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    Watch crazy moment fighters pummel each other inside phone box in bizarre sport

    A RUSSIAN MMA promotion has introduced a bizarre new sport involving a phone booth.Footage of a recent bout shows two fighters inside a traditional red phone booth as they square up.A Russian MMA promotion has launched phone booth fighting as a bizarre new sportFighters pummelled each other during a frantic brawl in the tight boothThe pair can be seen frantically throwing punches in the tight space as the fight starts.Punches continue to be swung across the phone booth before one of the competitors slumps to the floor.An official immediately steps in to stop the fight by reaching through the window.The referee can be seen checking on the fighter after ending the bout before helping them to their feet and out of the phone booth.READ MORE IN BOXINGIt is the latest instance of a bizarre twist on combat sports following a crazy 2v2 brawl earlier this year.The fight went viral on social media after fans were left stunned as four mixed-martial artists faced off inside the octagon.All four fighters squared up for a single 10-minute round as part of the Dogfight Wild Tournament 2nd Impact in Spain back in February.The event also included a 3v1 contest as well as a No Rules bout in addition to the 2v2 brawl.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSeveral MMA and boxing promotions have also held 2v1 fights so far in 2024.Former World’s Strongest Man Eddie Hall pulled off a powerbomb and right hook combination to knockout one of his opponents back in June.Watch ‘insane’ 2v2 MMA brawl as two sets of fighters batter each other and fans ask ‘how is this real?’The retired strongman took on TikTok twins Jamil and Jamel Neffati on his MMA debut.Meanwhile, YouTube star KSI is set to make his return to the boxing ring in a 2v1 bout in Dublin next month. More

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    Derek Chisora’s nephew, 22, won’t let tragedy stop him making boxing debut alongside uncle on Joe Joyce undercard

    DEREK CHISORA and his nephew witnessed British boxing’s latest tragedy from ringside but will still fight together on Saturday night. In May, at the Harrow leisure centre, 29-year-old Sherif Lawal lost his life after suffering a brutal knockout in his professional debut.Derek Chisora has been in brilliant and bloody battles to secure better lives for his little girlsCredit: Richard Pelham / The SunSherif Lawal sadly died after losing his professional boxing debut in Harrow, LondonCredit: Philip SharkeyHampstead warhorse Chisora, 40, was ringside with 22-year-old Jermaine Dhliwayo when the tragedy struck, as the prospect and Lawal shared their St Pancras amateur gym.And on Saturday night Dhliwayo – an electrical apprentice – will make his own professional bow after a frank talk with his uncle, a no-nonsense veteran of 47 punishing pro fights.“I haven’t talked to him about it,” Chisora tried to tell SunSport ahead of his Saturday shootout with Joe Joyce. “I am nobody’s therapist!“I went to the hospital and I spoke to the British Boxing Board of Control, I went to visit the boy’s family and spoke to his mother.Read more in Boxing“I spoke to my nephew about it briefly, I asked him if he still wanted to fight, after seeing that.“He said he did so I told him ‘cool, go and do your thing’.“Formula 1 drivers go 200mph, they crash and they blow up.“We just love the game, it’s hard but we love it. I won’t lie to you, we love the game.”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnyone who loves the game will love Chisora, he has taken on almost every dangerous giant of his era.After foreign robberies against the likes of Robert Helenius and Kubrat Pulev – and violent stoppage losses against David Haye, Dillian Whyte and Tyson Fury – fight fans are rightfully worried about the fearless veteran.Moment Derek Chisora HEADBUTTS Deliveroo rider as row erupts outside restaurantThe Zimbabwe-born wildman – who used to kiss, slap, spit on and throw tables at rivals – is now a dedicated father of two daughters.And we are all starting to fear for his health and safety, especially in later life when he should be enjoying his retirement with Angelina and Harare.But the showman – who has bravely taken world champions Vitali Klitschko and Fury the distance in valiant losses – tells us NOT to worry about the price he has paid but more the lifestyle he has earned for his family.“Do not worry about me,” he said in an emotional chat. “Nobody anywhere needs to worry about me.“I am the last person in the world anyone needs to worry about.“Trust me, I am fine.“I know what I am doing, I know what I have done, I know where I will end up.“I prefer to keep my eye on everyone else.“I have put my girls through private schools, I have given them the best lives I could have wished for.”And what else is there to do after boxing? “You see all the great guys who finish boxing – maybe a bit too early – they end up depressed and they try to heal their depression with drink and drugs. “You have to be ready to walk away, you have to have a plan for afterwards and I am not ready yet. When I am ready you will know it.”Deliveroo headbuttChisora hit the headlines two weeks out from his Joyce battle for appearing to headbutt a Deliveroo driver in the street after an argument.Footage shared on social media suggests he acted in self defence after the fast-food rider threw the first punches.And SunSport understands Del Boy was angered that the electric bike was trying to zoom past children and pet dogs enjoying lunch on a narrow pedestrianised walkway.It was a rare reminder of his old days as the bad boy of British boxing and he insists having two little girls – who witnessed the fracas – to provide for and protect has helped to tame him.He explained: “I try to behave very well around my daughters at home, so they learn to behave that way outside of the home.“My daughters have grown up to become very kind, really kind. But they are vicious as well!”They have taken their kindness from their mum, they’re understanding and sharing and very calm. “They don’t have any violence in their lives. They are very good girls.“Having girls made me softer. But the beast in me is still there, when that switch goes, it goes.”Last danceChisora claims he will hang up his gloves after his 50th bout. After Joyce there will be a final trip to Manchester and his last dance will hopefully be back in Zimbabwe.It’s probably a few fights too late for Chisora to go out on a high but he will be sorely missed after giving everything to the sport.And despite his occasional madness, controversial comments, Nigel Farage friendship and trademark red MAGA hat, Chisora doesn’t seem to be leaving the hurt business with a single serious enemy.“I love everybody,” he said sincerely. “We are all somebody’s son. I don’t need aggro with anyone.READ MORE SUN STORIES“After a fight we go to see each other, we hug, we meet our families and that’s it.“Everyone is my friend, I have no beef with anybody. But, when it is fight time, I go.”Veteran fighter Chisora had an altercation with a fast food courier in HamsteadCredit: YouTube/CityBanterDel Boy struck up an unlikely friendship with politician Nigel FarageCredit: ReutersChisora also likes to wear a bright red hat with Donald Trump’s favourite mantra on the front More

