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    ‘No one wanted this… so sad to see’, says KSI as world of boxing reacts to shock Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight

    KSI has slammed the upcoming fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson after their boxing clash was announced.The Problem Child is set to face the former heavyweight world champion on July 20.KSI has given his reaction to the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight announcementCredit: GettyThe pair are set to fight live on Netflix in JulyCredit: https://twitter.com/netflixTyson, 57, reigned as the undisputed heavyweight king between 1987 and 1990.Paul also confirmed the bout will be broadcast live on Netflix from the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.The 80,000-capacity arena, nicknamed the Death Star, is home to the Dallas Cowboys and is the third biggest NFL stadium.Long-time Paul rival KSI has joined boxing fans in reacting to the news on social media.READ MORE IN BOXINGHe wrote: “50+ years old. No one wanted this… So sad to see man…”Dillon Danis, who fought Paul’s older brother Logan last year, also wrote: “You’re fighting someone who was born in 1966. Have some shame.”Former UFC champion Michael Bisping added: “You should be ashamed of yourself. And the biggest joke is you don’t even slightly realize why.”Fans agreed, with one commenting: “Everybody involved in making this fight fight happen should go to prison.”Most read in BoxingCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL Another also said: “I can’t take this s*** serious man. Hell nah man.”Paul is fresh from extending his professional boxing record to 9-1 on Saturday.The Sun’s Wally Downes Jr fumes as Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson CONFIRMED with ‘biggest fight of the 21st century’ to be shown live on NetflixThe 27-year-old picked up his sixth career knockout with a first round stoppage of Ryan Bourland in Puerto Rico.Meanwhile, Tyson has not fought professionally since 2005, with his record standing at 50-6.He has contested in two exhibition bouts since, though, most recently in November 2020.Iron Mike fought to a split draw against fellow former world champion Roy Jones Jr. in a card which also featured Paul.The YouTuber turned boxer knocked out ex-NBA player Nate Robinson in the co-main event at the Staples Centre in Los Angeles.Paul confirmed the fight will take place in Arlington, Texas on July 20Credit: Instagram @netflixuk More

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    When is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson? Date, start time, TV channel and live stream as boxing great returns to ring

    MIKE TYSON will return to the ring for the first time since 2020 to face internet sensation Jake Paul.The Problem Child overcame Ryan Bourland with a brutal first round knockout in March.Jake Paul will face Mike Tyson this summerCredit: @Netflix/ XPaul has won his last three bouts since his defeat to Tommy Fury last February.The internet sensation will now face one of the greatest boxers of all time this summer, with Mike Tyson set to return to the ring at the age of 58.Tyson’s last bout came in an exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr in 2020, of which Paul was on the undercard against former NBA player Nate Robinson.When is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson?
    Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson will take place on Saturday, July 20.
    The bout will be hosted at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
    READ MORE IN BOXINGWhat TV channel is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson on and can it be live streamed?
    Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson will be broadcast exclusively on Netflix.
    It will be the streaming giant’s first venture into combat sports.
    Jake Paul confirmed on X that the bout with Mike Tyson will be available to all Netflix subscribers at no additional cost.
    What’s been said?On the announcement of the huge fight, Paul said: “It’s crazy to think that in my second pro fight, I went viral for knocking out Nate Robinson on Mike Tyson’s undercard. “Now, less than four years later, I’m stepping up to face Tyson myself to see if I have what it takes to beat one of boxing’s most notorious fighters and biggest icons.”Within just two and a half years of founding MVP, we’re about to produce the biggest fight in history, a fight in the biggest NFL stadium in the US, broadcast live, on the biggest streaming platform in the world – a testament to all we’ve accomplished in such a short amount of time.Most read in Boxing”Whether you’re tuning in on Netflix or showing out in person, whether you’re team Paul or team Tyson, or whether you’re a lifelong boxing fan or watching your first fight, you’re not going to want to miss this event.”Mike Tyson has also spoken about the fight with Paul on July 20, he said: “I started him on his boxing journey on the undercard of my fight with Roy Jones Jr and now I plan to finish him.” More

