Heavyweight boxing

DILLIAN WHYTE KO’d Alexander Povetkin in four thrilling rounds to win their rematch in Gibraltar.MORE TO FOLLOW
Dillian Whyte won his grudge rematch against Alexander Povetkin with a fourth round KOCredit: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing
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EDDIE HEARN is warming to the idea of Wembley hosting Anthony Joshua v Tyson Fury — if Saudi Arabia go cold on the summer showdown.AJ’s Matchroom promoter insists the first leg of the signed two-fight rivalry must happen in June or July this year.
Eddie Hearn admitted Anthony Joshua’s mega bout with Tyson Fury this summer could be staged on home soilCredit: PA:Press Association
AJ has fought at Wembley threee times, including his 2017 victory over Wladimir KlitschkoCredit: Getty
But the 100°F heatwave that hits the Middle East at that time is turning the kingdom off the idea of coughing up the huge site fee for the world heavyweight clash.
Hearn will spend the week flying around the world canvassing offers from the Gulf, Asia and America and has just three weeks to confirm the venue and date.
And he admitted there could be a chance for the biggest fight in British boxing history to happen at the home of English football.
Hearn said: “I am not joking when I talk about Wembley.
“If we got a huge site fee from abroad for a December rematch and they could give us full capacity at Wembley this summer, then we could present it to the fighters.
“But we can only consider Wembley with 100 per cent capacity.”
It seems far-fetched that such a huge event could take place so soon after all Covid-19 restrictions are lifted, which is hoped will happen by June 21.
But 41-year-old Hearn has talked to the Government about it and crunched the numbers.
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AJ and the Gypsy King would suffer a huge financial hit fighting on home soil but the romance might make up for some of the lost lucre.
Hearn added: “They’d love to do it at Wembley but they don’t want to take half the money, or a 30-40 per cent cut.
“There are conversations going on with the Government to see if it’s an option. If it is, it will be presented to the fighters.”
Saudi Arabia’s three-hour time difference would mean UK fans could catch the bout on primetime TV, driving the pay-per-view sales well over the 2million mark.
Hearn said: “June and July are in play but the Saudis and the Middle East would prefer it later in the year because it is so hot.
“But the fight is taking place in the summer.”
Fury’s last four fights have taken place in America and heading back to the UK would surely dent the purseCredit: Rex

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DILLIAN WHYTE believes Britain boasts the top three heavyweights in the world as he put himself third in his top five list.The Body Snatcher – who takes on Alexander Povetkin on Saturday night in the ‘Rumble on the Rock’ – has two defeats on his record.
British boxer Dillian Whyte has won 28 out of his 29 professional fightsCredit: PA:Press Association
The 32-year-old was knocked out by rival Anthony Joshua in 2015, and lost to the Russian Povetkin last year.
And the Jamaican-born fighter has established himself as one of the most feared men in the division thanks to epic victories against the likes of Derek Chisora, Joseph Parker and Lucas Browne.
Uploading a clip on his Instagram story, Whyte was asked by a fan who he believes are the best active heavyweights.
And he stated that he believes he is a better fighter than former world champions Deontay Wilder and Andy Ruiz Jr.
He said: “Top five heavyweights would have to be Tyson Fury, Joshua, me, Deontay Wilder probably and Ruiz.WHYTE NOISE
“Or one of those guys I guess.”
One of those boxers could be unbeaten Ukrainian star Oleksandr Usyk who has moved up from cruiserweight having become the undisputed champion.
Another potential fighter to challenge Ruiz Jr for fifth place could be Kubrat Pulev – who is set to challenge AJ for the IBF, WBA and WBO belts later this year.
Whyte recently signalled his intentions to swap boxing for UFC, with MMA monster Francis Ngannou a potential opponent.
Commenting on Whyte switching sports, former UFC middleweight champ Michael Bisping backed Whyte to take on Ngannou.
Whyte believes WBC champion Tyson Fury is the best heavyweight in the worldCredit: Reuters

