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      Floyd Mayweather, 45, called out to $200m exhibition fight by former protege-turned rival Adrien Broner

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      FLOYD MAYWEATHER has been called out to a $200million exhibition fight by his former protege-turned rival Adrien Broner. The boxing legend has returned for five spectacle bouts since officially retiring in 2017 after beating UFC star Conor McGregor.
      Floyd Mayweather has been called out by Adrien BronerCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Adrien Broner is set to return on February 25 against Ivan RedkachCredit: Tom Hogan / BLK Prime
      His most recent was in November against YouTuber Deji, 25, in Dubai, which he won in round six.
      Now Broner, who was once mentored by Mayweather, wants to cash in with an exhibition against his old idol.
      He said on Round Da Way podcast: “These last couple of exhibitions that Floyd has been doing, he’s been getting threes, fours, fives, eights.
      “He say, ‘I got 10 million, 20 million.’ OK, cool. If that’s what he say, cool.
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      “But if me and him do an exhibition, automatically off the top, you got to give him 100million, and you’ve got to give me 100million.”
      Broner, a former four-division champion, was taken under Mayweather’s wing and was once primed to inherit the American legend’s throne.
      But inactivity and ill discipline out of the ring cost the current welterweight star throughout his prime.
      The pair subsequently became distanced over the years amid rumours of a rift between them.
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      Broner, 33, is now set to return on February 25 against Ivan Redkach, 36, having not fought since February 2021.
      Meanwhile, Mayweather, 45, has teased a return next month while eyeing a UK boxing debut.
      He told The Telegraph: “A bout is planned in the UK for 2023.
      “In February we’re looking forward to coming here and putting on an exhibition for the fans in the UK.
      “I’ve never had a chance to come over here and fight when I was actively boxing as a professional.
      “So hopefully in February I’ll come over and do an exhibition if it’s possible.”
      Floyd Mayweather and Deji boxed in DubaiCredit: Lee Hamilton-Cooper More

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      Jake Paul admits he is ‘tired of beating these old dudes’ after being called out by Conor McGregor’s ex-opponent

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      JAKE PAUL admitted he is “tired of beating these old dudes” after being called out by Donald Cerrone. The YouTuber-turned prizefighter is 6-0 in his boxing career, most recently beating UFC legend Anderson Silva, 47.
      Jake Paul after beating Anderson SilvaCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Conor McGregor fought Donald Cerrone in 2020Credit: Reuters
      That came after a pair of wins over former UFC champion Tyron Woodley, 40, and retired welterweight Ben Askren, 38.
      So Paul, 25, has no interest in facing “Cowboy” Cerrone, 39, who retired from the UFC last year.
      He told The Schmo: “I mean I don’t know, I’m kind of tired of beating these old dudes up like that.
      “You know what I’m saying? So, I’m just trying to get someone in there who is younger.
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      “But they’re all scared, honestly. They’re just trying to protect their records.”
      Paul has already confirmed he is set to return in February, following his points win over eight rounds against Silva.
      And 8-0 Tommy Fury, 23, remains a possible opponent with the pair of celebrity boxing rivals still in talks to fight.
      Twice Fury has been forced to pull out of the grudge match before, due to a rib injury and US visa issue, but negotiations to once again reschedule are ongoing.
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      Meanwhile Cerrone, who lost to Conor McGregor, 34, in 2020, has thrown his name into the hat to fight Paul.
      He said on the Thiccc Boy Studios: “Would I like to fight him? How could I say no to millions of dollars?
      “I would definitely go out there and do it, but I’m not sitting here saying, ‘Jake you’re a YouTuber, you’re not worth a f***, blah blah blah.’ No, man.
      “You’re making money and if you want to throw some money my way, I’m with you. The Jake Paul phenomenon is kind of crazy, it’s got everyone calling him out.
      “It’s kind of like the big Conor push. I feel like that’s happening with Jake Paul. Everyone wants in, and I don’t see why they wouldn’t, that’s a big money fight.
      “You can’t take it away from him. Everyone is saying those are rigged fights, and I think he’s hitting hard.
      “I really do think those are legitimate shots and strikes, and he’s been practicing boxing, and he’s whipping their asses.
      “I don’t think there’s any missed hype, I think he’s got something going.”
      Conor McGregor knocked out Donald Cerrone in 40 secondsCredit: Reuters More

