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    DAZN ‘in pole position’ to land broadcasting rights to major European football league in huge shakeup

    DAZN are reportedly leading the way when it comes to securing the rights to show Ligue 1 football.The French first division is currently negotiating with broadcasters over the rights to show games between 2024 and 2028.
    DAZN could win the rights to show Ligue 1 footballCredit: Alamy
    According to RMC Sport, DAZN are the front runners at the moment with the streaming service gaining traction on the other side of the Channel Tunnel.
    Talks between the league and DAZN are said to have “accelerated” in recent weeks, but there is yet to be an agreement.
    DAZN is well known for its boxing coverage in the UK, but subscribers could see the likes of Kylian Mbappe and Ousmane Dembele on their screens next year.
    The British-owned company have reportedly increased their bid last weekend, but still face competition for the rights from BeIN Sports.
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    Amazon Prime were also said to be interested in showing the French league.
    But they are understood to be stepping down their interest due to financial restrictions – having already lost their their allotment of Premier League games in the UK.
    Ligue 1 execs were said to be holding out for around £860million for the rights to the coverage.
    But with interest not as rife as they were hoping, the league is now looking to replicate the current contract of around £690million.
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    Right for the current season are shared between Canal+ and Amazon Prime in France, but neither broadcaster look to be leading the race for the new set of packages.
    It has also been reported that DAZN are eyeing up Premier League rights here in the UK.
    Their hopes of showing England’s top flight on their streaming service could cause problems for TNT Sports who currently hold the rights to the early kick offs. More

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    Misfits Boxing 12: UK start time, live stream, TV channel and full card as Elle Brooke faces AJ Bunker in huge rematch

    MISFITS Boxing 12 gets underway NEXT SATURDAY – and there are some huge names on the bill.The card will see the rematch of AJ Bunker and Elle Brooke as Brooke came out on top the last time the two went head-to-head in the ring.
    AJ Bunker vs Elle Brooke rematch is expected to be a thrilling boutCredit: Instagram @thedumbledong
    The ex-Love Island star will be out for revenge after she endured a defeat in July, losing by way of decision with the bout scored at 40-36 in favour of Brooke.
    Misfits Boxing 12 will be hosted in Leeds’ First Direct Arena with the capacity being approximately 13,000.
    CEO KSI is hoping for a Leeds sell-out in the first Misifts boxing event of the year.
    Internet personality Ed Matthews will be the main event of the card as he takes on a mystery opponent.
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    Last time out, Matthews beat fellow influencer boxer Swarmz with just TWO days notice in a 17-second knockout on the huge Misfits Prime card.
    When is Misfits Boxing 12?

    Misifts Boxing 12 will commence on Saturday, January 20.
    The card is expected to get underway at 7pm GMT.
    The First Direct Arena in Leeds will host.

    What channel is it on and can it be live streamed?

    Misfits Boxing 12 main card will be shown LIVE on DAZN.
    DAZN customers can live stream all the action via the DAZN app/website.
    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.

    Misfits Boxing 12 FULL card
    The full card for Misfits Boxing 12 is below:
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    Ed Matthews vs. Mystery Opponent
    AJ Bunker vs. Elle Brooke; For Bunker’s Misfits Boxing female middleweight title
    Ashley Raksu vs. OJ Rose
    Tristan Hamm vs. Not Logan Paul
    Small Spartan J vs. Fox The G
    Ben Williams vs. Fes Batista
    Chase DeMoor vs. Minikon
    Myles Raksu vs. DTG
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    Boxing fans celebrate as they realise Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder double-header is on TWO channels for bargain fee

    BOXING fans will have the choice of two channels to watch the double-header involving Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder.Both fighters are set to co-headline the upcoming “Day of Reckoning” event in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on December 23.
    Boxing fans can watch Anthony Joshua’s return to the ring across two channelsCredit: Getty
    Deontay Wilder vs Joseph Parker is part of the Day of Reckoning card on December 23Credit: Getty
    The star-studded fight card will see Joshua take on ex-Tyson Fury rival Otto Wallin, as Wilder faces former world title challenger Joseph Parker.
    It has now been confirmed that the event will be available in the UK on both DAZN and TNT Sports Box Office for £19.99.
    Fans will have be able to choose between the two broadcasters when watching the card.
    They had previously expressed their delight at the “bargain” PPV price.
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    One fan took to social media, writing: “From some of the previous cards I’ve seen priced the same. This actually is good value for once.”
    The price reveal comes after fans were left disappointed with the cost of watching Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou in October.

