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      Elle Brooke vs Ola Danielka tale of the tape: How OnlyFans star and influencer compare ahead of Kingpyn fight

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      ELLE BROOKE is looking to continue her boxing winning streak with a win over Ola Danielka. The pair will be facing off with one another in the ring on April 22.
      Here’s how they compare
      Elle Brooke will face off against Ola Danielka in the quarter-final
      Fans were left in hysterics over the height difference between the pairCredit: YouTube/ElleBrooke
      Elle has two fights under her beltCredit: INSTAGRAM
      Ola appeared on the Polish version of Love IslandCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/CqYTOqXtZky/?hl=en
      The bout will take place at the “High Stakes” show at the OVO Arena Wembley – put on by promoters Kingpyn.
      OnlyFans star Elle Brooke will enter the fight as the only one with any fighting experience.
      She has two boxing matches under her belt against AJ Bunker and Faith Ordway, stopping the latter in the first round.
      Brooke has also been training with IBF Bantamweight champion Ebanie Bridges.
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      However, her novice rival Ola will have a huge size advantage.
      Fans were left in hysterics after seeing the size difference between them as they were drawn together in the quarter-final, with fighters randomly put into two groups.
      However, Elle said she was more than up for the challenge the Polish Love Island star would pose.
      She said: “I like the challenge. You’re beautiful, but I wouldn’t mind smashing your face in. I’m 5’1”, I’m always gonna be the shorter woman.
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      “But I’ve always been prepping to spar someone taller. She’s a lot slimmer build so hopefully she’s a lot less stronger and you can just bully her in the ring.
      “It’s gonna be a challenge. I’m here to set out that I am the best pound-for-pound female influencer boxer and that’s exactly what I’m gonna do.”
      Also stepping into the ring at Kingpyn is 6ar6ie6, Daniella Hemsley, Amber O’Donnell, Whitney Johns, Jully Poca and Elle’s sister Emily.
      AnEsonGib headlines the men’s side of the eight-fighter-strong groups.
      There were fears the tournament would be cancelled after the PBA revoked the license of Kingpyn.
      However, they have since announced they will be sanctioned by ISKA for the tournament. More

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      I’m Anthony Joshua’s rival and saw Chinese pals attacked over Covid but nobody dared target me due to my mammoth size

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      ZHILEI ZHANG saw Chinese compatriots getting attacked in New York during the Covid-19 pandemic but was too big for the cowards to target.The Beijing 2008 Olympic silver winner trains as a pro in New Jersey and has adopted the US as a second home.
      Zhilei Zhang opened up on how he saw Chinese compatriots being attacked in New YorkCredit: PA
      But when coronavirus gripped the world – and ex-president Donald Trump made a series of allegations against China – 39-year-old Zhang felt like the enemy in the Land of Opportunity.
      Thankfully life is almost back to normal and Zhang was welcomed to London last week to take on Putney’s 37-year-old Juggernaut Joe Joyce at the Copper Box on Saturday.
      Recalling the torrid time his innocent fellow expats faced, the softly spoken giant told SunSport: “We saw people getting pushed on the subway in New York City.
      “I would probably never become a target in the street, because of my size, but I do have Chinese friends and business owners in New York who have been targeted.
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      “These people have suffered, not just financially but also mentally and emotionally.
      “I don’t think it is the right thing to do, I don’t agree with politicising the pandemic, it should not be used as something to attack people.
      “People and human beings are innocent, nobody wants anyone to be sick, suffer or be infected.
      “Nobody wanted the virus and nobody wanted the impact it has had on the world.
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      “Thankfully now we are moving on and getting back to living our lives in a positive way.”
      With China being the cradle of martial arts and boxing coming under that huge and money-spinning umbrella, it’s strange that 6ft 6in Zhang remains a rarity.
      But the 24-1-1 southpaw explains very wisely why a population of 1.4billion people have ZERO world boxing champions and just a few Asian fighters, largely representing Japan in the lightest weight classes.
      “When I got the silver medal in 2008, boxing was still a minor sport in China,” he said.
      “In China the major sports are diving, table tennis and soccer. Even after I got my silver medal I didn’t get recognised a lot. But I know what I have achieved and how far I have come.
      “Last time I fought in Las Vegas, my fight got 60 million views in China, that was record-breaking and historic, so I hope my career is helping make boxing a bigger success in China.
      “Maybe there are a couple of reasons why boxing and Asian countries haven’t really taken off.
      “One might be Geography, Asia is a pretty remote region, cut away from the likes of Europe and the Americas.
      Zhang won a silver medal at the 2008 OlympicsCredit: PA
      “Also Asian guys are traditionally smaller guys, so we have stars like Manny Pacquiao but they operate in the smaller divisions, which don’t get as much attention as the bigger guys from around middleweight and above.
      “I am not from a big family at all, it really is just me! My parents are just average sized”.
      Before Anthony Joshua agreed to fight Jermaine Franklin in his comeback bout in April 1, promoter Eddie Hearn teased the idea of taking him on a round-the-world tour and facing Zhang at the iconic 80,000 seat Bird’s Nest Stadium.
      Sadly it was another bluff but Zhang hopes our London 2012 legend is not getting written off by the British public he won over so spectacularly over the last decade.
      “We talked about something but it was premature,” Zhang confirmed.
      “Maybe after two losses to Usyk he is scared of southpaws forever now?
      “But I don’t think there is any fear among the top boxers – in any division – I believe that we are all fighters who want the biggest and best fights.
      “But I do believe and understand how promoters and broadcasters want to protect their investments, they are the ones who are scared of a loss.
      “Joshua has lost a few times but look at his wins, the respect is there.
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      “I don’t think Joshua fears anyone but I think the business people and investors in him are protecting their career with smart business moves.
      “He might have lost some confidence but I think he deserves time and recognition.” More

