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      Battered Tyson Fury survives KNOCKDOWN as he labours to controversial points win over MMA star Francis Ngannou

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      TYSON FURY had to climb off the canvas and rely on the judges to rescue his £150million Fight of the Century and undisputed heavyweight world title decider with Oleksandr Usyk.The Gypsy King was decked by the African Adonis in the third and badly bruised by the professional boxing debutant and looked destined for utter disaster.
      Tyson Fury locked horns with Francis Ngannou in a farcical Saudi showdownCredit: GETTY
      Former UFC heavyweight champion Ngannou boxed incredibly well against The Gypsy KingCredit: Getty
      The Predator knocked down Fury in the third with a big left hookCredit: GETTY
      But he was saved by shocking judges who somehow called the one-sided showdown: 95-94 Ngannou, 96-93 Fury and 95-94 Fury.
      A luck Fury admitted: “That definitely wasn’t in the script. Francis is a hell of a fighter.
      “He’s strong, he’s a big puncher and a lot better boxer than we thought he’d ever be.”
      The 35-year-old added: “He’s a very awkward man and he’s a very good puncher.
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      “And I respect him a lot, before the fight and after the fight.”
      The Saudi Arabia showbiz throwdown between the undefeated WBC champion and Cameroon’s 37-year-old MMA fighter – who never saw the inside of a professional gym until he was 22 – was supposed to be a mismatch.
      It was planned as just a fancy sweetener for Saudi Arabia to bankroll a multi-fight deal which includes the mouthwatering decider with Ukraine’s WBA. IBF and WBO boss on December 23 and a potential rematch in the Spring.
      But Ngannou – who made a life-changing £8m for his family for generations – almost ripped up the script by chasing Fury all over Riyadh and peppering with blows.
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      Fury struggled to deal with the former UFC star’s awkward styleCredit: Getty
      Francis Ngannou lands a stiff left hook on the chin on Tyson FuryCredit: GETTY
      Dad John had his boy’s WBC world title belt over his shoulder but it was not on the line but – thanks to a late deal done by the British Boxing Board of Control – Fury’s undefeated record was.
      Ngannou had Mike Tyson – who Fury was named after – in his corner, more as a cheerleader and promotional tool than trainer.
      Once the ring had risen up from underneath the ground where the stage stood seconds earlier, the cross-over action kicked off.
      Fury raced across the ring and tried to knock Ngannou out with the first left hook of the night but missed the target.
      The former UFC champ’s best effort of the opener was a double-jab-right hand that Fury had to use his incredible defensive skills to avoid.
      The Brit’s best moment of the opener was a left-hook-right-hand counter after Ngannou had lunged in with a jab to his fleshy torso.
      The only thing that reality threatened the Usyk Christmas cracker was an injury or cut to Fury so of course a small stream of blood broke out from the middle of his forehead in the second.
      It looked like Ngannou had accidentally butted him and was thankfully far from his eyes and unlikely to cause any serious problems in this fight or the next.
      Fury turned southpaw in the third and the biggest problem he seemed to be having was keeping his green shorts up over his 19st 11lbs love handles.
      Then out of nowhere Ngannou – billed as the hardest punching person on the planet – landed a left hook that collapsed Fury.
      Stunned yet smiling he somehow beat the count and danced around the ring, Usyk perched at ringside looked seriously concerned his dream was going up in smoke.
      Flabby Fury was wobbly again in the fourth but managed to recover his senses and tag Ngannou back as he threatened to tire out.
      Fury managed to land a big right hand in the fifth but Ngannou’s chin held up brilliantly while a welt started growing bulbous and purple under the struggling Englishman’s left eye.
      Francis Ngannou made Tyson Fury look extremely ordinaryCredit: GETTY
      Tyson Fury raises the WBC strap aloft after his narrow points winCredit: GETTY
      In round seven Fury fell to the floor again and got tangled in the ropes but it was rightly ruled a slip and not another disaster.
      Ngannou – who was supposed to gas out after a few early rounds – battered Fury almost senseless in round eight.
      The shaven skull of the Morecambe mastermind was rattled all over the ring.
      Fury boasted beforehand that Ngannou could never beat him even with a machete and pistol in his hands but a pair of 10oz gloves were doing just fine.
      Fury ran away for all of the boring ninth, conceding control of the centre of the ring to a man who wasn’t even paid for his first two MMA fights and hid the £2000 he landed from his third under a single Paris slum mattress.
      And the self-proclaimed Gypsy King ran deeper into exile in the tenth and final round, hiding on the outskirts of the ring, by the ropes, desperately trying to avoid getting knocked out and having the Usyk clash officially canned.
      Former refugee Ngannou held his head up high despite being coming up short in his pro boxing debut.
      The MMA man-mountain said: “We can run it back again and I’m sure I’m gonna get better.
      “This was my first boxing match, [it was] a great experience.
      “I’m not giving any excuses, I know I came up short. But I’m gonna go back and work harder.
      “And with a little bit more experience and a little more feeling for the game and come back even stronger.”
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      “He added: Now I know I can do this s**t. So hey, baby, get ready. Get ready.
      “The wolf is in the house. So I’m gonna bite some s**t.”
      Tyson Fury preserved his undisputed title fight with Oleksandr Usyk by the skin of his teethCredit: Getty More