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    Derek Chisora snubs Fury, Usyk and Klitschko as he names journeyman with three KOs as hardest puncher he’s faced

    DEREK CHISORA has named a heavyweight journeyman with 24 DEFEATS as the hardest puncher he has ever faced.Veteran Chisora, 40, is preparing for his 48th professional bout on Saturday night when he takes on British rival Joe Joyce at the O2.Derek Chisora has fought most of the best heavyweights in his eraCredit: PAChisora has named journeyman Paul Butlin as the hardest puncher he has facedCredit: RexThe Finchley-born fighter has never shied away from any opponent during his career, taking on almost all of the top names across different generations.They have included Tyson Fury three times, Vitali Klitschko, David Haye, Kubrat Pulev twice, Dillian Whyte twice, Carlos Takam, Oleksandr Usyk and Joseph Parker twice.Yet he did not name any of those when quizzed on the biggest puncher he has ever been in the ring with.That accolade goes to retired fighter Paul Butlin, 48, who hung up his gloves in 2016 with a record of 16 wins, 24 losses and one draw.READ MORE ON DEREK CHISORAChisora fought him back in January 2008 in his fourth pro fight and claimed a points victory over four rounds.Yet he now recounts the bout with Butlin, who stopped just four men during his career, as a rather harrowing one.Speaking to talkSPORT, Chisora said: “You remember this guy, Paul Butlin?”He hit me so hard I thought the referee needed to check his gloves.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I will never forget when he went boom, boom and I’m like ‘God man, somebody needs to check this guy’s gloves’.”I went back to the corner and Don [Charles] [Chisora’s former trainer] told me you need to move, you can’t stand there.Inside Tyson Fury’s Morecambe mansion”The guy was strong and he hit me with a body shot and I was like ‘Nah, I need to box this guy’.”Chisora has insisted he will fight twice more after the Joyce clash as he looks to reach 50 pro bouts.That is despite many in boxing urging him to stop as he has been in countless brutal match-ups during his career.He has won just two of his last six fights, but did have his hand raised last time out in a unanimous decision victory over Gerald Washington back in August.Inside the Gypsy King’s royal courtTYSON FURY is one of the biggest characters in sport. More

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    Apollonia Llewellyn shows off major underboob as fans fall in love with ‘sexy and stunning’ boxing ring girl

