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    ‘It’s all over really’ – Eddie Hearn admits Anthony Joshua’s career would be FINISHED if he loses April return fight

    EDDIE HEARN has admitted that Anthony Joshua’s career will be over if he loses his next fight. The 33-year-old is set to step back in the ring on April 1 for a comeback bout at the O2 Arena.
    Anthony Joshua could hang up his gloves if he loses his fight on April 1, claims Eddie HearnCredit: PA
    He recently suffered back-to-back defeats to Oleksandr Usyk, making it three losses in his last five after being beaten by Andy Ruiz Jr in the first of their two clashes.
    Joshua is now set for a tune-up fight as he looks to rediscover top form and confidence.
    However, the pressure is on because if AJ was to lose to a potential lesser-known opponent then his promoter believes his career is finished.
    Hearn said to iFL TV: “You go into that fight in April and you know that defeat, it’s all over, really.
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    “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.’
    “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.”
    The Watford-born heavyweight has been linked with facing his ex-sparring partner Demsey McKean in April.
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    The Aussie told Sky Sports: “We are one of the frontrunners for a possible opponent for Anthony Joshua.
    “I could be [the man to retire Joshua] and I am very confident I can do that.”
    With AJ and Hearn hopeful of victory, the Matchroom chief is already eyeing up future bouts for afterwards.
    Joshua wants a big fight in the summer and a rematch with Dillian Whyte is being discussed.
    Hearn also suggested that they would like to arrange a bout with Deontay Wilder, but the American’s thoughts are currently on a potential meeting with Ruiz Jr.
    The promoter also left the door open for a Battle of Britain fight against Tyson Fury.
    Hearn said: “We’re open to a Wilder fight, we’re open to a Fury fight, we’re open to every fight in the summer.
    “AJ knows he wants to be in the biggest fights possible and if a bigger fight rears it’s head, and there’s only two bigger fights in the division than Whyte, that’s Fury and Wilder.
    “And if they appear, somehow, we’re 100 per cent willing to look at those as well.” More

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    Tyson Fury clash with Anthony Joshua could FINALLY happen this summer as Eddie Hearn plans talks over all-Brit showdown

    EDDIE HEARN has opened the door to talks for Anthony Joshua to fight Tyson Fury this summer. The pair of heavyweight rivals have tiresomely failed to agree terms for a blockbuster Battle of Britain bout in the past.
    Tyson Fury at a news conference in 2021Credit: Getty
    Anthony Joshua at the BOSS party to celebrate London Fashion Week in OctoberCredit: Splash
    And the dream fight appears further away than ever with AJ set to build his way back while Fury unifies the division against Oleksandr Usyk.
    Joshua, 33, is in line to return on April 1 at the O2 Arena before setting up a summer rematch against Dillian Whyte, 34.
    Meanwhile Fury, 34, is in talks for the heavyweight division’s first four-belt undisputed title decider against Usyk, 35.
    But although the Brit duo appear destined for different paths, promoter Hearn is not ready to rule out shock talks.
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    He told iFL TV: “AJ wants a big fight in the summer. So the one which would make sense, the one which should be hopefully straight forward to make is the rematch with Dillian Whyte.
    “We’re open to a Deontay Wilder fight, we’re open to a Tyson Fury fight, we’re open to every fight in the summer.
    “But yet, in my mind with AJ fighting in April and probably Dillian fighting around the same time, that would lead them to a big all-British heavyweight fight in the summer.
    “Doesn’t mean it’s done, we’ve still got to agree terms with both fighters, but that’s what I’d like to do.
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    “However, AJ knows he wants to be in the biggest fights possible and if a bigger fight rears its head, and there’s only two bigger fights in the division than Dillian Whyte, and that’s Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder.
    “And if they appear, somehow, 100 per cent willing to look at those as well.”
    Joshua was beaten in his Saudi Arabia rematch against Usyk in August, his second defeat to the Ukrainian in 11 months.
    He subsequently took some time off and will now relocate to America with a new trainer for his return fight.
    Hearn wants AJ to fight three times in 2023 and against Wilder, 37, at some point in the year.
    He said: “I want the Wilder fight in 2023. I know AJ does as well. That’s a massive fight.”
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    Salt Papi vs Josh Brueckner: Live stream, start time and how to watch Misfits Boxing fight