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      Fans not sure who the MMA fighter is as Tyson Fury performs shocking illegal move on Francis Ngannou

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      FANS were left unsure who the MMA fighter was during Tyson Fury’s clash with Francis Ngannou.The Battle of the Baddest saw Ngannou shock Fury despite not being a pro boxer.
      Tyson Fury performed an ‘illegal’ move against Francis NgannouCredit: Getty

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      But Fury was spotted appearing to hit the UFC heavyweight with an elbow at one point.
      One fuming fan said: “Tyson Fury with the MMA moves instead.”
      A second said: “No point reduction???”
      A third said: “Tyson vs jones next in mma he has a future with those elbows lol.”
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      A fourth wrote: “He ate it like nothing.”
      Another said: “Tyson Fury lands an illegal elbow! Dirty move!”
      Fury had been knocked down by Ngannou in round three of the ten round fight.
      Ngannou stunned the Gypsy King with a left hook to the temple.
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      Fury fought back later on.
      However, he was unable to make his experience the difference-maker as all of his attacks were rebuffed by Ngannou.
      But Fury controversially kept his unbeaten record intact with a split-decision win over Ngannou.
      WBC heavyweight champion praised Ngannou as a “better boxer than many thought he would be”.
      He also said Ngannou was one of the toughest fights he had had in the last ten years.
      The judges scorecard read as follows:

      95-94 Ngannou
      96-93 Fury
      95-94 Fury

      The TNT Sports panel were also split on the decision after the fight, with two believing Ngannou had actually won the fight.
      Fury came face to face with Oleksandr Usyk after the fight, with both declaring “let’s go” for their undisputed heavyweight fight. More

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      Laura Woods fears ‘the director is going to get fired’ as Cristiano Ronaldo reacts awkwardly to BOOS at Fury vs Ngannou

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      LAURA WOODS was left fearing for the directors job after the crowd booed Cristiano Ronaldo.Ronaldo is one name on a list of star-studded celebrities in attendance for Tyson Fury’s blockbuster crossover fight with Francis Ngannou.
      Cristiano Ronaldo was booed by some of the crowd when arriving at the Tyson Fury v Francis Ngannou fight
      The boos left Laura Woods fearing the director would get ‘fired’Credit: X @laurawoods

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      However, Al-Nassr ace Ronaldo was booed by a section of fans when he arrived at Riyadh’s Boulevard Hall Stadium in Saudi Arabia.
      The football icon had starred for the Saudi Arabian outfit in their 3-1 win over Al-Fayha on Saturday.
      TNT Sports coverage showed the camera pan to Fury’s next opponent Oleksandr Usyk, with Fury vs Usyk set to be take place on December 23.
      The Ukrainian heavyweight champion received a huge cheer from the crowd before the camera panned to Ronaldo.
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      Ronaldo, 38, was then booed by sections of the crowd.
      However, he did not look too pleased by the reaction, with Woods commenting: “He didn’t look happy.”
      After the camera went back to Woods, the TNT Sports presenter joked: “The director is going to get fired.”
      She had sent a message to Fury during the build-up to the fight.
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      Tommy Fury was accused of awkwardly leaving Ronaldo hanging when they met before the fight.
      The likes of Kanye West and Vince McMahon also turned out for the crossover event.
      West left viewers baffled after appearing to show up in a retro Premier League kit.
      Fans were left fuming at the pre-fight show as one declared: “not a single person in the world wants to see this.” More