    Also held in Saudi Arabia, the event was priced at £21.95 as the Gypsy King survived a knockdown to beat the former UFC champion.
    Meanwhile, his brother Tommy Fury’s Misfits Boxing bout with YouTuber KSI also cost fans £19.99.
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    Next weekend’s Day of Reckoning event features a star-studded line-up of names across an eight-fight card at the Kingdom Arena.
    Dmitry Bivol will make the 11th defence of his WBA light heavyweight title against Lyndon Arthur.
    Recent heavyweight title challenger Daniel Dubois returns to the ring too, with No1 IBF heavyweight contender Filip Hrgovic and unbeaten IBF cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia also featuring. More

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    Boxing fans say ‘this goes hard’ after ‘fire’ Day of Reckoning poster with Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder is released

    THE OFFICIAL fight poster for boxing’s Day of Reckoning has been released – and fans are loving it.We are now just over two weeks ago from what promises to be a monster night of fights in Saudi Arabia.
    Fans are loving the official fight posters for the ‘Day of Reckoning’Credit: DAZN
    They soon took to social media after they began going viralCredit: DAZN
    Anthony Joshua returns to the ring on December 23Credit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
    Deontay Wilder will co-main event the bumper night in Saudi ArabiaCredit: Getty
    Anthony Joshua will be hoping to continue his rise back to the top on December 23 when he faces Otto Wallin in Riyadh.
    But the Brit is sharing the main event billing with fellow heavyweight superstar Deontay Wilder.
    The former WBC champion will be in action against another former heavyweight title holder, Joseph Parker.
    Almost the entire boxing world is hoping that both AJ and the Bronze Bomber can pull off victories in their respective bouts and then go on to finally agree a long-awaited fight between them.
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    However, all eyes are on the Middle East first, and there will also be a number of other mouthwatering showdowns.
    The card is stacked going to be a massive one, packed with heavyweight bust-ups, and Daniel Dubois is also going to be in action.
    Dubois will take on former drug cheat Jarrell Miller, who was supposed to fight Joshua back in June 2019.
    Dmitry Bivol, Filip Hrgovic and Jai Opetaia are all also going to feature on the card too.
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    And now fans cannot wait for the action to begin after the release of the official poster.
    Based on a black background and with red and white text, the main shot shows Joshua sat in front of Wallin on the left, while Wilder is in front of Parker on the right.
    Another graphic was also released, showing a number of the fighters looking up towards the camera while sitting suited and booted around a huge dining table with a host of seafood in front of them.
    “This is actually fire… I love these,” declared one fan before adding: “Just a bit dark, not very eye catching but I think they’re brilliant.”
    Another commented with: “This goes hard.”
    “Damn this looks amazing,” said a fellow admirer, as another described it as “badass”.
    Another wrote: “That goes hard af. Dazn/matchroom design dept is killing it.”
    And another declared that the images were “cold posters” and that they had “last supper vibes”. More

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    Jake Paul vs Andre August: Date, fight start time, TV channel, live stream and FULL card as Problem Child returns

    JAKE PAUL will return to the ring to face American professional boxer Andre August in Orlando next month.The Problem Child has been out of action since he beat UFC legend Nate Diaz in Dallas back in August.
    Jake Paul will face Andre August on December 15thCredit: Instagram / jakepaul
    Paul won by unanimous decision despite being rocked by a number of punches from the 38-year-old.
    His next opponent, August, boasts an impressive CV with a 10-1-1 (5 KOs) pro record, with his latest triumph coming against Brandon Martin by unanimous decision.
    The fight between Paul and August will reportedly take place at cruiserweight and consist of eight rounds.
    When is Jake Paul vs Andre August?

