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      Tyson Fury’s promoter says Usyk fight WILL be made and tells Anthony Joshua he can still have shot at Gypsy King

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      AN undisputed heavyweight fight WILL take place between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk, promoter Frank Warren has revealed.Usyk, 35, defeated Anthony Joshua by split decision in Saudi Arabia on Saturday night in a repeat of his win over the Brit 11 months earlier.
      Fury revealed at the weekend that he is open to fighting UsykCredit: PA
      Usyk beat Joshua for a second time in 11 months in Saudi Arabia on Saturday nightCredit: EPA
      The victory paves the way for a mouth-watering clash with WBC champion Fury – who confirmed at the weekend that he is open to coming out of retirement for the Usyk bout.
      And Warren, who has promoted Fury since his comeback in 2018, insists the clash with the Ukrainian will be made.
      Speaking to the BBC, he said: “He and Usyk would be a really good fight.
      “It’s a fight that I think will be made because both teams would like to see that happen.
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      “Usyk said after the fight that it’s the only fight he’s interested in, and it’s certainly the same case with Tyson.
      “It’s just a matter of where it will generate the most income because it’s a unique fight, a historic fight.
      “It’s the first time for God knows how long that the four belts are on the line.
      “Both fighters are undefeated. The whole world of boxing will be captivated by this fight.”
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      Warren also claimed that Joshua can still earn a shot against Fury, providing he bounces back from the two losses to Usyk.
      He added: “If AJ manages to get a couple of wins under his belt – and I believe Tyson will beat Usyk – that may be a fight to be made.
      “But AJ’s got to re-establish himself before you can even think about fights like that.”

      Both Fury and Usyk are undefeated as professionals – Fury in 33 bouts and Usyk in 20.
      Meanwhile, Joshua now has three defeats on his record – the two losses to Usyk coming after Andy Ruiz Jr stunned the world by KOing him back in 2019. More

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      Fans in for festive feast of sport with World Cup final, Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk & Premier League Boxing Day return

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      SPORT fans are set for a festive treat this December with a bumper schedule of incredible events in the works.SunSport reported today that Tyson Fury could come out of retirement to fight Oleksandr Usyk in a huge heavyweight unification bout on December 17.
      Tyson Fury could be set for a December 17 return to actionCredit: Getty
      Harry Kane and Co will be chasing World Cup gloryCredit: Getty
      The “retired” Gypsy King wants to return in a £125million showdown with Anthony Joshua’s conqueror Usyk.
      Fury and Usyk could throw down in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – meaning a likely prime time slot for UK fans.
      On Saturday night the Gypsy King, 34, declared: “England has been relieved of its belts but there is a remedy.
      “If you want those belts back then send in the Gypsy barbarian.”
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      He then bellowed “It’s going to be very expensive, so get your f***ing cheque book out” – before labelling Usyk and Joshua’s title fight as “s***e”.
      Less than 24 hours later, fans will be able to feast on another festive treat – the 2022 Fifa World Cup final.
      The last two teams standing will face off in Lusail, Qatar at 3pm UK time on December 18 for the honour of being crowned champions of the world.
      Three Lions fans will hope that Harry Kane and Co can follow a Tyson Fury triumph on what could be a huge sporting weekend for England.
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      Incredibly, English domestic football will be back just TWO DAYS later.
      The League Cup quarter-finals are set to take place during the week commencing December 19.
      Fans may well still be nursing their World Cup final hangovers when their teams resume their quests for Wembley League Cup glory.
      The Prem will then return on a bumper Boxing Day of action.
      Manchester United are set to host Nottingham Forest, with champions City heading to Leeds.
      Tottenham will make the trip across London to face Brentford, while Chelsea are set to host Bournemouth.
      Meanwhile, Arsenal host David Moyes’ West Ham – with Liverpool travelling to Aston Villa.
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      Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk: Date, TV channel, everything we know so far about undisputed title fight

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      TYSON FURY and Oleksandr Usyk finally look set to clash, with both their paths to the undisputed heavyweight titles cleared of any challengers. Usyk defeated Anthony Joshua for the second time last weekend to retain his WBA, WBO and IBF titles, picking up the Ring Magazine belt in the process.
      Usyk beat Joshua via split decision in their Jeddah clash on August 20
      Fury knocked out Whyte in front of 94,000 fans at Wembley in AprilCredit: Getty
      Fury is the WBC champ and is coming off three huge consecutive stoppage wins himself.
      The Gypsy King beat Deontay Wilder via TKO in 2020 to claim the title, before knocking him out in their trilogy clash last year.
      Fury then overcame Dillian Whyte at Wembley Stadium, stopping him in the sixth round.
      With no mandatory challengers due, and all the belts in the hands of just two fighters, the undisputed clash looks finally set to happen.

