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      Derek Chisora ‘announces’ shock fight with retired pal Tony Bellew in Manchester this year

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      DEREK CHISORA has bizarrely called out pal Tony Bellew. Chisora stunned Joe Joyce in his 48th fight and vows to reach 50 bouts before hanging them up. Dereck Chisora called out his old pal Tony BellewCredit: Richard Pelham – The SunDeontay Wilder, Zhilei Zhang and Dillian Whyte are all among the names the veteran Brit wants to face. But retired former cruiserweight world champion Bellew is the latest shock name Chisora has called out. He shared a mocked up fight poster of the pair teasing a December bout in Manchester.But Bellew responded: “Stop this you….”READ MORE IN BOXINGWhat is even more bizarre is Bellew, 41, and Chisora, 40, are close friends. Bellew has even admitted in the past to facing the wrath of TV bosses for cheering for Chisora too much while on air. He told MHM Social: “When it comes to Derek, we’re close friends. “I don’t have many close friends left in the boxing world anymore and there’s not many guys out there who openly supported me when I was fighting.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Derek was always there with my biggest fights, right by my side, screaming and shouting for me. And I’m a loyal person – what you do for me, I do for you.”So it was just one of them nights. I got reprimanded and told off by Sky for my shouting and stuff, but don’t employ me for the fights where my friends are fighting if that’s not what you want.”Bellew retired in 2018 following a crushing knockout loss to now-heavyweight king Oleksandr Usyk. He did open the door to a comeback over the years but has since settled into retirement as a pundit and commentator. Chisora meanwhile is adamant he will reach 50 fights after beating Joyce, 38, in a ten-round thriller. He said: “It’s not my last fight. I’ve got two more.” I came close to being victim of deadly knife crime – that’s why I’m spending £1m to stop it, Tyson Fury’s manager says More

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      Anthony Joshua ‘wants no part’ of giant 18st heavyweight rival and it is ‘worst kept secret in boxing’

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA “wants no part” of giant 18 stone Zhilei Zhang – and “it’s the worst kept secret in boxing.” Zhang, 41, has put himself into heavyweight title contention following victories over the likes of Joe Joyce and Deontay Wilder. Anthony Joshua beat Zhilei Zhang in the 2012 OlympicsCredit: GettyAnd he has long called out AJ, who in 2012 beat the Chinese star on the way to Olympic gold in London. Zhang’s manager Terry Lane claimed Joshua has rejected the chance to fight his old amateur rival and everyone in the boxing business knows it. Lane told Sky Sports: “I think it’s the worst kept secret in boxing that AJ wants no part of Zhilei. There’s been opportunities for them to fight.”It’s just very clear that there’s no interest on AJ’s end, he just wants to avoid the fight, which is unfortunate.”READ MORE IN BOXINGZhang twice stopped Joyce before losing to Joseph Parker and then bouncing back with victory over Wilder. Joshua, 34, meanwhile challenges for 26-year-old Daniel Dubois’ IBF title on September 21 at Wembley. Oleksandr Usyk, 37, rematches Tyson Fury, 35, on December 21 following his undisputed title victory in May. And Zhang has his eyes on the top names and belts in the division. Most read in BoxingRing Magazine Heavyweight RankingsChampion: Oleksandr Usyk1. Tyson Fury2. Anthony Joshua3. Joseph Parker4. Zhilei Zhang5. Agit Kabayel6. Daniel Dubois7. Martin Bakole8. Filip Hrgovic9. Efe Ajagba10. Justis HuniCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSLane added: “A world title shot is the aim. AJ and Fury are the main desires for Zhang – those are two guys he wants to fight.”I don’t know if Usyk is serious about moving back down to cruiserweight, but I think Zhilei has more than earned a shot against Fury and AJ.”The problem with Zhilei is he’s feared. He’s a risky fight for anybody, a big-punching southpaw.”He ruined the plans for Joyce to fight Fury and he ruined the plans for Deontay Wilder to fight AJ, so he’s known as a risky party pooper, spoiler, so getting these guys in the ring is proving to be tough.”Oleksandr Usyk in shock career switch… as boxing champ reveals private DMs with Tyson Fury ahead of rematch More

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      Mike Tyson bit me in the nipple so hard and when he punched me I saw leprechauns playing drums

