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      Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr: Predictions from pundits and former rivals who make fight picks as legends return

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      ROY JONES JR goes into his fight against Mike Tyson as an underdog – according to those in the boxing business.
      The American – who started his career as a light-middleweight – is also the bookies outsider.

      He faces fellow legend Tyson in an eight-round exhibition on Saturday, and has been left with it all to do inside the ring.
      But Jones, 51, only retired in 2018, meaning what he lacks in size and power he could make up in with activity and form.
      Here SunSport runs down the predictions from fighters, promoters and trainers.
      Mike Tyson
      Iron Mike did not have too much to say on the fight – only warning it will be all-action.

      The 54-year-old told TMZ Sports: “Pain, baby, pain. A lot of pain.”
      Prediction: Violence

      Mike Tyson fights for the first time since retiring in 2005
      Evander Holyfield
      Holyfield twice beat Tyson and wants to face him for a third time after announcing he is also coming out of retirement.
      He is backing his old rival to beat Jones if he lands one of his trademark shots – but fears if he fails it will be a snooze fest.

      Holyfield, 58, told Teddy Atlas: “I think if Tyson catch him, he gonna hurt him. But if Tyson can’t catch him, it’s gonna be a lousy fight.”
      Prediction: Tyson… if he can land.

      Evander Holyfield twice beat Tyson and wants a third fightCredit: Reuters
      Danny Williams
      Williams scored one of the great British upsets in a boxing ring after he knocked out an out-of-sorts Iron Mike in 2004.
      But he still tips Tyson’s size and power to be too much for Jones.
      Williams, 47, said: “I think Roy is going to get seriously hurt. He is a natural middleweight.”
      Prediction: Tyson

      Brit Danny Williams upset Tyson in 2004 Credit: Reuters
      James ‘Buster’ Douglas
      Buster Douglas became the first man to beat Tyson, with his 1990 upset still considered one of the greatest shocks in boxing history.
      He came into the fight a 42/1 underdog – and he gives Jones even LESS chance of repeating his victory.
      Douglas, 60, told DJ Vlad: “I think he has a chance but it’s a slim chance. Slimmer than Buster Douglas.”
      Prediction: Tyson

      Buster Douglas in 1990 became the first man to ever beat TysonCredit: Reuters
      Amir Khan
      Khan revealed both were an inspiration to him in his career, but questioned why they are coming out of retirement.
      Still the former champion – who jumped from welterweight to middleweight in 2016 before being KO’d by Canelo – is backing the smaller man.
      Khan, 33, told Fight Hub: “I don’t know what’s made Mike and Roy fight each other. I mean, they might be friends, I don’t know.
      “But who’s going to win this fight? Roy Jones, in my opinion.”
      Prediction: Jones

      Amir Khan has predicted Tyson will lose against Jones
      Freddie Roach
      Legendary trainer Roach cornered Tyson towards the end of the heavyweight’s career.
      They still keep in touch now, and Roach has no doubt his friend will win by knockout.
      He told told Press Box: “I think Mike knocks Roy Jones out.
      “But I did warn Mike that he has to be careful of Roy’s left to the body. That’s the punch Roy used to knock out Virgil Hill.”
      Prediction: Tyson

      Legendary trainer Freddie Roach cornered Tyson towards the end of the heavyweight’s careerCredit: Rex Features
      Tyron Woodley
      Former UFC welterweight champion Woodley is another who has looked up to Tyson and Jones.
      As a result, he feels Iron Mike’s power over the eight rounds will prove too troubling.
      Woodley, 38, told Mike Swick: “I’ve studied them so much. I’ve watched so many films, so many fights with both of them.
      “I think if Mike Tyson touches anybody, they’re going down no matter how old he is. I just don’t see him not touching Roy at some point in the fight.”
      Prediction: Tyson

      Ex-UFC welterweight champion on Tyson’s podcast
      Jeff Mayweather
      Floyd Mayweather’s uncle – a trainer – runs his own boxing channel, often asking for predictions ahead of big fights.
      But in his own verdict, he tips Tyson to just edge out Jones.
      Mayweather said: “Overall, if I would have to bet my money, I would pick Tyson because I know he has the power.
      “And as big as he is, he has some tremendous hand speed.”
      Prediction: Tyson