      When is Fury vs Usyk going to take place?
      A date has yet to be confirmed for Fury’s potential undisputed clash with Usyk.
      But all signs look to be pointing at a December date.
      And the venue could be Saudi Arabia once again, with Riyadh being targeted.
      Talks are ongoing about hosting it on December 17 – the day before the World Cup Final in neighbouring Qatar.
      Saudi Sports Minister HRH Prince Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Saud confirmed the country was keen to stage the fight.
      “We’re interested, that’s all I can say. We are open to that. We’re bidding for a lot of events,” he said.
      “If it does happen, it will be hosted in Riyadh. But we still haven’t decided on anything.”
      What TV channel will it be on?
      Fury vs Usyk has yet to be confirmed, but a TV channel will be announced once the fight is signed.
      It’s extremely likely we’ll see the fight on BT Sport Box Office, where Fury’s last six fights have been shown.
      Queensberry Promotions and Top Rank are set to promote the mega-event.

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      What has been said?
      Fury said on Instagram in a now-deleted video: “England has been relieved of its belts but there is a remedy.
      “If you want those belts back then send in the Gypsy barbarian.
      “Send me in and I will relieve the Ukrainian dosser of his belts like I did the last Ukrainian dosser.
      “But it’s not going to be cheap, if you want the best you have to pay.
      “It’s going to be very expensive, so get your f***ing cheque book out and I will relieve the Ukrainian dosser of the belts.”
      Usyk put it simply after his win over Joshua – Fury and no-one else.
      “I’m sure that Tyson Fury is not retired yet. I’m sure, I’m convinced he wants to fight me,” he said.
      “I want to fight him and if I’m not fighting Tyson Fury, I’m not fighting at all.” More

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      Tyson Fury insists if he can beat Oleksandr Usyk he can achieve dream of becoming psychologist when he retires

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      Tyson Fury plans to do a Masters degree in psychology – but only after he has unified the heavyweight division.The Gypsy King announced his retirement from boxing after beating Deontay Wilder in their trilogy fight.
      Tyson Fury has come out of retirement after Oleksandr Usyk’s win over Anthony JoshuaCredit: PA:Press Association
      But he seemingly has confirmed he’ll come out of retirement to fight ‘Ukrainian dosser’ Oleksandr Usyk.
      Usyk beat Anthony Joshua for a second time in Saudi Arabia this weekend and is now in line for a unification bout with Fury.
      Fury previously claimed that he will become a psychologist once he has achieved everything he aims to in the ring.
      Speaking in 2020, the Gypsy King said: “When I was a child I dreamed of being the heavyweight champion of the world and everybody said to me, ‘that won’t happen, that won’t happen, that won’t happen’.
      “They were called dream killers. There’s plenty of dream killers out there, even today they are still trying to crush my dreams.
      “I have dreams of becoming a doctor, a psychologist. I want to get a Masters degree in psychology after I finish boxing.
      “If I can achieve becoming the heavyweight undefeated, undisputed champion of the world from a child then I can achieve becoming a psychologist and getting a Masters degree.
      “Anything is possible.”
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      Fury has been very open about his own mental health issues that derailed his career after his win over Wladimir Klitschko.
      The 6ft 9in powerhouse ballooned up to 27stone during his battle against depression, alcohol and drug abuse.
      But he proved to his fans that anything is possible as he bounced back to claim his spot at the top of heavyweight boxing.
      He now holds the WBC title after beating Deontay Wilder twice.
      And he’s aiming to add the rest of the belts to his collection that Usyk currently holds. More

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      Ebanie Bridges fuels speculation she and Kell Brook are dating as she says boxer ‘split with wife more than a year ago’

