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      Mike Tyson goes on furious rant at ‘jealous’ boxers who ‘couldn’t sell out an arena’ ahead of Jake Paul fight

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      MIKE TYSON furiously hit out at “jealous” critics of his fight with Jake Paul. The heavyweight boxing icon takes on YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul in a controversial clash on July 20 at the 80,000-seat AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas.Mike Tyson furiously hit out at ‘jealous’ critics of his fight with Jake PaulCredit: GettyPaul faces Tyson on July 20 in DallasCredit: GettyTyson will be 58 by the time the fight for the ages comes around and nearly 20 years removed from his last professional contest.So his comeback – not yet confirmed as a sanctioned bout or an exhibition – has come under criticism of the boxing world amid safety fears.But in an interview with Reuters, Tyson hit back: “I’m 58 and what? I’m getting billions of views from just talking to somebody about fighting.”Everybody, even most of the athletes, they’re jealous. That’s whack. I say in your prime you couldn’t draw a million people, man. READ MORE IN BOXING”What are you talking – you couldn’t sell out an arena. Who at 58 could sell out an 80,000-seat arena?”Tyson retired in 2005 but did return in 2020 for an exhibition bout against Roy Jones Jr, which ended in an eight-round draw.Meanwhile Paul is 9-1 as a boxer who suffered his only defeat to Tyson Fury’s brother Tommy in February 2023, but has won three since.He has commanded polarising attention since making his pro debut in 2020 and comes to the ring with millions of social media followers.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd Tyson believes Paul is bringing a whole new audience to boxing, far greater than that of stars before him. He said: “Why do you think he wants to fight me and not anybody else? Everybody wants to fight him – all the boxers want to fight him. ‘Stop spreading fake news’ – Jake Paul’s business partner shuts down wild rumours of rules for Mike Tyson fight “But if he fought them, the only people that will come are the people that like him.””The other guys, their parents might not even come watch them. That’s just keeping it real. “They’re too boring for their children to watch. It’s like watching grass grow.”Paul and Tyson faced off after announcing their boutCredit: @jakepaulCredit: The Sun More

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      Tyson Fury will ‘walk all over Oleksandr Usyk’ but only if he has dad John in his corner, claims Derek Chisora

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      DEREK CHISORA has claimed the key to Tyson Fury’s success against Oleksandr Usyk is the influence of his father John. Fury and Usyk square off in the heavyweight division’s first-ever four-belt unification bout on May 18 in Saudi Arabia.Tyson Fury with his dad JohnDerek Chisora says John should be Fury’s head coachCredit: Richard Pelham / The SunAnd the Gypsy King is busy getting himself into fighting shape, starting out his camp in his hometown of Morecambe. Recently, Fury has posted videos on social media hitting the pads with his dad John, a former professional boxer and bare-knuckle fighter. And Chisora – three times beaten by the WBC champion – believes John is the right man to lead his son to victory over Usyk. He told SecondsOut: “Tyson looks good. I see his dad holding his pads for him. “What people don’t understand is a father and a son’s bond when they train with each other; it’s unbelievable.“It’s what people don’t understand, if Tyson has his dad in his corner, he’ll walk over Usyk easily because he has his dad in his corner. “That’s it, bro. It’s going to be a great fight.” Dad John has admitted he could not be more proud of his champ son Tyson or Tommy and Roman, both unbeaten pro boxers as well. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut a previous criminal conviction has always prohibited him from watching or cornering his sons in America. Although more recently, Fury has been fighting in Saudi allowing John to be by his side. Tyson Fury’s family members are ‘MOLES’ in his camp for Oleksandr Usyk fight, claims Sky Sports boxing punditHis last bout was a controversial split-decision win over MMA superstar Francis Ngannou, who even scored a shock knockdown. Now Fury, 35, faces Usyk, 37, for the undisputed crown in Riyadh and Chisora wants John to replace Sugarhill Steward as head coach. Chisora, 40, said: “He should be. His dad knows fighting. His dad grew up his whole life watching fights and fighting himself.”So I think his dad should be his main trainer at the same time his son will help. The way he’s looking with his dad on the pads, he looks great.”Fury facing off with Oleksandr UsykCredit: Getty More

