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      Tommy Fury in talks for KSI rematch as boxer stuns ITV bosses by pulling out of I’m A Celebrity at two weeks notice

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      TOMMY FURY is in line for a rematch with KSI after pulling out of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!The 25-year-old boxer had been in talks with ITV producers for months about the jungle reality show which is just weeks away.Tommy Fury and KSI are in talks for a rematchCredit: ReutersBut it is thought Fury — younger half-brother of heavyweight champion Tyson — has been handed a more lucrative project to fight YouTuber KSI, who he beat in the pair’s first bout last year.It was hoped the ex-Love Islander might have spilled the beans in the jungle camp about his relationship with Molly Mae-Hague, 25, which ended dramatically in August.A TV insider exclusively told the Sun: “Bosses are surprised Tommy has pulled out of I’m A Celebrity at this late stage as it would have been a great opportunity for him.“Thankfully, execs already had some great names waiting in the wings so they’ll be looking at which ones fit best into the line-up already booked so they can deliver a truly great series.READ MORE IN BOXING“With only weeks to go, bosses have lined up one of the most exciting casts in the show’s history.”Fury would have been joining a line-up expected to include WAG Coleen Rooney, Dancing on Ice judge Oti Mabuse and N-Dubz singer Tulisa.The stars usually fly Down Under in mid November — a week before the series kicks off on November 17.It came as hosts Ant and Dec yesterday released the show’s trailer, appearing as mad scientists.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe Sun exclusively revealed at the start of September that Fury was in talks with jungle execs.He had been accused of cheating on Molly — which he has denied — but he was expected to give his side of the story in the Australian jungle. Watch as Tommy Fury reignites bitter feud with KSI by slamming his Britain’s Got Talent job – and swerves I’m A Celeb questionJungle bosses were hoping he’d tell all about his split with Molly-Mae HagueCredit: PAInstead he could now be stepping back in to the ring with KSI – who he defeated in controversial circumstances last October.After their 2023 fight, YouTuber KSI said: “That is robbery.”How many jabs did you land? Look at your face. I’m the YouTuber, you are the boxer so you have to win?“He is the man who is supposed to be the pro boxer. He hit me on the back of the head over and over. It is outrageous. I want to appeal. I felt like I won that.”A spokesman for I’m A Celebrity declined to comment.Fury and KSI, 31, both suffered hand injuries after their pay-per-view Misfits Boxing bout.And Mams Taylor – KSI’s manager and co-founder of Misfits – admitted talks with Fury’s camp were due to take place.READ MORE SUN STORIESTaylor told us: “I think Tommy would do really well on the Misfits roster. And I know our teams are in touch with their team.”So watch this space. Let’s see what happens.”KSI fumed after his loss to Tommy FuryCredit: GettyTommy Fury is unbeaten in the ringCredit: Splash More

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      KSI’s team set for talks with Tommy Fury for rematch as Love Island star offered shock route back into boxing by rival

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      KSI and Tommy Fury could be heading for a huge rematch with talks to take place between the two camps. Fury became the first to hand YouTuber-turned-boxer KSI defeat in the ring after his controversial points victory in October. Tommy Fury beat KSI in a controversial decisionCredit: GettyThe 2019 Love Island star – who is in the midst of a break up with Molly-Mae Hague – has since had hand surgery which sidelined him. But Fury is back training and wants to make a comeback by January – with KSI’s manager and Misfits Boxing boss Mams Taylor is ready for talks. Taylor told SunSport: “I think Tommy would do really well on the Misfits roster. And I know our teams are in touch with their team.”So watch this space. Let’s see what happens.”READ MORE IN BOXINGFury, 25, won a disputed six-round decision over KSI, 31, fuelling demand for a second bout. And Taylor added: “And as far as KSI and Tommy, I think when the time is right, that rematch definitely should happen. “Till this day people are still very divided about that result.” A rematch could follow as quickly as 2025 but Fury is also linked with another fight against Jake Paul, 27, who beat by split-decision last year too. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSKSI meanwhile has also not fought since his first loss having had a similar painful hand problem. It meant he is unable to fight on Misfits Boxing’s “super card” in Qatar on November 28. British boxing legend and former world champion Amir Khan, 37, was a rumoured opponent but KSI was forced out with injury. Taylor said: “JJ’s spent a lot of time nursing that hand injury taking time to make sure that he’s 100 per cent and doesn’t have to fight with a hand injury when he faces an opponent of that kind of calibre. “It’s not something that you want to take lightly so we spoke to the doctors and kind of got a gage of when he can be ready and in optimum shape.”  KSI is back training for his boxing returnCredit: @KSI More

