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    Derek Chisora challenged to £50,000 bet on Love Island star ahead of Misfits Boxing fight

    DEREK CHISORA has been challenged to a £50,000 bet ahead of Ty Mitchell’s Misfits Boxing bout against Idris Virgo. Mitchell – a close friend of Chisora’s ex-opponent Tyson Fury – faces Love Island star Virgo on Friday in Derby.Derek Chisora has been challenged to a £50,000 bet ahead of Ty Mitchell vs Idris VirgoCredit: instagram @DerekWarChisoraTy Mitchell faces Idris Virgo at Misfits 21Credit: instagram @TyMitchell90Chisora and pro boxer Virgo are training partners at the London Shootfighters gym in North West London.And Chisora, 41, said in a video: “Ty Mitchell, my boy’s going to smoke you out. He’s going to smoke you out. My guy’s going to smoke you out. “Let’s go champ! Let’s go champ!” Mitchell, 34, responded: “My old boy, Derek. Listen, you don’t believe that, man. You know you don’t believe it. READ MORE IN boxing”Listen, if you believe he’s going to beat me, put a wager on it then. Ten grand, 20 grand, 30 grand, 50 grand? “You let me know what you want to bet if you think your boy is going to beat me. “I know you’ve got a lot of money because you made a lot when my boy Tyson spanked you. “So listen, let’s see if you really think he’s going to beat me. Name the price and I’ll match it.” Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe two then shared a FaceTime call, both smiling, with Mitchell posting: “Don’t let Insta fool you he’s a marketing genius.” Mitchell made his pro debut in 2010 and had a 3-2 record before being jailed for manslaughter.KSI’s sparring partner says he snubbed Love Island return to focus on Misfits Boxing and reveals how hard YouTuber hits He fatally punched 19-year-old student Jagdip Randhawa in 2011 and was sentenced to seven years behind bars. Mitchell was denied a pro licence from the British Boxing Board of Control and instead fought on the unlicensed circuit. He was signed by Misfits – the home to celebrity-style crossover bouts and headed up by KSI – last year and beat Tommy Hench in his debut.Virgo on the other hand has had 12 pro bouts with one draw before also signing with Misfits after a 2018 stint on Love Island. He has had four Misfits wins including against MMA star Anthony Taylor, Geordie Shore’s Aaron Chalmers and ex-UFC champion Benson Henderson. Virgo – who recently welcomed his first child and son into the world – also snubbed a Love Island return for the fight with Mitchell. He told SunSport: “I could have taken the chance to risk going on the show and come out for this fight.”But it’s too much, so I thought I’d kick it to the can. Oh, it is 100 per cent a tough decision because Love Island’s my root, that’s the reason why I’m standing here today.Read More on The Sun”I got what I have because of Love Island, so it would have been good to go back on there, build my career, X, Y, Z, but sometimes you gotta take sacrifices and that’s one of my sacrifices.”I had to kick the can and train hard ready for this fight.”Virgo had professional boxing fights before Love IslandCredit: GettyHe featured in the reality TV show in 2018Credit: Rex Features More

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    Wakey Wines vs Mo Deen: Start time, TV channel, live stream as viral stars clash in the ring on Misfits THIS WEEKEND

