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      Watch as Floyd Mayweather KNOCKS OUT Mikuru Asakura in two rounds to bank £20m in front of old rival Manny Pacquiao

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      FLOYD MAYWEATHER knocked out Mikuru Asakura in two rounds of their exhibition bout – in front of old rival Manny Pacquiao. Filipino icon PacMan travelled to Saitama, Japan, for a ringside view of the scheduled three-rounder that earned Mayweather another £20m.
      Mikuru Asakura was knocked out by Floyd Mayweather in two roundsCredit: AFP
      Floyd Mayweather won in his fourth exhibition boutCredit: AFP

      And he watched as Asakura made a bright start in the opening stages, landing to the body and keeping Mayweather at bay.
      The self-proclaimed “Best Ever” was forced to evade heavy artillery coming his way.
      Mayweather did pick up the pace towards the end of the opening round as he started to fire off his famous piston-like right hand.
      The second proved to be all out action with the American starting on the front foot.
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      Mayweather, 45, landed a series of rear hand shots, both to head and body.
      But Asakura, 30, fired back and even landed a perfect counter right hook, which snapped Mayweather’s head back.
      That actually proved to be the beginning of the end as the 50-0 boxing icon poured on the pressure.
      Asakura had no defence for a barrage of right hands coming his way and he was eventually floored just as the bell sounded.
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      He did his best to get to his feet but on shaken legs, experienced referee Kenny Bayless waved off the action.
      It brought an end to six action-packed minutes, which saw Mayweather triumph in his fourth exhibition bout in as many years.
      He said: “I would like to thank the whole country of Japan. Unbelievable country, unbelievable people.
      “An exciting, crazy turnout, round of applause for this tough competitor.”
      Pacquiao, 43, who retired last year, then entered the ring and embraced with Mayweather.
      It came after Mayweather said: “Another legend right here, eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao.
      “Great champion. Unbelievable world champion.”
      Mayweather officially retired in 2017 after beating ex-UFC champion Conor McGregor, 34, in ten rounds.
      But he returned a year later, beating featherweight kickboxer Tenshin Nasukawa, 24, in one round of a RIZIN promoted card.
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      Mayweather is set to face YouTuber Deji, 25, next in Dubai in November but warned he will be back in the Far East soon.
      He said: “Thanks for having me, I’ll be back.”
      Floyd Mayweather won at the end of round twoCredit: AP More

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      Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua in doubt as promoter Eddie Hearn says AJ will not sign contract by Monday deadline

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      TYSON FURY’S blockbuster showdown with Anthony Joshua is at risk of collapse after Eddie Hearn revealed AJ’s camp will not sign the contract by tomorrow’s deadline.The British heavyweight duo looked set for one of the biggest fights in boxing history.
      Eddie Hearn suggested the Anthony Joshua fight with Tyson Fury could be in doubtCredit: PA:Press Association
      The Gypsy King called out AJ and wants the contract signed by MondayCredit: Getty
      Fury called out AJ and an agreement was in place for the pair to step into the ring in Cardiff on December 3.
      However, the finer details of the paperwork are yet to be finalised meaning nothing has been signed.
      Fury handed Joshua an ultimatum on Saturday night, telling him to put pen to paper by Monday or else he will be “moving on”.
      The Gypsy King said: “I was optimistic about three weeks ago but it shouldn’t be taking this long to sign a contract.
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      “I’m not waiting around for some guy who has lost three of his last five fights.”
      But Joshua’s promoter Hearn hit back at Fury’s comments by standing his ground.
      The Matchroom chief said: “Look Tyson Fury has no intention of taking this fight if that’s the route he’s going to take.
      “Tyson Fury said he’s retired, Tyson Fury said he’s going to give his money to the homeless.
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      “And now Tyson Fury is saying, ‘I’m walking away from the fight if you don’t sign on Monday.’
      “Well guess what? We ain’t signing on Monday because we are having a meeting on Monday to discuss numerous points within the contract.”
      Fury – who was ringside as Joe Joyce knocked out Joseph Parker – has his fights broadcast on BT Sport and ESPN in America but AJ recently penned an exclusive deal with streaming app DAZN.
      The TV channel remains one of the final stumbling blocks that could potentially scupper the fight but both sides are willing to negotiate a plan.
      But Fury insists his rival Joshua, who suffered a second successive defeat to Oleksandr Usyk on August 20, is in no position to make demands.
      The Morecambe giant also laughed off Usyk’s suggestion that the Brit is trying to duck out of their four-belt decider.
      A £125million offer from Saudi Arabia was on the table but on the condition the bout happened on December 17, to upstage rival neighbour Qatar’s World Cup Final on the 18th.
      But Usyk refused to rush into another training camp – especially with his country still being invaded by Russia – and has ruled himself out until 2023. More

