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      Anthony Joshua in line for world title fight BEFORE facing winner of Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA could be in line for a world title shot before waiting out for the winner of Tyson Fury versus Oleksandr Usyk. Fury and Usyk meet in the heavyweight division’s first four-belt unification on May 18 in Saudi Arabia. Anthony Joshua could challenge for the IBF title if it becomes vacantCredit: ReutersAnd a rematch is to follow due to a clause in their contracts but not all the titles are expected to be on the line. Filip Hrgovic is the current IBF mandatory challenger and next in line for a shot at the strap. And after Fury, 35, faces Usyk, 37, by the time the rematch comes around the IBF gold will likely be vacated to allow for Hrgovic’s shot. Joshua, 34, is just behind Hrgovic in the rankings and promoter Eddie Hearn is eyeing that fight for the vacant title if it does indeed become free. READ MORE IN BOXINGIt would give AJ the chance to become a three-time world champ while setting up potentially another undisputed clash between Fury or Usyk. Joshua is coming off four wins, most recently a knockout over MMA superstar Francis Ngannou, 37. Meanwhile, Hrgovic is in talks to fight Britain’s Daniel Dubois in Saudi on June 1 with Deontay Wilder also lined up to face China’s Zhilei Zhang. It means if Dubois, 26, was to beat Hrgovic, 31, and inherit his right to challenge for the title, then Joshua could compete for it in an all-British blockbuster.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSDubois’ promoter Frank Warren confirmed the heavyweight is in talks for his next bout but welcomed the Joshua showdown in the future. Warren told Sky Sports: “Daniel, at the moment we’re negotiating a fight. Saudi sports chief teases ‘something huge at Wembley in September’ as details of Queensberry-Matchroom 5 vs 5 revealed”I can’t go into the details but it’s going to be a very meaningful fight – a very meaningful fight for him.”I’d love to see that fight. An all British affair, there’s nothing like one of those for us over here. I’d love to see that.”Daniel Dubois is in talks to fight Filip HrgovicCredit: Reuters More

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      KSI threatens to SUE after Misfits Boxing 13 delayed for over an hour after arena evacuated after bizarre swatting hoax

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      KSI has threatened to sue the culprits after his Misfits Boxing 13 event was “swatted”.The show took place at Worldwide Stages arena in Tennessee last night.KSI vowed to take legal action after his show was ‘swatted’Credit: GettyThe venue had to be evacuated during the second round of the fight between Lil Cracra and Yuddy Gang due to what was perceived at the time to be a possible bomb threat.Fans and staff were forced to flee the venue, with the action not getting back underway for another 80 minutes.KSI, 30, later claimed that the event had been “swatted”.”Swatting” is an internet prank that sees a hoax phone call report a serious crime to emergency services – leading to a swat team being called.READ MORE IN BOXINGWatching on, KSI wrote on X: “I’ve never seen an event that I’m watching LIVE, get swatted. America’s different.”Whoever called in the bomb threat, well played.”You’ve now just made Misfits 13 one of the most talked about events.”KSI then vowed to take strong legal action.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERHe added: “The event is back plus the swatter is gonna get sued and arrested. Long day. VPNs won’t save you.”Misfits announcer Todd Grisham offered an explanation of what had gone on.KSI’s Misfits Boxing in talks with FIVE footballers with Man Utd icon Wayne Rooney still expected to make shock switchHe wrote on social media: “We apologise for that brief delay.”Basically what happened is the local law enforcement authorities out of an abundance of caution asked everyone to clear the arena so they could do an in-depth security check.”They did that and have been given the all-clear so we will continue the show.”The bout between Lil Cracra and Yuddy Gang did NOT get back underway and was ruled a no-contest.But the other fights on the main card did go ahead as planned.In the main event, Fox The G beat Evil Hero via first round TKO.The Misfits Boxing event was delayed by 80 minutes More

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      Glamorous grid girl goes topless and gives fans more than they bargained for in risque Instagram video