    MISFITS boxing often throws up some very interesting fights between people we never thought we’d see in the ring.This is one such fight.Wakey Wines owner Azar Nazir will make his Misfits debut on FridayMo Deen – who lost his previous Misfits fight – has become notorious for his content on TikTokWakey Wines – real name Azar Nazir – shot to fame in 2022 after selling energy drinks at incredible mark ups.At the height of the frenzy, people were driving the length and breadth of the country to spend hundreds of pounds on KSI and Jake Paul’s drink Prime.Although the hype has died down, Wakey Wines still has a social media following of well over a million followers across accounts. Videos still pulling in hundreds of thousands of views – not bad for a cornershop in Wakefield, West Yorkshire.READ MORE MISFITSRecent videos on the account have captured Azir training for his Misfits debut against Mo Deen.Another viral star, Mo Deen has gained notoriety on TikTok, where he has built a following of nearly 300,000.The internet personality shot to fame after an altercation with John Cena, where the WWE legend was unhappy with being filmed and a lack of respect.Mo Deen has a 0-1 record in boxing, having previously been beaten by Vitaly at Misfits 13 in March 2024.Most read in BoxingThe fight was waved off by the referee with Mo Deen scrambling from his opponent.He also had another Misfits fight cancelled after his opponent – conservative YouTuber Alex Stein – threw ‘hotdogs’ at the Mo Deen, who is a Muslim.However, both admitted that the incident was a stunt and that the hot dogs were made of turkey and not pork.When is Wakey Wines vs Mo Deen?Wakey Wines vs Mo Deen takes place on Friday, May 16.It is part of the Misfits 21 boxing card, which is headlined by Darren Till vs Darren Stewart and Idris Virgo vs Ty Mitchell.The event is set to start at 5pm and will be held at the Vailant Live arena in Derby.It is not yet known at what time Wakey Wines vs Mo Deen will make their ring walks.Is Wakey Wines vs Mo Deen on TV and can I live stream it?The whole Misfits card, including Wakey Wines vs Mo Deen, will be aired by DAZN.Coverage can be found on DAZN TV, which is an additional package on most TV services.It can also be live streamed on the DAZN website and via the downloadable app. DAZN is available annually for £119.99 (or £14.99 monthly).There is also a flexible pass – which can be cancelled at any time – for £24.99 monthly.DAZN coverage will start at 7pm.Alternatively, SunSport will live blog the entire card.What’s been said?Mo Deen told Fred Talks Fighting: “I’m going to hurt him, I pray to God, I want to hurt this guy.”I’ve got beef with this guy for a long time. I’m gonna smoke this guy.”He’s ruined a lot of people’s lives. “I’m his karma.” More

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    Chase DeMoor vs Tank Tolman: start time, TV channel, stream and full card as they meet for Misfits heavyweight title

    THE Misfits heavyweight title is on the line in Derby, as Chase DeMoor clashes Tank Tolman THIS WEEKEND!Netflix star DeMoor is set to continue his redemption arc and is currently on a run of five wins in a row following four losses to start his career.Chase DeMoor is continuing his redemption arc, winning five in a row after losing his first fourCredit: GettyToo Hot to Handle star DeMoor (left) is the Misfits heavyweight championCredit: GettyTanner ‘Tank’ Tolman will step into the boxing ring for the first timeCredit: Instagram / @tanktolmanTolman (left) has previously fought in MMA and has a 2-1 recordCredit: Instagram / @tanktolmanDeMoor, who rose to fame on Too Hot To Handle, was set to clash with Roman Fury on March 29, but after KSI cancelled his fight with Dillon Danis the card was postponed until May 16.As such, DeMoor will now clash Tanner Tolman, with his Msifts heavyweight title on the line.After three professional MMA bouts – and a 2-1 record – Tanner “Tank” Tolman steps into the boxing ring for the first time in his career.Tank is stepping in to fight DeMoor in place of Tommy Fury’s brother Roman, and will be looking to capture the heavyweight belt on his Misfits debut.Read more BoxingWhen is Chase DeMoor vs Tank Tolman?Chase DeMoor vs Tank Tolman is part of the rescheduled Misfits Boxing 21 card.The event takes place on Friday, May 16.The original card was set for March 29, before KSI pulled out of his clash with Dillon Danis.It will be held at the Vaillant Live arena in Derby.How to watch Chase DeMoor vs Tank Tolman and is there a live stream?Misfits 21 will be aired on DAZN TV and streamed on their website and downloadable app.DAZN costs £14.99 month or £119.99 annually, or £24.99 on a flexible deal that can be cancelled at any time.The card is set to start at 5pm with DAZN coverage from 7pm.Ring walk times have not yet been announced, but DeMoor vs Tolman is expected at around 8pm.Alternatively, SunSport will live blog all the action as it happens.Misfits 21 full cardDarren Till vs Darren Stewart, cruiserweightIdris Virgo vs Ty Mitchell, light heavyweight – MF pro titleChase DeMoor vs Tank Tolman, heavyweight – MFB titleWalid Sharks vs FoxTheG, lightweightJordan Banjo vs Wil Anderson, heavyweightAmir Anderson vs TBA, middleweightJoey Knight vs Andy Howson, lightweightWakey Wines vs MoDeen, heavyweightDylan Price vs TBA, super bantamweightTempo Art vs Big Tobz vs Godson Umeh vs Curtis Pritchard, heavyweight – Survivor Tag bout More

