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      I sparred Jake Paul for Mike Tyson fight… he paid so well I earned enough money to buy my first house

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      BOXER DeAndre Savage left Jake Paul’s fight camp with enough money to buy himself his first home.Savage was among a group of heavyweights selected by Paul’s coaching team in preparation for his November 15 bout against Mike Tyson.DeAndre Savage sparring Jake PaulSavage bought a house with the money made from sparringThe 34-year-old spent weeks sharing the ring with Paul in the YouTuber-turned-boxer’s Puerto Rico training base.But when he returned home he put the money made from camps with Paul, Jarrell Miller and Andy Ruiz Jr into buying a property.Savage purchased a bungalow that sits on 1.5 acres of land – coincidentally from Paul’s head trainer Theo “Third” Chambers. He told SunSport: “From sparring and being in the camp, I made good money.READ MORE IN BOXING”I made good money with Jake and I’ve been in camp with Big Baby Miller this year and I’ve been with camp with Andy Ruiz, so I just put it all together.”I just finished up camp with Jake Paul, so I just took the money that I made and I bought a house. The house is actually Third’s house.”I just figured while I got the money, I’m gonna do something with it instead of blow the money because most fighters they don’t invest in themselves and they just spend the money and blow the money.”So instead of doing that, I’m gonna invest my money into a house and I’ll be able to look at my house and be like, you know, that’s where my money went.”Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSavage was a late bloomer in the sport, only picking up the gloves aged 25 after leaving behind a career in American football. He had 28 amateur bouts before turning professional in 2021 – since amassing a 6-0 record winning all by knockout.DeAndre Savage2And after meeting with Paul’s coach Chambers in Detroit, he was recruited as a sparring partner. Paul, 27, has ten wins and only a single loss to Tommy Fury, 25, on his boxing record as Savage opened up on being inside his camp. He said: “From the outside looking in and listening to everyone else, the world is not taking Jake serious.”But Jake does work hard and he’s still a little green, so I understand the route that he’s taking.”Fighting the UFC fighters and stuff like that and people that don’t really know how to box because he’s still green.I just finished up camp with Jake Paul, so I just took the money that I made and I bought a house.DeAndre Savage “But, Jake sells out the arena, sells the tickets, he’s doing big things that some people wish that they can do and they can’t do it.”But yeah, Jake worked real hard, work real hard. He got some great moves in the ring.”Paul takes on Tyson, 58, in Texas in a clash that has been criticised due to the 30-year age gap.And even Savage is backing the ageing icon to defeat Paul. He said: “Mike Tyson is up in age. I would like to see Mike come and win again because that’s a top two, top three heavyweight ever.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I would like to see Mike Tyson win but if he don’t knock him out early, Mike’s not gonna win the fight.”If he don’t knock him out in the first two rounds, Mike ain’t gonna win the fight.”Mike Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: Rex More

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      Who is Corey Marksman and why was he forced to pull out of Jake Paul v Mike Tyson undercard boxing match?

