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      Jake Paul called out to fight by topless John Fury after YouTube star heckles son Tommy from ringside on Mayweather card

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      JAKE PAUL was called out to a fight by John Fury after heckling his son Tommy from ringside. The YouTuber-turned boxer was a special guest to watch Fury’s return to the ring, in Dubai on Floyd Mayweather’s undercard.
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      Jake Paul responding to John Fury
      He was due to face Paul Bamba, 33, but a weight disagreement saw the American withdrawn.
      Instead, Rolly Lambert, 33, filled in with just hours to go for a six-round exhibition with Fury.
      The bout went the distance and Paul made his feelings known from ringside, telling Fury he “sucked at boxing.”
      Words were then exchanged from ringside, prompting Fury’s dad and coach John to rip his top off and challenge the American.
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      Paul said: “You’re a miserable old man. Come fight me right now then.”
      John said: “Forget my son, I’m the king of the bare-knuckle man.”
      Addressing Paul, Fury said: “There’s a certain b**** from ringside that I want in the ring now.
      “Tell him to get in here because he would never have the b**** to get in here and fight a man of this calibre on a few hours notice.”
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      Fury added: “Get in the ring now. Get in that ring now, come on, the water is just fine.”
      Paul responded: “How about you get out of the ring now?”
      The pair are believed to be in line to fight in February, following Fury’s two prior withdrawals.
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      Anthony Joshua could fight for world title against Filip Hrgovic next with Oleksandr Usyk set to vacate IBF belt

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA could fight for a world title against Filip Hrgovic.That’s if Oleksandr Usyk vacates his IBF belt to chase a fight with Tyson Fury.
      Anthony Joshua could fight for the IBF title if Oleksandr Usyk vacates itCredit: Getty
      AJ could take on Filip Hrgovic to win the belt for a third timeCredit: Getty
      Joshua held the IBF, WBA, WBO and IBO titles twice before losing them to Usyk last year.
      AJ then failed to reclaim the belts in his August rematch against the Ukrainian.
      And he is now on the hunt for a new opponent after failing to secure a money-spinning showdown against fellow Brit Fury.
      But there could be some good news for AJ’s title ambitions.
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      That’s because Usyk is now hoping to land a mega-fight against Fury for the WBA, WBC and WBO belts, according to TalkSport.
      And in order to do so, Usyk would have to give up his IBF crown.
      If that happens, IBF chiefs would then order Hrgovic to fight Andy Ruiz for the vacant title.
      However, there’s another twist in the tale, as Ruiz is seeking to fight WBC hopeful Wilder instead.
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      And if that fight is made, then Joshua would finally get the call-up to take on Hrgovic for the IBF crown.
      Meanwhile, Ruiz claims AJ wants a THIRD fight against the Mexican.
      Ruiz said: “I’m trying to get those titles back.
      “I just spoke to Anthony Joshua, he told me he wants to make something happen, he wants to make the trilogy – that’d be pretty cool!
      “I just brought it up, but that’s how things happen and fights get made, so we’ll see.” More

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      Harley Benn’s fight with Faizan Anwar on Floyd Mayweather undercard AXED after ‘altercation at fighter hotel’

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      HARLEY BENN’S fight with Faizan Anwar on Floyd Mayweather’s undercard has been AXED with just hours before the first bell. The pair were due to fight for a WBC Middle Eastern title belt at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai.
      Harley Benn’s fight with Faizan Anwar on Floyd Mayweather’s undercard has been axed
      But just a matter of hours beforehand, the fight was scrapped live on air.
      Global Titans revealed an altercation at the fighter hotel forced the bout to be canceled.
      A statement read: “Faizan Anwar pulled out just hours before his scheduled fight with Harley Benn, without notice or prior warning.
      “Despite multiple attempts to find a suitable replacement at short notice for Harley, Global Titans were sadly unable to do so due to those available being too heavy in weight.
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      “Harley has been paid his full purse and will be fighting on a future Global Titans card early next year.”
      It is the latest blow in the show, after Tommy Fury’s fight with Paul Bamba, 33, was also cancelled.
      Bamba was left fuming after he scaled within the 175lb light-heavyweight limit, while Fury came in at 181.4lb.
      The American, 33, who conceded half a STONE, wanted to be paid compensation.
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      But despite two days of negotiations, no settlement was reached despite the best efforts of Fury’s dad John.
      Fury has also confirmed he WILL still fight – facing Rolly Lambert in an exhibition – and denied failing to make weight.
      He said online: “I just want to come on here and clear a few things up.
      “One contract was given to Paul Bamba, and one contract was given to myself.
      “The weight in my contract, I made yesterday so as far as I’m concerned, I’ve done my job. I made weight.
      “Paul Bamba does not want to fight, he never did. I’m here in Dubai, I’ve got a new opponent and I’m ready to go.”
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      Tommy Fury fight vs Rolly Lambert: Date, UK start time, Live stream, TV channel, FULL fight card for TONIGHT’S DAZN show

