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      Anthony Joshua says he’s ‘mentally and physically’ ready to fight after breaking down in tears following Usyk loss

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA insists he’s “mentally and physically” ready to return to the ring – six months after his emotional post-fight outburst.The Watford warrior went on an uncharacteristic and expletive-filled rant following his second successive defeat to pound-for-pound king Oleksandr Usyk last August.
      Anthony Joshua will return to the ring on April 1 against Jermaine FranklinCredit: MATCHROOM BOXING
      AJ’s clash with Franklin will be his first outing since a second loss to Oleksandr UsykCredit: Getty
      Joshua was overcome with emotion after the bout and even broke down in tearsCredit: GETTYS
      The ex-two-time heavyweight champion insists he’s now in a mental placeCredit: GETTY
      Joshua, 33, will bid to pick up the pieces of his near-shattered career in April in a must-win showdown with American gunslinger Jermaine Franklin but will do so in a much better state of mind than in his last outing.
      The Brit said: “I’m looking forward to stepping back into the ring on April 1 at The O2 in London. Mentally and physically I feel ready.”
      AJ will be under the guidance of renowned coach Derrick James for his first outing at the O2 in six-and-a-half years and plans to put on a show for his new trainer.
      The former two-time unified heavyweight champion said: “I want to put on a show and impress my coach as he has high standards.
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      “Franklin has a good style and a great attitude, which he has shown in recent fights.”
      The pressure of avenging his first lopsided defeat to Usyk and regaining the unified heavyweight titles to set up a mouthwatering Battle of Britain with Tyson Fury ate away at AJ ahead of the ill-fated Saudi showdown.
      He admitted: “I swear to you, [it] just tore me apart.
      “I had so much riding on it for me, the British fans, the undisputed fight.
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      “It just really tore me apart, so from a mental capacity, my close ones are telling me you should rest mentally. Physically I’m down to ride.
      “I’m a warrior. I like this game, I like competing, but on a mental aspect, I think people are really seeing that this means a lot.
      “Even if I’m not fighting I see my name getting called out every day.
      “So, it’s the mental pressure that’s being AJ as well.
      “And obviously holding up a reputation as well, these type of things go hand in hand. It’s tough, man.”
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      Defeat to Franklin – who was on the receiving end of a controversial split-decision defeat to Dillian Whyte last November, would be curtains for Joshua’s faint world title hopes.
      Promoter Eddie Hearn told iFL TV: “You go into that fight in April and you know that defeat, it’s all over, really.
      “It would be a third back-to-back defeat and yet a great performance and a showroom knockout will get everyone saying, ‘We’re back, baby.’
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      “That’s what I can’t wait for because I love it when our backs are against the wall.
      “I’m excited. I’m really excited. This is the most excited I’ve been in Joshua’s journey so far.” More

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      Lawrence Okolie to fight unknown David Light for cruiserweight world titles on March 25 after splitting from Eddie Hearn

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      LAWRENCE OKOLIE will finally defend his WBO cruiserweight world title on March 25.The 30-year-old has been out of the ring for a year and undergone a public split and spat with former promoter Eddie Hearn.
      Lawrence Okolie will finally defend his WBO cruiserweight world title on March 25Credit: Getty
      David Light challenges for Lawrence Okolie’s WBO titlesCredit: @davidthomaslight
      The former McDonald’s worker – nicknamed ‘The Sauce’ – has also parted company with Anthony Joshua’s 258 management firm.
      And the 6ft 5in KO artist has relocated from Hackney to Dubai so has also ended his burgeoning relationship with trainer Shane McGuigan.
      After a tumultuous 12 months, he will finally return to the ring in Manchester to meet mandatory challenger David Light.
      “I’ll make ‘light’ work of him,” said Okolie, who is returning to Sky Sports after a brief stay on Hearn’s DAZN app.
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      “It’s good to be back and I’m looking forward to the first step in the journey towards unifications and more world titles.”
      Jack Catterall, the Chorley super-lightweight who was cruelly denied the undisputed status last February with a sickening points loss against Josh Taylor, also gets his long-awaited return.
      The rematch has been booked and cancelled three times now and looks doomed.
      So the keen swimmer is dipping his toe back into the water with a tune-up bout in his local arena while the 29-year-old waits for another world title crack.
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      Taylor and Catterall came face-to-face in Manchester last month – at Liam Smith’s ruthless win over Chris Eubank Jr – and had to be separated by security.
      But their rerun inside the ropes look cursed now and it seems unlikely they will ever settle the score in the ring.
      2020 Olympic bronze winner Frazer Clarke, 31, will enjoy his latest heavyweight step-up bout against 41-year-old American gatekeeper Rydell Booker who has won just two of his last nine.
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      Inside Elle Brooke’s incredible Alps trip as OnlyFans star and pals party in the mountains and do shots off a SKI

