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      Tyson Fury reveals ‘problem’ that saw him lose to Oleksandr Usyk in fight that was ‘a lot easier than I thought’

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      TYSON FURY has admitted his showboating cost him the Oleksandr Usyk undisputed fight.Ukraine’s 37-year-old southpaw mastermind has a habit of losing the early rounds, as he works out his opponent, just ask Derek Chisora and Tony Bellew who both raced into leads against him.Tyson Fury admitted his showboating cost him the Oleksandr Usyk undisputed fightCredit: ReutersBut instead of using his 3st and 6in height advantages to bully Usyk from the off, Fury played up to the Riyadh crowd and didn’t bank the beginning clearly.Rounds four to seven were a huge success for the 35-year-old Morecambe giant, who battered Usyk with uppercuts and hooks to the body.But his world flipped over in round eight when his nose was smashed with a left hand and in the ninth he was flattened and showed superhuman strength – once again – to drag his giant frame off the floor and finish another iconic fight.Fury’s fame-hungry father John rightly bore the brunt of the blame for his son losing the split decision – after shouting over trainers Sugarhill Steward and Andy Lee in the corner and telling his son to throw light punches and coast along in the final couple of rounds.READ MORE IN BOXINGBut the rebuilding former WBC boss, who gets a revenge mission on December 21, accepts FOOL responsibility for playing the class clown.“I thought I boxed his head right off him for most of the rounds,” he told his Furocity drinks firm.“He landed a good punch in round reight, that busted my nose. In round nine he had a 10-8 round, and I gave him round ten.“Other than that I didn’t give him any other rounds, I gave him rounds eight, nine and ten. Most read in BoxingInside the Gypsy King’s royal courtTYSON FURY is one of the biggest characters in sport.

      CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”But round nine is classed as two, so I gave him four rounds of the fight. It was actually a lot easier than I thought it would be, a lot easier.“People were saying he is a hard man to hit but I was lighting him up with three-and-four-punch combinations and laughing at him.Tyson Fury says ‘I’m still good looking’ as he laughs off boozy night out in pub that saw him fall on his face “My problem in that fight was that it was probably too easy.“At times it was too easy, it was like I was in there with a local amateur boxer and I was enjoying it too much and messing around.”And for that I paid the ultimate price in round nine when I had too much fun and got clipped.“I was always told ‘never mix your work with having fun’ and I always gave my middle finger up to that – but now it has come back to bite me. I still enjoyed it, thought, it was all good.”The only judge who scored the split decision in Fury’s favour was Canadian Craig Metcalfe, who has a long-running relationship with the same WBC sanctioning body that Fury has made millions of pounds for.The Brit ace was also lucky to retain his undefeated record in previous close calls with John McDermott way back in 2009 and Francis Ngannou last year, so it’s a surprise to hear him raise concerns about the integrity of the officials for the first Usyk clash – and the December 21 rerun.He explained: “I have watched the fight back lots of times and still have the same answer, I thought I did enough and won the fight. Usyk knows he didn’t beat me.“It was close enough, one judge had me winning by a round and one judge had him winning by a round. And then the final one made the decision.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I have to get him out of there because I won’t get a decision, which is unfortunate because it’s hard enough to win a fight, let alone winning it when you have yo knock someone out.“But I am confident and looking forward to the challenge.”Usyk and Fury are set to rematch on December 21Credit: Getty More

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      Boxer collapses mid-fight with apparent seizure as referee immediately waves off bout