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      AN INJURY has forced pro boxer Corey Marksman to pull out of Jake Paul v Mike Tyson’s undercard boxing match.Paul, 27, and Tyson, 58, are set to fight on Friday, November 15, 2024, along with several other undercard matches.Corey Marksman has been forced to pull out of the undercard boxing matchMarksman fighting previous opponent, Tony AguilarWho is Corey Marksman?Corey Javon Marksman, 24, is a professional boxer from Deltona, Florida.Marksman began boxing at just eight years old and since then has bagged ten wins.The orthodox boxer stands at 5’8″ and is a super lightweight fighter.Who was Corey Marksman set to fight in the Jake Paul v Mike Tyson undercard?Marksman was set to fight Canada’s Lucas Bahdi.Bhadi rose to prominence by knocking out Ashton Sylve in July 2024 after brutally stopping the stablemate of Paul.Ahead of the bout, Bahdi’s record stands at 17 wins, 0 losses and 0 draws.Why was Corey Marksman forced to pull out and who has replaced him?Marksman was forced to drop out last minute due to injury, leaving Bahdi scrambling for a new opponent.Thankfully, Armando Casamonica of Italy, with a 14-0 record, answered the call to keep the fight alive.Most read in BoxingCasamonica is the reigning Italian light-welterweight champion.He said: “It’s an immense honor to represent my family and our legacy on the biggest stage in boxing.Fans get first look of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson training camp with Iron Mike ‘looking like he’s 25 again'”Boxers dream of nights like this—fighting under the lights at AT&T Stadium, in front of millions of fans around the world, including my fans at home in Italy, on Netflix. “Thank you to MVP for this opportunity, I’m bringing everything I’ve got to this fight, and Lucas Bahdi better be ready because history meets destiny on Friday, November 15.”Who has Marksman fought before?Javier Gonzalez (2021)Marcelo Williams (2021)Osmel Mayorga (2022)Seth Basler (2022)Angel Albelo (2022)Adrian Orban (2023)Brandon Idrogo (2023)Laszlo Sandor Balogh (2023)Tony Aguilar (2024 x2)Jonathan Perez (2024)Lucas Bahdi will replace Corey MarksmanJake Paul v Mike Tyson’s match On November 15, 2024, YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul and heavyweight world champion Mike Tyson will fight at the AT&T Stadium in Texas.The pair were due to fight in July but Tyson was forced to pull out.Iron Mike suffered an ulcer flare-up in his stomach during a flight but was later passed medically fit to continue training.But he is required to undertake additional brain and heart tests due to his age with the fight to be professionally sanctioned.It will be Tyson’s first pro bout in almost 20 years – the night he retired against Kevin McBride.But he talked down any health concerns and said: “I’m just doing really well. I’m doing really well.“I’m very grateful that I’m doing well. I’m just looking forward to the fight, really looking forward to it.“Like when you think about it regardless of how old I am, this guy only has ten fights.”He only has 10 fights, if I can fight a little bit with my experience, he only has 10 f***ing fights, okay?“If I can fight 10 per cent of what I was, he only has ten fights, he couldn’t match that. And that’s being sincere. If I’m 10 per cent, he can’t match it.”Mike Tyson is a heavyweight world championJake Paul is a YouTuber-turned-boxerDespite the 31 year age gap causing quite the uproar, Paul and Tyson will fight in the officially sanctioned professional boxing contest.Paul said recently: “A lot of people are wondering ‘Jake, why are you doing this? Even if you beat him, they’re going to say he’s old’. But to me, Mike Tyson wanted to fight me.”That is an honour. He’s one of the most famous boxers in the world to ever do it. “To step in there with someone of his nature is an honour and a dream come true. It’s going to be a spectacle on Netflix.”The fight will comprise of eight two-minute rounds and six undercard matches will support the event.Who are the other Jake Paul v Mike Tyson undercards?Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano (WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, and The Ring lightweight title bout)Mario Barrios vs Abel Ramos (WBC welterweight title bout)Neeraj Goyat vs Whindersson NunesShadasia Green vs Melinda WatpoolLucas Bahdi vs Armando Casamonica Bruce Carrington vs Dana CoolwellHow do I watch the Jake Paul v Mike Tyson fight?The Paul v Tyson event can only be watched on Netflix.READ MORE SUN STORIESStreaming begins on Friday, November 15, at 8 pm ET and 5 pm PT.Viewers in the UK can watch from 1am on Saturday, November 16. More

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      Mike Tyson, 58, drops major hint on retirement decision after fight with Jake Paul, 27, on Netflix

