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      Hassan Mgaya dead at 29: Boxer dies just days after suffering KO defeat as tributes pour in

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      TANZANIAN boxer Hassan Mgaya has tragically died aged 29, the WBC have confirmed.Mgaya passed away in hospital just days after his defeat to Paul Elias.Hassan Mgaya tragically died aged 29The Tanzanian super-lightweight fought Elias in his country’s capital Dar-Es-Salaam on December 27.Following his KO defeat he was taken straight to Palestine Hospital in Sinza, Tanzania.He was subsequently transferred to Mwananyamala Hospital, where he tragically died on December 30.A WBC statement read: “Tanzanian professional boxer Hassan Mgaya passed away on December 30, 2024, from injuries resulting from a knockout he received on December 27.READ MORE IN BOXING”Mgaya had been taken to Palestine Hospital in Sinza, Tanzania, before being transferred to Mwananyamala Hospital where he spent his final moments.”The entire WBC family and President Mauricio Sulaiman send our deepest condolences to the family and friends of our beloved champion.”The Tanzanian Boxing Commission’s acting secretary Nsajigwa Mwangamilo has also paid tribute to Mgaya.He said: “We extend our deepest condolences to to the family and boxing stakeholders in the country.”Most read in BoxingMgaya held a 3-3-2 professional record.His fight with Elias had been his fourth bout of 2024. More

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      Boxing promoter Frank Warren starts legal proceedings for defamation against Chris Eubank Jr after shocking outburst

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      FRANK WARREN has opened legal proceedings against Chris Eubank Jr after the boxer’s shocking outburst against him in a press conference.The Queensberry promoter filed the case on December 23, according to the HM Courts and Tribunals e-filing service.Frank Warren has opened legal proceedings for a defamation case against Chris Eubank JrCredit: PAEubank Jr issued a public apology after launching a verbal and personal attack against WarrenCredit: GettyAs first reported by The Athletic, the filing is listed under “Media and Communication: Defamation – libel and slander”.Warren, 72, was involved in the press conference in September in Saudi Arabia to promote an undercard fight between Eubank Jr, 35, and Poland’s Kamil Szeremeta.The card, headlined by light-heavyweights Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol, was Eubank Jr’s first fight for over a year following his stoppage of Liam Smith in October 2023.It was also his first fight as part of the Boxxer promotional stable led by Ben Shalom.READ MORE IN BOXINGEubank Jr was asked why he had chosen to sign with them, but launched an astonishing and personal verbal attack on Warren as well as barbs directed at Matchroom’s Eddie Hearn and Frank Smith and Wasserman promoter Kalle Sauerland.Speaking at the time, Hall of Fame promoter Warren said: “I’m gonna keep it short and sweet. He’s gonna get sued again for the comments that he’s made publicly.”Eubank Jr later released a statement saying he wished to retract the “inaccurate statements” and apologised to Warren, Hearn and Sauerland.Warren had publicly accepted the apology issued by Eubank Jr, saying he was “looking forward to seeing him compete on this huge Riyadh Season card”.Most read in BoxingBut two months on he has now decided the apology was insufficient and is suing him a second time.The first came back in 2016 when Warren sued the then British Middleweight champion for a breach of contract, ending in Eubank Jr paying a six-figure sum to the promoter.Frank Warren throws doubt on Dubois v Joshua rematch happening Following the September press conference, Warren had told talkSPORT: “The bottom line of it is very simple. “He was sued by me for a legal breach of a contract and I was successful in suing him and he paid substantial damages.”Now you know what he can’t accept is what’s legal and what’s not. “And as regarding what he’s just said just so you know I’m gonna keep it short and sweet. He’s gonna get sued again for the comments that he’s made publicly.”He will be sued and he will have a problem over that and anybody else who says it, they can get in that queue.”Eubank Jr declined to comment. More

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      Moses Itauma is living his own Rocky story… he’ll be a household name by the year and could be better than Fury and AJ

