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      Filip Hrgovic vs Daniel Dubois EXACT ring-walk time: What time will the fight start in UK?

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      BRIT Daniel Dubois will take on Filip Hrgovic in a huge heavyweight bout TONIGHT.The clash comes as a major part of the Matchroom vs Queensbury 5v5 card.Daniel Dubois beat Jarrell Miller in his last boutCredit: GETTYBoth fighters were initially going head-to-head to become the mandatory challenger for the IBF world title.But now the bout will be for the IBF ‘interim’ heavyweight belt, meaning should Oleksandr Usyk be stripped or vacate the strap, Saturday night’s winner may well be upgraded to become full IBF heavyweight world champion.Hrgoiv goes into the bout with a record of 17 wins from 17 fights with 14 coming by way of knockout.Meanwhile, Dubois is 20-2 but beat Jarrell Miller in his last fight back in December on the Anthony Joshua vs Otto Wallin undercard.READ MORE IN BOXINGWhat time are the ring-walks for Hrgovic vs Dubois and when does the fight start?
      The ring-walks for Filip Hrgovic vs Daniel Dubois are expected to be at approximately 10.35pm BST.
      Timings could be subject to change depending on the length of the undercard fights.
      The undercard is set to begin at 7pm BST.
      How to watch Hrgovic vs Dubois
      Both DAZN and TNT Sports will broadcast Dubois vs Hrgovic on PPV in the UK.
      Both channels have priced the event at £21.99.
      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 live stream the action from either the TNT Sports Box Office app for TNT Sports, or the DAZN app for DAZN, both of which you can download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Dubois vs Hrgovic full card
      Dmitry Bivol vs Malik Zinad – (WBA light-heavyweight title)
      Deontay Wilder (Matchroom) vs Zhilei Zhang (Queensberry)
      Daniel Dubois (Queensberry) vs Filip Hrgovic (Matchroom)
      Raymond Ford (Matchroom) vs Nick Ball (Queensberry) – (WBA featherweight title)
      Craig Richards (Matchroom) vs Willy Hutchinson (Queensberry)
      Austin ‘Ammo’ Williams (Matchroom) vs Hamzah Sheeraz (Queensberry) More

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      Zhilei Zhang vs Deontay Wilder EXACT ring-walk time: What time will the fight start in UK?

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      DEONTAY WILDER returns to the ring for a crunch boxing clash against Zhilei Zhang.The two heavyweights are determined to pick up an important win that would put them back to the main-event scene.Zhilei Zhang and Deontay Wilder are set to face off in a blockbuster fightCredit: GettyWilder is looking to overcome recent losses to Tyson FuryCredit: ReutersZhang and Wilder will main-event the boxing card in Saudi ArabiaCredit: Richard Pelham / The SunWilder, 38, and Zhang 41, are looking to shake off their recent losses to Joseph Parker.The Bronze Bomber is still trying to get over his two losses at the hands of Tyson Fury.And this is the sort of blockbuster fight that would lead to a major boost for either fighter.SunSport bring you all the important information ahead of the highly-anticipated bout…Read More on BoxingWhat time are the ring-walks for Zhang vs Wilder and when does the fight start?
      The ring-walks for Zhilei Zhang vs Deontay Wilder are expected to be at approximately 11.15pm BST.
      Timings could be subject to change depending on the length of the undercard fights.
      The undercard is set to begin at 7pm BST.
      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
      Both DAZN and TNT Sports will broadcast Wilder vs Zhang on PPV in the UK.
      Both channels have priced the event at £21.99.
      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 live stream the action from either the TNT Sports Box Office app for TNT Sports, or the DAZN app for DAZN, both of which you can download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Full fight card
      Zhilei Zhang vs. Deontay Wilder
      Daniel Dubois vs. Filip Hrgovic
      Hamzah Sheeraz vs. Austin Williams;
      Dmitry Bivol vs. Malik Zinad; For Bivol’s WBA light heavyweight title
      Raymond Ford vs. Nick Ball; For Ford’s WBA featherweight title
      Willy Hutchinson vs. Craig Richards; Light heavyweight  More

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      When is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson? Date, ring-walk time, TV channel and live stream with fight to be rescheduled