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      ‘I’ll be back’ – Floyd Mayweather to fight in Japan again after Mikuru Asakura KO with Manny Pacquaio rematch teased

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      FLOYD MAYWEATHER confirmed he will fight in Japan again – amid talk of a rematch with Manny Pacquaio. Pacquiao, famously beaten beaten by Mayweather in 2015, watched ringside as his old rival knocked out Mikuru Asakura in two rounds.
      Floyd Mayweather beat Mikuru Asakura in two roundsCredit: AFP
      Manny Pacquaio was ringside to watch Floyd Mayweather’s winCredit: AFP
      The boxing legend, who doubled his tally of exhibition wins in Japan, then revealed plans to return in the Far East again.
      He said: “I’m happy that we were able to give fans excitement tonight. Thanks for having me. I will be back.”
      Mayweather, 45, floored Asakura, 30, right at the end of the second round with a sharp right hand.
      The southpaw MMA star made it to his feet but on wobbly legs, leaving referee Kenny Bayless with no choice but to halt the action.
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      Mayweather addressed the fans in the Saitama Super Arena and hailed his front row rival.
      He said: “Round of applause to my team, I want to thank you guys. Another unbelievable experience.
      “Another legend right here, eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao. Great champion. Unbelievable world champion.
      “I’m just happy to be here, thanks again.”
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      Pacquiao entered the ring to embrace Mayweather and then hinted that he could fight in Japan himself.
      He said: “Thank you so much for this opportunity. I witnessed a good exhibition and good promotion with RIZIN.
      “Thank you for the chance and I hope this is not the last one.”
      Pacquiao, 43, retired from boxing last year after defeat to Yordenis Ugas, 35.
      But following a failed presidential campaign in the Philippines, he has been linked with a comeback.
      Pacquaio already has two exhibitions lined up, against Korean YouTuber DK Yoo and ex-sparring partner Jaber Zayani.
      Whereas Mayweather has had four exhibition bouts since retiring professionally in 2017 after beating UFC superstar Conor McGregor, 34.
      The pair of boxing icons came face to face once again in the Far East at a press conference and traded words.
      Afterwards, Pacquiao’s business partner Sean Gibbons insisted they would accept a rematch with Mayweather.
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      Gibbons said: “Let’s go. Would love to see it but Mayweather wants none of this smoke due to his ego.
      “Senator Pacquiao would love an exhibition. If he was to return it would be this year, but that is a big if.”
      Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquaio at a press conference in JapanCredit: Rex
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      Joe Joyce vs Joseph Parker LIVE RESULTS: Joyce WINS by HUGE knockout in thriller – latest reaction

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      JOE JOYCE has beaten Joseph Parker by a stunning knockout in the 11th round of their heavyweight clash.A HUGE left uppercut saw former world champ Parker stopped for the first time in his career.
      Both fighters landed heavy shots in a brutal main event in Manchester, before Joyce pulled away to finish in dominant style.
      Joyce was winning on ALL three judges scorecards before the big finale.

