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      Staggering cost of Jake Paul’s engagement ring for Jutta Leerdam revealed as couple share emotional video

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      JAKE PAUL and Jutta Leerdam shared an emotional engagement video – while showing off the mind-blowingly expensive ring.The multimillionaire YouTuber-turned-boxer announced his proposal online with a series of romantic pictures.Jutta Leerdam and Jake Paul got engagedCredit: Instagram / @jakepaulJutta showed off the stunning ringCredit: Instagram / @jakepaulLogan Paul and Nina Agdal threw a congratulations partyHe wrote: “We’re engaged we can’t wait to spend forever together.”Paul got down on one knee at the undisclosed location – matching his new fiancee in all white – and popped the question behind a stunning scenic backdrop.Jutta – a world champion on the ice – jumped for joy and showed off her sparkly engagement ring.According to talkSPORT, the rock was examined by jewellery experts and is believed to be ten-carat natural diamonds. READ MORE ON JAKE PAULThat could take the cost of the ring up to $1MILLION (£775,000). Jutta again showed off the ring on her Instagram story after Paul’s brother Logan and fiancee Nina Agdal threw a congratulations party. Logan himself proposed to Danish supermodel Nina in July 2023 in Lake Como in Italy.Last September they welcomed baby daughter Esme into the world.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSYounger brother Jake – who has been with Jutta since April 2023 – plans to have babies too after the 2026 Winter Olympics.The couple met after Paul invited Jutta, 26, on to his podcast – hitting it off via Instagram messages.Jake Paul says having children will prolong his boxing career and wants them to be best friends with brother Logan’s kidsAnd they went public with their relationship two months after Paul, 28, was beaten by Tommy Fury, 25, his only loss in the ring.The Puerto Rico-based American is now 11-1 as a boxer and most recently beat 58-year-old Mike Tyson in a fight marred in controversy amid the age gap.But a huge 100 MILLION people tuned in to watch Paul’s eight round points win on Netflix.The social media sensation then entered shock talks to face Mexican legend Canelo Alvarez, 34, in Las Vegas on May 3.But Canelo pulled out of the deal at the last minute to instead sign a four-fight deal with Saudi Arabia’s Turki Alalshikh.And Paul recently called out Anthony Joshua, 35, with the two later sharing a phone call while teasing a stunning bout in 2026.Jutta also celebrated a gold medal at the World Speed Skating Championships in the trios event alongside Femke Kok and Suzanne Schulting.The couple showed off their engagement onlineCredit: Instagram / @jakepaulThe newly-engaged couple share a romantic kissCredit: Instagram / @jakepaulThey both matched in all whiteCredit: Instagram / @jakepaulJutta is a world champion speedskaterCredit: RexShe went public with Jake Paul in April 2023Credit: Instagram / @uttaleerdamThe couple first hit it off on InstagramCredit: Instagram / @juttaleerdamJake Paul beat Mike Tyson in his last fightCredit: Getty More

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      Roman Fury gives update on brother Tommy’s boxing return and reveals two fights on Love Island star’s radar

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      ROMAN FURY says brother Tommy is closing in on his boxing return – with two big fights on his radar.Tommy beat YouTube’s biggest boxing stars in Jake Paul and KSI in 2023.Tommy Fury with brother RomanCredit:
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      He took a split-decision over Paul in Saudi Arabia and then a controversial points win against KSI in Manchester.But Tommy is yet to return having undergone hand surgery.And brother Roman, 28, told SunSport: “I’d like to see him have a few comeback fights because obviously he had a massive surgery. “He’s been out of the ring for God knows how long now. It’s been well over a year.READ MORE IN BOXING”So a few comeback fights and then go for the Jake Paul, the KSI rematches and just see where he goes from there, but they’re the two main fights that he wants to have.”But he just needs to get them cobwebs off, get the ring rust off, and have a few warmups, then jump into them, probably at the end of the year at some point.” Paul, 28, suffered his first and so far only defeat to Fury, 25.But he has won five since, most recently against Mike Tyson, 58, in November which was marred in controversy amid the age difference.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSKSI, 31, is also yet to return since losing to Fury having also suffered a hand injury and was due to do so on Saturday against Dillon Danis.But he was forced to postpone the bout against the MMA star after falling ill.Roman Fury wants to face Logan Paul in stunning double header with Tommy vs JakeRoman was due on the undercard against against Chase DeMoor, 28, who has starred on reality TV in America.Tommy would have supported his older brother from Manchester as Roman talked up rematches with KSI and Paul. He said: “I’d want him to have the Jake Paul one. I just think Jake Paul’s a better person to work with. He’s a lot more professional than KSI.”And at the end of the day, you’ll get a better fight because KSI, he’d be jumping up and down and lunging, you know. “KSI made that fight bad – not Tommy. So I’d like to see him do the Jake Paul one. “I think it’s a bigger fight than the KSI one, but of course, come back and shut this KSI up for good.”Jake Paul lost a split-decision to Tommy FuryCredit: GettyTommy Fury won a controversial decision over KSICredit: Getty More

