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      Muhammad Ali’s shorts from his epic ‘Thrilla in Manila’ fight could fetch £5MILLION at auction

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      MUHAMMAD Ali’s shorts from his epic “Thrilla in Manila” fight with Joe Frazier could fetch £5million at auction.The late boxing great beat his rival in 14 brutal rounds in 1975 but called the bout in 120F heat “the closest thing to dying”.Muhammad Ali’s shorts from his epic ‘Thrilla in Manila’ fight are going up for saleCredit: GettyThe signed shorts could go for £5million at a US auctionCredit: BNPSThe signed pair of his trademark white with black trim Everlast shorts are up for grabs in Sotheby’s New York Sports Week.Of the fight, Ali said: “It was like death. Closest thing to dying that I know of.”The event was hosted in the Philippines and was said to have been as hot as 120 degrees under the overhead lights and the pair fought for 42 minutes.Ali added: “We went to Manila as champions, Joe and me, and we came back as old men.”READ MORE BOXING NEWSThe Joe Frazier who stepped into the ring that muggy morning never left it.His vision was compromised for the rest of his life, and the 31-year-old only fought twice more before retiring.Ali boxed for six more years, retaining, then losing, then recapturing heavyweight titles.In 1984, just three years after retiring from boxing, he was diagnosed with Parkinson’s.Most read in BoxingHe died at the age of 74, after three decades of battling the disease, on 3 June 2016.The sale will also feature Michael Jordan’s Air Jordan 11s from Game 5 of the 1996 NBA Finals, valued up to £317,000 ($400,000).Boxing fans claim Ben Whittaker’s entrance is ‘worst you’ve ever seen’ in Diversity-themed ringwalkThey form part of a collection of 50 sneakers worn by some of the NBA’s greatest ever players. More

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      Brave Fabio Wardley survives sickening nose injury to DRAW with Frazer Clarke in fight of the year contender

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      FABIO WARDLEY survived a sickening broken nose to cling on to his British heavyweight title from Frazer Clarke with a blood-soaked draw.The 29-year-old Ipswich ace spewed blood for most of the fight but still dropped the 2020 Olympic bronze winner.Fabio Wardley suffered a suspected horror broken noseCredit: ReutersBut the Ipswich fan managed to survive a doctor’s reviewCredit: PAThe slug-fest ended in a draw in one of the fights of the year so farCredit: GettyAnd after Clarke, 32, had a point deducted for two low blows, the judges scored the sensational bout: 114-113 Wardley, 115-112 Clarke and 113-113.The pair swapped evenly matched jabs from the start but a right hand from 19st Burton-on-Trent behemoth Clarke looked close to ending it early.Wardley somehow swallowed the biggest booming right hand of his career but his nose appeared to change shape from the blow.And he suffered much more jabs after that potentially career-changing hit.READ MORE ON BOXINGWardley made a brilliant start to the second, peppering Clarke with shots from both hands, until an uppercut staggered him and changed the course again.Clarke was in the best shape of his career and was producing elite boxing. And Wardley was already at the well, digging deep and trying to find a way around – or straight through – this mountain of a man.Wardley’s bashed nose was leaking blood by the third and his skull was shaken by another Clarke right hand.But the game champion bit down on his gumshield and battled back with looping right hands and hooks to Clarke’s body.Most read in BoxingThe ring was covered in blood by the end of the matchCredit: PAThe draw sees Wardley retain his beltsCredit: ReutersClarke was down in the fifth but managed to hang on bravelyCredit: ReutersCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSRound five was magnificent as Wardley, with his broken nose oozing blood and making it hard to breathe, suffocated Clarke with pressure and punches and folded him down into the deck.Incredibly the giant beat the count, heard the bell and came out swinging for the sixth.Britsh boxing trio involved in ugly scuffle forcing Sky Sports to cut away from ringside on Wardley vs Clarke show Clarke landed a second low blow in the seventh that gave us all a much-needed breather – but cost him a potentially crucial point. And he was hurt by another right hand at the start of the eighth but rallied heroically again to whack Wardley with a shot that shattered his nose once and for all.Wardley was spitting out mouthfuls of his own claret by the ninth, even Clarke’s huge shaven head was coated in it.The doctor was called up in the tenth and ordered to check the disfigured nose and he let it continue. Clarke was then hurt but spat out his gumshield to get a brief rest and right on the bell – after another three-minute war – Wardley smacked the mouthpiece out again as Clarke gasped for air.Wardley looked like a car crash victim – almost unrecognisable – by the end of the 11th but he was still swinging and hurting Clarke and grabbing late rounds.And these two heroes were still somehow standing and slugging it out at the final bell. And everybody climbed to their feet to honour them and wait for the decision.PUNCH STATSHere’s how the boxers matched up…
      Wardley Clarke
      Total Punches 476 469
      Punches Landed 151 157
      % Punches Landed 32% 34%
      Source: Compubox

