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      Conor Benn vs Rodolfo Orozco: Start time, TV channel, live stream and full card as The Destroyer makes boxing return

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      CONOR BENN will return to boxing this WEEKEND as the Brit faces Mexican Rodolfo Orozco in Florida.The welterweight was due to fight Chris Eubank Jr back in October 2022, but the bout was cancelled after Benn failed two voluntary drug tests.
      Conor Benn will take on Mexican Rodolfo Orozco on Saturday nightCredit: MATCHROOM BOXING
      Benn hasn’t fought since April 2022 when he beat Chris Van Heerden in Manchester.
      The 26-year-old currently isn’t licensed to compete in the UK due to the ongoing and controversial doping saga.
      Benn will look to restart his boxing career in Orlando, Florida as he takes on Rodolfo Orozco on the undercard of Richardson Hitchins’ super-lightweight clash with Jose Zepeda.
      The Brit holds a valid license from the Florida Athletic Commission, so he won’t be violating any rules to fight on Saturday night.
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      When is Conor Benn vs Rodolfo Orozco?

      Conor Benn vs Rodolfo Orozco will take place on Saturday, September 23.
      The card is set to get underway at 1am BST/ 8pm ET
      The main event is scheduled to begin at approximately 2.43am BST/ 9.43 ET.
      However, timings are subject to change depending on the length of the undercard fights.

      What TV channel is Conor Benn vs Rodolfo Orozco on and can it be live streamed?

      Conor Benn vs Rodolfo Orozco will be broadcast LIVE on DAZN.
      DAZN subscription holders can live stream all the action via the DAZN app/website.
      DAZN offer a monthly subscription for £9.99 which commits you to an entire year of action.
      Or, fans can pay an upfront fee of £99.99, and that will cover you for the whole year – plus it is the lowest cost option.
      DAZN also offer a flexible pass worth £19.99 a month which can be cancelled at any time.

      Who’s on the card?
      Here are all of the confirmed fights on the card:

      Richardson Hitchins vs Jose Zepeda; Super lightweight
      Austin Williams vs Steve Rolls; Middleweight
      Jessica McCaskill vs Sandy Ryan; WBC, WBA and WBO women’s welterweight title unification
      Orestes Velazquez vs Mohamed Soumaoro; Super lightweight
      Khalil Coe vs Kenmon Evans; Light heavyweight
      Jeovanny Estella vs Luis Caraballo; Light middleweight
      Jasmine Artega vs Haley Pasion; Women’s super flyweight
      Roberto Rivera Gomez vs Carlos Andre Dos Santos Rocha; Featherweight
      Conor Benn vs Rodolfo Orozco

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      What’s been said?
      A delighted Benn said: “I am undefeated in the ring, and in spirit. A return on Saturday is a step closer to redemption.
      “After that,  I’m putting the 147-160 divisions on notice. 
      “You are looking at a determined man with a deep desire to beat them all.”
      Promoter Eddie Hearn said: “Conor Benn is back and I’m looking forward to seeing him pick up where he left off.
      “He’s ready to go straight in for a big fight now but his trainer Tony Sims will be pleased to get him back sooner against a game opponent in Rodolfo Orozco.
      “Conor is looking unbelievable in the gym and I cannot wait to see him back in the ring where he belongs on what is a fantastic fight card in Florida.” More

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      Carl Froch bites back at Tyson Fury’s X-rated rant and warns heavyweight champion: The fans are turning against you

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      CARL FROCH has hit back at Tyson Fury’s X-rated rant at him and told the heavyweight star that the boxing world is turning against him.The former super middleweight champion, 46, and the current WBC title holder have become embroiled in a bitter war of words over the Gypsy King’s upcoming fight with Francis Ngannou.
      Tyson Fury’s upcoming clash with Francis Ngannou has been slammed by boxing legendsCredit: Getty
      Carl Froch has now become embroiled in a war of words with the Gypsy KingCredit: TalkSport
      Fury’s decision to face the ex-UFC champ on October 28 for mega-money in Saudi Arabia rather than defend his title has led to some fierce criticism from the boxing world.
      Froch and fellow British icon Tony Bellew have been amongst the most scathing with their criticism.
      And that led Fury to respond with: “See these motherf***ing balls? Lick them b***h.
      “The fact that Bellew and Froch didn’t make any money out of the game is obviously hurtful to them.
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      “I’ve just signed the biggest deal in boxing history, which I can’t divulge to you right now.
      “They’re like all these media suckers, mention Tyson Fury’s name to try and get some clickbait.
      “But without me, there ain’t no f***ing boxing. I run the game.”
      However, Froch has now upped the ante and hit back at Fury on his Froch On Fighting YouTube channel.
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      He said: “Alright, you’re taking the money, that’s great, but when your career’s over you want your legacy to be intact.
      “The fans are turning against you – it’s sad to see.
      “Deep down I think you know you’re hurting the sport.
      “You’re taking the money instead of being full of pride for the sport.”
      Froch then added: “I’ll tell you something as well – you can have as much money as you want, but if you turn up to a Hall of Fame party next year, you won’t be dining on the top table with me and my peers.
      “You won’t belong there with that CV.” More