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      MIKE TYSON’s last opponent has sent a warning to Jake Paul about the danger that awaits him.Iron Mike, 52, is set to face Paul in November after their original bout was rescheduled following a health scare for the heavyweight great.Kevin McBride beat Mike Tyson in 2006Credit: ReutersThe Irishman said Tyson packed a hell of a punchCredit: AP:Associated PressJake Paul is set to face Tyson in NovemberCredit: AFPKevin McBride, 51, defeated Tyson by technical knockout in 2005 and shared what it was like to be punched by him.He told Instant Casinos: “When Tyson hit me I swear I saw Leprechaun’s playing drums in my head, so I got hold of him in a headlock and whispered to him, ‘Is that all you got?’ and he went crazy. “He bit my nipple so hard, it was the most excruciating pain that I ever felt in my life, as he pulled away his mouthpiece fell out and thought, ‘Thank god he had his mouthpiece in.’ “If he didn’t have that mouthpiece in, I’d be forever known as the Irish heavyweight with one nipple. READ MORE IN BOXING”If you watch the fight back in slow motion you can see him biting my nipple.” McBride shared some tips for Paul, 27, ahead of the showdown.He added: “Keep you’re f***ing hands up and watch that he doesn’t spit out his mouthpiece and if he does, tell the ref.”I’d warn Jake Paul to make sure Mike doesn’t spit his mouthpiece out because if he does you never know what’s going to happen. Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”You don’t know what Mike Tyson is going to do, he’s a fearsome man. “It takes balls to get in the ring with Tyson even in his fifties, whether you’re a YouTuber or a fighter, it takes big balls, Tyson is no joke.Mike Tyson issues chilling threat to Jake Paul in first message since Netflix showdown fight was postponed“When you’re a fighter like Tyson I can tell you he’s going in there to win and to take care of business. “He does not want to look back and think he let Jake Paul off the hook. “He’s going in there to win and Paul will need to be on his best form to survive. “I can tell from the media that Tyson has done so far that he wants to win, it’s in his blood, the competition will never leave him.”Some think that Tyson’s age could open the door for Paul to record a victory.But McBride thinks the boxing icon still has plenty left in the tank.He said: “Jake Paul’s getting a little bit better, he’s getting more ring experience, but he’s going to find out the power Tyson has. “Paul is maybe half the age of Tyson but Tyson is so dangerous. “Power is the last thing you lose. You can see it on the videos he’s posting, it may only be a short video, but it’s unbelievable power. “All Mike Tyson has to do is connect and Jake Paul will be seeing Christmas lights for the next week. “He’ll time him in the first couple rounds and it will be over.  READ MORE SUN STORIES”Tyson is a legend and if he beats Paul you can tell him that if he wants to avenge his defeat, let’s get it on. “I’d come out of retirement for another Mike Tyson fight. Or if either man pulls out, I’ll jump in.” More

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      Gender row boxer Lin Yu-ting set for bizarre Olympics gold medal final fight against opponent who jumps around in ring

