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HUGHIE FURY returned to boxing in April 2024 after almost three years away from the sport – and is back in action THIS WEEKEND.The slugger, 29, marked his boxing revival with a dominant points win over Kostiantyn Dovbyshchenko in Rotherham.Hughie Fury is in action against Christian Thun next for his third fight of 2024Credit: Instagram / gbm_sportsThe heavyweight then beat Patrick Korte in Cardiff by way of TKO in May.Hughie’s last bout before his comeback fight against Dovbyshchenko was against Christian Hammer back in 2021.The Manchester-born boxer was sidelined with long Covid and other health issues before he made his highly anticipated return in April this year.Now Hughie is well back on his way to fitness with his next clash on Friday night.READ MORE IN BOXINGWhen is Hughie Fury fighting next?Hughie Fury will headline a GBM Sports show on Friday, September 27.It will be Fury’s third fight of the year as he takes on Christian Thun at the Park Community Arena in Sheffield.The bout will be broadcast live on DAZN.What has Hughie Fury said about his time out of boxing?Speaking to Sky Sports, Fury said: “It’s been one thing after another. I had long Covid then I had other problems. It’s just been a nightmare. “As one problem came, another was arising. It’s been three years of pretty much hell.”To not be able to do what I used to be able to do was a nightmare. So just to get back now and put that behind me is a weight off my shoulders.Most read in Boxing”The most important thing for me now is getting the ring rust off and getting under the lights and doing what I do best.”I thought I wasn’t going to box again. From a young kid, I’ve put everything in, nothing else, just boxing.”I thought that was it. My dreams, of putting in all the hard work and dedication and my life was down the drain.”I can finally see the light and get into the mix.” More

ANTHONY JOSHUA will need to mentally prepare himself for an all-British battle against Daniel Dubois TONIGHT – and his ring-walk song is a huge part of the build-up.AJ is looking to punch his way to five wins on the spin and become IBF world champion once again.Joshua vs Dubois LIVE – latest fight updatesANTHONY JOSHUA VS DANIEL DUBOIS: All the information you need ahead of huge world title fight at WembleyBut his opponent Dynamite has other ideas, and his explosive power could be a problem for JoshuaThis being said, AJ will need to make sure that he is in the right frame of mind to overcome Dubois.And this all starts with the song for his ring-walk.Read more on Anthony JoshuaWhat is Anthony Joshua’s ring-walk song vs Daniel Dubois?Anthony Joshua walked out to The Godfather theme tune, which was then into the Jay-Z track Public Service Announcement.AJ on the way to face Daniel Dubois.What song did Anthony Joshua last walk out to?Anthony Joshua walked out to British artist Skepta and the track is titled ‘I Spy’.AJ delivered a brutal right hand on Francis Ngannou to knock the Cameroonian out in Saudi following that ring-walk.What other songs has Anthony Joshua previously walked out to?Anthony Joshua has sported many different tunes on his way to the ring – from being rapped into the bout by recording artists, to classic British anthems.Most read in BoxingIn 2014, before his bout against Michael Sprott, Joshua walked to the ring to the sound of Oxide & Neutrino’s Bound 4 da Reload.In 2017, the heavyweight champ walked to the ring to the sound of The White Stripes hit Seven Nation Army – and it has since become a notable tune for AJ with fans adapting their own version of “Oh Anthony Joshua”.A year prior, in 2016, the Watford ace walked to the ring with Giggs’ Talking da Hardest playing for all to hear.Other examples used include Stormzy rapping live at the O2 Arena and UK recording artist Nines performing his tune I See You Shining.The song Ambition from hip-hop star Maulo has also been used, as has the tune Warm by artist K-Trap, plus music from American rock band Survivor. More

ANTHONY JOSHUA is all set to battle it out with Daniel Dubois for the IBF world heavyeight title tonight. Joshua made it four consecutive wins earlier this year after punching his way to a KO victory against UFC legend Francis Ngannou.Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois will fight at WembleyCredit: GettyAnd the face of British boxing seems to have found his groove again after a difficult period that saw him lose twice to Oleksandr Usyk.But his British opponent Dubois recently beat Jarrell Miller and Filip Hrgovic to earn his shot at the title.Fans can also be excited for an action-packed undercard which includes crowd favourite Josh Warrington.But for those who only want to see Joshua vs Dubois, SunSport can reveal the exact start time for the main event.Read more on Anthony JoshuaWhat time are the ring walks for Joshua vs Dubois and when does the fight start?Ring walk times for Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois are scheduled for 10pm BST/5pm ETThis means that the main event will likely begin approximately 15 minutes later – 10.15pm BST/5:15pm ETHowever, timings could change depending on the length of the undercard bouts.Wembley Stadium will play host and there’s set to be a record 96,000 fans in attendance after an application to have the capacity extended was granted.ANTHONY JOSHUA VS DANIEL DUBOIS: All the information you need ahead of huge world title fight at WembleyWho is on the Joshua vs Dubois undercard?Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois – for IBF heavyweight titleJosh Kelly vs Liam SmithJoshua Buatsi vs Willy Hutchinson – for interim WBO light-heavyweight titleAnthony Cacace vs Josh Warrington – for IBF and IBO super-featherweight titleTyler Denny vs Hamzah Sheeraz Mark Chamberlain vs Josh PadleyWhat has been said?It’s been claimed over the years that Dubois, who at the time was a fresh-faced 18-year-old, nearly knocked out the former two-time unified heavyweight champion.Recalling the spar in question, Joshua told Sky Sports: “He just cracked me with a good shot. I stood on my feet.Most read in Boxing”I don’t know where this whole narrative of someone turned my lights off came from.”There were a lot of people in the gym that day as well.”And people have come out and said, ‘Nah, nothing [happened].”But anyway, people say what they say.” More