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      TOMMY FURY makes his long-awaited return to the ring TONIGHT as he faces Rolly Lambert instead of Paul Bamba. Floyd Mayweather vs Deji headlines the Global Titans show with fellow ex-Love Islander Jack FIncham also on the bill vs Anthony Taylor.
      Tommy Fury will now face Rolly Lambert on tonight’s show
      Fury last fought in April on brother Tyson’s undercard
      Fury was originally schedule to face Bamba, but there was a disagreement over what the contracted weight was for their bout.
      The two sides failed to come to an agreement after Fury weighed in seven pounds heavier than Bamba, so in stepped Lambert.
      Fury, 23, has not fought since April, when he defeated Daniel Bocianksi on the undercard of Tyson Fury vs Dillian Whyte in April.
      A long-awaited bout against Jake Paul broke down for the second time in the summer.
      The fight was confirmed for August, but the British light-heavyweight was withdrawn amid a US visa issue.
      Lambert is the WBC and WBC Asia champion at cruiserweight, where the bout will now take place.
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      When is Tommy Fury vs Rolly Lambert?
      Tommy Fury vs Paul Bamba takes place on TONIGHT – Sunday, November 13.
      The fight is chief support before Floyd Mayweather vs Deji, and ring walks are expected around 9pm UK time.
      The Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai plays host.
      What live stream and TV channel is Tommy Fury vs Paul Bamba on?

      Tommy Fury vs Rolly Lambert will be broadcast LIVE on DAZN PPV.
      The event costs £16.99 to purchase on top of your DAZN subscription.
      You can live stream the action from the DAZN app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.

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      What is the full fight card?
      Floyd Mayweather vs Deji headlines the huge card in Dubai.
      While Conor Benn’s brother Harley is also fighting on the show.

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      Boxing fans and Tyson Fury set for more frustration as Oleksandr Usyk is ordered to face a new mandatory challenger

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      AN undisputed heavyweight title fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk is set for more delay with the Ukrainian ordered to face a new mandatory challenger.The WBA, IBF, WBO and IBO champ, 35, defended his belts against Anthony Joshua in August.
      Usyk holds the IBF, IBO, WBA and WBO titlesCredit: PA
      The IBF have ordered Hrgovic as Usyk’s next mandatory challenger for the beltCredit: Getty
      Hearn has backed Fury to beat UsykCredit: Getty
      But he has gone over a year as champion without entertaining any mandatory challengers.
      However, Matchroom chief Eddie Hearn, who works alongside Usyk’s promoter Alexander Krassyuk to televise the Ukrainian’s fights, has confirmed the IBF have ordered Filip Hrgovic as Usyk’s next mandatory challenger for the belt.
      Hearn tweeted: “Just received written order from IBF for Champion @usykaa to face mandatory challenger @Filip_Hrgovic NEXT..let’s go! @SauerlandBros.”
      A fan quipped “Have a day off Ed” in which Hearn responded: “You know that’s not my style.”
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      WBC top dog Fury had hoped to face either Usyk or Anthony Joshua.
      However, neither mega fight materialised and the Gypsy King will instead take on Derek Chisora in a December 3 trilogy.
      Hearn, however, is backing Fury to beat Usyk should the pair eventually meet.
      Hearn said to IntuBoxing: “I got criticism on that because I said I don’t think it’s a great fight… but I think it’s a compelling fight.
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      “You’ve got two very awkward, tricky customers.
      “For a hardcore boxing fan I think it would be fascinating, but they wouldn’t just start knocking lumps out of each other.”
      Hearn continued: “I probably give the edge to Tyson Fury because of his size.
      “I just feel like I’ve always overlooked him in fights, like [Wladimir] Klitschko, [Deontay] Wilder, so I should give him the respect that he deserves. But I do think Usyk is very tough to beat.” More

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      Tyson Fury backed to beat Oleksandr Usyk by Eddie Hearn as promoter FINALLY tips heavyweight rival to win