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      ‘For sure it’s going to happen’ – Jake Paul reveals Tommy Fury rematch talks and slams Canelo Alvarez over failed fight

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      JAKE PAUL is closing in on a rematch with Tommy Fury – after losing out on the fight of his life against Canelo Alvarez. Fury became the first and so far only man to defeat the YouTuber-turned-boxer following his split-decision win in February 2023. Jake Paul revealed talks to rematch Tommy FuryCredit: ReutersPaul revealed talks for a rematch are ongoing as he bids for revenge. He told SunSport: “Definitely that’s on the docket and those conversations have been going on for quite some time.“I think it is gonna happen when it makes sense for everyone, but for sure it’s gonna happen.”Fury, 25, has fought just once since, beating Paul’s arch YouTube rival KSI, 31, in a disputed decision in October 2023. READ MORE IN BOXINGPaul meanwhile has boxed and won five times in the aftermath of his one and only defeat in the ring.He most recently brought 58-year-old Mike Tyson out of retirement for a controversial clash on Netflix. And despite the scrutiny surrounding the fight, over 100 MILLION tuned in to watch Paul’s eight round points win. Paul, 28, then entered shock talks with Mexican superstar Canelo Alvarez, 34, for a mega-bout on May 3 in Las Vegas on the streaming service. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSBut Canelo pulled out of the deal at the 11th hour to instead sign a four-fight deal with Saudi Arabia’s Turki Alalshikh. Paul said: “He just missed out on creating arguably the biggest, if not the second biggest fight of all time, which could have potentially beat me and Mike Tyson. My dad pitted me and Logan against each other growing up… but my kids will NEVER be like that, says Jake Paul“I think that’s worth more than money, right? Canelo has money, so I think for his legacy and the fan base that he could have tapped into by fighting me. “He really chose the money over that because they was threatening to pull his $300million contract with Saudi.“So he chose that versus creating a legacy and doing one of the biggest fights ever.”The Max Original reality series PAUL AMERICAN debuts THURSDAY, MARCH 27 on Max. Episodes debut weekly leading up to the season finale on Thursday, May 15.Canelo Alvarez pulled out of fighting Jake PaulCredit: Getty More

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      Anthony Joshua backed to ‘walk straight in’ to major fight despite latest injury setback

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA has been backed by Frank Warren to walk straight into a mega-fight – despite his latest injury setback.AJ is yet to return since suffering a knockout defeat to Daniel Dubois in September – snubbing a rematch to focus on Tyson Fury. Anthony Joshua will ‘walk back in’ to a major fight after recovering from injuryCredit: GettyBut Fury announced a shock retirement in January and appears no closer to reversing his decision. Joshua was left in the lurch but his promoter Eddie Hearn recently revealed the heavyweight faces two months out with injury. And Warren, who promotes Fury and Dubois, told Sky Sports: “We’re making these fights happen.”All I know is whatever they advise him, the majority of the heavyweights are with us.READ MORE IN BOXING”That door has been taken off the hinges, just walk straight in and we’ll make it.”I understand something was going on [with an injury].”For him there’s no rush, he’s there and he’ll decide in his own time what he wants to do.”I’m sure his team will support him wholeheartedly whatever his decision is.”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSHearn has claimed Joshua, 35, likely has no more than two fights left in his career before retirement.And Warren said: “That’s his choice.Jake Paul brutally warned against fighting Anthony Joshua by ex-world champions “He’s been a great servant for British boxing, two-time world champion, filling venues up, was on the crest of a wave for a long time and in fact looked on the crest of a wave until he fought Daniel.”He had three good wins under his belt.” More