ANTHONY JOSHUA returns to the ring this evening as takes on Daniel Dubois in an all-British world title fight at Wembley.AJ has been in fine form of late, winning his last four fights since suffering back-to-back defeats to Oleksandr Usyk.Anthony Joshua takes on Daniel Dubois in a huge world title fight at WembleyCredit: PAANTHONY JOSHUA VS DANIEL DUBOIS: All the information you need ahead of huge world title fight at WembleyMost recently, Joshua brutally knocked out former UFC champion Francis Ngannou in the second round of their crossover bout in Saudi Arabia.But on Saturday night, AJ will face his biggest test in recent years as he takes on Dubois, who goes into the fight on the back of an impressive win over Filip Hrgovic, which saw the 27-year-old become IBF heavyweight world champion.DDD will put his strap on the line against Joshua, with the winner of the all-Brit clash likely to be in line to face the winner of Usyk’s rematch with Tyson Fury.When is Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois?Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois will take place on Saturday, September 21.The event will start at 4pm BST.Wembley Stadium will host.READ MORE IN BOXINGHow to watch Anthony Joshua vs Daniel DuboisAnthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois will be aired by THREE different broadcasters.The all-British fight will be available to buy on TNT Sports Box Office for £19.99, while DAZN subscribers can purchase the bout for £19.99.Sky Sports Box Office will also broadcast the event with it priced at the slightly cheaper £19.95.Alternatively, you can keep up to date with the huge bout from Wembley by following SunSport’s live blog.Most read in BoxingAnthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois full cardHere is the full card for Saturday night’s huge event at Wembley:Daniel Dubois (C) vs Anthony Joshua (IBF heavyweight title)Josh Kelly vs Ishmael Davis (middleweight)Tyler Denny (C) vs Hamzah Sheeraz (European middleweight title)Anthony Cacace (C) vs Josh Warrington (IBF and IBO super-featherweight titles)Joshua Buatsi vs Willy Hutchinson (WBO interim light-heavyweight title)Mark Chamberlain vs Josh Padley (lightweight) More

ALL eyes are on Anthony Joshua to see whether he can overcome Daniel Dubois and win the IBF title – but fans want to know if there is a rematch clause should things not go his way.The face of British boxing has the chance to become a three-time heavyweight champion at Wembley after Oleksandr Usyk was forced to vacate the crown jewel.Will there be a rematch between these two heavyweights?Credit: PAAnd Joshua will be oozing with confidence after putting on a dominant display against Francis Ngannou earlier this year.AJ delivered a brutal right hand on Ngannou to knock the Cameroonian legend out in Saudi.However, Dubois’s win to KO record is something Joshua has to be wary of – something that Croatian star Filip Hrgovic found out about in June.Either way, this fight is set up to be an absolute cracker in front of what will be a packed Wembley Stadium.Read more on Anthony JoshuaBut boxing lovers are itching to know whether a rematch is on the cards once the dust has settled.Is there a rematch clause for Joshua vs Dubois?Unfortunately, a rematch clause has NOT been written into the contract for Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois.Legendary promoter Frank Warren confirmed the news when the fight was announced in June.However, Warren revealed that the winner of Joshua vs Dubois will take on the victor of Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Uysk who battle on Saturday, December 21.Most read in BoxingThis could mean that fans will at last get to see the blockbuster match between Joshua and Fury.How to watch Joshua vs DuboisJoshua vs Dubois will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Box Office, DAZN and TNT Sports Box Office.Sky customers in the UK will have to pay just £19.95 for the huge event.While TNT Sport subscription members will need to cough up £19.99 to watch Anthony Joshua in action against Daniel Dubois.You can live stream all the action from Sky Sports Box Office, DAZN and TNT Sports Box Offices’ websites as well as their apps.All of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet deviceDAZN’s pricing is yet to be confirmed.Who is on the Joshua vs Dubois undercard?Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois – for IBF heavyweight titleJosh Kelly vs Liam SmithJoshua Buatsi vs Willy Hutchinson – for interim WBO light-heavyweight titleAnthony Cacace vs Josh Warrington – for IBF and IBO super-featherweight titleTyler Denny vs Hamzah Sheeraz Mark Chamberlain vs Josh Padley More