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      KSI says there’s more chance of Arsenal winning Premier League than him fighting Jake Paul as YouTuber eyes next bout

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      KSI revealed there is more hope of Arsenal winning the Premier League than Jake Paul accepting to fight him.The YouTuber-turned-boxer is close to announcing his next bout – leading to speculation over who it will be against. KSI refused to give any hints at his next fightHis next fight is close to being confirmedBut KSI was in no mood to give SunSport any clues when probed.He said with a chuckle: “I’m giving you nothing! I’m giving you nothing!”People are just so quick to throw in names all the time. So I’m giving you nothing.”A blockbuster grudge bout with American rival Paul, 27, has long been top of fans’ wishlist READ MORE IN BOXINGBut KSI reckons his beloved Gunners have more chance of winning their first Premier League title since 2004 than the fight happening.That’s despite Mikel Arteta’s side already sitting nine points behind leaders Liverpool after just 12 games.Asked what will come first, he said: “I think Arsenal winning the league. Arsenal winning the league.”KSI, 31, is yet to return since suffering a controversial points loss to Tommy Fury, 25, in October 2023. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA hand injury ruled him out of his proposed return in August in Dublin.He was due to face YouTuber Slim Albaher, 30, and ex-MMA star Anthony Taylor, 34, in a two-on-one HANDICAP bout.KSI’s manager Mams Taylor talks YouTuber’s next fight, Jake Paul talks and Tommy Fury rematch But his manage Mams Taylor – also co-founder of Misfits – told SunSport KSI’s next fight is agreed and close to being announced. And his trainer Alexis Demetriades added: “It’s going to be a huge fight. I’m sure you’ll know the opponent. “It’s going to be a huge fight if we get what we want.” KSI has stepped into the role of promoter ahead of the Misfits Boxing’s Supercard on Thursday in Qatar live on DAZN PPV.And in a shock twist, KSI backed Albaher, 30, to defeat his former friend-turned-rival AnEsonGib, 28, in the Middle East main-event.It comes after becoming tired of Gib’s verbal shots at Misfits.KSI said: “Me and Gib aren’t cool, we’re not friends.”And he wants to take down Misfits. I don’t care for him. I want slim to knock him out. Slim is a company man, that’s it. Simple as that.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’m just trying to be as real as I can be. And people call me two-faced, I see online people calling me two-faced saying like I’m a backstabber this, this that.”Whatever man, I don’t really care I’m just being true to myself. So yeah, f*** Gib and Slim let’s go!”AnEsonGib, KSI and Slim AlbaherCredit: misfits boxing More

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      ‘This is sick, man’ says KSI as clip of USA President Donald Trump drinking Prime goes viral

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      KSI landed on some of the greatest free advertisement of all time when President-elect Donald Trump sipped from a Prime bottle. The YouTube superstar’s brand with former boxing opponent-turned-business partner Logan Paul has boomed since their 2022 launch. Donald Trump sipping from a bottle of PrimeKSI reacting to Trump drinking PrimeIn two years it has already soured past £1BILLION in sales with huge stars from football, boxing and music signed to the company. Manchester City’s Erling Haaland, world champion Terence Crawford and rapper Central Cee are all aligned with Prime. But little did KSI know, political powerhouse Trump and world’s richest man Elon Musk are fans as they drunk Prime at a UFC event. Reacting to the viral clip, KSI, 31, told SunSport: “I saw him drinking it, I saw Elon drinking it, and I was like, ‘This is sick, man. Let’s go.’READ MORE IN BOXING”I thought it was a cool moment, Trump is the President of the United States drinking Prime!”Drinking a creator’s drink. People don’t understand how f***ing mental that is.”KSI’s business portfolio ranges from boxing, Britain’s Got Talent judging and now heading up the newly-founded Ballers League. The league consists of six-a-side games with huge names to be involved from playing and managing – including John Terry and Gary Lineker. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSKSI beamed: “You can already see 2025 is going to be huge. We announced Ballers League, I’m going to be president for that in the UK. “We also have Inside season two coming out next year on Netflix. I’ve got a fight coming up, I’ve got music coming out, YouTube’s booming. KSI’s manager Mams Taylor talks YouTuber’s next fight, Jake Paul talks and Tommy Fury rematch “Everything is booming around me. We have some cool things for Prime, cool things for Lunchly. “All my business and everything is going up and up and up and even with Misfits in general we have a huge card in January Till versus Fury. “I’ve been telling everybody 2025 is the year you’re going to be seeing me everywhere and I didn’t even mention TV. “I was a judge on Britain’s Got Talent, that’s going to come out next year as well. So it’s a lot going on!” This week KSI steps into the role of promoter ahead of the Misfits Boxing’s Supercard in Qatar live on DAZN PPV. And in a shock twist, KSI backed Slim Albaher, 30, to defeat his former friend-turned-rival AnEsonGib, 28, in the Middle East main-event. It comes after becoming tired of Gib’s verbal shots at Misfits. KSI said: “Me and Gib aren’t cool, we’re not friends.”And he wants to take down Misfits. I don’t care for him. I want slim to knock him out. Slim is a company man, that’s it. Simple as that.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’m just trying to be as real as I can be. And people call me two-faced, I see online people calling me two-faced saying like I’m a backstabber this, this that.”Whatever man, I don’t really care I’m just being true to myself. So yeah, f*** Gib and Slim let’s go!”AnEsonGib, KSI and Slim AlbaherCredit: misfits boxing More

