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      Watch as Jake Paul is left speechless after Deontay Wilder brutally knocks out Robert Helenius with massive right hand

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      JAKE PAUL was left speechless after Deontay Wilder brutally knocked out Robert Helenius in his return fight. The YouTuber-turned boxer is equally as well known for his loud mouth as he is his for his heavy right hand.
      Jake Paul’s reaction after Deontay Wilder’s KO
      Deontay Wilder celebrates after knocking out Robert HeleniusCredit: Getty

      But trash-talker Paul might have been left with nothing to say for the first time in his life after witnessing Wilder’s most recent KO.
      The ex-WBC heavyweight champion landed a trademark right hand with Helenius out for the count and needing medical assistance.
      Paul reacted by uploading a video on social media, with an open mouth and nothing to say.
      The American, 25, may use it as inspiration for his next fight, against UFC legend Anderson Silva, 47, on October 29 in Arizona.
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      Wilder, 36, was returning after a year out the ring, following a brutal KO loss to Tyson Fury, 34, in their epic Las Vegas trilogy bout.
      But the Bronze Bomber wasted no time in announcing himself back to the heavyweight division as Helenius, 38, lasted just under three minutes.
      Wilder said: “Deontay Wilder is back. The excitement in the heavyweight division is back.
      “There’s no heavyweight division without Deontay Wilder.”
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      Wilder scored his fifth KO win inside the Barclays Center in New York, which has become a happy hunting ground in recent years.
      He said: “It’s just amazing to be back in Brooklyn.
      “It’s like a second home to me. This is arena is like a second home to me. It just feels so good to be back.
      “When I came off the plane and set foot off the ground I just felt a great energy, I felt the love and support and that’s all I needed.
      “So when I stepped foot in the arena I felt the same thing and I knew it was going to be a great night and it was for me.”
      Deontay Wilder knocks out Robert Helenius in the first roundCredit: Getty
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      Deontay Wilder calls out Oleksandr Usyk and Andy Ruiz Jr… but fears stunning Robert Helenius KO will scare rivals off

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      DEONTAY WILDER is ready to fight Oleksandr Usyk and Andy Ruiz Jr next – so long as the heavyweight pair have not been scared off. Wilder dispatched of Robert Helenius in brutal fashion in New York after only one right hand and three minutes of his boxing return.
      Deontay Wilder after knocking out Robert HeleniusCredit: Getty
      Oleksandr Usyk called out Deontay WilderCredit: PA
      Usyk, 35, had called out the American beforehand and warned that he could gatecrash the massive comeback bout.
      But the unified champion was a no-show, as Wilder questioned who on earth would want to fight him after leaving Helenius out cold.
      He said: “Who’s next? I’ve been hearing rumours about Usyk and he isn’t even in the building, or is he?
      “You know most the time when guys say they want me and come to a show of mine and see a devastating knockout that they turn the corner on me, I’ve had many.
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      “I’m down for whatever, whether it’s Andy Ruiz, or Usyk or whoever. Lets bring it on.
      “Deontay Wilder is back. The excitement in the heavyweight division is back. There’s no heavyweight division without Deontay Wilder.”
      Wilder, 36, returned for the first time since Tyson Fury, 34, knocked him out in their epic trilogy bout last year.
      And they could be in line for a sensational FOURTH chapter in their rivalry.
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      It comes after Wilder beat Helenius, 38, in a WBC eliminator, which sets him up to face Ruiz, 33, for the mandatory challenger spot.
      The two are both signed to Al Haymon’s Premier Boxing Champions stable, making negotiations for the showdown that much easier.
      Wilder was in attendance for Ruiz’s win over old rival Luis Ortiz, 43, in September, where the duo agreed to get it on.
      Andy Ruiz Jr and Deontay Wilder are in line to fightCredit: Ryan Hafey More

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      ‘Amazing to be back’ – Watch Deontay Wilder KO Robert Helenius in FIRST ROUND of return fight with brutal right hand

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      DEONTAY WILDER announced his return to the heavyweight division in trademark fashion with a first-round knockout over Robert Helenius. The American, fighting for the first time since being KO’d by Tyson Fury 12 months ago, selected rugged Finn Helenius as his comeback opponent.
      Deontay Wilder brutally knocked out Robert HeleniusCredit: Getty
      The American announced his return in styleCredit: Getty
      Robert Helenius out for the count in round oneCredit: AFP

      But it took just under three minutes for Wilder to land his famous right and close the show without any warning.
      Helenius, 38, had the ex-WBC champion backed up in the corner which ultimately sealed his fate as a counter shot left him laid out.