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      AUSTRALIAN boxer Ebanie Bridges has sensationally claimed that Kell Brook has split with wife Lindsey Myers as she fuelled a romance with the Sheffield icon.The 35-year-old watched Anthony Joshua’s rematch with Oleksandr Usyk on Saturday with the ex-IBF welterweight champion.
      Ebanie Bridges has taken to Twitter where she has declared Kell Brook has split with wife Lindsey MyersCredit: https://www.instagram.com/ebanie_bridges/
      Australian boxer Bridges has fuelled speculation of a romance with BrookCredit: https://twitter.com/EbanieBridges
      Bridges posed for a picture alongside the retired boxer, where she joked about having children with him.
      The Sydney native then declared her eye-dropping outfit was picked out by Special K.
      And she has now hinted that she is dating the 36-year-old as she took to social media to respond to an account giving her abuse.
      Replying to the user’s claim that she gets involved with married men, Bridges tweeted: “Mate you don’t know s*** he split with her over a year ago.
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      “Stop acting like you know people’s personal lives haha move on brother. Go hate somewhere else.”
      Not much is known of Brook’s significant other Lindsey, keeping herself private away from her husband’s fame.
      Though it is known that the pair have three children, all daughters.
      Bridges then posted a picture of herself on Twitter on Monday morning with her cat, which she captioned: “Good morning.”
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      Her followers were quick to comment, as one cheekily commented: “Special K for brekkie?”
      To which Bridges responded with a laughing emoji.
      Another fan then joked: “Looks like sex hair too me big night I see.”
      Again Bridges entertained the message as she replied with the same emoji.
      One of her followers then stated: “Kel (sic) is one lucky bloke to wake up to this.”
      Failing to shut down the rumour, Bridges said: “Biting my tongue to make a p**** joke myself here.”
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      This user then quipped “Don’t tell Lyndsey (sic)” when Bridges announced Brook had chosen her outfit over the weekend.
      Bridges responded: “I’m sure she will be fine.” More

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      Tyson Fury’s cousin Rico Burton stabbed to death ‘after trying to act as peacemaker as group rowed over pub entry’

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      TYSON Fury’s cousin was acting as a peacemaker during a pub entry row before he was stabbed to death, a friend has claimed. Rico Burton died in a 3am “bloodbath” outside a bar in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, on Sunday.
      Tyson Fury’s cousin Rico Burton died on Sunday morningCredit: SUPPLIED
      The heavyweight boxing champion called on the government to do more to tackle knife crimeCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Police on the scene after the fatal stabbing in Altrincham, Greater ManchesterCredit: ASP
      The 31-year-old, a former junior boxer himself, is understood to have been out watching Anthony Joshua take on Oleksandr Usyk with friends before he was fatally attacked.
      Horrified revellers watched as a knife was plunged into his neck in the “senseless” and “unplanned” killing.
      Violence is said to have broken out as a separate group argued over gaining entry to a pub.
      According to pal and former coach Shaun Egan, Rico stepped in to break things up but the men turned on him.
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      Shaun, who coached Tyson’s cousin alongside his brother Steve at Jimmy Egan’s Boxing Academy in Manchester, told MailOnline: “From what I’ve heard it was just a bit of a scuffle.
      “Some other guys were trying to get into a club and they wouldn’t let them in.
      “The argument wasn’t with Rico, he was trying to calm it down.
      “It was settled, then suddenly the guy stabbed them. It is unbelievable, so senseless.”
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      A witness added: “A few men were arguing outside and then suddenly two men were on the ground.
      “It all happened so fast but no one knows what caused the fight.”
      Emergency services rushed to the scene in Goose Green and Rico was taken to hospital, but he died a short time later.
      A 17-year-old lad, believed to be a relative, remains in hospital with serious injuries.
      Police arrested a man, 21, at the scene on suspicion of murder before detaining a second, 20, later that morning on suspicion of causing grievous bodily harm with intent and murder.
      Greater Manchester Police Superintendent Ben Ewart described the attack as “spontaneous and unplanned”.
      He added: “This is without doubt a senseless attack and both victims should have returned home after enjoying a night out with friends.”
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      Tributes have flooded in for Rico, who friends describe as “a lovely lad” and “fantastic boxer”.
      Steve Egan, 60, chief coach at Jimmy Egan’s Boxing Academy, said he was “devastated” by the news.
      “He was an absolute talent,” he added. “He was such a nice lad, he was hardworking and had a great sense of humour.”
      And in a social media post on Sunday, Tyson called on the government to “bring higher sentencing for knife crime” after his cousin was “stabbed in the neck”.
      The heavyweight boxing champion wrote on Instagram: “My cousin was murdered last night, stabbed in the neck.
      “This is becoming ridiculous… idiots carry knives. This needs to stop.”
      He added: “ASAP, UK government needs to bring higher sentencing for knife crime.
      “It’s a pandemic and you don’t know how bad it is until one of your own.
      “Life is very precious and it can be taken away very quick. Enjoy every moment.”
      Rico’s death comes amid a wave of knife and gun violence across the UK.
      At least 11 people have been stabbed in England and Wales since last Monday.
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      Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper last night said: “Knife crime is destroying lives and devastating families.
      “This is yet another horrific killing on Britain’s streets. It is becoming a national crisis and we need urgent action before more lives are lost.”
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      Anthony Joshua’s Olympics coach blames cornermen for both world title defeats to Oleksandr Usyk