    Jake Paul vs Andre August will take place on Friday, December 15.
    The card is set to start at 1am GMT/ 8pm ET.
    Ring-walks for the main event will be at approximately 4am GMT/ 11pm ET.
    The Caribe Royale Resort in Orlando, Flordia will host.

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    What TV channel is Jake Paul vs Andre August on and can it be live streamed?

    Jake Paul vs Andre August will be broadcast LIVE on DAZN in the UK and USA.
    In the UK, 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.
    In the US, you can purchase a DAZN monthly subscription for $24.99 a month or $224.99 a year.
    DAZN also provide an option for $19.99 per month, but you will be locked into a 12-month contract.

    Full card
    Here are all the confirmed fights set to take place on the undercard so far:

    MAIN EVENT: Jake Paul vs. Andre August; Cruiserweight
    Shadasia Green vs. Franchon Crews Dezurn; For the vacant WBC super-middleweight women’s title
    Yoenis Tellez vs. TBA; Light middleweight
    Elijah Flores vs. TBA; Welterweight
    Xavier Bocanegra vs. TBA; Featherweight

    What’s been said?
    Jake Paul has spoken about his upcoming fight with Andre August, he said: “I’m a professional boxer and I want to be world champion, so I need to pursue the path towards greatness against people who have been boxing their whole life,” Paul said.
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    “So far, my entire boxing career has been on pay-per-view, but now it’s about more than business. Now I want to build my experience in the ring against seasoned fighters.
    “I’m coming to prove my greatness on Friday, Dec. 15 live on DAZN for the world to see.”
    Andre August has also shared his thoughts about the upcoming bout, he said: “I don’t talk very much. I’m all about that action,” August said.
    “Jake Paul has the money, the fame, the team and the resources, but he doesn’t have my hunger.
    “When that bell rings, I am going to go straight to Jake Paul and ring his bell and send him back to YouTube for good.” More

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    British former world champion retires moments after being viciously knocked out in first round of comeback

    FORMER British world champion Kal Yafai announced his boxing retirement following a brutal knockout loss. Yafai was once considered one of the country’s best fighters during his four-year reign as WBA super-flyweight champ.
    Kal Yafai announced his boxing retirement following a brutal knockout lossCredit: Matchroom

    But in 2020, his 26-0 unbeaten record was snapped by ring icon Roman Gonzalez.
    Yafai bounced back with victory over Jerald Paclar and returned in Los Angeles against Jonathan Rodriguez.
    But it ended in a disaster as he was dropped and stopped in the very first round.
    Yafai, 34, hung up his gloves right after the bout but revealed his mind was made up even before the first bell sounded.
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    He said: “This was the end before the fight anyway. I had ‘The Last Dance’ on my robe and engraved in my shorts.
    “I knew I was coming to the end anyway.”
    Yafai, who represented Great Britain at the 2008 Olympics in Beijing, leaves the sport with a 27–2 record.
    The ex-champ – whose brothers Galal and Gamal are still boxing – was wished well in his retirement and even by his old rival Charlie Edwards.
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    Edwards posted: “Just woke up and seen the result. Every dog has its day in this game.
    “I actually don’t hate Kal and I have shared some great memories with him throughout the years on the GB boxing team.
    “It’s a shame we couldn’t have our big night in the sport or boxing against one another but I wish him nothing but success, health and happiness in what ever comes next in life.
    “He did have a great amateur and professional career. Enjoy family time & retirement and well done on a great career.”
    Kal Yafai spent four years as WBA super-flyweight championCredit: Jamie McPhilimey – The Sun More

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    Misfits Boxing 11 LIVE RESULT: Jarvis defeats BDave to become NEW champ, Dapper Laughs beats Simple Simon – reaction

    MISFITS Boxing 011 has concluded at York Hall – and we have TWO new champions.In the main event of the night, Jarvis defeated BDave by unanimous decision to claim the Misfits Boxing welterweight title.
    Before that, Jully Poca beat Alaena Vampira to become the new owner of the Misfits Boxing women’s cruiserweight belt.
    The prelims saw Dapper Laughs defeat Simple Simon after a devastating knockdown, which saw the bout done and dusted just 65 seconds into the first round.

