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      Tyson Fury’s DMs to Jake Paul LEAKED as YouTuber gives scathing verdict on Love Island star’s comeback fight

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      JAKE PAUL revealed Tyson Fury has been DMing him behind the scenes to try and arrange a rematch for his brother Tommy.YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul suffered his first and so far only defeat to Tommy in a 2023 split-decision loss in Saudi Arabia. Jake Paul says Tyson Fury has been DMing him about rematching his brother TommyCredit: The AH ShowTyson Fury with his younger brother TommyCredit: Social Media – Refer to sourceSince then, the American has won five on the spin and most recently against heavyweight legend Mike Tyson in November. The bout was marred in controversy due to Tyson coming out of retirement aged 58 but still 100 MILLION watched on Netflix. Paul’s camp say Fury turned down a £6million offer to rematch on Netflix before Tyson accepted the deal. Fury meanwhile returned after nearly two years out with victory in Hungary against Bosnian Kenan Hanjalic. READ MORE IN BOXINGBut Paul told Ariel Helwani: “I think the Fury fight will happen in the next 12 months, yeah. He just has to be realistic about what’s he’s worth, right?”He just had a free fight on DAZN that tanked, couldn’t sell the tickets in wherever he was like a 1,000 person venue and he’s just negotiating like he’s God.”Again, I have ten names waiting to fight me in multiple different sports, MMA, boxing, all this stuff. “These people just have to be realistic about what they’re wanting to get paid and Tommy Fury isn’t.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”But I DM’d Tyson Fury because Tyson was like, ‘You guys need to make this happen now.’ “I was like, ‘Tyson, you’ve got to put your brother in check here. He’s not going to get this money or this offer anywhere else.’Tommy Fury calls out ‘b****’ Jake Paul after making boxing comeback after 18 months”He already missed out on the massive opportunity on Netflix, his dad, who is his manager has no idea what the f*** he’s doing and you can’t let your dad run your career.”Tommy’s not his own boss, he’s an airhead as well so I just feel bad for him because he thinks he’s worth more than what he’s worth.” Fury, 26, beat KSI, 31, in October 2023 but had to have hand surgery in the aftermath before his comeback fight. Paul, 28, returns on June 28 against former middleweight world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr, 39, in a cruiserweight clash. And he has a rematch with Fury in his sights, saying: “I just can’t wait to get back in there with this guy because in the past three years, I fought him two years into being a pro boxer now it’s been three years since then.”It’s just night and day and he hasn’t got any better, right? He’s been boxing since he was six years old, it’s going to be the same stuff, same coach, his dumbass dad.”He hasn’t got any better so I just can’t wait, seriously I can’t wait to get in there with him and whenever we can make that happen it’s going to be Christmas Day for me.”Tommy Fury beat Jake Paul in their 2023 fightCredit: AP More

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      UFC chief Dana White suddenly CUT from Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford fight