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      My dad pitted me and Logan against each other growing up… but my kids will NEVER be like that, says Jake Paul

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      LOGAN PAUL awkwardly laughs when brother Jake suggests their parents could have raised them better in a warts ‘n all documentary about the showbiz siblings.Logan said they both have no regrets for publicly feuding for so many years – which was a huge strain for their mum Pam.Logan Paul with dad Greg and brother JakeCredit: INSTAGRAMLogan and Jake grew up competing against each otherCredit: @loganpaul Jake holds Logan’s baby daughter EsmeCredit: INSTAGRAMJake, 28, says with a straight face: “Well, I think if they were better parents, we probably wouldn’t have been fighting.” Older brother Logan, 29, lets out a chuckle and continues: “It’s true. No, I don’t think either of us have regrets.“I mean yeah, we could sit here and say we wish we would have done things differently, but then like perhaps the present wouldn’t look the way it looks now. “And I mean, his comment was facetious, but maybe there’s truth in that.”read more in boxing Jake, who has lived a life being compared to Logan, interrupts with: “I was being serious. My kids won’t fight, they’ll support and love each other.”The pair grew up raised by their no-nonsense dad Greg and loving mother Pam – who have since separated. By their teens, both had moved to Los Angeles in a bid for fame by entering showbusiness. Over the next ten years, Logan and Jake would become two of the biggest stars in the social media era and self-made millionaires.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThey first shot to notoriety on the six-second video app Vine and later YouTube – where they became viral sensations. A battle for internet supremacy would then ensue between the two – as the brothers fought it out for clicks, likes and subscribers.Jake Paul says having children will prolong his boxing career and wants them to be best friends with brother Logan’s kidsAnd while the chase for money and success could be blamed for their family feuding, dad Greg is where the finger gets pointed at.The crazy life the family live plays out in an eight-part reality series airing on MAX called Paul American. And Logan says: “In this show, it was incredibly cathartic for us to figure out why we are the way we are sometimes.“And I think one of the things that we discovered was our dad was constantly pitting us against each other – like with everything. “So we both became extremely competitive. And that’s like ingrained in us, whether it’s with each other or the universe and everyone else.”Logan and Jake moved to LA to pursue showbiz careersCredit: Getty – ContributorLogan and Jake Paul with parents Greg and PamCredit: GettyJake celebrates a boxing win with LoganCredit: GettyThe eye-opening and wide-ranging series draws back the curtain on the chaotic life Jake and Logan lead.Jake juggles his career as a boxing star with being a long-distance partner to Jutta Leerdam – a glamorous and successful Dutch speedskater – who he has just proposed to.Logan – signed to the WWE – welcomes baby daughter Esme into the world after getting engaged to Danish supermodel Nina Agdal. Explosive arguments, heartwarming reconciliations and everything in between is laid bare in the series – all in the name of entertainment. Logan says: “This show has caused a few divides in the family, which sucks for us, but it’s great media.“We’ve shown our whole lives on camera, on YouTube and the internet primarily, and we felt like Max was an outlet where we could go even further.“I don’t know why we felt like that, but maybe because it’s Max and it’s like an incredibly prestigious platform. READ MORE SUN STORIES”So we really put it all out there for everyone to judge and and hate on us. It’s pretty sick.”The Max Original reality series PAUL AMERICAN debuts THURSDAY, MARCH 27 on Max. Episodes debut weekly leading up to the season finale on Thursday, May 15.Nina Agdal is Logan Paul’s supermodel fianceeCredit: SplashThe couple are now engagedCredit: Not known, clear with picture deskThey welcomed their baby daughter Esme into the worldCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/DAgdceAJ9G1/?igsh=MWFsOXpvM2xra294aQ&img_index=1Uncle Jake with his niece EsmeCredit: INSTAGRAMJutta Leerdam is Jake Paul’s Dutch speedskater girlfriendCredit: AFPThe couple are don’t mind sharing with their followersCredit: @jakepaul More

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      ‘Tell everyone’ – Eddie Hearn reveals what Anthony Joshua said to him about fighting Jake Paul after shock call out