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      MIKE TYSON has hinted that he’s open to prolonging his boxing career after his controversial bout with Jake Paul next Saturday.Tyson, 58, faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul on November 15 in a fight widely criticised over the 30-year age gap.Mike Tyson might eye another fight after he faces Jake PaulTyson and Paul go head-to-head on November 11 with the fight set to be shown on NetflixThe former undisputed heavyweight world champ ended his professional career back in 2005 when he quit on his stool against Kevin McBride.He fought in an exhibition bout against Roy Jones Jr in 2020, but shocked the world earlier this year when he agreed terms to step back into the ring once more against 27-year-old Paul.But despite health concerns leading to the fight being postponed from its initial July date, Tyson is willing to consider more fights in the future after facing Paul.When asked by talkSPORT whether he plans to fight again, he replied: “It’s a possibility.”READ MORE ON MIKE TYSONOn the types of sparring partners he’s trained with, Tyson added: “Guys that emulate Jake.”I bring some big strong guys in to help me. I got a lot of movers and a couple of big guys to pretty much go head-to-head with.”Tyson was forced to pull out of the initial July 20 date.He suffered an ulcer flare up in his stomach but has since been deemed medically fit to continue training.Most read in BoxingFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSTyson is also required to undergo additional brain and hearts checks ahead of his fight along with pre-bout drug testing alongside Paul.Paul, 27, has 10 wins and only one loss in the boxing ring, losing a 2023 split-decision to Tommy Fury, 25.Jake Paul’s own coach admitted he CAN’T beat Mike Tyson in newly emerged footage ahead of mega Netflix fightAnd British boxing great Lennox Lewis also refused to rule out a return to the ring.Lewis, 59, will have a keen eye on the controversial clash after being probed on a rematch with Iron Mike.He told TMZ: “Let’s see how he makes out in this fight, and then I’ll tell you after.”Lennox Lewis will contemplate a return to boxing to rematch Tyson More

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      Gib vs Slim – Misfits Boxing: Date, undercard, start time, TV channel and live stream for Qatar Supercard

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      ANESONGIB is making his boxing comeback to headline the Misfits Supercard in Qatar.In Gib’s way is long-time rival and current Misfits Boxing Middleweight champion Slim Albaher, with the title on the line.Gib vs Slim headlines a stacked Misfits SupercardGib’s last fight was a unanimous decision win over Jarvis back in July 2023 in the semi-finals of the Kingpyn tournament. Jarvis also returns to action on the Misfits Supercard in Qatar.While Slim has yet to lose in his seven bouts, with five impressive KOs.The Hitman was last in action in October 2023, stopping Salt Papi on the undercard of KSI vs Tommy Fury.A thrilling undercard is booked in for Gib vs Slim on the Misfits Supercard, including the boxing return of Deji.When is Gib vs Slim?Gib vs Slim takes place as part of the Misfits Supercard in Qatar on Thursday, November 28.Expect the big main event at approx 10pm GMT.The Lusail Sports Arena plays host.Gib is making his big boxing comebackCredit: Getty Images – GettyHow can I watch Gib vs Slim?The Misfits Supercard will be live on DAZN.Most read in BoxingIt will be part of the usual DAZN subscription, and not on PPV.And the show is expected to start from 6pm.Slim Albaher is defending his titleCredit: PAWhat is the full Misfits Supercard?A mega card sees Deji return to the ring against a so far mystery opponent.While Jay Swingler also makes his boxing return against former foe NichLmao in a huge rematch.AnEsonGib vs Slim AlbaherSalt Papi vs King KennyJay Swingler vs NichLmaoDeji Olatunji vs TBAJarvis vs Ben WilliamsWhat have they said?Mams Taylor, co-president of Misfits Boxing, said: “Misfits Boxing will create history, legacies will be forged and a night of crossover boxing, never to be forgotten, will play out, in Qatar next month.“Qatar: The Supercard is a ginormous event, with a gigantic main event between Gib and Slim, it’s a fight the fans have wanted for years, and it’s a feud that is dripping with bad blood.“Ever since their intense face-off in Newcastle, the fans have been waiting, in anticipation, for us to confirm the date and location for this titanic tussle.“And now we can: November 28, in Doha, Qatar, one of the biggest fights in crossover boxing history takes place, headlining a very special night of Misfits Boxing.” More

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      Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul hit by last-minute cancellation after injury blow with late change to undercard