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      Anthony Joshua’s boxing return REVEALED by Eddie Hearn as promoter says ‘three or four opponents’ are in talks for fight

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA already has up to FOUR potential opponents pencilled in – with his return date all-but finalised. The former unified heavyweight champion has been out since August when he lost to Oleksandr Usyk for the second time.
      Promoter Eddie Hearn pictured with Anthony JoshuaCredit: PA
      And following failed talks with Tyson Fury, 34, in December, AJ took the rest of the year off to rest and recover.
      It now leaves him primed for a comeback fight in April with promoter Eddie Hearn considering opponents.
      Hearn told DAZN: “We are down to three or four opponents.
      “He is ready to start camp and will likely start that camp this week. Honestly, I couldn’t give Anthony Joshua an opponent he will turn down.
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      “It’s all about putting together the right training team.”
      Joshua, 33, is on the scout for a new training camp following consecutive losses to Usyk.
      After the first, in September 2021, Joshua parted ways with long-time cornerman Rob McCracken, who led him to gold in the amateurs and pros.
      He replaced McCracken with esteemed US mastermind Garcia, but following rematch defeat by Usyk, 35, the two have now also split.
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      It leaves Joshua heading back to the drawing board ahead of his return, which could pave the way for a three-fight 2023.
      Hearn said: “He wants to return to return with a Top 15 guy.
      “Then in the summer probably versus Dillian Whyte and then a mega-fight with Deontay Wilder.
      “The plan now is to rebuild him to become a three-time heavyweight world champion.
      “It’s all very well being brave, listening to Twitter, going out and fighting Deontay Wilder. But there has to be a plan, a smart plan.”
      Anthony Joshua could fight three or four times in 2023Credit: PA More

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      Floyd Mayweather reveals plans for first ever UK bout NEXT MONTH as he prepares for another exhibition after Deji win

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      FLOYD MAYWEATHER has revealed he is planning to fight in an exhibition bout in February… and it could be in the UK.The 45-year-old’s last professional contest came back in 2017 when he moved to 50-0 with a comfortably victory over UFC star Conor McGregor.
      Floyd Mayweather has been earnings millions through exhibition boutsCredit: Getty
      He easily beat YouTuber Deji, right, in NovemberCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      But since hanging up the gloves as a pro, he has kept himself busy by raking in millions through exhibition contests.
      He faced Don Moore in Abu Dhabi, Mikuru Asakura in Japan, and Logan Paul in the US.
      Then in November, he beat KSI’s brother Deji in Dubai.
      Now Mayweather, who never fought outside of America during his 21-year professional career, is talking up the possibility of coming to Britain next month.
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      He said: “In February we’re looking forward to coming here and putting on an exhibition for the fans in the UK, because I never had a chance to come over here and fight when I was actively boxing as a professional. 
      “So hopefully in February I’ll come over and do an exhibition if it’s possible.”
      The comments come after he hinted at the prospect of an exhibition in Britain four months ago.
      He told The Mail: “We don’t know [where the rest of my bouts will take place] but of course, if the price is right then I am on my way [to the UK].
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      “It’s always a few million a minute. From this exhibition [against Asakura] alone I will [be] making somewhere upwards of 15-20million dollars.
      “That’s just from this exhibition. So, it’s cool. Nine minutes, 20 million, not bad.”
      Although Mayweather never competed in the UK as a pro, he did beat legendary British boxer Ricky Hatton in Las Vegas in 2007.
      His other biggest wins came against the likes of Oscar De La Hoya, Juan Manuel Marquez, Shane Mosley, Miguel Cotto, Canelo Alvarez, Marcos Maidana and Manny Pacquiao.
      Potential venues for a UK bout could be Wembley Arena, the O2 or the Manchester Arena.
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      Tyson Fury predicts Usyk will ‘run away all night’ in undisputed heavyweight showdown but vows to ‘crush’ Ukrainian