      Wilder said: “It’s just amazing to be back in Brooklyn. It’s like a second home to me. This is arena is like a second home to me.
      “It just feels so good to be back. When I came off the plane and set foot off the ground I just felt a great energy, I felt the love and support and that’s all I needed.
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      “So when I stepped foot in the arena I felt the same thing and I knew it was going to be a great night and it was for me.”
      Wilder, 36, was left considering his career following consecutive stoppage losses to Fury, 34, in their trilogy series.
      But a statue built in his native Alabama convinced the Bronze Bomber back for one final chapter in his illustrious career.
      He is now lined up for a final eliminator against Andy Ruiz Jr, 33, with the winner becoming mandatory for Fury’s title.
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      But unified champ Oleksandr Usyk, 35, had called to fight Wilder after Anthony Joshua, 32, and Fury began negotiating for a shock December bout.
      Usyk even warned that he could gatecrash Wilder’s big return – although the Ukrainian never showed.
      And Wilder fears if the former cruiserweight king had taken a ringside seat, it just might have scared him off a future fight.
      He said: “Who’s next? I’ve been hearing rumours about Usyk and he isn’t even in the building, or is he?
      “You know most the time when guys say they want me and come to a show of mine and see a devastating knockout that they turn the corner on me, I’ve had many.
      “I’m down for whatever, whether it’s Andy Ruiz, or Usyk or whoever. Lets bring it on.
      “Deontay Wilder is back. The excitement in the heavyweight division is back. There’s no heavyweight division without Deontay Wilder.”
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      Devin Haney puts on repeat masterclass to beat George Kambosos Jr on points in rematch and vows to take on ‘all comers’

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      DEVIN HANEY put on a repeat masterclass performance to beat George Kambosos Jr on points again. Haney, only four months after beating Kambosos in the Aussie’s Melbourne back yard, returned to the scene of the crime.
      George Kambosos Jr was beaten by Devin Haney againCredit: Getty
      George Kambosos Jr takes a big right handCredit: Getty
      And the unbeaten American put on another boxing clinic over 12 rounds to retain his WBC, WBA, IBF and WBO undisputed lightweight titles.
      But he refused to celebrate with his Ring Magazine belt, having failed to make their top ten pound-for-pound list.
      Haney, 23, said: “I should definitely be on the pound-for-pound rankings.
      “In the first fight they said all I had was my jab, today I came in and showed them my right hand.
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      “I showed how versatile I am. I came to Australia not once but twice, beat the man in his hometown twice.”
      Haney bossed the action utilising simple boxing fundamentals, scoring with razor sharp jabs and one-two combinations.
      Kambosos, 29, was light on his feet in the early stages, switching stances and trying to make life difficult for the flashy champion.
      But Haney, who turned professional at just 17, was wise to anything coming his way and landed some beautiful counters, specifically with the left hook.
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      Kambosos, who was bloodied towards the final stages, found home to some stinging body shots during the second half of the bout.
      But at times marksman Haney made it look like target practice with his jab, lead right hand and near-perfect one-two down the middle.
      As the bell sounded for the final time – as was the case in the summer – there was no doubt in the result.
      Haney lofted all four 135lb belts high in the air and embraced Kambosos following 24 rounds shared between the pair.
      The scorecards read 119-109, and 118-110 twice, all in Haney’s favour as the American sent out a message to the division and world.
      He said: “We’re taking on all comers, no matter who it is we want to fight the best fighters in the world.
      “I believe I am the best fighter in the world, whoever it is next, bring it on.”
      George Kambosos Jr was left bloodied during the boutCredit: EPA
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      Savannah Marshall fails in bid to become undisputed world champion as classy Claressa Shields puts on boxing masterclass