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      A BOXER collapsed mid-fight after suffering an apparent seizure. Tramaine Williams was representing NYC Attitude in Team Combat League against Ryan Allen of Las Vegas Hustle. Boxer Tramaine Williams, right, collapsed mid-fightCredit: Team Combat League via X formerly TwitterWilliams suffered an apparent seizureCredit: Team Combat League via X formerly TwitterThe boxer later spoke out to confirm he was discharged from hospitalAnd just minutes into the bout, Williams went down without being punched and began to have a seizure on the floor.The quick-thinking referee immediately waved off the fight and concern turned to Williams’ health. Thankfully, the former super-bantamweight world title challenger revealed on Instagram he was discharged from hospital. He posted: “I’m good, the doctor said I was too dehydrated. I’m good though.”READ MORE IN BOXINGWilliams has a record of 20 wins, two losses and one no-contest and in 2020 lost for the 122lb WBO title against Angelo Leo. But he signed up for this year’s TCL, a unique format where boxers in different weights compete as a team over a series of 18 rounds. Some only box for one round with the total scores added up at the end. And despite Williams’ scare in the ring, the match continued with NYC Attitude beating Las Vegas Hustle 172-166. Most read in BoxingTragedy struck in TCL in April when heavyweight Ardi Ndembo lost his life following a knockout in the ring. Ndembo passed away three weeks after being put in a coma following the KO against Nestor Santana. Ardi Ndembo shows off his punching power in boxing training More

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      What is Lyndon Arthur’s boxing record and when is his next fight?

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      LYNDON ‘King’ Arthur is a British boxer and former IBO light-heavyweight champ.He’s back in action in June 2024 against Liam Cameron — here’s everything you need to know about Lyndon’s career and record.Lyndon Arthur put on a brave performance against Dimitry Bivol in December 2023, ultimately losing the fight convincinglyWho is Lyndon Arthur?Lyndon Arthur is a 33-year-old boxer from Manchester.He made his professional debut in September 2016, scoring a four-round points decision over Andy Neylon at the Manchester Arena.In his 16th fight on October 12, 2019, Lyndon lifted the vacant Commonwealth light-heavyweight title by defeating Emmanuel Anim.On December 5, 2020, Lyndon beat Anthony Yarde via split decision to retain his title, while also picking up the vacant WBO Inter-Continental light-heavyweight belt.read more on lyndon arthurHowever, on December 4, 2021, Yarde was victorious in the rematch, winning via a brutal knockout in the fourth round.Lyndon is also a former IBO light-heavyweight champion, lifting the vacant title by knocking out Braian Nahuel Suarez with a vicious body shot on September 1, 2023.His biggest fight to date came when the Mancunian failed in his attempt to dethrone light-heavyweight king Dimitry Bivol in Suadi Arabia on December 23, 2023 — but he did give the pound-for-pound legend one of the biggest scares of his reign.He was a huge underdog in taking on the WBA champion, who dominated Canelo Alvarez in a performance-of-2022 contender, and Lyndon lost a wide decision in the end.Most read in BoxingWhat is Lyndon Arthur’s boxing record?Lyndon’s impressive boxing record is 23-2-0.This means he has fought 25 bouts, winning 23, losing two and drawing none.He has won 16 of his fights by knockout, giving him a KO percentage of 69.6.When is Lyndon Arthur’s next fight?Lyndon returns to the ring on Friday, June 21, 2024, as he takes on compatriot Liam Cameron.The bout will be contested at light-heavyweight and is his first fight since losing to Bivol in December.Anthony Yarde got his revenge over Lyndon Arthur with a four-round demolition jobCameron came out of retirement after five years away from boxing in 2023 and will be looking to provide the upset.But with Lyndon looking to get back into world title contention, he’s not going to be eager to let his hopes slip at the hands of an underdog.The bout will be held at the Toughsheet Community Stadium, home Bolton Wanderers, with ring walks for the main event expected to commence at around 10.30pm BST.Arthur vs. Cameron will be shown live on Channel 5 and My5 — the channel’s streaming service — in the UK.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe full fight card is as follows:
      Lyndon Arthur vs. Liam Cameron
      Sultan Zaurbek vs. Roman Ruben Reynoso
      Khaleel Majid vs. Alin Florin Ciorceri
      Oliver Zaren vs. Thomas Lacroix
      Niall Brown vs. Jonathan Bouillot
      Matty Harris vs. Yury Bykhautsou
      Joe Howarth vs. TBA, 6 rounds
      Clark Smith vs. Jensen Irving
      Robert Lloyd-Taylor Jr. vs. Owen Durnan
      Tom Welland vs. Alejandro Farias
      Niall Fielding vs. Jake Osgood More

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      Ryan Garcia is BANNED from boxing after positive drugs tests but he’s already eyeing a huge career change

