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      Ex-Man Utd star and Premier League winner’s boxing debut REVEALED as he joins KSI Misfits card

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      PREMIER LEAGUE winner Danny Simpson is set for his boxing debut after joining KSI’s Misfits league. As first revealed by SunSport, the former Manchester United and Leicester star has been in talks for his first bout. Alan Smith, Cristiano Ronaldo, Nani, Danny Simpson and Jonny Evans in 2007Credit: GettySimpson won the Premier League with LeicesterCredit: Getty Images – GettyHe has since retired from footballCredit: Richard WalkerAnd it has now been announced that he will take on YouTuber Danny Aarons on August 31 in Dublin. Aarons was due to fight TikToker Brandon “Beavo” Beavis – known for filming himself swallowing food whole. But Beavis pulled out with an injury allowing Simpson to step in as replacement. YouTuber-turned-boxer KSI and music mogul Mams Taylor co-founded the Misfits platform as a home to celeb-style crossover bouts.READ MORE IN BOXINGAnd promoter Taylor talked up the possibility of welcoming footballers into the Misfits scene.Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney admitted he was even in talks to do so – before turning it down to focus on management.But his former United team-mate Simpson becomes the first to take the step into the ring. The event was due to be headlined by KSI – until hand injury also forced him to withdraw. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSInstead, KSI will perform to the sold-out 3Arena crowd with a new main-event to be announced. Simpson, 37, recently confirmed his retirement from football to now focus on his first fight. Jake Paul reveals stunning three-fight plan including Tommy Fury rematch before shock cruiserweight WORLD TITLE shotAs of last year, he was training with non-league Macclesfield while also returning to United to work on his coaching badges.He is a regular on MUTV having come through their academy before spending four years there as a professional between 2006–2010.In that period under the great Sir Alex Ferguson, the full-back only made eight appearances and spent time out on loan.But Simpson was part of the famous Leicester side that beat 5,000-1 odds to win the Premier League title in 2016.The defender was playing for Bristol City until his contract was ripped up by mutual consent in March 2022.Misfits have had stars from the social media, MMA and boxing world compete on their showsAnd Simpson will not be the first to trade the pitch for the ring.Curtis Woodhouse played in the Prem but switched to boxing in 2006 despite having no amateur background.He had 31 pro bouts – even winning the English and British light-welterweight titles – while playing football part-time.Footballers-turned-boxers Woodhouse’s last fight was in 2017 beating renowned and celebrated journeyman Lewis van Poetsch.Leon McKenzie was another to have played in the English top-flight for the likes of Crystal Palace and Norwich.McKenzie is the son of British and European title holder Clinton and nephew of three-time world champ Duke.So after his playing days stopped in 2013, he also moved into boxing making his super-middleweight debut that year.McKenzie amassed a record of eight wins, two losses and one draw before hanging up the gloves in 2017 aged 39.Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing currently have former Accrington Stanley midfielder Paddy Lacey signed.Lacey still plays for Welsh top-tier side Flint Town United but is 10-0 as a middleweight boxer.Despite the successful switches – it does not work out for everyone.Rio Ferdinand infamously tried to turn pro aged 39 but was denied a British Boxing Board of Control licence in 2018.Ferdinand’s former team-mates Wes Brown and Simpson both train at the same Punchline Boxing Gym in Macclesfield.READ MORE SUN STORIESSimpson has been in boxing training as far back as 2020 with his eyes on a debut bout. More

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      Tyson Fury makes shock prediction for Mike Tyson, 58, vs Jake Paul, 27, ahead of controversial boxing fight