      Floyd Mayweather’s uncle Jeff with Tyson
      Oscar De La Hoya
      De La Hoya works with Jones’ great rival Bernard Hopkins as they run Golden Boy Promotions.
      And the American – who wants to make a comeback of his own – is tipping Tyson to come out on top.
      De La Hoya, 47, said on Instagram: “I’m going to have to go with Tyson.
      “But it wouldn’t surprise me if Jones Jr pulls something off – like he always has in his career.”
      Prediction: Tyson

      Jake Paul
      The YouTuber faces ex-NBA star Nate Robinson on the undercard of Tyson’s comeback.
      And he predicts Iron Mike will win the night’s main-event.
      Paul, 23, told the Mayweather Boxing Channel: “I think uncle Mike’s going to take it home. But Roy Jones is looking dangerous too.
      “I think [Tyson] is gonna stop him. Those punches look to vicious, I think round, fourth round he’s going to connect with one of those Mike Tyson’s uppercuts or hooks.”
      Prediction: Tyson

      Jake Paul is fighting on Tyson’s undercard against ex-NBA star Nate Robinson

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      Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr undercard: Who is fighting on HUGE bill in Los Angeles tonight?

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      MIKE TYSON returns to the ring for a huge clash with Roy Jones Jr this weekend – but plenty of effort has gone into the fights due to take place beforehand.
      Event organisers have pandered to the general public with the bouts they’ve picked to go ahead on the card.

      Mike Tyson hasn’t fought since 2005 when he was knocked out by Kevin McBrideCredit: AP:Associated Press

      As if Tyson and Jones Jr weren’t big enough names, YouTubers and even a former NBA star will feature on the Los Angeles bill.
      It’s due to be one hugely entertaining night of action, as two ring legends finally collide.
      What Tyson and Jones Jr have said
      “Now I’m doing it with a lot more enthusiasm because I’m doing it for someone else,” Tyson explained.
      “Nobody has to ever worry about me getting rich, or getting jealous, or saying I’m doing this for money.

      “I’m not getting anything. I just feel good doing this because I can.”

      Roy Jones hasn’t fought since 2018, having retired late in his careerCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Jones Jr said: “I thought I was done.
      “When I got the call from my team saying ‘Mike Tyson wants to fight you’ — that’s bucket-list material.
      “Everywhere I go in life, people ask me ‘Hey, did you ever fight Mike Tyson?’ Now I don’t have to say ‘No’ no more.

      “I’m so glad to get this opportunity because now I can say, ‘Yes, I did. I sure did.’
      “And guess what? Tune in on the 28th, and you’ll see how it goes.”
      Tyson vs Jones Jr FULL CARD
      Main card
      Prelims
      Jamaine Ortiz vs. Nahir Albright, (8 x 3min, lightweight)
      Irvin Gonzalez vs. Edward Vasquez (8 x 3min, featherweight)
      Juiseppe Cusumano vs. Nick Jones (8 x 3min, heavyweight)

      What channel is it on and can it be live streamed??
      BT Sport Box Office will be broadcasting the fight in the UK.
      Coverage begins at 8pm ET, which is midnight in UK. The undercard is set to start from 1am GMT.
      You can live stream the fight from the BT Sport Box Office app.
      The social media site Triller will also be airing the PPV fight. More

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      Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr rule changes: Knockouts ALLOWED, rounds, minutes, judges, how to win – exhibition explained

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      MIKE TYSON and Roy Jones Jr face off in an intriguing exhibition fight TONIGHT in Los Angeles.
      But what are the rules for the boxing spectacle? Is a knockout allowed and how many minutes will the rounds be?

      Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr do battle this weekend
      What are the fight rules for Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr?

      With a combined age of 105, Tyson and Jones Jr do battle in Los Angeles on Saturday night.
      They will fight over eight, two minute rounds, and will be wearing larger 12oz gloves.
      The fighters will not be wearing headgear.
      Men’s boxing bouts usually run over three minute rounds and both stars have expressed their dismay at the shorter rounds.

      Jones Jr said: “I’m not happy at all.

      “Like [Tyson] said, that’s for women. I kept fighting until the last minute, saying, ‘Why we fighting two-minute rounds?’ I don’t understand that. We’re not women. We’re two of the best to ever do it.
      “Why we got to do two-minute rounds? Why? If something’s going to happen, it’s going to happen anyway … two minutes, three minutes, five minutes. Don’t really matter.
      “So, for us, what difference does it make? Two minutes doesn’t do anything for him or for me. To be honest with you, it cheats the fans out of it.”

      In addition, the California State Commission have said that if either boxer is cut or injured the fight will be stopped, though it remains to be seen if referee Ray Corona will choose to halt it.

