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      I fought Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao and Bernard Hopkins KO’d me but no one hit me harder than the ‘Bazooka’

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      OSCAR DE LA HOYA fought some of the best of his generation – but one opponent’s punching power stood above them all. De La Hoya shared the ring with Bernard Hopkins, Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao before retiring.
      Oscar De La Hoya beat Ike Quartey in 1999Credit: Getty
      De La Hoya said Quartey was the hardest puncher he facedCredit: AFP
      But none of them packed a punch quite like Ike Quartey, nicknamed Bazooka due to his heavy hands.
      De La Hoya told The Ring: “His punches were like bricks.
      “He hit me and it would sting me. Every punch he would hit me with, it would rattle me.”
      De La Hoya also admitted Quartey had the best jab he had faced, adding:  “Not only was it powerful, it was very consistent.”
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      The two had a back and forth battle for the WBC welterweight title in 1999.
      Quartey dropped De La Hoya in round three with a pair of thunderous left hooks.
      In the sixth, both men found themselves on the canvas and De La Hoya evened it up with two knockdowns each in the last round.
      The American was then awarded the win via split-decision.
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      Quartey, who won the WBA title in 1994, boxed up until 2006 but retired following defeat to Winky Wright.
      De La Hoya, a six-division champ who was considered a great of his era, was sent into retirement by Pacquiao in 2008.
      He now promotes under his Golden Boy banner, working with the likes of Ryan Garcia.
      Floyd Mayweather bear De La Hoya in 2007Credit: Getty
      De La Hoya was sent into retirement by Manny PacquiaoCredit: Getty
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      Jake Paul vs Andre August: Date, fight start time, TV channel, live stream and FULL card as Problem Child returns

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      JAKE PAUL will return to the ring to face American professional boxer Andre August in Orlando next month.The Problem Child has been out of action since he beat UFC legend Nate Diaz in Dallas back in August.
      Jake Paul will face Andre August on December 15thCredit: Instagram / jakepaul
      Paul won by unanimous decision despite being rocked by a number of punches from the 38-year-old.
      His next opponent, August, boasts an impressive CV with a 10-1-1 (5 KOs) pro record, with his latest triumph coming against Brandon Martin by unanimous decision.
      The fight between Paul and August will reportedly take place at cruiserweight and consist of eight rounds.
      When is Jake Paul vs Andre August?

      Jake Paul vs Andre August will take place on Friday, December 15.
      The card is set to start at 1am GMT/ 8pm ET.
      Ring-walks for the main event will be at approximately 4am GMT/ 11pm ET.
      The Caribe Royale Resort in Orlando, Flordia will host.

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      What TV channel is Jake Paul vs Andre August on and can it be live streamed?

      Jake Paul vs Andre August will be broadcast LIVE on DAZN in the UK and USA.
      In the UK, you can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £9.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of action.
      A flexible pass, worth £19.99-a-month, is also available, and you can cancel anytime.
      You can also pay £99.99 for the year upfront, and this is the lowest cost option.
      In the US, you can purchase a DAZN monthly subscription for $24.99 a month or $224.99 a year.
      DAZN also provide an option for $19.99 per month, but you will be locked into a 12-month contract.

      Full card
      Here are all the confirmed fights set to take place on the undercard so far:

      MAIN EVENT: Jake Paul vs. Andre August; Cruiserweight
      Shadasia Green vs. Franchon Crews Dezurn; For the vacant WBC super-middleweight women’s title
      Yoenis Tellez vs. TBA; Light middleweight
      Elijah Flores vs. TBA; Welterweight
      Xavier Bocanegra vs. TBA; Featherweight

      What’s been said?
      Jake Paul has spoken about his upcoming fight with Andre August, he said: “I’m a professional boxer and I want to be world champion, so I need to pursue the path towards greatness against people who have been boxing their whole life,” Paul said.
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      “So far, my entire boxing career has been on pay-per-view, but now it’s about more than business. Now I want to build my experience in the ring against seasoned fighters.
      “I’m coming to prove my greatness on Friday, Dec. 15 live on DAZN for the world to see.”
      Andre August has also shared his thoughts about the upcoming bout, he said: “I don’t talk very much. I’m all about that action,” August said.
      “Jake Paul has the money, the fame, the team and the resources, but he doesn’t have my hunger.
      “When that bell rings, I am going to go straight to Jake Paul and ring his bell and send him back to YouTube for good.” More