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      US baseball legend Yogi Berra’s priceless remark “it’s tough to make predictions, especially about the future” always comes to mind at New Year.Crystal-ball gazing can be a hazardous game — but there’s every reason to believe heavyweight prodigy Moses Itauma will be a household name before the end of 2025.Moses Itauma is tipped to become Britain’s next heavyweight superstarCredit: GettyItauma flattened Dempsey McKean inside one round on the Oleksandr Usyk-Tyson Fury II undercardCredit: GettyHaving seen the debuts of all ten British men who became world champions, it was not difficult to forecast Frank Bruno, Lennox Lewis, Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois would go on to bring the richest prize in sport to these shores.Tyson Fury was the surprise package. Few felt he could beat Wladimir Klitschko in Germany, which launched an amazingly colourful and controversial career.But I am prepared to risk ridicule by suggesting Menacing Moses — who only turned 20 six days ago — may turn out to be the best of the lot.Itauma’s story is another of those boxing tales that sounds as if it belongs more to the realms of Rocky-like fiction than fact.READ MORE IN BOXINGHe was born in Slovakia to a Nigerian father who moved the family here 11 years ago to escape rampant racism and settled them in Chatham.Itauma joined the local amateur boxing club when he was nine.And, remarkably, he remained unbeaten before turning pro two years ago having won golds at various levels — schools, juniors, European youth and world youth.Moses is physically mature way beyond his years and his England schools coach John Stubbs said: “I honestly believe since he was 12 years old he has been destined for greatness.”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSItauma would become a world heavyweight champion at the age of 20 if he wins a title this yearCredit: GettyItauma’s story has been compared to ‘Rocky-like fiction’Credit: GettyFrom the age of 15, he has sparred with all this country’s top big men — including Fury and Joshua — which has given him invaluable tuition.Before his first pro fight his manager Francis Warren announced that Itauma’s aim was to be the youngest heavyweight champion of the world.Moses Itauma ‘could beat’ Mike Tyson’s youngest heavyweight champ record after impressive first round KO of Demsey McKeanThat meant beating Mike Tyson’s record of 20 years and 145 days.It was a clever PR ploy to earn publicity but was never an authentic target as it would have meant Itauma winning one of the titles before May 22.Itauma is unrealistically compared to a young Tyson because of his power-packed punches — sending nine of his 11 victims to KO defeats.And jaws dropped open in admiration at the way he demolished experienced Aussie Demsey McKean in less than two minutes on the Usyk-Fury undercard two weeks ago.Dedicated Moses seems to be blessed with a cool temperament, is so quick on his feet for a 6ft 4in, near 18-stone man and his hand speed and timing lights the fuse that detonates dynamite in his fists.But we can never be sure on any potential heavyweight superstar until we see how they react to being badly hurt.I am prepared to risk ridicule by suggesting Menacing Moses — who only turned 20 six days ago — may turn out to be the best of the lot.Colin HartWhen I started writing about boxing more than 60 years ago, I wondered if I would ever see a British fighter acclaimed as the best heavyweight on Earth.We had to wait until 1993 for Lewis to emulate Bob Fitzsimmons and end a 96-year drought.Since then, Fury and Joshua have dominated the division for the last ten years — until bogeyman Oleksandr Usyk came on the scene.Now, former champions Fury and Joshua are facing being referred to in the past tense.And Dubois, the IBF champion, is carrying the torch for Britain — but he will be constantly looking over his shoulder as Itauma stalks him.READ MORE SUN STORIESWe all know heavyweight boxing can be a precarious trade.And I am not unaware that somebody also once proclaimed: “You can trust a crystal ball about as far as you can throw it.” More

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      Jai Opetaia vs David Nyika: Date, fight time, TV channel, live stream and full card for huge world title bout