      Referee Ray Corona will be the man in the middle
      The World Boxing Council have created the WBC Frontline Battle Belt to give to the winner, and have former WBC champs Christy Martin, Vinny Pazienza and Chad Dawson scoring the fight remotely should it go all eight rounds for the WBC to decide a victor.
      Is a knockout allowed?
      Technically yes, although the legends have been urged NOT to go for a K.O.
      The California State Commission have deemed it a bout for the greats to “exhibit” their boxing skills.
      UFC boss Dana White was flabbergasted after hearing the rule, saying: “There’s no knockouts? They’re not allowed to knock each other out? How do you enforce that? 
      Both fighters have said they are gunning for a K.O on Saturday night, and it will come down to the referee’s discretion to step in if he sees fit.
      The fight will not count on ether man’s record.

      What have they said?
      Andy Foster, California State Commission executive director: “It’s an exhibition.
      “They can exhibit their boxing skills, but I don’t want them using their best efforts to hurt each other.
      “They’re going to spar hard, but they shouldn’t be going for a knockout. This isn’t a record-book type of fight. This is not world-championship boxing right now. It’s not what this is. People shouldn’t be getting knocked out.
      “The public can see what kind of shape Roy and Mike are still in.

      Mike Tyson’s incredible bodyweight workout routine
      “I’m sure there are going to be times where it heats up. Ray’s [Corona, referee] job is going to be to put the ice back on without having to kill the whole thing. He’s that kind of referee. I feel that he’s going to be good at that, and he’s the right guy for this kind of a fight.”
      Fight organisers Triller said in a statement: “We have nothing but the utmost respect for Andy and everyone at CSAC.
      “For total clarity we are not implying that CSAC is picking a winner or scoring this, WBC is doing both. WBC is scoring under a 10-9, and a knockout will be a win under WBC’s scoring. The results will not be reflected on their fight record. We apologize for any confusion and look forward to a great night of fights Saturday night.
      Jones Jr: “First of all, if you think you are going into the ring with Mike Tyson, the last guy [Corey Sanders] that did an ‘exhibition’ with Mike [in 2006] got dropped in the first round.
      “If you don’t know that, then something is wrong with you. Who goes into the ring with the great, legendary Mike Tyson and thinks, ‘Oh, this is going to be an exhibition?’ 12-ounce gloves? No headgear? Really? This is an exhibition? Come on, man. Be for real’.”
      When is Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr?
      The fight is set for Saturday, November 28.
      The undercard is expected to start at 9pm ET which is 1am GMT and the main event will follow at around 4am – 5am GMT.
      LA’s Staples Center plays host with no fans in attendance.
      Who is on the Tyson vs Jones Jr undercard?
      YouTube star Jake Paul leads the way on the four-fight card when he takes on ex-NBA star Nate Robinson.
      Elsewhere Hasim Rahman Jr is off the card after he tested positive for Covid.
      Main card
      Tyson vs Jones Jr (8 x 2min rounds, heavyweight exhibition)
      Jake Paul vs Nate Robinson (6 x 3min, cruiserweight)
      Badou Jack vs Blake McKernan (8 x 3min, light-heavy)
      Hasim Rahman Jr vs Rashad Coulter (8 x 3min, cruiserweight) – FIGHT OFF
      Jamaine Ortiz vs. Nahir Albright, (8 x 3min, lightweight)
      Prelims
      Irvin Gonzalez vs. Edward Vasquez (8 x 3min, featherweight)
      Juiseppe Cusumano vs. Nick Jones (8 x 3min, heavyweight)
      How can I watch Tyson vs Jones Jr?
      BT Sport Box Office will be showing the card in the UK. With the event starting from 1am GMT.
      BT are charging £19.95 for the card.
      In the US, watch the show on Fite.TV and the Triller app. More

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      Roy Jones Jr: Record, wins, losses, world title belts, age and height for boxing legend ahead of Mike Tyson fight

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      ROY JONES JR will forever be known as one of boxing’s greats.
      The American was one the most accurate punchers of his generation and he racked up a bunch of glamorous wins throughout his career.

      Roy Jones Jr will take on Mike Tyson in an exhibition bout on November 28Credit: Getty Images – Getty

      And on November 28, he’ll enter the ring once again to take on fellow legend Mike Tyson in an exhibition bout.
      Take a look below as SunSport venture back in time through some of Jones Jr’s greatest and lowest nights.
      What is Roy Jones Jr’s boxing record?
      Jones Jr finished his career with a boxing record of 66-9.
      His record as an amateur was also impressive as he racked up 121 wins with just 13 losses.