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      British former world champion retires moments after being viciously knocked out in first round of comeback

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      FORMER British world champion Kal Yafai announced his boxing retirement following a brutal knockout loss. Yafai was once considered one of the country’s best fighters during his four-year reign as WBA super-flyweight champ.
      Kal Yafai announced his boxing retirement following a brutal knockout lossCredit: Matchroom

      But in 2020, his 26-0 unbeaten record was snapped by ring icon Roman Gonzalez.
      Yafai bounced back with victory over Jerald Paclar and returned in Los Angeles against Jonathan Rodriguez.
      But it ended in a disaster as he was dropped and stopped in the very first round.
      Yafai, 34, hung up his gloves right after the bout but revealed his mind was made up even before the first bell sounded.
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      He said: “This was the end before the fight anyway. I had ‘The Last Dance’ on my robe and engraved in my shorts.
      “I knew I was coming to the end anyway.”
      Yafai, who represented Great Britain at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, leaves the sport with a 27–2 record.
      The ex-champ – whose brothers Galal and Gamal are still boxing – was wished well in his retirement and even by his old rival Charlie Edwards.
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      Edwards posted: “Just woke up and seen the result. Every dog has its day in this game.
      “I actually don’t hate Kal and I have shared some great memories with him throughout the years on the GB boxing team.
      “It’s a shame we couldn’t have our big night in the sport or boxing against one another but I wish him nothing but success, health and happiness in what ever comes next in life.
      “He did have a great amateur and professional career. Enjoy family time & retirement and well done on a great career.”
      Kal Yafai spent four years as WBA super-flyweight championCredit: Jamie McPhilimey – The Sun More

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      Jake Paul says shock fight with boxing legend is ‘closer’ than people think as he names dream opponent

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      JAKE PAUL said his dream fight against one of boxing’s biggest superstars is “closer” than people think. The YouTuber-turned boxer suffered defeat for the first time in February, losing a split-decision to Tommy Fury in Saudi Arabia.
      Jake Paul has his eyes on fighting one of boxing’s bestCredit: Reuters
      But he bounced back with victory over MMA veteran Nate Diaz, 38, over ten rounds in August.
      Now, Paul returns on December 15 against little-known professional boxer Andre August, who holds a record of 10-1-1.
      The American insisted the bout marks the start of his ambitious road to challenging for a world title.
      And also in his vision is four-division champion Canelo Alvarez, 33, who Paul, 26, believes he is closing in on an unlikely bout with.
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      He said on The MMA Hour: “Canelo has shown and said in interviews, he’s expressed interest in it. So, I think we’re closer than we think.
      “And it’s bizarre to even be saying that now when like three years or two years ago saying that, I believed it from day one but everyone else was like, ‘Who the f*** is this kid? Shut this kid up.’
      “But now, it’s like pretty real.”
      Canelo has spoken out to confirm a fight with Paul is something he would consider once his career at the top of boxing is over.
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      He said on The Breakfast Club: “Yeah maybe, but not right now.
      “For me, not right now because I’m chasing other things in my career but you never know, maybe later.”
      Paul believes fighting boxers such as Fury, 24, and August, 35, will help him build towards a bout with Canelo.
      And he admitted the Mexican has overtaken UFC icon Conor McGregor, 34, as his “dream” opponent.
      Paul said: “Yeah for sure, it definitely has. I think the path that I’m on now tees me up in the future to fight Canelo.
      “It’s even showing him that I can go ten or 12 rounds with you and I’ve done that with real legitimate pro boxers and beat them.
      “So when I beat these guys in the year or two to come and continue to raise the level of competition, I think me versus Canelo becomes a really interesting fight.”
      Canelo Alvarez beat Jermell Charlo in his last fightCredit: Getty More