    Prelims start time: 6pm GMT
    Main card start time: 7pm GMT
    TV channel: DAZN
    Live stream: DAZN app/website
    FREE prelims stream: Misfits Boxing YouTube channel

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    That’s all from us
    Thank you for joining us tonight, as we witnessed a great night of Misfits boxing.
    If you haven’t quite got your sporting fix, you can get more from us here.
    Have a great evening!
    Behzinga reacts
    It seems Behzinga has reacted to Joe Weller calling him out, as he has tweeted the following…
    Credit: X – Behzinga
    One fan said “Back to the old YT boxing days, let’s go!”
    This could be one for the ages…
    Joe Weller called out Behzinga
    Joe Weller had some choice words for Sidemen star Behzinga before the main event kicked off.
    He said he wants to bring back YouTube boxing, and wants to fight the dad of one at Wembley Arena.
    KSI is backing it too!
    Credit: X – @KSI
    Room for improvement
    It wasn’t such a great night for TikTok sensation Simple Simon, who was knocked out by comedian Dapper Laughs within the first round after two quick knockdowns.
    Dapper Laughs however, he will be looking for another opponent, he will want to move up the ranks here and onto a main card before long.
    Fight of the night
    Fight of the night has got to go to the finale, Jarvis vs BDave.
    It was a spectacular fight, which saw Jarvis knock down his opponent within the first TEN seconds of the bout.
    BDave however, did really well to come back from that and put on a good showing to see the fight out, and attack Jarvis himself.
    It wasn’t quite enough however, as Jarvis walked away with the belt before calling out Alex Wassabi and Nichlmao.
    Credit: X – @MisfitsBoxing
    Jarvis speaks out after his win
    “I wanted to give the best fight I could and I did that”
    “The adrenaline, I couldn’t feel it, he has probably got the hardest head I have ever hit.”
    “Nichlmao, Alex Wassabi, if you’re watching let’s get it!”
    Jarvis beats BDave by unanimous decision!
    All three judges scored the bout 54-50 in favour of Jarvis!
    BDave did really well regardless, and can be proud of that performance despite the loss.
    Who is next for Jarvis?
    Jarvis vs BDave – Round 5
    Into the final round now, as we get close to crowning a champion!
    Both guys cardio is holding up nicely.
    BDave has done incredibly well to recover from that first round knock down.
    It goes the distance, surprisingly, and both fighters will be extremely proud of that performance.
    Jarvis vs BDave – Round 4
    A huge right hand from BDave in round four, and Jarvis is forced to fight here!
    Jarvis has definitely managed the fight better than BDave, but the latter brings the entertainment factor without a doubt!
    Jarvis hasn’t stung BDave as much lately as the fight progresses.
    He does get a nice combination done though as the end!
    Jarvis vs BDave – Round 3
    This one is shaping up really nicely, I’m not sure BDave won that last round, but he definitely earned the respect of Jarvis there.
    There is blood coming out of the nose of BDave, who is showing the heart of a warrior, and he comes in with a big shot too!
    A fairly even third round there, a tough one to call.
    Jarvis vs BDave – Round 2
    What a first round, and we are into the second now.
    I don’t see this one going the distance that is for sure.
    BDave looks as though he might be making his way back into the fight, but then Jarvis opens up the hands and responds really well.
    Jarvis vs BDave – Round 1
    5x three minute rounds, the main event, HERE WE GO!
    BDave is knocked down STRAIGHT AWAY!
    Within 10 seconds!
    This is not looking good for BDave at all…
    Jarvis lands another good right hand, and another.
    Credit to BDave for staying competitive here.
    And now Jarvis…
    He comes out to Kung-Fu Fighting!
    Another tune, fair play.
    He has apparently been sparring Floyd Mayweather, so it is time to see what he has learned.
    Here comes BDave
    Sweet Caroline is his walkout song, great choice, a classic.
    He predicted a three round knockout, so let’s see what he has got in the locker.
    SWEEEET CAROLINE –
    I’ll let you finish the rest at home…
    Joe Weller calls out Behzinga
    Joe Weller is in the ring with Olivia Buzaglo, and he is calling out Behzinga!
    “Has anyone seen Behzinga?”
    “Behzinga lets make this happen, Wembley Arena!”
    The main event is NEXT
    BDave against Jarvis.
    This is the big one coming up next.
    “I’m gonna knock him out in three rounds.” Says BDave.
    Jully Poca beats Alaena Vampira by unanimous decision
    It’s a deserved victory for Jully Poca over Alaena Vampira, she dominated that fight.
    Full credit to Alaena, who would make a great opponent for Elle Brooke.
    Alaena Vampira vs Jully Poca – Round 5
    Poca looks a little uneasy at the start of this one, and Vampira is going for it in the last round.
    Vampira needs to go for the knockout here if she stands a chance of winning it.
    Poca is on her bike with 25 seconds to go.
    And it is all over!
    It will go to the judges…
    Alaena Vampira vs Jully Poca – Round 4
    Alaena Vampira has come out fighting in the fourth round, and is gaining some confidence here!
    Poca is just coming back with flurries when she gets within range, but that round might well be the first that Vampira has won.
    Vampira is giving everything, but it looks like Jully Poca has got the power, and the win.
    Alaena Vampira vs Jully Poca – Round 3
    Jully is an absolute weapon when she lets her hands go, and she does so here, such power in those arms.
    Vampira is showing that she can box, despite being 2-0 down so far.
    Vampira has blood pouring out of her nose now, but she doesn’t care.
    A great combo from Poca in that round, but Vampira is NOT giving up!
    Alaena Vampira vs Jully Poca – Round 2
    A great round for Poca in the second, and Vampira is likely going to need to come back from this.
    They are shorter two minute rounds for women.
    Alaena Vampira vs Jully Poca – Round 1
    These two are at it from the get go!
    A really fast start from Jully Poca, and Vampira may not have been expecting that!
    Here comes Jully Poca!
    Another great walkout, and we are about to get underway!
    Alaena Vampira comes out!
    What an entrance that is!
    Alaena walks out of a coffin like a true vampire, and she looks DANGEROUS.
    Hope Jully has bought her garlic…
    The co main event up next!
    Jully Poca will face off against Alaena Vampira up next
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    Misfits Boxing 011 full card – how to watch HUGE card from York Hall

