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      Watch Mikaela Mayer KICK OUT at Alycia Baumgardner as boxing rivals forced apart by security AGAIN ahead of grudge fight

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      MIKAELA MAYER kicked out at Alycia Baumgardner as the pair were forced apart by security again ahead of their grudge fight. The women’s boxing stars settle the score in the ring on Saturday night at the O2 Arena.
      Mikaela Mayer kicked out at Alycia BaumgardnerCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun

      So more than the unified WBC, IBF and WBO belts will be on the line with pride and bragging rights at stake.
      The American duo provide chief support to Claressa Shields, 27, and Savannah Marshall, 31, who fight for the undisputed middleweight crown.
      The two rivals have feuded throughout the year and have just one more day to go before getting their hands on each other.
      Although the fight threatened to start early as tempers flared at the weigh in, as Mayer threw a kick Baumgardner’s way.
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      It was the second time in the space of 24 hours that the champions needed to be restrained by security, building even more anticipation.
      Mayer, 32, told Sky Sports: “She started pushing me back, I didn’t have any arms because I have three belts, so I had use my leg.”
      The 2016 Olympian is the current WBO, IBF and Ring Magazine champ, unbeaten in 17 fights.
      Whereas Baumgardner, 28, is 12-1 and shot to fame last year after knocking out Britain’s Terri Harper, 25, to win the WBC belt.
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      She added: “Listen, I belong here.
      “I’m made for this moment, I’m ready to unify the division come Saturday night against Mikaela Mayer.
      “She’s in there with a dog, she knows that, she feels that, she’s threatened and I’m here to take over and dethrone her.”
      Mikaela Mayer and Alycia Baumgardner ahead of their title unificationCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun More

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      ‘Put some clothes on, what’s wrong with you?’ – Watch naked Tyson Fury shock dad John after barging in on 5.30am workout

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      TSYON FURY shocked his dad John after the heavyweight boxer barged in on his early morning workout – without any clothes on.The Gypsy King is back in the gym himself as he prepares for his return to the ring in December against Derek Chisora.
      John Fury was going through his paces in his early morning walk out before a surprise appearance from his sonCredit: https://twitter.com/Tyson_Fury
      Tyson Fury is preparing for a fight with Derek Chisora in DecemberCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      John, a former professional boxer himself, had been working up a sweat with a 5.30am workout.
      But he was in for a surprise when his naked son appeared as he was getting into his ab crunches.
      Fury uploaded the hilarious exchange on Twitter, leaving fans in hysterics.
      Walking into the room, the 34-year-old said: “What are you doing at half past five in the morning, dad?”
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      He adds: “I wondered who was downstairs.”
      The two briefly bicker before John, refusing to break out of his rhythm, snaps at his son: “Put your f****** clothes on, a*******. Put some clothes on, man.”
      Fury can be heard giggling in the background in response.
      In response to the video, one fan wrote: “Gotta love Big John! Hahaha.”
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      Another joked: “Let me guess… he’s your next opponent…”
      Promoter Frank Warren confirmed that Fury will take on Chisora on December 3.
      The heavyweight will be looking to defend his WBC title against Del Boy – having beaten his fellow Brit twice before – after plans for a bout with Anthony Joshua fell apart.
      He confirmed earlier this week he is back in the gym and dropping the pounds as he prepares for the fight.
      Meanwhile, speculation continues to grow about another major heavyweight clash between Deontay Wilder and AJ in Africa. More

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      Tyson Fury has three-fight plan for the next 12 months including Joe Joyce bout – but Anthony Joshua not included