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      DANA WHITE has suddenly been cut from promoting Canelo Alvarez’s fight against Terence Crawford. TKO Holdings – who own the UFC and WWE – signed a multi-year partnership to establish a boxing promotion alongside Saudi Arabia’s Turki Alalshikh.Jon Anik, Turki Alalshikh, and UFC boss Dana WhiteCredit: GettyAs well as a UFC-style boxing league, two super-fights were set to be promoted by TKO and White every year. And Canelo’s blockbuster against Crawford was due to kickstart the partnership on Friday, September 12 in Las Vegas at the Raiders Stadium.Then all of a sudden, Alalshikh told Ring Magazine – which he owns – that the date of the bout was set to change to Saturday, September 13. And he was also considering having the bout move to New York or Los Angeles – opposed to the £1.5BILLION, 65,000-seat Raiders Stadium. READ MORE IN BOXINGIt caused huge confusion with the news the fight would also be under the Riyadh Season banner and on pay-per-view. That suggested White and Netflix were out of the picture – with UFC 320 also set for September 13 and due to clash with the new Canelo date. Now, Alalshikh has confirmed Saudi-based Sela will promote the super-middleweight title decider for Riyadh. A broadcaster is not yet decided but Riyadh Season have an exclusive deal with sports streaming service DAZN – who operate a PPV platform. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSNetflix debuted in boxing in November when Mike Tyson controversially came out of retirement aged 58 to fight Jake Paul. And over 100 MILLION tuned in to watch YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul’s points win – causing the stream to crash. Cacace Crushes Wood, AJ & Pacquiao Plot Shock Returns | Split DecisionThe dramatic turn of events leaves White and TKO’s future in boxing up in the air – despite their plans to launch a brand new boxing league. On Monday, May 12 Alalshikh revealed he was flying to New York with White also posting a picture in the Big Apple soon after. SunSport understands Canelo, 34, and Crawford, 37, were also set to join them to film content with Netflix ahead of the bout. But, just a day later and Alalshikh dropped the news that the fight’s date and location was under consideration. White is yet to comment on his apparent removal from the mega-boxing bout and the future of his league. He has partnered with Alalshikh before having held two events in Riyadh in the past. Read More on The SunCanelo beat William Scull, 32, to regain the 168lb undisputed thrown in early May as part of his four-bout deal with Alalshikh. Meanwhile Crawford has not fought since moving up to 154lb to win the WBA title against Israil Madrimov, 30, in August 2024. Terence Crawford facing off with Canelo AlvarezCredit: Getty More

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      ‘Incoming’ – Tyson Fury teases imminent announcement as he and dad John head off for business meeting

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      TYSON FURY has teased an imminent announcement following his major retirement U-turn.The Gypsy King hung up his gloves for the FIFTH TIME in January less than a month after his second-straight defeat to Oleksandr Usyk.Tyson Fury announced his fifth retirement from boxing shortly after his second loss to Oleksandr UsykCredit: REUTERSThe Gypsy King performed an unsurprising U-turn last monthCredit: PAFury, 36, has teased that a major announcement is on the horizonCredit: INSTAGRAM@TYSONFURYBut he performed an expletive-filled U-turn last month when he campaigned for a trilogy fight with the slick southpaw.Fury, 36, has continued to drop hints that he will return to the ring and has appeared to ramp up his training.And the Wythenshawe warrior has teased that a major announcement is on the horizon.In a video on his Instagram story with dad John, the former two-time heavyweight champion said: “Business meeting today, dad.READ MORE IN BOXING”En-route. Incoming, incoming.”A long-overdue domestic dust-up with fellow former heavyweight king Anthony Joshua awaits Fury should he decide to lace up his gloves again.The mammoth Battle of Britain seemed to be a dead cert following Fury’s second straight decision loss to pound-for-pound king Usyk last December.But Fury appeared to put the final nail in the coffin of the fight by announcing his fifth retirement with a bizarre reference to highway robber Dick Turpin.Most read in BoxingJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSBut the biggest fight in the history of British boxing is back on the table following Fury’s latest flip-flopping on retirement.It won’t however, happen any time soon as AJ has recently had surgery on a niggling elbow injury.AJ to have surgery this week as Hearn reveals ‘encouraging’ Fury fightLong-time Joshua promoter Eddie Hearn is anticipating a September return at the earliest.In an exclusive interview with SunSport, the Matchroom Boxing chief said of Fury’s recent social media activity: “Tyson Fury is a big tease.”Every day, I open up Instagram, like today, and he’s got his wraps on saying he’s done 12 rounds.”He looks super fit, Tyson Fury. He looks like he’s ready to go now, which is encouraging.”But, obviously, probably the delay that AJ’s got is a blessing, to be honest with you.”One, you’ve got Usyk against Dubois coming up, so that gives you a little bit of time.Read More on The Sun”And number two, you’ve got Tyson Fury. Who could potentially come back to the ring.”So it’s gonna be interesting to see what plays out.” More