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      Joyce, who turned 37 on Monday is an infamously slow starter, was not at the races early again in Manchester.
      The Samoan was whacking away at the Londoner’s ribs as much as he could but Joyce has freakish resilience.
      Joyce raced out for the sixth and smashed a right hand straight onto Parker’s broken nose.
      Joyce was still getting punched back but he was overpowering and exhausting Parker in every clinch and slashing away at his head and body.
      It was all action, thrilling stuff but only Joyce looked capable of scoring the late stoppage thanks to his super-human chin.
      Joe Joyce celebrates knocking Joseph Parker outCredit: Reuters
      Joe Joyce wins the WBO ‘interim’ heavyweight titleCredit: Reuters
      A tremendous nights boxing!
      What a night of boxing that was!
      We saw Serrano get the better of Mahfoud, and then Joe Joyce put in a brilliant, smart performance to get the better of Joseph Parker.
      Joe Joyce got the better of Joseph Parker in Manchester.Credit: Getty
      A sense of humour too!
      Joe Joyce on a potential fight with Oleksandr Usyk…
      “I’m very feel, let’s get it on.”Joe JoyceOn fighting Usyk.
      Joe Joyce speaks…
      “I hit him with everything I’ve got, the kitchen sink, the handbag, everything.”Joe JoyceOn beating Joseph Parker
      Great sportsmanship
      You love to see it.
      Joseph Parker holds Joyce’s hand up to the sky.
      What a display from Joyce that was, he took Parker’s heart away in that one.
      What a fight…
      That was an immense contest from Joyce and Parker there.
      Parker was doing brilliantly to stay in that one, but Joyce reacted so well to hit a long range left hook that knocked Parker down to the ground.
      That was the icing on the cake for Joe Joyce who put up a great showing there…
      Round Eleven…
      Some big shots early from Joyce who rocked Parker there, he gets a good left hook too.
      Parker has done immensely well to stay in it.
      But HE IS KNOCKED OUT BY JOYCE IN THE ELEVENTH ROUND.
      Joyce in action against Parker in Manchester…Credit: PA
      Round Ten…
      Parker looks out on his feet, but then produces some big comeback shots it seems.
      Tyson Fury can be seen cheering on Joseph Parker, and they both look to be feeling the pace as we near the end of this one.
      Joyce is just peppering away at Parker where he can, and gets a good body shot on Parker.
      Joyce just not allowing his opponent a breather at the moment.
      Good work from Parker who gets some solid left hands in the end there.
      Round Nine…
      It seems Joyce now has a significant lead in this one.
      There is some quality work from Joe Parker, who gets a great uppercut on Joyce, but he returns it with interest!
      Parker is putting in a big effort in the ninth here.
      But Joyce is simply getting some big right hand shots.
      Round Eight…
      Joyce starts well, and Parker looks to be getting weaker and weaker.
      Joyce is really going for it with relentless pressure now, he will not take a backwards step.
      Parker does pretty well to try and come back, but he really cannot get at Joyce now.
      The relentlessness of the juggernaut is being shown here in the eighth round.
      Huge credit to Parker who is still there despite a cut on his face.
      A great round.
      Round Seven…
      The jab has been key for Joyce tonight, who has had the ‘perfect fight’ so far according to David Haye.
      Everything is bouncing off Joyce’s head at the moment.
      A good right hand from Parker early in the seventh round.
      Joyce keeps on coming…
      A good jab from Joyce is followed by a right cross.
      Parker looks like the one who is struggling, but then he comes back with a few good shots of his own and seems to spring into action.
      A good spell from Joe Joyce, who is taking a few more risks now.
      Parker goes back to the ropes, and the bell comes not a moment too soon for him, as his right eye looks damaged.
      Round Six…
      Joyce is landing more, harder punches at this stage, and he looks to be the more intelligent fighter at this point.
      Joyce keeps ploughing forward here, and looks physically the stronger man.
      A few good shots from Parker, but he gets caught with a short right uppercut from Joyce.
      A dominant three minutes from Joyce there.
      Round Five…
      It’s all Joyce in that one, as he looks to be in control.
      What a fight we have on our hands, as Parker shows that he has that right hook on him!
      That one must be in favour of Joyce.
      Round Four…
      It’s two rounds to one in favour of Joyce for us right now.
      Parker gets a very low punch in on Joyce.
      Clever boxing on the outside from Joyce, who is respectful of Parker’s power, and knows that the right hand of Parker can cause serious damage.
      It’s not really been emphatic one way or the other so far.
      A great right hand from Parker, but what a chin from Joyce, he just takes it and carries on. That landed plush.
      The quality shots in that one were from Parker.
      Round Three…
      Parker looks like he is waiting for a big right hand over the top, but Joyce does really well and gets a good right and left.
      Joyce just keeps on coming and Parker looks really hurt as Joyce senses blood.
      Joyce really looking strong here and showing his power to Parker.
      A good uppercut comes back from Parker.
      A few big body shots from Parker and another uppercut, but Joyce comes back.
      This one is really warming up as we end the third round with a big right hand from Parker!
      Round Two…
      Both sides land some solid shots mid-round as we have another close round.
      Joyce looked to settle into that one a bit more, Parker has some blood around his nose and his corner tell him to finish the rounds strong, as they are so close.
      Round One…
      The feeling was that Parker was likely to start fast, and they are just feeling each other out in the early stages…
      A nice jab from Joyce early in the round, followed by some decent body shots from Parker.
      Parker gets a big right hand late on.
      Three minutes over, they both had moments of success but Parker maybe just did enough to win that first round.
      Here we go…
      They are out and ready for their official introductions.
      Here we go!
      The big one up next!
      Up next we have your main event.
      Joe Joyce vs Joseph Parker.
      This will be explosive.
      Let’s get ready to rumble!
      Serrano speaks out…
      “She was tough, I think all women are tough
      “She knew who she was up against, she gave me a fight.
      “I want the last piece in the puzzle, to become undisputed, and then the rematch with Katie Taylor.”
      I want the last piece in the puzzle, to become undisputed, and then the rematch with Katie Taylor.”Amanda Serrano
      Amanda Serrano is the winner!
      It was a dominant, confident performance from Serrano, who is deserving of the win for sure.
      Huge credit goes to Mahfoud, who will come away with heaps of pride after that fight.
      She wins it by unanimous decision.
      It could be Katie Taylor again next, but we will wait and see…
      Round Ten…
      Much better from Mahfoud, Serrano looks a bit stunned from one of those punches.
      This has been a fantastic fight as we draw towards the final bell.
      Serrano looks to come on strong in the final few seconds, Mahfoud has been good again this round.
      The fight comes to a close, and there is a great show of sportsmanship from both fighters, as well as a round of applause from the referee.
      Round Nine…
      Great combination from Mahfoud, who was excellent in that round.
      She has given a good account of herself in the second half of the fight, as Serrano seems to do her work and then sit back a bit more.
      She needs to go for a knockout if she is going to win this it seems…
      Round Eight…
      Serrano is looking comfortable at the end of this one, and tries to bring the uppercut through.
      A few good shots from Mahfoud in this round, and it begs the question, if she had a bit more belief early on then this could be a closer fight than it is now.
      Round Seven…
      Serrano is back into her groove in this round it seems, the last round could be a decision to have a bit of a rest and come back stronger.
      That is a clear round in favour of Serrano.
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      Joe Joyce becomes first man to stop Joseph Parker with stunning KO in heavyweight thriller to secure title shot

