Heavyweight boxing

DEREK CHISORA was paid a visit by Anthony Joshua as he wraps up the final week of training camp for his clash with Tyson Fury.Fan favourite Chisora will challenge Fury for the WBC heavyweight title in a Tottenham trilogy fight a week on Saturday.
Derek Chisora is gearing up for a trilogy fight with Anthony JoshuaCredit: GETTY
Del Boy was recently visited in the gym by good pal Anthony JoshuaCredit: INSTAGRAM@DOMINICMENSAH_
Chisora flew out to Saudi to support AJ ahead of his rematch with Oleksandr UsykCredit: PA
The former world title challenger has left no stone unturned ahead of the domestic dust-up, putting in multiple training sessions every day.
And he was visited by pal AJ during one of his final cardiovascular endurance sessions.
The pair exchanged words as Chisora took a break from a punishing stint on the airdyne bike.
Chisora seemed to be in a jovial mode as he sat on the bike and chopped it up with the former two-time unified champion.
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War, 38, goes into his third encounter with Fury 2-0 down in their series having lost their 2011 and 2014 bouts.
But he reckons Fury has regressed since their rematch for the British heavyweight title.
He told BT Sport: “I think he was a better fighter when I last boxed him.
“Last time I fought him he was better, he was good, he was on point.”
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There won’t be any wild celebrations for Chisora if he shocks the world and hands The Gypsy King his first lost.
When asked how he plans to celebrate, he said: “Go home. Do the same thing I do every day.
“Go home and just chill. Winning or losing there’s only one place you’re going to go afterwards, and that’s home.
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“You chill, and then, from then, you know exactly what you’re going to do.”
Joshua, meanwhile, is currently targeting a return to the ring in the first quarter of 2023 following a second consecutive loss to Oleksandr Usyk in August. More

DEREK CHISORA has been offered advice on how to beat Tyson Fury by Deontay Wilder’s coach. The heavyweight, beaten by Fury in 2011 and 2014, returns on December 3 for a trilogy bout against his old rival at Tottenham’s stadium.
Malik Scott pictured with Deontay WilderCredit: @malikkingscott
Tyson Fury and Derek Chisora ahead of their trilogy fightCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
Not too many will have a greater insight on the Gypsy King than Chisora, who was handed a pair of one-sided defeats.
But boxing trainer Malik Scott will come close.
The American, 42, formerly sparred Fury, 34, and was part of Wilder’s team for his trio of bouts against the WBC champion.
Scott was even head trainer for Wilder’s most recent loss to Fury, an 11th-round knockout in October 2021.
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The British legend had to twice pick himself up from the canvas to eventually win by KO after three knockdowns of his own.
It leaves Scott well versed on both Fury’s strengths and weaknesses.
He told BT Sport: “You’ve got to take advantage of his vulnerabilities right there and Derek has to do that.
“He can’t make silent agreements when he gets close, he’s got to work his free hand, you’ve got to beat Tyson Fury up on the inside as much as you can.
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“What he can’t do, is get close and allow Tyson to hold him. Tyson Fury, when he is in control, is very vulnerable.”
Wilder, 37, could remarkably work his way into a FOURTH fight with Fury after being ordered into a WBC final eliminator bout.
He is set to face Andy Ruiz Jr, 33, for the right to challenge for Fury’s belt, potentially setting up yet another rematch.
Scott said: “I’m very interested in the Fury 4 fight four Deontay.”
Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder could fight in yet another rematchCredit: Ryan Hafey/Premier Boxing Champions More