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      EDDIE HEARN has revealed details of his conversation with Anthony Joshua about fighting Jake Paul.YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul shocked the world last week by revealing his intention to throw down with the former two-time unified heavyweight champion.Jake Paul sensationally called out Anthony Joshua earlier this monthCredit: GETTYThe social media sensation is adamant he’d KO the former two-time heavyweight champEddie Hearn has revealed AJ is very much open to fighting the YouTuberCredit: GETTYBoxing fans worldwide were left stunned by the social media star’s sensational call-out, which AJ has appeared to entertain.And Hearn has revealed the Watford warrior is very much down to teach The Problem Child a lesson.The Matchroom Boxing Chief told DAZN: “AJ would fight Jake Paul. He would fight anyone, to be honest with you.”And if Jake Paul wants to step up and fight Anthony Joshua, he will need the relevant insurance.READ MORE BOXING NEWS”But the only thing that was disappointing is that he said 2026. Do it in 2025 if you really want to do it.”But those two have spoken, I spoke to AJ this morning and he went, ‘Of course, I’ll fight him’.”Jake creates massive events, unbelievable viewership and no disrespect to Jake Paul but it’s a straightforward night’s work.”I like this calling out of Canelo [Alvarez] and others. AJ is another chance. But if they are game, why not?”Most read in BoxingWhen asked what AJ told him in response to Paul’s provocation, Hearn replied: “He said, ‘Why not? Tell everyone I’ll fight anyone. It is not a problem for me.’”AJ hasn’t set foot in the ring since suffering a brutal fifth-round KO defeat to Daniel Dubois in their Wembley bout last September.A long-overdue showdown with Tyson Fury was seemingly on the cards for the London 2012 gold medallist before The Gypsy King announced his fifth retirement in January.But AJ is refusing to write off the Battle of Britain, telling iFL TV: “I feel like it’s the best fight [for me].”People might say [Joseph] Parker, people might say – I don’t know.”But I think Fury, commercially, is a great fight and it’s a great man’s fight as well. So I think it makes sense.”You could say it’s been years in the making.”But listen, the heavyweight division has been thriving.”And why I say it’s probably still a great fight is as I said Parker is, for me, a great story of someone that never gives up.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And the thing is, there is going to be one winner and one loser.”And there’s going to be bloodshed. And it ain’t gonna be mine.” More

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      ‘He’s a monster’ – Jake Paul reveals which boxer he would never fight after calling out Anthony Joshua

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      JAKE PAUL has revealed the one “monster” boxer he will never fight. The YouTuber-turned-boxer sent social media into a frenzy when he called out Anthony Joshua on his podcast.Jake Paul has been called out by boxing superstar Artur BeterbievCredit: GettyAnd the two later shared a phone call and teased a shock fight in 2026 on their social media channels.Paul made the callout while joined by former super-middleweight world champion David Benavidez – nicknamed the Mexican Monster. The Arizona-born light-heavyweight is 30-0 with 24 knockouts and renowned for his dazzling speed and punch power. So Paul had no problem admitting to Benavidez’s face that he would not go anywhere near fighting him. READ MORE IN BOXINGHe said: “(My manager) is talking about all these potential fights, and I’m like, ‘Yes, no,’ and the only no is you. “I will not fight this f***ing guy, he’s a fucking monster. I’m just gonna f***ing die, bro. I know my boundaries.”But here’s the thing, I want to fight Anthony Joshua – exclusive – because I know that I will f***ing beat Anthony Joshua’s ass. “He doesn’t have a chin and he has no skill and he’s stiff. And I love you, Anthony, we’re friends, all this s***, but I want to fight you.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS“I will beat Canelo, I will beat a lot of f***ing people, I will not beat David Benavidez. I would get torn up, bro. This guy is different. He’s different.”Benavidez, 28, most recently beat David Morrell to win the interim WBC and WBA titles.Jake Paul brutally warned against fighting Anthony Joshua by ex-world champions Paul, 28, meanwhile defeated Mike Tyson, 58, in his last bout but it was marred in controversy due to the age gap between them.After the fight – which was viewed by more than 100MILLION on Netflix – Paul’s team opened the door to a potential AJ fight.Paul weighed a career-heaviest 227lb (16st 2lb) for his eight-round points win over Tyson.Joshua, 35, was 252.5lb (18st) for his September KO loss to Daniel Dubois meaning there is still a TWO STONE difference with Paul.And promoter Eddie Hearn revealed AJ is board for the fight. I will beat Canelo, I will beat a lot of f***ing people, I will not beat David Benavidez. I would get torn up, bro. This guy is different. He’s different.Jake Paul Hearn said: “To be honest, I look at it and I think Jake Paul against Anthony Joshua — for me, we’d do it for the banter.”AJ would fight Jake Paul. He’d fight anyone to be honest with you. If Jake Paul wants to step up and fight Anthony Joshua, he’ll need the relevant insurance.“The only thing that was disappointing was he says 2026. That’s like me saying, LA Olympics for the surfing in 2028, I’ll be there.’”Do it in 2025 if you really want to do it. You’re not going to get really much better at this stage.”I don’t know. Those two have spoken, I spoke to AJ this morning, he went, ‘Listen, of course I’d fight him.’READ MORE SUN STORIES“[Joshua] said, ‘Why not?’ I said, ‘What do you want me to say when I’m asked about it?’”He said, ‘Tell everyone I’ll fight anyone, any time, it’s not a problem for me.’”David Benavidez is nicknamed the Mexican MonsterCredit: GettyAnthony Joshua with Jake Paul in Dubai in 2022 More