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      LIN YU-TING fights for Olympic featherweight gold on Friday.But the Taiwanese titan will have to defeat one of the most unorthodox opponents of her career to win Olympic gold.Lin Yu-ting is in the final of the women’s featherweight boxingCredit: RexShe faces Poland’s Julia Szeremeta in the gold medal matchCredit: RexSzeremeta has lit up the tournament with her showboatingCredit: AFPAnd her mid-fight jumping has gone viralStanding between the 28-year-old – who has been at the centre of a gender row along with Algeria’s Imane Khelif – and glory at Paris 2024 is Poland’s Julia Szeremeta.The 20-year-old has booked her place in the final with wins over Venezuela’s Omailyn Alcala, Australia’s Tina Rahimi, Puerto Rico’s Ashelyann Lozada and the Philippines’s Nestthy Petecio.And she’s done so in a less-than-orthodox style, which includes plenty of showboating.Szeremeta has showboated her way to the gold medal match, putting her hands down and even jumping up in the air in fights.READ MORE OLYMPICS NEWSBut she’ll do well to pull off her antics against the ferocious Lin, who entered the tournament as the No1 seed.She battered Turkey’s Esra Yildiz Kahraman with a cool and composed display of crisp technique and footwork to bag her third successive unanimous points win.Lin’s performances have been overshadowed by the fierce debate over her participation in the Games.Both Lin and Khelif – who is in the women’s welterweight final – are competing at the Games 18 months after allegedly failing gender eligibility tests.Most read in SportOLYMPICS FREE BETS – SIGN UP OFFERS AND DEAL FOR PARIS 2024Olympics gender controversyTHE International Olympic Committee (IOC) stirred up a huge controversy by clearing two women to box who had previously failed a gender test.Algeria’s Imane Khelif and Taiwan’s Lin Yu-ting were disqualified at the Women’s World Championships in New Delhi, India, in March 2023.Lin Yu-ting was stripped of a bronze medal after failing a gender eligibility test.Khelif was disqualified in New Delhi for failing a testosterone level test.Officials found tests showed they had ‘XY chromosomes’ — which indicates a person is biologically male.Rare ‘intersex’ medical conditions, medically known as differences in sexual development (DSDs), can also mean outwardly female individuals can have ‘male’ chromosomes, or vice versa.The Russia-led International Boxing Association organised that event but is no longer recognised by the IOC.IOC spokesman Mark Adams said: “These athletes have competed many times before for many years, they haven’t just suddenly arrived – they competed in Tokyo.”The federation needs to make the rules to make sure that there is fairness but at the same time there is the ability for everyone to take part that wants to. That is a difficult balance.”In the end the experts for each sport are the people who work in that. If there is a big advantage that clearly is not acceptable, but that needs to be a decision made at that level.”Both Khelif and Lin competed at the delayed Olympic Games in Tokyo in 2021. Lin is a two-time winner at the Asian Women Amateur Boxing Championships.The IOC said all boxers in Paris “comply with the competition’s eligibility and entry regulations”.The controversy follows the famous case of Caster Semenya.South African middle-distance runner Semenya has a condition which means her body naturally produces higher levels of testosterone than normal for women.She won gold in the 800m at London 2012 and Rio in 2016 but was unable to compete at Tokyo in 2021 after World Athletics brought in new rules independently of the IOC at the time.Tests conducted by the Russian-backed IBA are said to have determined the duo tested positive for male XY chromosomes.The duo were disqualified from the Women’s World Championships as a result of those tests.Lin Yu-Ting’s defeated opponent makes ‘double X’ gesture after losing to gender row boxer at Olympics 2024But the women were permitted to compete by the International Olympic Committee, who cast doubt on the reliability of the tests.The IBA, however, revealed this week that they WON’T be divulging details of the tests.During a farcical press conference on Monday, IBA secretary general Chris Roberts said: “It’s never been our intention to bring any of this about.”We’re not allowed to give any information, but you can read between the lines what it means.”We’re not in a position to share any results, but the IOC have seen them.”He added: “Yesterday evening and this morning, we’ve received letters from China and Algeria informing us we can’t disclose any info on boxers.”You can see what that means – again read between the lines.”Lin Yu-ting’s participation at the Games has been overshadowed by a gender rowCredit: GettySzeremeta isn’t immersing herself in the gender row and is focused solely on bringing gold back to her homeland.She said: “There’s no point talking about the silver medal. “I’m going for the gold,’ she said right after the fight.’Szeremeta added: “I’m not afraid of anyone; I don’t feel respect.”I go out and do my thing. I can’t wait for the final.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Another win gives me confidence, and I don’t feel any stress. I approach this like a regular tournament.”I don’t think it’s the Games. I box in a relaxed way.” More

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      Danny Simpson vs Danny Aarons: UK start time, live steam, TV channel as ex-Premier League ace makes Misfits boxing debut