      Clarke was spent by the end after giving everything – don’t be surprised if we see a rematchCredit: ReutersSpeaking after the war, Clarke said: “We didn’t bring the title back to the dressing room, so we are a little bit down and gutted.”I felt I did enough to win it, even though he had a few good attacks.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I hope he wants to run it back.”If it was as much of a classic as the fans seem to he saying, then the fans deserve to see it again.” More

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      Fabio Wardley’s bloody nose described as ‘horror show’ by boxing commentators in savage draw with Frazer Clarke

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      FABIO WARDLEY’S blood-splattered nose was called a “horror show” as he somehow went the distance in a classic British heavyweight title draw.The Ipswich fan’s face looked like it had been hit by a tractor as he faced a pounding from Frazer Clarke – yet gave as good as he got.Bloodied Fabio Wardley too the fight all the way and earned a drawCredit: GettyCommentators called Wardley’s face a “mess” as it appeared impossible for him to continue for long following his second-round injury, especially as the cut gradually widened.But the best bout of the year so far went the full 12 rounds, with the judges scoring it level.One gave it to Wardley 114-113, another reckoned Clarke took it 115-112 and the third rated it 113-113 apiece.Fans were “stunned” that the 29-year-old Suffolk star not only survived so long but was also swinging away so boldly in a gruelling contest.Read more top storiesAnd afterwards Sky Sports had to ditch their usual post-fight interviews as both fighters needed medical treatment.In fact, it was Clarke who looked in the worst nick on the final bell as he slumped on the ropes.Some viewers believe he was lucky to get a draw as he had a point deducted for a low blow and was also floored.One posted: “Close fight and fine with the draw but 115-112 with Clarke being knocked down and having a point deducted is madness.”Most read in BoxingWardley’s battered face and expression says it all after a gruelling contestCredit: GettyBut most seemed to have no complaints with the verdict as it was “too close to call”.And inevitably demands for a re-match flooded in.Boxing fans claim Ben Whittaker’s entrance is ‘worst you’ve ever seen’ in Diversity-themed ringwalkOne fan wrote: “What a fight..Wardley has some heart.”Another said: “Fair play to both, would love to see the rematch.”And a third argued: “Fair result, no one deserved to lose that.”Frazer Clarke tried to target Wardley’s injuryCredit: Reuters More

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      Boxing presenter Anna Woolhouse stuns in bold outfit as fans describe her as ‘the real star of the card’