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      TYSON FURY has vowed to crush Oleksandr Usyk when the pair meet later this year.The undisputed heavyweight clash could take place in March according to Fury’s promoter Frank Warren.
      Tyson Fury belives Oleksandr Usyk is no match for himCredit: Getty
      The pair are set to face off in MarchCredit: Getty
      There has been plenty of trash talk between the pair and the Gypsy King added fuel to the fire in a recent interview with The Telegraph.
      Fury believes Usyk will be no match for him and vowed to “hunt down” the Ukrainian.
      He said: “I don’t think he’s big enough and strong enough to stand up to the punches.
      “It’s a challenge but he’ll be running away like a little b**** all night.
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      “I will hunt him down and when I get hold of him he’ll be crushed.”
      Fury previously branded Usyk a “bum” and launched an x-rated rant at the 35-year-old when the duo came face-toface after Fury’s victory over Derek Chisora.
      The Brit, 34, said: “Where’s Usyk the rabbit?
      “Me and you, sucker, next. Me and you! You’re getting it, little sucker. Rabbit! P***Y!
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      “Look, a 15-stone little midget beat a bodybuilder. But I ain’t a bodybuilder, sucker. I’m gonna write you off!
      “I already done one Ukrainian in (Wladimir) Klitschko didn’t I? And I’ll do you as well, gappy teeth.
      “You ugly little man. Lets get it on b****. You may laugh now but I’ll end this lil sucker. I’ll end you.
      “You little sucker. What are you gonna do? You’re gonna do f*** all you little sausage.” More

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      Eddie Hearn says Anthony Joshua is ‘nailed on’ to fight Fury or Wilder this year as he reveals AJ’s three-fight plan

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      EDDIE HEARN has revealed the three-fight plan designed to make Anthony Joshua world champion once again.Joshua lost his heavyweight crown to Oleksandr Usyk in 2021 and failed to win it back in a Saudi Arabia showdown last August.
      Anthony Joshua is bidding to win back his world titlesCredit: Getty
      Eddie Hearn has a three-fight plan in place for AJCredit: Getty
      But promoter Hearn has a plan in place to get AJ back to the top, and it could begin with a fight against a top 15 opponent in April.
      Hearn revealed an announcement on that bout is expected in the next week, and once Joshua overcomes that hurdle he could fight Dillian Whyte for a second time, or Deontay Wilder.
      But Hearn wants his fighter to take the smart option and hinted that Wilder could be Joshua’s third fight of the year, with Tyson Fury another option.
      Hearn told the DAZN boxing show: “Anthony Joshua and Canelo Alvarez are in the works to announce that first slate of 2023. AJ is fighting a month earlier than Alvarez, so he’ll be pretty much ready to go with an announcement in a week or so.
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      “We pretty much know his date. We’re down to three or four opponents that we’re talking to. Obviously, rumours of his new training team, and there will be a full announcement from Joshua on that.
      “The plan now is to rebuild him to become a three-time heavyweight world champion, and the trainer will want to take the appropriate steps to do that.
      “It’s all very well being brave, listening to Twitter, going out, and fighting Deontay Wilder [next] and doing this and doing that, but there has to be a plan, a smart plan.
      “A smart plan is he wants to return against a top 15 guy in a credible fight and return in the summer against probably Dillian Whyte and then move forward against Wilder or Tyson Fury in a mega-fight in the ultimate 2023.”
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      Former heavyweight champion Evander Holyfield advised Joshua to “play the game” if he wants to get back to the top.
      That could mean a first fight of the year against a boxer where he is the heavy favourite, with Otto Wallin mooted as a possible opponent.
      Then could come a showdown with Whyte which Hearn previously tipped for the summer, before a blockbuster tie against Wilder or Fury. More

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      Eddie Hearn reveals Anthony Joshua will face Dillian Whyte ‘in the summer’ as AJ bids to return to title contention