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      ANTONIA SALT risked a red flag as the grid girl went topless in an Instagram video.The model is equally popular for parading around a boxing ring as she is for her trackside role.Antonia Salt posted one of her cheekiest ever clipsCredit: Instagram @toniasaltxxAntonia couldn’t resist laughing and giving a jig after putting the top onCredit: Instagram @toniasaltxxAntonia Salt has 35,500 Instagram followersCredit: Instagram @toniasaltxxBut her latest risque offering on social media might have raised a warning flag rather than a scorecard.Antonia shared a clip of herself in just leggings and socks.The motorsport influencer then “bared right” as he turned her back to the camera to put on a short, tight top.She burst into giggles when she slipped into the long-sleeved T-shirt.READ MORE TOP STORIESAnd she might be just as amused by the reaction her video received.”Toni beautiful, sexy,” wrote one admirer, while an enthusiast from across the English Channel simply said: “Magnifique.”Antonia finished the clip with a flourish by wiggling to the camera and relaxing on a huge sofa.The Monster Energy girl is famous online for dazzling fans with a previous lingerie shoot for Valentine’s Day.Most read in BoxingAnd she’s been ringside at massive occasions such as Tyson Fury vs Dillian Whyte in 2022 and Joe Joyce vs Zhilei Zhang a year later.Antonia has strongly defended the glamorous scorecard-holding role amid criticism from some quarters.I’m a boxing ring girl… it can be really awkward – it’s not as simple as walking around holding a cardShe once posted: “All these years, we’ve constantly been talked about by Facebook mums and haters on social media – that we aren’t really needed and our role is pointless.”But you wouldn’t believe how much the whole team would go into meltdown if we weren’t there! “In a male-dominated industry, they depend on us women more than they’d care to admit!”And having torn off a strip at ring-girl rejectors, she’s now done a different sort of dressing-down online!Salt was peppered with praise for this leather lookCredit: Instagram / @toniasaltxxAdmirers have praised her daring photoshootsCredit: Instagram @toniasaltxxOne fan said ‘I love you, crazy girl’ after seeing this snapCredit: Instagram @toniasaltxx More

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      Saudi sports chief teases ‘something huge at Wembley in September’ as details of Queensberry-Matchroom 5 vs 5 revealed

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      SAUDI ARABIAN chief Turki Alalshikh has revealed he is planning a “huge” boxing show at Wembley in September.It comes as he also unveiled the weight classes for the 5 vs 5 show in June between Frank Warren’s Queensbury Promotions and Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing.A huge boxing show could be coming to Wembley in SeptemberCredit: GettySaudi Arabian adviser Turki Alalshikh also revealed the weight classes for the 5 vs 5 between promoters Frank Warren, left, and Eddie Hearn, rightCredit: Matchroom BoxingThe Saudi adviser, 42, has brought some huge fights to the Middle East over the last 12 months including Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou and Anthony Joshua vs Ngannou.Saudi will also play host to the undisputed heavyweight clash between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk on May 18.But now he appears set to expand overseas as he plans a blockbuster show in London.Alalshikh said: “I’m talking, thinking and studying with Frank Warren and Eddie Hearn to do something huge in Wembley in September as a commercial for Riyadh Season.”READ MORE IN BOXINGIt has not yet been confirmed who will headline the big Wembley boxing card, but more details have been released for his June 1 show in Saudi.The event, that will take place in Riyadh, is set to be headlined by an undisputed light-heavyweight contest between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol.That will not be included in the “5 vs 5” format which will see promoters Warren and Hearn pit their fighters against one another.But the weight classes for each of the match-ups have now been revealed.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERWarren picked two, heavyweight and middleweight, while Hearn selected featherweight and light-heavyweight.The fifth and final weight class was picked by Alalshikh – who selected a second heavyweight contest.Oleksandr Usyk grimaces as he watches Anthony Joshua’s brutal KO of Francis Ngannou The fighters for each bout will be confirmed at a London press conference in the coming weeks.Another detail revealed about the show is that Hearn and Warren will each “captain” one of their chosen weight classes to make the fight worth two points.The remaining three fights on the card will be worth one point. More

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      Mike Tyson sends chilling warning to Jake Paul as boxing legend’s fight strategy is revealed for controversial clash