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    Idris Virgo vs Ty Mitchell: Start time, TV channel, stream & full card as they meet for Misfits light heavyweight title

    IDRIS VIRGO clashes with Ty Mitchell in the co-main event of Misfits 21 in Derby THIS WEEKEND!Virgo steps into the ring for the first time in 2025 after beating Benson Henderson by unanimous decision on Misfits 18 in September last year.Idris Virgo returns to Misfits action following his victory over Benson HendersonCredit: GettyTy Mitchell has a 3-2 record and won his last fight by KOFormer Love Islander Virgo, 31, comes into the clash with an almost perfect record, remaining unbeaten at 12-0-1.The only clash he failed to win was in May 2019, as his clash against Rene Molik was ended after doctors advised Molik was unfit to fight after sustaining a cut on his eye.Ty Mitchell comes into the bout at 3-2-0 in his professional career, but is off the back of a third round KO victory over Thomas Harnett on Misfits 20.Mitchell also has the advantage of fighting in front of his home crowd in Derby.Read More MisfitsThe pair will co-main event Misfits 21, with Darren Till and Darren Stewart set to go on last on the night.How to watch Idris Virgo vs Ty Mitchell and is there a live stream?Idris Virgo vs Ty Mitchell is part of the rescheduled Misfits Boxing 21 card.The original event was set for March 29, before KSI pulled out of his clash with Dillon Danis.Misfits 21, which will be held at the Vailant Live arena in Derby is live on DAZN.DAZN can be found as an additional subscription on TVs.It can also be live streamed on the DAZN website or the downloadable app.A DAZN subscription is £119.99 or £14.99 per month, or £24.99 on a flexible commitment that can be cancelled at any timeAlternatively, SunSport will live blog all of Misfits 21 as it happens.When does Idris Virgo vs Ty Mitchell start?The main card is expected to get underway around 5pm BST.Coverage of the card is live from 7pm BST on DAZN.The main event is expected at around 10.30pm BST, but bouts are subject to change.We will provide full information when it is confirmed.Misfits 21 full cardDarren Till vs Darren Stewart, cruiserweightIdris Virgo vs Ty Mitchell, light heavyweight – MF pro titleChase DeMoor vs Tank Tolman, heavyweight, MFB titleWalid Sharks vs FoxTheG, lightweightJordan Banjo vs Wil Anderson, heavyweightAmir Anderson vs TBA, middleweightJoey Knight vs Andy Howson, lightweightWakey Wines vs MoDeen, heavyweightDylan Price vs TBA, super bantamweightTempo Art vs Big Tobz vs Godson Umeh vs Curtis Pritchard, heavyweight – Survivor Tag boutMost read in Boxing More

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    Tommy Fury will fight on same card as own brother with Love Island star set for family affair

    TOMMY FURY and brother Roman will fight on the same boxing card.The 2019 Love Islander beat YouTube’s biggest boxing stars in Jake Paul and KSI in 2023 – but has not returned since. Roman Fury and brother Tommy will fight on the same card in HungaryCredit: @romanfury_Fury 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.It led to speculation over Fury’s future in boxing – but he took to social media to announce his comeback fight on May 9 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. READ MORE IN BOXINGRoman, 28, posted: “May 9, Budapest, back with a BANG.” The cruiserweight was due to fight Misfits Boxing rival Chase DeMoor, 28, on KSI’s undercard in March.But KSI withdrew with illness and the event has not yet been rescheduled. Tommy – still linked with a rematch with Paul afer his split-decision win in Saudi Arabia – posted: “Two years out. One surgery. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”The hardest battle I’ve faced has been the mental battle of being away from boxing. “But I’m back stronger, sharper, and more HUNGARY than ever. May 9th, Budapest… It’s showtime. Let’s go!” Tommy, 25, is also still believed to be contracted to Misfits – amid rumours of also rematching KSI, 31, following his controversial win. Tommy Fury beat Jake Paul in February 2023Credit: GettyKSI was beaten by controversial decision against Tommy Fury in October 2023 More

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    Tommy Fury confirms boxing comeback against mystery opponent after ‘hardest battle I’ve faced’

