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      Who is Badou Jack and what is his boxing record?

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      BADOU JACK has been in many high profile fights over the course of his career and has been a world champion twice.He will fight for a World title in a third weight class against former Tony Bellew opponent Ilunga Makabu on February 26, 2023. But what do we know about Jack and his career?
      Jack has fought high-profile names during his career, including George Groves and James Degale
      Who is Badou Jack?
      Badou Jack is a professional boxer, born in October 1983.
      He has been a World Champion in two weight classes, holding the WBC Super-Middleweight title from 2015 to 2017 and the WBA Light-Heavyweight title in 2017.
      He is set to fight for a World Championship in a third weight class, when he takes on Ilunga Makabu on the undercard of Jake Paul v Tommy Fury in Saudi Arabia on February 26, 2023.
      Jack has had some high profile fights against British boxers, including George Groves and James Degale.
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      What is Badou Jack’s boxing record?
      A professional since 2009, Jack holds a record of 27 wins, three losses and three draws from his 33 fights to this point.
      He first came to global attention by winning the WBC Super-Middleweight title against Anthony Dirrell in 2015.
      He defended the title successfully three times, including a close decision victory against George Groves in Las Vegas, and a draw against James Degale in a unification bout.
      Jack vacated the WBC title in 2017, and fought Welshman Nathan Cleverly on the undercard of Floyd Mayweather v Conor Mcgregor for the WBA ‘regular’ Light-Heavyweight title.
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      Jack won by fifth round technical knockout, and was soon promoted to full champion after the retirement of Andre Ward.
      However, he soon vacated in order to chase bigger money fights.
      A close draw with long-time WBC Light-Heavyweight champion Adonis Stevenson was followed by two consecutive losses against Marcus Browne and Jean Pascal.
      The Browne fight was notable for a horrific cut suffered to Jack’s forehead in round seven but continued to the final bell.
      He has since won five consecutive fights, to set up a title shot at cruiserweight against Makabu.
      Is Badou Jack married and does he have any children?
      Jack has been married to wife Yasmin since October 2014.
      Their first child, a daughter named Malaniyah, was born on April 14 2016.
      Their second, a son named Malik, was born on March 16, 2018.
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      What is Badou Jack’s net worth?
      Formerly promoted by Mayweather promotions, Jack is thought to have a net worth of $1million.
      He has earned high purses over the course of his career, including $700,000 from his fight with Degale, and $750,000 from his fight against Cleverly. More

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      Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury undercard: Who is fighting on huge Saudi bill?

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      THE big fight between Jake Paul and Tommy Fury is finally open us – and it comes with a cracking undercard. Paul and Fury are finally set to do battle in in Saudi Arabia after months of negotiations.
      Jake Paul and Tommy Fury are set to clash this weekend in Saudi ArabiaCredit: Getty
      The two men have been scheduled to fight on two previous occasions but both times the bout fell through.
      But now Paul vs Fury is on and the boxing world is waiting in curious anticipation.
      Paul and Fury are putting their undefeated records on the line, despite them having just 14 fights between each other.
      And on the undercard, there’s world title action for fans to feast on.

      Who is on the Paul vs Fury undercard?
      As well as Paul vs Fury, there’s a world title fight on the card in Saudi, believe it or not.
      Ilunga Makabu defends his WBC cruiserweight world title against Badou Jack.

      Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury (10 rounds – cruiserweight)
      Ilunga Makabu vs Badou Jack (12 rounds – cruiserweight, WBC title)
      Ashton Sylve vs Maxwell Awuku (8 rounds – super-featherweight)
      Bader Samreen vs. Viorel Simion (8 rounds – lightweight)
      Muhsin Cason vs Taryel Jafarov (8 rounds – cruiserweight)
      Adam Saleh vs Stuart Kellog (6 rounds- super-lightweight)
      Ziyad Almaayouf vs Ronnald Martinez (4 rounds – super-lightweight

      How to watch Paul vs Fury
      Paul vs Fury will be shown live on BT Sport Box Office in the UK.
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      The event will cost £19.95 to purchase.
      You can live stream the fight from your mobile or tablet device, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      The main event is likely to get underway at around 9.30pm GMT on Sunday, February 26. More

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      Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel and undercard for huge Saudi clash THIS WEEKEND

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      JAKE PAUL’S huge clash with Tommy Fury is finally set to take place THIS WEEKEND. The pair were locked in negotiations for months over trying to reschedule a fight which has fallen through twice already.