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      MIKE TYSON has sent a chilling warning Jake Paul’s way ahead of their shock showdown.The boxing icon will come out of retirement in July to face the social media sensation in a controversial Texas tussle.Jake Paul throws down with boxing legend Mike Tyson in JulyCredit: INSTAGRAM@JAKEPAULThe pair’s controversial clash will be streamed on NetflixCredit: NETFLIXIron Mike has sent a chilling warning The Problem Child’s wayCredit: TWITTER@MIKETYSONFight fans worldwide have been left outraged by the booking of the bout as Paul is THIRTY YEARS Tyson’s junior.Tyson, however, has tried to dispel fears for his safety with a series of clips of him ferociously hitting the pads.And his most recent training video came with a warning for The Problem Child.The former undisputed heavyweight champion wrote on his Snapchat: “Jake Paul, where you at?”READ MORE ON TYSON VS PAULTyson returned to the ring in November 2020 for an exhibition with fellow boxing great Roy Jones Jr.But he looked every bit his 54 years as he shuffled around the ring in the bizarre draw.Tyson’s head coach Rafel Cordeiro is well aware of the concerns over the legend’s return but insists they’re misplaced.During an appearance on The MMA Hour, he said: “I believe we don’t have to be concerned about it. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”We’re talking about a two-time world champion.”The guy didn’t have 20 fights in two years, he knows how to fight. Credit: The Sun”He’s fought against the best guys in the world.”When he steps inside the ring he knows what to do. Mike Tyson looks sharp ahead of bout against Jake Paul in fresh clip posted to his Instagram”It’s not something new for Mike, and this fight is no different.“He works hard every single day to go in there and try to knock Jake out from the beginning to the end.”This is his style, nobody has taught Mike Tyson how to fight. He’s going to prove that in July.”You can see fire in his eyes when he trains, and he will never give less than that. “I truly believe it is going to be a great show.” More

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      Misfits Boxing 13 EVACUATED mid-fight over ‘swatting’ incident as KSI says ‘America’s different’

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      KSI was left stunned after his Misfits Boxing event was evacuated mid-fight over a swatting incident.Misfits Boxing 13 took place at the Worldwide Stages arena in Tennessee.Misfits Boxing 13 was halted over a hoax bomb threatKSI warned the culprit would be found and punishedCredit: GettyBut the event was halted during the second round of a fight between Lil Cracra and Yuddy Gang as the building had to be evacuated following reports of a possible bomb threat.KSI claimed the event was “swatted” – an internet prank which entails a hoax phone call reporting a serious crime to emergency services, leading to a SWAT team being deployed.The YouTuber-turned-boxer took to X to update fans on what was happening.He initially tweeted: “I’ve never seen an event that I’m watching LIVE, get swatted. America’s different 😂😂😂READ MORE IN BOXING”Whoever called in the bomb threat, well played.”You’ve now just made Misfits 13 one of the most talked about events 👌🏿”The event resumed following an 80-minute delay as KSI warned the culprit would be found and punished accordingly.He added: “The event is back plus the swatter is gonna get sued and arrested. Long day. VPNs won’t save you 😂”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMisfits commentator Todd Grisham issued an update on social media after the event was suspended.He said: “We apologize for that brief delay. Basically what happened is the local law enforcement authorities out of an abundance of caution asked everyone to clear the arena so they could do an in-depth security check. Jake Paul fumes ‘we live in a f***ed up world’ over shock claims Mike Tyson fight has an ‘agreed’ ending “They did that and have been given the all-clear so we will continue the show.”The fight between Lil Cracra and Yuddy Gang was ruled a no-contest after the delay but the three other fights scheduled for the card went ahead. More

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      Tyson Fury hints wife Paris is pregnant with their EIGHTH child with cryptic message ‘#8 incoming’ in Instagram post

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      TYSON FURY has hinted his wife Paris is pregnant with their eighth child.The boxer showered his partner with praise on social media after she wowed in a glamourous dress.Tyson Fury dropped a big hint that wife Paris is pregnantCredit: INSTAGRAM @tysonfuryThe couple could be set to welcome their eighth childCredit: Instagram/parisfury1Paris stole the show at her niece’s Sweet 16 birthday party with a silk dress and matching heels.She posted some snaps on Instagram, leading Fury to comment: “Looking 👀 a bit pregnant 🤰 here🙏💥👍🍀🙏”The heavyweight world champion then reposted the photo on his Instagram story, where he again teased Paris was pregnant.He wrote: “Mother of seven kids and still beautiful. Still strong and still my rock #eightincoming.”READ MORE IN BOXINGIt is not the first time Fury has hinted at his wife being pregnant, having taken a photo with his hand on Paris’ belly months before she gave birth to their seventh child, Prince Rico.In fact, Paris even played down speculation of a pregnancy on that occasion by writing on social media: “Had a great Christmas and some lovely family filled days. (PS Tyson’s hand is just there don’t start rumours).”The couple could be set to welcome their eighth child after Prince Rico was born in September.Venezuela, 13, is their eldest, followed by Prince John James, 11, Prince Tyson II, seven, Valencia, five, Prince Adonis Amaziah, four, and Athena, two.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAnd it is possible Paris’ pregnancy will be documented on the latest season of ‘At Home with the Fury’s’.Fury showed fans a behind-the-scenes look at filming for the reality TV show this week, which could air on Netflix later this year.Paris Fury gets viral nail trend & ends up ‘seriously’ regretting it – so would you go back & have them removed More