      Jones Jr won a silver medal at the 1988 Olympics in Seoul, but his loss is regarded as one of the worst robberies in amateur boxing history.
      The judges’ decision to award the victory to Park Si-Hun, the home fighter, was even investigated by the IOC, who controversially saw no wrongdoing.

      Roy Jones Jr won world titles in four different weight divisionsCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      How old is Roy Jones Jr and how tall is he?
      Jones Jr was born on January 16, 1969, making him 51 years old.
      The boxing icon was born in Pensacola, Floria, where he currently resides with his wife and three sons.

      Jones Jr only retired at 49, however, in 2018 after a win over Scott Sigmon after a 29-year professional career.
      ‘Captain Hook’, as he’s known, is just 5ft 11inches, despite his ability to move up the weights, winning numerous world titles.

      Roy Jones Jr finished his career with 66 wins and nine losses

      Roy Jones Jr has not fought as a professional since 2018Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      How many world titles did Roy Jones Jr win?
      Jones Jr won numerous world titles in FOUR different weight classes, starting at middleweight.
      Jones beat Bernard Hopkins to win his first title at 160lbs in 1993.
      He then went on to beat James Toney for the IBF super-middleweight world title a year later.
      Jones stepped up yet again when he knocked Montell Griffin out in one round to win the WBC light heavyweight world title.
      Jones unified the light-heavyweight division on multiple occasions before finally making the move to heavyweight, skipping cruiserweight altogether.
      In 2003, Jones beat John Ruiz by unanimous decision to become the WBA heavyweight world champion.
      Jones Jr holds the record for most wins in unified title bouts with 12.

      Roy Jones Jr lost to Joe Calzaghe when they fought each other in Las VegasCredit: PA:Press Association
      What are some of Roy Jones Jr’s worst losses?
      Thought Jones Jr was a legend, he suffered some devastating losses throughout his career.
      His first defeat came against Montell Griffin, after he hit the American after knocking him down.
      After that, Jones Jr was brutally knocked out by Antonio Tarver after coming down from heavyweight to fight at light-heavyweight again.
      Further losses against Tarver again, Glen Johnson and Joe Calzaghe followed.
      Jones Jr was then knocked out by Danny Green, before suffering losses to Bernard Hopkins and Dennis Lebedev.
      His final loss came against British fighter Enzo Maccarinelli, who knocked Jones Jr out in the fourth round of their clash in 2015. More

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      Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr: How the two compare on tale of the tape ahead of huge showdown

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      MIKE TYSON is looking to put on a show in his return to the ring after first 15 years away when he faces Roy Jones Jr.
      The Baddest Man on the Planet pits his wits against his American compatriot at the Staples Center in Los Angeles TONIGHT.

      Tyson, 54, goes into the bout as the heavier man for the contest after coming in at 220.4lbs, while Jones Jr weighed in at 210lbs.
      Incredibly, Iron Mike has weighed in LIGHTER than he did when he became the youngest-ever heavyweight champion in 1986, when he beat Trevor Berbick.
      Both men are incredible shape for the fight, with Tyson revealing he has shed seven stone for his return.
      Meanwhile Jones has shared a clip displaying his iconic hand speed as he looks to upset the odds.

      A YouTuber decided to simulate the bout on Fight Night Champion, with Tyson knocking out his opponent in the ninth round.
      But how do the fighters – who have a combined age of 105 – compare?
      As well as being three years younger, Jones Jr is more experienced in the paid ranks having fought 17 more times than the Dynamite Kid.
      In addition to that, he has recorded 16 more wins and three more knockout victories, though he has also lost on three more occasions.

      Mike Tyson’s incredible bodyweight workout routine
      And Jones Jr is the more active fighter having last entered the squared circle in 2018, while Tyson last competed in 2005 when he lost against Kevin McBride.
      He also goes into the fight one inch taller than Tyson, while he boasts a bigger reach than the fearsome puncher.
      But it is Tyson that is being backed to come out on top according to those in the boxing business.
      Evander Holyfield said: “I think if Tyson catch him, he gonna hurt him. But if Tyson can’t catch him, it’s gonna be a lousy fight.”
      Legendary trainer Freddie Roach added: “I think Mike knocks Roy Jones out.
      “But I did warn Mike that he has to be careful of Roy’s left to the body. That’s the punch Roy used to knock out Virgil Hill.”
      Meanwhile Oscar De La Hoya stated: “I’m going to have to go with Tyson.
      “But it wouldn’t surprise me if Jones Jr pulls something off – like he always has in his career.”

