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    Derek Chisora meets former Anthony Joshua opponent at Man Utd clash after calling him out for last ever fight

    HEAVYWEIGHT stars Derek Chisora and Francis Ngannou teased a potential bout after bumping into each other at Old Trafford on Thursday.The two boxers were in attendance for Manchester United’s Europa League clash with Bodo/Glimt.Derek Chisora and Francis Ngannou bumped into each other at Old TraffordCredit: Instagram / derekwarchisoraChisora teased a potential boutCredit: Instagram @derekwarchisoraChisora took to Instagram to share some photos of the evening before including Ngannou in a video. Panning to the MMA icon, he said: “Look who I bumped into people.”He then appeared to hint at a potential fight, adding: “Can’t say much. We can’t say much.”Chisora this week admitted that he wants to face Ngannou in his 50th and final fight in Africa next year.Read More in BoxingHe told talkSPORT: “Another push I’m trying to get through is a fight with Ngannou – in Africa.”I want to push that. If I can get Francis Ngannou in Africa for our own African people to see us perform, instead of us performing in European countries and Saudi, it will give just a little bit of a taste to our young and upcoming talent in Africa to see African warriors go at it.”Chisora and Ngannou posed for pictures together in the stands at Old Trafford before the Europa League match.They held up United shirts that were gifted to them by the club.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMan Utd went on to win 3-2 against Bodo/Glimt thanks to a brace from Rasmus Hojlund.Before his proposed fight with Ngannou, Chisora is set to face Otto Wallin in February.Derek Chisora unveils plan for shock career change once he’s retired from boxing but plans dream 50TH fight first He was originally expected to fight Jarrell Miller on the night, but talks collapsed following a contractual dispute. More

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    TikTok star HSTikkyTokky hunted by cops after dodging court for Misfits boxing fight in Qatar

    TIKTOK star HSTikkyTokky is being hunted by cops after swerving court for a Misfits boxing match.The controversial influencer – real name Harrison Sullivan – was due to face magistrates after allegedly crashing his £220k McLaren but has fled the country.HSTikkyTokky is on the run after dodging courtCredit: InstagramPolice have issued a warrant for his arrestCredit: Surrey PoliceSurrey Police have issued an arrest warrant for Sullivan, 23, and confirmed he is on the run.A spokesperson said: “Sullivan has links to Essex but is believed to have left the country.”While we request the public’s help to locate him, we are making a direct appeal to Sullivan to return to the UK and cooperate with authorities.”It comes after the Misfits boxer was due to get in the ring with opponent Masai Warrior at a show in Qatar last night.But Sullivan pulled out of the fight after claiming he had injured himself while romping with partner Lillie May.He had earlier shared a video of them enjoying dinner together in Qatar.Sullivan was meant to appear at Guildford Magistrates’ Court charged with a string of driving offences – including failing to stop when his £200,000 McLaren was smashed in a horror crash.Pictures of the car showed the driver side’s door caved in as oil and petrol pour out and smoke fills the air.Most read in BoxingHe is also charged with using a phone while driving and driving without third party insurance.The warrant for his arrest was issued when he failed to show up for the hearing.Sullivan gained enormous popularity on TikTok thanks to his fitness videos and rows with other influencers.He has since become a Misfits boxer after making his debut against George Fenson in August.Anyone with information on his whereabouts can call Surrey Police on 101 quoting PR/45240033550.Sullivan was posting pictures with girlfriend Lillie May from QatarCredit: @hsdubaitokkyThe fitness influencer has been charged with a string of offencesCredit: Instagram/hstikkytokky More

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    Who is Misfits boxing star and Youtuber Lil CraCra and when is he fighting YuddyGangTV?