    TOMMY FURY has confirmed that he will return to action in HUNGARY on May 9.The boxer, 25, has not fought since defeating KSI in October 2023.Tommy Fury has not fought since 2023Credit: GettyFury, 25, has announced his boxing returnCredit: Instagram / Tommy FuryFury, who still possesses an unblemished 10-0 record, will finally set foot inside the ring again next month, although his opponent has not yet been announced.Confirming the bout, which will not be under the Misfits banner, TNT wrote on Instagram: “Two years out. One surgery.”The hardest battle I’ve faced has been the mental battle of being away from boxing.”But I’m back stronger, sharper, and more HUNGARY than ever.READ MORE IN SPORT”May 9th, Budapest… It’s showtime. Let’s go!”Prior to his bout with KSI, Fury narrowly overcame Jake Paul via split decision in February 2023.The Problem Child’s team claim that Fury snubbed a $6million (£4.5m) offer to rematch on Netflix last year.Earlier this month, a member of Paul’s team said that TNT would not be getting another lucrative offer to take him on again.Most read in BoxingBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKPaul’s promotional partner Nakisa Bidarian told SunSport: “Tommy was offered an unbelievable deal to headline versus Jake on Netflix and they had a false sense of expectations.”Jake’s not gonna ever offer him that kind of money again. Now if Tommy Fury showed up and said, ‘Jake, here is $20million to fight me and I’m gonna make $20million.’ Right, all the power to you.Jake Paul reveals Tommy Fury is harder puncher than Mike Tyson but brands Love Island star ‘airhead’ “But they’ve never made an offer once. And we’ve made multiple offers to try to make that rematch happen. “And if you’re very confident that you’re gonna be Jake Paul, you should have jumped at the opportunity to fight him for $6million plus upside on Netflix.”It’s just beyond ridiculous that they didn’t.”Despite claims to the contrary, rumours have persisted that Fury and Paul could still rematch this winter.The Problem Child, hoping to stay active, is expected to also fight this summer.While Fury has had a lengthy lay-off, Paul has continued to be active in the ring.Since losing to TNT, the only defeat of his career to date, Paul has beaten Nate Diaz, Andre August, Ryan Bourland, Mike Perry and Mike Tyson.Fury, meanwhile, had been due to return against Darren Till on January 18 in Manchester.Read More on The SunHe sensationally withdrew from the fight, however, after Till threatened to “kick” him in the head.The former UFC star stayed on the card, instead defeating Anthony Taylor.Darren Till beat Anthony Taylor in ManchesterCredit: Getty More

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    ‘People talk a lot of s***’ – KSI defended by his coach for being spotted at concert a week after pulling out of fight

    KSI has been defended by his boxing coach after being spotted at an Usher concert – one week after pulling out of his fight with Dillon Danis. The YouTuber was due to face MMA star Danis on March 29 in Manchester – but he withdrew with a week to go after falling ill. KSI was spotted at an Usher concert a week after pulling out of fighting Dillon DanisAlexis Demetriades is the coach of KSIBut Danis hit out at KSI after the British social media sensation was spotted at an Usher concert at the O2. Derek Chisora posted a video on his Instagram story showing KSI in attendance and Danis said: “You can’t make this s*** up. “@KSI faked the sniffles. He’s a scared little b***h. I was told he couldn’t get out of bed, and he’s out on the night of the fight? WTF.”KSI’s trainer Alexis Demetriades has since spoken out in defence of the Misfits Boxing co-founder. READ MORE IN BOXINGDemetriades said on Fred Talks Fighting: “It’s quite a strange one for people to jump on that because let’s say I’ve hurt my hand and it’s really hurt, doesn’t mean I can’t go to a concert.”I’m not fighting anymore, I can’t train and put my heart rate at max zones and do my VO2 Max and kill myself in sparring because I can’t fight.”It doesn’t mean I can’t enjoy my life and go out. I think because he’s a high-profile kid a lot of people talk a lot of s*** online like, ‘Why’s here there? What’s he doing?'”He’s been on antibiotics and he’s ill and he can’t fight – doesn’t mean he can’t enjoy his life. It’s a very different scenario.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”I think people read a bit too much into it. He’s a young man that needs to let off some steam. “If he wants to go out and go to a concert, I don’ think there’s an issue with that.KSI issues worrying statement on health battle and gives major update on boxing career after latest fight collapse “He’s been ill for a month off with two sets of antibiotics and a lot of pressure for him to make this work and it didn’t work out.”KSI, 31, is yet to return since suffering defeat for the first time, losing a controversial decision to Tommy Fury, 25, in October 2023. He was due to fight in August but pulled out with an injured hand before his most recent illness. And KSI – who founded Misfits to home to celebrity-style crossover bouts – even refused to confirm if he will fight again. But coach Demetriades does expect the Britain’s Got Talent judge to fight again and opened the door to a bout with Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. He said: “We’d love that fight, I think stylistically it’s a great fight.”And also, because the fight everyone wants and we want is the Jake Paul fight and obviously he doesn’t necessarily want it at the moment.”That’s a great idea for people to see JJ fight somebody that orthodox, that’s 200+lb right now that’s got 56 wins and won a world title. It’s quite a good look for JJ.”He’s been on antibiotics and he’s ill and he can’t fight – doesn’t mean he can’t enjoy his life. KSI’s trainer Alexis DemetriadesChavez – son to the legendary Mexican Julio Cesar Sr – held the WBC middleweight world title from 2011-2012. And he went 12 rounds with Canelo Alvarez in 2017 but has suffered inconsistent form of late. Chavez, 39, was beaten by UFC great Anderson Silva, 49, in 2021 but did beat MMA middleweight Uriah Hall in a crossover boxing bout last summer. He was in talks to fight KSI earlier in the year and has also been linked with facing Paul, 28, in the past. Demetriades also talked down a tune-up fight – despite KSI’s inactivity in the ring. He said: “I’m not about warm-up fights, personally. “I don’t think we need warm-up fights. I think what you do is get a fight camp and go straight into a fight.Read More on The Sun”As far as I’m concerned the sparring that we have and the pressure we put on KSI, he’s a game day kid. He performs on game day.”When he comes out to fight he comes out to fight. I’m not worried about him performing, that’s what he does. He’s very, very good at that.”Julio Cesar Chavez Jr is linked with fighting KSICredit: Esther Lin/MVP More