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      TYSON FURY has given his official prediction for Mike Tyson’s showdown with Jake Paul.The former undisputed heavyweight champion will lace up his gloves again this November for a controversial crossover clash with the YouTuber-turned-boxer.Mike Tyson throws down with Jake Paul in a controversial crossover clash in NovemberCredit: AFPBoxing fans are fearing for Iron Mike’s safety in the Texas tussleCredit: EPATyson Fury has tipped Tyson to roll back the years and KO ‘The Problem Child’Tyson will be a whopping 31 YEARS Paul’s senior when they trade blows in their Dallas dust-up and fight fans around the world are concerned for the icon.But his namesake, Fury, seemingly has every faith he’ll shock the world and teach The Problem Child a lesson.The Gypsy King said: “Listen, if Mike Tyson hits anybody, I don’t care if he’s 90, he’s gonna knock them out cold, in’t he?”Obviously I have to back Mike Tyson. I’m named after the legend and I’ll back him.READ MORE ON TYSON VS PAUL”As he always backs me I’m backing Mike for the knockout. Come on, Mike!”Tyson, 58, hasn’t set foot inside the ring since his Covid clash with fellow boxing icon Roy Jones Jr.Iron Mike looked like a shell of the man who struck fear into the hearts of heavyweights in the 1980s and ’90s.But he’s confident of rolling back the years against Paul, who he insists WON’T be able to hurt him.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Can I be honest?” Tyson asked his team while taking part in an interview with Esquire. “I don’t think he can hurt me.”Despite not having fought professionally since his 2005 defeat to Kevin McBride, Tyson is adamant he’s still got enough in the tank to get the better of Paul.Mike Tyson breaks silence on Jake Paul vs Mike PerryThe New Yorker said: “He’s not going to hit me with the jab.”Fight fans around the world are wondering why Tyson, who is fast approaching pensioner age, is putting his health at risk against the hard-hitting Paul.But Tyson insists the addictive feeling of having his hand raised, not money, is the primary motivator for his latest ring return.“I’m a glory junkie,” the former ‘Baddest Man on the Planet’ said. “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.”Mike Tyson is adamant he’ll do a number on Jake PaulCredit: Reuters More

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      Fans all think Jack Grealish’s girlfriend Sasha Attwood is ‘glowing’ as she shows off growing baby bump in sweet pics

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      SASHA ATTWOOD won a Treble of her own as Jack Grealish’s girlfriend showed her baby bump in radiant pictures.The fashion model picked up three quick “glowing” compliments amid an outpouring of praise for her latest blissful-looking snaps.Sasha Attwood dressed comfortably but stylishlyOne fan said her ‘beauty makes the eye see more light’Credit: Instagram @sasha__rebeccaSasha and partner Jack Grealish announced her pregnancy last monthCredit: Not known, clear with picture deskThe couple have been together for many yearsCredit: Instagram @sasha__rebeccaThe couple, both 28, have reportedly been dating since they were teenagers and announced last month they are expecting their first child.Sasha has now shared photos of herself outside in the sun with a dreamy expression and gentle smile, wearing a sleeveless cardigan open at the bottom to reveal her growing tummy.The influencer held a drink she called “iced coffee to go” and explained her matching white top with black stripes and a matching skirt were from PrettyLittleThing.Her partner’s team Manchester City scooped the Treble two seasons ago – winning the Premier League, FA Cup and their first-ever Champions League crown.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLGrealish was in full flow then but was less fortunate during the last campaign.The playmaking wideman lost his regular place for Pep Guardiola’s men as they made it four Prem titles in a row.But the biggest single blow was missing out in a spot in England’s squad for Euro 2024.However, it all seems so different in Grealish’s personal life.Most read in FootballGrealish and Sasha say the pregnancy is a ‘blessing’Credit: InstagramSasha, in particular, has been beaming in her social media pics since they both went on Instagram in July to reveal her pregnancy.This time she looked more contented than ever as she closed her eyes and displayed a very noticeable baby bump.As the sun dappled on her face, one of Sasha’s 304,000 Instagram followers responded: “Your beauty makes the eye see more light”.Three other admirers dished out exactly the same one-word verdict of “glowing” within an hour of her post.And as she closed her eyes with a twinkle as she turned her head upwards, “radiant” went from over-used to understated.Certainly her followers thought so.They called her “the prettiest” as well as “gorgeous” and “so beautiful”.Meanwhile, a more casual message might have brought her back down to earth with “Lots of love for u & your bumpy”.She has continued to regularly post snaps onlineCredit: InstagramSasha is posing in outfits as elegant as everCredit: InstagramShe confirmed she was expecting with a social media post in JulyCredit: InstagramSasha is a model for PrettyLittleThing and also an influencerCredit: Splash More

