fight fans left stunned at Brit legend’s striking new hairstyle

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      THIS former boxing world champion looked unrecognisable during a recent public appearance.Now more out of the spotlight, he attended Liam Smith’s win over Chris Eubank Jr last month.
      This former boxing star looks totally different to his pompCredit: Instagram
      He now sports a very different barnetCredit: Instagram
      It took fans a while to clock who this former British super-middleweight was – given his change of hairstyle from his fighting days.
      They certainly knew him during his pomp, especially after his rivalry with another Brit star,
      He also won a number of titles, before hanging up his gloves in 2019.
      This star, now 34, finished his career with an impressive 28-4 record.
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      He had begun his time in the pro ranks an impressive 19-0.
      Then, in 2013, he ran into rival Carl Froch.
      He was controversially stopped by Froch in the ninth round, with the decision causing a furore among British boxing fans.
      The IBF subsequently ordered a rematch between the duo – and such was the interest the rivalry had created that it took place at Wembley Stadium.
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      Froch was again the victor, but that wouldn’t be the end of… George Groves.
      Following wins over Christopher Rebrasse and Denis Douglin, he would suffer defeat to Badou Jack.
      But that preceded a spectacular seven-fight win streak – seeing him become champion at the fourth attempt and culminating in a brilliant victory over Chris Eubank Jr in February 2018.
      His career would end with a defeat to Callum Smith in December of that year.
      Upon announcing his retirement, he said: “After taking a little time to reflect on the recent events in my career, I have decided that it is time for me to retire as a professional fighter.
      “In 2017, I boxed in front of a home crowd in Sheffield and became the WBA super-middleweight world champion.
      “After four attempts I had finally fulfilled my childhood dream, and the experience was as great as I had always imagined it would be.
      “It was without doubt the best moment of my career.”
      Groves had an epic rivalry with Carl FrochCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      George Groves won the belt at the fourth time of askingCredit: Reuters
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      Eddie Hearn sheds new light on what he and Conor McGregor discussed during ‘mad’ meeting about Katie Taylor fight

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      MATCHROOM chief Eddie Hearn has described UFC star Conor McGregor as a great promoter. The Londoner says the former UFC champion will be a massive part of Katie Taylor’s homecoming event later this year.
      Conor McGregor held a meeting with Eddie Hearn last week
      Eddie Hearn says the UFC star is a great promoter
      The top boxing promoter flew into Ireland to hold talks with the Conor McGregor in a bid to bring Taylor’s blockbuster rematch with Amanda Serrano to GAA HQ as he revealed some details from the meeting.
      Speaking with Betfred’s Lightweight Boxing Show, Hearn said: “Probably not in May. There’s a rugby game on there on that day and that’s our TV day. We know it’s £1 million more to host a fight there than Wembley, which is wild but it is what it is.
      “Everybody says ‘Just pay it, just pay it, it’s great business’, well that isn’t great business because imagine making a fight like that and losing a £1 million. Fantastic, what great business.
      “Conor McGregor talked about supporting the event and he’s just full of beans. I had a nice pint of Black Forged Irish Stout, which is better than Guinness, and it was just mad being around Conor. Imagine watching a Conor McGregor press conference and that’s basically what it was like at dinner.

      “He’s a character, he’s a great promoter and he genuinely loves Katie Taylor and wants to help. I’m sure he’ll be part of the show.”
      But a potential Croke Park date would only be possible later in 2023 as the Irish government ruled out any chance of the May 20 date for the ‘Bray Bomber’ and a stadium homecoming.
      The May 20 fight now looks certain to take place at the 3Arena.
      Hearn added: “The 3Arena is only 9,000 or 10,000 but it’s the biggest (indoor) arena in Ireland. We keep talking about these outdoor events for Katie but if I miss this slot then we may never get the chance to go.
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      “By the way it’s an unbelievable arena and Conor has fought there. The atmosphere would be wild. We won’t be very popular though as the tickets will go on day one. I just want it to happen.”
      Hearn says that Dublin’s Croke Park could see Taylor face undisputed light-welterweight champion Chantelle Cameron if the Bray native beat Serrano in the rematch.
      Hearn concluded: “Katie said to me she wants Amanda Serrano and Chantelle Cameron. The Chantelle Cameron fight could be the fight for Croke Park, but let’s get this up and running, get tickets on sale and give Katie Taylor a homecoming in Ireland.” More