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      FORMER Premier League winner Danny Aarons is back in action this summer – but not on the football pitch. The former Manchester United star who won football’s top-flight prize with Leicester in 2016 is set to make his boxing debut.Danny Simpson is swapping the football pitch with the boxing ring this summerSimpson will take on social media influencer Danny Aarons on the Misfits 17 card which KSI was originally meant to headline.KSI was supposed to face Anthony Taylor and Slim in a two-on-one handicap match.But the entertainment mogul will now perform a mini-concert instead, with a seven-fight bill to accompany the musical performance. Elsewhere on the card, TikTok star HStikkytokky is in action, as is former Love Island contestant Jake Cornish. When is Simpson vs Aarons?Simpson’s clash with Aarons will take place on Saturday, August 31. The fight will be held at the 3Arena in Dublin, Ireland. A ring-walk time for the fight has yet to be confirmed, but it isn’t the main event of the night. HStikkytokky vs George Fensom is set to headline the event. What channel is it and can it be live streamed?Simpson vs Aarons will be shown live on DAZN PPV in the UK and US.You can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £14.99 ($19.99) per month, which commits you to an entire year of action.You can also pay £99.99 ($124.99) for the year up front, and this is the lowest cost option.The fight is available for live streaming on your mobile or tablet device from the DAZN app.You can also watch DAZN 1 HD on Sky channel 429 in the UK.The PPV price is £19.99 in the UK and $64.99 in the US.Misfits 17 full cardHStikkytokky vs George FensomDanny Simpson vs Danny AaronsDeen The Great vs Dave Fogarty Sami Hamed vs Jesse ClarkeBen Williams vs Warren SpencerJake Cornish vs Mike EdwardsDTG vs Minikon More

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      Floyd Mayweather ‘does not have the money he says he does’ as doubts raised about $1billion fortune

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      EDDIE HEARN has raised doubts over Floyd Mayweather’s fortune. Mayweather affectionately nicknamed himself Money throughout his career and perhaps it was appropriate due to his sensational earnings. Floyd Mayweather ahead of his next exhibition fightCredit: GettyMayweather is the richest fighter of all timeCredit: Instagram @floydmayweatherHe is known for his extravagant lifestyleCredit: Instagram @liramsustielHe topped Forbes’ rich list of the decade in 2019 with over £700MILLION made in the ring. But Mayweather has been plagued with allegations of blowing through his wealth in retirement. And his recent series of exhibition bouts against stars of the boxing, MMA and social media world have not helped dispel the claims. Even British promoter Hearn has questioned Mayweather’s fortune and decision to carry on boxing. READ MORE IN BOXINGHe said on GRM Daily: “I don’t think he’s got the money he says, that’s what I think. “I don’t think he needs the money but you know when you’ve got that lifestyle, when he’s spending what he spending.” Mayweather, 47, officially retired in 2017 after beating UFC superstar Conor McGregor, 36, in a crossover bout believed to have earned him £300m alone. But he has continued to box in exhibitions since, most recently last June against the grandson of notorious crime boss John Gotti. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSGotti III was disqualified in round six which sparked a post-fight brawl in the ring leading to a subsequent rematch in Mexico on August 24. And Mayweather revealed he could have at least another three more spectacle showdowns afterwards. Floyd Mayweather shows off million pound car collection including Rolls-Royce with furry seats and £85,000 backpack He said: “We just got a call about a three exhibition deal and it’s a crazy number. “If I was taking abuse and I was getting battered then I think I’d step away.” Mayweather, who once owned an £18m watch, insisted he is not fighting on for the cash. He said: “Am I doing it for the money? Absolutely not. I’m doing it because this is what I want to do. It’s not like I’m hurting. “And the people are enjoying it, my team is enjoying it and it’s good to be able to travel to different places and train and shake hands with different people from all walks of life.” Mayweather facing off with John Gotti IIICredit: Rex More

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      Ryan Garcia, 25, in talks to fight Manny Pacquiao, 45, in exhibition in Japan… despite boxer’s boxing drugs ban

