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    ‘He’s going to kill somebody’ – Fears for Mike Tyson, 58, in Jake Paul fight after WWE legend watches YouTuber train

    WWE legend Hulk Hogan revealed genuine fears that Jake Paul could KILL Mike Tyson in their fight. The YouTuber-turned-boxer faces the heavyweight great on November 15 in Texas in a controversial clash scrutinised for age difference.Hulk Hogan has fears for Mike Tyson in his fight with Jake PaulJake Paul is due to fight Mike Tyson on November 15Paul has started training for the bout and pro wrestling legend Hogan – real name Terry Gene Bollea – got a close up look of his preparations. And the 13-time WWE champion – speaking with Paul’s brother Logan – raised deep concerns for close friend Tyson. Hogan, 71, said: “Your brother’s too strong, bro. He’s strong. “Last night, as soon as I saw him set the guy up with the left, he kept throwing the overhand right, I was like, ‘Oh my God, he’s going to kill somebody.READ MORE IN BOXING”No, I mean really. It was scary. I love Mike to death, I don’t want him to kill Mike, Jesus.” Logan, about to record his podcast, said: “He’s like really, actually super f***ing strong. “He doesn’t look like it – maybe he does look like it a little bit- but like the weight he pushes in the gym is f***ing impressive. “No seriously, and he has a left hand now which he looks like is firing off.” Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPaul is 10-1 in his boxing career with just a 2023 decision loss to Tyson Fury’s brother Tommy, 25, blemishing his record. Tyson, 58, meanwhile retired in 2005 after two dismal defeats and years of struggles outside the ring. KSI vs Jake Paul takes new twist with veteran promoter drafted in to revive talks for £100m grudge matchBut by 2020, his life was turned around as he returned for an exhibition against Roy Jones Jr, which was nothing more than a glorified sparring session. Although his fight with Paul, 27, is a professionally-sanctioned bout with records on the line. Both will be subjected to drug testing while Tyson will have further heart and brain exams due to his age. He was forced to pull out of the initial July 20 date after suffering an ulcer flare up in his stomach. But Tyson has since insisted he is medically fit to fight in what will be Netflix’s first foray into live boxing. This is not the first time Hogan has harboured fear for Tyson and even pulled Paul up on it. Hogan told TMZ: “I’m friends with both guys. “I love Mike to death, but I was in Miami for the Formula 1 races with Jake Paul, I pulled Jake aside and said, ‘Hey brother, what’s up with this thing?’ Is this a work like wrestling, or are you guys going to really go at it? READ MORE SUN STORIES”He says, ‘I’m gonna knock him out.’ So I’m excited about it. I’m glad it is rescheduled because I don’t want any excuses. “I want both men at 100 per cent. I get a feeling this will be the fight of the century, brothers. This is going to be a good one.”Mike Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: Rex More

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    ‘Hawk Tuah’ girl Haliey Welch in career change after shock link-up with Jake Paul

    “HAWK TUAH” girl Haliey Welch has announced her next career move – as she links up with Jake Paul.Haliey became a viral sensation for a street interview she did earlier in the year where she coined her ‘Hawk Tuah’ catchphrase.Haliey Welch has linked up with Jake PaulCredit: GettyPaul has signed ‘Hawk Tuah’ girl Haliey to his Betr media companyCredit: GettyAnd she has been making the most of her internet fame by making public appearances, including at Paul’s last fight.She was a guest on the YouTuber-turned-boxer’s podcast later that night – but now she will have a show of her own. Haliey revealed she is launching her own podcast with Paul’s Betr media company.She said: “I’m so thankful to have my own podcast where you’ll discover the real Haliey Welch. READ MORE ON JAKE PAUL”I’m delighted to join the progressive team at Betr who fully gets me.”My show will have a little of everything – great guests, laughs, relationship pointers, and, of course, some down home southern charm.” Haliey became an overnight social media hit for a street interview she gave on a night out in Nashville.Content creator Tim&DeeTV asked: “What is something you do in bed that drives a man crazy every time?”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSShe then gave an X-rated description of her sexual exploits.Haliey then infamously added: “You gotta give him that ‘hawk tuah,’ and spit on that thing.”Hawk Tuah girl teases UFC move as she posts training video after being called out for fight by Astrid WettThe American has featured on several podcasts and internet shows since her viral moment.But she has also used her new-found notoriety for good having launched fundraisers for animals shelters, which she wants to continue doing.Haliey Welch became an viral sensation for her ‘hawk tuah’ interview on social mediaCredit: Twitter/x/ The Postman @officalpostmanHaliey has become a social media starCredit: instagram @hay_welchShe has featured on several internet showsCredit: instagram @hay_welchHailey Welch with Jake Paul More