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA’s trilogy fight with Dillian Whyte is set to take place in “the summer”.The Watford warrior targeted a third showdown with his old rival following back-to-back losses to undefeated unified champion Oleksandr Usyk.
      Anthony Joshua and Dillian Whyte have twice gone to warCredit: NEWS GROUP NEWSPAPERS LTD
      Joshua won their professional dust-up via brutal seventh-round KOCredit: REUTERS
      Eddie Hearn has revealed the pair’s trilogy fight is on course for ‘the summer’Credit: GETTY
      But promoter Eddie Hearn has revealed Brixton Body Snatcher won’t be the first fight of Joshua’s career rebuild – which is set to get underway in the spring.
      The Matchroom Boxing chief said: “I think AJ against Dillian Whyte is always going to be a huge fight, and I think you’re going to see that in the summer.
      “Two heavyweights that really don’t like each other. A big year for both Anthony Joshua and Dillian Whyte.”
      Joshua and Whyte, 33 and 34 respectively, own victories over one another – with the former’s coming in the professional ranks.
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      And settling their rivalry once and for all is high up on his wishlist, so much so he’d rather face Whyte than WBC heavyweight king Tyson Fury.
      When asked who he’d prefer to fight out of the two, AJ told GQ: “It has to be Dillian Whyte. South London, North London.
      “Fury’s good, but he’s a Manchester boy.
      “I think Dillian has more swag in general, but he’s come up short a few times.”
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      Joshua and Whyte agreed to a series decider during an impromptu meeting in London in May.
      Joshua recalled the conversation by saying: “‘Bruv, can you see I’m in Black Air Forces, bruv.
      “‘I’m not messing about with you, you know, bruv. I want that fight.”
      He added: “No, I’m joking. Dillian’s cool, Dillian’s only messing about.
      AJ and Whyte agreed to throw down again during an impromptu meeting last yearCredit: DILLIAN WHYTE
      “This was just after his fight with Fury, he was just explaining to me what he had been through.
      “From that picture, it looks like he’s putting me under pressure, but I’m under no pressure there.
      “I’ll still smoke Dillian anyway.”
      Joshua, 33, is set to return to action in March at London’s O2 Arena, although an opponent for his first outing of the year has not yet been finalised. More

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      Jake Paul and Tommy Fury ‘close’ to agreeing grudge match for third time as negotiations reach final stage

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      JAKE PAUL and Tommy Fury are “close” to agreeing to fighting one another for a THIRD time.The social media sensations have twice signed on the dotted line to throw down but have yet to share the ring.
      Jake Paul and Tommy Fury have been twice scheduled to face one anotherCredit: BT SPORT
      Fury was twice forced to pull out of the grudge matchCredit: GETTY
      Promoter Frank Warren has revealed third deal is close to coming to fruitionCredit: PA
      SunSport understands talks over the grudge match resumed not long after Fury’s short-notice Dubai dust-up with Rolly Lambert last November.
      And promoter Frank Warren has revealed both parties are not “far off” reaching a third agreement.
      He told iFL TV: “Both sides are really eager to making it happen and I don’t think we’re far off getting it on.
      “I think we’re quite close to making it happen.”
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      Former Love Island star Fury – the brother of WBC heavyweight champ Tyson – will receive a career-high purse for the showdown.
      Warren said: “It’s a life-changing money fight for him and obviously he wants it.”
      Paul and Fury, 25 and 23 respectively, were first scheduled to trade leather in December 2021 but injury and illness to the latter scuppered the bout.
      The showdown was rebooked for last August but fell through in July when Fury was banned from entering the United States.
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      But Warren is confident it’ll be third time lucky once the deal is finalised.
      The Queensberry Promotions chief said: “It was on, then he couldn’t get into the States which was a problem.
      “But we’ll get it on, we’re really determined to make it happen.
      “All sides are really good on getting it over the line – we will get it over the line.”
      YouTuber turned boxer Paul has gone a perfect 6-0 since turning pro in December 2019 and is confident of wiping the floor with the youngest Fury.
      During an appearance on The MMA Hour, he said: “The kid’s a novice, he’s never fought anyone good.
      Jake Paul believes he’ll easily get the better of Tommy FuryCredit: REUTERS
      “He’s never even fought an eight-round fight.
      “He just doesn’t have the experience like I do, which is crazy to say because he’s been doing it his whole life.
      “But people call him a professional boxer and they respect him as a professional boxer.
      “So I would love to strip that title from him.
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      “I wouldn’t even have to actually train for that fight.
      “I would still train because I’m a professional, but I wouldn’t have to train to fight him.” More