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      RYAN GARCIA is in talks to fight Manny Pacquiao in an exhibition in Japan – despite serving a drugs ban.Garcia initially beat American rival Devin Haney in April by scoring three knockdowns in New York.Ryan Garcia is in talks to fight Manny Pacquiao in an exhibitionCredit: GettyPacquiao made his boxing return in JapanCredit: AFPBut the result has since been overturned to a no-contest after the controversial star tested positive for banned substance Ostarine.Garcia was hit with a one-year suspension from the New York State Athletic Commission – backdated from April.But still he is talking up a return to the ring before his ban expires.Boxing icon Pacquiao faced kickboxing champion Rukiya Anpo over three rounds in Tokyo – with Garcia there to watch it. READ MORE IN BOXINGIt went the distance with no winner declared and Garcia stormed into the ring post-fight to gatecrash the interview and call out Pacquiao and Anpo. And SunSport understands MMA promotion Rizin – who welcomed PacMan back to the ring – held talks with Garcia. And an exhibition with Pacquiao was discussed – with the pair both keen and on board. That is despite Garcia being eight months away from his NYSAC suspension being lifted. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut Rizin CEO Nobuyuki Sakakibara is not concerned about NYSAC standing in the way of Garcia returning in a non-sanctioned exhibition. Sakakibara told SunSport: “I don’t think they will. Because if it were to happen it would be an unofficial fight. “If this unofficial fight were to happen in Rizin, in Japan, I believe there will be no reason for the New York State Athletic Commission to try to stop Ryan.” Rizin have twice hosted exhibition bouts for Floyd Mayweather, 47, and most recently Pacquiao, 45. Garcia, 25, protested his innocence after testing positive for banned substance Ostarine. He had returned clean tests during the build up to the bout with Haney, 25, but Ostarine was found in samples taken from fight week. Garcia accepted his suspension but blamed the positive tests on a tainted supplement. Ostarine is known to increase muscle gain and is banned by the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA). Garcia has also ran into further trouble out the ring after being arrested in Los Angeles for felony vandalism at the Waldorf Astoria hotel.He was also expelled from the WBC following a series of vile racists social media posts against black people and disparaged Muslims.After Garcia was held following his hotel arrest his lawyer Darin T Chavez put it down to the troubled boxer dealing his his mother’s cancer diagnosis. She said in a statement: “Ryan has been open about his struggles with mental health over the years, and at this time he is dealing with an immense emotional burden. “The support and understanding from fans and the public are crucial as he navigates these personal challenges. We are working diligently to provide Ryan with the resources he needs. “Our team is committed to ensuring that he receives the appropriate help and care to address both his immediate and long-term well-being. “We ask for continued support and compassion as Ryan focuses on his family and his health at this time.”READ MORE SUN STORIESPacquiao meanwhile retired in 2021 but has teased a comeback to challenge for the WBC welterweight title. But after struggling over the three rounds against Anpo, 28, fans were left calling for him to hang up the gloves for good. Pacquiao poses with GarciaCredit: AFP More

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      Jake Paul and speed skater girlfriend Jutta kiss in front of Eiffel Tower as they jet to Paris during Olympics 2024

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      JAKE PAUL and his speed skater girlfriend Jutta Leerdam enjoyed a romantic kiss by the Eiffel Tower during the 2024 Paris Olympics. Paul is part of Team USA’s boxing squad as an honorary coach tasked with raising the profile of the gold medal hopefuls.Jake Paul and Jutta Leerdam in ParisCredit: Instagram / jakepaulThe couple jetted to Paris for the OlympicsCredit: SplashJutta joined Jake Paul in the French capitalCredit: Instagram / juttaleerdamAnd he jetted to the French capital with Dutch skater Leerdam – who in 2022 won silver at the winter Olympics in the women’s 1000m. Paul danced with his girlfriend under the iconic Eiffel Tower and posted: “The city of love.” But despite his 10-1 record as a professional boxer – fans were not so convinced by his dancing. One said: “Two left feet.”READ MORE ON JAKE PAULAnother joked: “Why was that so awkwardly stiff.”Paul, 27, returned to the ring with victory in July with a sixth-round stoppage over ex-UFC star and bare-knuckle boxer Mike Perry, 32. Perry filled in as a replacement after Mike Tyson, 58, pulled out of the controversial clash amid a health precaution. But Tyson will instead fight Paul in a rescheduled November 15 date in Texas. Most read in BoxingJutta Leerdam is in a relationship with Jake PaulCredit: Instagram / @uttaleerdamShe is a Dutch speed skaterCredit: Instagram / @uttaleerdamJutta Leerdam is a winter OlympianCredit: Instagram / @uttaleerdamJutta Leerdam during the ISU Speed Skating World Cup Stavanger in 2023Credit: RexThe two will come face-to-face together again in a press conference to confirm their postponed bout. Paul said: “After eating Mike Perry as an appetiser, I’m ready to go for the main course on Friday, November 15. “To be fighting the biggest baddest boxer ever is a dream come true for me and it is going to be a nightmare for Mike Tyson.” Mike Tyson breaks silence on Jake Paul vs Mike Perry More