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    MMA star reveals talks with Eddie Hall despite 13 STONE difference after missing out on Floyd Mayweather and KSI fight

    TYRON WOODLEY revealed wild talks to fight Eddie Hall despite their huge 13 STONE weight difference. Woodley once held the UFC welterweight title before then making a move into boxing where he was twice beaten by Jake Paul. Eddie Hall has crossed over to MMACredit: Rex FeaturesTyron Woodley says he was in talks to fight Eddie HallCredit: Getty Images – GettyFormer world’s strongest man Hall, 36, lost his boxing debut against strongman rival Hafthor Bjornsson, 35, in 2022.But he crossed over to MMA this year to defeat TikTok stars Jamil and Jamel Neffat in a crazy two-on-one bout. And despite weighing 26 stone – compared to the 13 stone of Woodley – the two were linked with a bout. Woodley, 42, told Overdogs Podcast: “I’m not down for these three-week notice fights to build somebody else’s name up.READ MORE IN MMA“You see the heavyweight dude that fought two motherf***ers at one time, 365[lbs]? “Motherf***er asked me to fight this dude on three weeks’ notice in Ireland in MMA.” Woodley’s last fight in the cage was a 2021 defeat Vicente Luque, 32, which was his fourth loss in a row. He then lost on points to YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul, 27, before getting knocked out in the rematch. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSWoodley has not fought since despite talks with KSI, 31, and boxing great Floyd Mayweather, 47. He said: “I had some guy’s b**** out. I was supposed to fight Floyd in June. It was never supposed to be [John] Gotti [III]. That fight was me originally.“I was supposed to fight KSI in January last year. He flaked out and took Dillon Danis.”Watch The Neffati Brothers’ arrogant walk on just moments before sickening KO by Eddie Hall More

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    Jake Paul so confident Mike Tyson November 15 fight will go ahead that he refuses to name backup opponent

    JAKE PAUL has revealed he DOESN’T have a replacement opponent on standby incase Mike Tyson is forced to withdraw from their fight.The pair were set to duke it out in July but their controversial clash was pushed back to November after the boxing icon suffered a medical emergency onboard a flight from Miami to LA.Jake Paul is set to throw down with Mike Tyson in NovemberCredit: EPAThe pair were due to throw down in July but the fight was rescheduled after Tyson had a medical emergencyCredit: GETTYPaul isn’t concerned about ‘Iron Mike’s’ health and doesn’t have a contingency plan in placeCredit: GETTYFormer UFC welterweight star Mike Perry stepped in to face The Problem Child and suffered a sixth-round KO loss.Paul is confident boxing legend Tyson will make their rescheduled date, so much so he’s seemingly refused to draw up a contingency plan.When pressed about Tyson’s health, the YouTube sensation told TMZ: “I don’t have concern.”He’s doing great. He’s super healthy behind the scenes and feeling great.READ MORE ON PAUL VS TYSON”So that’s what we are focusing on and there is not a back-up currently.”Paul, 27, claims he’s set to earn a whopping £30million ($40million) for his Texas tussle with Iron Mike.When asked if fighting Tyson will bring “validity” to his boxing career, Paul said: “I didn’t bring him to do s***; I’m here to make $40m and knock out a legend.”I don’t give a f*** about anything else, he’s the one who wanted it to be a pro fight and he’s going to get his ass knocked out for real.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”You’re going to see on his record; Jake Paul KOs Mike Tyson; I’m not here to do s**t except make a bag.”Every time fighters sit across from me and it’s ‘YouTuber this and Disney kid that’ and they end up on the canvas… this is going to be no different. Jake Paul stuns himself with boxing earnings to rocket up to $100m after Mike Tyson fight”I brought this deal to this old ass motherf***er, we signed the contract with Netflix and we brought him the deal.”You’re welcome, my son.”Tyson, 58, is also set to earn a pretty penny but insists it’s the feeling of having his hand raised, not the huge payday, that’s lured him back to the ring.The former undisputed heavyweight champion told Esquire: “I’m a glory junkie. I love people thinking about me all day.”I’d rather live a short life of glory than a long life of obscurity. It’s just who I am.“This is all I started fighting for—to get all this f***ing status.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’m going to be chasing it for the rest of my life. I know that.”I’m never going to get what I want, because I’m one of those gluttons for pain. I can never get enough.” More