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      Who is Dawood Savage? Deji Olatunji’s Misfits Supercard opponent

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      DAWOOD SAVAGE is slowly climbing the ranks to becoming one of the biggest YouTubers of all time – but he’d love nothing more than to secure his first boxing triumph.The man they call ‘Muslim Drake’ is all set to face KSI’s superstar brother Deji.Dawood Savage is a content creator and YouTube boxerCredit: INSTAGRAM @dawoodsavagerHis next opponent is Deji Olatunji — KSI’s brotherCredit: PAAnd here is everything SunSport knows about Dawood Savage.Who is Dawood SavageDawood Tirmizi, better known by his online aliases “Dawood Savage” and “Muslim Drake”, was born in Kabul, Afghanistan on January 3, 1998.He’s an influencer and amateur boxer who has participated in several exhibition matches.The content creator rose to prominence by sharing a variety of skits under his Instagram handle @dawoodsavager, where he has over 177,000 followers as of November 26, 2024.read more on dawood savageHe also runs the grown the DawoodSSAVAGE YouTube channel, which has a whopping 1.12million subscribers and more than 180million views.Dawood created a viral series of skits titled Muslim Rap Battle, with one of his most popular videos gaining over 5million views alone.Upcoming fight with Deji OlatunjiHe is scheduled to fight Deji Olatunji, also known as “The Tank”, on November 28, 2024.Deji is also a well-known British YouTuber and amateur fighter, who has been active in the boxing scene since 2018.Most read in BoxingHe competes in the light-heavyweight division and has a professional record of 2-4-0, meaning he has won two of his fights, lost four and drawn none.Dawood Savage fight recordDawood’s fight record is not particularly strong.He has a record of 0-5-0, so he’s yet to win or draw a fight and has lost them all.All of Dawood’s defeats have come by way of knockout.Fight purseDetails about the purse for the upcoming fight against have not been reported.Poster for the Misfits Qatar SupercardCredit: @MisfitsBoxingIn influencer boxing, purses can vary significantly depending on the popularity of the fighters and the scale of the event.Many of these shows are more about entertainment and social media influence rather than traditional fight purses.Misfits Qatar SupercardThe Misfits Qatar Supercard is as follows:AnEsonGib vs Slim AlbaherSalt Papi vs King KennyHS TikkyTokky vs Masai WarriorDeji vs Dawood SavageJarvis vs Ben WilliamsNichLmao vs Warren SpencerLil CraCra vs YuddyGangTVChase DeMoor vs KelzLuis Alcaraz Pineda vs SwarmzAmir Anderson vs NeerajREAD MORE SUN STORIESHow to watch Desi Olatunji vs Dawood SavageThe fight is on the Misfits Qatar Supercard, which will take place on Thursday, November 28.The fight will be shown LIVE on DAZNThe show will begin at around 6pm GMTYou can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £9.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of actionA flexible pass, worth £19.99-a-month, is also available, and you can cancel anytimeYou can also pay £99.99 for the year upfront, and this is the lowest cost optionDAZN subscribers can live-stream the fight via the DAZN appThe DAZN app is available to download for FREE on your mobile or tablet deviceAlternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action via SunSport’s live blog More

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      KSI’s next fight ‘AGREED’ and ‘very close’ to being announced… as Tommy Fury rematch remains in pipeline for 2025