    MISFITS Boxing star Lil CraCra is backed to win his upcoming bout by many fans. With over 700k followers across social media, YouTuber Lil CraCra has earned his spot on the Gib vs Slim undercard at Misfits Boxing 19.Lil CraCra squares up with opponent YuddyGangTV ahead of their trilogy clashCredit: @reemoo702The clash, taking place in Qatar on Thursday, November 28, marks a trilogy of fights between YuddyGangTV and Lil CraCra.With a no-contest result followed by a victory for YuddyGangTV, Lil CraCra is still chasing a victory over his rival.At the press conference, both fighters displayed a calm demeanour and refused to raise hands or get into debate. Lil CraCra weighed in at 132.3 pounds, two pounds lighter than YuddyGangTV at 134.6 pounds.Read more about Misfits BoxingThe face off at the weigh-in reflected the presser and neither fighter lost their temper. Who is Lil CraCra?Ree Der Moo AKA Lil CraCra is fighting out of Syracuse, New York, with Philippine nationality but very little is known about his personal life.The YouTuber began his boxing journey posting street fights online and collaborating with smaller channels and leagues. Lil CraCra fighting in the streets for one of his early YouTube videosNow, joining Misfits Lil CraCra has fought his way up the influencer boxing ladder and boasts a huge online following. Most read in BoxingWhat is Lil CraCra’s boxing record?With four professional fights to his name, Lil CraCra is very much a newcomer in boxing but is fairly experienced in the influencer/crossover world.The Youtube boxer’s first fight came in March 2024, in a no contest result against his upcoming opponent YuddyGangTV.The rematch, two months later, saw YuddyGangTV come out on top – leaving CraCra with a 0-1-1 record. For his third bout, Lil CraCra took on Ace Musa and collected his long-awaited first victory.The YouTuber won after five full rounds and earned himself a spot on the Elle Brooke vs. Jenny Savage card.Lil CraCra’s fourth and most recent fight was against Joey Knight and saw him push through another five rounds for his second victory. Now, CraCra has setup a trilogy clash against YuddyGangTV taking on the Misfits Boxing 19 Gib vs. Slim fight card.What is Misfits Boxing?Misfits Boxing is a boxing promotional company formed through the partnership of YouTuber KSI and Wasserman Boxing in June 2021.The “MF & DAZN: X Series” have been produced in collaboration with DAZN, leading to a new 5-year deal signed between the pair in 2023.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe deal will continue the promotion and broadcasting of influencer/crossover boxing fights, with two pay-per-views each year.As the promoter keeps growing, opportunities for newcomers like Lil CraCra should keep coming. More

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    Who is YuddyGangTV aka Elijah Smith and when will he be fighting Ree Moo aka Lil CraCra on Misfits 19 Qatar Supercard?

    ELIJAH Smith is an American boxer and influencer who is also known as YuddyGangTV.The star will be taking on his boxing nemesis Ree Moo, also known as Lil CraCra, on the Misfits 19 Qatar Supercard.Elijah Smith became famous for videos where he would eat massive amounts of foodCredit: YouTubeElijah is one of the highest ranked lightweight boxers at MisfitsCredit: YouTubeElijah will be taking on Ree Moo AKA Lil CraCraCredit: YouTubeOnline superstardomElijah is a lightweight boxer who was born on July 22, 1992.The star has made a name for himself on TikTok when he began sharing skits and hilarious videos on the platform. Most social media users will recognise him from videos where he takes part in gargantuan mukbangs.Mukbangs originated in South Korean and are events where YouTubers eat massive amounts of food. Read More on BoxersOn YouTube, Elijah also takes fans behind the scenes of his boxing career and often shares videos of himself training.His work ethic has clearly paid off, as he now has 6.3 million followers on TikTok and 232,000 subscribers on YouTube (as of November 2024).On the Misfits cardElijah will appear on the Misfits 19 Qatar Supercard.He is the second highest ranked lightweight boxer on the ticket, just after the raining champion Deen the Great. Most read in BoxingHis rival, Lil CraCra, is the third highest ranked lightweight boxer at Misfits. Misfits is a boxing promotion company founded in August 2022, which became famous in sporting circles for holding influencer boxing events.The brand’s CEO is the YouTuber KSI, who is also a successful boxer.Long-running feud Elijah will take on Lil CraCra AKA Ree Moo on November 28, 2024. Ree Moo is a Filipino-American boxer who has had a similar career to Elijah.He also made a name for himself online, though his online content is more fitness-focused than Elijah’s comedic videos.Despite their similarities, the pair have very different boxing styles. Ree Moo favours the Southpaw stance, a left-handed position which is the complete reverse of Elijah’s right-handed Orthodox stance.The pair have clashed previously but neither one has been able to get an advantage over the other. READ MORE SUN STORIESThey were meant to clash on March 23, 2023, but the fight was cancelled and their second match on May 25, 2024, ended in a split decision.Fans can watch the tie-breaking match between Elijah and Ree Moo when it streams on DAZN. More