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    Misfits Boxing 18 – Elle Brooke vs Jenny Savage: Date, start time, live stream, TV channel, full card for Newcastle show

    MISFITS Boxing returns to Newcastle for a stacked card!And Elle Brooke puts her MFB middleweight world title on the line in the main event against bare knuckle star Jenny “The Tennessee Gangster” Savage. Brooke vs Savage headlines a big show in NewcastleThe last Misfits Boxing show saw YouTuber Danny Aarons and Premier League-winning footballer Danny Simpson battle to a thrilling split draw after four rounds.Simpson – who won the title with Leicester City in 2016 – took the fight on four week’s notice and both stars called for a rematch after the controversial decision was read.This time round, Onlyfans star Brooke returns to defend her Misfits Boxing middleweight title. Elle Brooke drops Paige VanZant Brooke was last in action in May against MMA star Paige VanZant, in a fight which controversially ended in a draw despite Brooke dropping VanZant in the first round.Though in the way in Newcastle is bare knuckle star Savage in what is expected be Brooke’s toughest challenge yet.FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSWhen is Misfits Boxing 18?Misfits Boxing 18 takes place on Saturday, September 14.The event starts at 7pm with the main event of Brooke vs Savage expected at around 10.30pm.The Vertu Motors Arena in Newcastle plays host.Most read in BoxingElle Brooke and boxing mentor Ebanie BridgesCredit: GettyWhat is the full Misfits Boxing 18 card?A huge card in Newcastle also sees the inaugural Stake Pro tournament featuring Chris Avila, Benson Henderson, Idris Virgo and Fes Batista.The fighters will have their semi-finals and then the final all in the same night in the North East.Elle Brooke (c) vs Jenny Savage (MFB middleweight championship)Jully Poca (c) vs Crystal Pittman (MFB cruiserweight championship)Stake Pro tournament finalChris Avila vs Benson Henderson (Stake Pro tournament semi-final)Idris Virgo vs Fes Batista (Stake Pro tournament semi-final)Anthony Taylor vs Nahom WediJoey Knight vs Lil CracraAshley Rak-Su vs Tristan HammGeorge Stokey vs Lewis BowdenMisfits Kick-offsNikki Hru (c) vs Carla Jade (MFB women’s lightweight championship)Big Tobz vs KelzHow can I watch Misfits Boxing 18?Misfits Boxing 18 will be broadcast live on DAZN.The kick-off show will be live on DAZN’s YouTube channel beforehand from 6pm BST.What has been said?Co-president of Misfits Boxing, Kalle Sauerland, said: “Elle Brooke will show, yet again, how fearless she is in the massive main event against Jenny Savage, which headlines an undercard that is over-flowing with huge match-ups.“We’re bringing you two more female title showdowns plus it’s all about the last man standing in the first ever Stake Pro Tournament, featuring four big-hitting light heavyweights.” More