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      Anthony Joshua’s next fight ‘leaked’ by old rival Derek Chisora – who claims it’s NOT Tyson Fury

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA’S next opponent has been leaked by his old rival Derek Chisora.The former world champion has returned to form with four wins on the bounce – his latest an explosive knock-out of Francis Ngannou.Derek Chisora, right, revealed who Anthony Joshua’s next opponent will beCredit: GettyFilip Hrgovic has been considered as an opponent for Joshua in the pastCredit: GettyDaniel Dubois could jump to the front of the queue if he beats Hrgovic in JuneCredit: GettyHe has been tipped to fight the winner of Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk – having lost to the Ukrainian twice previously.But with that fight not scheduled to take place until May 18, Joshua could fight a different opponent in the mean time.And according to fellow heavyweight Chisora, a fighter has already been lined up.Chisora told iFL TV: “He (Joshua) will fight the winner of Daniel Dubois and (Filip) Hrgovic at Wembley.”READ MORE IN BOXINGThat pair are set to clash on June 1, with the IBF likely set to order the winner to face Joshua in a world title fight as the belt will likely be vacant by then.Brit Dubois previously challenged for IBF world title when he fought Usyk, who also holds WBA (Super), WBO, and IBO belts.Joshua, 34, has been heavily tipped to face Hrgovic, who is unbeaten in 17 professional bouts.Hearn revealed he considered Hrgovic as an option before agreeing a deal to fight Ngannou.Most read in BoxingWill AJ vs Fury actually happen?SunSport boxing correspondent Wally Downes Jr answers the big questions around Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury finally facing each other…

      Could we finally see Fury vs AJ this year?
      Simply: Yes.
      Before the Saudi takeover of boxing – spearheaded by Turki Alalshikh, would we have seen Fury vs Francis Ngannou, AJ vs Ngannou, Deontay Wilder vs Joseph Parker, Frank Warren and Eddie Hearn working together and shaking hands for photos?
      Simply: No.
      The rules, rankings, sanctioning bodies and broadcast and promotional disputes are all irrelevant when this much money is thrown at prize fighting.
      How would it work?
      It feels like the winner of Fury vs Usyk on May 18 will fight AJ as soon after as possible.
      There is a rematch clause in the current deal for Britain’s WBC champ and Ukraine’s WBA, IBF and WBO king to meet and decide the first undisputed ruler for 25 years.
      But it seems certain the belts will fragment afterwards – with a string of mandatory challengers due their crack at the four separate belts – so the clamour for AJ vs the winner might be bigger than the demand for a rerun for fewer belts.
      Where would it happen?
      It feels like every major fight is now going to happen in Saudi Arabia.
      But don’t rule out a potential Fury vs Ngannou clash taking place at Wembley stadium.
      It seems like the Saudis are keen to eventually host shows in the UK and that fight, at the home of football, would be some debut.
      If Usyk topples the Gypsy King then the hype for him to face AJ for a third time will be far less intense.
      Why this time?
      It feels like we have twice come close to seeing the clash but there were simply too many hurdles and disputes in the way – similar to the way AJ vs Wilder still hasn’t happened.
      But with Alalshikh now making Hearn’s Matchroom and Warren’s Queensberry play nice and letting Sky Sports, TNT and DAZN share the shows, there is far less to fight over in the boardroom and loads on to battle for in the ring.
      And if Fury beats Usyk and rightfully demands a huge percentage of an overdue Joshua meeting, then the Saudi’s have the cash and the clout to hand him 99 per cent of the pie – to massage his ego and bank balance – and hand AJ as much extra dough as needed to keep everyone sweet.
      Who wins?
      If Fury sets up an AJ clash by beating Oleksandr Usyk – the mathematics and stats make it clear only a maniac would back Joshua to triumph in the all-English clash.
      Usyk dominated AJ over two one-sided fights, on foreign soil.
      The Watford man has enjoyed a spike in form and respect since linking up with new trainer Ben Davison but a 20st 6ft 9in Fury – who has just slayed the gap-toothed southpaw – would be almost invincible.
      But in any major football derby or cup final the formbook is often aimed out of the window. And perhaps a rejuvenated hungry AJ could be too much for an undisputed and fulfilled Fury to handle.

      BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAnd Joshua’s promoter remains hopeful of setting up a duel with Fury before the end of the year.He said: “Because the Darts Championship happens in December and January, I’m gonna say that Fury vs AJ happens this year.”So I’m gonna say Fury vs AJ [happens first].”I dropped Anthony Joshua in sparring – here’s my prediction for his fight against Francis Ngannou More

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      Tyson Fury to resume sparring THIS MONTH after horror cut derailed undisputed Usyk fight

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      TYSON FURY will resume sparring for his historic showdown with Oleksandr Usyk this month.The pair were due to throw down for all the heavyweight marbles in February in the division’s first undisputed fight in nearly a quarter of a century.Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk were set to throw down on February 17Credit: REUTERSA horror cut in sparring for The Gypsy King postponed the postCredit: QUEENSBERRY PROMOTIONSFury suffered the gaping wound due to an accidental elbowThe Gypsy King’s cutman Jorge Capetillo says he’ll be back sparring in a couple of weeksBut Fury suffered a horror cut in sparring two weeks before his legacy-defining fight and the bout was pushed back until May 18.Team Fury initially expected the Gypsy King to be out of sparring action for several MONTHS, although his wound has healed better than first expected.Cutman Jorge Capetillo told Betway: “The fight is going to be in May so he should be going back to sparring in two or three weeks’ time.”But the good thing is, he has been active with fighting Francis Ngannou recently and for him to get the distance and timing again is going to be easy because he has remained in the gym.READ MORE IN BOXING”Activity is the key and it’s his advantage for the fight.”The accidental elbow from sparring partner Agron Smakici appeared to re-open the scar tissue left above Fury’s right eye from his 2019 clash with Otto Wallin.And Capetillo admits there is a good chance it could re-open in his Riyadh rumble with Usyk.He said: “There’s always a possibility that it could happen.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERTYSON FURY VS OLEKSANDR USYK: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE UNDISPUTED HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT”But Tyson has to do what he is good at with his distance and reach, not trying to knock him out in one punch but setting him up with big punches by using faints, his footwork and IQ in the ring.”It is a matter of having good timing, reach and Tyson’s footwork being at his best for the fight.Tyson Fury sensationally accused by ex-world champ of STAGING elbow in sparring to force Oleksandr Usyk fight axe”For a heal, like 90 days but it’s been 60 days or more since the cut so I am sure with the right treatment, he should be ready for May 18.”And soon, he can start with some light sparring, nothing hard but to get the reach and distance right.”It is more important than power punches with reach and timing. He’ll probably be ready for sparring in the next couple of weeks.”Capetillo did wonders in the corner the night Wallin gave Fury the biggest laceration of his career and has given him a frank warning about his latest wound.He said: “Tyson has to treat the cut well before the fight and do sparring sessions with the right head guard.”And start with nothing crazy to make sure he doesn’t get hit hard so it doesn’t re-open.” More

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      Mike Tyson could be replaced by ex-world champion if he’s not cleared to fight Jake Paul on Netflix