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      Boxing fans buzzing for Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou with ‘gold, stacked’ undercard promising heavyweight extravaganza

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      BOXING FANS are going to be treated to a list of big names when they tune in to watch Tyson Fury take on Francis Ngannou next month.The pair have scheduled their bout for October 28 in Saudi Arabia and it’s not just their fight which is attracting interest as the undercard has garnered some serious respect.
      Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou may be the main event, but fans are impressed by their undercardCredit: Getty
      Fabio Wardley is set to take on David AdeleyeCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Adeleye and Wardley were already known to be part of the undercardCredit: Getty
      Fabio Wardley and David Adeleye were already known to be fighting alongside the main event in Saudi Arabia.
      The pair came to blows during the press conference earlier this month.
      But now Fury’s representative Spencer Brown has divulged who else will join the undercard for the international fight.
      Speaking on THE FIGHT with Teddy Atlas podcast, Brown revealed that Joseph Parker vs Simon Kean and Martin Bakole vs Carlos Takam will also take place.
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      Parker, who trains with Fury, will face Kean as the New Zealand-born former WBO heavyweight champion continues to try to shake off his loss to Joe Joyce last year.
      His fight with Kean will be his third of the year after already registering wins against Jack Massey and Faiga Opelu in 2023.
      Bakole v Takam will provide viewers with even more heavyweight entertainment on the night.
      And it’s safe to say boxing fans are excited for the event with many taking to social media to praise the “stacked” undercard.
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      Fury’s friend and training partner Joseph Parker will fight Simon KeanCredit: Getty
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      One said: “That’s actually a stacked card!”
      Whilst another added: “Some respectable bouts on that undercard. Fair play. We’ll be tuning in.”
      A third wrote: “What a card this is gonna be!”
      One fan was pleased to see the card was heavyweights only, saying: “A card full of heavyweights. I love it.”
      And a fourth said: “Undercard is gold!”
      Martin Bakole is going to face off against Carlos TakamCredit: Getty More

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      Tyson Fury reveals plan to call out Wrexham’s Hollywood owner Ryan Reynolds for fight at Morecambe game

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      TYSON FURY has cheekily called out Hollywood star and Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds on his YouTube channel.Fury was speaking after the press conference for his upcoming exhibition bout with Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia on Saturday October 28.
      Tyson Fury has laid down the gauntlet for a fight with Ryan ReynoldsCredit: Getty
      Ryan Reynolds is the owner of Wrexham Football ClubCredit: Getty
      Fury even had a date and venue in mind for his prospective fight with Reynolds, at Wrexham’s Racecourse Ground on November 25 as Morecambe take on Reynolds’ Wrexham.
      Fury is Morecambe’s most famous resident, and helped put the town further on the map in his Netflix series At Home With The Furys.
      Speaking behind the scenes on the Furocity YouTube channel, Fury asked a member of staff: “Amy, are you going to come down to the Wrexham vs Morecambe game?”
      His assistant replied she was planning to, with Fury then revealing: “I’m going to call out Ryan Reynolds.”
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      Reynolds has become an influential figure in English football alongside co-owner Rob McElhenney – with Wrexham being promoted from the conference to League Two this year.
      The Deadpool star regularly flies between Wales and the United States to support the team who won promotion back into the Football League last season.
      Reynolds will no doubt be keen to link up with Fury at the game should they both attend, and will likely be filming the encounter for his own reality show, Welcome to Wrexham.
      Fury has tried to take over his beloved Morecambe in the past, but ultimately came off second best with 20-year-old businessman Sarbjot Johal outbidding him.
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      That takeover did not happen however, leaving Fury able to take a second bite at the cherry should he raise the required capital.
      That could aid him in his quest to top Forbes’ sporting rich list.
      He said in an exclusive interview with SunSport that Saudi cash will be a massive part of his strategy, explaining: “They’re paying big money, everything they get involved in is big.
      “And I believe I’ve just done the biggest boxing deal ever to be done in the history of boxing with them.
      “I’m not at liability to talk about numbers but let’s just say the bag is big, mighty f***ing big. But will it change me? Not really.
      “Still got the Crocs and the packed lunches from Asda, not too shabby mush!”
      Asked if it was just a one-fight deal, Fury, 35, replied: “Can’t say but it’s the biggest boxing deal ever done in history.
      Fury boxed just twice last year, stopping Dillian Whyte, 35, and Derek Chisora, 39, and it saw him slip outside Forbes’ top 50 list.
      But in 2022, he was placed in 15th after making £50m. More

