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    Who are the Champions League final pitch invaders? Controversial Russian streamer rumoured to have made £300k offer

    THE Champions League final was delayed by a number of pitch invaders who all wore T-shirts with similar branding.The final between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund was delayed just seconds after kick-off by THREE separate pitch invaders.Three pitch invaders delayed the Champions League final – and are all linked to a controversial Russian streamerCredit: GettyOne of the pitch invaders stopped for a selfie with Jude Bellingham and Vinicius, one managed to do Cristiano Ronaldo’s ‘siu’ celebration and the third was quickly apprehended by stewards.All three bore the same logo and name plus links to various websites on their T-shirts.Who are the Champions League final pitch invaders?The three pitch invaders all bore the same name of a controversial Russian streamer – Mellstroy – who has been accused of going to extreme lengths to attract views.This includes violently abusing women, fighting members of the public and humiliating people.Andrey Burim – aka Mellstroy – was found guilty of violently abusing a model, Alena Efremova, on a live stream in 2021The Sun previously reported that Andrey Burim started his streaming career bu convincing girls on chat roulette to strip, and then broadcasting those interactions to his audience.The vlogger later streamed parties at his apartment and would accept donations from people asking women to get naked, partygoers to fight and even dousing someone in urine.He was arrested in late 2020 for beating a model, Alena Efremova, on a live broadcast.The model had her face rammed into a table that left her a “bloody mess” and Mellstroy was subsequently banned from YouTube and other platforms.Most read in Champions LeagueHe then went on record to mock her £96,500 compensation claim.He told journalists outside a Moscow court at the time: “This is too small an amount of money.”If she was to ask 30 or 40 million (£289,000 or £386,000), I would have paid.”What have I done anyway? I haven’t beaten her in any case. “Her concussion claim is just words.”It was later reported in the Russian media that he was found guilty and sentenced of six months of corrective labour plus a 10 per cent deduction of his salary as state revenue.Efremova is said to have received $1,000 in compensation.It is not known if the pitch invaders are directly linked to the streamer or each other.Was there a £300k offer for the pitch invaders?Social media posts also claim the blogger made a £300,000 open offer to anyone who invaded the pitch in a T-shirt bearing his name.It is currently not known if the offer is legit, if all three will be paid separately, or at all.What happened to the pitch invaders?A statement from stadium officials confirmed all three pitch invaders have been arrested.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt read: “It is illegal to enter the field of play at Wembley Stadium, and we strongly condemn the actions of those who interrupted the Uefa Champions League Final shortly after kick-off.”All of the individuals have now been arrested. We will support the relevant authorities to ensure appropriate action is taken.” More

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    5v5 full card: Who is fighting on TONIGHT’S bill? Live stream and TV channel, UK start time