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      JOE JOYCE scored a stunning KO win over Joseph Parker after breaking his nose and spirit in a bloodbath of a fight.The Rio 2016 silver winner took another step toward a world title shot by pummelling and slashing cuts and wounds into his courageous opponent and finishing in spectacular style in the eleventh.
      Joe Joyce knocked Joseph Parker out with a left hookCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Joseph Parker was knocked out in round 11Credit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Joyce, who turned 37 on Monday is an infamously slow starter, was not at the races early again in Manchester.
      The 30-year-old Parker tagged him a with a range of different shots, to head and body, and took the opening round.
      The Putney Juggernaut was on the front foot and took control of the centre of the ring.
      But former WBO world champ Parker peppered him with a handful of jabs, a decent right hand and couple of left hooks.
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      Joyce woke up for the second and made a bloody mess of Parker’s nose.
      The Samoan was whacking away at the Londoner’s ribs as much as he could but Joyce has freakish resilience.
      Parker looked shattered and stunned in the third, one Joyce dig sent a stream of his blood spewing onto the ringside photographers.
      But then he battled back into the round with a handful of flush shots that Joyce somehow shook off like they were nothing.
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      Parker scored with two cracking right hands in the fourth too, but Joyce didn’t even wince.
      Somehow he shipped the shots and just carried on marching forward and throwing his own.
      It must have been soul destroying to have all his best punches getting brushed off.
      Joyce raced out for the sixth and smashed a right hand straight onto Parker’s broken nose.
      The Kiwi was struggling to breath through his nostrils and having to gasp for air through his mouth.
      Parker suffered a bad cut on the corner of his right eye in the seventh when he simply could not escape Joyce’s relentless abuse.
      Putney Juggernaut was on the front foot and took control of the centre of the ring.Credit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Joyce was still getting punched back but he was overpowering and exhasutering ParkerCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Joseph Parker was left badly cutCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Team Parker did their best to close the gash but the first punch of the eighth ripped it open again and the claret was like a red rag to a raging bull.
      Joyce was still getting punched back but he was overpowering and exhausting Parker in every clinch and slashing away at his head and body.
      Joyce’s white tasseled shorts were pink by the end of the ninth and – while Parker looked like he had been ambushed by a gang of thugs – Joyce still looked fresh as a daisy, despite getting hit with dozens of big shots.
      Parker looked finished in the tenth too but then dug so deep to land five left hooks right on the bell.
      It was all action, thrilling stuff but only Joyce looked capable of scoring the late stoppage thanks to his super-human chin.
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      Then Joyce detonated a stunning left hook that sent Parker stumbling backwards and down to the canvas.
      The brilliantly brave warrior beat the count but referee Steve Gray expertly waved the bout off to save him from any more damage.
      Joe Joyce celebrates knocking Joseph Parker outCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
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      ‘Let’s make the fight happen’ – Watch Jake Paul and Tommy Fury agree to reschedule celeb grudge match for THIRD time