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    Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson CONFIRMED despite 30-year age gap as ‘biggest fight of 21st century’ to be shown live on Netflix

    JAKE PAUL and Mike Tyson have confirmed a blockbuster boxing showdown for this summer. The stunning bout will be aired live on Netflix.Jake Paul and Mike Tyson have seen a stunning boxing bout confirmedCredit: Twitter@jakepaulPromotional footage released by Netflix showed the pair facing offCredit: https://twitter.com/netflixThe date for the fight has been set for Saturday, July 20 at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.A video shared on Netflix’s official accounts on social media announced the clash.Influencer-turned-boxer Paul was seen arriving on a helicopter and jumping off on to a helipad where Tyson was located. The pair were then seen face to face. READ MORE IN BOXINGFormer heavyweight world champion Tyson will be 58 at the time of the fight.Meanwhile, Paul will be 27 years old, meaning the age gap between them when they touch gloves will be 31 years.Even Netflix themselves appeared to be surprised they were announcing the news. They said: “It’s JAKE PAUL vs. MIKE TYSON — yes, really! — in a LIVE BOXING event at AT&T Stadium you won’t want to miss. Most read in BoxingCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL “Airing live on Netflix Saturday, July 20 #PaulTyson.”Fans were convinced Netflix were pulling their legs over the fight.EXCLUSIVE: Jake Paul predicts Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou winner after MMA star’s fight with ‘old and lacklustre’ Tyson Fury One said: “This fight is definitely fake 😂.”A second said: “We have to be so close to breaking the simulation because what the ever-loving f*** is happening here?! 😭.”A third declared: “Biggest fight in history of the sport.”Another added: “What is happening…”In a statement on shock fight, Paul said: “It’s crazy to think that in my second pro fight I went viral for knocking out Nate Robinson on Mike Tyson’s undercard.”Now, less than four years later, I’m stepping up to face Tyson myself to see if I have what it takes to beat one of boxing’s most notorious fighters and biggest icons. How the two fighters line up”Within just two and a half years of founding MVP, we’re about to produce the biggest fight in history, a fight in the biggest NFL stadium in the US, broadcast live, on the biggest streaming platform in the world – a testament to all we’ve accomplished in such a short amount of time.”Tyson said: “I’m very much looking forward to stepping into the ring with Jake Paul at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. “He’s grown significantly as a boxer over the years, so it will be a lot of fun to see what the will and ambition of a ‘kid’ can do with the experience and aptitude of a GOAT.  “It’s a full circle moment that will be beyond thrilling to watch; as I started him on his boxing journey on the undercard of my fight with Roy Jones and now I plan to finish him.”Nakisa Bidarian, co-founder of Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), claims to have signed a deal with Netflix for a boxing card last November.As quoted by ESPN, Bidarian said: “Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson is a once-in-a-lifetime dream matchup and I anticipate it will be the most-watched boxing event in modern boxing history.”Members of the boxing community were equally left stunned by the news, including Paul’s rival KSI.Taking to social media, he said: “50+ years old. No one wanted this…So sad to see man…”It is not yet clear how the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, who regulate combat sports in the state, will approach the bout.Floyd Mayweather’s fight with Manny Pacquiao in 2015 got 4.6 million pay-per-view buys.However, Netflix have more than 260 million paid subscribers to their platform.READ MORE SUN STORIESTyson was last in the ring in 2020 when he faced Roy Jones Jr. while Paul’s last fight came against Ryan Bourland.Paul is said to have a net worth of £27million, while Tyson is estimated to be worth just shy of £8m. More

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    Tragedy as mother of boxer on Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou undercard passes away hours before fight