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      MIKE TYSON could be pulled from his upcoming clash with Jake Paul – and a former world champion is ready to replace him.’Iron Mike’ is set to throw down with the YouTuber-turned-boxer in a controversial crossover clash in July at the ripe old age of 58.Jake Paul is set to throw down against boxing legend Mike Tyson in JulyCredit: INSTAGRAM@JAKEPAULIron Mike, 57, is at risk of being pulled from the Texas tussle on medical groundsCredit: NETFLIXFormer 168lbs champ Sakio Bika is willing to step in and replace ‘Iron Mike’Credit: AFPBut the boxing legend could be pulled from the Texas tussle should he fail additional pre-fight medicals.And former WBC super-middleweight king Sakio Bika is willing to step in and replace ‘The Baddest Man on the Planet’ should he be deemed unfit to compete.He told World Boxing News: “At the moment, I am staying in shape and ready if the right offer comes my way.“I have reached the top of the sport, becoming a multiple-time world champion and winning the prestigious Contender series.READ MORE IN BOXING”I have nothing more to prove to anyone, but I would like to have one more big fight.”If someone like Jake Paul or his brother would really like to test himself against a recent world champion, I am always ready to fight.“Mike Tyson is an all-time great boxer; he was a hero of mine growing up, and even though he looks in great shape, he is almost 60 years of age!”If Jake Paul is serious about fighting a former champion, look for someone a lot younger or active within the last decade. Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERCredit: The Sun”I can fight Jake Paul at any weight he wants.”Tyson could be removed from his fight with Paul if he doesn’t submit favourable electroencephalogram (EEG) and electrocardiogram (EKG) results in the pre-fight screenings required by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.Mike Tyson issues chilling warning to over-excited fan who gets carried away while sparring with heavyweight legendThe TLDR may also subject him to “additional testing” if they deem it necessary.Tyson retired from boxing in 2005 following back-to-back losses to Brit Danny Williams and Kevin McBride.The former undisputed heavyweight king returned to the ring in November 2020 for an exhibition bout with fellow boxing great Roy Jones Jr.Tyson has faced some of the most fearsome fighters to ever lace up a pair of boxing gloves but admits he’s “scared to death” about his upcoming ring return.He told FoxNews: “I have a weird personality – I don’t think it’s weird though.”Whatever I’m afraid to do, I do it. That’s how it is. I was afraid of the Roy fight.”I was 100lbs overweight, I was however old, 54, 53, and I said, ‘Let’s do it.'”Anything I’m afraid of, I confront it. That’s my personality. Right now, I’m scared to death.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I always believed that adversity and nervousness pretty much catapulted me into success.”If I didn’t have these feelings, I wouldn’t go into this fight. I have to have these feelings to fight. Without them, I would never go in the ring.”Mike Tyson returned to the ring in 2020 for an exhibition with Roy Jones JrrCredit: REUTERS More

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      I was Tyson Fury’s toughest ever opponent, he will lose to Oleksandr Usyk or even get DISQUALIFIED

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      TYSON FURY faces being DISQUALIFIED against Oleksandr Usyk, according to his toughest opponent of all time. Fury and Usyk square off in the heavyweight division’s first ever four-belt unification bout on May 18 in Saudi Arabia.Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk fight on May 18Credit: EPABut Usyk, 37, will not be the first ex-cruiserweight champion Fury, 36, has shared the ring with.In 2013 in New York, in his American debut, the Gypsy King took on then-heavyweight newbie Steve Cunningham.Cunningham famously floored Fury and drew up an early lead before being worn down and taken out in round seven.Now the American is tipping Usyk to do what he couldn’t and become the first to defeat Fury.READ MORE IN BOXINGCunningham, 47, told World Boxing News: “I think Usyk wins by decision against Fury. Either that or Fury gets disqualified.”Fury’s going to have to lean and lay all over Usyk to tire him down as he does usually.”I think the referee will be alerted to this before the fight [by team Usyk] and Fury will lose points.”Fury has admitted in the past how Cunningham was the trickiest customer has came across in his career.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe told Joe Rogan in 2018: “Believe it or not, this is gonna sound strange – Cunningham was the hardest fight I ever did have in my whole career, amateur or professional.”Fury’s verdict might have changed after his last fight against MMA superstar Francis Ngannou, 37, in October. Tyson Fury hints at major tactical tweak as he trains for Oleksandr Usyk fightHe was astonishingly dropped by the boxing debutant but did walk away with a controversial split-decision victory. Cunningham said: “I believe Ngannou only looked as good as he did fighting Fury because Fury didn’t take fighting an MMA guy seriously. “Ngannou does have unbelievable power, though. He landed a clean shot on Fury, who wasn’t in shape at all.”I was surprised at that but not at the fact that Fury got up and outpointed him.”Steve Cunningham floored Fury in 2013 before losingCredit: Action Images – Reuters More

