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

    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

    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

    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

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    Apollonia Llewellyn shows off major underboob as fans fall in love with ‘sexy and stunning’ boxing ring girl

    BOXING ring girl Apollonia Llewellyn has stunned fans by showing off her underboob in a revealing blue dress.Also known as “Barbi”, the glamorous influencer does not hold back when it comes to sharing photos and videos on social media.Apollonia LlewellynCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia LlewellynCredit: INSTAGRAMApollonia’s online presence has seen her attract almost 600,000 followers on Instagram.And her latest set of images saw her posing in front of the London skyline in an eye-catching blue and black dress.Reacting to the snaps, one fan said: “Absolutely beautiful ❤️🔥.”While another added: “So sexy and stunning 😍😍😍😍.”READ MORE ON APOLLONIAA third simply replied: “OBSESSED.”And a fourth responded: “Looking absolutely gorgeous and stunningly beautiful ❤️❤️❤️❤️.”As of last year, Apollonia has been dating non-league footballer Jai Rowe.The 22-year-old, who previously played in the Football League for Scunthorpe United, now lines up for National League North club Boston United.Most read in BoxingThe pair enjoyed a Christmas break together to New York, with Apollonia sharing several photos from their trip to the Big Apple.But it is the Oakwell Stadium where Apollonia’s heart really lies.Apollonia Llewellyn dubbed ‘the hottest woman on earth’ as she shares series of busty snaps from incredible holiday Back in May, she was spotted cheering on Barnsley in their play-off semi-final against Bolton.The 24-year-old first shot to prominence working as a ring girl on a Misfits Boxing show.But now she is making waves as an influencer – although she did risk an Instagram ban by wearing a tiny white top during a trip to New York last year.Inside Apollonia’s glamorous life as influencer, ring girl and model …Apollonia burst out of this tiny silver bikini as she drank her ‘morning juice’Credit: INSTAGRAMConor McGregor was among 8,000 fans who enjoyed this see-through lacy 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 @apolloniallewellynThe model insisted she isn’t money-orientedCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia shows off her jet setting lifestyle onlineCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynShe also holidayed in New YorkCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia is no stranger to a bikini pictureCredit: INSTAGRAM @apolloniallewellynShe has built a huge following on social mediaCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellynApollonia works as a model alongside her social fameCredit: Instagram @apolloniallewellyn More

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    Premier League winner and ex-Cristiano Ronaldo team-mate in shock talks for debut boxing fight

    MISFITS BOXING are in talks with a Premier League title winner and former team-mate of Cristiano Ronaldo over a shock fight.YouTuber-turned-boxer KSI and music mogul Mams Taylor co-founded the platform as a home to celeb-style crossover bouts.Patrice Evra, Cristiano Ronaldo, Danny Simpson and Paul Scholes celebrate in 2007Credit: GettyAnd promoter Taylor has 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 SunSport understands Danny Simpson – who played with Rooney and Ronaldo at United – is negotiating a fight with Misfits. Simpson, 37, is eager to cross over to the ring despite never actually announcing his retirement from football. READ MORE IN boxing As 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.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe 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 shows. I walked away from pro MMA career to become Conor McGregor’s photographer… now he’s helping me make Misfits Boxing debutAnd Simpson would 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. 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 an eye now on a debut bout.The player’s reps and Misfits Boxing have been contacted for comment. Danny Simpson in the boxing gym training More

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    Jake Paul is going to Paris Olympics after bursting onto boxing scene with just one defeat on pro record

    JAKE PAUL is going to the 2024 Paris Olympics. The YouTuber-turned-prizefighter moved to 10-1 with victory over ex-UFC star and bare-knuckle boxer Mike Perry in Florida.Jake Paul is going to the 2024 Paris OlympicsCredit: YouTubeAnd he is now preparing to link up with Team USA’s boxing squad in the French capital – but not to compete. Paul, 27, is instead an honorary coach tasked with raising the profile of the gold medal hopefuls. He is also using his experience on the big stage to help the boxers deal with the pressures of the Games. Paul said on brother Logan’s podcast: “I’m bringing in meditation and them being prepared for the big moment and being there for them to support them in any way possible.READ MORE ON OLYMPICS”I don’t know how much help it’s going to be, I’m sure they’re going to do fine with or without me.”But also to try to bring eyeballs. We’re dropping a documentary on my entire week with them and the whole programme that’s going on there.”Paul even explored the idea of competing in Paris himself only to miss the deadline – with an eye now on the 2028 Games in Los Angeles.He said: “We tried. I missed the cutoff. When we came up with the idea we were like three weeks late.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I can do it in LA. I think I might. I feel like it would be sick. I’d get gold medal, bro…”It’s a travesty. We missed the cutoff by about three weeks but if I could’ve gone to one qualifying tournament then it would’ve worked out.Jake Paul calls out Mike Tyson and UFC champion Alex Pereira after KOing Mike Perry”It would be hilarious. Become cruiserweight world champion and then get rid of my professional licence and become amateur, win a gold medal in 2028.”Paul spent a week with the USA boxing squad in Colorado before his last fight and will now jet off to France to link back up with them. He will then focus on his controversial clash against Mike Tyson, 58, which has been rescheduled to November 15 in Texas.Jake Paul is 10-1 in his pro boxing careerCredit: Getty More

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    Jude Bellingham’s model Wag stuns in see-through lingerie as she’s dubbed ‘the most beautiful woman in the world’

    JUDE BELLINGHAM’S girlfriend has been dubbed the “most beautiful woman in the world”.Laura Celia Valk stunned on social media as she posed in some see-through lingerie.Laura Celia Valk wowed in a black lingerie setCredit: Instagram @lauraceliavThe model is dating Jude BellinghamCredit: Instagram @lauraceliavShe has a massive online followingCredit: Instagram @lauraceliavShe has over 500,000 followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @lauraceliavThe model, 21, wore a black see-through dress with a floral pattern that left little to the imagination.She posted a collection of photos to Instagram for her 536k followers.Laura’s fans loved the snaps as they flooded the comment section pining after her.One posted: “Literally the most beautiful woman on social media, if not the world.”READ MORE ON SPORTA second commented: “This looks so beautiful on you.”A third wrote: “Classic beauty.”A fourth said: “Beautiful smile so cutest angel.”Another added: ” What a beautiful woman.”Most read in FootballIt is not the first time Laura has wowed her followers with her pictures.She recently put on a busty display in a white bikini and frilly hotpants.Meet the ten Wags ready to stun at Euro 2024Meet England’s Euro 2024 WagsEngland Wags range from childhood sweethearts to recently blossoming love stories.Katie Goodland (Harry Kane’s wife)The fitness instructor has been married to the England captain since 2019 and joined him in Germany with their four children after he joined Bayern Munich.Laura Celia Valk (Jude Bellingham’s girlfriend)The stunning Dutch model, 25, has more than half a million Instagram followers and is said to be absolutely smitten with the Real Madrid star.Rebecca Cooke (Phil Foden’s girlfriend)Foden’s childhood sweetheart and the mother of his two kids tends to keep out of the spotlight, but is a regular at England games.Dani Dyer (Jarrod Bowen’s girlfriend)England’s most famous Wag, former Love Island winner and daughter of Eastenders’ Danny Dyer.Iris Law (Trent Alexander-Arnold’s girlfriend)Dani Dyer isn’t the only actor’s daughter dating an England star. Iris’ dad is Hollywood legend Jude Law.Megan Davison (Jordan Pickford’s wife)Megan has been with Pickford since he was 14 years old. The couple married in 2022 and have one son.Olivia Naylor (John Stones’ girlfriend)The 33-year-old former beautician has stepped back from her role after giving birth to a baby son.Read more about the Wags supporting England at Euro 2024 hereLaura was believed to have been staying in Jude Bellingham’s Madrid mansion earlier this year.She models for the likes of PrettyLittleThing but also owns her own social media consultancy agency.The Sun were the first to reveal that she was in a relationship with the England and Real Madrid star.Scroll down for a peak into Laura’s glamorous lifestyle…She models for companies such as PrettyLittleThingCredit: Instagram @lauraceliavThe Sun first revealed her relationship with Jude BellinghamCredit: APLaura tucks into some spaghettiCredit: SplashShe was believed to be staying at Bellingham’s house earlier this yearCredit: Instagram @lauraceliavLaura often stuns her followers with her picturesCredit: SplashLaura and Bellingham had been keeping their relationship out of the public eyeCredit: Instagram / lauraceliavShe did not attend any matches at Euro 2024Credit: InstagramFans have hailed her the ‘most beautiful woman in the world’Credit: Instagram More

