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      Anthony Joshua called out by Dillian Whyte for December rematch and says rival ‘couldn’t deal’ with Oleksandr Usyk loss

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      DILLIAN WHYTE said Anthony Joshua “couldn’t deal” with losing to Oleksandr Usyk – and called for a December rematch with his old rival. Joshua was beaten for the second time in 11 months by Usyk on points, this time a closer split-decision in Saudi Arabia.
      Dillian Whyte wants to rematch Anthony Joshua in December
      His promoter Eddie Hearn revealed AJ could return in December and named Whyte as a potential opponent for next year.
      But the heavyweight contender, coming off a knockout defeat to Tyson Fury, does not want to wait around.
      Whyte told iFL TV: “Joshua just lost, that’s a rematch that I want and one the British public want to see.
      “There will be a lot of interest in that worldwide as well. That’s a big one.
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      “Eddie Hearn works for him, he said he wants to fight in December, then let’s fight.
      “I’m coming off a loss, he’s coming off a loss; we’ve had two fights already. Why not get it on in December?
      “That would be perfect for me. I’ll be ready for December.”
      Whyte, 34, beat Joshua, 32, in the amateurs but was stopped in seven rounds when they rematched in 2015 as professionals.
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      He had backed AJ to avenge defeat to Usyk, 35, but the Ukrainian pound-for-pound star repeated his brilliance.
      Afterwards, Joshua was involved in a bizarre meltdown and threw two of the champion’s belts out of the ring.
      And he also produced a rambling post-fight speech, which AJ later apologised for.
      Whyte said: “He tried his best, and obviously Usyk was better than him on the night, obviously.
      “It wasn’t a hard fight physically for him, but it was a hard fight mentally for him.
      “And I think he’s going through a lot of changes, a lot of pressure and a lot of things at the minute
      “I think it all got too much for him, and he broke down in the fight.
      “You could see that he was showing signs of pressure and stress after the fight and he couldn’t deal with it.
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      “A lot of these guys don’t know how to deal with defeats. No one wants to lose, no one wants to deal with defeats but life is full of ups and downs.
      “You’ve got to be able to deal with the ups and the downs. You can’t just start crying and losing control just because he lost.
      “I’ve had losses in my career but I came back. I’m used to climbing from the bottom up.”
      Oleksandr Usyk and Anthony Joshua embrace after their rematchCredit: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing More

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      Tyson Fury ready to fight Anthony Joshua if Oleksandr Usyk unification collapses and says Ukrainian is ‘EASIER’ opponent

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      TYSON FURY is ready to fight Anthony Joshua if a deal with Oleksandr Usyk cannot be agreed. And despite the Ukrainian’s two wins over AJ, Fury claimed Usyk is an EASIER opponent than his long-time British rival.
      Tyson Fury speaking at WWE’s Clash of The Castle
      Joshua’s consecutive defeats to the pound-for-pound star leaves him with a rebuilding job, which could begin with a return fight in December.
      And it blew his chances of unifying the belts with WBC champion Fury, 34, who is in line to now face Usyk, 35.
      But talks for the heavyweight division’s first ever four-belt undisputed clash look to have stalled.
      Fury does not rule out turning to Joshua, 32, if he fails to agree terms with WBA, IBF and WBO title holder Usyk.
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      He told BT Sport: “I still think, even though he’s lost three of his last five fights, I still think that people would like to see that fight.
      “So if Usyk can’t be ready and doesn’t want the fight for whatever reason – you know a middleweight against a giant behemoth heavyweight – I can understand why he wouldn’t want it.
      “If that fight doesn’t happen, then we’ll go and offer AJ the fight.”
      Fury wants to return in December but Usyk has ruled himself out until next year as he rests and recovers with his loved ones back home.
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      So the unpredictable Gypsy King has claimed he will announce his comeback fight NEXT WEEK.
      And he aimed one more dig at Usyk – who started his amateur career at middleweight – by claiming he is easier to beat than AJ or anyone else.
      Fury said: “I’d take the middleweight, because that’s the easiest fight, to be fair.”
      Anthony Joshua was twice beaten by Oleksandr UsykCredit: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing More