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      FANS reckon no-one can lay a glove on Anna Woolhouse for “sexy” outfits as she walked tall in a short dress on a big night for boxing.The Sky Sports presenter was called the “real star of the card” – despite a stellar line-up and a cracking main fight at London’s O2 Arena.Anna Woolhouse instantly impressed viewersShe got a hot reception online after arriving at the O2 ArenaFollowers have called her ‘absolutely stunning’Credit: Instagram @woolyanna1The popular broadcaster has 175k followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @woolyanna1Anna, 40, happily shares snaps online in bikinis as well as smart work gear.And she was again judged a winner without setting foot in the ring.The popular broadcaster was rated a knockout in a a black mini-dress with long sleeves and white cuffs showing, plus high heels.And a dazzling smile topped off an image that admirers called “incredible” as well as “unreal”.READ MORE TOP STORIESOne of her 175,000 Instagram fans posted: “WOW!!!! Anna Woolhouse looking absolutely stunning and so sexy on this short dress showing off her legs!!!!”The broadcasting heavyweight is regularly called “gorgeous” and in particular “stylish”.And having joined sky to cover ice hockey, she’s since proved to be a true sporting all-rounder.But although she is often seen presenting darts, boxing appears to be Anna’s main speciality in front of the camera.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERShe’s a fitness fanatic – and willing to share the results online via workout pics.Anna is a fitness fanatic who frequently posts workout pics and clips.She’s also posted holiday snaps in colourful bikinis.Britsh boxing trio involved in ugly scuffle forcing Sky Sports to cut away from ringside on Wardley vs Clarke show And once more she’s been rated well above spar at work – as her followers believe she has made boxing the extra sweet science.Perched on a wall on her holds or commentating ringside on a top fight, Anna is a hit with her army of social media admirersCredit: https://www.instagram.com/woolyanna1/She shares vacation snaps as well as pics from her day jobCredit: Instagram @woolyanna1The presenter is one of Sky’s main figures in boxingCredit: INSTAGRAM @woolyanna1Fans say she ‘always does an amazing job’Credit: Instagram @woolyanna1 More

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      Boxing fans claim Ben Whittaker’s entrance is ‘worst you’ve ever seen’ in Diversity-themed ringwalk

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      BRITAIN’S brash boxing hope Ben Whittaker caused a sensation of an unexpected kind – as fans dubbed his ringwalk the “worst ever”.The Olympic hero made it seven wins from seven fights by outpointing Leon Willings – but only after a dodgy Diversity-themed entrance.Ben Whittaker’s bizarre entrance was bashed on social mediaCredit: Reuters”I dropped him in the first, I thought ‘ooo’ shall I get him!” 😅Ben Whittaker reacts to his victory over Leon Willings 👇 pic.twitter.com/0qyUKmNx4o— Sky Sports Boxing (@SkySportsBoxing) March 31, 2024

      Benzo’s pre-fight walk-on was described as choreographed by Ashley Banjo.He’s the street dancer who led troupe Diversity, judges on Dancing on Ice and co-presented BBC game show Can’t Touch This.But Whittaker’s ringwalk – a mix of tumbling dancers, cloud effects and streaks of fire – looked more like something from Eurovision.And viewers piled in with a mainly negative response to his lavish mini-display at the O2 Arena on the Fabio Wardley vs Frazer Clarke undercard.READ MORE TOP STORIESOne rated the light-heavyweight ace’s arrival “the worst you’ve ever seen”.Another joked: “Didn’t realise we were back at GCSE drama.”Other thumbs-down verdicts included: “Underwhelming” …”Got bored before he came out tbh” … and “Load of nonsense”.And one enthusiast fears Whittaker is already too big for his boots.Most read in BoxingWhittaker celebrates victory over Leon WillingsCredit: ReutersHe wrote: “Only had 7 fights and walking in like a world champ!!!”But a few fans were in Whittaker’s corner over the “cool” ringwalk.’You need to sort your commentary out’ says Ben Whittaker in awkward interview on live TV leaving pundits looking sheepish The 2020 Olympic silver medallist went on to beat Willings comfortably – by 78-73 on the referee’s scorecard.”Good fight,” reacted one fan, and “Loved his style, please don’t change,” urged another. More

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      British boxing trio involved in ugly scuffle forcing Sky Sports to cut away from ringside on Wardley vs Clarke show