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      Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou LIVE RESULTS: Fury DROPPED to canvas in shock main event – latest updates

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      TYSON FURY is facing UFC legend Francis Ngannou in a historic crossover fight in Saudi Arabia – and he has been KNOCKED DOWN!But the big main event has started later than planned after epic opening ceremony. A win for Ngannou would be among the sport’s greatest shocks while Fury would suffer a disastrous defeat.
      And Oleksandr Usyk is waiting in the wings ringside with their mega undisputed heavyweight title bout set to be confirmed tonight for December 23.

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      Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou (Round 6)
      Francis Ngannou is just so physically strong. He’s absorbed everything Tyson’s thrown at him. Fury needs to raise the tempo and test his challenger’s fitness.
      Another right hand from Fury that just bounces off Ngannou. The former UFC champion is still throwing, but there’s a noticeable drop off in intensity.
      Ngannou has done so much in those opening rounds, will they be enough to see him to victory?
      Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou (Round 5)
      Tyson Fury has regained his composure, and he’s boxing from range. Occasionally dipping in to land a stiff jab – but he can’t get Francis Ngannou to come forward. The MMA superstar is staying compact.
      Snap! Great combination from Fury, who delivers his best moment of the fight. Much cleaner work but it’s still a monster task from here.
      Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou (Round 4)
      Francis Ngannou is working well behind his jab. He’s patient, he’s accurate and he’s roughing Tyson Fury up!
      Fury does look to have his legs back and he’s landed a few decent blows – but Ngannou is unmoved and steadfast. Carl Frampton has Ngannou winning all four rounds so far, and it’s hard to disagree.
      Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou (Round 3)
      DOWN GOES FURY!
      You are kidding me?! Francis Ngannou drops Tyson Fury to the deck with a left hook to the temple from the Gods! Fury rolls off the canvas and back to his feet fairly swiftly and blows his cheeks. He looks rattled.
      Fury survives to the end of the round, but how will he respond to that?
      Oh, I forgot to mention – Ngannou laughed and danced in Fury’s face while he was on the deck.
      Credit: GETTY
      Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou (Round 2)
      Has Francis Ngannou read the script? Everyone was expecting the former UFC champion to come out swinging wildly, but he’s not taking the bait. He’s keeping his range and not getting involved in a scrap.
      There’s also blood coming from above the left eye of Fury! Ngannou either got him with a swinging left hook or there was a clash of heads. It’s tough to see.
      He switches to southpaw, which has to be a sign of respect for his opponent.
      Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou (Round 1)
      No time wasted! Tyson Fury is straight out and lands with a stiff jab. Francis Ngannou takes it well and goes on the front foot.
      Fury gets angry when Ngannou doesn’t release from the clinch, and is given a swift ticking off from the referee.
      Ngannou flicks out a double jab and lands a shot to Fury’s body. It’s actually been a very impressive start from the MMA star, who’s showing good patience, composure and is picking his shots.
      One or two words exchanged when the bell rings. Impressive.
      We’ve made it
      Ok folks, the fighters are in the ring, the robes and crowns are off and Michael Buffer is doing the introductions. We’re just moments away from discovering who is the baddest man on the planet.
      We’re underway.
      Not so fast
      Don’t you dare think this is going to start now. I’m starting to think this could be the most expensive and sophisticated prank ever played on a global audience.
      The Saudi Arabian, English and Cameroon national anthems are about to begin.
      Hello Tyson
      It’s very clear who the fans inside the arena are supporting. The volume turns up six notches when the Gypsy King strolls out to Jolene by Dolly Parton.
      Again, Fury is on the throne in a gold robe with a crown as flames shoot up from the floor. He shadow boxes on his way to the ring as the song switches to Pretty Woman by Roy Orbison.
      I feel like I’m describing a dream I had.
      Hello Francis
      “Ladies and gentlemen, who will be the baddest man on the planet? Let’s get this paaaaarty started,” announces the legendary Michael Buffer from the middle of the ring.
      Started From the Bottom by Drake blares from the sound system as Francis Ngannou emerges on stage.
      He’s sat on a throne, adorned in a gold robe with a crown on. Mike Tyson stood beside him in a suit. Iron Mike follows him down the ramp giving advice until the very last moment.
      I’m no entrance expert, but that was clunky to say the least.