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      MIKE TYSON will return to the ring for the first time since 2020 to face internet sensation Jake Paul – but we’ll have to wait to see it until later in the year.The Problem Child overcame Ryan Bourland with a brutal first round knockout in March.Jake Paul will no longer face Mike Tyson on July 20Credit: @Netflix/ XPaul has won his last three bouts since his defeat to Tommy Fury last February.The internet sensation will now face one of the greatest boxers of all time, with Mike Tyson set to return to the ring at the age of 58.Tyson’s last bout came in an exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr in 2020, of which Paul was on the undercard against former NBA player Nate Robinson.When is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson?
      Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson is to be rescheduled for later this year.
      The fight was originally set for July 20 – but has been moved back after Tyson’s health issues.
      The bout will be hosted at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
      READ MORE IN BOXINGWhy has Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson been postponed?Mike Tyson’s health issues mean he has had to put his training on hold.The former world champion suffered a medical emergency on board a flight in May as a result of an ulcer flare up.Netflix, who were set to show the fight, released a statement announcing the cancellation.It reads: “Unfortunately Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will not face-off on July 20 as planned. Tyson’s recent ulcer flare up has limited his ability to train fully for the next few weeks.Most read in Boxing”The fight will be rescheduled for a date later this year after Mike’s able to resume training with no limitations and both fighters can have equal time to prepare for this once-in-a-lifetime matchup!”Tyson required medical assistance from paramedics on board a flight from Miami to LA.He felt nauseous and dizzy though his publicist said he was feeling “very good” after treatment.What TV channel is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson on and can it be live streamed?
      Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson will be broadcast exclusively on Netflix.
      It will be the streaming giant’s first venture into combat sports.
      Jake Paul confirmed on X that the bout with Mike Tyson will be available to all Netflix subscribers at no additional cost.
      What’s been said?On the announcement of the huge fight, Paul said: “It’s crazy to think that in my second pro fight, I went viral for knocking out Nate Robinson on Mike Tyson’s undercard. “Now, less than four years later, I’m stepping up to face Tyson myself to see if I have what it takes to beat one of boxing’s most notorious fighters and biggest icons.”Within just two and a half years of founding MVP, we’re about to produce the biggest fight in history, a fight in the biggest NFL stadium in the US, broadcast live, on the biggest streaming platform in the world – a testament to all we’ve accomplished in such a short amount of time.”Whether you’re tuning in on Netflix or showing out in person, whether you’re team Paul or team Tyson, or whether you’re a lifelong boxing fan or watching your first fight, you’re not going to want to miss this event.”Mike Tyson has also spoken about the fight with Paul on July 20, he said: “I started him on his boxing journey on the undercard of my fight with Roy Jones Jr and now I plan to finish him.” More

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      Queensberry vs Matchroom 5v5: Points scoring system, prize money and format for HUGE boxing show

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      FRANK WARREN’s Queensberry and Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom are doing battle in a huge 5 vs 5 boxing card.The long-awaited show is headlined by Deontay Wilder’s big ring return against Zhilei Zhang.Frank Warren and Eddie Hearn’s stables are in action on a mega showCredit: GettyHearn has said he and Warren putting their rivalry to bed has been one of the best moments of his career.Hearn told the BBC: “When you go 12 or 13 years without meeting or talking, you never think it’s coming but it’s one of the best things we’ve ever done in all honesty,”It was like ‘forget the past, we’ve got to do this for the good of our companies, for the good of our fighters, the sport.”The big show has been put together by Saudi chief Turki Alalshikh, and is featuring five of Matchroom’s standouts up against five of Queensberry’s.But what is the points scoring system on the night, and what is the prize money up for grabs?What is the Queensberry vs Matchroom 5v5 full card?Daniel Dubois is facing Filip Hrgovic in an interim IBF title boutCredit: GettyWhat is the Queensberry vs Matchroom 5v5 points scoring system?There has been a point scoring system devised to settle the big card.In similar fashion to FPL Fantasy Football, the team captain will score DOUBLE points.Most read in BoxingHamzah Sheeraz is the Queensberry captain, while Deontay Wilder is the Matchroom skipper.The points scoring system is as follows:
      Two points are given for a KO victory.
      One point is given for a win decided on the judges’ scorecards.
      Team captains score double points.
      Drawn fights are awarded no points.
      Zhilei Zhang and Deontay Wilder headline the stacked showCredit: GettyWhat is the Queensberry vs Matchroom 5v5 prize money?The winning team’s promoter will be awarded $3m (£2.35m) in prize money. How can I watch the Queensberry vs Matchroom 5v5 card?
      Both DAZN and TNT Sports will broadcast the PPV in the UK.
      Both channels have priced the event at £21.99.
      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 live stream the action from either the TNT Sports Box Office app for TNT Sports, or the DAZN app for DAZN, both of which you can download onto your mobile or tablet device. More

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      Daniel Dubois vs Filip Hrgovic: UK start time, TV channel, live stream and full card for Dynamite’s return to the ring

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      DANIEL DUBOIS is back in a big way as he faces feared Croatian heavyweight Filip Hrgovic this weekend.A win over ‘El Animal’ will see Dubois win the IBF interim heavyweight title.Filip Hrgovic celebrates victory against Mark De MoriCredit: GettyDaniel Dubois lost to Oleksandr Usyk last AugustCredit: GettyDubois is coming off a massive win against Jarrell Miller in December, becoming the first man to beat him and knock him out. Hrgovic’s biggest win came against Zhilei Zhang on the undercard of Anthony Joshua vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 in August 2022, but he failed to impress and some even thought he lost the bout. A statement win over Brit Dubois, however, will reminds fans and pundits alike just what he’s about. Elsewhere on the Matchroom vs Queensberry card, Deontay Wilder faces Zhang.When is Dubois vs Hrgovic?
      Dubois’ intriguing clash with will take place on Saturday, June 1.
      The fight will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
      Ring-walks for the co-main event can be expected at around 9.30pm UK time.
      What happened at the weigh in?Dubois weighed in a career heavy 245.8lbs.While Hrgovic was slightly heavier at 247.5lbs.Daniel Dubois and Filip Hrgovic weigh in for their big clashCredit: GettyWhat channel is it on and can it be live streamed?
      Both DAZN and TNT Sports will broadcast Dubois vs Hrgovic on PPV in the UK.
      Both channels have priced the event at £21.99.
      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 live stream the action from either the TNT Sports Box Office app for TNT Sports, or the DAZN app for DAZN, both of which you can download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Most read in BoxingDubois vs Hrgovic full card
      Dmitry Bivol vs Malik Zinad – (WBA light-heavyweight title)
      Deontay Wilder (Matchroom) vs Zhilei Zhang (Queensberry)
      Daniel Dubois (Queensberry) vs Filip Hrgovic (Matchroom)
      Raymond Ford (Matchroom) vs Nick Ball (Queensberry) – (WBA featherweight title)
      Craig Richards (Matchroom) vs Willy Hutchinson (Queensberry)
      Austin ‘Ammo’ Williams (Matchroom) vs Hamzah Sheeraz (Queensberry) More

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      Deontay Wilder vs Zhilei Zhang: UK start time, live stream, TV channel, full card for HUGE heavyweight fight

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      DEONTAY WILDER is making his huge ring return in a heavyweight clash against Zhilei Zhang!The two titans of the squared circle will face off in what should be one of the most entertaining fights of either man’s career. Zhilei Zhang and Joseph Parker exchange punches during their fight in MarchCredit: GettyJoseph Parker beat Deontay Wilder on points last DecemberCredit: GettyWilder and Zhang are both coming off losses to Joseph Parker, who beat the former in December 2023, before toppling the latter in March. Now the pair face a crossroads fight against each other, with both desperate not to lose. Wilder is still pining for a mega-fight with Anthony Joshua, while Zhang hopes to push himself into the conversation for a world title shot. The match-up is also part of the Matchroom vs Queensberry five-on-five line-up, with Wilder fighting for Eddie Hearn and Zhilei Zhang on Frank Warren’s side. Elsewhere on the card, Daniel Dubois takes on Filip Hrgovic.When is Wilder vs Zhang?
      Wilder’s huge fight with Zhang will take place on Saturday, June 1, 2024.
      The fight will be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
      Ring-walks for the co-main event can be expected at around 9.30pm UK time.
      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
      Both DAZN and TNT Sports will broadcast Wilder vs Zhang on PPV in the UK.
      Both channels have priced the event at £21.99.
      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 live stream the action from either the TNT Sports Box Office app for TNT Sports, or the DAZN app for DAZN, both of which you can download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      What happened at the weigh in?Wilder weighed in at 214.6lbs, around his usual weight.Most read in BoxingWhile Zhang was a massive 68lbs heavier at 282.8lbs.Zhang and Wilder weigh in for the big clashCredit: GettyWilder vs Zhang full card
      Dmitry Bivol vs Malik Zinad – (WBA light-heavyweight title)
      Deontay Wilder (Matchroom) vs Zhilei Zhang (Queensberry)
      Daniel Dubois (Queensberry) vs Filip Hrgovic (Matchroom)
      Raymond Ford (Matchroom) vs Nick Ball (Queensberry) – (WBA featherweight title)
      Craig Richards (Matchroom) vs Willy Hutchinson (Queensberry)
      Austin “Ammo” Williams (Matchroom) vs Hamzah Sheeraz (Queensberry) More

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      Isle of Man TT 2024 prize money: How much can riders win as they chase glory in the Irish Sea

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      THE Isle of Man TT is back THIS WEEKEND as hundreds of riders descend on the Irish Sea with plenty of riches on offer.The race – considered one of the world’s most dangerous and deadly – offers thrilling twists and turns at over 120mph on public roads.The Isle of Man is back with riders battling for glory and richesCredit: PACEMAKER PRESSWhat is the prize money for the Isle of Man TT?The overall prize pot comes in at £243,400 between the six races.The Senior TT is the big race with £25,000 going to the winner from an overall prize pot of £84,500.The Superbike TT has an overall prize pot of £62k and the Supersport TT offers £30,400 to be shared.Both the Superstock TT and Sidecar TT offer £23,500 to be shared, while the Supertwin TT has the smallest prize fund with £19,500.The overall breakdown can be found below:Senior TT prize money1) £25,0002) £15,0003) £10,0004) £7,0005) £5,0006) £4,0007) £3,0008) £2,5009) £2,00010) £1,50011) £1,40012) £1,30013) £1,20014) £1,10015) £1,00016) £90017) £80018) £70019) £60020) £500Superbike TT prize money1) £20,0002) £12,0003) £7,5004) £5,0005) £4,0006) £3,0007) £2,5008) £2,0009) £1,50010) £1,00011) £90012) £80013) £70014) £60015) £500Supersport TT prize money1) £10,0002) £6,0003) £3.0004) £2,5005) £2,0006) £1,5007) £1,0008) £9009) £80010) £70011) £60012) £50013) £40014) £30015) £200Superstock TT prize money1) £8,0002) £6,0003) £3.0004) £2,0005) £1,0006) £9007) £8008) £7009) £60010) £500Sidecar TT prize money1) £8,0002) £6,0003) £3.0004) £2,0005) £1,0006) £9007) £8008) £7009) £60010) £500Supertwin TT prize money1) £6,0002) £4,0003) £3.0004) £2,0005) £1,0006) £9007) £8008) £7009) £60010) £500When is the Isle of Man TT?Qualifying for the Isle of Man TT started on May 27 with the first race to take place on Saturday, June 1.The event then runs until Saturday, June 8, where the showpiece Senior TT is decided. Roads close from 10am on the Isle of Man with different races taking place throughout the day.Read our full schedule for the Isle of Man TT.How can I watch the Isle of Man TT?Every race from the Isle of Man TT 2024 can be watched live via the TT+ Live Pass, which also has interviews, behind-the-scenes action and other features.It costs £19.99 to purchase and can then be live streamed through a TV and other devices.There will be no live TV coverage of the event but ITV4 has a nightly highlights show at 9pm from Friday, May 31 until the final race day on June 8. More

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      Isle of Man TT 2024: Schedule, start times, results, TV channel and live stream as ‘world’s most dangerous race’ returns

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      IT IS dubbed by many as the ‘world’s most dangerous race’.Hundreds of people have died in the race’s history as motorbikes thunder around winding country lanes at 120mph.The Isle of Man TT is back for another year of incredible racingCredit: PACEMAKER PRESSIt was part of the Motorcycle Grand Prix World Championship – now MotoGP – for 27 years before being scrapped due to safety concerns and continues to face consistent calls that it should be scrapped. It can only be the Isle of Man TT, which returns THIS WEEKEND for its 103rd edition.What is the Isle of Man TT?The annual racing event had its first race in 1907 and has been held on the Isle of Man almost every year since.The event consists of a number of time trial races on public roads that are closed over a two week period – the first week for practice and qualifying and the second for racing.There are currently six classes of races – the Senior TT, Supersport TT, Superbike TT, Superstock TT, Supertwin TT and Sidecar TT.The Senior TT is the showpiece event and has run continuously since 1909.The Isle of Man TT is open to all riders from any country as long they have a valid National Entrants or FIM Sponsors Licence for Road Racing, plus a driver’s licence.The event has only been cancelled because of World War I (1915-1919) and World War II (1940-1946) and just three times since 1947 – because of the foot and mouth outbreak in 2001 and in 2020 and 2021 because of Covid-19.The ‘TT’ in Isle of Man TT actually stands for Tourist Trophy rather than Time Trial, as many believe.Isle of Man TT schedule & resultsRace Day 1 – Saturday, June 1
      9am – Mountain Road closes
      10am – All roads close
      10.30am – Superbike/Superstock qualifying (2 laps)
      12pm – 40 Years of Arai at the TT Parade (1 lap)
      1.30pm – Supersport TT race 1 (4 laps)
      4pm – Sidecar TT race 1 (3 laps)
      Race Day 2 – Sunday, June 2
      11.30am – Mountain Road closes
      12.30pm – All roads close
      1.30pm – Solo warm up (1 lap)
      2.40pm – Superbike TT race (6 laps)
      Race Day 3 – Tuesday, June 4
      9am – Mountain Road closes
      10am – All roads close
      10.30am – Solo warm up (1 lap)
      10.50am – Sidecar Shakedown (1 lap)
      11.45am – Superstock TT race 1 (3 laps)
      2pm – Supertwin TT race 1 (3 laps)
      Race Day 4 – Wednesday, June 5
      9am – Mountain Road closes
      10am – All roads close
      10.30am – Solo warm up (1 lap)
      11.45am – Sidecar TT race 2 (3 laps)
      2pm – Supersport TT race 2 (4 laps)
      Race Day 5 – Friday, June 7
      9am – Mountain Road closes
      10am – All roads close
      10.30am – Solo warm up (1 lap)
      11.45am – Superstock TT race 2 (3 laps)
      2pm – Supertwin TT race 2 (3 laps)
      Race Day 6 – Saturday, June 8
      9am – Mountain Road closes
      10am – All roads close
      10.30am – Solo warm up (1 lap)
      11.45am – Senior TT race (6 laps)
      How can I watch the Isle of Man TT?The 2024 Isle of Man TT is not being broadcast on live TV.Instead, those who want to watch the race as it happens need to purchase the TT+ Live Pass, which costs £19.99 to cover the qualification and all races.The TT+ Live Pass can then be streamed through a TV, smartphone, laptop or tablet and also includes analysis, interviews and other features.ITV4 will have a nightly highlights show at 9pm from Friday, May 31 until the final race day on June 8.What is the prize money for the Isle of Man TT?The six races of the Isle of Man TT have a combined pot of £243,400 – the Senior TT race is the most lucrative of the annual event, with a total prize pot of £84,500 and £25,000 going to the winner.The Superbike TT race has a shared prize pot of £62,000, while the Supersport TT offers a combined prize pot of £30,400.Both the Superstock TT and Sidecar TT earns riders a share of £23,500, while the Supertwin TT will offer a total pot of £19,500.The full Isle of Man TT prize money breakdown can be found here.Who has won the most races at the Isle of Man TT?Joey Dunlop is the current overall race leader with 26 wins to his name at the event. Dunlop, who died aged 48 after crashing during a race in Estonia, has a statue on the island and the Joey Dunlop Cup is named after him and awarded to the most successful rider at the event each year.Michael Dunlop is chasing his uncle Joey’s record for winsCredit: PacemakerDunlop was voted as Northern Ireland’s greatest-ever sports star in 2015 and his funeral was attended by more than 50,000.He could be caught – and even overtaken – by his nephew this year, with Michael Dunlop currently sitting on 25 overall wins.The 35-year-old star is one of the hot favourites to win multiple races again this year, having won four last year and setting two course records.How many people have died at the Isle of Man TT?The Isle of Man TT is known as one of the most dangerous event in sport for good reason.Riders race around public roads at 120mph, surrounded by brick walls, telephone polls and houses. Since 1937, the only year in which there has NOT been a fatality is 1982.A total of 280 people – riders, officials and fans – have died, with 156 of those riders during the actual Isle of Man TT.Extend that to the Manx Grand Prix, usually held in August, the total reaches 269.Another ten officials have died, the most recent in 2006, while six spectators have also died, including two in 2007.Three people died last year (one in the main TT and two in the Manx Grand Prix), while 2022 was the joint-deadliest year ever.Six riders died that year, the same as in 1970. More