    SALT PAPI returns to the ring and takes on his toughest challenge yet in Misfits 004 at Wembley on Saturday. The Philippines born influencer has quickly become a household name in influencer boxing, with his impressive hands earning himself plaudits from those in the scene.
    Salt Papi returns to the boxing ring
    He takes on what could prove to be the best fight of the night as fellow influencer Josh Brueckner steps into the ring.
    Brueckner impressed last time out, beating Chase DeMoor in Misfits 003, previously debuting in the scene on KSI vs Logan Paul 2.
    SunSport have all the information ahead of the bout.
    When is Salt Papi vs Brueckner?

    Salt Papi will take on Brueckner in a huge event on Saturday, January 14, 2023.
    The fight will be held at the OVO Arena in Wembley, London.
    Ring-walks for the main event will likely commence from 10.30pm UK time, with the undercard starting before.
    The fight is currently third in the running order but could be subject to change.

    What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

    Salt Papi vs Brueckner will be shown live on DAZN PPV in the UK.
    The event will cost £11.99 to watch on top of a £7.99 DAZN monthly subscription.
    You can live stream the action from the DAZN app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

    KSI vs Temper FULL CARD
    A STACKED card has been unveiled for the show, including Elle Brooke’s boxing return.
    Faze Temper was originally scheduled to face a mystery opponent, who’d have been announced on his ring walk but he is now the main event fight after Dillon Danis pulled out.

    KSI vs Faze Temper
    Slim vs Tom Zanetti
    Anthony Taylor vs Idris Virgo
    Ryan Taylor vs Swarmz
    Salt Papi vs Josh Brueckner
    Joe Fournier vs Anthony Christodoulou
    Elle Brooke vs Faith Ordway

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    Elle Brooke shows off her ‘bunda’ in sexy maid outfit as she plans more OnlyFans content with boxing babe Ebanie Bridges

    ELLE BROOKE showed off her “bunda” in a maid outfit – as she revealed plans for more OnlyFans content with Ebanie Bridges. The adult film star-turned celebrity boxer returns to the ring on Saturday against TikToker Faith Ordway.
    Elle Brooke showing off her ‘bunda’ in a sexy maid outfitCredit: Twitter
    Ebanie Bridges and Elle Brooke teasing OnlyFans contentCredit: https://www.instagram.com/ebanie_bridges/?hl=en
    But before doing so she gave her fans a cheeky treat by posing in a racy outfit and showing off her bum.
    Brooke posted: “The bunda is back!”
    The Manchester City fan, 24, made her boxing debut in July, beating ex-Love Islander AJ Bunker, 28.
    IBF bantamweight champion Ebanie Bridges, 36, was in Brooke’s corner that night after the two blondes struck up a friendship.
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    They train together and Mark Tibbs’ gym and when they are not sparring each other, they are teasing X-rated OnlyFans content.
    Brooke told Boxing Social: “She’s always there for me and it’s so nice.
    “I get to work alongside my idol, my literal idol. So I’m so grateful and even this week she’s been so caring and so attentive.
    “I adore her and I love her so much.”
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    Asked about an OnlyFans link up, Brooke responded with a wink: “We already have.”
    Ordway, 21, travels from America to make her boxing debut against Brooke and promised to mark it with a knockout.
    She said: “Fight prediction, I win by knockout, 100 per cent I’m really feeling the knockout.”
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    Elle Brooke vs Faith Ordway: Date, UK start time, live stream, how to watch Misfits Boxing 004 fight