      Sweet Caroline…
      That MUST mean we’re close.
      TNT Sports are showing pictures of Tyson Fury being dressed up in some kind of robe, and a crown placed on his head. Steve Bunce thinks the “Gypsy King” is looking pensive. I agree.
      Oleksandr Usyk isn’t looking pensive. He’s belting out Sweet Caroline at the top of his lungs.
      Education
      Is this an educational trip for Oleksandr Usyk?
      The WBA, WBO and IBF champion is scheduled to fight Tyson Fury at this location on December 23 to become the first undisputed heavyweight champion since Lennox Lewis.
      But with the best will in the world, he’s probably not going to learn a lot when Fury is fighting a boxing novice.
      He’s still doing Usyk things though.

      The ring has risen
      The ring actually rose from under the ground in the opening ceremony.
      And it is now in place and looking ready to go!
      SunSport has the latest from inside the arena.
      Watch Fury vs Ngannou ring rise from the ground ahead of spectacular Battle of the Baddest
      Atmosphere
      The arena is slowly but surely recovering from the energy-sapping ‘opening ceremony’, and Freed From Desire by Gala Rizzatto is doing most of the heavy lifting.
      It does look a sell-out.
      Open workouts
      Well it’s been a nightmare trying to decipher anything from Francis Ngannou’s open workout. All answers are basically wrong.
      There wasn’t too much in the way of footwork, while his head movement and speed were also noticeably slow. Then again, many have said he’s conserving energy.
      He was breathing quite heavily after unleashing a few rockets. Then again, many have said that he’s making himself look worse on purpose.
      Glad to have answered no questions there.
      Credit: GETTY
      Boos?
      Well that’s perked me up.
      TNT Sports were hailing the arrival of Cristiano Ronaldo and the fans inside the arena all booed on mass.
      Quite surprising given he plays for Al-Nassr, who are based in the city of Riyadh. Must be a lot of Al-Hilal ultras in there tonight.
      Eminem and Oleksandr Usyk got huge cheers by the way.
      Here IT comes
      Ladies and gentlemen, please welcome… the boxing ring!
      The stage just moved backwards, and the ring has emerged from underground. That was cool, if not a little cute.
      Undercard – done. Entertainment – done. The main event is upon us, folks. I promise.
      3 reasons why
      Francis Ngannou has delivered three reasons why he’s going to win tonight.

      I’m stronger
      I’m more hungry
      I’m dedicated

      That didn’t work at my last job interview, and I’m not convinced it’s going to work tonight, mate. Love the confidence though.
      Performances are still ongoing. Just going to let the dog out, back in five…
      Mike’s thoughts
      Ok, let’s get back to fighting.
      As we know, Mike Tyson is Francis Ngannou’s mentor for this contest, but he really does fancy his fighter to pull off an upset.
      Why? Well because the former UFC champion punched an opponent so hard in training that he broke his leg. You read that right.
      “At first when this came to me, I said ‘there’s no way this is going to happen’,” Tyson said.
      “Then I watched him spar and he hit this guy and he broke his leg when he went down — and I said ‘man, there is a possibility something good could happen here’.
      “I have never seen anything like that before. If he could do that man, he could possibly be heavyweight champion of the world.”
      Credit: getty
      Still going…
      The entertainment is still going. It’s approaching 1am in Riyadh.
      Try pulling this on the regulars at York Hall, you’d have a riot on your hands.
      The ceremony begins
      Turki al-Sheikh delivers a quick pre-recorded speech, and the music starts with a very impressive lights show.
      Who is performing? No, seriously, who is this?
      I’m reliably informed it’s Flowdan, and Wikipedia tells me he’s an English grime MC and record producer from Bow and Poplar, East London.
      He’s swiftly followed by Lil Baby. I’m not even going to search for him.
      Selfie
      Massive congratulations are in order. The greatest of all time has managed to get himself a picture with Cristiano Ronaldo.
      That’ll be framed and on the mantel piece shortly.