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      Anthony Joshua, 34, already back in training with coach Ben Davison as former champ is backed to fight into his 40s

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA is already back training with Ben Davison, who has been backed to keep the heavyweight star fighting into his 40s. AJ is coming off a brutal second-round knockout against MMA superstar Francis Ngannou in March. Anthony Joshua is already back training with Ben DavisonIt was his second under the guidance of coach Davison, after a stoppage win over Otto Wallin in December. And the pair are wasting no time in getting back to it as AJ posted a picture in Davison’s Harlow gym on the pads. Joshua, 34, looks back to his best under his new coach and one man who can attest to that is sparring partner Jeamie Tshikeva. And Tshikeva – nicknamed TKV – reckons AJ has banked himself another five more years in the sport which would take him to 40. READ MORE IN BOXINGTKV told Boxing News: “I don’t think AJ was scared before. The difference is he’s very confident. “He believes in what Ben and Lee Wylie are teaching him. That’s what gives him the confidence to do what he’s doing. “I just feel like AJ’s going to be a three-time world champion and the way he’s moving he’s added three maybe five years to his career.”TKV, who has a 6-1 record, provided Joshua with sparring before the emphatic KO over Ngannou, 37. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd he said: “It was great. Do you know what, I enjoyed camp with him. It was fun. We had a good time in sparring. “Some of my best fun spars. I just really enjoyed the spar, he enjoyed it too. Eddie Hearn claims Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua will happen ‘THIS YEAR’ in bizarre Luke Littler question”I came in the last two weeks of camp, and did a lot of sparring with him. AJ was sharp and strong. It was fun.”Joshua is waiting on news for his next fight but it could be determined by the outcome of Tyson Fury’s unification against Oleksandr Usyk on May 18. The two are expected to rematch right after, meaning AJ will either wait for the winner or take an interim bout in the meantime. Jeamie Tshikeva with Joshua after sparring More

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      CBS Sports presenter Kate Abdo to make huge Misfits debut after training with boxing coach boyfriend Malik Scott

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      KATE ABDO is lined up for a huge Misfits Boxing debut after being coached by boyfriend Malik Scott. Abdo is a keep-fit fanatic and began training with former heavyweight boxer Scott in Los Angeles. Kate Abdo with her boxing trainer boyfriend Malik ScottCredit: Kate Abdo/InstagramScott is coaching Abdo to a potential boxing debutAbdo has a history of presenting massive boxing fightsCredit: Instagram @kateabdoBefore long, the two went public with their relationship and the CBS Sports presenter has teased a move into boxing. It leaves Misfits – home to celebrity-style crossover bouts – ready to pounce with a deal for the former Sky host. Asked if Abdo, 42, could “make that move to Misfits Boxing”, the promotion’s co-founder Mams Taylor simply replied: “Yes.” Abdo and Scott’s relationship hit the headlines recently after Liverpool legend Jamie Carragher made a remark about it live on TV. READ MORE IN BOXINGCarragher quipped “not to Malik” after Abdo said she was loyal to her beloved Manchester United, prompting her to ask: “Why would you even ask that?”The exchange soon went viral on social media with fans cringing at the failed joke.But Scott was among those who certainly did not find the joke funny and warned Carragher against making similar comments. He told Lord Ping: “It was a very minute thing, but her being irritated by it a little bit is what really got to me.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Him just saying it and being that guy who always makes those picking at you jokes wasn’t really a big deal to me at all. It’s only a big deal if Kate is upset.”If Kate gets upset then it’s a really big deal to me and I’ll give him a call and if he doesn’t pick up my call, then I’ll show up in a physical manner so we can talk like men, so that’s not something you should continue to do.”But I think Jamie apologised, not just to Kate but to the team, and one thing you can’t do is knock a man who admits he was wrong. In that regard I have high respect for him.”‘Why would you even say that’ says Kate Abdo after Jamie Carragher’s most awkward joke ever on live TV More