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      Dana White expresses fears for ‘friend’ Mike Tyson against Jake Paul as UFC boss slams Netflix fight

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      UFC boss Dana White has expressed concerns over Mike Tyson’s comeback fight against Jake Paul.The former undisputed heavyweight champion is set to return to the ring in July for a shock showdown with the YouTuber-turned-boxer.Boxing legend Mike Tyson returns to the ring later this year to face Jake PaulCredit: INSTAGRAM@JAKEPAULThe fight will be streamed live on Netflix on July 20Credit: NETFLIXUFC president Dana White has concerns about Iron Mike returning to the ring aged 58Credit: GETTYBoxing legend Tyson will be 58 when he shares the ring with the former Disney star, who is over THIRTY YEARS his junior.White is a long-time pal of Iron Mike’s and can’t help but feel he’s making a mistake lacing up his gloves again.The veteran promoter said: “He gets mad when I do this, but Mike’s 60, man.“I don’t know, what do you guys think about it? Who gives a sh*t what I think? It’s not my fight.READ MORE IN BOXING“I love Mike Tyson personally as a friend, and he’s one of my favorite athletes of all time. I don’t know.”Let’s see what he can go in there and put together a training camp and come in. “I don’t like to see guys fighting at (that age).”White has been vocal about his criticism of crossover and influencer fights in recent years.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHow Mike Tyson and Jake Paul stack upAnd he won’t change his opinion on them just because his good friend Tyson is taking part in one.He said: “It’d be a 31-year age difference during that fight. You guys know what I think of that stuff.”Mike Tyson looks sharp ahead of bout against Jake Paul in fresh clip posted to his InstagramTyson retired from professional boxing in 2005 following back-to-back losses to Danny Williams and Kevin McBride.But he returned to the ring in November 2020 for an exhibition bout with fellow icon Roy Jones Jr.Paul, meanwhile, fought three times in 2023 – a year he kicked off with a defeat to Tommy Fury.The social media sensation was in action earlier this month, decimating Ryan Bourland in under three minutes. More

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      Jake Paul says brother Logan LIED about turning down Mike Tyson fight and reveals who was first choice for Netflix bout

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      JAKE PAUL has hit back after brother Logan claimed he was offered to fight Mike Tyson first. The YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake and heavyweight icon Tyson are due to collide on July 20 in Texas in what will be Netflix’s debut to live boxing.Logan Paul claimed he turned down a fight with Mike TysonCredit: Youtube Adin Ross hosted a stream with Jake PaulCredit: Youtube Arch rival KSI has been among one of the heaviest critics of the controversial clash due to the 30-year age gap.And KSI voiced this on the latest Jake’s brother Logan’s Impaulsive podcast.But Logan said: “For both Mike and Jake, the bag. Like at one point, you can’t, I don’t know if you can say no. “I said no to fighting Mike Tyson. I was offered, yeah I was offered it, but not on Netflix and not for a big ass bag. READ MORE IN BOXING”It was just like an, ‘Oh, this could be a real fight.’ Because I’ve been asked before, I’m sure you have too, ‘Do you think you could beat Mike Tyson?'”And my answer was and will be, ‘Yes.’ I just think he’s too old, bro. He’s senile.” Logan, 28, was linked with facing Tyson, 57, after the boxing icon made his shock comeback in 2020 for an exhibition with Roy Jones Jr. And while on a stream with Adin Ross, Jake was played back Logan’s comments about turning down a deal with Iron Mike. Most read in BoxingCredit: The SunCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL The younger Paul brother said: “Yeah, which is also not true. We’re the ones that brought the deal to Mike Tyson. “So I don’t know why he would say that. Me and Most Valuable Promotions and my partner Nakisa struck a deal with Netflix and then went to other fighters to get them involved. KSI claims 61-year-old boxing legend DM’d him on Instagram to set up fight in wake of Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul”It started with Tommy Fury, he wanted more money and there wasn’t more money. “Then we went to Mike Tyson and after like months of talking, got him to be down to fight. “And so Mike Tyson wasn’t offering people deals. So I don’t know what he’s talking about.” Jake, 27, suffered his first and so far only defeat to Fury, 24, in February 2023 but he has won his last three since then. Meanwhile, Tyson is yet to return since drawing over eight spectacle rounds with fellow American great Jones four years ago. Jake Paul facing off with Mike TysonCredit: @jakepaul More