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      Boxing ring girl Apollonia Llewellyn ogled by passer-by as she wears busty outfit on slot machine in Vegas

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      BOXING ring girl Apollonia Llewellyn was ogled by an onlooker on the Las Vegas slot machines. The Instagram influencer took her mum Paula on a trip to Sin City for Formula One weekend.
      Apollonia Llewellyn was ogled by a passer-by on the Las Vegas slot machinesCredit: INSTAGRAM @apolloniallewellyn
      Apollonia took her mum Paula on a trip to Sin City for Formula One weekendCredit: INSTAGRAM @apolloniallewellyn

      And she could not help herself from having a go on the slot machines – much to the delight of onlookers.
      Apollonia captured the moment one passer-by was “looking at the prize” as she wore a pink busty outfit.
      The social media star shot to recognition as a member of the Misfits Boxing fight night team.
      Apollonia recently revealed to SunSport how she was offered a staggering £100,000 to pose nude.
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      But she turned down the proposals out of respect for her family, insisting she isn’t money-oriented.
      Dad John and mum Paula approve of her modelling work. But she stops the line at nudity, despite being offered staggering six-figure sums. 
      Apollonia said: “My mum takes pretty much 90 per cent of those pictures, and I’ve got two brothers who are all for it.
      “My family know I don’t do topless or nude photos. It would be a different story if I did.
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      “But my dad is all for it, he says ‘the more publicity you get from a picture, the better so do the riskier stuff.’
      “I’ve been offered £100,000 for nude photos. As much as I support girls who do that, it’s just not for me.
      “People think I would and that I’m money-orientated, but I’m not.
      “I consider what my family think, so those people who make offers like that perceive me in the wrong way.”
      Inside Apollonia’s glamorous life as influencer, ring girl and model …
      Apollonia shot to recognition as a member of the Misfits Boxing fight night teamCredit: Instagram ApolloniaLlewellyn
      She has garnered her a huge social media presenceCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn
      Apollonia has over 560,000 Instagram followersCredit: https://www.instagram.com/apolloniallewellyn/
      She has turned down a staggering £100,000 to pose nude beforeCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn
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      Adam Azim vs Franck Petitjean LIVE RESULT: Assassin wins by knockout to claim European super-lightweight title

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      ADAM AZIM has continued his unbeaten record and become the new European super-lightweight champion following victory over Franck Petitjean in Wolverhampton.The 21-year-old had complete control of the bout and stopped Petitjean in the tenth after the former champion’s corner threw in the towel.
      And in the main event of the night, Tyler Denny became the new European middleweight champ in his hometown to complete an inspirational underdog story.

      Main card start time: 7pm GMT
      Live stream: NOW
      TV channel: Sky Sports Boxing