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      TYSON FURY has been given a three-fight plan by his promoter Frank Warren, which includes the undisputed title and Joe Joyce. Fury is set to return on December 3 and is currently in talks to face Derek Chisora in an unlikely trilogy bout.
      Tyson Fury alongside promoter Frank WarrenCredit: Reuters
      Joe Joyce is lined up to fight Tyson Fury next yearCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      It comes after unified champion Oleksandr Usyk, 35, ruled himself out of a unification until next year.
      Warren hopes for Fury, 34, to fight Usyk after his return bout, with a title defence against Joyce, 37, following.
      He told The Express: “I spoke to Tyson yesterday and he was talking about Joyce next year, having this fight with Chisora, hopefully unifying the titles and then fighting Joe Joyce so that’s his next year for him, isn’t it?
      “That’s what Tyson was talking about, so we’ll see where we go with it.
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      “Whatever he chooses to do, I’ll support it, I look at my relationship with him as a little bit special and I only want the best for him.”
      Fury was in talks to defend his belt against Anthony Joshua, 32, who is coming off consecutive losses to Usyk.
      But he is no longer seen as in the running to face Fury – at least in the next 12 months.
      Promoters failed to agree terms, leading to Chisora, 38, being a shock alternative.
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      The heavyweight veteran was twice beaten by Fury, in 2011 and 2014, but in 2020 he pushed Usyk to a split-decision.
      And with Warren hoping for a first four-belt heavyweight unification next year, Chisora is seen as the ideal warm up.
      He said: “If you look down the BoxRec ratings Chisora is the highest available challenger.
      “They’ve had a few words over the last few months and I think Fury makes a very valid point, Chisora did give Usyk a very tough fight so it will be a good yardstick.”
      Derek Chisora has been beaten by Tyson Fury twiceCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd More

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      Claressa Shields vs Savannah Marshall live stream FREE and on TV – how to watch

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      CLARESSA SHIELDS and Savannah Marshall finally face off to settle a grudge over 10 years in the making.The HUGE main event will be for the undisputed middleweight titles, and there is a way to watch it for FREE.
      Claressa Shields and Savannah Marshall meet in the ringCredit: PA
      The pair have been feuding since their bout in 2012
      And the pair headline an historic all-women card at the O2 in London, which has been rescheduled following the passing of The Queen.
      Marshall defeated Shields in the amateurs back in 2012.
      Shields said about their history: “I’m better than you, I’ve been better than you since I was 17. Didn’t I win the Olympics?
      “If we’re going to talk about something 10 years ago aren’t we going to talk about the Olympics?
      “I lost in 2012 [in the amateurs], two months later won the Olympics, then 2014 World Championships, you were there sweetheart – gold medal again. ”
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      When is Claressa Shields vs Savannah Marshall?
      Claressa Shields vs Savannah Marshall takes place on Saturday, October 15.
      Expect the main event of Shields vs Marshall at around 10.30pm UK time.
      The main card is live on Sky Sports from 7.30pm.
      Feuding Mikaela Mayer and Alycia Baumgardner meet in the co-main
      What live stream and TV channel is Claressa Shields vs Savannah Marshall on?
      Claressa Shields vs Savannah Marshall will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event and Arena…plus for free on Sky Showcase.
      How can I watch for FREE?
      Sky Showcase does NOT require a Sky Sports subscription.
      Showcase is channel 106 on Sky, and channel 110 on Virgin Media.
      What is the Shields vs Marshall undercard?
      Mikaela Mayer vs Alycia Baumgardner for the undisputed super-featherweight titles is the co-main for the O2 card.
      Elsewhere, Olympians Lauren Price and Karriss Artingstall also feature on the historic all-female bill.

      Savannah Marshall vs Claressa Shields – for WBO, WBA, WBC, IBF, WBF and The Ring middleweight titles
      Mikaela Mayer vs Alycia Baumgardner – for WBC, WBO, IBO, IBF, and The Ring super featherweight titles
      Caroline Dubois vs Milena Koleva
      Ebonie Jones vs Vanesa Caballero
      Ginny Fuchs vs Gemma Ruegg
      Lauren Price vs Timea Belik
      Karriss Artingstall vs Marina Sakharov
      April Hunter vs Erica Juana Gabriela Alvarez
      Sarah Liegmann vs Bec Connolly
      Shannon Ryan vs Buchra El Quaissi 

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      Floyd Mayweather offered shock fight against UFC legend Nate Diaz in Japan with promoter planning to hold talks