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      Campbell Hatton vs James Flint LIVE RESULTS: Hurricane loses on points despite gutsy performance in huge title fight

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      CAMPBELL HATTON has lost to the reigning Super Lightweight champion James Flint – but the Brit put in a gutsy performance.The judges called it: 98-92, 97-94 and 97-95 in favour of Flint.And as a result, it means that Hatton loses his undefeated 14-fight streak.
      RESULT: Flint BEATS Hatton
      Ring walks start time: approx 8pm GMT
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      BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThe lion roars
      Sandy Ryan says: “I am just happy.
      “I just believe in myself, I take myself out of the country for training, away from my friends and family.
      “I also thank Terri for being a great dance partner, she is a brilliant fighter and a great champion.”
      Copy linkCopiedRyan wins TKO R5
      Harper is pulled out on her stool before the fifth starts.
      Ryan is elated.
      The former sparring partners cuddle.
      That was a good stoppage of a one-sided fight.
      Copy linkCopiedHarper vs Ryan R4
      Harper buzzed again by booming right hands.
      Ryan is relentless and raw and ruthless.
      Harper is trying to reset and box but she’s being beaten up.
      Harper wants a boxing bout but Ryan has got them in a fight.
      Copy linkCopiedHarper vs Ryan R3
      Ryan’s new American team tell her to target Harper’s body.
      And she decides to dictate the power and pace as Harper struggles to stand her ground.
      Harper wobbles and staggers, Ryan unloads and whacks her head from side-to-side.
      Harper looks broken but now has a minute to recuperate.
      Copy linkCopiedHarper vs Ryan R2
      Perfect opening 30 seconds from Ryan, straight shots piercing Harper’s guard and slapping her face.
      Harper copes, regains composure and works back into the round.
      Harper is boxing more technically from distance but she looks vulnerable to the brutish approach from Derby.
      Copy linkCopiedHarper vs Ryan R1
      Harper with the busier start and the tighter defence but Ryan’s shots look and sound to pack more punch.
      Both ladies target the body, both snap out jabs.
      But it looks like Ryan is going to take her time and try to be more spiteful while Harper tries to bank rounds with industry.
      Copy linkCopiedHarper vs Ryan
      All-English world title fight now as Terri Harper challenges for Sandy Ryan’s WBO welterweight crown.
      Still only 10 rounds but they should be tight between two former sparring partners.
      Harper is the current WBA super-welter champ too, but that strap isn’t on the line tonight.
      Ryan recently swapped Derby for Las Vegas – for training – but she has more of a Jamiacan twang in her accent.
      Copy linkCopiedDavis wins UD
      The three ringside judges in Sheffield score it: 117-111, 116-112 and 116-112.
      Still undefeated and still classy.
      Copy linkCopiedDavis vs Williamson R12
      A left-hook-right-hand slaps Williamson’s head from right to left.
      But the brave Derbyshire man will not give up.
      Davis is 60 seconds from a points win.
      Then lands three hooks to make sure of it.
      Excellent fight, skill vs stamina, youth vs experience. But both great men.
      Copy linkCopiedDavis vs Williamson R12
      Williamson is told his own corner thinks he is a “couple of rounds behind”.
      Could that be the inspiration he needs to spring something spectacular?
      It’s Davis who lands the best early punch, a left hook.
      But Williamson eats it and pushed back.
      Copy linkCopiedDavis vs Williamson R11
      Williamson clipped by an uppercut, head rocked back.
      But Davis does not like pressing on the gas and lets Williamson off again.
      Williamson lands a long one-two and they slug it out for the last split-second of the penultimate session.
      Copy linkCopiedDavis vs Williamson R10
      Williamson will not give up, he’s buzzed again by a one-two but Davis will not stop this brave Trojan.
      Davis should stay well clear and preserve himself and his scores.
      But he is boldly trading and engaging and giving Williamson a longshot chance.
      “We need these two last rounds,” Williamson is told by his coach.
      Copy linkCopiedDavis vs Williamson R9