      Though Brit star Amir Khan has backed the former middleweight champion to come out on top.
      He said: “I don’t know what’s made Mike and Roy fight each other. I mean, they might be friends, I don’t know.
      “But who’s going to win this fight? Roy Jones, in my opinion.”

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      Meet Daniel Dubois, the quiet K.O assassin nicknamed Dynamite who comes from family of boxers including Olympic hopefuls

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      DANIEL DUBOIS is the quiet heavyweight nicknamed Dynamite who comes from a family of boxers including Olympic hopefuls.
      Dubois faces Joe Joyce on Saturday in the biggest and toughest test in his 15-fight unbeaten career.

      Daniel Dubois has earned the nickname Dynamite due to his power Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

      Dubois is unbeaten in his 15 professional fights Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

      But the 23-year-old – who was born in Greenwhich – has dedicated his whole life to the sport, leading up to his shot at the European title.
      He first joined the boxing gym aged nine as his dad Dave wanted him off the mean streets of South London.
      Ever since, for him and his fighting siblings Caroline, Prince and Solomon, it has been a family affair.
      Dubois spent the summer in lockdown with his two brothers and sister, as they trained in his new home in Hertfordshire.

      And he revealed 19-year-old Caroline – who has hoping to qualify for the Tokyo Olympics next year – acted as the head trainer.
      Dubois told SunSport: “Caroline takes the training sessions every day, she enjoys picking the exercises and circuits more than I do.
      “She has our youngest brother Solomon acting like the teacher’s assistant so there is no slacking.”
      Dubois has helped his little sister in her career ever since she first started boxing as a nine-year-old.

      Big brother Daniel holds the pads for amateur sensation Caroline Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

      Dubois training with Caroline and brother Prince Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

      There, Caroline fought under the boy’s name Colin to ensure she could share the ring with the boys.
      She said: “It feels a bit crazy looking back on it now, considering where I have got to, but back then ‘Colin’ seemed like the only way to start my dream.
      “Boxing clubs in those days were not interested in girls so my dad and Daniel, after some convincing, let me come up with the plan.
      “Me and Daniel just had to remember our lines every time we went in the gym.
      “He denies it was his plan but he did a lot to help me get started. I had short hair and kept quiet, so it was OK.”
      As Caroline waits to see if the Olympic Games will go ahead next year before deciding whether to turn pro, Daniel’s career is only heading in one direction.
      He has been taken the distance just once, with his power proving too hot to handle.
      Dubois made his debut in 2017 at 18, having had just seven senior amateur bouts, despite starring as a youth boxer in Team GB.

      Dubois turned pro at 18 after just seven amateur bouts Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

      British heavyweight legend Frank Bruno pictured with Dubois Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      But he rejected the chance to contest for a spot in Tokyo to instead take his heavy-hands into the paid ranks.
      His biggest win to date was a fifth round knockout against former sparring partner and amateur team-mate Nathan Gorman.
      Since the win last year, the youngster has three more knockouts to his name.
      But his most recent, against Ricardo Snijders in August, came a tune-up ahead of his headliner against Joyce on the weekend.
      The pair – who also sparred in Team GB’s Sheffield HQ – were due to fight in April on pay-per-view.
      But amid the coronavirus pandemic, it caused constant delay and even threatened to KO the clash entirely.
      Until Dubois and 35-year-old Joyce agreed to fight behind-closed-doors and on normal TV, as they were given the credit they deserved and a new date.
      The winner will emerge as the British, Commonwealth and European champion, and elevate themselves into world title contention.

      Dubois knocked out Nathan Gorman in round five Credit: Richard Pelham – The Sun

      Joe Joyce and Dubois fight for the European title Credit: Richard Pelham – The Sun
      Dubois is already the No2 ranked challenger in the WBO, behind Anthony Joshua’s mandatory Oleksandr Usyk.
      And even though he remains tight-lipped, the punching prodigy is confident his fists will do the talking and put him in line to ‘take over’ the division.
      Dubois told us: “It may not have come across but I am ferociously confident in my ability because of the work done in the gym.
      “I was a boy among men when I sparred on the GB team, I am a baby in terms of experience now in the pro game but don’t mistake my quietness for self doubt.
      “I’m not even that quiet or shy, you can’t afford to be when you are one of ten siblings and want to get fed.
      “But when it comes to boxing my approach has been strictly business.
      “Beating Nathan Gorman for the British title – in a fight a lot of people thought was going to be 50-50 – just confirmed what I already knew about my potential.
      “And seeing older targets and potential opponents lose – in very good and hard fights – only makes me more confident I can take over soon.”