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      ONLYFANS model and boxer Elle Brooke took time off her busy schedule to enjoy a luxury holiday in the Alps.The Manchester City fan and adult star, 25, looked to be having a whale of a time as she joined friends for a party in a scenic mountain setting.
      Elle Brooke stunned on an amazing ski trip holidayCredit: Instagram @thedumbledong
      Elle was joined by friends as she ventured to the AlpsCredit: Instagram @thedumbledong
      The group knocked back shots straight from a skiCredit: Instagram @thedumbledong
      Stunning Elle posed for the camera in a number of flirtatious poses as she and pals lived the high life with other guests at an outdoor ski lodge.
      After enjoying the sights of the snow-covered tops, the group tucked into some delicious food.
      But their day was only getting started as some alcohol made an appearance.
      One neat feature of being in the Alps was finding a ski that had been converted into a shot holder.
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      That allowed Elle and her mates to simultaneously take a shot of what looked like strong liquor to keep the cold weather at bay.
      And after imbibing some spirits, the music kicked in as Elle let her hair down in grand fashion.
      She and her friends showed off some of their finest dance moves as the tunes blared.
      But Elle showed she could handle her drink as well as anyone, looking fresh as a daisy the following morning.
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      Elle posed for several saucy snapsCredit: Instagram @thedumbledong
      The boxing beauty soaked up the winter sunCredit: Instagram @thedumbledong
      Elle enjoyed the party vibes at the ski lodgeCredit: Instagram @thedumbledong
      Elle showed no signs of a hangover the following dayCredit: Instagram @thedumbledong
      It was certainly a fitting way to unwind after her impressive boxing win over Faith Ordway in January.
      Elle beat YouTuber Faith with a first round TKO after quickly overcoming her opponent’s height advantage.
      Afterwards she said: “Guys that is what you call a TKO.
      “You guys are lucky to see the best two influencer boxers in that ring tonight – me No1, Faith No2.”

      Later Elle wrote on social media: “They will still hate, but the real ones know I am here to stay.”
      She also paid tribute to pal and pro boxer Ebanie Bridges, adding: “She’s always there for me and it is so nice.
      “You know, I get to work alongside my idol. My literal idol!
      “I’m so grateful and even this week, she has been so caring and attentive. I adore her and I love her so much.” More

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      Meet swimsuit model turned boxer Avril Mathie who wants Ebanie Bridges showdown and wears skimpy outfits for weigh-ins

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      AVRIL MATHIE is the swimsuit model and boxer who is eyeing Ebanie Bridges’ world title crown. Aussie Bridges has shot to recognition for her racy lingerie weigh-in attire and thrilling fight style.
      Avril Mathie is a swimsuit model and boxerCredit: Getty
      Avril Mathie wants to fight Ebanie BridgesCredit: Instagram / @avrilmathie
      The Aussie began boxing in 2012Credit: Instagram / @avrilmathie
      Ebanie Bridges has been called out by Avril MathieCredit: @ebanie_bridges
      It has led her to IBF championship gold in the bantamweight division and a target on her back.
      Chasing Bridges, 36, down is domestic rival Mathie, an 8-1-1 contender from Sydney.
      And she has made it clear an all-Australian blockbuster against champion Bridges is on her radar.
      She told talkSPORT: “I think [Ebanie] is very intelligent and I take my hat off to her.
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      “That will be a killer fight, I’m really excited for it. She brings it and likes to come forward and never really takes a step backward.
      “But I can also bang and come forward. So, I think there will be fireworks and it will be an exciting fight.
      “I’m significantly taller than her, so for me it’s going to be about keeping her away from me, which will be a challenge because we’ve seen how she likes to get in.
      “But, it’s one that I’m ready for, so as soon as her hand’s better, we can get it on.”
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      Mathie, 35, began boxing as an amateur in 2012 and had 20 bouts before turning professional in 2017.
      But her talents do not lay just in the ring having achieved success as a fitness model.
      Mathie won Miss Swimsuit USA International in 2014 and the $50,000 Las Vegas International Model Search a year later.
      She is dubbed “Australia’s most successful ever pageant model” and has continued her work while fighting.
      Unfortunately for Mathie – who has an OnlyFans account – she lost her last fight over the weekend to Ramla Ali, her first defeat in ten fights.
      Avril Mathie won Miss Swimsuit USA International in 2014Credit: Instagram / @avrilmathie
      The model turned pro in 2017Credit: Instagram / @avrilmathie
      Ramla Ali beat Avril Mathie in their fightCredit: EPA
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      Jake Paul slams ‘unprofessional swine’ Tommy Fury and complains of backache for ‘carrying the promotion’ for their fight