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    Misfits star pulls out of huge Supercard event just hours before fight as he gives X-rated reason for injury

    A MISFITS boxing star has pulled out of the huge Supercard due to injury.HSTikkyTokky injured his shoulder and withdrew from his clash with Masai Warrior just hours before the bell was set to ring.HSTikkyTokky has withdrawn from his fight against Masai WarriorCredit: Instagram @hsdubaitokkyTheir fight was due to take place tonight in Doha, Qatar live on Dazn.HSTikkyTokky revealed his withdrawal was down to injuring himself doing a sex act on social media.He wrote: “Quick nobu with @lillie_may6 in Qatar.”Injured my shoulder hard last night so can’t scrap tomorrow unfortunately, big love.”READ MORE ON BOXINGSunSport understands that medics would not let him fight due to the shoulder injury.More to follow…THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY..The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSunFootball and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball. More

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    How YouTuber Jarvis went from gamer earning fortunes to Misfits Boxing star sparring Floyd Mayweather

    YOUTUBER Jarvis left behind a lucrative career in gaming to become a boxer – even catching Floyd Mayweather’s attention. The social media star – full name Jarvis Khattri – was part of the FaZe clan – the biggest worldwide gaming group. YouTuber Jarvis was part of the FaZe clanNow he is signed to Misfits BoxingJarvis sparred boxing legend Floyd Mayweather in Las VegasFaZe clan members brought in millions of pounds a year through eSports – but Jarvis was controversially banned from Fortnite for cheating in 2019. But two years later he dramatically changed career to boxing as part of a YouTube vs TikTok event – and he has never looked back. Jarvis relocated from Surrey to Las Vegas to train at Mayweather’s famous boxing club. As well as sparring the American legend himself, he also regularly shares the ring with top stars like undefeated prodigy Curmel Moton. READ MORE IN BOXINGAnd despite dedicating himself boxing, Jarvis jokes his old life as a gamer was slightly easier. He told SunSport in Doha: “Always, I think, ‘Why did I ever do this?’ “But after my first fight I kind’ve fell in love with it, that adrenaline rush, that feeling of getting hit and hitting someone. “It made me want more so I kept doing it, kept having fun and it’s something that is great for me, my health, pushing me out my comfort zone.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”For sure, I could’ve just stuck to that source of revenue, but why not expand?” Jarvis is 4-1 but his most memorable experience in the ring came during his spar with 50-0 icon Mayweather. Floyd Mayweather toys with YouTuber Jarvis in sparring for next exhibition fight The boxing great is a friend of Jarvis’ trainer Otis Pimpleton, so when Mayweather needed a late night sparring partner Jarvis got the call. He revealed: “I got beat up a little bit but I learned a lot and had a great job. It’s a surreal experience. “When you’re in there you don’t really think about it too much but the whole rest of the night I just had a smile on my face, I couldn’t believe what happened. “Being able to be in the ring with someone who people say is one of the best in the world,  is very rare.”Jarvis is a champion of Misfits Boxing, which homes to celebrity-style crossover bouts. And he returns on Thursday in Qatar against unbeaten Irish DJ and boxer Ben Williams. More

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    Misfits Boxing star Salt Papi was fighting BLIND before £6,000 eye surgery and opens up on THREE STONE transformation