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      FLOYD MAYWEATHER has been offered a shock fight against Nate Diaz in Japan with talks set to start. Mayweather has boxed in two exhibitions in the Far East with MMA promotion RIZIN.
      Floyd Mayweather has been offered a shock fight against Nate DiazCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Nate Diaz has left the UFCCredit: Getty
      Meanwhile, Diaz, younger brother to Nick, is now a free agent after leaving the UFC following the final bout on his UFC deal.
      Mayweather has confirmed he will fight in Japan again and RIZIN CEO Noboyuki Sakakibara is ready to branch out for his next opponent.
      Sakakibara told MMA Mania: “We had Nick fight in PRIDE before and we’ve known them from way back.
      “So, if we were to do something with Floyd again, we always have to talk about an opponent.
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      “We do think we’re at a point where we can’t just only focus on the Japanese market anymore.
      “We have to target the international audience. So, with that said, Floyd’s opponent doesn’t have to be a Japanese fighter anymore.
      “It’s just one possibility thinking about the future. Not only Floyd’s opponent, but Nate Diaz as an individual has a great amount of character, fight style, and a great following internationally.
      “So, as an individual, he would definitely be somebody we’d be interested to be talking to.”
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      Mayweather, 45, officially retired in 2017 after beating UFC superstar Conor McGregor, 34.
      But he has boxed in four exhibitions since, most recently against MMA fighter Mikuru Asakura, 30, which he won in two rounds in September.
      That came after facing featherweight kickboxer Tenshin Nasukawa, 24, YouTuber Logan Paul, 27, and ex-sparring partner Don Moore.
      Mayweather is set to return next on November 13 in Dubai against social media personality Deji, 25.
      And Diaz, 37, has hinted at a boxing switch having walked out on the UFC following victory over Tony Ferguson, 38, in September.
      It would be interesting to start talking to Nate and bring up the idea to Floyd. RIZIN CEO Noboyuki Sakakibara
      Sakakibara added: “It’s always nice to show the Mayweather exhibition challenges and whatever we can do to exceed people’s expectations, that’s the goal in terms of announcing a fight.
      “Whatever gathers attention, surprises people, is what we want to shoot for.
      “With that said, it would be interesting to start talking to Nate and bring up the idea to Floyd.
      “Nate Diaz might even have a chance of beating Floyd, you know?
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      “And for us to promote that ‘what if’ factor is definitely something that we need to promote for these exhibitions against Floyd.
      “Making the people think maybe, that “if” factor, Nate Diaz can bring all of that, so, we do think it’s a great idea.”
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      Deontay Wilder vs Robert Helenius net worth: How heavyweight boxers compare ahead of mouthwatering clash

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      DEONTAY WILDER’s net worth is mammoth compared to rival Robert Helenius.The two gigantic heavyweights will meet on Saturday at the Barclays Center.
      Wilder is making his return to the boxing ring on SaturdayCredit: AFP
      The American is fighting Helenius, whose net worth is tiny compared to hisCredit: AFP
      It marks Wilder’s return to boxing having taken the year off following his trilogy defeat to WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury.
      The 36-year-old will take on Swedish-Finnish Helenius, 38, and use it as a springboard to take on the top three heavyweights in the future.
      Wilder has ambitions of a fourth fight with Fury, as well as meetings with Anthony Joshua and WBA, IBF, WBO and IBO heavyweight champ Oleksandr Usyk.
      All three bouts would add a large chunk of cash to his bank.
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      Although purses for Saturday’s showdown between Wilder and Helenius are unknown, fans are being charged £67 in the US and £12.99 in the UK.
      But how do the two heavyweight’s net worth compare?
      Deontay Wilder – £27million
      The Alabama-born heavy hitter is only worth £27million, according to Celebrity Net Worth.
      This is despite Wilder making a massive £33m in 2020 alone.
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      That figure includes £360,000-a-year from endorsements and sponsorship.
      The most Wilder has taken home from one fight is £25m from his rematch with Fury.
      Wilder – who now holds a record of 42-2-1 with 41 knockouts – owns a number of luxurious cars and expensive jewellery.
      He plans on focussing on music once he retires from the ring.
      Whether that proves to be a massive money-maker for Wilder is yet to be seen.
      The American is one of boxing’s highest earners
      Deontay Wilder made £33m in 2020 alone
      Robert Helenius – £900,000 to £4million
      Helenius has an impressive record in the heavyweight division.
      He has taken on the likes of Dillian Whyte, Adam Kownacki and Gerald Washington.
      However, the amounts he has taken home from those fights are tiny compared to what Wilder rakes in.
      For his rematch against Kownacki, Helenius earned a career-high purse of £67,000.
      despite this, the Nordic Nightmare has an estimated net worth between £900,000 and £4m.
      The fight with Wilder is expected to be his biggest payday.
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      Tyson Fury calls to fight for only heavyweight belt missing in his collection… against journeyman with 9-12 record