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    Geordie Shore star Aaron Chalmers in ‘violent’ career switch after announcing retirement from boxing and MMA

    AARON CHALMERS is returning to the ring – and this time the fighting will be more violent than ever.The reality TV star left the Geordie Shore house in 2017 to become a professional MMA fighter – where he amassed a 5-2 record. Aaron Chalmers is coming out of combat retirementCredit: Instagram @aaroncgshoreThe Geordie Shore star has signed for BKFCChalmers then focussed on boxing and had five bouts mixed from pro fights and crossover-style exhibitions including a contest with legend Floyd Mayweather.But after a lack of offers, combined with a personal life stresses, the 37-year-old hung up his gloves. That was until Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship – co-owned by UFC legend Conor McGregor and David Feldman – came knocking. Chalmers told SunSport: “I just gave up and then BKFC reached out, and I knew it was going to take something big to bring us back.READ MORE IN BOXING”I spoke to David a couple of times on the phone, and I was just like, ‘Ah, this is this definitely is right up my street.'”Obviously got a multi-fight contract and yeah, I think he’s got some big plans for us. So I’m excited.”It’s another one. I’ve done MMA, I’ve done boxing, I’ve done influencer boxing now into the bare-knuckle. “So I’ve kind of ticked off most of the top combat sports I could probably tick off.”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSChalmers shelved a £12,000 nose job to continue his combat career. But after taking a step back from TV work, he does not have to worry about protecting the money maker so much. Sickening moment fighter snaps ankle mid-fight before slipping it back into place as if nothing happenedHe said: “Is this any more brutal than getting elbowed in the face in MMA? “Is it more brutal than getting kicked in the face in MMA or kneed in the face? I don’t know.”I mean, there’s only one way to find out. It’s just pure violence, really, isn’t it?”I need to learn to hit and not get hit. So there’s gonna be a lot more movement than just standing there like I do in the boxing and trying to have a scrap.”My coach, he’s like, ‘I want you to be in and out.’ So that’s all well and good doing that for eight weeks in training but as soon as you get in there, it’s a totally different story.”Like I say, listen, I’m older now and they came in with a great offer that I couldn’t turn down. So I’m not really too bothered about the face.”I’m getting on now. It’s not like I’m on TV in front of all these people, so yeah, I’m just excited.”American TikToker Bryce Hall, 25, won his BKFC debut last year while YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul, 27, is also a target for Chalmers. He said: “Bryce Hall, that would be a great fight for me. Obviously, I want to get me feet in, I wanna get my toes wet in there, see what it’s like.”Maybe have one or two, and then we can start looking at people like that. “I mean, I still think if I make a big enough splash in BKFC, the fight with Jake Paul can be there.READ MORE SUN STORIES”We’ve got to make a big splash. Basically, we need to get back to back to the Bellator days, the Bamma days, where I was knocking people out cold.”That’s that’s what gets the interest. So that’s what we’re going back to.”Chalmers even faced boxing great Floyd MayweatherCredit: PAChalmers’ record was 5-2 in MMACredit: Getty Images – Getty More

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    Meet model Marta Marchena, the Prem’s newest Wag who joined on Deadline Day, loves exotic trips and shares bikini pics