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      Fans say Apollonia Llewellyn ‘absolutely sensational in leather’ as ring girl puts on busty display in all-red outfit

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      APOLLONIA LLEWELLYN made it an extra-special “red leather day” for her fans – as she returned to her sporting roots.The boxing ring girl was all in leather with a low-cut scarlet top and matching trousers at home-town football team Barnsley.Could there be a better view – than gazing out at at Barnsley’s pitch?Credit: Instagram / apolloniallewellynGlobetrotter Apollonia was back to visit her local EFL teamCredit: Instagram / apolloniallewellynFans were delighted to see Barnsley’s latest pre-season captureCredit: Instagram / apolloniallewellynThe ring girl looks striking on the eve of the new football seasonCredit: Instagram / @apolloniallewellynApollonia says it felt like she’s never been away.And in turn admirers claim it looks likes she’s never been she’s never been more “sensational”.The model’s army of social media followers are more used to glamour snaps from the USA or at holiday resorts such as the Greek coast.And it’s true she stood out from the crowd again with her outfit at Oakwell – topped off by a short black jacket and Chanel handbag.READ MORE TOP STORIESBut Apollonia, 24, is glad to be back in England – perhaps to catch the finest weather of the summer, just a week before the EFL season kicks off.Third-tier Barnsley open their campaign at home to Mansfield on Friday.And ahead of the Tykes entertaining the Stags, fans reckon Apollonia looked staggering as she entertained them. She captioned her glowing snaps from Oakwell: “Back like I never left.”Most read in Boxing “Absolutely sensational in leather,” responded one observer.”Barnsley’s most glamorous fan I bet!” suggested another.Apollonia Llewellyn dubbed ‘the hottest woman on earth’ as she shares series of busty snaps from incredible holiday Similar reactions included: “Wowwwww”… “Spectacular”… Beautiful girl”… and “stunning”.In fact, one fan appeared more Apollonia-engrossed than football-focused as he asked:  “While we are watching you. Who are you watching?”And on the eve of the new season, another enthusiast believes her appearance at Oakwell has guaranteed a home win of one kind or another.Assessing Apollonia’s pics, he sounded more like a boxing judge than a football referee as he declared: “Game over!”A glimpse into Apollonia’s colourful life…Apollonia burst out of this bikini as she drank her ‘morning juice’Credit: INSTAGRAMConor McGregor was among fans who enjoyed this see-through outfitCredit: INSTAGRAMThousands of Apollonia’s fans enjoyed the view on the ring girl’s holiday to New YorkCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia braved the snow in the Lake DistrictCredit: InstagramApollonia really enjoyed this bowl of pasta on her summer holiday to SantoriniCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia invited fans to ‘sit and stare’ at this picture, and thousands took her up on the invitationCredit: INSTAGRAMFans were worried Apollonia’s top had shrunk in the wash as she enjoyed this hearty breakfastCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia’s followers were in awe of the stunner’s new hairdo as she wowed in a tiny yellow bikiniCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia sent a cheeky message to her fans as she posed in this glamorous see-through numberCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia told fans ‘no caption needed’ as she squeezed into this skin-tight see-through playsuitCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia revealed he ‘idea of happiness’ is being ‘wind swept on the beach’ with this busty snapCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia left very little to the imagination as she ‘brightened fans’ Mondays’ in a skimpy wet T-shirtCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia shot to recognition as a member of the Misfits Boxing fight night teamShe has garnered her a huge social media presenceCredit: INSTAGRAM @apolloniallewellynApollonia has over 570,000 Instagram followersCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynShe has turned down a staggering £100,000 to pose nude beforeCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn More