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      AN INJURY has forced a last-minute cancellation on the undercard Jake Paul versus Mike Tyson. YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul faces heavyweight great Tyson on November 15 in Texas.Lucas Bahdi will now fight Armando CasamonicaCorey Marksman was forced to pull outCredit: @2smoovemarksmanAnd set to feature on the bill was a lightweight bout between Canada’s Lucas Bahdi and American Corey Marksman. But Marksman was forced out with just a week to go – leaving 17-0 Bahdi scrambling for a new opponent. Armando Casamonica of Italy, with a 14-0 record, answered the call to keep the fight alive. It is just the latest change in the event, which was due to take place on July 20 until Tyson was forced out amid a health precaution. READ MORE IN BOXINGIron Mike suffered an ulcer flare-up in his stomach during a flight but was later passed medically fit to continue training. But he is required to undertake additional brain and heart tests due to his age with the fight to be professionally sanctioned. It will be Tyson’s first pro bout in almost 20 YEARS – the night he retired against Kevin McBride. And he talked down any health concerns, saying: “I’m just doing really well. I’m doing really well.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“I’m very grateful that I’m doing well. I’m just looking forward to the fight, really looking forward to it.“Like when you think about it regardless of how old I am, this guy only has ten fights.Jake Paul makes training decision for Mike Tyson fight after dramatically losing TWO STONE for last fight“He only has 10 fights, if I can fight a little bit with my experience, he only has 10 f***ing fights, okay?“If I can fight 10 per cent of what I was, he only has ten fights, he couldn’t match that. And that’s being sincere. If I’m 10 per cent, he can’t match it.”Mike Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: Rex More

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      Fans get first look of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson training camp with Iron Mike ‘looking like he’s 25 again’

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      MIKE TYSON is showing shades of his prime in training to fight Jake Paul – as fans were given a first look into their training camps. The heavyweight great returns to the ring on November 15 for a controversial clash against YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul in Texas.Mike Tyson in training to fight Jake PaulCredit: Netflix Tyson has been rolling back the clock in campHead trainer Rafael Cordeiro holds the pads for TysonCredit: Netflix And the fight for the ages is to be aired on Netflix, marking the streaming services’ first foray into live boxing. The subscription giants are to release a three-part docuseries in the lead-up to the fight with fans already given a short preview of their camps. Tyson has some familiar faces helping him prepare for his first professional bout in almost 20 YEARS.MMA mastermind Rafael Cordeiro – who cornered Tyson for his exhibition comeback in 2020 – is the lead trainer.READ MORE BOXING NEWSHe is joined by Billy White, who has known Iron Mike since their teenage years having both been mentored by the great Cus D’Amato. And White claimed Tyson – who has turned 58 since filming – is showing glimpses of his brilliant best in the gym. He said: “I look at him and I see him do moves sometimes it takes me back to when he’s 25. And I look at him and I’m like, ‘Wow.’ He amazes me.”Cordeiro has the punishing job of holding the pads and body belt for boxing’s youngest heavyweight champion of all time. Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe said: “The power is unbelievable. There’s nobody like Mike, why? Because there’s nobody who’s 57 years old doing what he does.””Expect to see the same Mike Tyson, with more knowledge. The same Mike Tyson with more patience and the same Mike Tyson with the same intensity.”Jake Paul makes training decision for Mike Tyson fight after dramatically losing TWO STONE for last fightTony Brady and Andy Velcich are tasked with getting Tyson – who was 20 when he first became champ – into fighting shape. And Brady said: “The best athletes to work with are the ones that you have to pull back. As opposed to ones you have to push, you don’t have to push Mike.”Velcich added: “We have to tell Mike to take a step back and chill. That’s the difference. Mike doesn’t have an off-switch.”Tyson went eight exhibition rounds with Roy Jones Jr four years ago but his career officially ended in 2005. He quit on his stool against Kevin McBride – who also worked as a tree surgeon – but returns against Paul to put his record on the line. Although the bout will be competed over revised eight two-minute rounds – opposed to the usual three – and bigger 14oz gloves instead of 10oz. Paul, 27, has ten wins and only a single loss to Tommy Fury, 25, on his boxing record. And Theo Chambers is his head coach with former super-middleweight boxer J’Leon Love assistant in the corner. And Love said: “If Mike Tyson can knock out Jake Paul, he will. Guaranteed, bad. “But f*** that, the legend must fall. We gotta do what we gotta do.”I know what it feels like to wanna accomplish something that nobody really feels you can do. “I know what it’s like to have your back against the wall. I don’t care what nobody thinks. I think Jake is the same way.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I know Theo Chambers is the same way, just a bunch of bad asses that don’t care.”Chambers added: “As long as Jake is not intimidated by Tyson, I would hate for him to knock Mike Tyson out, but that’s just what’s gonna happen.”Jake Paul using a neck strengthening exerciseCredit: Netflix The YouTube star is based in Puerto RicoCredit: Netflix Jake Paul is 10-1 as a boxerCredit: Netflix He is expecting to KO TysonCredit: Netflix More