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      JAKE PAUL and Tommy Fury agreed to reschedule their grudge match for a THIRD time. Paul-promoted women’s champion Amanda Serrano was in action defending her featherweight titles against Sarah Mahfoud in Manchester on Saturday night.
      Jake Paul and Tommy Fury agreed to reschedule their grudge match for a third time
      And Fury was in attendance at the AO Arena to support his training partner Joseph Parker, headlining against Joe Joyce.
      The Love Islander visited Serrano and Paul’s manager Nakisa Bidarian in their changing room.
      And it was there where Fury called the YouTuber-turned-boxer on FaceTime to finally get their fight on.
      Paul, 25, was heard saying: “Tommy, lets make the fight happen buddy. Let’s make it happen.”
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      Fury, 23, responded: “I’ll see you soon.”
      The pair of celebrity fighting rivals first signed to fight in December 2021.
      At the time, Paul had beaten fellow YouTuber “AnEsonGib”, ex-NBA star Nate Robinson as well as former UFC pair Ben Askren and Tyron Woodley.
      But Fury pulled out of the bout after suffering a broken rib in training with Woodley replacing him for a rematch, losing by knockout.
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      The pair then tried again this August, but the British light-heavyweight was withdrawn amid a US visa issue.
      Paul now returns on October 29 in Arizona against UFC legend Anderson Silva, 47.
      The Brazilian will be his first opponent with a prior boxing record having had four wins and one loss in the ring.
      Fury is yet to return since beating Daniel Bocianski in April.
      Jake Paul and Tommy Fury clashing in 2021Credit: BT Sport More