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      Premier League boss finds love with model Lucy Pinder after ‘besotted’ couple are spotted at football function

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      PREMIER League boss Russell Martin has found love with former glamour model Lucy Pinder.The Southampton manager is said to be besotted with the 40-year-old — who is a die-hard Saints fan.Premier League boss Russell Martin has found love with Lucy PinderCredit: PAFormer glamour model Lucy and the Southampton manager are said to be ‘besotted’Credit: PAThe couple have grown close in recent months but were out together this week when the football coach was given an honorary degree by Brighton University.They also turned heads at a Sky Sports social function, with pals saying they are “smitten”.A source said: “They’re a match made in heaven — or at least in Southampton.“They’re mad for each other.”READ MORE IN SHOWBIZRuss, 38, is plotting his side’s return to Premier League action after May’s win in the Championship play-off final.And he has been coming to terms with the end of his marriage to Jasmine, the mother of his three children.The split rocked Russell, who throughout his football career talked proudly of his fitness model missus, calling her a “supermum”.In 2018, he said of her: “To achieve what she has with three little ones is amazing.”Most read in FootballThe couple split last year. Since then he has been comforted by Lucy and gradually the duo have forged an unshakeable bond.A source said: “There was no crossover. Russ’s marriage ended and he was glum. It was all about looking after the kids and making sure they were OK.Inside Russell Martin’s amazing journey from living at bookies with an abusive dad to Premier League manager“But amid the grief, as he threw himself into work, Russ grew intimate with Lucy.“She is a regular face at Southampton functions and is always around the club as a die-hard fan.“Over the weeks and months their friendship grew into something more.”Pin-up Lucy, now a TV personality, shot to fame as a glamour model in the early 2000s after she was spotted on Bournemouth beach by a photographer.She went on to become a regular in now-defunct lads’ magazines Nuts, FHM and Loaded and has been in several movies — debuting in 2012 in Strippers vs Werewolves — and appeared on Celebrity Big Brother.Russell declined to comment.Pin-up Lucy shot to fame as a glamour model in the early 2000sCredit: PA:Press Association More

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      Giant 22st heavyweight legend calls out Jake Paul for £1.5million winner-takes-all fight ahead of Mike Tyson showdown

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      JAKE PAUL has been called out to a £1.5million winner-takes-all fight by boxing legend Butterbean. Butterbean – real name Eric Esch – became a fans’ favourite during the 1990s for his run of knockouts. Butterbean called out Jake Paul to a £1.5m fightCredit: GettyButterbean – real name Eric Esch – lost a stunning amount of weightCredit: https://www.instagram.com/butterbeanboxer/Now he wants to fight YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake PaulCredit: RexDuring the height of his career he weighed as much as 36 STONE and only ever went past the fourth round once – against the great Larry Holmes. His last boxing bout was in 2013 but Butterbean has teased a comeback in recent years having lost a stunning 14 STONE. And YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul is his target opponent as he laid down his latest challenge. Butterbean, 57, said on TikTok: “Hey Jake Paul, would you fight me for $2m [£1.5m]? Winner takes all.”READ MORE IN BOXINGThe American had over 100 fights across boxing, kickboxing and MMA while even having a run in pro wrestling. Butterbean lost the huge amount of weight after starring in a TV show alongside former wrestler Diamond Dallas Page. He had 91 boxing bouts – over EIGHT TIMES the amount of 10-1 Paul. The social media sensation’s only loss came in 2023 against Tyson Fury’s brother Tommy, 25, in Saudi Arabia. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPaul, 27, has won four since most recently stopping ex-UFC star and bare-knuckle boxer Mike Perry, 32, in six rounds. Perry had filled in for Mike Tyson after the heavyweight legend, 58, pulled out amid a health precaution. But Tyson’s controversial clash with Paul is now rescheduled for November 15 in Texas. Jake Paul is going to Paris Olympics after bursting onto boxing scene with just one defeat on pro record More