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      Josh Taylor reveals his toughest ever fight that left him peeing BLOOD for five days and unable to walk

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      JOSH TAYLOR revealed his most brutal fight left him urinating BLOOD for days and unable to walk – ruining his holiday. The Scot became undisputed super-lightweight world champion but earned it the hard way with a series of challenging bouts. Ivan Baranchyk lost to Josh Taylor in 2019Credit: GettyAnd Taylor revealed none were more gruelling than his 2019 victory over Ukrainian Ivan Baranchyk – which he won on points. He said: “I would say it was Ivan Baranchyk. I went on holiday on the Monday afterwards. I could hardly walk through the airport.”I was so sore my body was so sore, my back, my ribs, my livers. I was urinating blood for about four or five days after the fight.”My kidneys were so bruised, I was in pain for about four or five days for that fight. READ MORE IN BOXING”So yeah, I would say that was probably physically the toughest fight.”Taylor floored Baranchyk, now 32, twice in round six but was taken the full 12 to retain the 140lb IBF title. From there, he added the WBA, WBO and WBC versions with points wins over Regis Prograis and Jose Ramírez. Taylor then retained the undisputed throne in a hugely controversial split-decision against rival Jack Catterall in Glasgow in 2022. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHe was then defeated for the first time in 2023 against Teofimo Lopez before losing his rematch with Catterall, 31, last May. Now Taylor steps up to welterweight in his return bout against Ekow Essuman, 36, on Saturday. Shocking moment boxing referee is viciously attacked by several men in ring after fight before he is sent flyingHe said: “I just thought I need a fresh start, a fresh change. “New beginnings, new challenges, set new goals, new targets which then refresh your energy, refreshes your enthusiasm for the sport, refreshes everything because then it’s back to being the hunter again.“It’s a new challenge. I’ve been there, done that, worn all four t-shirts so it’s like, ‘Right, you’ve not got any t-shirts at this next weight, let’s go get them.’”Taylor returns against Ekow EssumanCredit: Queensberry Promotions More

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      Chaos erupts as rappers Krept & Konan are hauled away by bouncers in shock footage of ‘brawl’ at Misfits Boxing match

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      THIS is the shocking moment rappers Krept and Konan were hauled out of a Misfits Boxing event as chaos erupted after a fight.The hip hop duo were dragged out of the backstage area following Wakey Wine’s defeat of Mo Deen on Saturday night.Krept and Konan were involved in chaos after a Misfits Boxing fightCredit: Tiktok/@proboxingfansKonan was seen being held backCredit: Tiktok/@proboxingfansKrept in a black jacket being held backCredit: Tiktok/@proboxingfansThe pair were hauled outCredit: Tiktok/@proboxingfansIn the alarming footage Konan can be seen desperately trying to wriggle free from bodyguards.Krept meanwhile appears to shove a female guest out of the way as she gets in the way to try and calm him down. Another woman is then caught up in the melee as the artist wrestles with someone in the crowd.Shocked bystanders watched on as the heated confrontation took place in full view following the Misfits boxing event.Video footage then ended with the two rappers being escorted outside of the gated area by security guards and other peacemakers.It is not yet confirmed what sparked the chaotic row.The viral video, which was originally uploaded to TikTok has now been viewed thousands of times.Viewers were quick to weigh in with their opinions in the comment section.Most read in BoxingOne wrote: “Should’ve let them in the ring!”Another said: “Grown men you know.”Hull City captain and his teammate brother ‘in brawl on nightclub dance floor’ – as club issues statementA third commented: “Clearly, someone has troubled them. This is not their normal behaviour so stop with all the judgements.””Easy to kick off when you’ve got tons of people holding you back,” said another.Some social media users claimed that the fight started when a group allegedly tried to steal Krept’s chain.But others were more sceptical and theorised that the rappers were trying to start promotion for an upcoming fight on Misfits boxing.Krept, Konan, SAUK Security and Misfits Boxing have been contacted for comment.It comes after corner shop boss and TikTok star Wakey Wines took on Mo Deen in a heavyweight bout.Aggressive pushes from Wakey, real name Mohammad Azar Nazir, got big roars from the crowd, as he was a huge fan favourite.By the final round Mo Deen looked tired as though he was just trying to survive.The judges scored the contest 48-47, 49-46, and 49-46 in favour of Wakey Wines – who gained online fame selling bottles of Prime when the drink, created by YouTubers KSI and Logan Paul, was difficult to get hold of and in high demand.A huge cheer from the crowd erupted as the corner shop boss got the victory.Read More on The SunThe rescheduled card came live from Derby, after the original card for March 29 was cancelled with KSI pulling out.Misfits is the home to celebrity-style crossover bouts and headed up by KSI.Krept & Konan attend the MOBO Awards 2025 in February 2025 in Newcastle upon TyneCredit: Getty More