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      John Fury says Tyson has already beaten a better fighter than Usyk… and it’s not Wilder or Klitschko

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      JOHN FURY has named a boxer better than WBC heavyweight champion son, Tyson’s, rival Oleksandr Usyk – and it’s NOT Deontay Wilder or Wladimir Klitschko.Tyson, 34, has fought a number of top heavyweights in his near 15-year career.
      John Fury has named a boxer better than Tyson’s rival, Oleksandr UsykCredit: PA
      Steve Cunningham dropped Tyson Fury in their 2013 fight – and dad John says he’s better than UsykCredit: Action Images – Reuters
      Dad John rates former cruiserweight world champion, Steve Cunningham, at the top of the list.
      Tyson made his US debut at Madison Square Garden in New York against Cunningham in 2013.
      Despite Tyson having a six inch height advantage and being 44 lbs heavier than Cunningham, the Gypsy King was dropped in Round Two.
      Tyson managed to make it back to his feet and went on to stop Cunningham in Round Seven.
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      Ahead of a potential heavyweight unification fight with WBA, IBF, and WBO champ Usyk, who was also King of the cruiserweights at one point in time like Cunningham, John believes Tyson will have no problems with the Ukrainian.
      John told talkSPORT: “Usyk, look at him, he’s just too small, mate.
      “He’s a great little boxer, he’s probably a lovely fella, I’ve got nothing against him at all, I like the Ukrainian people, it’s a great country and I wish them all the very best, they’re struggling at the moment with their own problems, but Usyk talking boxing lingo, just too small for Tyson, he’s got nothing to beat him with.
      “I thought Steve Cunningham was a better fighter than Usyk back in the day, Cunningham was better than Usyk.
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      “You know at cruiserweight, Steve Cunningham was unbeatable because he had everything.
      “He had speed, he had power, he could move around the ring, great coordination.
      “You know, it’s just that boxing has moved on, but not for the better, the guys just seem to be doing all this modern technique, it just looks awful to the eye.
      “To me, they’ve got a lot right, but they’ve got a lot wrong as well, but we stick to the old school methods. You know they work.
      “I’ve seen Usyk fight Joshua twice, he ain’t beating Tyson him, definitely not.
      “I’m not just saying because he’s my own son, but he’s been out there 34 times unbeaten, you know I’ve not been wrong yet, so there you are, Tyson’s the king of the ring.”
      Tyson Fury has taken on some of heavyweight’s greats, including Deontay Wilder in a trilogyCredit: AP
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      Tommy Fury’s dad John makes Jake Paul U-turn with surprise admission before fight as rivalry hots up