      Sheikh-en, not stirred
      What’s the state of play? Well, we’re waiting. Patiently.
      It looks as though the arena has filled up and everything’s ready to go for the super secret opening ceremony to kick-start Riyadh Season.
      But… we can’t start the event until Turki al-Sheikh takes his seat, and he’s nowhere to be seen.
      Cristiano Ronaldo’s prediction
      That’s admittedly a misleading headline, he really doesn’t have one.
      Asked who he thinks will win, he smiles and says: “They are both my friends, let’s see.”
      Never broke stride while not answering the question. A true professional.
      It’s showtime!
      No, not that show. Riyadh Season will officially begin with an opening ceremony in a few moments.
      Reports suggest it’s been arranged by the same producers who do the Olympic Games ceremonies and Super Bowl half-time shows.
      Expectations are high, then again, my favourite band are The Kinks and I have my doubts Ray Davies will be strolling out on stage. More

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      Tyson Fury CUT and DROPPED by Francis Ngannou as Gypsy King struggles through early rounds with MMA star

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      TYSON FURY was CUT and DROPPED in the early stages of his fight with Francis Ngannou. Fury suffered the slight gash in the second round of his crossover clash with Ngannou in Saudi Arabia.
      Francis Ngannou knocked down Tyson FuryCredit: Getty
      And things worsened for the Gypsy King in round three as a counter left hook FLOORED the undefeated champion.
      Fans were left totally in disbelief after Fury tasted the canvas against the boxing debutant.
      One said: “That is crazy!”
      Another added: “The punch so perfect.”
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      One said: “Ngannou is here to shock the world.”
      Jake Paul posted: “WTF!!! FRANCIS!!”
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      Fuming fans say ‘not a single person in the world wants to see this’ as they rage at Tyson Fury vs Ngannou pre-show

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      BOXING fans raged at Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou’s dragged out pre-fight show. The boxing and MMA stars collided in Saudi Arabia as part of a huge crossover clash.
      Fans raged at Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou’s dragged out pre-fight showCredit: Getty
      But viewers were made to wait for the men to finally share the ring due to a drawn out opening ceremony.
      And it’s fair to say fans were not best pleased with the never ending performances which kept the main-event from starting.
      One said: “Anyone would think we’re watching Eurovision ffs. Get on with it!”
      Another added: “There isn’t a single f***ing person in the f***ing world that wants to see this s**** f***ing pre fight “entertainment” show.”
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      One agreed: “How longs the opening ceremony for Fury Ngannou? Came for a scrap not a concert.”
      Another fumed: “What even is this open ceremony s****. Get on with the boxing.”
      Fury, 35, faces ex-UFC champion Ngannou, 37, in the first of his three-fight deal with the Kingdon of Saudi Arabia.
      He has already signed to face Oleksandr Usyk, 36, in a historic four-belt unification bout with a rematch included in the contract.
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      So Fury has warned his boxing future could lie exclusively in the Middle East.
      He said: “Will Saudi be my permanent home for the rest of my career? I think so.
      “I’m really well looked after out here, I get everything I need. All the big fights are coming here and this is where the big dough is.
      “I did my two big fights in the UK last year, Chisora and Whyte, Tottenham and Wembley. Now I’m over here for the twilight of my career.”
      Tyson Fury Francis Ngannou ahead of their fightCredit: AFP More

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      Fans baffled as Kanye West turns up in mystery Premier League shirt with retro badge for Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou