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      ‘Don’t come at me like that’ – Awkward moment Derek Chisora is rejected by woman after asking her out for dinner

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      DEREK CHISORA was awkwardly rejected by a woman after asking her out for dinner on camera.The boxing star, who beat Otto Wallin in February for his 36th career win, was pied off after posing with the mystery woman at an event.Derek Chisora was turned down by a woman after asking her out for dinnerChisora, 41, wore a cowboy hat as the female fan asked for a photo.The pair posed together for several snaps in front of onlookers.But things quickly became awkward as Chisora, who plans on retiring after his next fight, asked her out for dinner.The ace first said, “How are you?”, to which the woman replied: “Good, thanks.”READ MORE IN BOXINGChisora then changed course as he asked: “When are we going to grab dinner?”However, the woman responded: “Woah. Don’t be coming at me like that.”Chisora wasn’t overly fazed as he quipped: “Don’t you like dinner?”The woman answered: “I like dinner… on my own.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BETS AND BETTING SIGN UP OFFERSFans responded to the awkward clip on social media.One said: “He just asked her out basically and she thought that was somehow crossing the line?”ITV commentator forced to cut short Derek Chisora’s Cheltenham interview after telling punters ‘put your house on it’ Another declared: “How should a man ask a woman if they’re going to grab dinner or not?”One noted: “She grabbed him like he was her boyfriend and got upset about grabbing dinner with him.”Another added: “Derek shooting his shot, can’t blame the lad.” More

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      Jake Paul’s send offer to fight KSI on CHRISTMAS EVE and reveals terms including PPV and drug testing