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      KSI claims 61-year-old boxing legend DM’d him on Instagram to set up fight in wake of Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul

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      KSI claimed boxing legend Evander Holyfield reached out in private to set up a fight in the wake of Jake Paul’s bout with Mike Tyson. YouTuber-turned boxer Paul and heavyweight icon Tyson are to collide on July 20 in Texas.KSI spoke out against Jake Paul’s fight with Mike TysonCredit: Youtube And KSI has been among one of the heaviest critics of the controversial clash due to the 30-year age gap. KSI was a guest on Paul’s brother Logan’s Impaulsive podcast where he claimed 61-year-old Holyfield messaged him to organise a fight. He said: “Do you know what the funny thing is? Evander Holyfield followed me, messaged me, DM’d me, I said, ‘Nah.’ “I ain’t doing that. I just don’t want to be seen as the guy, I feel like for me, it’s low hanging fruit.” READ MORE IN BOXINGTyson, 57, officially retired in 2005 but returned 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 and suffered his only defeat to Tommy Fury, 24, in February 2023 but he has won three since.Exact rules and regulations of the mega-fight with Tyson, likes rounds and whether it will be professionally sanctioned or not are yet to be released.But Paul’s business partner and Most Valuable Promotions co-founder Nakisa Bidarian has confirmed no headgear will be worn. Most read in BoxingCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL KSI, who has had seven bouts himself, continued his criticism by adding: “He’s going to get so many people watching, like millions and millions. “Everyone is going to know him as the guy that knocked out an old Mike Tyson.” Mike Tyson looks sharp ahead of bout against Jake Paul in fresh clip posted to his InstagramPaul, 27, did hit back at KSI, 30, in a stream with Adin Ross, saying: “You want to know the difference between Mike Tyson and KSI?”Mike Tyson will actually fight me. So who’s the b***h now? That’s the difference, bro. ‘Oh, Mike’s this, Mike’s 57.'”But Mike signed the contract you f***ing b***h, KSI. You can say what you want but you’re fat running around doing Sidemen YouTube videos and I’m changing the sport of boxing.”The biggest fight of the 21st century, Netflix what could anyone possibly say while you’re making Fifa reaction videos? I’m sorry but we’re just not the same.”Jake Paul facing off with Mike TysonCredit: @jakepaul More

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      UFC legend sensationally reveals three reasons why Anthony Joshua would BEAT Francis Ngannou in MMA fight