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      ‘It might be the end of his life’ – Jake Paul brutally warned against fighting Anthony Joshua by ex-world champions

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      JAKE PAUL has been warned he could DIE if he fights Anthony Joshua.The YouTuber-turned-boxer made the shock call out of AJ on his podcast while blasting the two-time heavyweight world champion.Carl Froch and Amir Khan warned Jake Paul against fighting Anthony JoshuaJake Paul called out AJ on his podcastCredit: GettyJoshua and Jake Paul both teased the fightCredit: GettyBut British legends Carl Froch and Amir Khan laughed off the fight and sent Paul a word of warning. Khan, 38, said: “What a mismatch that is. Joshua would kill him.”Froch, 47, replied: “I think AJ’s way too big and he throws a good one-two down the pipe and if he lands that on Fake Paul’s chin it’s f***ing game over, surely?” Khan said: “Jake Paul would never look at boxing again. He’ll never want to fight again. READ MORE IN BOXING”That will be the end of his YouTube career in my opinion after a shot like that with that one-two.” Froch then chimed in with: “It might be the end of his life.” It comes after Paul called out Joshua while undefeated David Benavidez joined his podcast. He said: “I want to fight Anthony Joshua – exclusive – because I know I will f***ing beat Anthony Joshua’s ass.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”He doesn’t have a chin, and he has no skill and he’s stiff. I love you Anthony, we’re friends, all this s*** but I want to fight you.”I will beat Canelo, I will beat a lot of f***ing people.”Jake Paul blasts Anthony Joshua and vows to KO heavyweight superstarThe two then shared a phone call and both teased a fight in 2026. Paul, 28, beat Mike Tyson, 58, in his last bout but it was marred in controversy due to the age gap between them.After the fight – which was viewed by more than 100MILLION on Netflix – Paul’s team opened the door to a potential AJ fight.Paul weighed a career-heaviest 227lb (16st 2lb) for his eight-round points win over Tyson.Joshua, 35, was 252.5lb (18st) for his September KO loss to Daniel Dubois, 27, meaning there is still a TWO STONE difference with Paul.But promoter Eddie Hearn revealed AJ is fully on board with the bout. I think AJ’s way too big and he throws a good one-two down the pipe and if he lands that on Fake Paul’s chin it’s f***ing game over,Carl Froch on Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul Hearn said: “To be honest, I look at it and I think Jake Paul against Anthony Joshua—for me, we’d do it for the banter.”AJ would fight Jake Paul. He’d fight anyone to be honest with you. If Jake Paul wants to step up and fight Anthony Joshua, he’ll need the relevant insurance.“The only thing that was disappointing was he says 2026. That’s like me saying, LA Olympics for the surfing in 2028, I’ll be there.’ “Do it in 2025 if you really want to do it. You’re not going to get really much better at this stage. “I don’t know. Those two have spoken, I spoke to AJ this morning, he went, ‘Listen, of course I’d fight him.’READ MORE SUN STORIES“[Joshua] said, ‘Why not?’ I said, ‘What do you want me to say when I’m asked about it?’ “He said, ‘Tell everyone I’ll fight anyone, any time, it’s not a problem for me.’”Anthony Joshua with Jake Paul in 2022 More