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      Fans all say the same thing as Andy Ruiz Jr returns to weight he beat Anthony Joshua at for Luis Ortiz fight

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      ANDY RUIZ JR has returned to the same weight that he beat Anthony Joshua at ahead of his return fight against Luis Ortiz. The Mexican-American hit the scales at 268.8lb for his pay-per-view headliner in Los Angeles.
      Andy Ruiz Jr weighed in at 268.8lb for his boxing returnCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Andy Ruiz Jr and Luis Ortiz ahead of their fightCredit: Rex
      That is almost the exact same as when he beat AJ in 2019 to shock the world and win the unified heavyweight titles.
      And fans believe Ruiz is now back at his optimum fighting weight, in a warning to 43-year-old Ortiz.
      One said: “Andy Ruiz weighs in 268lb…. Identical weight he washed AJ in the 1st fight. Hope that’s a good sign.”
      Another added: “Ruiz was 268 when he fought AJ the first time, but he is holding it a whole lot better than then.
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      “Can see he has lost a decent amount of fat and packed on a lot of muscle.”
      One commented: “I got Andy Ruiz knocking Ortiz out !!! Andy look comfortable at 268 and it’s crazy he look slim at the same time.”
      Another said: “Ruiz looks good here…”
      Ruiz, 32, ballooned up to 20 STONE for his rematch with Joshua, 32, in Saudi Arabia, which he lost on points.
      But he got back down to 18st 2lb for his comeback fight against Chris Arreola, 41, in May of last year although the win was less than convincing.
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      So Ruiz returned to the weight he knows best for this camp, with the help of fried chicken chain Cane’s.
      He said: “I’ve been doing everything that I’ve been supposed to do.
      “I don’t want to say a lot of stuff but yesterday we ate Cane’s – I’m not in a big diet, you know? I’ve been eating good.”
      Andy Ruiz Jr beat Anthony Joshua in 2019Credit: Reuters More

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      Fans all say same thing as Tyson Fury knocks out Theory at WWE’s Clash at the Castle before singing with Drew McIntyre

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      TYSON FURY knocking out WWE star Austin Theory has been hailed as “f**king awesome” by fans.The 34-year-old WBC world heavyweight champion was ringside at the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, for WWE’s event Clash at the Castle.
      Fury punched Theory before the briefcase could be cashed inCredit: WWE
      Theory was left in a heap on the floorCredit: WWE
      Fury lapped up the crowd reactionCredit: WWE
      Fury and McIntyre closed the show singing American PieCredit: WWE
      Fury involved himself in the main event after Theory tried to cash in his Money in the Bank briefcase to have a shot at winning the WWE and universal championships off Roman Reigns, who was competing with Drew McIntyre.
      Theory got too close to Fury just as the referee was about to accept the cash-in, and the 25-year-old ended up KO’d on the floor in one punch.
      The crowd roared as Theory was left lifeless and Fury lapped up the reaction.
      And Fury’s latest WWE cameo has left fans all saying the same thing: “F**king awesome.”
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      One fan quote tweeted the WWE clip, and said: “Thank you, Fury.”
      Another said: “My favourite part of this evening without question.”
      Following the match, Fury hopped inside the ring and congratulated Reigns on his title defence.
      Fury then helped McIntyre to his feet and sang American Pie alongside the Scot.
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      Oasis’ Don’t Look Back in Anger also went down well with the crowd before Fury signed off by thanking them for coming.
      On Fury’s singing, a fan tweeted: “To be honest most of WWE’s Clash at the Castle was a bit of a big let down but Tyson Fury singing ‘American Pie’ after was legit the best thing on the show. lol.”
      Another said: “Drew comes up short in the world tonight match, but Tyson Fury singing ‘American Pie’ to him made everything better. What a life.” More