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      TYSON FURY has called to fight for the only heavyweight belt missing from his collection… against the 9-12 title holder. Fury currently owns the WBC crown and has formerly held the WBA, IBF and WBO straps earlier in his career.
      Tyson Fury wants to fight for the Central Area titleCredit: Getty
      David Adeleye beat Chris Healey at WembleyCredit: Jamie McPhilimey
      Coupled with domestic and international honours, the Gypsy King has almost done it all in the ring.
      But the Central Area title is the only missing piece from his collection and it is currently held by respected journeyman Chris Healey, 34.
      Fury, 34, said: “I’ve won every single belt in boxing, apart from one belt and that belt is the Central Area heavyweight championship of Britain.
      “So, I’m calling out whoever is the Central Area heavyweight champion, I’m calling you out. That’s my belt, I want it, I haven’t got it.
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      “It’s the only belt I haven’t won and I want it, so I’m coming for whoever you are, come on.”
      Healey is a recognisable face among the British boxing circuit, having fought top prospects.
      He has shared the ring with Fabio Wardley, 27, and David Adeleye, 25, on Fury’s undercard in April at Wembley.
      Later that night, Fury knocked out Dillian Whyte, 34, and announced his retirement from boxing.
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      Although it was short lived as he prepares to return on December 3 while currently in talks with Derek Chisora, 38.
      Fury had wanted to face Oleksandr Usyk, 35, in a unification after the Ukrainian boxing hero beat Anthony Joshua, 32, for the second time.
      But Usyk is ruled out until next year having returned to his war-torn home for the first time following a period training away.
      That caused Joshua to receive a shock deal to fight Fury, but terms could not be agreed.
      Fury then turned his attention to Chisora, who he convincingly beat in 2011 and 2014, with promoter Frank Warren confirming talks are ongoing.
      Derek Chisora and Tyson Fury are in talks for a trilogy fightCredit: News Group Newspapers Ltd More

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      Conor Benn faces official doping investigation for failed drug test which cancelled Chris Eubank Jr fight

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      CONOR BENN is to be officially investigated following the failed drug test that forced his fight with Chris Eubank Jr to be cancelled.Benn was found with traces of banned fertility drug clomifene, which is known to boost testosterone levels among men.
      Conor Benn is to be officially investigated following his failed drug testCredit: PA
      The test was undertaken by the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association with the results passed to both boxers and promoters.
      But Benn had passed all UK Anti-Doping tests, the group in which the British Boxing Board of Control governs.
      It is understood VADA have passed their findings onto UKAD, which the BBBoC confirmed will now be investigated.
      A statement read: “Following the British Boxing Board of Control Limited’s decision on 4th October 2022 to prohibit the contest between Chris Eubank Jnr. and COnor BEnn that was scheduled to take place on 8th October 2022, the Board is aware that it has been widely reported in the press that an ‘A’ sample provided by Mr. Benn to the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association tested positive for a prohibited substance.
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      “UK Anti-Doping (UKAD) has launched an investigation in relation to Mr. Benn and the Board is in communication with UKAD in relation to that investigation.
      “The Board will release further details in relation to this matter, when appropriate.”
      All parties involved were made aware of the adverse finding on September 23 but the bout was axed only 48 hours before the first bell was due to sound.
      Benn, who protested his innocence after the adverse finding was revealed, has kept a well-advised silence bar a few cryptic social media posts.
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      But promoter Eddie Hearn urged fans to give the unbeaten welterweight and his team time and due process to clear his name.
      Hearn said: “It wasn’t kept from anyone, the commission was aware from the get-go and there is information about the testing and the amounts that will come to light.
      “You will see from various bits of information that the opponent and the team were willing to move forward with the fight, having seen all of the information.
      “We wanted an opportunity for Conor Benn to be heard and have a hearing, he never got that opportunity.
      “The board decided not to sanction the fight, we respect that decision, we don’t necessarily think all of the process was right.”
      Chris Eubank Jr v Conor Benn before their cancelled fightCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun More