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    Inside Conor Benn’s glitzy life, from influencer wife to incredible car collection featuring £110k ‘weekend car’ Porsche

    CONOR BENN is on the brink of a career-high payday against Chris Eubank Jr – in a fight sure to boost his already glitzy life. The born rivals renew their family drama at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium 35 year after their dads’ first showdown.Chris Eubank Jr facing off with Conor BennCredit: GettyBenn will go to middleweight for the first timeCredit: PABenn with his wife VictoriaThe unbeaten boxer has a love for fast carsThe bruising showdown will be contested at the 160lb middleweight limit – three years after their initial bout was dramatically axed just days before the opening bell.Benn failed two drug tests after testing positive for clomiphene – a substance known to boost levels of testosterone.The son of legendary Nigel Benn vowed to fight his innocence and even headed Stateside – where he racked up two wins at the light-middleweight limit.Benn’s UK Anti-Doping case was later dropped – which allowed him to box in Britain once more while Eubank Jr waited in the wings.READ MORE IN boxing With his own dad being boxing royalty, Benn is no stranger to a luxurious lifestyle,And here, SunSport takes a look at Benn’s charmed life…Living in the fast lane Over the years, he has splashed his cash on an amazing set of motors, including his pride and joy – a Rolls-Royce Wraith worth £260,000.After beating knocking out Chris Algieri in 2021, he was spotted with a £125,000 Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG wrapped in gold.Most read in BoxingThe same year, Benn added a stunning £110,000 Porsche 911 Carrera 4S – just like his dad who had a Porsche 911 in the 1990s.It has a personalised licence plate – ‘K013ENN’ – and Benn boasts how it’s his “weekend car.”A gold-wrapped Mercedes-Benz S63 AMG worth £125k is part of Benn’s fleetBenn also splashed the cash on a beautiful Porsche 911Family Guy Benn is married to wife Victoria and they share two children, son Eli and daughter Idony Susanna. The pair began dating in 2017, before tying the knot year later in a private ceremony.She is an author, having written the book Feeling It All which helps kids cope with emotions.Victoria also shares big brand deals on her Instagram page – where she has over 27,000 followers and has her own YouTube channel. In her videos, she take viewers behind the scenes of her boxing star husband’s career.Victoria and Conor welcomed their first child together in 2021, son Eli and daughter Idony Susanna followed last year. Victoria has been married to Benn since 2018Victoria is an influencer and authorThey share a son and daughter togetherFlying privateNot only does Benn travel in style on the road – he does so in the air too. The son of legend Nigel showed off a private jet that took him and a crew to Philadelphia for a DAZN fight night.They then headed to Miami on the US trip and captioned the snap: “PHILLY nights with the team, now on to MIA.”The snaps of his trip left a sour tase in wife Victoria’s mouth who was left at home with the kids.Read More on The SunAmusingly, she commented on the snap: “Meanwhile, Idony just threw up on me 🤣”.Benn completed his training camp to fight Eubank in Majorca – and travelled back to London in a private jet with his team and family. Benn enjoys the use of a private jet when he’s workingCredit: instagram @conorbennofficialBenn was joined by Eddie Hearn on board flights to Philadelphia and MiamiCredit: instagram @conorbennofficialBenn travelled from Majorca to London via private jetBenn enjoyed a sunny training camp in Majorca More

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    Jake Paul in line for shock world title fight after Julio Cesar Chavez Jr bout

    JAKE PAUL can fight his way to a shock world title shot if he beats Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. The YouTuber-turned-boxer returns to the ring on June 28 in Anaheim, California against Chavez Jr. Jake Paul returns on June 28 for the first time since beating Mike TysonCredit: GettyJulio Cesar Chavez Jr will be Jake Paul’s next opponentCredit: Esther Lin/MVPOn the undercard, WBA and WBO champion Gilberto Ramirez faces Yuniel Dorticos. And Ramirez’s promoter Oscar de la Hoya sensationally opened the door to Paul challenging for the cruiserweight titles. He told BoxingScene: “I can see it, I can see it. We didn’t really plan for this, but the fact you have ‘Zurdo’ with the two world titles… “The winners fight? Who knows? Maybe that’s [Paul’s] path to the world title. We’ll see.”READ MORE IN BOXINGPaul returns for the first time since his controversial November fight against Mike Tyson – who came out of retirement aged 58. He won over eight rounds with over 100 MILLION watching on Netflix despite the scrutiny surrounding the event. Paul, 28, is now 11-1 with his only defeat coming via split-decision to Tommy Fury, 25, in February 2023. Chavez meanwhile is the son of Mexican boxing great Julio Cesar Sr. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSSon Jr held the WBC middleweight world title for three defences from 2011-2012. He also went the distance in a pay-per-view points loss to Canelo Alvarez in 2017 and has suffered inconsistent for since.Chavez lost an embarrassing decision to UFC great Anderson Silva, 50, in 2021, a year after Paul beat the Brazilian himself.But Chavez has bounced back with two victories since – most recently on Paul’s undercard against ex-UFC star Uriah Hall last July.And De La Hoya added: “Chavez is a real fight. “I believe he is a real threat to Jake Paul, and I’m glad and happy that Jake Paul stepped up to fight Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. It’s not an easy fight.”Chavez lost to Canelo Alvarez in 2017Credit: Getty Images – Getty More

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    Tommy Fury looks gigantic in new training pics as stunned fans say ‘looking lean and mean’ ahead of boxing return

    TOMMY FURY is already “looking lean and mean” ahead of his boxing return.The 2019 Love Island star announced his comeback fight is set for May 9 in Budapest – with an opponent yet to be confirmed. Tommy Fury in training for his return fightCredit: Instagram / tommyfuryFury showed off his hulking frameCredit: Instagram / tommyfuryAnd Fury is already preparing for the bout, showing off his hulking frame with the caption: “Training camp week 1.” Fans flooded the 25-year-old’s comment section, with one saying: “Looking impressive.”Another added: “Looking lean and mean.”One hailed: “BEAST.”READ MORE IN BOXINGAnother said: “Looking good Tommy.”Fury beat YouTube’s biggest boxing stars in Jake Paul and KSI in 2023 – but has not returned since.He had hand surgery last year and was due to face MMA fighter-turned-boxer Darren Till in January.But he pulled out after the former UFC middleweight threatened to KICK him in the head.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSIt led to speculation over Fury’s future in boxing – but he took to social media to announce his comeback fight in Hungary.And older brother Roman – who is 4-0 himself – is due to feature on the undercard despite neither of their opponents being confirmed.Fury beat Paul, 28, via split-decision in Saudi Arabia in February 2023 and then took a controversial points win over KSI, 31, in the October. He remains linked with rematches against the pair ahead of his return. Jake Paul was beaten by Fury in Saudi ArabiaCredit: GettyFury also beat KSI on pointsCredit: Getty More

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    ‘Is he OK?’ – Fans fear for Butterbean as worrying footage of 58-year-old boxing icon’s ring return emerges

    FANS voiced concern for boxing legend Butterbean after he made a return to the wrestling ring. The American – real name Eric Esch – became a star in the 1990s and early 2000s thanks to his knockout power and 26 STONE frame. Butterbean made a return to the wrestling ringCredit: X @GPWProductionsBut fans voiced their concern for the 58-year-oldCredit: X @GPWProductionsButterbean has fought in boxing, MMA, kickboxing and wrestlingHe appeared to struggle in his return matchAnd he also ventured into kickboxing, MMA and professional wrestling – even having a stint in the WWE. Butterbean’s last fight was in 2013, a boxing bout he lost to Kirk Lawton in Australia. But in retirement, Butterbean has dramatically transformed his body and lost an incredible 16 stone with the help of wrestler Diamond Dallas Page. And Butterbean actually returned to the wrestling ring for a match against Minoru Suzuki in Las Vegas.READ MORE IN boxing But he appeared to labour through the match, struggling to get to the canvas and out of the ring with Suzuki seemingly taking it easy on Butterbean. And at 58, fans had fear for Butterbean as one said: “What the hell is going on.”Another added: “In the immortal words of Johnny Knoxville: ‘Is Butterbean ok?'”But one argued: “Look, I don’t even care if the match was any good. Most read in Boxing”Just being able to see Butterbean be able to move around and do something is pretty great.”Another said: “People can s*** on the match, and rightfully so. “But it’s great to see Butterbean being able to at least do something and move around.”Butterbean has called out YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul and Mike Tyson after his weight loss. The famed puncher used yoga and dietary changes to go from wheelchair bound to wrestling again. Butterbean weighed 26 stone during his boxing careerCredit: GettyBut he lost 16 stone in retirementCredit: https://www.instagram.com/butterbeanboxer/ More

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    Jake Paul announces next fight against ex-world champion and vows to knock out man ‘Canelo Alvarez could barely beat’

    JAKE PAUL has announced he will fight former world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr next.The YouTuber-turned-boxer will return for the first time since his controversial bout against Mike Tyson.Jake Paul has announced his boxing returnCredit: GettyAnd he will face former WBC middleweight world champion Chavez Jr – son of one of Mexico’s most celebrated fighters – on June 28 in California.Paul, 28, posted: “Five years ago, I stepped into the ring for my pro debut after 1 amateur fight, and every fight since has been a step towards becoming world champion. “I just defeated the baddest man on the planet and broke multiple records, and now I’m going against a former world champion with 54 wins who Canelo could barely beat. “Chávez Jr. is Mexican, but I, El Gallo De Dorado, mexi-CAN knock him tf out. READ MORE IN BOXING”On Saturday, June 28, live on DAZN pay-per-view, I will defeat Julio and make Chávez Sr. proud in ways Jr. never has. Viva La Puerto Rico.” The bout will be contested at the 200lb cruiserweight limit, over ten rounds, on DAZN PPV at the Honda Center in Anaheim. Paul’s only defeat in the ring came via split-decision against Tommy Fury, 25, in February 2023 in Saudi Arabia.But he has won five since, most recently up at heavyweight against Tyson – who came out of retirement aged 58 for his first pro fight in 20 YEARS.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSPaul won on points with over 100 MILLION watching on Netflix – in what was the streaming service’s first live boxing event.But now the American will drop back down to the 200lb cruiserweight limit to face Chavez. The Mexican – son of the legendary Chavez Sr – held the middleweight title for three defences from 2011-2012 including a win over Andy Lee.He also went the distance in a pay-per-view points loss to Canelo Alvarez in 2017 and has suffered inconsistent for since. Chavez lost an embarrassing decision to UFC great Anderson Silva, 50, in 2021, a year after Paul beat the Brazilian himself.But Chavez has bounced back with two victories since – most recently on Paul’s undercard against ex-UFC star Uriah Hall last July. He has been linked with fighting Paul for three years now – with talks dating back to 2021.I just defeated the baddest man on the planet and broke multiple records, and now I’m going against a former world champion with 54 wins who Canelo could barely beat. Jake Paul Chavez – who claimed he turned down around $3million (£2.3m) – said he would RETIRE from boxing if he lost to Paul.He again called out the social media sensation last summer – with WBA president Gilberto Mendoza stating he would sanction the fight for a belt. But Paul talked down the bout with Chavez and any token title – stating he wanted a “tougher fight”. He was in talks to face Canelo, 34, in May in Las Vegas with the two close to announcing a shock bout. But Canelo walked away at the last minute to instead sign a four-fight deal with Saudi Arabia’s Turki Alalshikh.Paul’s camp then began negotiating for an exhibition against WBA lightweight champ Gervonta Davis – despite the SIX STONE weight difference.Read More on The SunBut Davis, 30, is set to rematch Lamont Roach, 29, in the summer following their controversial March draw. So Paul went back to the well to fight 54–6–1-1 veteran Chavez.Julio Cesar Chavez Jr will be Jake Paul’s next opponentCredit: Esther Lin/MVPChavez Jr lost to Canelo in 2017Credit: Getty Images – Getty More

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    Jake Paul ‘to fight former world boxing champion and son of ring legend’ next in shock broadcasting deal

    JAKE PAUL is set to face a former boxing world champion as part of a shock broadcasting deal the next time he steps into the ring.Paul, 28, has an 11-1 record fighting against a variety of opponents ranging from retired world champions and influencers to converted MMA fighters.Jake Paul has reportedly lined up his next boxing opponentCredit: GettyHe is reportedly set to take on former WBC middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.Credit: AP:Associated PressHowever, “The Problem Child” is now set to square off with former boxing world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr, according to Ring Magazine.Chavez, 39, is the former WBC middleweight world title – a title he held across five fights from January 2011 to September 2012.Last summer Chavez returned from a three-year boxing absence to beat Uriah Hall on Paul’s undercard.His overall record in the ring stands at 54 wins, six defeats and one draw.READ MORE IN BOXINGAll six of his defeats have come after 2012, with his stunning record before that giving him a 46-0-1 record.Chavez is, of course, also the son of legendary three-weight champion Julio César Chávez.Paul had been closing in on a deal to fight Canelo Alvarez last month, before that deal collapsed.But the main shock of the fight is the potential media partner.Most read in BoxingBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKPaul’s next fight will NOT be broadcast on streaming giant Netflix.The YouTuber-turned-boxer’s last fight against Mike Tyson last year was broadcast on Netflix, bringing in an estimated 108 million viewers worldwide to make it the most-streamed sporting event in history.Shocking moment Jake Paul drops 20 stone heavyweight as fans say he would ‘end Anthony Joshua’s career’ More

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    ‘World’s most controversial Wag’ goes topless and shows off major sideboob leaving fans in shock

    CONTROVERSIAL Wag Wanda Nara took social media by storm once more with her latest raunchy snap.This time Wanda, 38, posed topless on her bed in an image that left very little to imagination.Wanda Nara took social media by storm with a topless snapThis is not the first time Wanda shares raunchy contentWanda took social media by stormWanda is undergoing divorce proceedings with husband Mauro IcardiThe Argentine – previously dubbed the world’s most controversial Wag – shares a raft of glam pics across social media and this one attracted a staggering 135,000 likes.Wanda posted the following caption on Instagram: “Changing up the game.”The social media model and football agent’s 17.5million followers were left in awe as they flooded the comments section.One fan commented: “Beautiful.”Read More on FootballAnother posted: “Amazing.”A third wrote: “Awesome.”This fan said: “Ridiculous.”And that one gushed: “Wonderful.”Most read in FootballHer revealing post comes after Wanda split with Galatasaray star Mauro Icardi in July after a controversial and turbulent 11-year relationship.Their tense relationship started making headlines immediately after it started back in 2013 when she ditched Icardi’s former team-mate and close friend Maxi Lopez in favour of the striker.Wanda Nara flaunts curves in tiny black bikini as she shows off new short hair and fans call her ‘too perfect’Their marriage, which began in 2014, seemed to have ended in 2021 when Wanda apparently confessed to splitting up with her husband.Wanda, who at one stage acted as Icardi’s agent, seemed to accuse the Argentina international of cheating on her in an explosive social media post.The pair ultimately tried to make things work but Wanda ended up asking for a divorce last summer.And the two are now in the middle of divorce proceedings.Scroll down for more from Wanda NaraWanda decided to divorce IcardiCredit: Instagram @mauroicardiWanda and Icardi tried to work things outCredit: instagram @wanda_naraBut Wanda ultimately decided to go on with the divorceCredit: InstagramWanda continues to work on her social media game More

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    Who is Rodrygo’s girlfriend Bruna Rotta?

    BRUNA Rotta is the girlfriend of Real Madrid fan-favourite Rodrygo. The footballer will be competing in the Champions League as part of Los Blancos’ elite squad, as they go head-to-head with some of the biggest clubs in football.Bruna Rotta is a famous influencer and modelCredit: Instagram/@brunarottaBruna has been dating Rodrygo since 2023Credit: Instagram/@brunarottaRodrygo plays for Brazilian football team Real MadridCredit: Getty ImagesMeeting a world famous footballerBruna was born on September 23, 1998, in Brazil. She is a hugely famous TikToker who boasts over 2 million followers on the social media platform (as of April 2025).The star regularly posts videos which take fans behind the scenes of her hectic life, as well as fitness content. Bruna started dating Rodrygo in September 2023, kicking off their whirlwind romance.Read More about FootballShe made headlines, though, when she suggested that her famous boyfriend doesn’t shower. Taking part in a TikTok trend which talks about how “destiny” can “play with people”, she said that she would “never date a guy who doesn’t shower”.Bruna then posted a picture of Rodrygo, which was captioned: “I paid with my tongue.”What Luka Modric told Rodrygo in classy message after Croatia knocked Brazil out of World CupRodrygo’s fantastic careerRodrygo is one of the biggest footballers in the world and began his career at Brazilian side Santos. Most read in FootballHe moved to Real Madrid for €45million in 2019, and became an integral part of the side which won the Champions League in 2022 and 2024.His contract was extended on November 2, 2023, which means he will stay with the team until June 2028. The footballer has two sons, from a previous relationship with Pamella Cristina Costa, whom he welcomed in February 2022.  More