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      TOMMY FURY’S dad John Fury has surprisingly admitted that he likes Jake Paul despite the many back and forths between the pair. The famous father has had a number of high profile altercations with Paul during the build up to the fight.
      Tommy Fury and his father John posing for photosCredit: Alamy
      Tommy Fury and Jake Paul face off with one anotherCredit: Getty
      Perhaps the most heated came in November as Tommy fought on the undercard of Floyd Mayweather’s exhibition bout with Deji.
      Fury Senior tore his shirt off and tried to get through the ropes to Paul who was commentating at the time but he dismissed it as just harmless fun.
      Speaking to the Daily Mirror Fury Senior expressed that he does in fact like the Youtuber turned boxer.
      He said: “I like the kid, I like him and his brother Logan, I like all of them YouTubers, they bring good stuff and at the end of the day I’m excited talking to them.”
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      He added: “Old people, like me, can get good vibes off young people and I love to see young people doing well in life and that’s what the Pauls have done. As well as all the other YouTubers, KSI, Salt Papi, they’re all great for the job aren’t they?”
      Fury Senior is in no doubt about who will win and believes Tommy and Paul could even become friends after their grudge fight.
      He said: ” I’m one million per cent confident it will be Tommy, but I’m sure they can be friends after.
      “They’re just young lads doing their job and Jake Paul is very good at that job! I’m having a game with him like he’s having a game with me, always remember that. I’m an old, experienced guy in this field.”
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      ‘Is it right?’ – Eddie Hearn slams possibility of Jake Paul receiving world ranking with win over Tommy Fury

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      EDDIE HEARN has slammed the possibility of Jake Paul entering the World Boxing Council’s rankings.The Mexican sanctioning body caused outrage this week by announcing the YouTuber turned boxer will become a ranked cruiserweight if he wins his showdown with Tommy Fury later this month.
      Jake Paul and Tommy Fury will finally collide at the end of the monthCredit: MOST VALUABLE PROMOTIONS
      The winner of the fight will earn a spot in the WBC’s cruiserweight rankingsCredit: GETTY
      Eddie Hearn isn’t a fan of either man being ranked after the fightCredit: REX
      But the decision to potentially rank Paul hasn’t perplexed Hearn, who told Seconds Out: “Commercially I get it.
      “I don’t think either fighter deserves that spot but it’s boxing.
      “It’s a good fight and certainly the winner will be undefeated and there are other fighters in the top 15 of that governing body that don’t deserve to be there either.”
      Hearn doesn’t begrudge the WBC for trying to potentially tee up a big fight in the future but believes ranking Paul, or Fury, after the bout will make a mockery of the sport.
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      The Matchroom Boxing chief told iFL TV: “Sometimes governing bodies have to live in that commercial world as well.
      “Tommy Fury’s a proper fighter and Jake Paul would make a statement if he won that fight.
      “Not a statement that he can challenge for a world title, but, ultimately, there’s a little bit of publicity in there.
      “Is it right? Not really.
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      “Because there’s fighters that deserve to be in the top 15 much more than Jake Paul, but it’s the world we live in.”
      Hearn, 43, initially tipped Paul to strike the telling blow to Fury before the fight with his mind games.
      During an appearance on The MMA Hour, he said: “Mentally, he’ll break Tommy Fury.
      “I think he’ll mess with Tommy mentally, and I just think by the time they get in the ring, if they do get in the ring, I think Tommy will be defeated before the fight’s even taken place.

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      “And I think will win by knockout.”
      But he’s since changed his prediction for the Saudi showdown, telling Boxing UK: “I’m quite looking forward to it.
      “I did think that Jake Paul would win the fight, but I think I’ve changed my mind.
      “It’s a 50/50 though which is a little bit worrying in itself.” More

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      Anthony Joshua conqueror Andy Ruiz Jr ordered to fight undefeated Filip Hrgovic for interim IBF world title