    HEAVYWEIGHT challengers Daniel Dubois and Filip Hrgovic are facing off NOW on the Queensberry vs Matchroom 5v5.The likes of Daniel Dubois, Filip Hrgovic, Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang will all be in action later this evening – points will be tallied up and knockouts will be scored and at the end of it all, either Team Hearn or Team Warren will come out on top. Frank Warren’s Queensberry has dominated and currently holds a 6-0 lead over Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom after Nick Ball and Willy Hutchinson won, while Hamzah Sheeraz – the captain – earned quadruple points as a team captain and scoring a KO win.Filip Hrgovic vs Daniel Dubois (Round 1)
    Hrgovic has caught Dubois with two big right hands on the temple.
    On each occasion it rocks the British boxer.
    He absorbs the hits and returns one himself which catches the Croatian in the face.
    Somehow, you cannot see this one going twelve rounds.
    Copy linkCopiedFilip Hrgovic vs Daniel Dubois
    As the two fighters line up in the middle of the ring, we are underway.
    This is set up for a real heavyweight clash.
    It is Croatia versus Britain.
    Copy linkCopiedFilip Hrgovic vs Daniel Dubois
    Next up we have a heavyweight bout.
    If Dubois wins this one, so does Frank Warren and his £3m bet with Eddie Hearn.
    This also offers a huge chance for both of these fighters to further their careers with a chance to fight Anthony Joshua on the line.
    Copy linkCopiedDmitry Bivol vs Malik Zinad (Round 6)
    Bivol catches Zinad with a clean punch which rocks him back on his heels.
    As the true champion he is, he spots his chance to go in for the kill.
    He sprays Zinad with lefts and rights catching him a flurry of headshots.
    The referee steps in to stop it as Malik Zinad is not able to fight back.
    Copy linkCopiedDmitry Bivol wins by TKO
    Copy linkCopiedDmitry Bivol vs Malik Zinad (Round 5)
    Bivol is keeping that stout defence up and running.
    Zinad lands his best punch of the fight in the round but cannot follow it up to put his opponent in trouble.
    He is managing to frustrate Bivol who would have wanted to put this to bed by now.
    Copy linkCopiedDmitry Bivol vs Malik Zinad (Round 4)
    Zinad has managed to come back into the fight now after being put down in the first.
    This has turned into quite an even fight.
    Bivol looks solid but has taken his foot off the gas a bit now.
    Copy linkCopiedDmitry Bivol vs Malik Zinad (Round 3)
    Bivol’s defence is so solid, Zinad is struggling to get punches through.
    He is boxing behind his guard and getting some big hits off.
    The champion is often coaxing his opponent into the corner and spraying him with big shots.
    Copy linkCopiedDmitry Bivol vs Malik Zinad (Round 2)
    This is a real slugfest between the pair.
    Some hard hits are landing on both boxers.
    Bivol catches Zinad well on the nose, causing it to bleed.
    The champion looks like someone who was preparing for some time for this evening’s fight.
    Copy linkCopiedDmitry Bivol vs Malik Zinad (Round 1)
    Both fighters let loose from the off.
    Zinad makes a good start but is dropped by a left from Bivol.
    Both fighters are getting punches through the defence and landing some good headshots.
    Copy linkCopiedDmitry Bivol vs. Malik Zinad
    Before the final two fights of the Hearn vs Warren grudge night, we have a little side attraction.
    Malik Zinad comes in as a late replacement for the fight and now has the chance of a big upset.
    He could make a real name for himself here.
    Copy linkCopiedJack wishes his mate the best before fight
    Jack Grealish was the first to send his best wishes to Hamzah Sheeraz before his bout in Riyadh.
    The British boxer’s victory takes him 20-0 in his pro career.
    The WBC Silver middleweight belt is still his and now he is the number one contender for the full WBC title held by Carlos Adames.
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    Copy linkCopiedAustin Williams vs Hamzah Sheeraz (Round 11)
    Williams has Sheeraz up against the ropes and the British boxer hits the American with a barrage of punches to send him across the ring.
    As Hamzah continues to throw punches, the referee steps in to stop the fight as he feels Williams has had enough.
    Two points for the win for Sheeraz, which are doubled due to him being the captain of the Queensbury team.
    Copy linkCopiedHamzah Sheeraz wins by TKO
    Copy linkCopiedAustin Williams vs Hamzah Sheeraz (Round 10)
    Sheeraz has a big round and almost puts the icing on the cake at the end of it.
    Williams finds some more fuel in the tank and comes at the British boxer but a whipped right hand from Sheeraz sends the American to the canvas.
    He manages to get back to his feet just before the ten count is relieved, as is Eddie Hearn, to hear the bell to he can return to his corner.
    Copy linkCopiedAustin Williams vs Hamzah Sheeraz (Round 9)
    Great start to the round from Austin Williams.
    He comes out of his corner and fires of a flurry of punches to the body of Hamzah Sheeraz.
    Sheeraz is bozing smart and when he comes onto him, he is hitting Williams with some well-timed big shots.
    Despite all his best efforts, at the end of the round, Williams sits in his corner with blood streaming from his mouth.
    Copy linkCopiedAustin Williams vs Hamzah Sheeraz (Round 8)
    Williams is trying everything in his locker to open up the defence of Sheeraz.
    The English boxer catches him with a sweet uppercut which Frank Warren seemed to enjoy.
    Austin Williams right eye is almost completely closed now, he is finiding it impossible to avoid that left jab of Hamzah Sheeraz.
    Copy linkCopiedAustin Williams vs Hamzah Sheeraz (Round 7)
    Williams is getting more desperate at the fight goes on.
    When it gets to this stage of the fight, knowing a knockdown is needed to win it, the haymakers come out to play.
    Sheeraz continues with his strong jab and is coming through with some lovely counter combos which his opponent is feeling.
    Credit: Getty
    Copy linkCopiedAustin Williams vs Hamzah Sheeraz (Round 6)
    The constant left jabs from Sheeraz are causing Williams’ right eye to close up now.
    Sheeraz is following up those left jabs with some big right hands and is slowly taking his game up a few gears.
    Unless he can turn this fight on its head, you wonder if a stoppage is just around the corner in what has become somewhat of a one-sided fight.
    Copy linkCopiedAustin Williams vs Hamzah Sheeraz (Round 5)
    Williams is really struggling to find an answer to Sheeraz’s jab.
    He is using it well to keep his opponent away from him and make him resort to some wild swings.
    You have to wonder how Austin Williams is going to get close enough to land some of these hits.
    Copy linkCopiedAustin Williams vs Hamzah Sheeraz (Round 4)
    Sheeraz looks to keep attacking behind his jab from the centre of the ring and lands some big hits.
    The height difference is a problem for Williams as he cannot get close when he wants to but manages to land some good hits himself.
    Sheeraz is edging this fight but has already seen what Williams is capable of if he lets his guard down.
    Copy linkCopiedAustin Williams vs Hamzah Sheeraz (Round 3)
    What a great comeback from Sheeraz.
    He was genuinely rocked in the previous round but comes out from his corner to dominate the third round.
    Sheeraz lands some big blows which most certainly have hurt Williams and put him back in the driving seat in this fight.
    Copy linkCopiedAustin Williams vs Hamzah Sheeraz (Round 2)
    Williams catches Sheeraz with a flush hit and it rocks the Englishman.
    Austin Williams looks to follow it up with some more big hits but Sheeraz tries to regather himself in the centre of the ring.
    The bell cannnot come soon enough for him but the Matchroom man definitely took that round.
    Copy linkCopiedAustin Williams vs Hamzah Sheeraz (Round 1)
    Williams is struggling to work Sheeraz out in the early stages.
    He is trying to come in from the side to land some punches.
    Hamzah is landing the far more telling punches and eases the first.
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    How to live stream Champions League final for FREE and why is it not on YouTube this year?