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      Inside Logan Paul’s amazing lifestyle, living in a £11m Puerto Rican home, engaged to a supermodel and driving fast cars

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      LOGAN PAUL has built quite the life for himself.The social media influencer, 28, has amassed a fortune from savvy investments, a boxing career and being a pantomime villain of the WWE.
      Logan Paul lives a lifestyle to envyCredit: Social Media – Refer to Source
      The Prime Hydration drink co-founder is said to be worth north of £60million.
      That allows him to enjoy an incredible lifestyle.
      From living in a stunning mansion in Puerto Rico, to driving supercars and his engagement to Sports Illustrated model Nina Agdal, it’s fair to say Logan has got it made.
      SunSport takes a look at his wonderful existence, with the slightest bit of envy.
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      The mansion
      Paul has owned a number of amazing homes through the years.
      The first home he ever bought set him back around £5million and was in the Valley in LA.
      Then, he reportedly splashed around £1million on a desert ranch in California that formerly belonged to drugs guru Timothy Leary in the 1960s.
      But he left America behind and fell in love with Puerto Rico.
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      He and his brother Jake Paul are reportedly renting an £11million mansion in the Caribbean on the Dorado Beach East Community at the Ritz Carlton Reserve.
      The mansion boasts five bedrooms and seven bathrooms in a spacious 5,200 sq ft of living space, including marble floors.
      The open-plan lounge area boasts an eye-catching staircase leading to the second floor.
      Elsewhere there’s a full chef’s kitchen and dining room, as well as sunroom with pool table and huge swimming pool.
      There’s also a three-bed guest house on site.
      The luxury gated resort also boasts access to 2,000 acres of golf courses, tropical gardens and sandy beaches.
      Speaking on his podcast, Logan revealed his “gut” told him to move to the property.
      He revealed: “I went out there to scout it, and I fell in love with it.
      “Obviously, I’m impulsive, and I trust my gut, my instincts.
      “I feel like it’s the closing of a chapter and the opening of a new one.”
      YouTuber Paul left America behind to live in Puerto RicoCredit: Luxury Realty Group
      Paul’s Puerto Rico mansion boasts a stunning swimming poolCredit: Luxury Realty Group
      The property boasts five bedroomsCredit: Luxury Realty Group
      Marble flooring decorates plush dining roomCredit: Luxury Realty Group
      The stunning living room boasts high ceilings and plenty of spaceCredit: Luxury Realty Group
      Supercars
      The Ohio native loves cars, plain and simple.
      His mega car collection is testament to that, and boasts some incredible supercars.
      The most elaborate of his collection is a £280,000 Mercedes G550 4X4.
      Finished in white with huge black alloys, the Mercedes off-roader looks stunning, and even has its own digger.
      It’s powered by a 4.0 litre V8 petrol engine that produces 416bhp, with a nine-speed automatic gearbox.
      0-60mph takes 5.8 seconds, while the top speed is limited to 130mph.
      The range starts at £130,000, but Paul’s has all the trimmings.
      Like any true American, muscle cars are also important to Paul.
      The most elaborate motor in Paul’s collection is a Mercedes-Benz SUV with its own digger
      Paul is a fan of muscle cars – but gave his Dodge Challenger away to a fanCredit: Instagram @LoganPaul
      Logan Paul poses with his trendy Polaris SlingshotCredit: Refer to Caption
      In 2017, Paul revealed he broke a £1.5m BugattiCredit: Instagram / @loganpaul
      He had a £60,000 Dodge Challenger SRT8, that he absolutely loved. However, he ended up gifting it to a fan.
      It comes with a 6.4-litre V8 petrol engine that produces 470bhp.
      Paul also has a trendy three-wheel Polaris Slingshot, worth around £23,000.
      This two-seater is powered by a 2.0-litre petrol engine that produces 203bhp, while 0-60mph takes 4.9 seconds.
      But don’t leave him with a Bugatti Veyron. In 2017, he claimed he broke a £1.5million model.
      Supermodel
      Paul’s private life has always been one for the gossip pages.
      He has been linked to a string of beauties in the past, including Justin Bieber’s ex Chantel Jeffries fellow YouTuber Alissa Violet and Josie Canseco, the daughter of baseball legend Jose Canseco.
      However, Paul has finally settled down.
      In 2022, he met Danish-born supermodel Nina Agdal, who previously dated Leonardo DiCaprio.
      Nina Agdal is Paul’s beautiful fianceeCredit: @ninaagdal
      Supermodel Agdal has appeared in Sports Illustrated’s Swimsuit Edition six timesCredit: Splash
      Paul and Agdal got engaged in Lake Como, Italy
      Danish-born Agdal is Paul’s best friend
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      Earlier this summer, he got down on one knee to ask for the stunner’s hand in marriage in Lake Como, Italy.
      “Engaged to the my best friend,” the pair wrote in a joint Instagram post.
      In a separate Instagram Story, she gushed: “”I get to marry the boy of my dreams, my best friend, my rock, my soulmate. I love you soooooo much!!”
      Nina has built an impressive model portfolio, appearing in six Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issues, as well as the cover of the 50th-anniversary issue in 2014, where she posed with Chrissy Tiegen and Lily Aldridge.
      She has also appeared in various Victoria’s Secret photoshoots and walked the catwalk at New York Fashion Week.
      In 2020, the brunette launched her own fitness brand called The Agdal Method, with an app appearing in 2023.
      Lavish purchase
      Like many an influencer, Paul likes to spend his money lavishly.
      One of his more pricey purchased ended up being recorded as a Guinness World Record for being the most expensive Pokémon trading card sold.
      He is so proud of the rare 1998 Japanese Illustrator card, that he paid £4m for and wore it on a chain for his WWE debut in April 2022.
      Paul is a proud collector of rare Pokemon cardsCredit: instagram/@loganpaul
      Paul paid £4m for a Pokemon – a Guinness World RecordCredit: instagram/@loganpaul
      Paul showed off his card at Wrestlemania 38 – wearing it around his neckCredit: instagram/@loganpaul
      He showed off the “Gem Mint 10” graded card alongside The Miz in a tag-team match against Rey and Dominik Mysterio at WrestleMania 38.
      In 2023, he recalled the purchase on the latest episode of his Impaulsive podcast.
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      During a discussion about Pokemon cards with guest Prince Royce, Paul explained: “I love it. I love it dude.
      “I mean if you like video games that doesn’t surprise me but yeah I spent $5.3million on the card. It’s crazy.” More