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      Shalom’s impressed
      Promoter Ben Shalom is very impressed by Tyler Denny.
      “I’ve never met a fighter who loves to fight as much as Tyler, it’s incredible,” he said after the fight.
      “It’s one of my highlights in boxing, it’s why I want to be in the sport. To come from where he has, to continue and to now be European champion is incredible.”
      He’s calling out Eubank!
      Denny was clear who he wants as his next opponent.
      “It’s unreal, I never would have dream something like this, I’m lost for words, I couldn’t do this without them.
      “Where’s Eubank Jr at? Come on, man. I’ll fight anybody!
      “I’ve fought everywhere, and this is the best place!”
      Denny on Cloud nine
      “This is the best. I’ve loved all week. To win the belt tops it all off.
      “I thought he was tiring big time. I felt I was going to get him out there anyway.
      “Something always happens in my fights, maybe that’s why people come and watch.”Denny on his performance
      Very strange moment
      Signani didn’t really appear like he wanted to come out for Round 8.
      He took an eternity to get out, spitting his gum shield out.
      It seems like his corner put him out of his misery.
      Denny won’t mind that though. He is the winner.
      All over
      Tyler Denny is the new champ!
      Signani’s corner appears to retire their man.
      Round 7
      Blood is pouring into that eye.
      Signani can barely see, often squinting in that round.
      Denny is patiently waiting for his moment, while Signani is hanging on in.
      All eyes on the corner.
      Round 6
      We had a break in play to treat Signani’s cut above his eye from an earlier clash of heads.
      The doctor came in to take a look, and deemed the fight can still go on.
      But you have to wonder if it could go to the cards. If it does, Denny is ahead.
      Round 5
      What a round!
      Denny and Signani are both swinging at each other.
      The former landed a left – again rocking the Italian’s head back.
      But, straight away Signani belted Denny with a right.
      Brutal.
      Round 4
      That fourth round was as open as it gets.
      Both went on the attack, with Signani looking a little lively when he gets his punches out.
      Denny is quick on his feet, avoiding the danger.
      Right before the bell, Denny lands a good left on Signani.
      Round 3
      Signani retreats following a flush shot from Denny.
      You get the feeling he is waiting for his opponent to slow down as we go through the rounds.
      He’s flat-footed, but playing the long game.
      Still, Denny is getting through.
      Round 2
      Denny’s boxing brilliantly.
      A nice right hand rocked the Italian, beating his defences and rocking his head back.
      Like Azim, it will be the combo work that will pay dividends.
      An overhand left, though, nearly catches Denny. He will have to watch that.
      Round 1
      Signani looks very stiff with his stance.
      Denny’s speed could dictate this fight, it will be up to him to do that against his 44-year-old opponent.
      Positive start from the challenger, who may have just edged that round.
      What a walk-in
      Forget Sweet Child of Mine’s intro.
      Because the champ from Italy Signani jogged into the ring before you could blink.
      Completely different to Denny who lapped up the crowd on his way in.
      We have a fight on!
      Catch your breath
      Like we have time to…
      There’s ANOTHER title fight on the line next.
      It’s Tyler Denny facing off against Matteo Signani.
      The European middleweight title is on the line. Let’s go!
      ‘I had to chop the tree down’
      “I’m feeling amazing. I want to thank my team and the main man Shane McGuigan for getting me to this point.
      “He was really tough, I knew I couldn’t stop him in the early rounds, this was a development fight for me, I had to chop the tree down and I did that. I could have gone another 15 rounds then.”Azim on Sky Sports
      In came the towel
      Azim floored Petitjean with those two right uppercuts.
      The towel came in from Petitjean’s corner, it was punishment enough.
      He lasted 10 rounds, bravely, but it was inevitable.
      A dominating performance from Azim…. the new European super-lightweight champion.
      It’s all over
      Adam Azim is the European champion.
      He has stopped Petitjean.
      Round 9
      Another low blow from Azim and the ref deducts a point.
      It won’t make a difference, if we continue in this vain.
      An annoyed Azim then goes after Petitjean as his corner egg him on.
      He’s picking Petitjean apart with right and left jabs.
      The European title is in the palm of his… gloves?
      Round 8
      Petitjean finds himself cornered as Azim unleashes more punches.
      He isn’t even looking to fight, moving away from the challenger who hunts Petitjean down.
      These combos are frightening.
      The belt is surely coming home.
      Round 7
      Petitjean fighting with more purpose this round.
      Well, he has to. He will need a knockout now.
      Azim’s speed showed once again – a five shot combo rocked Petitjean.
      A knockout could be on the cards, although he’s biding his time.
      Round 6
      Azim really grinding down Petitjean.
      He’s not only bagging the rounds, he’s making his opponent work around the ring.
      Difficult to see the French fighter hurting Azim.
      Azim gets another warning for a low blow, although again that seemed like it was on the belt of the shorts.
      Petitjean is good at taking punishment. A flurry of punches from Azim has the champ on the ropes, again with his arms close together on the defence.
      Round 5
      Somewhere along the line Petitjean is going to have to show a lot more.
      And a decent jab showed he’s capable of getting through Azim.
      But Azim stalks his opponent, to the point where a body shot floors his opponent.
      Petitjean is up after eight seconds, and spends the latter part of the round defending his body.
      Big moment in this fight.
      Round 4
      Azim’s comfortable here.
      And he’s starting to get in the range, unleashing a left hook that caught Petitjean.
      Petitjean is showing good defense.
      But that right hand now has come through a few times.
      Azim marched back to his corner. Man on a mission.
      Round 3
      A two-punch salvo throws Petitjean into the ropes.
      Azim is edging closer to his opponent and continuing to lead on the attack.
      You definitely could say Azim has won the first three rounds.
      Round 2
      Solid right hands from Azim.
      Petitjean starting to feel the pace and Azim’s undeniable power.
      Tepid start from the champ.
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      Jake Paul reveals when he will make anticipated MMA debut and slams Nate Diaz for rejecting $10m rematch