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      ANDY RUIZ JR is on course to face Filip Hrgovic following a purse bid order from the IBF.The former unified heavyweight champion was seemingly set for a huge domestic dust-up with Deontay Wilder after the WBC ordered the bout last November.
      Andy Ruiz Jr was on course for a huge clash with Deontay WilderCredit: EPA
      But a domestic dust-up with The Bronze bomber has hit the rocksCredit: GETTY
      Ruiz Jr has since been ordered to face Croatian clubber Filip HrgovicCredit: PA
      But the fight was thrown into jeopardy when Wilder began to entertain “all sorts of different offers” due to an unsatisfactory purse.
      And the fight is seemingly now well and truly off the cards following the IBF’s push for an interim title fight between Ruiz Jr and Hrgovic.
      IBF president Daryl People said in a letter: “On January 11, 2023, the IBF ordered Filip Hrgovic and Andy Ruiz to begin negotiations for the IBF Heavyweight Interim Championship Title.”
      “An agreement could not be reached and on February 13, 2013, Mr. Nisse Sauerland, representing Filip Hrgovic, requested an immediate purse bid.”
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      The victor of the bout will put themselves in contention to face the winner of Tyson Fury’s undisputed heavyweight title fight with Oleksandr Usyk.
      The pair are on course to face one another in April, although a deal has yet to be finalised.
      Undefeated Ukranian Usyk holds the IBF title, which he prised from Anthony Joshua’s clutches in September 2021.
      Hrgovic is currently the mandatory challenger for the strap following a controversial decision win over Zhang Zhilei on the undercard of Usyk vs Joshua 2.
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      AJ conqueror Ruiz Jr 33, hasn’t fought since his decision victory over Luis Ortiz last September.
      Ruiz Jr hasn’t spoken publicly about potential bouts with Hrgovic or Wilder.
      Bronze Bomber Wilder, however, told ES News: “Andy is a good fighter.
      “I like his speed, his willingness, and his bravery, but it’s not going to be enough for me, though.
      “He’s going to have to put an extra recipe on top of everything I named.
      “He’s going to have to put some more on it because I am the man. I am that man.
      “That’s why they fear me. Do you understand?
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      Tommy Fury reveals brother Tyson’s real prediction for Jake Paul fight after he refused to say in front of YouTuber

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      TOMMY FURY has revealed brother Tyson’s prediction for his clash with Jake Paul.The Love Island star will finally get to settle his feud with the YouTuber-turned-boxer in a Saudi grudge match at the end of the month.
      Jake Paul and Tommy Fury will throw down in a grugde match later this monthCredit: GETTY
      Tyson Fury refused to give his prediction for the fight after gatecrashing one of Paul’s interviewsCredit: JOE
      But Tommy has revealed his brother expects him to wipe the floor with the YouTuberCredit: INSTAGRAM@TOMMYFURY
      Their beef, however, didn’t stop Paul from cosying up to Tyson after having an interview gatecrashed by the Gypsy King last month.
      Tyson refrained from revealing his prediction for the fight in the presence of Paul, but he expects little brother Tommy to put a one-sided beating on The Problem Child.
      Tommy told Fight Hype: “Tyson is, in my opinion, the greatest fighter ever, obviously the heavyweight champion of the world currently.
      “He said to me, ‘This fight is a one-horse race, there’s no way this guy can last with you, it is what is, it’s a big event but it’s an easy fight for you.’
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      “At the end of the day, that’s coming from Tyson. That’s the guy of the minute.
      “What he doesn’t know about boxing isn’t worth knowing.
      “Every person that knows their boxing knows what this is and knows what’s going to happen on that night.”
      Tommy, 23, has had to endure two years of verbal and social media jabs from former Disney star Paul.
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      American Paul even went as far as to reveal the birth of Tommy’s daughter – Bambi – with long-term girlfriend Molly-Mae Hague.
      And Tommy plans to brutally make him eat every last one of his words in their DirIyah dust-up.
      He told TMZ: “My message to Jake Paul is good luck and I hope you’ve trained and I hope you got an ambulance on speed dial because you’re gonna need it.
      “This is all that’s been in my mind for the past two and a half, three years because I’m a professional, legitimate fighter.
      “And my name has been lingering with Jake Paul for quite some time now and Jake Paul is not on my level.

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      “Jake Paul is not even considered a legitimate fighter and to have my name dragged through the mud with his, I want to prove a point.
      “In three weeks, I get my chance.
      “I don’t wanna take it both hands, I wanna school this man.
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      “I’m gonna take him to the trenches and he will be drowned.
      “There’s no way he can last eight rounds in the ring with me.” More