    KEVIN LERENA is mourning the death of his mother just hours before his return to the ring.The South African is set to feature on the undercard of Anthony Joshua’s crossover clash with Francis Ngannou on Friday night against Justis Huni.Kevin Lerena is set to face Justis Huni on the Joshua vs Ngannou undercardCredit: GETTYThe South African will enter the fight with a heavy heart following the passing of his motherCredit: GETTYLerena revealed his mother’s passing on social media on Thursday morningCredit: X@KEVINLERENABOXINGBut the 31-year-old will have an extremely heavy heart when he faces the Aussie following the passing of his mother – whom he plans to honour by going ahead with the bout.He wrote on X on Thursday morning: “Today I lost [the] strongest woman I have ever known.”My mom fought tirelessly as a single mom to raise us, and her strength and determination will forever inspire me.”Even in her final moments she fought until the very end, she fought with all her might. READ MORE IN BOXING”Mom, I love you, I will carry on your warrior spirit.”Tomorrow night, I WILL FIGHT in your honour because you were a LION and you raised a LION.”Your fight lives on in me, and I will always carry your strength with me. “Rest peacefully in God’s kingdom.”Most read in BoxingKevin Lerena plans to honour his late mother by going ahead with the fightCredit: GETTYLerena’s followers were quick to offer their condolences, with one saying: “Condolences champ.”Another said: “Sincerest condolences Kevin, to yourself and your family.”Francis Ngannou’s story from refugee to fighting Tyson Fury and Anthony JoshuaAnd another said: “Condolences Champ. All the best tomorrow.”One remarked: “Sorry for your loss. Condolences to you and the family.”Another chimed in: “Condolences it takes a champion to raise a champion.”Lerena faces Huni on the back of a lengthy training camp with Tyson Fury, in which he helped The Gyspy King prepare for his rescheduled undisputed heavyweight title fight with Oleksandr Usyk.The interim WBC bridgerweight champion enters the contest on the back of decision wins over Ryad Merhy and Senad Gashi.He suffered a third-round TKO defeat to Brit Daniel Dubois in December 2022, despite knocking Triple D down three times in the first round.That loss snapped a 17-fight win streak for the Johannesburg jouster, who has competed at cruiserweight, bridgerweight and heavyweight. More

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    Inside Anthony Joshua’s lavish life, from flying in a £45m private jet to enjoying luxury trips and owning a £350k watch