    ELLE BROOKE is returning to the boxing ring to take on US influencer Faith Ordway this weekend in a huge fight. And the hotly-anticipated bout is on the undercard of KSI’s huge fight against Faze Temper as part of the Misfits Boxing 004 show.
    1-0 Elle Brooke is returning to the boxing ringCredit: Instagram / @thedumbledong
    Brooke is fighting Faith Ordway on Misfits Boxing 004
    Onlyfans star Brooke made her boxing debut earlier this year in July, when she beat former Love Islander AJ Bunker.
    Brooke was originally scheduled to fight OnlyFans rival Astrid Wett, but Wett pulled out at the last minute with Bunker stepping in.
    Brooke is reportedly set to be trained again under IBF world champ Ebanie Bridges for the Ordway bout.
    Bridges had previously revealed Brooke has “one of the hardest punches” she has faced inside the ring.
    She previously told the Best Womens Boxing Show on Brooke: “This is no word of a lie, she might be one of the hardest punches I’ve actually been in a ring with.”
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    Brooke is set to train with Ebanie Bridges againCredit: Instagram / @ebanie_bridges
    She added: “I’m no word of a lie. She f****** she hits so hard.”
    Up next for Brooke is US star Ordway, who has a whopping 4.6m followers on TikTok.
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    When is Elle Brooke vs Faith Ordway?
    Elle Brooke vs Faith Ordway is taking place on Saturday, January 14.
    The big fight is on the undercard of KSI vs Faze Temper at Wembley Arena.
    The bout is set to start at 7.45pm approx.
    What TV channel and live stream is Elle Brooke vs Faith Ordway on?
    Elle Brooke vs Faith Ordway will broadcast LIVE on DAZN PPV.
    The event will cost £11.99 to purchase on top of a monthly £7.99 DAZN subscription.

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    KSI vs FaZe Temperrr: Date, UK start time, stream, TV channel and undercard for Misfits Boxing 004 fight

    KSI is making his big return to the boxing ring in a clash with fellow YouTube sensation FaZe Temperrr THIS WEEKEND.Originally, KSI was supposed to face Dillon Danis, but the latter pulled out 10 days before fight night.
    How the fighters compare for the main event
    KSI showed up to the London press conference but Danis was nowhere to be seenCredit: PA
    KSI and Danis shared a pretty heated build-up for their fight, but fans have will now be watching a different clash.
    Temperrr, who was last in action on Misfits Boxing 003, winning by first-round knockout, could provide an even tougher test for KSI.
    KSI was last in action against Swarmz and Luis Pineda in August, winning both by stoppage.
    A fight with Jake Paul looks to be KSI’s endgame, so he’ll need to put on another starring performance en route to that mega-event.
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    When is KSI vs Temperrr?

    KSI vs FaZe Temperr takes place on Saturday, January 14.
    The fight will be held at the OVO Arena in Wembley, London.
    Ring-walks for the main event will likely commence from 10.30pm UK time/ 5.30pm ET.

    KSI takes on FaZe Temperrr at Wembley Arena
    What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

    KSI vs Temperrr will be shown live on DAZN PPV in the UK.
    The event will cost £11.99 on top of a monthly £7.99 DAZN subscription.
    It will cost $39.99 on top of your $11.99 DAZN subscription for those in the US.
    You can live stream the action from the DAZN app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

    KSI vs Temperrr FULL CARD
    A STACKED card has been unveiled for the show, including Elle Brooke’s boxing return.
    Faze Temperrr was originally scheduled to face a mystery opponent, who’d have been announced on his ring walk.