JERMAINE FRANKLIN is a win over Dillian Whyte away from earning a multimillion dollar fight against Anthony Joshua. The unbeaten American travels to London in a bid to spoil Whyte’s comeback party on Saturday at Wembley Arena.
Jermaine Franklin faces Dillian Whyte nextCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/Ck1IowIOsvF/
Anthony Joshua could fight the winner between Dillian Whyte and Jermaine FranklinCredit: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing
Promoter Eddie Hearn has already said the winner will be rewarded with a mega-money payday against the returning AJ next year.
It leaves it all to play for, especially for outsider Franklin, who Hearn told: “If you win this fight, you’re getting the Anthony Joshua fight.
“AJ wants to fight Dillian Whyte. Maybe that’s one for the future.
“But for you to come over as an American to beat a Brit in London, you will get that fight, and you will make millions of dollars.
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“So all you’ve got to do is go through this guy to make millions of dollars.”
Franklin, 29, cooly responded: “I’ll worry about that after I get this win.”
Whyte, 34, beat Joshua, 33, in their 2009 amateur barnburner but was knocked out in their rematch six years later as professionals.
AJ, coming off consecutive losses to 35-year-old star Oleksandr Usyk, is taking time out of the ring to mentally recover from defeat.
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Whereas Whyte is already on the comeback trail following his recent knockout blow at the hands of WBC champion Tyson Fury, 34, in April.
A second straight loss could prove disastrous for Brixton’s Body Snatcher, but he is hungry for redemption.
Whyte said: “There’s no pressure on me. I’m a wounded lion at the minute. So that’s why these guys are jumping and yapping and yapping.
“What they forget is, I may be wounded, but I’m still a lion. I’m still a mother f***ing predator.
“That’s what a lion knows to do, to kill. Unless he loses his teeth. But my teeth are still in. See there. I’m always ready to kill.”
Dillian Whyte ahead of his return fight against Jermaine FranklinCredit: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing More

TYSON FURY admitted his career in the fast lane has left him feeling like a FORD ESCORT with “miles on the clock and “battered to pieces”. The WBC heavyweight champion, who has a love for luxury motors, is approaching his 34th professional fight.
Tyson Fury admitted he has ‘miles on the clock’Credit: Getty
Fury, 34, returns on December 3 in a trilogy bout against Derek Chisora, 38, who he beat in one-sided fashion in 2011 and 2014.
And the Gypsy King opened up on the physical wear and tear on his body after years of rough and tumble in the ring.
Fury said on  BT Sport’s Chatterbox: “I’m like an old banger, Ford Escort with 250,000 miles on the clock.
“And every part of me is absolutely battered to pieces. Joints, elbows, knees, back, I’ve got some severe mileage on the clock.
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“Imagine being a heavyweight being punched to pieces for years and years and years and keep going and keep going and keep going day in and day out and just keep taking the pain.
“It’s like Rocky said, ‘It’s not how much pain you can give out but it’s about how much you can take and keep moving forward.'”
Fury has gone from strength to strength since doing the double over Chisora in the space of three years.
He has twice reigned as world champion and finds himself on the cusp of an undisputed showdown against Oleksandr Usyk, 35, next year.
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But Chisora sensationally claimed Fury has REGRESSED following their pair of fights.
He said: “I think he was a better fighter when I last boxed him. Last time I fought him he was better, he was good, he was on point.”
Fury defends his title against Chisora at Tottenham’s stadium and talks are already underway for a unification with Usyk next year.
Tyson Fury and Derek Chisora ahead of their trilogyCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun More

TOMMY FURY told Jake Paul he can send a fight contract over in TWO DAYS time as talks between the pair of rivals continue. The celebrity boxing foes have struck an agreement to fight early next year with opposing camps locked in negotiations.
Tommy Fury told Jake Paul he can send a fight contract over in two days time
Jake Paul and Tommy Fury are still locked in fight talks
Fury’s last fight was staged in Dubai by newly-formed Middle Eastern promotion Global Titans.
And he appears to still have their backing as he teased an offer out to American Paul.
Fury tweeted: “If you want this fight to happen with me and @GlobalTitansFS in Feb or March in any location decided by GT, we can have the contracts sent by Wednesday.”
The 2019 Love Island star has twice pulled out of fighting Paul, after suffering a rib injury in December and US visa issues in August.
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Fury’s Stateside travel restriction still persists today, leaving Paul’s side adamant the fight must take place in the UK.
Most Valuable Promotions tweeted: “Has to be Manchester or London.
“Jake Paul will not allow travel to be an excuse for this fight to not happen.”
Paul, 25, most recently beat UFC legend Anderson Silva, 47, in October, the biggest win in his 6-0 career.
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Meanwhile Fury, 23, returned this month in a last-minute exhibition bout against replacement Rolly Lambert, 33.
Paul Bamba, 33, was withdrawn on the day amid a weight disagreement and Paul was a special guest commentator on the night.
After Fury cruised past six rounds, the two clashed post-fight and an agreement to fight in 2023 was struck.
Promoter Frank Warren expected a deal to be wrapped up this week but Fury hinted his purse demands were not being met.
He tweeted Paul: “I’m glad to see you’ve agreed to the location and time, now you can tell your team to get round the table and negotiate properly instead of trying to hide behind the old terms/ agreements put in place 2 years ago.
“I’m ready and waiting to get this over the line.”
But Paul responded: “You and your papa are both frauds.