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      RYAN GARCIA is eyeing a shock move into MMA following his boxing ban over a positive drugs test.The fighter failed two tests before April’s win over Devin Haney, which ended the latter’s unbeaten record.Ryan Garcia is eyeing a move into UFC after being banned from boxing for a yearCredit: GettyGarcia failed two drugs tests before beating Devin Haney, with the result now a no-contestCredit: GettyThat has now been restored, with the result declared a no-contest.Garcia’s team maintain he is a “victim of substance contamination” after he declared his “retirement” on Thursday.And after reaching a settlement with the New York Commission, Garcia will now be suspended for at least one year.He will also hand back his share of the Haney contract worth around £900,000.READ MORE IN BOXINGAnd Garcia has been fined £8,000 too.But he now appears to be keen on moving into the octagon after firing a message to Dana White on social media.Garcia boomed: “They took my victory away. I never f’ing cheat. F you!“Take my victory away, add that on to the list of the s*** I’m already going through.Most read in BoxingEURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERS“I’m ready for business.  Get ready. I already ain’t give a f***. Run when you see me.“I’m headed to the UFC. Dana I want my 50gs. For real Dana White hit me up.”Ryan Garcia in brawl with Caleb Plant at Gervonta Davis’ fight after feuding with boxing star online Following his suspension from boxing, Garcia’s camp released a statement defending the fighter.It read: “Ryan Garcia was a victim of substance contamination, with levels measured in the billions and trillions of a gram, which provided no advantage whatsoever in the ring.”Ryan, with his legal team, has resolved this issue and firmly maintains his truth: he never intentionally took any banned substance. It’s simply not in his nature.”For many years, Ryan has voluntarily submitted to random testing, even during out-of-competition periods, and has never had any issues.”He has maintained an impeccable and clean record throughout his career, significantly elevating and transcending the sport of boxing, earning respect and admiration from millions of fans worldwide.”The fans will always remember his performance against Haney as a masterclass, and that will never be erased.”Ryan will continue to elevate the sport and will be actively involved in advocating for reform. We hope future changes in our system will address issues like this one.READ MORE SUN STORIES”We want to thank all of the fans who have continued to support Ryan, not only during the great moments but also through the difficult times that life brings.”He will be back in the ring soon and better than ever!”Ryan Garcia $1million crownRYAN GARCIA wore a crown worth $1million for his ring walk before fighting Devin Haney.
      The American boxer’s head gear caught the eye of boxing fans before and after his shock victory.
      The 25-year-old headed to the ring draped in a white robe as he wore a diamond encrusted crown.
      Holding 1kg of gold and over 400 carats of diamonds the crown was made by Texas-based jeweller The Ice Champ.
      Garcia’s gown was also made up of 15,000 diamonds and took 10 days to create.
      He also told TMZ before the bout: “He was like ‘let’s create something where the champ of the boxing world and the champ of the jewellery world connect and make something unique. We created a unique crown.”
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      Jake Paul opens door to brutal BARE-KNUCKLE boxing debut ahead of fight with the ‘king of violence’