      🥊 How to watch Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel
      Tommy Fury will fight Jake Paul in a huge clash in Saudi Arabia
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      First, Fury pulled out of their original date in December 2021 with injury and illness.
      And then the Manchester fighter had visa issues while trying to get over the US to promote their second fight, with that bout being called off too.
      Paul instead fought Anderson Silva, beating him on points to rack up his sixth win as a professional boxer.
      Fury, 8-0, was last in action in an exhibition on the undercard of Floyd Mayweather vs Deji against Rolly Lambert.
      But now Fury and Paul are ready to do battle, and it’s all going down in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia!
      When is Paul vs Fury?

      Paul’s big clash with Fury will take place this weekend on Sunday, February 26.
      The bout will be held in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, where Anthony Joshua vs Andy Ruiz Jr took place.
      The fight is scheduled to start at 9.30pm UK time.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Paul vs Fury will be shown live on BT Sport Box Office.
      The price has been CONFIRMED at £19.95.
      You can live stream the action from the BT Sport Box Office app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

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      Jake Paul and Tommy Fury will do battle on February 26 in Saudi ArabiaCredit: Getty
      Paul vs Fury undercard

      Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury (10 rounds – cruiserweight)
      Ilunga Makabu vs Badou Jack (12 rounds – cruiserweight, WBC title)
      Ashton Sylve vs Maxwell Awuku (8 rounds – super-featherweight)
      Bader Samreen vs. Viorel Simion (8 rounds – lightweight)
      Muhsin Cason vs Taryel Jafarov (8 rounds – cruiserweight)
      Adam Saleh vs Stuart Kellog (6 rounds- super-lightweight)
      Ziyad Almaayouf vs Ronnald Martinez (4 rounds – super-lightweight)

      What has been said?
      “Jake Paul’s boxing career ends on February 26th and I can finally move on with mine,” Fury said.
      “Every time I go out right now, everybody asks me about the Jake Paul fight. After this fight is done, everybody will be asking me how it felt to knock Jake Paul out.
      “The world is about to see what happens when a proper boxer faces a YouTuber.
      “I am a professional boxer, I have had 8 undefeated bouts, soon to be 9! Jake Paul will regret ever thinking he could take me on. I will put him in his place, the canvas!”
      Paul said: “The moment of truth has finally arrived.
      “On February 26th, I will get in the ring with a ‘real boxer,’ an 8-0 fighter from a storied fighting family and show the world the truth about who Jake Paul, the boxer really is.” More

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      Man Utd vs Barcelona: Red Devils have golden chance to repeat 2008 win as Old Trafford beckons – TV channel, stream