    ANTHONY JOSHUA’s social feeds pay homage to a magical lifestyle, featuring snaps of exotic holidays on private jets, custom-made motors and fancy watches.But despite being worth hundreds of millions and living a life of luxury, the British star still remains true to his mantra of staying humble.Frugal Anthony Joshua has amassed an astonishing wealth believed to be over £200mCredit: Instagram, @anthony_joshuaThat gives Joshua the opportunity to live a lavish lifestyle and enjoy trips to the world’s most glam hotspotsCredit: InstagramDespite his mega net worth, Joshua has been said to live, as his mantra says, a humble lifeHe rarely discusses his wealth, dodging the question in an interview with Louis Theroux in 2023.The 6ft 6in heavyweight banks a lot of his money, only splashing out on treats for his family, rarely on himself.A shrewd operator, he boasts an impressive property investment portfolio, owning commercial buildings in Mayfair and Bond Street.However, his right-hand man and marketing manager, Freddie Cunningham, once said that despite having “a lot of money,” Joshua “doesn’t live the life that he could.”Read more Anthony Joshua news”From the outside, it probably looks like he does. He’s seen in private jets, wearing expensive watches, and driving around in nice cars,” he told Business Insider in an interview in 2017.”But the jets are all sponsored. We’ve never paid for a private jet, or a helicopter, in our life. He gets a signature car from Land Rover.”He’s not spending that money. He’s accumulating money.”He’s living a lifestyle that probably everyone wants him to live, or see him live, but he’s doing it in a smart way. Tactful.”Most read in BoxingA free £45million private jetAJ is sponsored by US sportswear giant Under Armour – who provide him with a private jet, as well as paying him a seven-figure salary.Heavyweight boxer Anthony Joshua’s tattoos explainedShowing the interior of the £45million black G550 ahead of his trip to the States to face Ruiz for the first time, AJ said: “These type of things aren’t ordinary, in my daily life and in many other people’s daily lives, so it’s a blessing.”However, my view is even though I enjoy it and the door has been opened for me, I can’t forget to open the door for people who have come with me and the people who aren’t in a position to enjoy this type of luxury.”I never get too lost in the source and get carried away with these types of things.”The company also provide the former world heavyweight champion with his in-ring attire and training wear, including all tracksuits and trainers.Anthony also has free use of a helicopter, provided to him by Beats by Dre, who he’s been the face of since 2017.Free car when his was stolenAs a 17-year-old, Joshua’s first car was a Vauxhall Astra, which he saved up £1,500 to buy and claimed it was a “stable, sturdy car.”Now, thanks to his partnership with Jaguar Land Rover – which is rumoured to be worth £790,000 a year – AJ rolls round London in his choice of a fleet of luxury wheels, including a customised white Jaguar XJR, worth £93,000.His favourite motor is a customised Range Rover Dynamic, which he says “looks very professional and sets a standard” worth £150,000.While, he once tried to buy a £600,000 stunning Rolls-Royce Phantom stretch limo, after he was taken for a ride in it in 2016.AJ hired the amazing motor when he attended an event in Staffordshire.And he was so impressed, he reportedly asked John Smith, the owner of Phantom Limo Hire, if he would sell it to him.Joshua also shared a snap on Instagram posing with the limo.He captioned the photo: “Work… That’s all a brother’s working with.”AJ was a former IBF, WBA and WBO heavyweight world champion after losing the belts to Oleksandr Usyk in 2021Credit: Getty Images – GettyAJ has a deal with Jaguar Land Rover, who gave him a stunning Dynamic model Range Rover worth £150kBoxing heavyweight AJ proudly shows off his motors on InstagramCredit: Instagram, @anthony_JoshuaAJ was enamoured by a £600k Rolls-Royce limo he hiredCheck out these amazing collections
    Free trips to Dubai, Miami and JamaicaWhen he isn’t sparring, AJ enjoys exotic holidays with his family and friends, with his Instagram showing him glam locations like Dubai, Jamaica and Miami.Some of these trips are sponsored by countries and resorts who want the privilege of having the sporting icon spotted hitting their hottest tourist spots.Cunningham said: “We have a partnership with Dubai Tourism and they really like him and get his philosophy on life, his morals, everything.”He resonates with that territory. They want to bring boxing there. Hopefully we can do something there.”Anthony has also stayed at the Nobu Miami Beach Private Villa, which costs £5,000 per night and the Grand Hyatt Erawan Bangkok, where luxury villas are rented out for £4,000 a week.read more sport featuresAway from the ring, AJ lives a jet-set life and travels consistently around the globeAnthony travels on a £45million private jet provided by Under ArmourCredit: Instagram, @anthony_JoshuaAJ takes a ride on the XLine zipline in Dubai as he enjoys living the fun lifeCredit: Instagram @Anthony_JoshuaDubai is one of AJ’s favourite destinations and he has a deal with the tourism boardA free watch worth more than a houseAnthony came from humble beginnings on a council estate in Watford.He now says he knows the value of the money he’s made.“Don’t save what is left after spending, spend what is left after saving,” was the advice he gave his Instagram followers.But despite keeping his purse strings shut, he still wears jewellery and clothes worth thousands.He was gifted a £350,000 watch worth more than the average house, thanks to his partnership with luxury jewellers Audemars Piguet.In another social media post, he shared a snap of a Marvel-themed time piece worth £120,000.Watch collector AJ has a stunning £350,000 Audemars Piguet watch seen hereAJ also showed a £120k timepiece that was inspired by Marvel superhero Black PantherProperty portfolioPlaying real-life Monopoly, Joshua has bought commercial buildings in Mayfair and Bond Street – the latter for a whopping £25million.Through his company 258 Investments he has also acquired two residential homes in North London, and is said to own three homes in his native Watford worth £1.5million.Back in October, The Sun exclusively reported Joshua dropped £30million on a 301,000 square foot property in Hertfordshire, which was previously the HQ for oil giant BP.READ MORE SUN STORIESA close pal of the 2012 Olympic gold medalist told us: “AJ has seen so many athletes build vast wealth and then squander it all.”He is smarter than that. He has been working to build a huge empire that spans multiple large investments in different industries and will continue to grow way after he hangs up his gloves. He and his partners have really big plans for the complex he has bought.”In recent times, Joshua has become a property magnateCredit: GQ / Matthew BrookesAJ has spent his wealth wisely on property investments, including this retail space in Bond Street for £25mThis plush Mayfair building is also owned by AJ as part of his portfolio More