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      Conor Benn to make shock ring return THIS WEEKEND in Orlando with star still not licensed in UK after failed drug tests

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      CONOR BENN will make a shock return to the ring in Orlando THIS WEEKEND – despite not being cleared to fight in the UK.The surging welterweight contender’s career was brought to a screeching halt last October when it was revealed he failed a pair of drug tests ahead of his cancelled clash with Chris Eubank Jr.
      Conor Benn will make a shock return to the ring this weekendCredit: GETTY
      Benn’s career was on a knife-edge after he failed two drug tests ahead of his cancelled clash with Chris Eubank JrCredit: Getty
      Benn will be back in action against 24-year-old Rodolfo OrozcoCredit: MATCHROOM BOXING
      Benn, 26, isn’t currently licensed to compete in the UK due to the ongoing and controversial doping saga.
      But that hasn’t stopped him and his team from pursuing a fight – which will take place in Orlando, Florida this Saturday.
      The Destroyer will lock horns with Mexico’s Rodolfo Orozco on the undercard of Richardson Hitchins’ super-lightweight clash with Jose Zepeda.
      A delighted Benn said: “I am undefeated in the ring, and in spirit. A return on Saturday is a step closer to redemption.
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      “After that,  I’m putting the 147-160 divisions on notice. 
      “You are looking at a determined man with a deep desire to beat them all.”
      Benn is currently licensed by the Florida Athletic Commission, so he won’t be violating any rules by competing.
      Promoter Eddie Hearn is delighted to have him back in action – despite the uncertainty over his ability to box in the UK.
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      Conor Benn hasn’t fought since his demolition of Chris van Heerden last AprilCredit: GETTY
      The Matchroom Boxing chief said: “Conor Benn is back and I’m looking forward to seeing him pick up where he left off.
      “He’s ready to go straight in for a big fight now but his trainer Tony Sims will be pleased to get him back sooner against a game opponent in Rodolfo Orozco.
      “Conor is looking unbelievable in the gym and I cannot wait to see him back in the ring where he belongs on what is a fantastic fight card in Florida.”
      The undefeated Benn’s career was left in tatters after he tested positive for the banned fertility drug clomiphene – which can elevate testosterone levels in men – before his cancelled clash with Eubank Jr.
      The son of British boxing great Nigel protested his innocence from the get-go and was cleared by the National Anti-Doping Panel in July.
      UKAD and the British Boxing Board of Control, however, have appealed the decision.
      The date for the outcome of the appeal is currently unknown.
      Conor Benn’s fighting future in the UK is still well and truly up in the airCredit: PA More