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      Inside Jake Paul’s gruelling race to lose over TWO STONE in weight after cancellation of Mike Tyson fight

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      JAKE PAUL was left in a race to lose over TWO STONE after his fight with Mike Tyson got cancelled. The YouTuber-turned-boxer was due to make his heavyweight debut against Tyson on July 20. Coach Larry Wade helped Jake Paul lose over two stonePaul got down to the cruiserweight limitCredit: GettyAnd he bulked all the way up to 238lb – the equivalent of 17 STONE – in training for the controversial clash. But disaster struck when Tyson, 58, was forced to pull out amid a health precaution with the bout rescheduled to November 15. Paul, 27, chose to instead fight replacement Mike Perry, 32, at the 200lb cruiserweight limit of 14st 4lb. It left him and strength and conditioning coach Larry Wade with the task of shifting the huge amount of weight with only five weeks to spare. READ MORE IN BOXINGWade told Most Valuable Promotions: “Jake had got up to around 238lb. “And we were looking at five weeks and I asked him what weight class, I was like, ‘Are we gonna be 210 maybe?’ “And he was like, ‘200.’ So we had to lose 38lbs in five weeks. We lost 38lb in five weeks.” Paul dropped Perry three times on the way to a sixth-round stoppage and moves onto his postponed bout with Tyson. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd Wade opened up on how he got the American down to the cruiserweight limit in just over a month’s time. He said: “The entire training changed. “From bulking up and getting more muscle and getting stronger to leaning out, trying to lose some fat and at the same time a little muscle because it’s hard to separate the two. “We got to the finish line and that’s what true professionals know how to do.” Jake Paul reveals stunning three-fight plan including Tommy Fury rematch before shock cruiserweight WORLD TITLE shot More

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      Jake Paul reveals stunning three-fight plan including Tommy Fury rematch before shock cruiserweight WORLD TITLE shot

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      JAKE PAUL has a rematch with Tommy Fury and a cruiserweight world title shot in his lofty boxing ambitions.The YouTuber-turned-prizefighter moved to 10-1 after victory over ex-UFC star and bare-knuckle boxer Mike Perry. Jake Paul beat Mike Perry and has already set his sights on a juicy rematchCredit: Esther Lin/MVP

      Tommy Fury has been called out to a rematch by Jake PaulCredit: AlamyAnd the two agreed to rematch in the MMA cage – but only after Paul sets his sights on Mike Tyson, UFC champ Alex Pereira and Fury. He said on his podcast: “I want Tyson, I want Alex Pereira, want Tommy Fury rematch and then I want to go for the cruiserweight belt. “But somewhere in there definitely MMA would be f***ing fun. I just need six months I think to do a proper camp.” Paul, 27, was initially due to face Tyson, 58, on July 20 but the boxing icon pulled out amid a health precaution. READ MORE IN BOXINGPerry, 32, instead stepped in and Paul’s controversial clash with Tyson has since been rescheduled to November 15. After defeating Paul in six rounds after three knockdowns, he called out UFC light-heavyweight champ Pereira, 37. The Brazilian ex-kickboxer posted on social media that he was considering a boxing switch after being encouraged by Anthony Joshua, 34. Fury, 25, meanwhile is the only to have beaten Paul, via split-decision in their February 2023 celebrity grudge match in Saudi Arabia. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe then beat Paul’s arch rival KSI, 31, in a disputed six-round decision in October but has not returned since after having hand surgery. American Paul will fly out to Paris to support the USA Olympic boxing team before starting preparations for his fight against Iron Mike Tyson. Jake Paul is going to Paris Olympics after bursting onto boxing scene with just one defeat on pro record More