    BOXING ring girl Apollonia Llewellyn has stunned fans by showing off her underboob in a revealing blue dress.Also known as “Barbi”, the glamorous influencer does not hold back when it comes to sharing photos and videos on social media.Apollonia LlewellynCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia LlewellynCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia’s online presence has seen her attract almost 600,000 followers on Instagram.And her latest set of images saw her posing in front of the London skyline in an eye-catching blue and black dress.Reacting to the snaps, one fan said: “Absolutely beautiful ❤️🔥.”While another added: “So sexy and stunning 😍😍😍😍.”READ MORE ON APOLLONIAA third simply replied: “OBSESSED.”And a fourth responded: “Looking absolutely gorgeous and stunningly beautiful ❤️❤️❤️❤️.”As of last year, Apollonia has been dating non-league footballer Jai Rowe.The 22-year-old, who previously played in the Football League for Scunthorpe United, now lines up for National League North club Boston United.Most read in BoxingThe pair enjoyed a Christmas break together to New York, with Apollonia sharing several photos from their trip to the Big Apple.But it is the Oakwell Stadium where Apollonia’s heart really lies.Apollonia Llewellyn dubbed ‘the hottest woman on earth’ as she shares series of busty snaps from incredible holiday Back in May, she was spotted cheering on Barnsley in their play-off semi-final against Bolton.The 24-year-old first shot to prominence working as a ring girl on a Misfits Boxing show.But now she is making waves as an influencer – although she did risk an Instagram ban by wearing a tiny white top during a trip to New York last year.Inside Apollonia’s glamorous life as influencer, ring girl and model …Apollonia burst out of this tiny silver bikini as she drank her ‘morning juice’Credit: INSTAGRAMConor McGregor was among 8,000 fans who enjoyed this see-through lacy outfitCredit: INSTAGRAMThousands of Apollonia’s fans enjoyed the view on the ring girl’s holiday to New YorkCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia braved the snow in the Lake DistrictCredit: InstagramApollonia really enjoyed this bowl of pasta on her summer holiday to SantoriniCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia invited fans to ‘sit and stare’ at this picture, and thousands took her up on the invitationCredit: INSTAGRAMFans were worried Apollonia’s top had shrunk in the wash as she enjoyed this hearty breakfastCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia’s followers were in awe of the stunner’s new hairdo as she wowed in a tiny yellow bikiniCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia sent a cheeky message to her fans as she posed in this glamorous see-through numberCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia told fans ‘no caption needed’ as she squeezed into this skin-tight see-through playsuitCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia revealed he ‘idea of happiness’ is being ‘wind swept on the beach’ with this busty snapCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia left very little to the imagination as she ‘brightened fans’ Mondays’ in a skimpy wet T-shirtCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia shot to recognition as a member of the Misfits Boxing fight night teamShe has garnered her a huge social media presenceCredit: INSTAGRAM @apolloniallewellynApollonia has over 570,000 Instagram followersCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynShe has turned down a staggering £100,000 to pose nude beforeCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynThe model insisted she isn’t money-orientedCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia shows off her jet setting lifestyle onlineCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynShe also holidayed in New YorkCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia is no stranger to a bikini pictureCredit: INSTAGRAM @apolloniallewellynShe has built a huge following on social mediaCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia works as a model alongside her social fameCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn More

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    Derek Chisora, 40, is one of boxing’s most likeable men with stunning CV, but I really hope he ‘does a Joe Biden’