    WEST HAM’S newest signing Carlos Soler is dating stunning social media star and fashion blogger Marta Marchena.Spain international Soler, 27, joined the Hammers on loan from Paris Saint-Germain on Deadline Day.Carlos Soler with partner Marta Marchena after signing for West Ham on Deadline DayCredit: GettyMarta is known for being a social media influencer, model and fashion bloggerCredit: Instagram @martamarchena3She has a substantial following of 125,000 fans on InstagramCredit: Instagram @martamarchena3Marta has shared a host of bikini pictures onlineCredit: Instagram @martamarchena3He was introduced to the fans at the London Stadium before their 3-1 defeat to Manchester City on Saturday evening.Also in attendance was Marta, 30, who watched on as her boyfriend was given a warm reception from the West Ham crowd.The Spanish influencer has made a name for herself through modelling and fashion blogging.Marta, originally from Seville, has accumulated 125,000 on Instagram.READ MORE ON WAGSShe has shared nearly 400 posts on the platform, photos ranging from her hanging out with Soler to glamour shots in bikinis.Based off her social media output, Marta also seems to be into travelling having visited places such as Milan, Florida, the Caribbean and Mexico.She has also shared pictures of her snowboarding, swimming with dolphins, and scuba diving.Back in May, Soler paid tribute to Marta with a loving post on her 30th birthday.Most read in FootballShe is originally from Seville, SpainCredit: Instagram @martamarchena3Marta has jetted off to a number of locations including Disney World Florida with SolerCredit: Instagram @martamarchena3She has also swum with dolphinsCredit: Instagram @martamarchena3Marta is also no stranger to snowboarding on the slopesCredit: Instagram @martamarchena3Scuba diving appears to be another of her hobbiesCredit: Instagram @martamarchena3He said: “My favourite person, with whom I share all my days, the one who listens to me and helps me, the one who is always there for everything, the woman with the most beautiful smile that exists turns 30 today.”Thank you for being you. Life is more beautiful by your side. The best is coming together.Meet the new Wags of the Premier League season, from a Belgian interior designer to a Portuguese model”Happy birthday, my love! 🎂❤️”Marta shared a similarly adoring post in June last year after Soler claimed the Ligue 1 title with PSG.Alongside a picture of him hugging her, she included the message: “Congratulations, my love!”Your first league and I couldn’t be more proud of you, you are so great. Always with you. ❤️”She is set to swap Paris for London following Soler’s move to West HamCredit: Instagram @martamarchena3The glamorous star will likely see a rise in her followersCredit: Instagram @martamarchena3She regularly stuns in fashionable outfitsCredit: Instagram @martamarchena3Marta is often pictured in or near the oceanCredit: Instagram @martamarchena3 More

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    Danny Simpson keeps Premier League medal after being fought to SPLIT DRAW by YouTuber Danny Aarons with rematch AGREED

    DANNY SIMPSON was fought to a split-decision draw against Danny Aarons – keeping his fresh boxing 0 and Premier League winners medal. The former Leicester star – who was part of the Foxes squad that defied 5000/1 odds to win the 2016 title – faced Aarons in Dublin. Danny Aarons and Danny Simpson fight to a drawCredit: GettyThey headlined a Misfits Boxing event in DublinCredit: GettyHe only took the bout of just over a month’s notice after TikToker Beavo was forced out injured. But after going the distance in his debut bout, Simpson is ready to do it all over again and settle the score with Aarons. He said: “I think Danny knows that I tried to jump in last minute. “Maybe I’ll get the chance to have it again with a full camp and learn to box a bit more. I’d love to come back and have the opportunity.” READ MORE IN BOXINGAarons added: “Nothing but respect for Simpson, a draw it is what it is. We’ll run it back.”In the build up to the Misfits Boxing pay-per-view, the two made a wager with Simpson putting his Prem winners medal on the line. And Aarons agreed to put up his placard earned for one million subscribers on YouTube. The pace of the fight was frantic from the get-go as both came out swinging. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAarons looked to have Simpson in trouble before the former footballer found his feet and returned fire. Simpson landed some telling jabs and had his opponent bloodied from the nose. Both landed wild shots and fought till the end with the judges unable to split them. They keep their prized possessions and unbeaten boxing record intact. Both came out swinging with the pace franticCredit: GettyBoth agreed to a rematchCredit: GettyThe pair headlined Misfits in DublinCredit: SportsfileFans could’ve done with one more roundCredit: Sportsfile More