Whyte’s rival Anthony Joshua currently holds the WBA, WBO and IBF beltsCredit: PA:Press Association
He said: “I trained with Dillian back in the day, I know him a little bit because he came up to help a training camp with Rampage Jackson many years ago.
“Personally I like to see the best boxers fight the best boxers and the best martial artists to fight the best martial artists. Too often it is a set-up for someone to lose.
“But Ngannou would be a good opponent, he cannot wrestle to save his life but if he connects in those 4oz gloves, it’s goodnight. The gloves are only really there to protect your hands.”
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TYSON FURY is enjoying a heavyweight delivery after receiving a stunning £5k Infinity Hot Tub only days after penning his £200million two-bout deal to fight Anthony Joshua.The Gypsy King, who this week treated himself to a trio of 75-inch Samsung smart TVs at his Morecambe home, is currently preparing for his mega-unification showdown this summer.
Tyson Fury has received a heavyweight Hot Tub delivery
The Gypsy King has treated himself to a £5k ‘Summer Breeze’ model from Infinity Hot TubsCredit: Reuters
Tyson Fury took delivery of three £800 Samsung TVsCredit: Splash
And the 32-year-old will have plenty of time to focus his mind and relax away from the rigours of training with his new arrival.
Fury’s new purchase, which will soon be followed by his and wife Paris’s sixth child, arrived courtesy of North East company Infinity Hot Tubs.
SunSport understands that the WBC champion opted for ‘The Summer Breeze’ model, which is available for £4,995.
And it is a whole lot more than just bubbles, with the company describing the model as ‘the ultimate Family spa Packed with Technology!’ 
It reads: “The spa features include – 86 Jets including Impulse spinning jets and directional jets, seating for up to five people, Bluetooth Connectivity to a waterproof audio system, a built in three stage water purification system, a steel frame and full body insulation and more!
“The spa is built to the highest specifications and we are proud to have this product in our range.”
It has already proven to be a knockout with the boxing star as he happily posed to plug the tub in a video for the ever-expanding business.
The 6ft 9in fighter said: “It’s Tyson Fury, AKA the Gypsy King, the heavyweight champion of the world.
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How the two British heavyweight stars compareCredit: The Sun

“Big shout-out to Infinity Hot Tubs for delivering me this absolutely fantastic hot tub. Check out their website for more details.”
And SunSport also understands that the fan-favourite will soon be receiving another delivery from Infinity Hot Tubs.
Fury has ordered another model for his Morecambe-based gym, near the town’s football stadium, to help him relax as he prepares to try and earn undisputed glory against AJ.
Fury and Joshua have been locked in talks to face-off in an all-British heavyweight unification showdown this summer.
WBC heavyweight king Fury, 32, recently vented his frustration at the contracts not being signed – claiming he had stopped eating and training while drinking up to 12 pints of lager per day.
The delivery proved to be a knockout with the WBC champCredit: Infinity Hot Tubs Ltd
The boxing star happily posed alongside his new toy and encouraged fans to check out the company’s dealsCredit: Infinity Hot Tubs Ltd
Some were worried it would put his blockbuster bout with AJ, 31, in serious jeopardy.
But now the fight has finally been CONFIRMED with the two Brits going toe-to-toe twice later this year in a deal worth a staggering £200million.
However, a couple of key details missing from the fine print were where and when the huge clash would take place.
Saudi Arabia appears to be a front-runner, while Eddie Hearn has previously said the US, Dubai, Qatar and Singapore are also options.

However, the Matchroom mogul has now revealed he’s been taken back by an 11th-hour offer from a wealthy individual in the Far East.
Ideally, all parties involved with Joshua vs Fury are keen for fans to attend what’s been deemed the biggest fight in British boxing history.
There are still Covid restrictions in place in the Middle East, however, springing the possibility that the fight could be delayed until November time.
Hearn says the individual from said mystery country, will want fans in attendance too, even if it were just 1,000 spectators.
Anthony Joshua and his fellow Brit have agreed a £200m two-fight dealCredit: Instagram More