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      WONDER WOMAN Claressa Shields dethroned our girl Savannah Marshall to become undisputed middleweight queen and settle their decade-long row.The 27-year-old – a two-time Olympic champion and three-weight pro ruler – dominated the Hartlepool hero, 31, on points atop the historic all-female O2 card.
      Claressa Shields became the undisputed middleweight champion – and in some styleCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      It was a night of despair for Brit hero MarshallCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      The American celebrated wildly after the result was announcedCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Shields beat Marshall on a unanimous decisionCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      And the Michigan legend did it all this time while caring for her two nieces and nephew while her sister recovers from personal issues.
      Ten years after Marshall beat Shields in the amateurs in 2012, the judges rightly called it: 96-94, 97-93 and 97-93.
      A moronic section of the impressively packed crowd booed the American anthem and proud patriot Shields looked determined to punish them for it.
      Dressed in the stars and stripes and with Mr T emblazoned on her socks she was afraid of no foe or fool.

      Shields was hurt in the second but she showed incredible grit to dig deep and whack back with a left hook that tanned the usually pale complexion on Marshall’s right cheek. It was brilliant action.
      Up to 11, Silent Assassin Marshall was so crippled with shyness she would barely talk, 20 years later, in the third, she was hunting down a monster in front of 20,000 people and peppering her with insults as well as punches.
      During one exchange in front of the press desks she roared “come on!” as she clumped at her.
      The fourth was a blur of brawling and technical boxing close-up-and-personal. Marshall left her height and range advantages in her corner and went tow-to-tow with her shorter foe. It was a shootout.
      Marshall did land plenty of power punches during the scrapCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Shields maintained her unbeaten record – and handed Marshall her first ever pro lossCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
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      Marshall’s honeyshot right hand was fearsome but it kept leaving her open to Shields’ left hook and the fifth was one of the worst sessions for it.
      Marshall walked on to a handful of bruising shots at the end of the sixth, it was her worst round of the fight so far but he legs were honest.
      Marshall – who was rejected for a part-time job in lockdown by a handful of firms – had 20,000 fans screaming her name in the seventh when it looked like her engine was running on fumes alone and Shields was showboating with her Philly shell defence throughout round eight.
      The American master was just too good but everyone would love to see the rematch with the score now tied at 1-1.
      After her stunning success, Shields said: “I did what I do in training and I got the job done.
      “I want to thank Savannah Marshall – it was a special night for women’s boxing and I think it was fight of the year.”
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      Marshall added: “She was not as fast as I thought she was but she is a brilliant champion. I would be up for a third one.”
      In the chief support of the night at London’s o2, Alycia Baumgardner secured a contentious split decision victory against Mikaela Mayer to unify WBC, WBO and IBF super-featherweight titles.
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      ‘God have mercy upon them’ – Chris Eubank Sr claims he knows who is responsible for Conor Benn’s failed drugs test

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      CHRIS EUBANK SR claims he knows who was behind the positive drug test that blew his son’s showdown with Conor Benn.Benn, the son of boxing legend Nigel, failed a doping test that scuppered a clash with 33-year-old Chris Eubank Jr.
      Conor Benn failed a drug test earlier this monthCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
      Chris Eubank Sr claims he knows who is responsible for the failed testCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      The welterweight tested positive for a testosterone booster, causing the bout at London’s O2 to be postponed.
      Benn, who denies wrongdoing, could face a four-year ban if found guilty of committing a doping offence.
      Eubank, 56, claims that he knows who was responsible for the positive test for banned clomifene, a drug normally used to treat infertility in women.
      He told a crowd in the West Midlands: “I think I know, I have a good idea.
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      “When Nigel finds out who tricked him and who has slurred his son, when he finds out who they are, I don’t want that man coming after me. But you don’t need to worry about me. You need to worry about Nigel Benn. God have mercy upon them.
      “When he finds out who has perpetrated this against his son.”
      Eubank added: “There’s an investigation now happening where those who perpetrated what they perpetrated will be brought into the light.”
      The British Boxing Board of Control refused to sanction the multi-million-pound sell-out catchweight fight after the failed test was revealed, despite Benn’s promoter Eddie Hearn trying to salvage the event.
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      Former world middleweight and super-middleweight champion Benn, 58, insists his son is a clean fighter.
      The pair were speaking on the first night of a tour recalling their famous 90s rivalry.
      Benn told the audience at the Coventry Building Society Arena: “I guarantee you, if I thought my son ever took performance-enhancing drugs, I would hang him out to dry.”
      He added: “I know my son. I would be the first person to throw him under the bus. I would say, ‘Son, I love you but you’re not doing it around me’.
      “And I know my son, 100 per cent. I’ve watched my son cry in my arms. But you know what it is?
      “He will get vindicated and I just pray the apology is as loud as the conviction.
      “Everyone has found him guilty but I know my son, that’s all I can say.”
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      The doomed bout was set to revive the rivalry between the older Benn and Eubank who twice faced each other for world titles in 1990 and 1993.
      Benn Jr, 26, has vowed to clear his name, telling critics on social media: “I hope the apology is as loud as the disrespect.”
      The failed test saw a fight between Eubank Jr, left, and Benn, right, postponedCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank Sr fought twice in the 1990sCredit: Getty More