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      MANCHESTER UNITED played out a thrilling 2-2 draw against Barcelona at the Nou Camp last week.Marcus Rashford stepped up once again with a performance that befits his red-hot scoring streak.
      United went 2-1 up at the Nou Camp before being pegged backCredit: Rex
      Marcos Alonso celebrates scoring for Barcelona against UnitedCredit: Rex
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      The two sides may be in the second tier of Europe’s top club competitions.
      But the first leg showed that this is a tie of Champions League calibre, even if it is in the Europa League.
      And Thursday is a golden opportunity for United to exact revenge for their humiliating exit to Barca in the 2018-19 Champions League quarter-finals.
      The Red Devils will be hoping to repeat their 2008 heroics at Old Trafford that fired them on to Champions League victory after Paul Scholes’ wonder strike.
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      When is Manchester United vs Barcelona?
      The Europa League play-off second leg takes place on Thursday, February 23.
      Kick-off is at 8pm GMT in the UK, which is 9pm in Spain.
      Old Trafford plays host to this match.
      Is Man Utd vs Barcelona on TV and can I live stream it?
      BT Sport has coverage of Manchester United vs Barcelona, the match will be on BT Sport 2 and Ultimate.
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      Fans can also stream the match via the BT Sport app and website.
      Coverage starts at 7pm.
      What is the team news?
      United have a clean bill of health among their regular starters, although club captain Harry Maguire is likely to be out with a knee injury that kept him out of the Leicester game.
      It means Erik ten Hag is likely to go with his preferred back five of David De Gea, Diogo Dalot, Rafael Varane, Lisandro Martinez and Luke Shaw.
      For Barcelona boss Xavi, the picture looks quite different. Gavi is suspended and Pedri is injured.
      There is also a question mark over the fitness of Robert Lewandowski.
      What is the head-to-head record between Manchester United and Barcelona?
      Barca have the best of this match-up over the years.
      The Red Devils have one three times, with five games drawn – including last week’s first leg – and Barcelona taking victory on six occasions.
      Barcelona won their last match at Old Trafford with Luke Shaw’s own goal giving them a 1-0 victoryCredit: AFP or licensors
      Paul Scholes’ strike against Barcelona in the Champions League semi-final of 2008 remains United’s last win over their opponentsCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
      1984 – Barcelona 2-0 Manchester United – Cup Winners’ Cup
      1984 – Manchester United 3-0 Barcelona – Cup Winners’ Cup
      1991 – Barcelona 1-2 Manchester United – Cup Winners’ Cup final
      1994 – Manchester United 2-2 Barcelona – Champions League group stage
      1994 – Barcelona 4-0 Manchester United – Champions League group stage
      1998 – Manchester United 3-3 Barcelona – Champions League group stage
      1998 – Barcelona 3-3 Manchester United – Champions League group stage
      2008 – Barcelona 0-0 Manchester United – Champions League semi-final
      2008 – Manchester United 1-0 Barcelona – Champions League semi-final
      2009 – Barcelona 2-0 Manchester United – Champions League final
      2011 – Barcelona 3-1 Manchester United – Champions League final
      2019 – Manchester United 0-1 Barcelona – Champions League quarter-final
      2019 – Barcelona 3-0 Manchester United – Champions League quarter-final
      2023 – Barcelona 2-2 Manchester United – Europa League playoff
      What are the odds?
      Man Utd victory after 90min 5/4
      Draw 9/4
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      Barcelona win after 90min 11/5
      Odds courtesy of Betfair More

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      RB Leipzig vs Man City: Stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for Champions League last-16 clash

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      MANCHESTER CITY get their Champions League campaign back underway with a clash against RB Leipzig. City eased through their group to qualify for their last-16 match-up with the German side.
      Erling Haaland has scored five goals in the Champions League this seasonCredit: Getty
      Pep Guardiola is still searching for his first Champions League trophy with Man City and his first since 2011.
      His side reached the final two years ago but were beaten by Chelsea and they were knocked out in extraordinary circumstances by Real Madrid in last season’s semis.
      City have been a inconsistent in the league this season as they find themselves in a title race with Arsenal.
      But Guardiola will have one eye on the trophy which has evaded him for over a decade.
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      When is RB Leipzig vs Man City?

      Man City’s clash with RB Leipzig will take place on Wednesday, February 22.
      The game gets underway at 8pm UK time.
      The Red Bull Arena in Leipzig will host.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      RB Leipzig vs Man City will be shown live on BT Sport 1 in the UK.
      You can live stream the action from the BT Sport app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

      Team news
      Leipzig will be buoyed by the return of Christopher Nkunku, who made an appearance against Wolfsburg at the weekend.
      City will have Erling Haaland leading their line as he looks to equal Kyliam Mbappe and Mohamed Salah at the top of the scoring charts.
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      Riyad Mahrez may get a start after not sitting on the bench for the 1-1 draw against Nottingham Forest.
      Ruben Dias is set to continue his run in the side alongside Nathan Ake and Kyle Walker.
      Odds

      Leipzig – 18/5
      Draw – 14/5
      Man City – 3/4
      Leipzig to qualify – 9/2
      Man City to qualify – 1/7

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      Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel and undercard for massive Saudi clash

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      JAKE PAUL vs Tommy Fury is finally set to take place THIS WEEKEND. The pair have been locked in negotiations for months over trying to reschedule a fight which has fallen through twice already.

      🥊 How to watch Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel
      Tommy Fury will fight Jake Paul in a huge clash in Saudi Arabia
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      First, Fury pulled out of their original date in December 2021 with injury and illness.
      And then the Manchester fighter had visa issues while trying to get over the US to promote their second fight, with that bout being called off too.
      Paul instead fought Anderson Silva, beating him on points to rack up his sixth win as a professional boxer.
      Fury, 8-0, was last in action in an exhibition on the undercard of Floyd Mayweather vs Deji against Rolly Lambert.
      But now Fury and Paul are ready to do battle, and it’s all going down in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia!
      When is Paul vs Fury?