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      Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr rematch could take place in Red Square in Moscow

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      MIKE TYSON and Roy Jones Jr could face off in a rematch in Red Square in Moscow.
      The pair – who have a combined age of 105 – fight tonight at the Staples Center in Los Angeles in an eight-round exhibition.

      Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr weigh in for their bout in the USCredit: USA TODAY Sports

      Moscow’s Red Square could host a Russian rematch between Mike Tyson and Roy Jones JrCredit: AFP or licensors

      Tyson ends a 15-year absence from the ring tonight in LACredit: USA TODAY Sports

      Iron Mike, 54, weighed in LIGHTER than he did for his world title win as a 20-year-old in 1986 and said he will ‘come running’ at rival Jones Jr, 51.
      But thanks to Jones Jr’s dual Russian and American citizenship, whatever the outcome of tonight’s bout, the pair could stage a sensational rematch in the East.
      Jones Jr was granted citizenship by Russian president Vladimir Putin in 2015 to help facilitate travelling into the nation for fighting and business matters.
      The US-born pound-for-pound star lends his name to a number of boxing schools in the country.

      Roy loves this country, he loves Russia, Russian history, Russian people.”
      Zolt BarnaRoy Jones Jr’s Russian manager and business partner

      And now Jones Jr’s Russian manager and business partner Zolt Barna teased a Red Square reunion for the fighting veterans.
      Barna told RT Sport: “It could happen, it could happen. Anything can happen. That would be sweet.
      “That would be an idea, to see a rematch here, Red Square.
      “Roy loves this country, he loves Russia, Russian history, Russian people, he has tremendous respect for the culture and also Russian athletes and boxers as well.

      Roy Jones Jr has Russian citizenship Credit: Triller / Instagram / @sportcenter

      “For him its very important to represent Russia as well. He’s gonna represent Russia, he’s also a Russian citizen, he’s got a school here, we’ve got one of our best friends opened a school for him.
      “He’s dividing his time between US and Russia. Eventually he wants to move here full time.”
      Jones Jr was unable to host his full camp in Russia amid the Covid-19 pandemic but has plans to return to the country after the fight.
      He previously said he felt ‘very Russian’ while attending Anthony Yarde’s fight against Sergey Kovalev in Chelyabinsk, Russia last year.

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      Watch Tyson Fury wish himself happy anniversary for Klitschko win and laugh at taking belts then ‘throwing them in bin’

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      TYSON FURY has wished himself a happy anniversary to celebrate five years since he beat Wladimir Klitschko.
      Fury claimed the WBA (super), IBF, WBO and IBO titles as he defeated Klitschko, who was 11 years unbeaten at the time, in Dusseldorf by unanimous decision in November 2015.

      Fury celebrated the five-year anniversary of his defeat of Wladimir Klitschko on Instagram

      Posting a video to his Instagram stories, the two-time heavyweight world champion shared a video commemorating his victory over the Ukrainian from the comfort of his sofa.
      Fury said: “Happy anniversary to me.
      “Five years since I battered Klitschko, the undefeated man for 11 years.
      “And it took the old bald-headed Gypsy King to go to Germany and give him a good hiding.

      “And take all of his belts and then chuck them all in the bin.
      “Very fitting really, wasn’t it?”
      Never one to miss a chance to stir the pot, Fury added: “Me Dad said and ruin his life too, get up there you big Ukrainian dosser.”
      In the aftermath of his fight with Klitschko, Fury struggled with depression and swelled to 150kg before failing a drug test and vacating his belts.

      Fury beat Klitschko via unanimous decision in November 2015

      He returned to the ring in 2018 before challenging Deontay Wilder for the WBC heavyweight title later that year.
      After a draw in their first fight, the Gypsy King completed his comeback in February 2020 with a seventh-round TKO of Wilder in their rematch to become the WBC title-holder.
      A potential trilogy fight with Wilder was scrapped last month following a dispute between the pair and Fury was instead set to fight Agit Kabayel in December, although that bout has also been axed.
      Fury now looks set to target an undisputed clash with Anthony Joshua next year, which Matchroom boss Eddie Hearn has suggested could take place in May or June. More