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    Did you spot the subtle change Francis Ngannou made to taunt Anthony Joshua during intense face-off?

    FRANCIS NGANNOU made the smallest of changes to his appearance to troll Anthony Joshua during their penultimate face-off.The former UFC heavyweight champion locks horns with the Watford warrior in a lucrative crossover clash on Friday night.Francis Ngannou throws down with Anthony Joshua on Friday nightCredit: REUTERSNgannou taunted Joshua into revealing what he listens to in his lone AirPod during press conferencesCredit: GETTYThe former UFC champ mocked AJ by wearing his own AirPod during their penultimate face-offCredit: GETTYThe pair have been nothing but cordial with one another in the build-up to their money-spinning Saudi showdown, although Ngannou has slowly but surely ratcheted things up with a series of funny social media posts.One of his recent posts mocked AJ’s wearing of a single AirPod in his right ear at media events, which he also referenced during Wednesday’s final pre-fight press conference.And in a bid to further troll the Brit, he put an airpod in his left ear as they squared up for their final face-off.Boxing fans couldn’t help but notice his sly taunt at AJ, with one writing on X: “No way you wore Joshua’s left airpod.”READ MORE IN BOXINGAnother said: “Is he going to have to win back his airpod?”And another said: “This kid put on an AirPod to wind him up.”One remarked: “Looks like @francis_ngannou has found Anthony Joshua’s missing airpod.”One chimed in: “Love that Ngannou is wearing an AirPod to mock AJ.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSANTHONY JOSHUA VS FRANCIS NGANNOU: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE CROSSOVER BOUT”Why does AJ always have his AirPods on during face-offs and weigh-ins?”Fight fans have long wondered what former two-time unified heavyweight champ Joshua listens to in his lone airpod during pressers.Brilliant moment Anthony Joshua reveals what music he listens to after airpods start playing during press conference and Ngannou jokingly nicks oneLaughing after being quizzed about it, he put his phone to the microphone and said, ‘It’s just music’ as ‘Eskimo’ by Wiley blared out.He added: “I don’t know why there’s a big conspiracy of what I listen to on my AirPod. “I don’t know what the big deal is.”MMA superstar Ngannou shocked the world last October against WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, who he dropped in the third round of their crossover clash.And coach Dewey Cooper reckons Fury’s shortcomings against ‘The Predator’ have heaped additional pressure on AJ’s shoulders.He told SunSport: “I see him not being tentative.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Why? Because he has to get that monkey off his back.”He has to outdo Tyson Fury. So he’s going to come out fighting.”Francis Ngannou has also mocked Anthony Joshua’s lone AirPod on InstagramCredit: INSTAGRAM@FRANCISNGANNOU More

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    When is Tyson Fury fighting Anthony Joshua?

    TYSON FURY will be ringside to watch Anthony Joshua fight Francis Ngannou knowing their paths could be destined to meet. AJ returns against MMA star Ngannou TOMORROW in Saudi Arabia with Fury making the trip to Riyadh to watch it. Tyson Fury faces Oleksandr Usyk in his next boutCredit: GettyAnthony Joshua can earn a fight with Fury by beating Francis NgannouCredit: AFPThe Gypsy King is in camp for his rearranged May 18 undisputed bout with Oleksandr Usyk having pulled out of the February 17 date due to a cut. And the winner of the unified title fight will then be lined up to face either Joshua or Ngannou. So here, SunSport looks at when the British boxing fans could finally get fight that has been teased for so many years. When would Fury and Joshua fight? Despite the winner between Joshua, 34, and Ngannou, 37, being promised a shot at the undisputed crown, it is not that simple. READ MORE IN BOXINGThat is because Fury, 35, and Usyk, 37, have agreed to a two-fight deal, meaning they will box twice this year. So it rules out AJ potentially challenging Fury until 2025 at the earliest. What would be on the line? If Fury prevails from his double header against Usyk, he should do so with all four heavyweight belts. But he also faces being stripped of the IBF version after his first fight as Filip Hrgovic is the mandatory challenger. Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSSo if Fury rematches Usyk and is stripped, Joshua is being lined up to fight Hrgovic for the vacant IBF belt, which he could in theory then defend against the Gypsy King later down the line. What has been said? Tyson Fury arrives in Riyadh to meet with promoter Turki Alalshikh Joshua has refused to comment on any other business except Ngannou – but Fury has been a lot more vocal. He said: “Turki (Alalshikh), I was talking with him last night about it and he said the winner of this fight, will get the winner of you and Usyk.”After me and Usyk fight and have a rematch, then the winner of this will get a shot at that. “So me and Usyk have two fights lined up this year. So the winner of that fight will get to fight the winner of this fight. So there’s a lot on the line.”AJ’s promoter Eddie Hearn reckons they could slide in to fight Fury before an Usyk rematch but will settle for Hrgovic and the vacant title if needed. He told Boxing News: “You know that if AJ knocks out Ngannou and Fury beats Usyk His Excellency will have the opportunity to make the biggest fight in the sport, one of the biggest fights in the history of the sport [and] it’ll be very difficult for him not to do it.“We’ve been told that if we beat Ngannou we’ll get the undisputed shot, that was prior to the Fury cut. READ MORE SUN STORIES”If we have to fight Hrgovic in the meantime for the world title no problem as well.”ANTHONY JOSHUA VS FRANCIS NGANNOU: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE CROSSOVER BOUT More

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    Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou: Will any belts be on the line for huge Saudi bout?

    ANTHONY JOSHUA will take on UFC legend Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia on Friday night.It will be the first time that the British heavyweight has ventured into crossover boxing.ANTHONY JOSHUA VS FRANCIS NGANNOU: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE CROSSOVER BOUTJoshua has been in fine form of late, winning his last four fights, including a recent triumph over tricky southpaw Otto Wallin.AJ now faces former UFC champion Ngannou, who gave the unbeaten Tyson Fury a run for his money back in October.The Cameroonian powerhouse knocked down the Gyspy King in the third round before controversially losing the bout by way of split decision.Ngannou’s stunning boxing debut catapulted the No10 spot on the WBC rankings.READ MORE IN BOXINGAnthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou: Will any belts be on the line?There will be no title on the line when Anthony Joshua takes on Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia, as neither fighter currently holds any belts.The bout will be ten three-minute rounds as opposed to the more conventional 12-round fights.Each fighter can win by way of knockout, decision or TKO.The 10-point ‘must’ system will be used for every round, meaning the winner of a round scores 10 points, while the loser receives nine – unless they are knocked down or badly hurt, in which case they will get eight points, seven or less, depending on the severity of the damage.Most read in BoxingHow to watch Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou
    Joshua vs Ngannou will be shown live on DAZN PPV and Sky Sports Box Office.
    You can live stream all the action from the DAZN and Sky Sports Box Office websites as well as their apps, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
    The DAZN UK PPV price will be £19.99, which includes one month’s DAZN subscription.
    For existing DAZN subscribers, the PPV price will be £18.99.
    The Sky Sports Box Office price for the fight has been set at £19.95 for Sky customers in the UK.  More