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      JAKE PAUL has opened the door to a brutal BARE-KNUCKLE boxing debut against the “King of Violence”. The YouTuber-turned-boxer returns on July 20 against former UFC star-turned-bare-knuckle champion Mike Perry. Jake Paul is open to a bare-knuckle boxing switchCredit: Richard Pelham / The SunMike Perry is a bare-knuckle boxing championCredit: RexAnd he refused to rule out a rematch in the cage or even in the brutal bare-knuckle ring afterwards. Paul said on The MMA Hour: “I think me and Perry in MMA or bare-knuckle is very interesting. Let’s see what happens July 20th and I’m down.”I want to do an MMA fight and I think Perry is actually a good opponent for MMA and maybe bare-knuckle.”I haven’t thought about it but I’m down, that’s the thing about me is people don’t realise I’m a crazy motherf***er.READ MORE IN BOXING”I love to brawl, I love this whole entire sport, I love to put it on the line and I’m down to do some crazy s*** like bare-knuckle.”Paul was preparing to fight Mike Tyson until the 57-year-old legend was forced out after suffering an ulcer flare up while on a flight. But the controversial clash – scrutinised for the 30-year age gap – has since been rescheduled to November 15. So Paul decided to take a keep-busy bout against Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship’s Perry in Florida. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe outspoken American, 32, left the UFC in 2021 with a 14–8 MMA record to instead sign with Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship.He has since become the face of BKFC with five straight wins but crosses over to the boxing ring for only the second time.UFC star Mike Perry leaks Jake Paul sparring footage and slams ‘spoiled brat’ YouTuber in astonishing rantPerry lost his professional boxing debut in 2015 but it has not stopped from becoming the self-acquainted King of Violence.Paul, 27, has a record of 9-1 in the ring with his only loss coming to Tyson Fury’s brother Tommy, 25, in March 2023. And Perry said: “You’ve been fighting these cab drivers and these f***ing fat pieces of shit. “You think that you’re going to do anything to a real f***ing man like me, you lost your mind. “If you punch me in my face, I will smile and hit you back multiple times. He’s tricked the world into thinking he’s fantastic. “I’ve been doing this shit a long time and I took the hard long road. I’m looking to show everybody what a real fighter is.”READ MORE SUN STORIESBut Paul hit back: “Everyone clip that once I beat his ass and then take this edit and then go to the clip of me knocking him the f*** out.” More

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      Lennox Lewis, 58, wants to fight Jake Paul, 27, after Mike Tyson and predicts winner of bizarre boxing bout

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      LENNOX LEWIS has revealed he wants a piece of Jake Paul after Mike Tyson is through with him.Iron Mike is set to throw down with the YouTuber-turned-boxer in a controversial Texas tussle on November 15.Mike Tyson will throw down with Jake Paul on November 15 in TexasCredit: AFPFormer undisputed heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis also wants a crack at The Problem ChildCredit: GETTYLewis, 58, recently opened the door to a shock ring returnCredit: GETTYThe boxing world was outraged at the booking of the fight due to the 31-YEAR age difference between the pair.But former undisputed heavyweight champion Lewis, 58, has suggested he wants to teach The Problem Child a lesson after he throws down with Tyson.He told Fox 29 Philadelphia: “That’s a good question. I hope that Tyson saves a little bit of Jake Paul for me.”Lewis hung up his gloves in 2004, a year after his bloody victory over Vitali Klitschko.READ MORE IN BOXINGBut after years of insisting his fighting days are over, he recently opened the door for a shock ring return.He told The Guardian: “As my friend says, I ain’t no fool. “I was seeing if I could catch you out there.”For me, money talks, [..] walks. That’s what I’m saying. I’d 100 per cent consider it.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSCredit: The SunFears for Tyson’s safety grew after a medical emergency last month forced the postponement of the fight.Lewis, however, is confident his former opponent will do a number on Paul.Boxing legends Lennox Lewis and Evander Holyfield greet each other at Fury vs Usyk press conferenceHe said: “Mike Tyson’s gonna win. Mike Tyson’s not that old.”Don’t take him too softly. We’re one year apart.”You can fight somebody like that and do well because the person you’re fighting is not a true fighter and there’s a hundred things that you’ve forgotten that he’s learning.”Paul’s crossover clash with Tyson could come to an end at the hands of former UFC welterweight Mike Perry, whom he’s agreed to fight in order to keep himself ticking over.And the YouTube sensation knows he’s taking a risk, saying: “Now, as I prepare for my fight against Iron Mike, there’s no better opponent for me than Mike Perry.”He’s a proven knockout artist who has shown to be a maniac in and out of the ring. “This is the perfect experience for me to gain in advance of facing Mike Tyson.””He continued: “But getting that experience comes with risk. “Those who know me know I’m a risk taker and while ‘Platinum’ Perry might try to end me, I’m Titanium Jake Paul and I fear no man.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’m going to get the W and give everyone a preview of what I’m bringing to the ring against Mike Tyson.”Tune in on DAZN PPV as I return to Tampa and send ‘Platinum’ Perry the Platypus back to bare knuckle for good.”Jake Paul faces former UFC star Mike Perry on July 20Credit: DAZN More

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      Muhammad Ali’s pink childhood home now selling for staggering £1.1million after market value soars