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      CHAOS erupted from ringside as cruiserweight rivals Viddal Riley, Isaac Chamberlain and Chev Clarke were involved in a three-way scuffle.Riley had just cruised past ten rounds against Mikael Lawal to retain his English title when his post-fight interview was gatecrashed by Chamberlain.”If you think you can box like that against me, you’ve got another thing coming” 👀Viddal Riley & Isaac Chamberlain get into a HEATED exchange of words ringside! 🔥 pic.twitter.com/alaBYipbWQ— Sky Sports Boxing (@SkySportsBoxing) March 31, 2024

      Viddal Riley defended his English title against Mikael LawalCredit: GettyBut after the fight he was called out by rival Isaac ChamberlainChev Clarke got involved and a scuffle broke outCredit: GettyAnd the two talked up a future bout for Chamberlain’s British title when Clarke appeared off screen.Riley beckoned to bring Clarke into the interview before things got ugly.It appeared all three began to tussle as security desperately tried to intervene and avoid disaster.Sky Sports cameras were quick to cut away as bodies began to pile up from the heated ringside row.READ MORE IN BOXINGClarke is currently the mandatory challenger for Chamberlain’s title but the 2020 Olympian is signed to rival broadcasters DAZN.So Sky are looking to instead line up Chamberlain and Riley for an in-house domestic dust-up.But fans joked a WWE-style triple threat is far more likely after the trio almost came to blows.One said: “Chev Clarke is now involved and it’s all kicking off.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAnother joked: “Triple Threat Match between Viddal Riley, Isaac Chamberlain and Chev Clarke!”Hang the belt above the ring and let them go!”One put: “Love this, great selling of the fight. Brawl erupted right after this clip. Chev Clarke getting involved. British Cruiserweight division is on fire.”‘Completely out of it’ Rolly Romero’s interviewed after being KO’d by Pitbull Cruz More

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      Fabio Wardley vs Frazer Clarke LIVE RESULTS: Fight ends in a DRAW after bloody Wardley CUT on nose – O2 Arena latest

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      FRAZER CLARKE and Fabio Wardley fought to an incredible DRAW in their huge O2 Arena clash. The fight was a bloody one thanks to a cut on Wardley’s nose, but it was Clarke who hit the deck once as the pair fought their hearts out in the capital. The fight ultimately ended all square and there’ll no doubt be calls for a rematch afterwards.
      Start time: 7pm GMT
      Main event: 9.30pm GMT
      Stream/TV: NOW TV/Sky Sports Main Event
      ‘Gutted’ Clarke keen for rematch
      Frazer Clarke says he will bow to fans’ demands for a rematch with Fabio Wardley.
      But he claimed he was a “bit gutted” to draw – despite facing a knockdown and having a point taken off for a low blow.
      Clarke said: “We didn’t bring the title back to the dressing room, so we are a little bit down and gutted.
      “I felt I did enough to win it, even though he had a few good attacks.
      “I hope he wants to run it back.
      “If it was as much of a classic as the fans seem to he saying, then the fans deserve to see it again.”
      Copy linkCopiedFans in stitches as Whyte ‘searches’ Fabio
      Fabio Wardley’s manager Dillian Whyte astonished and amused fight fans by appearing to do a search on his man before the British heavyweight title fight.
      One viewer joked the scene – where Whyte “patted down” Wardley – had “absolutely ended me”.
      Another posted: “I love Dillian Whyte” while a third added: “Love it.”
      And a fourth joked: “He’d be sacked for doing a good job if he was a football steward.”