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      Boxer Prichard Colon’s mum shares health update on son as he celebrates birthday and receives gift from Daddy Yankee

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      PRICHARD COLON’S mother Nieves has shared an update on his health as he celebrated his birthday.Nieves shared a video presenting the former boxer with a cupcake and a candle.
      Prichard Colon’s mum shared an update on his condition on his birthdayCredit: TIKTOK fuerzacampeon_
      The boxer suffered a bleed on the brain during a fight in 2015Credit: Getty
      Colon, who turned 31, is seen smiling in response to his birthday cake, while he also received a signed boxing glove from rapper Daddy Yankee.
      Fans reacted to the video by offering up well wishes for his birthday and his recovery.
      The Puerto Rican fighter suffered a bleed on the brain during a 2015 fight with Terrel Williams.
      He was subjected to repeated blows to the back of his head during the bout, causing part of his skull to collapse.
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      The boxer left the ring but became dizzy and nauseous in his dressing room.
      He went into a coma for 221 days and has since been looked after at Brooks Rehabilitation Hospital in Orange Park, Florida.
      Nieves provides updates on her son’s health on social media and earlier this year posted a video titled “Prichard Colon-Melendez 5K run for the woods” which featured a video of Colon on a trail in a specially adapted mobility chair.
      It is unclear how much the former sportsman will recover but so far he is showing good progress.
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      Former heavyweight world champion Deontay Wilder broke down in tears while discussing Colon’s condition following his last win against Robert Helenius in October last year.
      He pointed to Colon as an example of the dangers boxers face when they entered the ring and showed sympathy for his fellow fighter. More

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      Anthony Joshua warned not to go ‘anywhere near’ Tyson Fury by iconic Brit heavyweight champ who fears brutal ‘lesson’

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA has been warned not to go “anywhere near” long-time Brit rival Tyson Fury.The duo, 33 and 35 respectively, have twice been on the the brink of a historic domestic dust-up but have yet to share the ring with one another.
      Anthony Joshua is still open to fighting Tyson Fury in a domestic dust-upCredit: PA
      Gypsy King Fury, however, isn’t that keen on the fightCredit: GETTY
      British boxing great Frank Bruno reckons AJ should steer clear of the WBC kingCredit: REX
      British boxing fans are still itching to see the pair duke it out before they call time on their careers, although the same, seemingly, can’t be said for former heavyweight champ Frank Bruno.
      The former WBC titleholder told The Gypsy King: “I don’t think Joshua should go anywhere near you.
      “Because you’ll teach him a lesson you know, a boxing lesson.”
      Fan favourite Fury is well aware of the global interest in a fight with AJ but has zero interest in facing his fellow Brit.
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      He told The Daily Mail: “I don’t really care what he says. He’s a bum in my opinion.
      “He’s just one big bum-dosser that has been knocked out three times.
      “He’s been knocked out twice and had three losses.
      “He can’t even compare in my league any more.
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      “It’s not even a fight I am thinking about any more.
      “I’m not even interested. That bubble has been burst.
      “His virginity has been taken away so it’s not interesting for me any more.
      “He’s been spanked by Usyk twice and been beaten by a fat man.
      “So it’s not in my interest to beat him.”

      Current WBC king Fury is gearing up for a controversial crossover clash with former UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia next month.
      And he insists the boxing novice poses more of a threat to him than former unified champ AJ, saying: “I am fighting a guy who is in his prime, who is a champion.
      “Who is bigger than him, who is stronger than him and who is a bigger knockout puncher than him.
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      “He needs to get to the back of the queue. That fight is gone, it’s dead.
      “That fight was off the cards as soon as he got beaten.” More