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      ‘That’s a matter of time’ – Man Utd legend Wayne Rooney still lined up for stunning boxing fight after shock talks

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      WAYNE ROONEY is still being tipped for a sensational debut fight in boxing – and it is only “a matter of time” before he enters the ring.The Manchester United legend – who boxed growing up on Merseyside – was linked with a shock boxing switch this year. Wayne Rooney is still lined up for a sensational boxing switchCredit: FACEBOOK.COM/WAYNEROONEYRooney’s infamous boxing celebrationCredit: Mark Robinson – The SunRooney is now in charge at PlymouthCredit: GettyHe held talks with Misfits Boxing, the home of celebrity-style crossover bouts headed up by KSI and his manager Mams Taylor. Rooney admitted the talks were ongoing but instead decided to focus on football management – soon after taking the Plymouth job. But music mogul and Misfits head honcho Taylor believes Rooney stepping into the ring is a case of “when” not “if”.He told SunSport: “We know that there’s been conversations with Wayne Rooney. READ MORE IN BOXING”He’s expressed interest. I think that’s a matter of time and it’s on his timeline, not on mine.”When he’s ready to do it, then then we’ll get there. There’s also been a couple of others who I’d really like.”Rooney was once knocked out in a famous drunken sparring session by Phil Bardsley. And their ex-United team-mate Danny Simpson became the first footballer to cross over to the Misfits ring. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSimpson – who won the Premier League title with Leicester in 2016 – drew over four rounds with YouTuber Danny Simpson. And now the retired defender has inspired others to lace up the gloves with Taylor expecting more Prem players to fight. Joey Essex postpones boxing debut as fight with KSI’s brother collapses but TV ‘villain’ still in talks with Misfits He said: “I’m not going to give you any names because I’ll ruin the surprise. “But definitely there’s some really big names and some very credible footballers, ex-footballers who have expressed interest.”So I think that’s gonna unfold in its own time.”Not only are footballers speaking with Taylor to make the move to boxing but several other famous sports stars. He said: “I’m not too pushy. I know how it goes with first-timers boxing. If you push too much, you scare them away, you know? “So you want to make sure that they’re mentally in the right place and actually take that chance of getting in the ring.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And if you haven’t been brought up as a fighter, it’s a very different experience and everyone who does it, though, after they do it like Danny Simpson says, ‘That was the best experience I’ve ever had in my life.'”There’s nothing like it. So I expect more athletes from across the board for next year.”Danny Simpson crossed over from football to boxing to fight YouTuber Danny AaronsCredit: Sportsfile More

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      Joey Essex postpones boxing debut as fight with KSI’s brother collapses… but TV ‘villain’ still in talks with Misfits

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      JOEY ESSEX has had his boxing debut postponed – but talks for the TV star to fight are still ongoing. The Only Way is Essex legend was in line to feature on Misfits Boxing’s “super card” in Qatar with KSI’s brother Deji his scheduled opponent. Joey Essex is still in talks for a boxing fightCredit: RexBut Deji, 27, was announced on the November 28 card noticeably without an opponent.It leaves Essex’s boxing debut up in the air but Misfits head honcho Mams Taylor revealed the door is still wide open. Taylor told SunSport: “Well, let’s see how this plays out. “But, Joey and I have had conversations and I think he’d be great on Misfits.READ MORE IN SPORT”He’s naturally such a villain, like a lovable rogue and we need characters like him and I’m confident Joey will will appear on Misfits sooner or later.”Misfits Boxing was launched in 2022 by YouTuber-turned-prizefighter KSI and his music mogul manager Mams Taylor. And it has become a home to celebrity-style crossover bouts with stars of the boxing, MMA and social media world involved in big fights.Taylor expects reality TV’s Essex, 34, to join their roster – just not yet against 2-4 Deji. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe said: “Deji was just a bit too experienced for your first fight and although I think it would have made a great story it just didn’t materialise in the end.”But yeah, I look forward to having Joey on in the future. I think rather than fight Deji for his first fight, I think he’ll want to get some experience in there, see how it plays out.”And then I think that’d be a big fight in the future. Maybe he’ll get a couple of wins under his belt, build the story and and I think it could happen.”Essex’s uncle Tony Sims is an esteemed coach who formerly trained Anthony Joshua and often has his celeb nephew in his Romford gym. Joey Essex gives fans a rare glimpse of his luxury £190k Lamborghini More