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      UFC icon Demetrious Johnson has stunningly claimed Anthony Joshua could beat Francis Ngannou in a mixed martial arts match.AJ potentially ended the former UFC heavyweight champion’s foray into boxing last week with a brutal knockout in their crossover clash in Saudi Arabia.Francis Ngannou fought Anthony Joshua in a lucrative Saudi showdown last weekCredit: REUTERSNgannou was brutally knocked out by AJ in the second round of their Riyad rumbleCredit: GETTYEx-UFC flyweight champ Demetrious Johnson fancies AJ’s chances against Ngannou in an MMA fightCredit: GETTYIt took the Watford warrior less than two rounds to separate the MMA superstar from consciousness in their lucrative Riyad rumble.And after having seen the manner in which he dispatched of Ngannou, Johnson believes Joshua could have similar success inside the cage – provided The Predator tries to solely stand with him again.The former long-reigning UFC flyweight king said on his YouTube channel: “Does Anthony Joshua beat Francis Ngannou in an MMA fight? I think he does.“It would just be another striking match. AJ understands his distance. He understands the void.READ MORE IN BOXING”He has better hands than Francis, and he can make Francis even whiff and miss again.”Unless Francis is going to change his tactic and go clinch him and wrestle him. But AJ is very athletic.”He is smaller, he’s more limber. I think he’d be able to stuff the shot and be able to give it to Francis Ngannou.”Ngannou, 37, shone in his professional boxing debut last October against WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe Cameroonian clubber cut and dropped The Gypsy King in the third round of their clash, which he lost via split decision.Johnson, like many others, was blown away by Ngannou’s display that nigt but believes he showed all his cards against the Brit.Tyson Fury hits back at Eddie Hearn’s claims Anthony Joshua is best heavyweight in world and vows to make fight happenHe said: “Another thing that could have been Francis’ downfall was he had that boxing match with Tyson Fury.”So Anthony Joshua got an opportunity to see Francis fight boxing.”What he took from the boxing match on Francis vs. Tyson? He probably took, ‘Okay, Francis doesn’t move his head.”He doesn’t really move his head. He’s not very light on his feet,’ where Tyson Fury, he’s kind of light on his feet, and Tyson’s trying to avoid the fight.”This time, Anthony Joshua got right to work right off the bat, and that’s usually not a good sign if the other opponent doesn’t respond.”Ngannou cut a devastated and forlorn figure after the loss but is adamant his journey is far from over.He told SecondsOut: “Absolutely [I still plan to box].READ MORE SUN STORIES”Right now I feel like I have an obligation to continue because it owes me now.”I think boxing owes me now and I really intend to collect.”Francis Ngannou insists he won’t be walking away from boxingCredit: REUTERS More

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      Major rule change in Jake Paul’s fight with Mike Tyson CONFIRMED with rumours of 18oz gloves and headgear squashed

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      JAKE PAUL and Mike Tyson will NOT fight with headguards on. The YouTuber-turned boxer and heavyweight icon are to collide in a controversial clash on July 20 in Texas. Jake Paul and Mike Tyson facing offCredit: @jakepaulExact rules and regulations of the mega-fight, likes rounds and whether it will be professionally sanctioned or not are yet to be released. British heavyweight Derek Chisora – who has no involvement whatsoever in the bout – made some wild claims. Chisora alleged that Paul, 27, and Tyson, 57, would wear headguards and box in huge 18oz gloves. But the baseless claims were put to bed by Paul’s business partner and Most Valuable Promotions co-founder Nakisa Bidarian. READ MORE IN BOXINGBidarian posted on Instagram: “Unequivocally there is no headgear for Paul vs Tyson. “Haters spreading fake news but it won’t stop the 10’s of millions of views.”Tyson retired in 2005 only to 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 and suffered his only defeat to Tommy Fury, 24, in February 2023 but he has won three since.Most read in BoxingCredit: The SunCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL And he looks to put his pro record on the line when he takes on ring royalty in Iron Mike, in what will be Netflix’s first move into live boxing. The fight for the ages has come under heavy scrutiny due to the 30-year age gap with Paul’s arch rival KSI among the biggest critics. Mike Tyson looks sharp ahead of bout against Jake Paul in fresh clip posted to his InstagramBut Paul hit back on a stream with Adin Ross: “You want to know the difference between Mike Tyson and KSI? “Mike Tyson will actually fight me. So who’s the b***h now? That’s the difference, bro. ‘Oh, Mike’s this, Mike’s 57.’ “But Mike signed the contract you f***ing b***h, KSI. You can say what you want but you’re fat running around doing Sidemen YouTube videos and I’m changing the sport of boxing. “The biggest fight of the 21st century, Netflix what could anyone possibly say while you’re making Fifa reaction videos? “I’m sorry but we’re just not the same.” More

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      Anthony Joshua given fresh hope in landing Tyson Fury fight as boxing chief gives green light for all-Brit bout