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    Jack Grealish’s pregnant girlfriend Sasha Attwood shows off her growing baby bump as she poses in bikini top

    JACK Grealish’s pregnant girlfriend Sasha Attwood showed off her growing baby bump as she struck a pose in a bikini top.The 28 year-old model and mum to be looked amazing as she shared a snap of her blooming tum on social media.Sasha Attwood looked glowing as she showed off her baby bumpCredit: InstagramThe model cupped her growing belly in another snapCredit: InstagramSasha and Jack Grealish have been together for yearsCredit: Instagram @sasha__rebeccaThe couple announced their pregnancy earlier this monthCredit: InstagramLooking relaxed and happy, Sasha sported a gingham red bikini top, paired with a bucket hat.She completed the look with a pair of white linen trousers, putting her hands in her pockets for the effortless, laid-back snap.In another snap she sat on a chair and cupped her belly with her hands while looking at the camera.Sasha captioned the shots “summer” and was soon flooded with compliments in the comments section.read ore on Sasha AttwoodLove Island legend Zara McDermott posted a string of heart eye emojis, followed by several hearts.”Stunning,” added Real Housewives of Cheshire star Darby Ward.”Bump suits you so much,” weighed in another admirer.Sasha and Jack announced they were expecting earlier this month.Most read in FootballSasha shared a picture of her baby bump and the caption: “Half of me, half of you – beyond blessedAnd Grealish added: “Life’s biggest blessing.”The childhood sweethearts first started dating when they were teenagers at school together in Solihull.LETS LOOSE Jack Grealish dons hilarious shoulder-length blonde WIG as he lets his hair down after England exile (1)Sasha has been with Grealish throughout his professional football career – supporting him at Aston Villa before the big-money move from their hometown of Birmingham to Manchester in 2021.Earlier this summer, Jack missed out on the final 26-man England squad for Euro 2024, leaving him “stunned and upset”.But the break from the game has given him chance to spend quality time with his girl while she is expecting.Since being with Jack, Sasha has seen her own star soar.Sasha was the victim of vile trolling after her relationship with Jack became public in 2021Credit: instagram/@sasha__rebecca’Sasha has managed to build a fanbase in her own rightCredit: Instagram/@sasha__rebeccaShe’s got more than 264,000 followers on Instagram – where she regularly shares sultry selfies – and over 2.8 million likes on her TikTok videos.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd after initially receiving hordes of death threats when it first emerged she was dating Jack, she is now hugely popular with his fans.PR expert Ed Hopkins told The Sun recently: “She has established herself as a powerful personal brand, independent of Jack’s football achievements.” Inside Sasha Attwood and Jack Grealish’s relationshipSasha Attwood and Jack Grealish are set to become parents for the first time, but their relationship started well over a decade ago…The pair met as teens in Solihull, West Midlands at secondary school, with Sasha previously saying they have been together since she was 15. Jack was already on his way to becoming a professional footballer when he met Sasha.Despite the long-term nature of their relationship, she remained on the sidelines when his career took off.However, intense interest in Jack’s private life came to a head in 2021 when England reached the final of Euro 2020, delayed a year because of the Covid-19 pandemic. Because of their romance, Sasha was cruelly targeted by trolls on TikTok and Instagram, receiving 200 death threats a day from “young girls”. The pair were spotted on holiday together following the tournament and slowly began showing more of their relationship on social media when the vile trolling died down. In 2022, they celebrated their 10-year anniversary and purchased a seven-bed mansion set in 24 acres worth £5.6 million.They moved in to the home in late 2023, but Sasha and members of Jack’s family were subject to a terrifying robbery while cheering on the Manchester City star during a televised match just after Christmas. Their latest milestone is Sasha’s pregnancy, which they announced on social media on July 7. More