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      Meet Power Slap star Sheena Bathory, who broke a breast implant in training and wants to fight at a Misfits Boxing event

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      THERE are few more brutal sports in the world right now than Power Slap.Leading the charge is glam Hungarian beauty, Franciska Szabo – better known as Sheena Bathory.Franciska Szabo – better known as Sheena Bathory – is taking the world of Power Slap by stormCredit: _francesca_szabo/instagramBathory’s reactions to getting struck in Power Slap have caused a stir onlineBathory also suffered a terrible injury when her breast implant brokeCredit: Instagram @_francesca_szaboShe went viral when a clip of her taking a vicious slap from fellow MMA rival Christine Wolmarans made her barely flinch, and responded by blowing a kiss at her opponent.Incredibly, it was watched over 136 million views – making her more popular than Taylor Swift online.It hasn’t been all plain sailing, especially since Bathory broke her breast implant in training back in September.However, she has set her sights on the Misfits Boxing world – having started boxing training – and wants to take on current champ Julia Poca.Read more Misfits newsSpeaking exclusively to SunSport, Bathory said: “I have always followed Misfits Boxing.”There are obviously so many beautiful women who compete who show their badass side.”I can relate to boxing. It’s something knew in my life, but I was grappler and wrestled, so it would be challenging.”It’s important for me to also keep my feminine side.Most read in Boxing”Being a badass and being sexy, I think Misfits Boxing does that very well and I’d love to be a part of that.”TrainingFormer MMA fighter Bathory also used to wrestle, so she’s battle hardened when it comes to a tough training regime.Power Slap star Sheena Bathory says her key to success in ‘dangerous sport is being able to take a smack & not pass out’But, preparing for a Power Slap contest requires different preparation.She said: “I work out with rubber bands to practice my arm swing and slap, that helped me a lot.”For my jaw line I have a jaw exerciser that I bite down on too.”The neck is very important, but because of my MMA training, which involves wrestling and kickboxing training, I get hit many times and that helps to make me physically stronger.”Hungarian fighter Bathory loves competes wrestlingCredit: GettyBathory is also trained in kickboxing and judo – competing in MMACredit: GettyBurst breast implantLast month, though, Bathory was floored by a horror injury when her breast implant broke during a particularly aggressive training session.She explained: “It happened in a rough training camp in Budapest.”My sparring partner didn’t hold back, and I had a few kicks to my breasts.”When you are on the floor and training, you don’t really realise the pain because it’s constant.”The next day I saw some bruising above one of my breasts, and I felt some inflammation in my body.”I went for blood work, and my results were very high.”A friend, who was an MMA fighter, said to me I had to do an MRI on my breast in case it got damaged.Power Slap is incresingly popular but hugely controversialBy Jack FiggPower Slap is UFC boss Dana White’s newest and potentially most dangerous venture yet. The American MMA promoter helped the UFC go from struggling business bought for just $2m to a global powerhouse now worth over $20BILLION. But White’s passion has now shifted across to his new Power Slap league – where defenceless opponents withstand blows to the brain. Doctors are outraged and have warned it MUST be banned before disaster strikes. Chris Nowinski, a Harvard Ph.D. and former wrestler, claimed participants ‘may never be the same’ after taking the repeated blows to the head. But White has remained unfazed and shared Power Slap’s huge social media numbers with clips soaring into the millions of views. And he remarkably said: “This will be the biggest sport in the world. This will be bigger than the UFC. This will be bigger than the UFC.” White helped catapult MMA into a mainstream sport but only time will tell if lightning will strike twice with Power Slap. Sometimes, actually, my huge breasts were making it difficult for my boxing because I couldn’t keep my arms down!””Incredibly, the right one implant was smashed to pieces. It got into my blood, and it was really painful. It was insane.”They took the implant out, and i’m not getting them back now because I want to focus on the competitions.”Sometimes, actually, my huge breasts were making it difficult for my boxing because I couldn’t keep my arms down!”I am now three pounds lighter, so it will help me with the weight cut.”It was a blessing, even though it sounds so tragic!”Last month, Bathory had to remove her breast implants after one burst in trainingCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/Czwz9_4vODu/Blonde beauty Bathory revealed the pain was off the chartsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/Czwz9_4vODu/read more sport featuresTaunting a rivalBathory became a viral superstar when she blew a kiss at rival Christine Wolmarans after being struck by a hard slap.She barely flinched, which drew 136 million views in a clip shared on Instagram. More than anything on a Taylor Swift reel.”My feelings are very mixed when I am competing in Power Slap,” Bathory said.”I used to do wrestling and judo. There’s something about entertaining, which is important to me, but I still want to be there as an athlete.”It came out naturally, why can’t I show my emotions? In judo you can’t, you have to respect the judges and the opponent.”In Power Slap you get more freedom. And by the way, the slap from Christine was really strong! When she slapped me, I felt off for one second before then thinking, ‘Oh, I’m back!'”I blew a kiss to say, ‘It wasn’t bad, but now it’s my turn’.”Bathory’s moment of glory in Power Slap went viral on InstagramCredit: YouTube / Power SlapBig personality Bathory thought her Power Slap was a turn-on for menCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/Czwz9_4vODu/Bathory continued: “I think people appreciate that women can tolerate really high pain.”I also think it was very attractive for many men, who messaged me they wanted to die by my slap!”Men, maybe, weren’t even aware they wanted to get slapped until seeing this video!”Dana White supportPower Slap has been backed by Dana White, with the UFC chief executive officer founding the sport in 2022.”It’s definitely a privilege to work in the same industry as Dana White,” Bathory revealed.”He motivates me every day to train harder because I would also love to compete in MMA.READ MORE SUN STORIES”Hopefully, I can get his attention by fighting in both because he’s the GOAT of this industry.”I am truly very grateful that I can be in the same circle.”Bathory revealed it was a pleasure to work in Power Slap with Dana WhiteCredit: https://www.instagram.com/p/Czwz9_4vODu/UFC chief Dana White founded Power Slap in 2022 More