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      TYSON FURY has been given the green light by the WBC to fight Anthony Joshua if he defeats Oleksandr Usyk. Fury faces Usyk in the heavyweight division’s first ever four-belt unification on May 18 but the pair are also contracted to an immediate rematch. Tyson Fury with WBC president Mauricio SulaimanCredit: ReutersAnthony Joshua reacts after knocking out Francis NgannouCredit: GettyThe two-bout series threatens to see Fury tied up for the whole year, KOing hopes for a Battle of Britain bout with AJ. But Mauricio Sulaiman – president of the WBC in which Fury is champion – would give the go-ahead to face AJ after Usyk. Sulaiman told Sky Sports: “The WBC was presented a sanction request which was to fight for the undisputed. “The WBC accepted that sanctioning and we accepted the rematch they have requested.READ MORE IN BOXING”But, if it is not anything to do with contractual or promotion, we would absolutely accept the winner to fight Joshua.”The WBC has been very much attentive to this matter. So we have completely freed the ground for the undisputed, for a rematch, and for another fight of that level.”The WBC position right now is very open to support the undisputed champion taking on the fights that the fans want to see.”Fury was ringside in Saudi Arabia to watch Joshua knock out Francis Ngannou in two rounds. Most read in BoxingCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL It was only five months earlier that the MMA superstar, 37, floored Fury only to lose a controversial split-decision. So AJ’s stunning stoppage had his promoter Eddie Hearn hailing him as the world’s best heavyweight. Tyson Fury hits back at Eddie Hearn’s claims Anthony Joshua is best heavyweight in world and vows to make fight happenBut Fury – who faces the man who twice beat Joshua in Usyk – had something to say about that as he vowed to set the super-fight up. He told BBC: “Congratulations to Joshua, but listen we all know styles make fights and Eddie Hearn’s shouting he’s the best heavyweight in the world, we know he’s not. “He’s already been beaten by Usyk twice and I’ve got to deal with that problem for him. “So after I’ve done that – twice – and if he’s still available, we’ll get it on. Get it on like Donkey Kong!”  More

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      Jake Paul’s business partner launches stinging attack on ‘hypocrite’ Eddie Hearn after promoter slammed Mike Tyson fight

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      JAKE PAUL’S business partner hit back at “hypocrite” Eddie Hearn after the boxing promoter slammed the Mike Tyson fight. YouTuber-turned boxer Paul and heavyweight icon Tyson are set to clash on July 20 in Texas despite the 30-year age gap. Eddie Hearn labelled Mike Tyson’s comeback fight against Jake Paul ‘really sad’Credit: GettyJake Paul’s business partner Nakisa Bidarian hit back at HearnCredit: GettyHearn – who promoted Katie Taylor’s super-fight against Amanda Serrano alongside Paul – was quick to talk down Tyson’s return. He told iFL TV: “I guess if you criticise it you’re a hater, aren’t you? “So I’m probably not the best person to ask because I love the sport of boxing. I find it incredibly sad, but it’s a big event, you can’t deny that. “But is he 60 yet, Mike Tyson? 58? Something like that. One of the greatest fighters that ever lived.READ MORE IN BOXING”But I’m one of a small per cent of absolute mad boxing lovers that it actually breaks my heart to see that.”Hearn was in Saudi Arabia at the time of the comments to promote Anthony Joshua’s fight with ex-UFC champion Francis Ngannou.But days before AJ’s knockout win, the Matchroom Boxing chief expressed interest in Manny Pacquiao, 45, facing Conor Benn, 27. PacMan has not fought professionally since 2021 and Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions co-founder Nakisa Bidarian was quick to call out Hearn. Most read in BoxingCredit: The SunCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL He said on social media: “It’s incredibly ironic and, as usual, hypocritical of Eddie Hearn to talk negatively about another event.“Eddie was standing between Manny Pacquiao, a very small-statured 45-year-old man, and his next opponent, a 27-year-old Matchroom fighter who has had issues getting licensed in the UK to box again. It’s incredibly sad.Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson confirmed with ‘biggest fight of the 21st century’ to be shown live on Netflix “He spends more time speaking about other people’s business than he does tending his own.”Benn in 2022 failed two pre-fight drug tests before his would-be fight with Chris Eubank Jr, 34, and he has been fighting to clear his name ever since. He is currently without a British Boxing Board of Control licence after his clearance by UKAD was appealed. The BBBoC’s appeal with UKAD is ongoing with all parties believed to be awaiting a result. If UKAD refuse to overturn their initial decision, Benn will be free to box in Britain again. Meanwhile, Tyson, 57, retired in 2005 only to return in 2020 for an exhibition bout against Roy Jones Jr, which ended in an eight-round draw.And Paul, 27, is 9-1 as a boxer and suffered his only defeat to Tommy Fury, 24, in February 2023 but he has won three since.The exact rules and regulations surrounding the controversial clash with Tyson are yet to be confirmed as Netflix make their first move into boxing.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut Bidarian took to social media to insist no headguards will be worn during the fight – denying rumours that had been circling. He posted: “Unequivocally there is no headgear for Paul vs Tyson. Haters spreading fake news but it won’t stop the 10’s of millions of views.” Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will not be wearing head guards More