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      Astrid Wett calls out fellow OnlyFans star Elle Brooke after beating Keeley at Misfits boxing event

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      ONLYFANS star Astrid Wett called out rival Elle Brooke after beating Keeley Colbran at the Misfits boxing event in Sheffield.Wett, 22, won by TKO after TikToker Keeley didn’t come out of her corner for the second round.
      Astrid Wett beat Keeley Colbran by TKO in SheffieldCredit: Getty
      Wett called out Elle Brooke after her victoryCredit: Getty
      Wett is an OnlyFans and social media sensationCredit: Instagram @wettastrid
      Brooke also has a dedicated OnlyFans and social media followingCredit: Instagram / @thedumbledong
      Speaking after the fight, Wett vowed Brooke “can have it”.
      Fellow OnlyFans sensation Brooke, 24, beat Love Island star AJ Bunker back in July after originally being scheduled to face Wett.
      And now Wett is eyeing a grudge bout with Brooke.
      She boldly declared after beating Keeley: “Any female influencer who wants to take the challenge, I’m here.”
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      Brooke’s name was then mentioned.
      To which Wett replied: “I mean if she wants it, she can have it. But there’s no way I’m doing it on Kingpyn.”
      Wett pulled out of her original clash with Brooke due to fears for her safety.
      It came after Brooke brought a coffin with a blow up doll inside it with Wett’s face to a pre-fight press conference.
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      Both fighters are now 1-0 in their short careers, with Wett’s victory tonight setting up a mouthwatering future clash.
      Wett had been left red faced at the weigh-in on Friday when she was swerved by KSI after trying to plant a kiss on his lips.
      The Brit awkwardly leant back to dodge Wett as she made her move.
      Tonight’s action in Sheffield is headlined by Jay Swingler vs Cherdleys.
      Wett and Brooke (pictured) were supposed to fight earlier this yearCredit: Instagram / @thedumbledong
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      Tyson Fury believes Gypsy King alter ego has become a ‘monster’ who will not let him quit boxing

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      TYSON Fury believes his Gypsy King alter ego has become a “monster” who will not let him quit boxing.The unbeaten WBC heavyweight champ said he has created an unbreakable superhero.
      The unbeaten WBC heavyweight champ said he has created an unbreakable superhero
      Fury, 34, said: “I almost feel sorry for the Gypsy King because although I want him to become obsolete I cannot get away from him.
      “He’s a lonely, horrible, sad person without the fight game.
      “I created a monster and I’m to blame.”
      Fury retired after knocking out Dillian Whyte at Wembley Stadium in April and said he wanted to lead a quiet life at home in Morecambe with his family.
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      But he has since reversed that decision and hinted the only way he would retire would be if he is beaten or if he seeks medical help to escape his alter ego’s demands.
      Speaking to Behind the Gloves on YouTube, Fury added: “I want to be out of boxing, but I can’t let it go so keep going for the sake of the Gypsy King. Maybe there is a doctor out there who can help me because I think I’m going to need mental help to let go of this thing.”
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