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      JAKE PAUL is closing in on his anticipated MMA debut – but he slammed Nate Diaz for turning down a $10million rematch. The YouTuber-turned boxer this year signed for the Professional Fighters League, a competing promotion to the UFC.
      Jake Paul is set to debut in MMA with the PFLCredit: PFL
      Nate Diaz has been called out for a rematch in MMA by Jake PaulCredit: Getty
      Paul, 26, is coming off the back of a ten-round points win over ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 38, in August.
      And both the American and the PFL have proposed a rematch in the cage.
      But Diaz has so far seemed uninterested and instead wants a return in the boxing ring – claiming a deal was even agreed.
      Paul has spoken out to deny this and insisted the rematch must take place in MMA – where he is set to debut in late 2024.
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      He told MMA Junkie: “I don’t know, I think they’re just begging. Pretty desperate, I guess.
      “Wanting to make money but not actually wanting to make things happen.
      “We’re ready, MMA, end of 2024, $10million (£8m), which is more than he’s ever made for an MMA fight – ever.
      “He’s sitting there asking for more money basically drunk tweeting random s*** and random fight posters, making himself look like a fool.
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      “I just can’t comprehend what they’re trying to do or what they’re saying, but this is the fight game.
      “Everyone says they want to do things, everyone calls people out, everyone blah, blah, blah, but no one actually makes s*** happen.
      “And that’s what I’ve looked to change in this sport and to just provide transparency to my audience about what’s actually going on with these negotiations and not being afraid to fight anyone anywhere, anytime, any place.”
      Paul returns on Friday, December 15 against 10-1-1 pro boxer Andre August, 35, but his PFL debut remains in the pipeline.
      He said: “Yeah, 100 per cent.
      “I’m going to start throwing knees and kicks and getting back to my Ohio Wrestling roots, shooting takedowns.
      “I truly believe that he knows it would be a really tough fight for him, and I think that’s the thing for him where he’s like, ‘Damn, do I risk my whole MMA reputation by giving this kid a chance here?’”
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      Tyson Fury breaks silence with classy response as Anthony Joshua links up with his old coach for Otto Wallin fight

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      TYSON FURY gave a classy response when asked about Anthony Joshua linking up with his former coach Ben Davison. Davison shot to recognition as the man that brought Fury back to the ring after an absence amid a mental health battle.
      Tyson Fury and trainer Ben Davison in 2018Credit: PA
      Anthony Joshua is working with Davison for his next fightCredit: Getty
      But now he is working alongside Fury’s biggest rival in Joshua, something the Gypsy King surprisingly hailed.
      He said: “That’s a good match-up.
      “It’s a very good move. I think it’s good for AJ because he’s local. I think it’s a good move.”
      Joshua is usually trained by American mastermind Derrick James in Texas and has been for his last two bouts.
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      But James is currently in training camp with Ryan Garcia, who makes his return against Oscar Duarte next Saturday.
      Meanwhile, Joshua, 34 is stationing himself in the UK ahead of his next fight on December 23, against Otto Wallin, 32, in Saudi Arabia.
      As a result, he is temporarily working with Davison for the bout.
      Davison got Fury down from 30 STONE to challenge for the world title in a draw against Deontay Wilder in 2018.
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      Fury, 35, was unbeaten in his five bouts with Davison before he switched to Sugarhill Steward, with whom he has won all five of his fights.
      Davison, 27, now works with two-time featherweight champion Leigh Wood, 35, among a host of other top prospects.
      Coincidentally, his last fight with Fury was against Wallin which saw the Brit need 47 stitches despite winning on points.

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