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      Anthony Joshua’s KO over Francis Ngannou proves Tyson Fury is ‘on the decline’, says ex-world champ Carl Froch

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      CARL FROCH claimed Anthony Joshua’s knockout of Francis Ngannou was evidence Tyson Fury is “on the decline”.Ngannou was brutally knocked out by AJ in two rounds following three knockdowns and one final ruthless right hand.Francis Ngannou knocked down Tyson FuryCredit: GettyJoshua knocked out Ngannou in two roundsCredit: ReutersBut just five months earlier on his boxing debut he floored Fury – only to lose a controversial split-decision.The differing performances and results leaves ex-world super-middleweight champion Froch convinced Fury’ time at the top is up.He said: “Fury must have just been having a really bad night – or, like I think, Fury’s past his best. He’s seen better days.“I study the sport and I study the fights, and Tyson Fury used to throw 30-plus feints a round. READ MORE IN BOXING”Feint, feint. Draw his opponent in, feint. Double jab, right hand. He’s not doing the feints anymore. He’s doing four or five feints. “He’s slow on his feet. He’s been knocked down five times [in recent years]. “When you’re hitting the floor and getting hit on the chin and not throwing feints and not as busy as you used to be, that means you’re past your best and you’re on the decline and you’re on the slide.” Fury, 35, returns on May 18 in an undisputed title showdown against Oleksandr Usyk, 37, in Saudi Arabia.Most read in BoxingCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL The first ever four-belt heavyweight unification was postponed after the Gypsy King suffered a horror cut in sparring two weeks out from the boutAnd now Froch – speaking at the Boxing Writers Club – questions if the WBC champion will ever make it to the historic title bout. Tyson Fury and Paris spend £140 bargain hunting in Asda and says ‘Boris Johnson would be proud’ of his savingsHe added: “I don’t think the Usyk fight happens. “If it does, [Fury] must love the pound note, because he’s got enough money. He don’t need to fight. “If he fights Usyk, he’ll get beat – unless I’m totally wrong and Fury’s just not taking the sport seriously.“When I watched that Netflix series – he’s up and down mentally. If he takes it seriously and he fancies it and he’s happy and on a high, he trains properly. “You might see the last, best Tyson Fury. He might get in there with Usyk and be too big for him and too quick, and beat him and dominate him, and then I hope he retires.“But, one, I don’t think the fight will happen. Two, if it happens, I think – unless he rekindles the old flame – he’s going to get easily beat. I don’t think it’ll be a knockout or anything like that. READ MORE SUN STORIES”I just think it’ll be a points job, or maybe a late stoppage, because Usyk is a lot smaller than him, and a bit lighter. “But he’s growing into the weight now. But he’s an old man himself. He’s past his best.”Froch with The Sun’s Colin Hart at the Boxing Writers ClubCredit: Rex More