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      JAKE PAUL slammed Tommy Fury as an “unprofessional swine” and complained of backache for “carrying the promotion” for their fight. The celebrity boxing rivals have announced the latest rescheduling of their grudge match, on February 26 in Saudi Arabia.
      Jake Paul complained of backache for ‘carrying the promotion’ for his Tommy Fury fightCredit: Instagram @jakepaul
      Jake Paul flew to Saudi Arabia for a press conferenceCredit: Instagram @jakepaul
      They came face to face for the first time at Wembley Arena as tempers flared and threatened to boil over.
      And Paul has been left fuming after claiming Fury was “scared” to show up to their kick-off press conference in Riyadh.
      The American made the short flight over to Saudi from Dubai – where he has been training – to promote the pay-per-view bout.
      But with Fury a no-show to instead focus on training, Paul said: “My back just hurts so much from carrying the promotion.
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      “Where you at Tommy? We’re out here hustling, selling the fight you unprofessional swine.”
      Fury was forced to pull out of the fight in the past due to a rib injury in December 2021 and amid US visa issues last August.
      And Paul recently tweeted: “Tommy Fury is scared.
      “Told my team he can’t make the kick-off press conference next week in Saudi Arabia because he needs more time to train.
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      “Thought you said you wouldn’t even have to train to fight me? You and your papa scared.”
      Fury hit back: “The press conference can wait until I get to Saudi Arabia you fool.
      “I’ll be there on the 16th. 3 weeks and it’s over you big stiff sweaty goth.”
      Paul replied: “Show a little respect for our hosts you blighter. Saudi Arabia I will see you this coming week inshallah.”
      Jake Paul and Tommy Fury facing off for the first timeCredit: Getty More

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      Watch Tommy Fury in one of his first bouts as an amateur in leaked video ahead of Jake Paul fight

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      THROWBACK footage of Tommy Fury boxing in the amateurs has emerged ahead of his fight with Jake Paul. The celebrity rivals have announced the latest rescheduling of their grudge match, on February 26 in Saudi Arabia.
      Footage of Tommy Fury boxing in the amateurs has emerged onlineCredit: NWR Amateur Boxing Association’s
      Tommy Fury won the championship boutCredit: NWR Amateur Boxing Association’s
      Fury, 23, becomes the first opponent Paul, 26, will face with a recognised professional boxing record.
      And he has boasted of beating better opposition than the American when he was just a teenager.
      Fury had only 12 amateur bouts but did pick up development championships during that short period.
      In 2016, he reached the National Association of Boys and Girl Clubs final in the North West Region.
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      And he went on to beat Mehran Khan, later turning professional in 2018.
      For the last two years, he has been linked with a grudge match against YouTuber-turned boxer Paul.
      Fury was forced to pull out in the past due to a rib injury in December 2021 and amid US visa issues last August.
      But they hope third time will be the charm with a blockbuster set for the Middle East.
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      And Fury vowed to teach Paul a lesson as he boasted of holding the superior boxing experience when they faced off.
      He said: “I’ve beaten better people than you when I was 14 in the amateurs. I will school you. I’m not an MMA guy.
      “I was beating people better than you when I was 14, when you was messing about on Disney Channel, so don’t come round here pretending you’re about it when you’re not.”
      Jake Paul and Tommy Fury facing offCredit: Getty More

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      Oscar De La Hoya strips naked to show off abs that stunned boxing fans after admitting he ‘got help from a doctor’