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      JAI OPETAIA will put his IBF and Ring Magazine cruiserweight belts on the line on Wednesday as he takes on David Nyika.The Aussie’s title defence will be in front of a home crowd, with the Trans-Tasman encounter taking place on the Gold Coast of Australia.Nyika stepped in at short notice after original challenger Huseyin Cinkara pulled out of the bout with an ankle injury.Opetaia boasts a perfect record of 26-0, with 20 of his wins coming by way of knockout.The undefeated Australian has stopped three of his last five opponents, with his most recent triumph coming against Jack Massey in October.Nyika, who also possesses an unblemished record of 10-0 and is an Olympic bronze medalist, will be eyeing his biggest scalp yet against Opetaia.READ MORE IN BOXINGWhen is Jai Opetaia vs David Nyika?Jai Opetaia vs David Nyika will take place on Wednesday, January 8.The card will begin at around 8am GMT.The main event is set to get underway at approximately 11.30am GMT.Gold Coast Convention Centre, Broadbeach, Australia, will host.What TV channel is Jai Opetaia vs David Nyika on and can it be live streamed?Jai Opetaia vs David Nyika will be broadcast live on DAZN.Subscribers can live stream the huge card via the DAZN app/website.If you are not a subscription holder, 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.Full cardJai Opetaia (c) vs. David Nyika; cruiserweight, for the IBF and Ring Magazine titlesJustis Huni vs. Shaun Potgeiter; heavyweightBen Mahoney vs. Fan Zhang; super welterweightAustin Aokuso vs. Habib Ahmed; light heavyweightMax McIntyre vs. Abdulselam Saman; super middleweightBilly McAllister vs. Jordan Towns; light heavyweight More

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      Jake Paul shares ten-man boxing hit-list for 2025 including British world champion and Tommy Fury

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      JAKE PAUL has revealed his ten-man boxing hitlist of opponents.The YouTuber-turned-boxer ended 2024 by improving his record to 11-1 after beating 58-year-old great Mike Tyson in their controversial clash. Jake Paul revealed his ten-man boxing hitlist of opponentsCredit: X formerly Twitter / @jakepaulPaul’s points win sparked some of the sport’s biggest names to call him out and the American has revealed his own list of dream opponents. He uploaded a poster which included the likes of Tommy Fury, Daniel Dubois, Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather.Paul is depicted holding a bag of cash with the caption: “Who next?” Gervonta Davis, Artur Beterbiev, Ryan Garcia, Alex Pereira, Nate Diaz and KSI also feature on the mocked up poster. READ MORE IN BOXINGAmerican superstar Davis fights FIVE STONE lighter than Paul but recently called him out. The WBA lightweight champion told: “This my callout, Jake Paul, what’s up?” Paul previously said: “I’d be down. Let’s run it. I’d be super, super down. Is there a height limit in boxing?”Mayweather, 47, officially retried in 2017 but continues to box in exhibition bouts, including against Paul’s brother Logan, 29. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe undefeated legend has been linked with a fight against Paul, 27, but their weight difference has prevented it from being professionally sanctioned.McGregor, 36, is also believed to be in talks with Logan for a boxing bout in India despite his contract with the UFC.Tommy Fury calls out Jake Paul for rematch as war-of-words continuesThat is what stands in the way of Paul fighting UFC light-heavyweight champion Alex Pereira, 37, following his callout in July.Boxing champ Artur Beterbiev, 39, is another to have challenged Paul on social media.He posted: “What can you do in the ring against the current undisputed champion? “Just know that I’m always open to any suggestions.” Paul hit back: “Top 5 pound for pound fighter in the world calling me out. Hahahahahaha. 4 years in and I run this sport.”IBF heavyweight champ Dubois, 27, also called out Paul on Instagram but did so in private messages that were leaked. Garcia, 25, is another top star to have called out Paul despite their friendship and weight difference. Heavyweight champion Daniel Dubois called out Jake PaulCredit: ReutersConor McGregor is in talks to fight Jake Paul’s brother LoganCredit: APLogan Paul faced Floyd Mayweather in a 2021 exhibition boutCredit: GettyJake Paul was beaten by Tommy Fury in 2023Credit: GettyBut he suggested 185lb catchweight clash and added: “I kinda like gave birth to his boxing career, and I’m here to end it. That’s it.”Paul’s social media post included controversial insults aimed at McGregor and Garcia.Diaz, 39, was beaten over ten boxing rounds by Paul in 2023 but he was offered a £10m rematch in MMA. Fury, 25, also fought Paul in 2023 and became the first and so far only to defeat the social media sensation. Paul then accused Fury of turning down a £6.4m offer to rematch on Netflix in 2024 leaving the rivalry brewing. And Fury told ESPN: “I mean at the end of the day I think me and him, we’re set in stone.”He’s only got one defeat and that’s to me, so it’s inevitable that we are going to get back in the ring.” Last but not least is Paul’s oldest and most arch rival, KSI.READ MORE SUN STORIESKSI, 31, defeated his brother Logan in 2019 but a grudge match with Jake is yet to materialise. The latest stumbling block between them is a disagreement over what weight they would fight at with Paul demanding 200lb and KSI 185lb. KSI and Jake Paul clashing in 2020Credit: Getty Images – GettyJake Paul and Nate Diaz are linked with a rematch in MMACredit: ReutersRyan Garcia called out Jake Paul despite their friendshipCredit: RexGervonta Davis has called out Jake PaulCredit: APArtur Beterbiev offered Jake Paul a shot at his light-heavyweight titleCredit: Richard Pelham / The SunAlex Pereira was called out by Jake PaulCredit: Getty More