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      JAKE PAUL has a fight with KSI on his Christmas list after sending his bitter rival an offer to fight on December 24.The bitter YouTube enemies are yet to settle their score in the ring – despite recent attempts to strike a deal behind the scenes.KSI facing off with Jake Paul in 2020Credit: Getty Images – GettyNakisa Bidarian – co-founder of Most Valuable Promoters alongside Paul – revealed an offer to fight on Christmas Eve was sent to KSI. Bidarian said KSI and Wasserman – who promote Misfits Boxing bouts – have had the contract for 15 days. A bout over ten rounds, at 192.5lb, in an 18x18ft ring with VADA testing to be promoted by MVP and Wasserman was tabled. He added that the offer included a 50/50 deal PPV share other than the UK which is 60/40 in KSI’s favour and 60/40 to Paul in the US. READ MORE IN BOXINGA fan probed Bidarian over why the fight would be staged on Christmas Eve.He responded: “What are you watching Christmas Eve? Nothing. Jake and KSI will have the entire world’s attention.” Mams Taylor – KSI’s manager and co-founder of Misfits which homes to celebrity-style crossover bouts – hit back. Taylor said: “Hey man, we sent you an offer too and you insisted we redline yours. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”Yours is one sided. Ours is fair and clearly a real attempt to make the fight actually happen.”Taylor said they countered with a fight in the US, with a coin toss to decide who walks out second. Jake Paul reveals stunning behind-the-scenes talks to fight Oleksandr Usyk after teasing shock world title shotIt would include full drug testing, at 190lb over eight rounds in a 20x 20ft ring, co-promoted down the middle with both to mutually approve all costs.Taylor added: “Your contract had MVP as lead promoter in charge of everything and you put Wasserman boxing USA as side promoter. “(FYI Wasserman boxing USA does not exist). You purposely omitted Misfits as an ego based mind game tactic. “C’mon man. Let’s give the people what they want and not let ego’s get in the way. “We have a duty to our clients and respect due to the fans that made them!!”KSI, 31, is yet to fought since losing a controversial decision to Tommy Fury, 26, in October 2023.He was due to return last August but pulled out with a hand injury before illness saw him withdraw from facing MMA star Dillon Danis, 31, in March.KSI is now due to have surgery on his busted hand with his boxing career up in the air.Meanwhile, Paul, 28, returns against ex-middleweight world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr, 39, on June 28 in a cruiserweight clash.It comes after he fought at heavyweight in November to beat Mike Tyson, who controversially came out of retirement aged 58.Paul now drops back down to the 200lb limit of 14st 4lb while KSI lost to Fury a stone lighter at 183lb. Their weight disagreement has been the biggest factor standing in the way of the grudge bout. And Bidarian said: “Not engaging in a back and forth.”We proposed our terms to Wasserman on April 4 and the offer that followed was those exact terms. Jake Paul wants to fight KSI.Read More on The Sun”He does not need to fight KSI. Jake has campaigned at 200+ since December of 2023 and plans to continue at that weight with the intention to contest for a world championship by the end of 2026.” Jake Paul returns on June 28 against Julio Cesar Chavez JrCredit: The Mega Agency More

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      Anthony Joshua sends emotional message to Dave Allen after boxer’s heroic battle with suicide and gambling demons

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA hailed Dave Allen’s emotional journey from suicidal gambling addict to heavyweight boxing hero. Allen has been open and honest about suffering from depression after blowing hundreds of thousands through betting.Dave Allen celebrates knocking out Johnny FisherCredit: GettyAnthony Joshua hailed Allen onlineCredit: GettyBut the father-of-two has turned his life and career around with the help of his family while always remaining a favourite among British fans.And Allen scored the biggest and perhaps most brutal win of his career after knocking out Johnny Fisher in round five of their rematch.The win was widely celebrated by supporters who have lived every inch of Allen’s rollercoaster career – with AJ just one of his admirers. Joshua, 35, posted: “Dave was suicidal, a gambling addict who everyone thought was finished a few years ago. READ MORE IN BOXING”Now he’s got a family, a few hundred thousand to his name and got his biggest win.” Allen, 33, left Saudi Arabia in December with a controversial split-decision loss to Fisher, 26, despite scoring a fifth-round knockdown. But he took it out of the judges hands at the Copper Box re-run after flooring Fisher – again in round five – with a clubbing right hand. And with just seconds remaining in the round, Allen knocked Fisher out with a massive left hook following on from a combination to the body. Most read in BoxingHe said afterwards: “This means everything to me. I’ve been written off so many times.”You know what it means? The belt, everything, my kids. I’m gonna have an en suite, they’ll have their own bathroom between them.Shocking moment boxing referee is viciously attacked by several men in ring after fight before he is sent flying”At this level, I’m a handful. He overexaggerated the movement, which worked against him.”I’ve got experience, I know the game inside-out. I’m him, but with 30 more fights basically.”He’s my friend. He’s a very good friend of mine. I wouldn’t allow [a trilogy fight] to happen, because it’s not in his best interests.”Fisher was left needing oxygen after the stoppage but took to Instagram to say: “I weren’t good enough tonight but that’s what boxing is all about and that’s what sport is all about.”The best people keep coming and keep going and don’t let one little blip get them down.”Allen knocked Fisher out with a brutal left hookCredit: PAAllen made sure not to leave it to the judgesCredit: PAFisher needed oxygen in the aftermathCredit: Getty More