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      MUHAMMAD ALI’S childhood home is on the market.The modest pink house in Louisville, Kentucky, has been converted into a museum.Muhammad Ali left his childhood home and returned a championCredit: Getty – ContributorBoxing icon Ali grew up in KentuckyCredit: Jam PressThe house has been restored to how it would have looked in the 1950sCredit: Jam PressIt is a museum dedicated to Ali’s early lifeCredit: Jam PressAli – then known as Cassius Clay – spent his early years in the two-bedroom, one-bathroom property.It went on the market this month alongside two neighbouring houses, which have been converted into a gift shop and short-term rental.The collection is being valued at £1.1million and co-owner George Bochetto says the ideal buyer would keep the property as a museum.Bochetto – a former Pennsylvania state boxing commissioner – said: “This is a part of Americana.READ MORE IN BOXING”This is part of our history. And it needs to be treated and respected as such.”The museum opened shortly after Ali’s death in 2016.Bochetto restored it to how it would have looked during the heavyweight’s days living there using photos as a guide.He said in 2016: “You walk into this house, you’re going back to 1955, and you’re going to be in the middle of the Clay family home.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAli lived in the house before leaving for the 1960 Olympics in Rome – returning a champion.The museum ran into financial trouble and closed less than two years after it was opened.Inside Muhammad Ali’s stunning former LA mansion up for saleMuhammad Ali went on to become a three-time heavyweight champCredit: GettyThe legend grew up in humble circumstancesCredit: Jam PressThere had been plans to move the house to Saudi ArabiaCredit: Jam PressThree properties are included in the listingCredit: Jam PressThere have been proposals to move it to Las Vegas, Philadelphia or Saudi Arabia, which were all turned down.Bochetto explained: “I wouldn’t do that because it’s an important piece of Louisville history, Kentucky history and I think it needs to stay right where it is.”A stunning mansion formerly owned by Ali went on the market for $13.5million in April.The boxing great owned the sensational seven-bedroom Los Angeles home from 1979 to 1984.Made my peaceMUHAMMAD ALI gave legendary Sun boxing writer Colin Hart his biggest ever story in a totally chance and heartbreaking meeting. More

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      Anthony Joshua suffers blow in world title hopes with Wembley showdown fight yet to be sanctioned for belt

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA has suffered a blow in his hopes to challenge for the world title with his next fight yet to be sanctioned for the belt. AJ is due to be back in front of the 90,000-seat Wembley Stadium in September following three wins in Saudi Arabia.Anthony Joshua is closing in on his next fightCredit: The Mega AgencyAnd British rival Daniel Dubois is the leading name to welcome Joshua back to UK shores. Dubois recently stunned Filip Hrgovic to win the IBF interim title – granting him the next shot at Oleksandr Usyk’s full version. But with Usyk due to rematch Tyson Fury – following his historic win in May – he is not able to face No1 contender Dubois. So there was hope the IBF would strip the Ukrainian undisputed champion to allow AJ and Dubois to challenge for the vacant strap. READ MORE IN BOXINGBut the IBF told Sky Sports there has been NO request to sanction the all-Brit bout for the belt. Usyk, 37, became the heavyweight division’s first four-belt undisputed champ following victory over Fury, 35. And now the two are set to rematch back in Saudi on December 21. Meanwhile Joshua, 34, is closing in on his first bout back at Wembley since 2018 with Dubois, 26, the frontrunner to face him. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAJ recently posted on social media: “Nearly finished my negotiations for my next fight! Feeling motivated.”Joshua has twice sold out Wembley for his world title wins over Wladimir Klitschko and Alexander Povetkin.Daniel Dubois put me on my a**e and I thought ‘this kid is something else’, says Brit star in warning to Anthony JoshuaHe also beat Carlos Takam and Joseph Parker at the 75,000-seat Principality Stadium in Cardiff.His most recent bouts in the UK were at the O2, with wins over Jermaine Franklin and Robert Helenius that came after double defeat to Usyk.Deontay Wilder was in the mix to fight AJ but twice fluffed his lines following defeats to Parker, 32, and Zhilei Zhang, 41.So after Dubois’ win over Hrgovic, 32, he leads the line to fight Joshua. More