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      OSCAR DE LA HOYA stripped naked to show off his abs and leave fans stunned.That’s after admitting he had “help from a doctor” to achieve his ripped physique.
      Oscar De La Hoya has stunned fans with a nude photo showing his washboard absCredit: The Mega Agency
      The boxing ace has revealed a doctor’s trick to help show off his musclesCredit: Instagram @oscardelahoya
      The boxing legend celebrated turning 50 by revealing his birthday suit in a barely-there photoshoot this week.
      De La Hoya struck a pose as he protected his modesty with his Ring Magazine Fighter of the Year belt from 1995.
      And 11-time world champ De La Hoya, who retired in 2008 with a 39-6 record, also proudly showed off his gold medal from the 1992 Olympic Games as he gazed into the camera.
      He said: “Golden at 50…no longer a boy. I’ve spent my entire life searching for happiness. But today, on my 50th birthday, I can finally say that I’ve found it.
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      “I couldn’t feel any prouder of who am I am and where I’m at in life. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would make it to 40, let alone 50. There have been so many tough times.
      “But the older I get, the happier I become. The best is ahead and I’m finally excited to freely live it MY way.”
      The former gloveman also took time out to recreate Muhammad Ali’s famous Sports Illustrated cover, where he posed with a mountain of cash outside a bank vault.
      But all fans could talk about were De La Hoya’s abs, which took centre stage in his nude photo.
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      De La Hoya also recreated Muhammad Ali’s famous Sports Illustrated coverCredit: The Mega Agency
      De La Hoya’s attemps didn’t come close to the originalCredit: Sports Illustrated
      One said: “You’ll always be the golden boy.”
      Another declared: “How is he still ripped?”
      However, others weren’t so keen, with one yelling: “This ain’t it! C’mon put some clothes on.”
      Another added: “You still have time to delete this.”
      De La Hoya has openly spoken about his abs after they were accused of being fake.
      But the boxing ace insists his abs are real despite getting a helping hand from docs who take the surrounding fat out through liposuction.
      De La Hoya told the MMA Hour: “They are real, they are my abs. What I did was I got a little bit of help from a doctor.
      “It’s called lipo-sculpting-something. I don’t know. They actually go in with a tiny needle and it sucks up your fat in between your abs. So, what happens is, they just pop.
      “I’ve always had abs, I worked out every day, so my body fat is low. But when you do the sculpting of the abs, they pop out like there’s no tomorrow.
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      “Everybody thinks they’re fake. It’s not possible, first of all, to have fake abs, but if you etch them they just pop like there’s no tomorrow.
      “I can gain 200lbs and I’ll still have my abs because once that fat is removed it cannot grow back in that particular area. It’s going to grow somewhere else, behind my f*****g shoulder or something.” More

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      Tyson Fury urges Tommy to AVOID pro boxing return after Jake Paul clash to fight rival’s brother Logan and KSI instead

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      TYSON FURY wants brother Tommy to avoid a return to traditional professional boxing after his fight with Jake Paul. The heavyweight champion has instead urged him to face Jake’s brother Logan and KSI.
      Jake Paul and Tommy Fury facing offCredit: Reuters
      KSI beat Logan Paul in their 2019 rematchCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      He told iFL TV: “When he beats Jake Paul I’d like to see him fight the brother Logan.
      “If not Logan there may be a British celebrity boxing match like KSI, maybe. I was going to say another guy, but they’re all a bit smaller.”
      KSI, 29, twice boxed Logan, 27, drawing their initial exhibition before winning their rematches as pros in 2019.
      He has since won three more times, most recently knocking out YouTuber Faze Temperrr, 29, in January.
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      Logan is yet to make a boxing return since taking American legend Floyd Mayweather, 45, the distance in the June 2021 exhibition.
      But brother Jake, 26, is now 6-0 but faces his first opponent with a recognised boxing record in Tommy, 23.
      It is the THIRD time they look to settle the score after Tommy pulled out in the past amid injury and visa issues.
      They put bragging rights, reputations and unbeaten records on the line on January 26 in Saudi Arabia.
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      And Tommy is set to ignore brother Tyson’s advice as he plans to return to traditional boxing after his celebrity grudge match.
      He said to BT Sport: “At the end of the day, all of these lucrative fights that are out there, I’ll clear up.
      “But my soul goal since starting boxing has always been the same it’s to be a world champion.
      “And I do believe I’ve got what it takes to be there and get to that level.
      “I do believe everyone writes me off because of Love Island, there’s a lot of jealousy and a lot of stuff going on.
      “I’m going to beat him and put and end to him once and for all.
      “Then guess what? I’m going to get back on my route, win some titles and go down in history.
      “Then, I’ll bob my hat and I’ll leave the sport. That’s my goal.”
      Jake Paul and Tommy Fury fight on February 26 in Saudi ArabiaCredit: Getty More