      Williamson is rocked, pushed back and peppered with excellent accurate punches.
      Williamson is punched back into the ropes but refuses to fold.
      Davis is coasting now, only a disaster could stop him.
      Williamson is taking a pasting but he’s not shown an ounce of pain.
      “He’s f***ing knacked” Williamson is told but his trainer.
      Copy linkCopiedDavis vs Williamson R8
      Left-hook-right-hand from out of a clinch score for Davis.
      Williamson has his gumshield smashed out with a left uppercut and hook.
      Beautiful boxing from Davis but a lack of power, so Williamson can always cling to a late Hail Mary.
      But Williamson’s eyes are swelling now. Another great bout.
      Copy linkCopiedDavis vs Williamson R7
      Classy defending from Davis, Williamson throwing textbook shots but missing by miles.
      Williamson seems to have the better engine, he is asking questions of the younger and fresher man.
      There must be a weakness in Davis’ armoury and maybe it’s his engine.
      Williamson’s corner tell him “he’s tiring”.
      Copy linkCopiedDavis vs Williamson R6
      Williamson finally connects with a scoring shot, but it’s right at the end of the fifth round, after Davis has already dominated him for 2:55mins.
      Davis moves into a southpaw stance and pushed around a bit more.
      Williamson has woken up and realised he has to press and pester Davis.
      More of a slugfest now, with Williamson wisely making it a brawl at close quarters.
      Copy linkCopiedDavis vs Williamson R5
      Williamson’s corner tell him to stop getting tagged by silly shots, but theres nothing silly about Davis’ shots or their selection.
      Two uppercuts slash through Williamson’s guard as he continues to surrender rounds.
      A check left hook makes Williamson stagger but he’s off balance, not hurt.
      Copy linkCopiedDavis vs Williamson R4
      Davis is putting on a boxing clinic here, on the backfoot but in total control.
      Williamson is trying to bang and bully his way into range and contention.
      But Davis is making him miss and tagging him with precise pot shots.
      Williams throws a right hand, Davis leans back an inch so he misses and whacks him back on the botton.
      So simple, but so good.
      Copy linkCopiedDavis vs Williamson R3
      Davis is looking so slick, catching Williamson with all different shots, from range and close-up.
      Williamson is getting beaten to every punch, made to miss and punished for mistakes.
      Prospect Davis is boxing like the veteran and Williamson looks like the raw novice.
      Copy linkCopiedDavis vs Williamson R2
      Great start from Davis, an uppercut and backhand, then a single right hand.
      Davis is switching stance but he looks most tasty in orthodox.
      These two sparring partners are going toe-to-toe and slugging it for money.
      Williams is always a second too slow or inch too far out, Davis making him look tired from the off.
      Copy linkCopiedDavis vs Williamson R1
      Troy Williamson weighed in 4lbs over the super-welter limit yesterday so he’s lucky Ishmael Davis even agreed to this bout happening and him getting paid.
      Williamson is rightly booed by the Sheffield crowd for his unprofessionalism.
      But the Darlington man makes a decent start and tries to boss the opener.
      Davis lands a bodyshot but Trojan Troy is a gladiator.
      Copy linkCopiedHatton honest
      Campbell says: “Early on I stuck to the plan but I have no arguments, he came on strong.
      “I think I did enough but no arguments. I just have to learn
      “I would love to do that again. All respect to Jimmy Joe.
      “I hope I showed a few people I am more than a silver spoon, I can dig in.”
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      Flint: “Well done to Campbell, he will come again, he’s a great fighter who will come again.
      “Experience won me the fight, the fight meant a lot to me, it’s for my little girl at home, Annie, that’s for her.”
      Copy linkCopiedHarsh for Campbell
      Flint deserved the win but the Kevin Parker card was very harsh.
      He had it 98-92 but it felt a far closer fight.
      Hatton loses his 0 but in a cracker.
      Copy linkCopiedFlint wins UD
      Hatton is defeated.
      The judges call it: 98-92, 97-94 and 97-95.
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