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      Meet model and ring girl turned boxing lightweight Carla Jade

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      CARLA Jade’s rise from ring girl to boxing champion is nothing short of remarkable.The former model, who once doubted her abilities, faced her fears head-on and shut down her critics with an impressive victory.Carla Jade started as a ring girl before transitioning into boxingCredit: Instagram @carla_jjadeFirst she was scared of stepping into the ring to box but she got over her fearCredit: Instagram @misfitsboxingCarla Jade is a former model and ring girl who transitioned into a career in boxing.She is known for her work as a ring girl, which helped her gain visibility in the world of boxing.As she shifted focus to her boxing career, she took on the lightweight division and has made a name for herself in the sport.Her background in modelling and as a ring girl contributed to her popularity and recognition in the boxing community.read more on Misfit boxingBoxing DebutShe made her boxing debut on September 23, 2023, against Tasha Weekender in Newcastle.Speaking about her transition from being a ring girl to a boxer, she noted that while she was initially unfamiliar with the rigours of boxing.She said: “The first time I ever had any fear for what I was about to do was when I drove to my first sparring session.”Despite her initial apprehension about getting punched in the face, Carla found that the experience of being hit only fueled her determination and drive.Most read in BoxingAfter her win against Tasha she said she was offered more fights.Carla told SunSport: “I’m putting in the work like everyone else to get into that position. It’s really hard.”It’s funny because I know I am not that well known. “But as soon as I won my last fight all these random girls started offering me out.”The best one was I had one girl wait outside my hotel room, screaming she wanted to fight me.”I didn’t think it would be that easy to get another opponent or this fun!”Fighting Nikki HruIn the lead-up to her Misfits Boxing lightweight title fight against Nikki Hru, Carla was vocal about her confidence and disrespect for her opponent.Carla made it clear that she did not rate her boxing skills, referring to her as an “annoying actress” and expressing that she felt Nikki was overhyped. She believed that Nikki’s background in acting did not translate into effective boxing abilities and predicted a decisive victory for herself.Carla told the SunSport: “I just don’t see that she’s a good fighter.”I’m from real boxing, I’ve seen real boxers, and I just… she’s an actress, and she looks angry and plays the part but I think people are buying into her hype.”In terms of her actual boxing skills and even the cardio, I mean… there are so many things that are not there for her.”No disrespect, but she is not going to known what has hit her.”When the fight took place at the MF & DAZN X Series 18 event on Saturday, September 14, 2024, her pre-fight predictions were held.She decisively won the lightweight title with the judges scored the bout 49-46, 49-46 and 48-47.READ MORE SUN STORIESOn Instagram, Carla excitedly shared the news of her victory with her fans, writing: “I really did it!”Thank you to everyone who believed in me, there wasn’t many but the real ones knew and I hope I made you proud” More

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      Misfits Boxing 18 LIVE RESULTS: Elle Brooke vs Jenny Savage latest, Bowden BEATS Stokey by UD – latest updates