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      Anthony Joshua confirms Tyson Fury fight could go ahead in 2025 as Brit legend admits ‘it HAS to happen’

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA says his two-fight £500million Tyson Fury rivalry HAS to happen this year.When the 35-year-old Watford legend was stunned by a Daniel Dubois knockout at Wembley in September, the ringside Gypsy King roared “that’s cost me £150million, the silly c***.”Anthony Joshua says he has to fight Tyson Fury in 2025Credit: ReutersFury is coming off two defeats to Oleksandr UsykCredit: GettyBut the 36-year-old Morecambe giant has just been schooled by Oleksandr Usyk for a second time, leaving the two Brits free to settle their 15-year-old derby for crazy cash.It started with a 2010 sparring session – when AJ was an unknown and Fury offered his Rolex to anyone who could floor him – and only verbal blows have been swapped since.But it remains the biggest fight in British boxing history, most likely to happen over two legs in Saudi Arabia and London, with the winner crowned the finest English heavyweight of his era and the world’s second best behind the Ukraine genius who did the double over both.On a trip to Nigeria where his parents were born and he briefly attending a boarding school, Joshua told Sportsboom: “I’ve been involved in a whole lot of fights, but this has to happen in 2025.READ MORE IN BOXING“Of course, it has to happen, and hopefully, it does happen.”Since winning the Olympic gold medal at London 2012 , Joshua has been a leading light in trying to raise the sport’s profile in Britain.During the pandemic lockdown, when the Government turned its back on the dying gyms all over the country, Joshua propped them up out of his pocket.Retired fighter Kevin Mitchell revealed in October that AJ discreetly paid for his brother Vinny’s 2019 funeralMost read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSAnd Joshua’s Clean Herts programme helps youngsters around Hertfordshire avoid slipping through societal cracks.The UK has benefitted massively from Joshua for over a decade and he hopes to offer Nigeria similar help once he hangs up his golden gloves. Tyson Fury gives cryptic update on his future after Oleksandr Usyk defeat as retirement rumours circleHe explained : “When I retire, I can probably think of setting up an academy in Nigeria.“And if anyone wants to turn professional, we can also help them.”Fury was coy on his future after all three Riyadh judges had him coming up short 116-112.But Joshua promoter Eddie Hearn advised him to snap up the Joshua clash while the going is still good.The Essex salesman said: “The reality is there’s only one fight for Tyson Fury and that’s Anthony Joshua. “It’s the biggest fight in the history of British boxing and everyone will want to see it.”That wasn’t a Tyson Fury who looked finished. It wasn’t a flat performances, it wasn’t a poor performance. He didn’t look gun shy or like his punch resistance was in question.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Tyson Fury is still potentially at the peak of his powers, just not good enough to beat Oleksandr Usyk.”For me AJ against Fury is the one. One at Wembley and then back out here for Riyadh season. I will be pushing his excellency (Saudi Arabia’s boxing powerbroker Turki Alalshikh) to make the fight.” More

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      Former world champion, 47, vows to end Jake Paul’s boxing career with ‘one punch’