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      Boxer Ricky Hatton denies taking cocaine after he was filmed with white powder on his nose

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      BOXER Ricky Hatton has reassured fans he is not on cocaine after footage showed white powder on his nose.The ex-world champ, 44, appears bleary-eyed and slurring on a night out.
      Ricky Hatton has reassured fans he is not on cocaine after footage showed white powder on his nose
      His lawyers told The Sun the powder is a product similar to snus, popular with footballers as a stimulant and substitute for cigsCredit: Alamy
      Sitting in a car he jokes and swears with pals, though it is unclear to who or what he is referring.
      As the camera turns to him, Ricky stares before starting to talk.
      He says: “Tell you what, listen. It’s not acceptable.”
      The clip cuts to a mate and Ricky adds: “And if you don’t buck your ideas up, we’re gonna let this fat c**t f*****g jump all over you.
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      Signing off to laughter, he adds: “Nice one.
      “Ricky Hatton MBE — Massive B*** End. Nice to see you.”
      Sources said he was on his way to Albert’s Schloss bar in Manchester in early February.
      A source said: “Ricky doesn’t look great so fans will obviously worry.”
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      Ricky had rehab after confessing to a year-long addiction to cocaine in 2010.
      His lawyers told The Sun the powder is a product similar to snus, popular with footballers as a stimulant and substitute for cigs.
      They said: “It is easily available across the high street and subject to usual tobaccorestrictions.”
      Ricky had rehab after confessing to a year-long addiction to cocaine in 2010Credit: PA More

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      Watch Tommy Fury punch former world’s strongest man Eddie Hall so hard he nearly VOMITS

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      TOMMY FURY hit Eddie Hall so hard in the stomach the strongman almost threw up his breakfast. The pair spent the day swapping lives, eating each other’s diets and undertaking their training regimes.
      Tommy Fury hitting Eddie Hall in the stomachCredit: Twitter
      Fury, 23, and Hall, 34, enjoyed a hearty cooked breakfast before heading to the gym for a boxing session.
      And they decided on a body shot challenge, taking turns to land blows to the stomach.
      Fury hit Hall right in the sweet spot – so much so that the former world’s strongest man was left heaving and nearly vomiting.
      He said: “Fair play, man. There’s some power in that, man. Jesus.
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      “And again mate, I’ve done that with so many people and that is by far the hardest. By far the hardest.”
      Fury ended the day eating around 9,000 calories, which is FOUR times the average male consumption.
      It was also the first time he put the boxing gloves back on, having put on THREE STONE as he enjoys some rest after beating Jake Paul in February.
      Fury was twice forced to pull out of the celebrity grudge match, amid a rib injury in December 2021 and US visa issue in August of last year.
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      But he ended two years of feuding over the eight rounds, which ended in a split-decision win.
      Fury said: “It felt good because there was a lot on that fight. Especially because the fight fell through twice before.
      “It was like, ‘Tommy’s scared, he doesn’t want to lose to a YouTuber.’ You know, that was never the case.
      “All those reasons why the first fights didn’t happen were legitimate, so to go out there, put an end to it all and shut him up once and for all, it felt amazing.”
      Jake Paul was beaten by Tommy Fury on pointsCredit: GETTY More

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      KSI’s promoter ‘confident’ in sealing Tommy Fury fight deal after meeting with Love Island star’s dad John in Morecambe

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      KSI and Tommy Fury are nearing a deal to fight after positive talks between the two camps. Fury is coming off his biggest win by handing Jake Paul the first defeat of his career following a split-decision in February.
      Tommy Fury celebrates beating Jake PaulCredit: Reuters
      KSI is in talks to fight Tommy FuryCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      KSI and Paul were in line to settle their bitter score at the end of the year but the American’s loss looks to have given those plans to KO.
      So now KSI’s attention has turned to Fury, should he get past Joe Fournier in his May 13 return fight.
      Promoter Kalle Sauerland told Pro Boxing Fans: “Had a great meeting with (Fury’s dad) John, we both like the fight.
      “It’s about getting a deal done now. Look, John seems to be like a very simple person to deal with which I like, straight shooter.
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      “We had a good meeting, it was nice to go up to Morecambe and yeah, I’m confident we can get it done.
      “But we’re not overlooking obviously Joe Fournier first.”
      Paul, 26, looked set to exercise his rematch clause with Fury, 23, following his loss in Saudi Arabia.
      But the YouTuber has since been linked with instead returning against ex-UFC star Nate Diaz.
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      And Fury himself teased fighting a “bigger” name than Paul, fuelling speculation of facing KSI.
      But first the British prankster-turned prizefighter must beat nightclub tycoon and 9-0 boxer Fournier, 40.
      Sauerland added: “Let’s get a deal done first. I’m sure they’ve got a few other options on the table as well.
      “I hope we can get it done but at the same time we’ve got to focus on the Fournier fight.
      “It’s not unsimilar to the situation Jake Paul was in and we don’t want to make the same mistakes and we won’t.”
      KSI, promoter Kalle Sauerland and opponent Joe FournierCredit: Getty More

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      Josh Taylor vs Teofimo Lopez: Stream, TV channel, UK start time and undercard for HUGE world title fight

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      JOSH Taylor will defend his WBO super-lightweight title against former unified lightweight champion Teofimo Lopez.This mouthwatering world title bout comes as the Scot’s first fight since his triumph over Jack Catterall at the start of 2022.
      Josh Taylor celebrates victory over Jack CatterallCredit: PA
      Teofimo Lopez (L) in action against Spanish boxer Sandor Martin (R) during their Junior Welterweight bout at Madison Square GardenCredit: EPA
      Taylor became the UK’s first undisputed champion in the four-belt era following his victory against Jose Ramirez in 2021 to unify the IBF, WBA, WBO and WBC 140lbs titles.
      Lopez shocked the world in 2020 at the MGM Grand when he beat Vasyl Lomachenko to become the unified lightweight champion of the world.
      The Brooklyn native then lost in his first defence of the titles by way of split decision against George Kambosos Jr at Madison Square Garden at the end of 2021.
      Teofimo Lopez called out Josh Taylor following his triumph over Pedro Campa in August 2022.
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      When is Josh Taylor vs Teofimo Lopez?

      Josh Taylor vs Teofimo Lopez will take place on Saturday, June 10.
      The main event is scheduled to get underway at 4am BST.
      The main card is set to start at 1am BST.
      Madison Square Garden is the venue.

      What channel is Josh Taylor vs Teofimo Lopez on and can it be live streamed?

      Josh Taylor vs Teofimo Lopez will be broadcast live on Sky Sports.
      Sky Sports subscribers can live stream Josh Taylor vs Teofimo Lopez via the NOW app which is free to download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action from Madison Square Garden by following SunSport’s live blog.

      Who is on the Josh Taylor vs Teofimo Lopez undercard?
      Here are all the confirmed fights on the card so far:

      Josh Taylor vs Teofimo Lopez (WBO super-lightweight championship)

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      What’s been said?
      Josh Taylor told Sky Sports: “[Lopez] was a unified world champion at lightweight.
      “He will say he was undisputed champion but unfortunately he wasn’t.
      “He should have been technically but he wasn’t. So I’ll wind him up about that.
      “He’s got a great style. You’ve got to give credit where credit’s due.
      “He went out and beat Lomachenko who at the time was one of the best pound-for-pound fighters on the planet and he went out and won.
      “He’s a very good fighter. Stylistically I think it’s a very good fight for myself as well with the way he comes to fight.
      “He comes looking for you and doesn’t take a backwards step. He’s a very aggressive, front-foot pressure fighter.”
      Lopez told Sky Sports in December: “A lot of people would like to see me take on Josh Taylor, and I’ve been calling him out.
      “I actually will put him down better than what Catterall did. He won’t come back up, that’s all I can tell you.” More

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      Jordan Flynn announces next fight, would ‘smash up’ KSI and reveals plans after huge win on AJ undercard

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      JORDAN FLYNN has announced when we can expect to see him fight next.And there is not long to wait after he beat Kane Baker on the undercard for Anthony Joshua vs Jermain Franklin.
      Jordan Flynn came out on top against Kane Baker in his latest bout at the O2 ArenaCredit: Getty
      Flynn now possesses a 9-0 record, and is keen to fight again soonCredit: Getty
      Flynn’s fight against Baker was one of the best of the night, and he was praised by almost all in the boxing world, including Joshua himself and promoter Eddie Hearn.
      Following his statement victory, he has revealed to SunSport what his next plans are, and what life has been like after announcing himself to the world on the big stage.
      He said: “It’s time for a weeks rest.
      “I’m going to Tenerife for a week of sun and recovery and then it will be back to Sheffield for training before I hopefully fight again in June.
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      “There is no opponent yet, but I want to get myself a rival, I need a rivalry in the sport.”
      Flynn is signed to Anthony Joshua’s 258 Management, who are expertly handling the careers of Brit prospects Ben Whittaker and Campbell Hatton.
      And despite his now 9-0 record, this was the first time he really had the opportunity to announce himself as one of the best up and comers in the sport.
      He added: “It felt good to be on the big stage, I felt like I was meant to be there even though it was such a big event.
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      What a fight! We go to the scorecards..77-75 Flynn for me..— Eddie Hearn (@EddieHearn) April 1, 2023

      “I spoke to AJ just before his fight, he was congratulating me but also in the zone and ready for his battle with Franklin, no doubt I’ll be speaking to him properly this week.
      “It is great to have such a good team, Freddie Cunningham and the guys were saying what a good fight it was.
      “Eddie Hearn was retweeting loads of stuff about it – he came up to me and said he was proud of me and how entertaining I am to watch, a lot of people were saying it was worthy of being a co-main event!”
      And one money-spinning fight Flynn would be up for is a dust-up with YouTuber KSI.
      Asked about the rise of influencer boxing, he said: “I think it is good because it brings different eyes to the sport. But it should be separate to professional boxing.
      “Still I would happily beat one of these guys up for good money, it would be an easy fight.
      “If any of them want it, they can get it, let them know. If KSI wanted it I would smash him up.” More

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      Tommy Fury reveals he has put on THREE STONE since Jake Paul win as Love Island star swaps diets with Eddie Hall

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      TOMMY FURY revealed he has put on THREE STONE in weight since beating Jake Paul – aided by swapping diets with Eddie Hall. The boxing and Love Island star linked up with former world’s strongest man Hall for a YouTube video.
      Tommy Fury and Eddie Hall swapped diets for the day
      Tommy Fury and Eddie Hall spent the day training together too
      Tommy weighed in at just over 13 stone for his fight with Jake PaulCredit: Getty
      Throughout the day, the pair swapped diets starting with a cooked breakfast consisting of over 2,000 calories each.
      Hall ordered Fury a fry up, with an additional sausage, hash brown, mushrooms, fried bread and coffee.
      Impressively, the 9-0 boxer cleaned his plate and joked about reaping the rewards since beating rival Paul in February.
      He said: “I have put on three stone in four weeks.”
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      Fury, 23, weighed in at 13st 1lb before beating Paul, 26, by split-decision, meaning he is now over 16 STONE having not trained since the win.
      But after his hearty breakfast, he picked up the gloves again for a boxing session with Hall before working up an appetite for lunch.
      Hall – who lost his boxing debut to strongman rival Hafthor Bjornsson – served Fury a 400g steak, with 400g of rice and 200g worth of veg.
      For dessert, the brother of heavyweight world champion Tyson enjoyed half a family cheesecake, taking his calorie intake to 5,700.
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      Hall, 35, then gave Fury a ride in his TANK stopping off for a Fredo chocolate bar and McDonald’s milkshake.
      It fuelled the two up for a gym session, working on their chest and triceps, with Fury made to drink a protein shake.
      To recover from their double training session, Hall welcomed Fury to his home spa, including a sauna and ice bath.
      Their day ended with a sit-down dinner, where the calories continued to rise.
      Hall ordered Fury a ginger beer with TWO starters, calamari and beef meatballs.
      And his main consisted of two steaks with peppercorn sauce, a side of fries and seasonal veg.
      Tommy Fury has a steak, rice and broccoli lunch
      The two were left bloated after lunch
      Tommy Fury takes a ride in Eddie Hall’s tank
      Again Fury finished his plate and had a sticky toffee pudding with ice cream – meaning he ended the day having consumed over 9,000 calories.
      The average male is advised to have 2,500 calories a day – meaning Fury had almost FOUR TIMES that amount.
      His next fight is not yet been determined amid rumours of a rematch with Paul but fans loved his collab with Hall.
      One said: What a fantastic watch. Brilliant chemistry, great lads, more to come.”

      Another added: “We need more of these, that was epic.”
      One agreed: “Tommy you and Eddie need to do more together brilliant video this loved it.”
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