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      MISFITS BOXING returns to Newcastle with a stacked Series 18 card – and the action is happening RIGHT NOW!Local idol Lewis Bowden has beaten his foe Stokey according to the judges’ cards.But the main event of the night will see Elle Brooke return to the ring to defend her MFB middleweight championship against bare-knuckle boxer Jenny Savage.Main event start time: 10:30pm BSTTV/Stream: DAZNCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFollow our live blog below…ScorecardsHere’s how the judges scored Brooke vs Savage in their scorecards.Copy linkCopiedThe moment of truthThis was when Elle Brooke knew she was the winner.Look delighted she appears as the judges announce she remains the middleweight champ.Copy linkCopiedElle Brooke beats Jenny Savage via UDAnd the judges have scored it in Elle’s favour!She retains her belt, although it was hard fought.The scorecards were 48-47, 49-46 and 48-47.Copy linkCopiedBrooke vs Savage – Round FiveWell, Brooke has got some spirit.She lands one of her own early in the fifth to set the tone for the round.But Savage hits her back with a left. Then, another one. Is an upset on the cards?The judges will have to tell us.Copy linkCopiedBrooke vs Savage – Round FourWell, the pendulum is swinging in this contest.Savage landed early in the fourth round and is taking this fight to Elle now.Brooke is looking leg-weary too, and isn’t as vibrant as she was early doors.One last round.Copy linkCopiedBrooke vs Savage Round ThreeBrooke is working with her body shots, but switches it up and offers a left hook that catches Savage.She nails that shot again to rock the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship fighter.However, Savage bites back.This isn’t over.Copy linkCopiedBrooke vs Savage – Round TwoThe champion begins to take control of matters, she is dictating this fight.Savage will look to counter, but appears happy to let Brooke do all the work.A good body shot, as well as a fierce right to the middle see Brooke probably win that round.Copy linkCopiedBrooke vs Savage – Round OneBrooke is taking this fight to Savage and is refusing to sit back.Savage’s strategy is the opposite, as she invites Brooke on to her.But Brooke doesn’t seem to be connecting with too many punches.Copy linkCopiedAnd it’ s the main event nextIt’s what we’ve been waiting for.Elle Brooke takes on Jenny Savage in the main event. It promises to be an epic encounter.Stay tuned for round by round updates.Copy linkCopiedIdris Virgo beats Benson Henderson via UDWell, fairplay to Henderson.He took it to the judges and managed to keep fighting through all five rounds.There were moments where Henderson tried to take it to Virgo.The judges scored it 49-47, 48-47 and 49-46 in Virgo’s favour.Copy linkCopiedHenderson vs Virgo underwayIt’s the penultimate fight, and it’s seconds out.It’s the light heavyweight final.Don’t forget Henderson’s already fought five rounds tonight – has he got anything left in him to win another fight?Copy linkCopiedSlim vs GibIt’s on…Who’s your money on?This promises to be a huge night for Misfits Boxing.Copy linkCopiedHuge announcementSlim and Gib will fight, which is rather dramatically announced.The pair square off against each other in the ring, which of course means they have to shove each other.We won’t know when this will happen, but look forward to it coming to a Misfits Boxing event near you.Copy linkCopiedPoca beats Pittman via UDWell, was there any need?Anyone could have seen this one, no matter a professional judge.For what it’s worth, it was scored 50-44 in the champion Poca’s favour.Will she and Elle Brooke have another crack at one another?Copy linkCopiedLil CraCra beats Joey Knight by UDThe judges scored it 48-47, 49-46 and 48-47 in CraCra’s favour.Tears will be shed, no doubt.It was a sweeping victory. Knight really didn’t have an answer, and it looked like he needed a stoppage in the fifth round.Three fights left. Next, it’s cruiserweight champ Jully Poca taking on Crystal Pittman. Copy linkCopiedAnd who this?For our next fight, we’re looking forward to Joey Knight vs Lil CraCra.Will it be a Knight to remember for Joey?Or can we expect tears from CraCra? Clue might be in the name.Copy linkCopiedBowden beats Stokey via UDWell that will silence the doubters and Stokey.Local idol Bowden has beaten his foe, according to the judges’ cards.It was scrappy, there wasn’t much in it, but it’s been called.Penny for Mams’ thoughts once again. You know he’ll give them to us.Copy linkCopiedMams isn’t having itAshley Rak-Su might have been judged the winner against Tristan Hamm, but Misfits Boxing promoter Mams Taylor isn’t having it.Copy linkCopiedBitter rivalry to be settledGeorge Stokey and Lewis Bowden are next up on the card.These two really despise one another, so expect it to get fairly before, during and after the bout.You feel being a Geordie, Bowden will have plenty of local support.Copy linkCopiedAshley Rak-Su beats Tristan Hamm via MDFifth round? What fifth round!Ashley is the comfortable victor – with judges scoring the fight 38-38, 39-37 and 39-37.Hamm started off well, but Rak-Su withstood an early barrage to hold firm.He certainly does have the X Factor – pun intended.Copy linkCopiedDraaama In the meantime, there’s a huge scuffle in the crowd.Entrepreneur Amio Talio aims punches at TikToker Ben Knights.Then he drags him out of his seat. Great theatre from the Misfits Boxing 18 crew. Take a bow, producers.Copy linkCopiedNext up…It’s Ashley Rak Su who will fancy himself against Tristan Hamm.Four rounds planned – with a fifth if the scores are level needed.Fun and games, eh.Copy linkCopiedAs we said…Hru’s face was a bloody mess! But at least she’s found the funny side.Copy linkCopiedHere’s Jade’s momentCarla Jade celebrates winning the lightweight belt!She deserved that. From start to finish she dominated the fight.Her height advantage played a huge role in this contest.Copy linkCopiedJade beats Hru via UDAbsolutely no doubt about that.Hru’s face was a bloody mess after five rounds, she was bossed around the ring by Jade.The judges scored the bout 49-46, 49-46 and 48-47.Jade is the new lightweight champion, as she told us she would be.Copy linkCopied More