      Copy linkCopiedInterviews ditched
      So great was the need for medical treatment from both boxers that Sky sports’ usual post-fight interviews were ditched.
      Clarke looked the most exhausted – ironic since Wardley had the more obvious damage in the shape of a “horrific” bloodied nose.
      This is how tired the former looked on the final whistle of an epic 12-rounder…
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      Copy linkCopied’Madness’ one judge gave it to Clarke 115-112
      Fight fans appeared united in hailing a close fight as “too close to call”.
      But one judge calling it 115-112 for Clarke amazed many.
      Credit: Getty
      The Olympic bronze medallist survived a knockdown and losing a point for a low blow as he slugged it out with Wardley in a classic British heavyweight title fight.
      One fan posted: “Agree with the draw but never 115-112 Clarke, that scorecard never happened with the 3 points off it’s 118-112 to Frazer that’s ridiculous.”
      Another wrote: “115-112 is an absolute joke with 1, maybe 2, 10-8 rounds”
      And a third argued: “Close fight and fine with the draw but 115-112 with Clarke being knocked down and having a point deducted is madness.”
      But a fourth suggested: “Wardley 339 Clarke 341. Get rid of draws. Clarke edges it.”
      Copy linkCopiedFans demand rematch
      Viewers are demanding a rematch after Fabio Wardley’s epic draw with Frazer Clarke.
      With the former having survived a horrific bloodied nose, one fan posted: “What a fight..Wardley has some heart..”
      Another wrote: “Fair play to both, would love to see the rematch.”
      And a third argued: “Fair result, no one deserved to lose that.”
      Wardley’s battered face and expression says it all after a gruelling contestCredit: Getty
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      With such razor thin scores, it was ultimately the two points deducted that cost Clarke the win.
      He actually won more rounds on all three of the judges’ scorecards but the points off saw him let the win slip.
      The good news? We most likely get to see it again.
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      Judges score the bout, 114-113 Wardley, 115-112 Clarke, 113-113… it’s a DRAW!
      WOW! In honesty, maybe that is the most appropriate result. NO ONE, deserved to lose that.
      A rematch simply must happen, with Wardley retaining his titles.
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      We go to the judges scorecards and they will surely make for interesting reading.
      Clarke was the cleaner and more consistent boxer of the two but had a point off while Wardley landed the bigger shots and scored a knockdown.
      Judges scorecards to follow…
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      Round 12 – Lovely right uppercut lands for Clarke and Wardley looks exhausted in there as he smashed into the ropes.
      Unbelievable effort from the pair, who have put on an utterly sensational showdown for the fans.
      Wardley, covered in blood from the cut on his nose, goes toe to toe with Clarke as they fight to the very last second.
      Credit: Reuters
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      Round 11 –Clarke sneaks in a couple of shots but Wardley does well to take the sting out of it.
      Huge end to the round as Wardley traps Clarke on the ropes and unloads but he doesn’t have quite enough to put him down.
      Somehow, we head into the 12th and final round of a sensational scrap which could go either way.
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      Round 10 – Big uppercut lands for Clarke while Wardley is on the ropes.
      Ringside doctor is called to take a look at Wardley’s cut nose and blood seeps down the champion’s mouth.
      The bout is waved off and both men let massive shots go, nothing lands clean and it sensational action towards the end with both going blow for blow.
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      Round 9 – Pace of the bout has finally started to slow and shots are looking more cumbersome.
      Wardley is bleeding heavily on the bridge of his nose but amazingly shakes it off to keep coming forward.
      Clarke looking to keep his space but there is little to separate the pair.
      Credit: PA
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      Round 8 – Big right over top by Wardley and he follows it up with a sharp body shot.
      Wardley lands another big combo and the bloodied champ smashes Clarke’s body.
      It could come down to a war of attrition down the stretch.
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      Round 7 – Low blow goes in from Clarke and he’s docked a point! With the knockdown against him that’s another huge point lost.
      Huge counter uppercut lands for Clarke, who may have now let his early lead slip.
      Wardley’s nose is also now heavily busted up as a result of the thrilling action.
      Credit: Reuters
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      Round 6 – Huge right hand lands for Wardley and Clarke falls in to hold on.
      Wardley drives Clarke back with a triple jab and pours on the pressure.
      Double right hand has Clarke going backwards but he replies with a good shot of his own. Thrilling action!
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      Round 5 – Wardley had Clarke hurt and on the retreat and he did not let him off the hook.
      As Clarke was looking to get away a big right dropped him and provided Wardley with a much-needed break in the bout.
      Amazing action here.
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      Round 5 – Big three-punch combination lands for Wardley.
      Big right hands lands flush for Clarke but Wardley again stands up to it.
      Huge counter right lands for Wardley and he swarms Clarke, who looks to hold on but he’s FLOORED.
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      Round 4 – Three right hands go in from Clarke but Wardley takes them well.
      Big counter right lands for Clarke as Wardley gets caught coming in but the champ lands with a lean counter of his own.
      Both land big blows towards the end of the round with the action red hot in the ring right now.
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      Round 3 – Wardley comes out aggressive but Clarke lands with a clean right.
      Wardley has a cut opened from a previous nose injury.
      Back and forth action as Wardley drives Clarke back with some huge right hands but gets caught himself in an exchange.
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      Round 2 – Wardley backs Clarke up with a barrage of right hands but the challenger tucks up well and doesn’t let much through.
      Couple of sneaky right uppercuts land for Clarke but Wardley shrugs it off.
      Big counter right lands for Clarke and Wardley fires back recklessly coming forward but he takes a right uppercut for his troubles.
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      Round 1 – Battle of the jabs early on with both active lead hands.
      Clarke has Wardley backed up on the ropes and looks to unload but the champion covers up well.
      Wardley attempts a couple of looping counter right hands over the top but just miss the mark.
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      We are underway!
      It’s the extensive amateur pedigree of Clarke’s versus Wardley’s experience in the pro ranks.
      British and Commonwealth titles on the line.
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      This fight has been over a year in the making.
      Clarke at the time was the mandatory for the British title Wardley still holds but he was pulled from negotiations.
      Now they settle it in the ring.
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      The big one is up next.
      Clarke, the 2020 Olympic bronze medalist in Tokyo, is first to the ring as the challenger.
      And here comes the champion Wardley, the betting favourite heading into the bout.
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      Azim says: “I am ready, this is what I wanted. He may be a Eubank but I am an Azim.”
      Eubank adds: “I don’t think he wants the fight, his team want the fight but his team think it will be easy for it and it won’t be.”
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      Tyson Fury’s promoter reveals how he can seal Anthony Joshua fight sooner than expected with ‘arrangement’ theory