    MISFITS BOXING is back on Friday night – and there are some epic bouts set to take place at the iconic York Hall.Jarvis and BDave will go head-to-head in the event’s headline fight on the night.
    Credit: @MISFITSBOXING via X
    MISFITS BOXING 011: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE YORK HALL EVENT
    The two YouTube stars will leave it all in the ring as one of them will be crowned the first Misfits welterweight champion.
    Gabriel Silva, the son of UFC legend Anderson Silva, returns to Misfits to face social media influencer OJ Rose.
    But who else will be on Friday night’s huge bill?
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    Who is on the Misfits 011 card?
    Here are all the confirmed fights on the Misfits 011 card:

    Jarvis vs. BDave; For the Misfits Boxing welterweight title
    Jully Poca vs. Alaena Vampira; For the Misfits Boxing women’s cruiserweight title
    Gabriel Silva vs. OJ Rose
    Armz Korleone vs. Minikon
    Uncle Pizza vs. YuddyGang TV
    Dapper Laughs vs. Simple Simon
    Adam Brooks vs. Rhino

    Credit: @MISFITSBOXING via X
    How can I watch the Misfits 011 main card?

    The Misfits 011 main card will be shown LIVE on DAZN.
    It will begin at 7pm GMT.
    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.

    Can I live stream the Misfits 011 main card?

    DAZN subscribers can live stream the Misfits 011 main card via the DAZN app.
    The DAZN app is available to download for FREE on to your mobile or tablet device.
    Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action via SunSport’s live blog.

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