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      ‘I am not going to wait around’ – Tyson Fury to announce return fight NEXT WEEK… but says it WON’T be Oleksandr Usyk

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      TYSON FURY claimed he will announce his return fight NEXT WEEK – but warned it will not be against Oleksandr Usyk. The unbeaten WBC champion starred in WWE’s Clash at the Castle pay-per-view in Cardiff and did so after calling out Usyk.
      Tyson Fury speaking after WWE’s Clash at the Castle PPV
      But with the Ukrainian ruling himself out till next year after recently beating Anthony Joshua, Fury is unwilling to hold out for him.
      He said: “Usyk was calling me out after his last fight with Joshua, I’ve replied and said let’s do the fight this year, wherever they want to do it.
      “I’ve been waiting for offers from countries to come forward, and all of a sudden Usyk has stated he doesn’t want to fight any more, he wants to fight next year, not this year.
      “So, I’m not going to wait around for anybody, I’m announcing a fight next week.”
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      Fury, 34, appears to have confirmed he will come out of retirement, having said he would walk away after knocking out Dillian Whyte, 34, in April.
      It comes as Usyk, 35, beat Joshua, 32, for a second time to set up the heavyweight division’s first ever four-belt unification bout.
      But the pound-for-pound star first wants to rest and recover with his loved ones, who he left while training amid a war with Russia.
      Usyk said: “Fighting Tyson Fury in December is impossible. For two reasons.
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      “First, I have old injuries that need to be treated. They made themselves known.
      “Recovery will take a couple of months. Second, I just don’t want to box in December.
      “I haven’t left the gym for half a year, I want to be with my children, my family, there are certain things to do at home.
      “Boxing can wait a little. Next year, I think it will happen.”
      In a separate interview with BT Sport, Fury revealed he knows who his interim opponent will be and will announce it at a press conference.
      He said: “I think it’s going to get announced next week. I know who I’m fighting. I know who it is and I know who I’m fighting.”
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      ‘Find your balls, s***house!’ – Tyson Fury delivers X-rated message to Oleksandr Usyk after knocking out WWE star Theory

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      TYSON FURY delivered an X-rated message to heavyweight rival Oleksandr Usyk after knocking out WWE star Austin Theory.The Gypsy King, 34, was inside the Principality Stadium in Cardiff, Wales, for WWE’s Clash at the Castle.

      Fury branded Usyk a s**thouse’ in his behind the scenes interview with WWECredit: WWE / BT Sport
      The Gypsy King confirmed he’s no longer retiredCredit: Getty
      Usyk doesn’t want to fight Fury until next yearCredit: AFP
      And after getting involved in the grand finale, Fury had a message for his rival Usyk.
      The Ukrainian, 35, called Fury out for an undisputed heavyweight title fight following his win over Brit Anthony Joshua.
      But efforts to get the fight scheduled for later this year have fallen short with Usyk wanting time to recover from old injuries and spend time with his family.
      When asked what message he had for Usyk, Fury told WWE: “I don’t want to say anything. Find your balls and come see me, s**thouse.”
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      Fury’s X-rated call out comes after he sent a Usyk another message on Friday.
      Fury also revealed he will be fighting “very soon” but the opponent is yet to be confirmed.
      He said: “I’m going to be fighting very soon, against… we don’t know yet, we’re still looking for an opponent.
      “I’m going to fight in the next few months here in the UK.
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      “Usyk’s not going to be ready, doesn’t want to fight.”
      Fury showed his punching power on WWE TV as he knocked out Money in the Bank briefcase holder Austin Theory.
      Theory tried to cash in on Roman Reigns, who was facing Drew McIntrye.
      However, as Theory approached the barrier where Fury was, he was KO’d.
      Fury shook Reigns’ hand, congratulating him on his win, while he sang American Pie to loser McIntrye before raising his hand.
      Tyson Fury knocked Theory out in the main event at Clash at the CastleCredit: WWE
      Fury raised McIntyre’s arm and paid tribute to his heroic effort against ReignsCredit: WWE
      Tyson Fury shook Reigns’ hand after he beat McIntyreCredit: WWE More