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      TYSON FURY could accelerate his chances of fighting Anthony Joshua by putting on a masterclass against Oleksandr Usyk. Fury faces Usyk in the heavyweight division’s first four-belt unification bout on May 18 in Saudi Arabia. Tyson Fury with his co-promoter Bob ArumCredit: ReutersAnthony Joshua remains linked with fighting Tyson FuryCredit: ReutersAnd the two are contracted to an immediate rematch right after, leaving AJ with a wait to fight either. But Fury’s Hall of Fame US promoter Bob Arum believes if the Gypsy King can beat Usyk convincingly enough, the rematch could be scrapped. And it would then allow Joshua, 34, to fill in to commence a Battle of Britain bout sooner than expected. Arum told the Daily Mail: “I think the knock on Joshua has been that he’d lost his confidence. If a fighter loses his confidence, he’s very diminished.READ MORE IN BOXING”Now Joshua seems to be regaining his confidence, and if that continues Joshua will be a very dangerous fighter that could compete with anybody.”What happens if Fury-Usyk turns out to be a classic? A fight that is so exciting and so thrilling that the public wants to see it again.”Then that would certainly trump a Joshua fight, and contractually, it’s a fight that has to happen.”Now, what happens if it’s a one-sided fight and Fury wins the fight? Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Then maybe everybody can sit down with His Excellency Turki Alalshikh and work out some arrangement to go right to Fury-Joshua.”If Usyk wins the fight, I don’t think there would be that much demand for an Usyk-Joshua fight because after all they fought twice and Usyk beat him twice. “So, one fight at a time, that’s my motto.”Teenage heavyweight Moses Itauma has sparred both Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua More