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      Tyson Fury’s undisputed fight with Usyk ‘not big enough’ for Saudi Arabia – as Anthony Joshua not involved, claims Hearn

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      EDDIE HEARN claimed Tyson Fury’s undisputed fight with Oleksandr Usyk is “not big enough” for Saudi Arabia – as Anthony Joshua is not involved.The unbeaten champions are still in talks for the heavyweight division’s first ever four-belt unification bout.
      Promoter Eddie Hearn with Anthony JoshuaCredit: PA
      But backers in Saudi Arabia have pulled out with Wembley stadium on April 29 now set to host.
      Rival promoter Hearn insisted the mega-money in the Middle East is not being fronted as star man AJ is not fighting.
      He told BoxingScene: “The fight’s not big enough.
      “The fight’s not big enough for the money Tyson Fury wants because it doesn’t involve Anthony Joshua.
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      “[Joshua] may be the only guy that can command that kind of money, but hopefully we can make Tyson Fury [fight] against Anthony Joshua, and then Tyson will get the numbers he wants.”
      Joshua, 33, first boxed in Saudi in 2019 when he avenged his shock loss to Andy Ruiz Jr, 33, six months earlier.
      And he returned last August in another rematch but this time lost to Usyk, 36, who first beat the Brit a year beforehand.
      It has set the Ukrainian up for an undisputed title decider against Fury, 34, which Hall of Famer Arum confirmed is eyed for London.
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      Arum told iD Boxing: “We’re looking to put the fight at Wembley stadium and we’re getting close with the negotiations with both Usyk and his promoter K2 and with Tyson.
      “So hopefully we can get busy with that fight as early as next week and get the thing going.
      “We would like very much to do a press conference not only in London but to bring the fighters over to New York and to do a press conference in New York as well.”
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      ‘Pay him’ – Tyson Fury’s dad reveals Usyk fight delay is down to money dispute and threatens to walk away from bout

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      TYSON FURY is willing to walk away from his showdown with Oleksandr Usyk if he doesn’t receive the “lion’s share” of the purse.Negotiations over the historic undisputed heavyweight title fight recently hit the rocks over Usyk’s demands for a 50-50 purse split.
      Tyson Fury was seemingly set for an spring showdown with Oleksandr UsykCredit: REUTERS
      But talks over the undisputed heavyweight title fight have recently hit the rocksCredit: GETTY
      John Fury has revealed the fight has been delayed due to a purse rowCredit: INSTAGRAM
      But Team Fury are adamant The Gypsy King is the A-side and deserves a bigger split of the pie with dad John telling All Out Fighting: “That’s what the delay is with Tyson – they won’t pay him what he’s worth.
      “They want him for nothing.
      “They want to make the money, they want the lion’s share and to give Tyson the small end.”
      Neither Fury, 34, nor dad John will back down in the purse row, which could potentially scupper the planned April 29 dust-up.
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      John continued: “That ain’t going to wash with us. It’s the Fury’s way, or the highway, we bow down to no one.
      “We are the kings of the ring at the minute.”
      Usyk’s manager and pal Alexander Krassuyk jetted into London this week for showdown talks to try and finalise the first undisputed heavyweight dust-up in nearly 25 years.
      Fury co-promoter Frank Warren told talkSPORT earlier this week: “We are very, very close to getting this [Fury vs Usyk] done. Very, very close.
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      “His people are coming in tomorrow and I’m hoping we’re gonna get some news for everybody. We’re close to getting it done.
      “Tomorrow we’re gonna meet up. Alex Krassyuk, his promoter, is coming to the Arsenal vs Man City game with me.
      “I’m hoping that if I can get enough wine down him that we can do the deal.
      “We’re meeting him to get an agreement on the various scenarios to make it happen.
      “There’s a few more hurdles for both sides to get over. They’re not [insurmountable], not at all. Location is the main thing.
      “If we go abroad, then you go there for a premium, that’s the reason you do it.
      “If not, then we get down to the reality of what it’ll be at Wembley where the numbers are what they are.

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      “We broke the box office record with the fight vs Dillian Whyte last April.
      “If we get this one on, I think that will break that record.
      “I think it’s well in excess of a million [UK PPV] buys, one-and-a-half million.
      “It’s not like we’ve got to go and sell Usyk, he’s beaten Anthony Joshua twice, the public know who he is. It’s not a tough sell at all.
      “We’ve got a pencil on it [April 29] for obvious reasons, just in case, we’ve gotta make sure we’ve got some insurance. So there’s a pencil on the date
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      “In a perverse way, I would like to see it at Wembley because I’d like to see all the records broken and obviously see the fight in the UK.
      “But from the boxers and their bank managers’ point of view, they would like to maximise what they can earn for an historic fight.” More

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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
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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