      Paul’s big clash with Fury will take place on Sunday, February 26.
      The bout will be held in Diriyah, Saudi Arabia, where Anthony Joshua vs Andy Ruiz Jr took place.
      The fight is scheduled to start at 9.30pm UK time.

      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?

      Paul vs Fury will be shown live on BT Sport Box Office.
      The price has been CONFIRMED at £19.95.
      You can live stream the action from the BT Sport Box Office app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

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      Jake Paul and Tommy Fury will do battle on February 26 in Saudi ArabiaCredit: Getty
      Paul vs Fury undercard
      The full undercard for Paul vs Fury has yet to be announced.
      But there are two clashes already set to take place, including a world title fight.

      Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury (10 rounds – cruiserweight)
      Ilunga Makabu vs Badou Jack (12 rounds – cruiserweight, WBC title)
      Ashton Sylve vs Maxwell Awuku (8 rounds – super-featherweight)

      What has been said?
      “Jake Paul’s boxing career ends on February 26th and I can finally move on with mine,” Fury said.
      “Every time I go out right now, everybody asks me about the Jake Paul fight. After this fight is done, everybody will be asking me how it felt to knock Jake Paul out.
      “The world is about to see what happens when a proper boxer faces a YouTuber.
      “I am a professional boxer, I have had 8 undefeated bouts, soon to be 9! Jake Paul will regret ever thinking he could take me on. I will put him in his place, the canvas!”
      Paul said: “The moment of truth has finally arrived.
      “On February 26th, I will get in the ring with a ‘real boxer,’ an 8-0 fighter from a storied fighting family and show the world the truth about who Jake Paul, the boxer really is.” More

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      Will Newcastle goalkeeper Martin Dubravka receive a winner’s medal if Man Utd win Carabao Cup?

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      MARTIN DUBRAVKA will firmly be in Newcastle’s corner for Sunday’s Carabao Cup final against Manchester United – but he could receive a winners medal even if the Magpies lose.All eyes will be on Wembley this weekend as Eddie Howe looks to guide Newcastle to their first major piece of silverware since 1955.
      Martin Dubravka is unavailable for Newcastle’s Carabao Cup final clashCredit: AFP
      However, they go up against an in-form Manchester United side who will be desperate to end their seven-year trophy drought.
      And Dubravka will be forced to cheer on the Magpies from the side-lines despite Nick Pope being ruled out for suspension.
      But the Slovakian might want to rethink who he supports for the benefit of his medal collection.
      Will Dubravka get a winner’s medal if Man Utd win the Carabao Cup?
      Dubravka has featured twice for Manchester United in the competition during his pre-January loan spell.
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      This means that the Slovakian will only receive a medal if the Red Devils lift the Carabao Cup on Sunday.
      And to further complicate things, Dubravka cannot represent the Magpies even after Nick Pope’s sending-off against Liverpool.
      Why can’t Dubravka play?
      Martin Dubravka helped steady the Newcastle ship after Nick Pope was sent off in the Liverpool loss.
      But the Slovakian will be cup-tied having represented Manchester United in the Carabao Cup this season.
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      And Karl Darlow looks set to be unavailable because he is out on loan at Hull City.
      Meaning that Newcastle have no option but to play forgotten man Loris Karius.
      Karius, 29, has not played a competitive match since a 1-1 draw for Union Berlin during a loan spell from Anfield on February 28, 2021 – almost exactly two years before the final. More

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      Why is Harry Maguire NOT playing for Man Utd against Leicester?

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      MANCHESTER UNITED are hosting Leicester City today to kick off a huge seven days for the club.But defender Harry Maguire will be playing no part of the match against the Foxes, with Victor Lindelof starting today.
      Harry Maguire misses out for Man UtdCredit: Getty
      Following the Leicester clash this afternoon, it is then Barcelona on Thursday and Newcastle in the Carabao Cup final at Wembley next Sunday for United.
      And that is just on the pitch…
      Off it, the club are embroiled in a huge takeover talks with the Glazers holding out for £6bn.
      But for now it is the crucial Premier League match against Brendan Rodgers’ Leicester and going back to within three points of second-placed City.
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      Why is Harry Maguire not playing for Man Utd against Leicester?
      Harry Maguire misses the match against his former side as he deals with a knee injury.
      Maguire left the King Power Stadium in 2019 in a world-record deal for a centre-back when he signed for the Red Devils for £80million and was made captain by then-manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
      He has made just five Premier League starts this season. More