“My team and I will never risk a quid on you again. I’m not paying you a pence you dimwit so there’s no old agreement / terms.
“My team has spoken to the Warrens multiple times this week and the deal is your promoter is paying you. Sign the paperwork.”
Tommy Fury and Jake Paul are still linked with a grudge matchCredit: BT SPORT More

BRITISH former heavyweight boxer Mark Potter has died at the age of 47.The London-born fighter fought for the British heavyweight title against Danny Williams at Wembley Arena in 2000.
Former boxer Mark Potter has died aged 47
Potter fought for the British heavyweight title at Wembley Arena in 2000 bu was diagnosed with stomach cancer earlier this year
Potter was diagnosed with aggressive stomach cancer in November 2021.
He was given just 18 months to live after it spread to his spine.
However, Potter – called “as brave as they come” by promoter Frank Warren – has lost his short battle with the disease.
Tributes from across the boxing world have poured in for the Brit, who enjoyed a six-year career starting in 1997.
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Warren emotionally wrote: “I and everyone at Queensberry Promotions are deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former British heavyweight title challenger Mark Potter.
“Mark was a great fighter and an even bigger character who was involved in many entertaining fights over the years and was a hugely popular face around the fight scene, particularly in the London area.
“Mark fought some great fights during his career and was as brave as they come, but sadly he succumbed to one opponent that abides by and respects no rules at all.
“We send our heartfelt sympathies to Mark’s family and friends.
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“We will honour his memory and pay tribute to him next weekend when we will observe boxing’s traditional ten bells at the O2 Arena in London – a city where he enjoyed so many good nights and lived his life to the full.
“Mark was a fighter right to the end and never stopped punching — may he rest in peace.”
Fellow promoter Eddie Hearn also tweeted: “Rest in Peace Mark Potter.”
Olympic gold medallist Audley Harrison added: “RIP Mark & condolences to his family & friends.
“He gave me a hell of a battle in the London ABA’s & went on to have a decent pro career too – looking back, a lot of boxers have passed in the last few years. Definitely makes you appreciate our time here.”
Potter, nicknamed “The Great White Shark”, won 21 of his 26 career fights.
He would go on to have spells in MMA and kickboxing following his career in the ring and most-recently worked as a personal trainer.
Late last year, Potter was diagnosed with stage four cancer of the stomach and bone.
Potter revealed his life changed when he started to experience numbness in his calves, which he initially thought was the result of a pinched nerve due to his active lifestyle.
The numbness continued to spread and Mark visited his GP, who told him he may only have another 18 months to live.
In March 2022, Potter revealed he was still in fighting fit shape.
He claimed: “[At the time of diagnosis] in November I was almost in fighting shape, I could run six kilometres in 30 minutes.
“I was squatting 200kg for six reps regularly, and deadlifting 200 for 10 reps.”
Just two weeks ago, Potter was pictured in a wheelchair at the Tottenham with Martin Chivers and Paul AllenCredit: Instagram @marksharkpotter
Potter leaves behind wife Hannah.
Earlier this year, a distraught Hannah, 46, claimed: “When they told us the diagnosis, I had a complete meltdown.
“He has tumours in his stomach that spread to his spine, which caused the numbness.
“When he said his calf was feeling really weird, I thought it must be a pinched nerve or something.
“He was regularly doing squats and deadlifts, so we just assumed it was down to that.
“He had said to me he was feeling the best he had done in months.”
Just two weeks ago, Potter was pictured in a wheelchair at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium with legends Martin Chivers and Paul Allen. More