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      Anthony Joshua reckons he’s fighting ‘new Frank Bruno’ as he gears up for blockbuster heavyweight clash vs Daniel Dubois

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA reckons he will be fighting the ‘new Frank Bruno’ on Saturday at Wembley.The Watford icon, 34, sees Daniel Dubois as the latest version of British legend Bruno — who needed four cracks to land a heavyweight world title.Anthony Joshua took a swipe at Daniel DuboisCredit: GettyDubois gears up to tackle his first title fightFrank Bruno became a world champ on the fourth time of askingCredit: GettyDynamite Dan has only lost one attempt so far — against Oleksandr Usyk — but also took flak after surrendering to Joe Joyce in his only other loss.When Bruno won the WBC crown by beating Oliver McCall at Wembley in 1995, it was one of the most beautiful moments in modern boxing memory.Dubois, 27, backed by Hall of Fame promoter Frank Warren, will carry that underdog mentality almost 30 years later — and AJ knows it.Joshua said: “They believe in him. He keeps getting opportunity after opportunity. It reminds me of the Frank Bruno story. READ MORE BOXING NEWS”He had opportunity after opportunity to become the heavyweight world champion and finally achieved it.”Defending IBF champ Dubois is flying under latest coach Don Charles.But it is respected assistant Ian Duberry — brother of ex-Prem defender Michael — who Joshua knows best from his days on remand at Reading prison.AJ said: “I know Don well but I know Ian Duberry better. He was a mentor and a head of the youth offenders system when I was involved in it.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS“So I know that team and that gym and I know they don’t just work from stats, they work from spirit.”Rubbing shoulders with the glitterati does not impress old-school fighter AJ. How Anthony Joshua has become ‘unbeatable’ in boxing career turnaround with insiders left stunned by heavyweight starANTHONY JOSHUA VS DANIEL DUBOIS: All the information you need ahead of huge world title fight at WembleyHe said: “I’ve never been a person who is caught up in the superstar thing. I just look at the character of people.“When I learn about their character, I take it back to my community.“Rather than just be in awe of these people, who everybody admires, I try to tap into their minds and psyches and learn how they got to where they are.Imagine how much a Cristiano Ronaldo consultation would cost — so when I’m ringside with him, I use the chance to pick his brain.Anthony Joshua“These people could charge thousands of pounds for meetings — imagine how much a Cristiano Ronaldo consultation would cost — so when I’m ringside with him, I use the chance to pick his brain.”A possible spring showdown with Tyson Fury for all four world belts is still a dream.But Joshua claimed: “I’m more of a short-term dreamer.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I approach every week thinking, ‘What can I achieve this week?’.“So I’m not looking for undisputed. I’m looking at this week, then the next.”Anthony Joshua was sat alongside Cristiano Ronaldo to watch Tyson Fury’s loss in Riyadh in MayCredit: PAAnthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois during a press conference at the OVO ArenaCredit: PA More