    MISFITS BOXING star Salt Papi was fighting BLIND until a £6,000 surgery – having also dramatically transformed his body. The TikToker got lasik eye surgery in 2023 and ditched his trademark rimless glasses after at last getting his vision fixed. Salt Papi admits to fighting blindCredit: PABut he got £6,000 eye surgeryThe social media star now fights without glassesAnd the Filipino – real name Nathaniel Bustamante – no longer has to rely on just fighting instincts when facing opponents. Salt Papi told SunSport in Doha: “I could only see a statue. I couldn’t see their facial expressions. Just a statue, I had to hit whatever I can hit.”I kind’ve got used to it. But it’s much better now, I can see my opponent’s facial expressions. If they’re tired, if they’re scared.” Salt Papi is 5-2 as a boxer and had even professional world champions signing his praises. READ MORE IN BOXINGAnd his natural talent was so remarkable rumours swirled that he had a secret amateur record back home in the Philippines. But Salt Papi said: “I never had an amateur background. I only started boxing two-and-a-half years ago.”Andy Warski, my first fight on Misfits, that was my second fight only.” Salt Papi has lost a stunning THREE STONE from chubby 15st 7lb beginner to ripped 12st 1lb middleweight. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd the secret? “Training and eating less!” he says with a cheeky grin.How YouTube star AnEsonGib went from ‘obese’ 17 STONE gamer to ‘seven-figure’ boxing paydays after body transformationSalt Papi now returns on Thursday in Qatar against YouTuber King Kenny. It will be his second fight since losing to American Slim Albaher, who fights AnEsonGib in the Middle East main-event. And Salt Papi said: “I feel like King Kenny is one of the best, up there with Slim, Gib. I can’t underestimate this guy. I have to beat this guy. “If I beat him, I don’t care who I fight next but I want to fight Slim. If Gib decides to take a break, I’d still fight Slim even if he’s the winner or loser.” Salt Papi has lost a stunning three stoneHe is now ripped at middleweight More

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    Ruben Amorim already has plan for Mason Mount with TWO positions for forgotten Man Utd star to thrive in

    RUBEN AMORIM has revealed he has TWO positions for a forgotten Manchester United star.The new Red Devils manager will take charge of his first game away at Ipswich Town on Sunday.Mason Mount could play in two positions for Ruben Amorim at Manchester UnitedCredit: XThe midfielder has struggled to impress since joining the Red DevilsCredit: ReutersAmorim, 39, was appointed to the Manchester United hot seat as the replacement for Erik ten Hag.The Portuguese coach could revive Mason Mount’s career at the club.The former Chelsea star has struggled to impress since his £60million switch in 2023.Mount suffered from injuries and poor form, which made him a fringe figure in the squad.READ MORE ON MAN UTDBut Amorim has insisted that he “loves” the midfielder and that his system will be “perfect” for Mount to flourish.He said: “Mason Mount, I have to tell you I love that kid.”You can look in his eyes that he wants this so bad. This is the most important thing.”He played in this system, so it’s perfect for him.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I have two positions for Mason Mount, so he should be very happy.”Amorim was stunned by the lack of speed and intensity during his first training sessions with the squad.Gary Neville admits ‘I got it wrong’ and apologises over Rashford criticism as Amorim demands Man Utd ‘change standards’ There are several stars at the club who should be fearing for their future.This includes underperforming attackers such as Antony and Amad Diallo.The manager has cleared out the club’s pre-existing coaching staff after his appointment, including ousting Ruud van Nistelrooy.Meanwhile, Marcus Rashford has taken up boxing and martial arts in order to build his fitness.Club legend Gary Neville recently apologised over his criticism of the forward for his trip to the US during the international break.Three Sporting stars Amorim could swoop for after joining Man UtdRUBEN AMORIM has ruled out poaching any of his Sporting Lisbon players in the January transfer window.But the Portuguese side’s chiefs expect Amorim will come calling in the summer – with his cheque book wide open.Here’s are three Sporting starts United could swoop for… but they won’t come cheap:VIKTOR GYOKERESAge: 26Position: StrikerCost: £84millionSwede has shone since joining Sporting last summer from Coventry — catching the eye of all Europe’s top clubs.Hit 43 goals in 50 games last season and boasts 18 strikes already this term.GONCALO INACIOAge: 23Position: DefenderCost: £50millionBall-playing centre-back was handed his debut by Amorim and has since become a key figure in Sporting’s recent title successes.Can also slot in at left-back if required and has 12 caps for Portugal.MORTEN HJULMANDAge: 25Position: MidfieldCost: £40millionDane is one of the top holding midfielders in Portugal — and made skipper by Amorim.He could be the man to replace Casemiro. More