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA’S former Olympic coach has blamed the cornermen in BOTH the Brit’s world title losses to Oleksandr Usyk.AJ rose to prominence after he scooped gold at the London Olympics in 2012 with ex-coach Paul Walmsley by his side.
      AJ’s ex-Olympic coach Paul Walmsley reckons the Brit’s cornermen are to blame for both his losses to UsykCredit: Getty
      Walmsley made his thoughts known after AJ was defeated by Usyk for the second time on SaturdayCredit: AFP
      AJ swapped long term cornerman McCracken for Garcia ahead of the bout – but their both as bad as each other – Walmsley believesCredit: Getty
      No-nonsense Walmsley, who previously revealed to thesportsman how he kept Joshua in line to attain the top gong, was amongst the millions of viewers who witnessed the Watford native’s split decision loss to Usyk on Saturday.
      And Walsmey reckons AJ’s defeat is down to who was in the Brit’s corner on both occasions he’s faced Usyk.
      He tweeted: “Big Josh let down by woeful cornermen in both fights.”
      When asked by a fan what he would’ve done differently if he was in AJ’s corner on the night, Walmsley responded in depth: “Front foot pressure, staying in front of him as he moves.
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      “Let his shots go as Usyk came in ( Josh has the longer reach) therefore more chance of landing. Also easier to control ring space and put pressure on Usyk
      “Josh kept pushing away as Usyk came in giving him more space to move.”
      Rob McCraken was by Joshua’s side when Usyk beat him the first time at White Hart Lane.
      He was replaced by American mastermind Robert Garcia ahead of the second fight – but to no avail.
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      And fans also felt Joshua’s corner played a part in his defeat as they told him he was winning after three rounds.
      In fairness – the judges had scored it in favour of AJ at that stage.
      But supporters felt Garcia’s overconfident outlook on the match led Joshua to take his foot off the gas.
      The slugfest could’ve had a different outcome if AJ went the extra mile as he eventually lost on two of the three judges’ scorecards.
      His frustration was clear to see after the bout that saw the Brit lose composure and deliver an F-bomb filled rant, plus throw Usyk’s belts out the ring. More

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      Oleksandr Usyk shows off two black eyes at airport after Anthony Joshua fight and carries emotional stuffed donkey toy

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      OLEKSANDR USYK was spotted at the airport leaving Saudi Arabia after defeating Anthony Joshua for the second time.The pair squared off in the Jeddah Super Dome in front of 40,000 supporters on Saturday night.
      Oleksandr Usyk was spotted at the airport sporting two black eyes after beating Anthony Joshua by a split decision in Saudi ArabiaCredit: Instagram @bigmazi
      But the Ukrainian was all smiles as he picked up his tickets with his toy donkey in towCredit: Instagram @bigmazi
      He was given the toy donkey by his daughter when they were separated due to the war between Ukraine and RussiaCredit: Instagram @bigmazi
      But Joshua’s hopes of avenging his first loss to Usyk were dashed as the Ukrainian emerged victorious due to a split decision.
      The Brit then marred Usyk’s celebration by taking two of his belts and dropping them outside the ring, before unleashing an expletive-laden tirade.
      Joshua’s fury turned into tears as he broke down whilst being questioned about the fight in a post-match interview.
      Usyk’s narrow 112-117 victory was behind Joshua’s shocking breakdown in the ring.
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      And Usyk’s heroics can be attributed to the lucky donkey that was given to him by his daughter Yelizaveta when they were separated due to the raging war between Ukraine and Russia.
      The Champ hasn’t let the teddy, in the form of Disney character Eeyore, whom he’s re-named Liolia – leave his sight ever since.
      Liolia was present during his victory over Joshua – and was right by his side again as he jetted out of the Middle Eastern region.
      The donkey’s head was seen poking out of Usyk’s Louis Vuitton rucksack while he collected his boarding pass from Turkish Airlines, in footage attained by Michael Benson.
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      Usyk was all smiles despite sporting two black eyes from the enthralling spectacle on the weekend.
      And when asked how he was feeling, he joked: “I am feel, I am very feel,” – in reference to the speech he made after beating Joshua in their first clash.
      Usyk and Liolia could now be gearing up to fight AJ’s British counterpart Tyson Fury.
      The 35-year-old demanded the Gyspy King comes out of retirement to face him in a spirited speech following his points win over AJ.
      However, fighting maybe the last thing on Fury’s mind right now after his cousin was tragically stabbed to death on the weekend. More