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      ‘I thought it was a baby’ – Mike Tyson lifts lid on infamous Hasbulla meeting when he picked up social media sensation

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      MIKE TYSON has opened up on his viral meeting with Hasbulla – admitting he thought the social media sensation was a baby. Hasbulla – who has a form of dwarfism caused by a growth hormone deficiency – was a guest on the boxing legend’s podcast in 2023. Mike Tyson thought Hasbulla was a babyCredit: The Art of WardTyson cradled Hasbulla like a babyCredit: Hotboxin with Mike TysonAnd he picked up the TikToker, cradling him like a baby and even nibbling his ear – but little did Tyson know that Hasbulla is actually an adult.He told boxing great Andre Ward: “I thought it was a baby! And then he started punching me…that’s how I am with children. “I was hugging on this guy, and he’s like 26 years old. I knew nothing at all!”Hasbulla, 22, has shot to fame for his viral videos online amassing eight million followers on Instagram. READ MORE IN BOXINGTyson spoke to unbeaten ex-world champion Ward ahead of his fight with YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul on November 15. The controversial clash has been widely slammed for the 30-YEAR age gap with Tyson returning after nearly two decades out. But Tyson said: “I don’t think I’m 58. “Do you think I feel 58 when I’m fighting these young n****** in the gym, and they’re bashing me them big strong mother*******, and I’m bashing them back.Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”He’s supposed to be the young guy, I’m supposed to be the old man, he’s going to run all…night? I think he should try it. “He’s a younger man, he should be able to handle punches from an old withering man like me. Jake Paul makes training decision for Mike Tyson fight after dramatically losing TWO STONE for last fight”Listen, you can’t compare me with other people my age because other people my age haven’t been training as long, consistently as me.”I’m just a different species of human being, I think because I’m very active in what I do. I don’t sit around and do nothing. “It’s going to be a wonderful evening, the city of Dallas is going to be entertained.”Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: Getty More

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      Jake Paul makes training decision for Mike Tyson fight after dramatically losing TWO STONE for last fight

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      JAKE PAUL has pumped the breaks on piling on the pounds for his fight against Mike Tyson. The YouTuber-turned-boxer faces the legendary Tyson on November 15 in a controversial clash scrutinised for the age difference. Coach Larry Wade helped Jake Paul lose over two stoneJake Paul had to get down to the cruiserweight limitCredit: GettyNot only will it mark Netflix’s first foray into live boxing but also Paul’s first fight at heavyweight. The two were initially due to meet on July 20 but Tyson was forced out after suffering an ulcer flare-up while on a flight. Paul had bulked up to a huge 230lb (16st 4lb) in preparation for the bout until Iron Mike was forced to withdraw. Instead, ex-UFC star-turned-bare-knuckle boxer Mike Perry, 32, stepped in as a replacement for a 200lb cruiserweight bout. READ MORE IN bSo Paul had to dramatically get down to 14st 4lb – losing over TWO STONE in just a month. He went on to win the fight after six rounds and three knockdowns but strength and conditioning coach Larry Wade admitted it took its toll. He said: “The last couple of months with Jake has been very challenging. “You go from thinking about one of the biggest fights in the world with Mike Tyson to deciding that maybe you’re not fighting at all and then kind of relaxing a bit to then find out, boom, week later you’re going to be fighting Mike Perry. Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Two different styles of fighters, two different styles of training. One in which Mike Tyson’s fighting two-minute rounds, Mike Perry’s fighting three-minute rounds which is a different kind of conditioning. “He had to go back, lock in and get some stuff done on top of the fact we had to drop a lot of weight to get there. Definitely took a team effort.”Tyson shows off incredible one-year body transformation for Jake Paul fight Paul, 27, will now fight Tyson, 58, this month but will not go up in weight as much as he did earlier in the year. Wade revealed: “He needed a break so we took a month off, got right back into it and now we’re getting ready for Mike. “We’re not as heavy as we were before which is a plus for us. I didn’t want us to go back up but you can guarantee he’s going to be ready fight night.”Jake Paul training to fight Mike TysonCredit: Youtube / Most Valuable PromotionsHe is not planning to pile on as much weight this time aroundCredit: Youtube / Most Valuable Promotions More