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      UFC legend Anderson Silva, 48, granted pro boxing licence in Arizona and ‘training hard every day’ for Jake Paul fight

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      ANDERSON SILVA has been granted a professional boxing licence in Arizona ahead of his proposed fight with Jake Paul. The pair are in talks for a boxing match slated for October 29 in the American state.
      UFC legend Anderson Silva is set to fight Jake Paul
      And Silva has moved one step closer to confirming the fight after being permitted a boxing licence in Arizona.
      A commissioner said: “Congratulations, Mr. Silva. We’re looking forward to what’s to come.”
      Silva, 48, said: “I’m training hard every day. I’m keeping my mind busy and healthy. I’m so excited.”
      Paul, 25, who was was due to return on August 6 until suffering two fight cancellations, revealed his next fight will be announced on Tuesday.
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      Silva was released by the UFC in 2020 following five losses in six bouts, three of which were on the spin.
      But he has made a successful transition to boxing, having already had a 1-1 record in the ring.
      Silva beat former middleweight world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr, 36, in June 2021 then knocked out ex-UFC champ Tito Ortiz, 47, in September.
      He will become Paul’s first opponent with a recognised boxing record.
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      The American was twice set to fight Tommy Fury, 23, until the Brit pulled out after suffering an injured rib and then over US visa issues.
      Hasim Rahman Jr, 31, had signed to replace Fury but a weight disagreement with Paul saw their bout cancelled.
      Paul last fought in December, knocking out Fury’s substitute Tyron Woodley, 40, who he had already beat on points four months earlier.
      That added to KOs over online rival “AnEsonGib”, ex-NBA player Nate Robinson, 38, and retired UFC welterweight Ben Askren, 38.
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      Tommy Fury ‘desperate’ to secure fight with Jake Paul or KSI and ‘NOT motivated by winning titles’, says Tony Bellew

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      TONY BELLEW said Tommy Fury is “desperate” to secure a fight with Jake Paul or KSI and “not motivated by winning titles”. The 2019 Love Islander has twice signed to fight Paul but was withdrawn both times.
      Tommy Fury is linked with a fight against KSI and Jake PaulCredit: Getty
      Tony Bellew said Tommy Fury is ‘not motivated by winning titles’
      And he recently accepted a callout from YouTuber KSI, who won TWICE in one night.
      Fury’s decision to engage in the all-celebrity bouts caused ex-world champion Bellew to change his opinion on the brother of Tyson.
      He told DAZN: “At the start of his career, I was led to believe that Tommy was a serious prospect who had big aspirations to go far in the sport.
      “After watching his first few fights and seeing how desperate he is to secure a fight with these YouTube guys, it’s clear to me that he’s not motivated by winning titles.
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      “It’s all about cashing out with fights against the likes of KSI and Jake Paul.”
      Fury, 23, was due to face Paul, 25, in December but pulled out after suffering a rib injury in training.
      And when they tried to reschedule for August, this time he ran into US visa issues.
      KSI, who himself is eyeing a grudge match with Paul, returned after three years out of the ring.
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      And he made up for lost time by beating rapper Swarmz, 25, and the start of the night and so-called boxer Luis Alcaraz Pineda, 23, at the end.
      KSI, 29, wants his second comeback fight in January and called Fury out for it.
      And Bellew, 39, reckons the 8-0 light-heavyweight is better off chasing influencer bouts opposed to making a go in the traditional ranks.
      He said: “To be fair to Tommy, it’s probably the best move considering his ability.
      “I’ll go on record and say that I don’t think he has what it takes to win a British title.
      “It’s stacked domestically at light heavyweight, and you’ve got to go a long way down the rankings before you could find a boxer who you’d fancy Tommy to have success against.
      “His current direction is probably best for business.”
      Jake Paul twice signed to fight Tommy FuryCredit: Getty Images – Getty
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