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      MATCHROOM boxing chief Eddie Hearn has tipped WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury to beat IBF, IBO, WBA and WBO title holder Oleksandr Usyk in an undisputed clash.Usyk picked up back-to-back wins over Anthony Joshua while Fury beat Dillian Whyte in his last outing.
      Hearn has backed Fury to beat UsykCredit: Getty
      Usyk holds the IBF, IBO, WBA and WBO titlesCredit: PA
      Hearn says Fury’s size gives him the advantage over the UkrainianCredit: Getty
      Fury had hopes of fighting Usyk or Joshua before the end of the year but has had to settle for Derek Chisora instead.
      But should Fury eventually meet Usyk, possibly in 2023, Matchroom chief and AJ promoter Hearn is backing the Brit to take the win.
      Hearn said to IntuBoxing: “I got criticism on that because I said I don’t think it’s a great fight… but I think it’s a compelling fight.
      “You’ve got two very awkward, tricky customers.
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      “For a hardcore boxing fan I think it would be fascinating, but they wouldn’t just start knocking lumps out of each other.”
      Hearn continued: “I probably give the edge to Tyson Fury because of his size.
      “I just feel like I’ve always overlooked him in fights, like [Wladimir] Klitschko, [Deontay] Wilder, so I should give him the respect that he deserves. But I do think Usyk is very tough to beat.”
      Should Fury get past Chisora on December 3, he will have to face Deontay Wilder for a fourth time or Andy Ruiz Jr.
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      The WBC have today confirmed Wilder vs Andy Ruiz Jr as a final eliminator for Fury’s title.
      Fury will then be ordered to face the winner.

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      Tommy Fury vs Paul Bamba EXACT time: What time are the ring-walks for big fight in Dubai?

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      TOMMY FURY faces his ninth professional fight this weekend as he takes on Paul Bamba in Dubai. The light-heavyweight prospect hasn’t been in the ring since he picked up a win on his brother Tyson Fury’s undercard back in April.
      Fury and Bamba squared up to each other in Dubai earlier this weekCredit: Instagram / @daznboxing
      But now he’s back on the undercard of Floyd Mayweather vs Deji in Dubai.
      Fury was scheduled to fight Jake Paul earlier this year but issues with his US visa put that clash on the back burner.
      The Love Island star will see his fight with Bamba as the perfect bout to get him ready for a bigger one next year.
      Fans can watch the clash between the pair live on DAZN PPV in the UK.
      What time are the Fury vs Bamba ring-walks?
      Fury’s clash with Bamba is the co-main event of the event, which is headlined by Mayweather and Deji.
      The main event is due to get underway from just after 10pm UK time on Sunday, November 13.
      So you can expect Fury vs Bamba to get going from around 9.15pm GMT.

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      What channel is Fury vs Bamba on?
      Fury vs Bamba isn’t on traditional TV as it’s being shown on streaming site DAZN.
      The event is a pay-per-view and will cost £16.99 to purchase.
      You can live stream the action from the DAZN app, which is available to download onto your mobile or tablet device.
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      Watch Tommy Fury’s intense face off with Paul Bamba as American accuses rival of being ‘7lb OVERWEIGHT’ ahead of fight

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      TOMMY FURY was accused of coming in 7lb OVERWEIGHT for his fight with Paul Bamba. The pair meet over six rounds in Dubai tomorrow night on the undercard of Floyd Mayweather’s exhibition with YouTuber Deji.
      Tommy Fury and Paul Bamba ahead of their fightCredit: SecondsOut

      Fury, 23, hit the scales at 12st 9lb while his American opponent, 33, weighed 12st 2lb, meaning there was half a stone between the pair.
      Fury said: “No pressure at all, ready to go. Thank you all for coming, appreciate it. I’m going to put on a huge show for you all.
      “A big dirty knockout is coming, I’ve trained eight weeks for this with the champ and I’m ready to go.”
      But Paul interrupted and said: “It should be a knockout when you don’t make weight. That sucks.
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      “You’re about 7lb overweight and the world should know.”
      Despite Bamba’s claim, SunSport understands Fury did in fact weigh in under his contract weight.
      Jake Paul, 25, will be ringside for the fight on a scouting mission ahead of a potentially rescheduled grudge match with Fury.
      But Bamba, an ex-marine who beat homelessness with boxing, has vowed to rip up the script and cause a scene.
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      He told SunSport: “I’m not just going to lay down it’s a great opportunity. I’m not just an opponent.
      “I would say my next best bet would be the Jake Paul fight, if possible.
      “I’ve sparred with Dillon Danis before, I did my thing with him before and they leaked that out.
      “That’s another person who’s been in talks with Jake Paul as well, so I believe there’s a bunch of things I could get into as long as I perform on fight night.”
      Paul Bamba facing off with Tommy FuryCredit: globaltitansfightseries More