    DEREK CHISORA, at the age of 40, perhaps would have been much wiser if he had done a Joe Biden a couple of years ago and quit the heavyweight race.The perfect time would have been immediately after Tyson Fury had given him a terrible ten-round belting in 2022.Gutsy Derek Chisora has fought almost every present-day boxing icon there is to fightCredit: PABut SunSport’s Colin Hart claims he should have retired after his loss to Tyson FuryCredit: ReutersJoe Joyce is the 40-year-old’s next opponentCredit: PAIt was another brutal defeat, one of 13 for Chisora in his riotous 17-year, 47-fight career.He has endured a total of 135 torrid rounds against a mob of savage punchers.They include Vitali and Wladimir Klitschko, Fury (twice), Joseph Parker (twice), Kubrat Pulev (twice), David Haye and Oleksandr Usyk.Zimbabwe-born Chisora has been one of the most successful, courageous and colourful characters to have graced British rings.READ MORE IN BOXINGHe has won British, Commonwealth and European titles and been a two-time world championship challenger.When I told Chisora he should think seriously about hanging up his gloves, he said he would think about it.It must have been a fleeting thought because Del Boy is still at it.And, no doubt to the delight of his huge ringside following — who don’t take the punches — he tangles with Joe Joyce at London’s O2 Arena on Saturday.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSDerek said: “I listen to nobody — I’m my own boss. I make my own decisions and I do what I want to do.“I only care to bring enjoyment to those hard-working people in this beautiful nation of ours.”Jarrell Miller flips off AJ’s friend Derek Chisora after media workout in Riyadh as AJ feud continuesChisora is an enigma and a maverick, and the fans love him.He is a one-man soap opera, never far from chaos and controversy.Chisora has received a suspended sentence for assaulting a girlfriend and bitten an opponent.He slapped Vitali Klitschko’s face at their weigh-in in Munich and was arrested by German police for brawling with Haye after the fight.He was also banned for throwing a table at Dillian Whyte before their bout.Only last week he took his two daughters to lunch in Hampstead — and head-butted a motorbike delivery rider who was insane enough to attack him after a row outside the restaurant.If this makes Chisora sound like an ogre, nothing could be further from the truth.This religious, devoted father is liked by everyone who meets him.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe has fully earned the rapturous ovation he’s bound to receive when he makes his ring walk.But I sincerely hope that, win, lose or draw against Joyce, he has the sense to make it his last. More

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    Oleksandr Usyk in snub to Anthony Joshua as Ukrainian reveals strongest and weakest British opponents

    OLEKSANDR USYK has snubbed Anthony Joshua when deciding who has the best attributes out of the opponents he has faced.The undisputed world champion named the likes of Derek Chisora and Tony Bellew during his quizzing.Oleksandr Usyk snubbed Anthony Joshua when picking the best attributes amongst British boxersCredit: GettyThe Ukrainian named Tyson Fury as the toughest opponent he has playedCredit: PAUsyk, 37, has fought 21 opponents at professional level, and has won all 22 of the fights he has had.His bouts cover the cruiserweight and heavyweight division, with his most recent the win over Tyson Fury to become the undisputed heavyweight champion.Usyk named that contest as the most difficult he has had, with Fury taking him to the final bell.The Ukrainian bossed the majority of that fight and secured a knock down, but admitted Fury has the best defence of any boxer he has faced.READ MORE IN BOXINGHe was asked which Brit had the best attribute for multiple categories, and picked Chisora as the hardest puncher he has faced over Joshua.Usyk overlooked Joshua for another category he should have been a shoo-in for – speed.Tony Bellew was Usyk’s pick for that category, as he was best footwork.While Usyk named Fury for best boxing IQ and at least chose not to pick Joshua for the easiest fight category – that dishonour went to Joe Joyce who he beat before turning professional.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSUsyk found Tyson Fury was his toughest opponentSunSport understands Usyk is set to watch two of his former opponents in action when Chisora takes on Joyce.The Gyspy King is also expected to be in attendance which means the heavyweight duo could come face to face for the first time since their fight in May.Everything we know about Fury-Usyk 2 More

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    Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk could come face-to-face for first time since world title fight at Joyce vs Chisora