    BORUSSIA DORTMUND take on Real Madrid in this year’s Champions League final at Wembley.The Germans secured their spot in the last two with a 2-0 aggregate win over PSG.Champions League final LIVE – Real Madrid vs DortmundWembley will host the 2024 Champions League finalCredit: GETTYWhile Real Madrid narrowly beat Bayern Munich 4-3 over two legs after a late Joselu brace.The Spanish giants are looking to complete a Double after comfortably winning LaLiga.Los Blancos are also eyeing a record-extending 15th Champions League title, while Dortmund can claim their second European Cup.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSunSport has all the details you need on how to watch the huge final for FREE…How to live stream the Champions League final for FREEThe 2024 Champions League final will be available to live stream for FREE via the discovery+ app/website.Coverage of Borussia Dortmund vs Real Madrid at Wembley will begin from 6pm BST.You can sign up to discovery+ and create an account for free – more details can be found here.Most read in Champions LeagueWhy is the Champions League final not on YouTube this year?The Champions League final has been shown on BT Sport’s official YouTube channel since 2016.However, that will not be the case this year due to the broadcaster merging with discovery+ and Eurosport under the TNT Sports brand.When is the Champions League final?
    The Champions League final will take place on Saturday, June 1.
    Kick off will be at 8pm BST.
    Wembley Stadium will host. More

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

    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?

    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

    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

    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

    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