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    KSI, 31, issues worrying statement on health battle and gives major update on boxing career after latest fight collapse

    KSI has thrown his boxing future into doubt by refusing to confirm whether he will retire or not.The YouTuber-turned-boxer was set to return to the ring on March 29 in Manchester against Dillon Danis. KSI has thrown his boxing future into doubtBut he pulled out due to illness with just a week to go and vowed to reschedule the Misfits Boxing bout. However, there has been no sign of a new date and KSI emotionally refused to rule out the idea of retiring from boxing. He said on his YouTube channel: “When I told Mams [Taylor] and everybody else that I wasn’t going to be able to do this fight, I broke down.”I was there crying in my room because I felt I let everybody down. I know how the internet works, I know how this game goes.READ MORE IN BOXING”If I tried to fight and got into the ring and had a s*** performance, no one would care that I was sick.”My boxing career since I have come back has been problem after problem, and just being unlucky over and over again.”And it is a shame. The amount of stress I have gone through over the last few years. Even with Misfits in general, it’s been stressful.“I feel like I’ve aged in these two and a half years of Misfits being created.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”So, where am I in terms of Boxing? I don’t know. Am I going to retire? I don’t know. Am I going to fight again? I don’t know.”It marks the second pay-per-view fight in a row that KSI has had to withdraw from. Watch the moment BGT’s terrified KSI discovers who tormented him in creepy audition – and it’s someone close to homeHe was due to face YouTuber Slim Albaher and MMA fighter Anthony Taylor in a two-on-one HANDICAP bout last August. But KSI pulled out with an injured hand before scheduling his return against Danis, who is 2-0 in MMA and lost his boxing debut to Logan Paul in 2023. KSI revealed he picked up a viral infection in training and was taking antibiotics. But Danis trolled his rival after footage appeared to show KSI at an Usher concert at the O2 on the night their fight was set to take place. Danis, 31, posted online: “KSI canceled the fight to go to an Usher concert. I’m done.”KSI, 31, is yet to return since suffering his first defeat in the ring, losing a controversial decision to Tommy Fury, 25, in October 2025. Meanwhile Danis now looks set to focus on his MMA return against Tony Ferguson in May. KSI was probed on his boxing future while commentating on Ballers League in a live stream. Read More on The SunAnd he said: “I don’t need to fight, if we’re being honest. Do I really need to fight? Is money low? “Is there a fight that really needs to happen? ‘But Jake Paul.’ Well, I don’t think that’s ever going to happen so besides that what else is there?” KSI has yet to reschedule his fight with Dillon DanisCredit: PA More