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      KANYE WEST shocked fans by turning up to Tyson Fury’s fight with Francis Ngannou wearing a mystery Premier League shirt.The crossover heavyweight bout in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia has drawn a number of huge stars to the venue.
      Kanye West was in attendance at Tyson Fury vs Francis NgannouCredit: X @MikeBohn
      West was seen appearing to wear a retro Premier League shirtCredit: X @MikeBohn
      Fans were scratching their heads trying to figure out who the shirt belonged toCredit: X @MikeBohn
      American rapper West was among those in attendance at the 26,000 capacity Boulevard Hall Stadium. 
      A video shared online showed him as he arrived ahead of the fight.
      But fans were left baffled as he appeared to be seen in a shirt with a retro Premier League badge on it.
      The 46-year-old had his head partially covered upon his arrival.
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      However, the sleeves of the shirt could be seen.
      Footage seemed to show a retro Premier League badge on his left arm.
      The shirt appeared to be black with yellow stripes down the arm.
      This had fans scratching their heads as they tried to figure out what the kit was.
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      Taking to X, formerly known as Twitter, one fan said: “What old Prem shirt are you wearing big man @kanyewest?”
      A second said: “What old PL shirt is that?! 😭😭”
      One fan shared a photo with the kit he believed was the answer.
      Another fan said: “Liverpool goalie jersey from late 00s.”
      The Reds had a kit with similar properties to West’s mystery shirt in the 2010/11 season.
      However, other fans suggested it was an old Chelsea kit.
      It is not 100 per cent clear which football team West supports, but he was pictured wearing a Manchester United jacket in 2018.
      West was pictured wearing a Manchester United shirt in 2018Credit: AFP
      Some fans suggested West was wearing a Liverpool kit
      While others said it was an old Chelsea kit

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      David Adeleye ‘in big trouble’ after appearing to ‘PUNCH’ ref in stoppage loss to Fabio Wardley on Fury v Ngannou card

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      DAVID ADELEYE appeared to “punch” the referee for his showdown with Fabio Wardley after losing the Battle of Britain.The undefeated heavyweight was knocked out by Wardley in the seventh round of their Riyadh rumble on the undercard of Tyson Fury’s clash with Francis Ngannou.
      David Adeleye locked horns with Fabio Wardley in Saudi ArabiaCredit: GETTY
      The Ladbroke Grove bruiser was knocked out in the seventh round of the Riyadh rumbleCredit: GETTY
      A furious Adeleye raged at the ref over the stoppage, showing him with two fistsCredit: ESPN
      He then appeared to punch the official in the midriffCredit: ESPN
      Wardley dropped Adeleye with a nasty left hook but the Ladbroke Grove bruiser got back to his feet.
      But he was sent hurtling into the corner by another vicious combination, which prompted the referee to mercifully step in and wave off the fight.
      Adeleye fumed at the stoppage, double-fist pushing the referee in the chest.
      And moments later, he cracked the official with what appeared to be a short straight right to the body.
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      Adeleye’s post-fight rampage was caught by the cameras and quickly went viral.
      Boxing fans were left disgusted and took to X to lambast the 26-year-old.
      One wrote: “Unsportsmanlike conduct.”
      Another said: “He in troubles!.”
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      Victory over David Adeleye saw Fabio Wardley retain the British heavyweight titleCredit: GETTY
      And another said: “That’s a big NO-NO.”
      One remarked: “David Adeleye hit the referee with a body shot after he felt he was stopped too early.
      Another chimed in: “Did this fool David Adeleye just hit the referee with a body punch after having the fight rightfully stopped?
      “He should have been hitting Wardley with those.”
      Victory over Adeleye was super sweet for East Anglia’s Wardley, who was involved in a bust-up with a member of his rival’s team last month.
      He said: “I have boxing IQ.
      “I know how to lead someone on and that’s what I did.
      “It’s the difference in experience. I knew what to do as the rounds went on, I was on form and it’s probably the best I’ve felt.
      “Everyone tags this white-collar name on me but I’ve shed that name now.” More