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      CARL FROCH has threatened to end Jake Paul’s boxing career with just one punch. Froch, who retired in 2014, has embarked on an outspoken punditry career since hanging up the gloves.Carl Froch has threatened to end Jake Paul’s boxing career with just one punchCredit: RexJake Paul has come under criticism by FrochCredit: GettyAnd YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul has been among the most criticised by the British legend.Froch, 47, has vowed to come out of retirement to fight the American and claimed he would even do it for free. He said on his YouTube channel: “I will fight for charity. Which part of that do you not understand? “You conveniently left that out cause that shatters your whole illusion of, ‘oh, Carl Froch is begging for a payday.’READ MORE IN BOXING”I ain’t begging for a payday, I’m begging to ram Jake Paul’s teeth down the back of his f***ing throat. Boom. Game over. “Jake Paul’s bulls***, fake, clown career over with one punch. That’s all I’m begging for.”Froch retired in 2014 after knocking out George Groves in front of 80,000 fans at Wembley Stadium.Paul, 27, is meanwhile 11-1 as a boxer with his only defeat coming in 2023 against Tommy Fury, 25, via split-decision in Saudi Arabia. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHis last bout was marred in controversy after he beat 58-year-old great Mike Tyson over eight rounds. And Froch was among the harshest of critics as he then called to fight Paul for charity. ‘I’m kind of depressed a little’ – Boxing legend Mike Tyson’s alarming confession one month on from Jack Paul fightAnd Paul’s promotional partner Nakisa Bidarian told SunSport: “Sure Carl, show up with an offer that makes sense – since he’s fighting for charity anyways – he’s made it clear that he’s going to donate 100 per cent of his earnings to charity.”Show up with an offer that makes sense for MVP and Jake Paul, who drive the biggest numbers in the entire sport and we’ll have happy to have a conversation.”We’re certainly not looking to come to the UK to offer a 47-year-old Carl Froch – who’s never sold a pay-per-view in his life in the US which is the most important market – and make him an offer.”And, he’s fighting for charity anyways, he’s fighting for free. “So, if and when they’re ready to show us an offer that shows that he’s 100 per cent donating all proceeds that he gets paid and any entities associated with him to charity…”And that it is an eight-figure opportunity for Jake Paul – which is what Jake Paul makes in every single fight – happy to have the conversation. Absolutely.”Jake Paul with Nakisa BidarianCredit: Esther Lin/ Most Valuable Promotions More

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      Tyson Fury plummets down heavyweight world rankings after second Oleksandr Usyk defeat with AJ fight on the cards

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      TYSON FURY has fallen down the WBO heavyweight rankings following a second defeat to Oleksandr Usyk. Fury was ranked No1 in the organisation when he challenged for Usyk’s WBO, WBA and WBC belts in December. Tyson Fury has fallen down the WBO heavyweight rankingsCredit: PAFury has twice lost to Oleksandr UsykCredit: GettyBut just like in their first fight in May, Usyk emerged with a points victory following another Saudi Arabia showdown. As a result, Fury finds himself ranked No3 in the WBO’s ratings. The Gypsy King is still No1 with the WBC but he is not even ranked by the WBA. Fury, 36, was beaten by Usyk, 37, via split-decision in May before losing a unanimous verdict last month. READ MORE IN BOXINGNow, attention has turned to an all-British blockbuster with Anthony Joshua, 35, who was knocked out by Daniel Dubois, 27, in September. And AJ’s promoter Eddie Hearn revealed Dubois and Fury are the only names they are focusing on in 2025.He told iFL TV: “For us, there’s only two fights we’re interested in: Daniel Dubois rematch and Tyson Fury.“He’d [AJ] love another chance to become world heavyweight champion.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS“So, now the Fury fight is there. It might not be as big as it could have been, but it’s still the biggest fight in boxing.”Tell me a bigger fight in boxing. It doesn’t exist. AJ-Fury is the biggest fight in the sport of boxing. Tyson Fury gives cryptic update on his future after Oleksandr Usyk defeat as retirement rumours circle“So, once the dust settles, I guess it’s up to me and Frank and the guys. “Right now, I doubt that Fury is thinking about fighting again or fighting AJ.”He’s still p***ed off, and he’ll go away and spend time with his family. I mentioned two names for us. Tell me two names for Tyson Fury. There’s only one.”Anthony Joshua remains linked with a fight against FuryCredit: Reuters More