    TYSON FURY and Oleksandr Usyk could come nose-to-nose on Saturday night in London.The heavyweight pair last saw and brutalised each other on May 18 in Saudi Arabia where the 37-year-old Ukraine icon became the undisputed world champion following a magnificent battle.Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk could both be in London at the O2 on SaturdayCredit: GettyFrank Warren revealed they could face off for the first time since their undisputed title fightCredit: GettyThe rematch is signed for December 21, back in Riyadh, but the giant duo are on course to collide at the O2 as fans watching the bout between Derek Chisora and Joe Joyce.Usyk beat Joyce in the amateurs and Chisora in the pros, while 35-year-old Fury has sparred hundreds of rounds with the Putney Juggernaut and beaten Del Boy three times.Crimea king Usyk is guaranteed to be ringside in Greenwich, popping over from Paris where he is helping the Ukraine national boxing team at the Olympics.And Fury is in talks to travel down from Morecambe after returning from a well-earned family holiday.READ MORE IN BOXINGPromoter Frank Warren told SunSport: “I spoke to Tyson this morning, he has just come back from a great time on holiday with all of the kids.“Tyson might come down to the fight on Saturday night – and Usyk is definitely coming as well as he is just over the Channel at the Olympics.“I spoke to Tyson and he said he will try to come down, he definitely wants to.”But with all those kids – and another one on the way – he has to use his time away from fights and camp to be a father and husband.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFury wasted the opening three rounds, showboating when he should have been taking advantage of Usyk being a slow starter.But the 6ft 9in Morecambe master was sensational between rounds four and seven, slashing uppercuts and hooks into the gap-toothed southpaw.Tyson Fury’s fortune soars – with more huge pay days to comeBut he had his nose shattered in round eight and was battered all over the ring, and down to the canvas, in round nine and lost a split decision.In the aftermath, Team Fury’s corner work was analysed and the overbearing influence of dad John was a disaster, as he yelled over experienced and respected trainers Andy Lee and Sugarhill Steward.Thankfully Warren suggests that the debacle will not be repeated.“He knows he has to sort a couple of things out,” the Queensberry boss said. “And they will get sorted out.“If he repeats what he did in the middle rounds, he will stop Usyk.“I went in both dressing rooms afterwards and – hand on my heart – I could see the difference in the damage and Tyson was far better off.“Tyson caught him with so many shots and then Usyk caught him on the nose but Usyk was bashed up afterwards.“Tyson does like to showboat – I wish he wouldn’t – but it’s part of his style and nature, he’s a showman and he won’t change at 35.“They need to sort out the corner, they only need one voice, not ‘voices’.”London 2012 golden boy and former undisputed cruiserweight boss Usyk explained why he enjoyed UK trips so much.The undefeated genius said: “I love UK fans because a lot of UK fans understand boxing.”I have a big story with UK fighters, Joe Joyce, Tony Bellew, Derek Chisora, Anthony Joshua, Daniel Dubois, Tyson Fury. But I love UK fans, the country.READ MORE SUN STORIES”This is just sport, we are all a community, I respect these guys, I message them on Instagram.”They’re my rivals, but we’re friends.”Inside the Gypsy King’s royal courtTYSON FURY is one of the biggest characters in sport. More

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    Tyson Fury makes controversial decision ahead of Oleksandr Usyk rematch as he looks to win back world titles

    TYSON FURY has controversially agreed to keep dad John as part of his corner team for the Oleksandr Usyk rematch.The Gypsy King, 35, suffered his first professional defeat at the hands of the slick Ukrainian as he was beaten by split decision in their undisputed clash in Saudi Arabia two months ago.Oleksandr Usyk beat Tyson Fury by split decision in their undisputed clash in MayCredit: GettyFury’s corner was criticised for the advice given to their fighterCredit: AFPBut dad John will remain in his son’s corner for the Usyk rematchCredit: PAFury and Usyk, 37, will meet again for a second time when they run things back in the Middle East on December 21.In the wake of the first fight, the likes of Carl Froch and Fury’s uncle Peter criticised the advice from the corner.Trainer SugarHill Steward, assistant Andy Lee and dad John were all offering their opinion to Fury in between rounds.Father John was at the centre of this criticism, but Tyson does not seem to have listened.READ MORE IN BOXINGAccording to iFL TV, Fury’s manager, Spencer Brown, has confirmed the same three men will work the corner for the rematch.Fury Sr had already raised eyebrows earlier in fight week when he headbutted a member of Usyk’s team and left himself covered in blood.Then he was slammed in the wake of his son’s defeat as former British world champion Froch took aim at his corner work.He told talkSPORT: “When you’ve got three people – including Big John Fury the fighting man – when you’ve got him in the corner shouting and screaming at you while you’ve got two other people giving you advice, that means you’re listening to absolutely nobody.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I thought that was terrible and really unprofessional in his corner. It was bad.”And uncle Peter, who previously trained Tyson, told October Red: “There should only be one man in the corner, there shouldn’t be three or four.Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois on track to break Tyson Fury’s stunning record at world title fight “Some are too emotional in the corner and some are giving the wrong advice.”I think the only one that spoke a little bit of sense in the last dying stretch of it was SugarHill, who said ‘put it on him’.”When you go into fights, it doesn’t matter who it is, it could be a family member, but you’ve got to give precise clear information, and the thing I always say to the fighter is, ‘Are you listening, do you understand what I’ve just told you to do?’”There were too many people, but maybe Tyson wants that? I don’t know, it’s been years since dealing with me.”I don’t know what the situation is but clearly for me the game plan was wrong and only one should be speaking.”How can you listen to all that? It’s going a bit panicky and it’s all over the place.”Usyk edged Fury in Saudi Arabia and was shown to be superior by the punch stats More