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      Floyd Mayweather vs Mikuru Asakura: UK start time, live stream, TV channel, undercard for Money’s Japan clash

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      FLOYD MAYWEATHER makes his return to the ring in another money-spinning bout against Japanese MMA fighter Mikuru Asakura. The 50-0 retired boxer hasn’t been in the ring since a clash with sparring partner Don Moore in May.
      Floyd Mayweather will face Mikuru Asakura at the Super Saitama ArenaCredit: Not known, clear with picture desk
      Floyd Mayweather is undefeated as a professional boxer and has a 50-0 recordCredit: Getty
      Mayweather also fought Logan Paul in a bout which earned him millions of dollars last summer.
      His clash against Asakura will be his first against an MMA fighter since his win over Tenshin Nasukawa in 2018.
      Mayweather has also been rumoured to be in negotiations with KSI’s brother Deji for another exhibition later this year.
      But first he must get through 28-year-old Rizin star Asakura.

      When is Mayweather vs Asakura?

      Mayweather’s clash against Asakura will take place on Sunday, September 25.
      The fight will be held at the Super Saitama Arena in Saitama, Japan.
      The arena is set to welcome 37,000 fans for the mega event.
      The ring-walks will begin at 4am UK time on Sunday, September 25.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Mayweather vs Asakura will be shown live on Fite TV PPV in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the Fite TV app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      It costs £19.99 to watch the event in the UK.

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      What has been said?
      Mayweather said: “My legacy is already engraved in stone.
      “But it’s still great just to go around the world and entertain people from all walks of life.
      “I’m pretty sure he’s gonna come out and give his best, like any and every guy, but I’ve seen every style, so, my job is just to go out there, be me, have fun and do what I do best.
      “September we’re going to have fun and entertain people. I’m Floyd Mayweather to him. He’s just another opponent to me.”
      Asakura said: “I’m an MMA fighter but I’m going to use this opportunity and I’m going to use him to raise my name and my value internationally. I will win this fight.” More

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      Boxer Nathan Heaney suffers horror cut above eye after headbutt on undercard of Joe Joyce vs Joseph Parker

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      NATHAN HEANEY suffered a HORROR eye cut in his title fight with Jack Flatley… but emerged victorious on the premature scorecards. The middleweight had helped pack out the Manchester Arena with Potters fans but they were gutted the action ended prematurely.
      Nathan Heaney suffered a horror eye cut in his title fight with Jack FlatleyCredit: Reuters
      And they were anxious about their man suffering his first pro defeat when they had to wait for the scorecards.
      After pretty even action, an accidental clash of heads opened up a grizzly deep wound above Heaney’s right eye and the ringside doctor advised referee Steve Gray to wave off the bout.
      And the judges scorecards after the five rounds read 49-46, 49-46 and 50-45, handing him his 16th pro win.
      Heaney’s team managed to stem the flow of blood but he’s certain to need stitches on the horrible wound.
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      And hopefully the injury does not delay the making of his dream fight at the Bet365 stadium further down the line.
      Former heavyweight champion David Haye accused Flatley of trying to deliberately sink his head into Heaney.
      Haye said: “Flatley led with his head.
      “He came in with his head, I can’t say he was trying to headbutt him but his body language was moving over his head over his front foot.
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      “He leads in, he jumps in with it, I don’t think he looked like he was trying to land a jab.
      “That to me looked like he tried to headbutt him. Personally. That’s how it looked to me.”
      The bout was part of the undercard ahead of Joe Joyce’s heavyweight fight with Joseph Parker.
      Nathan Heaney celebrates victory after defeating Jack FlatleyCredit: Getty More