    Elle Brooke is back against Faith Ordway
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    What has been said?
    “I mentioned at the Press Conference that Dillon was being haunted by me. He made his excuses and knew he couldn’t handle what I bring to a boxing ring,” KSI said.
    “This answers the question whether he’s a fighter or not.
    “He’s a warrior alright, a keyboard warrior, and hopefully he’s learnt to leave the real men to speak with their actions rather than hollow words.”
    “That being said, my focus won’t be distracted from the task at hand and that’s FaZe Temperrr.
    “We’ve come head-to-head plenty of times with the Sidemen and FaZe Clan competing against each other, and it looks like we have another challenge on our hands.
    “Credit to Temperrr for stepping up like a REAL fighter.”
    Temperrr added: “I showed exactly what I can do in my last fight.
    “At any moment in the fight, I can catch my opponent and you can see how they respond when that happens.
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    “The Sidemen have been on top for too long, and it’s time for FaZe and I to show them exactly what we’re made of.
    “Sure, KSI is a huge name, but only one man is going to come out of this victorious. I hope he’s as prepared as he says he is, because I’m coming to London to do one thing, and that’s claim a massive win inside that ring.” More

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    Anthony Joshua will return against ‘a quality heavyweight’ and ‘not taking an easy fight’ on April 1, says Eddie Hearn

    EDDIE HEAN has ruled out Anthony Joshua returning in an “easy fight” and will instead face “a quality heavyweight”. Joshua is set for an April 1 comeback bout at the O2 Arena, following two consecutive losses to Oleksandr Usyk.
    Promoter Eddie Hearn pictured with Anthony JoshuaCredit: PA
    AJ has once again chosen a new coach and will conduct his whole training camp in America.
    Joshua’s new cornerman is set to get the final say on his return opponent but Hearn insisted it will be a worthwhile name.
    He told iFL TV: “He will be fighting a real fight, it will be against a quality heavyweight, and that is being closed at the moment.
    “We’re not taking an easy fight. I think you’ll be happy with the opponent. If we get the guy we want.”
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    Joshua, 33, was beaten twice by Usyk, 35, in the space of 11 months, most recently in August and subsequently took some time out.
    But he returns with the view to rematch Dillian Whyte, 34, in the summer before leading him into another title challenge.
    Hearn said: “He’s going to fight three times this year. April the 1st, July, and December. That’s the plan.
    “He needs this to be a competitive fight [in April], and then move on to a big stadium fight and close the year with a massive fight and hopefully a fight that will lead him to the world heavyweight championship because that is the aim.
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    “To become a three-time heavyweight champion. He’ll be heading to America very soon.
    “There’s a lot of speculation about his new trainer, which has been selected. April 1st is the proposed date for his return at the O2 Arena.”
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    Moment teen burglars run for their lives after targeting house – owned by hulking Brit PRO-BOXER

    THIS is the moment teen burglars ran for their lives after targeting the house of a pro boxer. Gold Coast cruiserweight Casey Caswell was at his Benowa Waters home in Australia when two intruders were spotted appearing to be casing the property.
    The two young men were seen making their way up Caswell’s drivewayCredit: Facebook
    Caswell appears seemingly out of nowhere, shirtless, ready to take on the duoCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
    The teen burglars ran for their lives after targeting the pro boxer’s houseCredit: instagram
    Footage shows the moment two young men in hooded jumpers make their way onto Caswell’s driveway.
    The pair are seen approaching the house and then looking over the side of the property in the early hours of January 8.
    Caswell, who was born in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, suddenly appears out of nowhere, shirtless, ready to take on the duo.
    He’s heard yelling “come on you little c**ts,” before chasing them down the street.
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    The pair set off with Caswell behind them, but they managed to flee unharmed.
    Caswell’s fellow fighter and friend Demsey McKean uploaded the footage to social media.
    McKean said his mate’s response to finding two people was to be expected.
    He told the Queensland Times: “Casey doing what anyone man would do.
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    “This is how to deal with low-life rats that try to break into your house.
    “Not how Casey Caswell wanted to start his early Sunday morning, no doubt.
    “Woke up to see two thieves walking around his car and front property about to jump the fence. So he ran out there and chased them off down the road.
    “My mate is a professional fighter and an Australasian champion. They picked the wrong house to mess with.”
    McKean alleged the pair had been spotted around the neighbourhood, which is one of the “nicer” parts of the area.
    He alleged one of the men was slightly older and was carrying a knife.
    The sportsman continued: “They were spotted at another house in the community at 3.30am so they were doing the rounds.” More