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      KSI has “AGREED” his next fight with an announcement on the horizon. The YouTuber-turned-boxer has been sidelined since his controversial October 2023 loss to Tommy Fury on points. KSI is close to confirming his next fightCredit: misfits boxing A rematch with Tommy Fury remains in the worksCredit: AlamyA hand injury ruled him out of his proposed return in August in Dublin. He was due to face YouTuber Slim Albaher, 30, and ex-MMA star Anthony Taylor, 34, in a two-on-one HANDICAP bout. But KSI’s manager Mams Taylor revealed they are just waiting to put pen to paper on a deal before announcing the mystery next opponent. Taylor told SunSport in Doha: “Very close, very close. It’s all agreed it’s just the formality of getting the contracts over the lines.”READ MORE IN BOXINGFury pulled out of I’m a Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here! after receiving an offer from KSI’s Misfits Boxing banner. And despite rumours, it was not for a rematch but instead for the former Love Islander to face ex-UFC star Darren Till, 31, on January 18.But Taylor has warned not to rule out KSI, 31, rematching, 25, Fury in the near future. He said: “I’ll just say this; anything’s possible in the weird and wonderful world of Misfits.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Certainly the rematch is on KSI’s bucket list. Whether it happens next year or the year after, whatever.”We definitely have some immediate plans and so does Tommy with Darren Till. So let’s take it one step at a time.”AnEsonGib hits back at ‘unauthentic’ KSI after Misfits Boxing boss backs Slim Albaher to BEAT former friend-turned-rivalFury beat KSI at a catchweight of 183lb (13st 1lb) but moves all the way up to 205lb (14st 6lb) to fight Till. But Taylor is not concerned about the jump up in weight – so long that Fury can shrink back down to fight KSI. He said: “KSI just doesn’t have the frame to be 205 and be at his best. “So it’s not a matter of, ‘Oh he doesn’t want the fight.’ He just wants to fight at his best. “And I feel like he has a big enough name certainly where he can fight at whatever weight he wants and there’s always going to be someone.” Tommy Fury beat KSI via controversial decisionCredit: Getty More

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      AnEsonGib hits back at ‘unauthentic’ KSI after Misfits Boxing boss backs Slim Albaher to BEAT former friend-turned-rival

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      ANESONGIB has branded KSI “unauthentic” after his former friend-turned-rival backed Slim Albaher to win their Misfits Boxing bout. Gib faces Slim in Qatar on DAZN PPV on Thursday night to settle years of feuding with the American. AnEsonGib between KSI and Slim AlbaherCredit: Misfits boxing Gib, left next to KSI, is involved in a feud with his former friendAnd in a shock twist, KSI has thrown his support to Slim despite his past friendship with Gib. But Gib told SunSport in response: “It just seemed unauthentic. My guess is he’s trying to sell the fight because everyone else is boring.” KSI, 31, and Gib, 28, share a mutual circle of friends and even began boxing at the same time in the same gym. But their relationship strained when Gib started to take shots at KSI’s Misfits promotion – which homes to celebrity-style crossover bouts. READ MORE IN BOXINGAnd despite once being signed to fight Slim amid a rivalry of their own – he is in the New Yorker’s corner against newfound enemy Gib. KSI said: “I want Slim to win. I want Slim to put down Gib once and for all because this brother’s been talking for the longest time. “And now I know everyone’s saying me and Gib are friends, this, this, that, that. Me and Gib aren’t friends. “We hardly ever talk, OK. So let’s get this straight, we sparred, I beat him, I destroyed him, he is not on my level. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”So I want Slim to show the world that he is better than Gib and finally shut him up.” Already talk has turned to a grudge match between KSI and Gib down the line. But Gib responded: “I’m taking out the best at 168 so I can’t wait to do that and I’m not looking past Slim. “We are three days away from a fight, we’re solely focussed on that fight.” Misfits Boxing press conference descends into chaos More

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      ‘Welcome to Misfits’ says KSI as brawl erupts at press conference with Netflix stars causing chaos in Qatar

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      NETFLIX stars Chase Demoor and Kelz Dyke got into a press conference brawl just days before their Misfits Boxing fight.The heavyweight pair – who both featured on Too Hot to Handle – feature on the the “Supercard” in Qatar.Chase Demoor and Kelz Dyke got into a brawl in QatarCredit: Misfits Boxing But the fight threatened to start early at the press conference at the plush five-star Rixos hotel in Doha.As the pair traded verbal blows, DeMoor sparked carnage after throwing water on Kelz.And before long the rivals began tussling on stage as security somehow got between the 6ft+ duo.Misfits co-founder and boxer KSI was left in hysterics and shouted out: “Welcome to Misfits.”READ MORE IN BOXINGBoth shot to fame on reality TV show Too Hot to Handle, with Kelz featuring on series one and DeMoor following the season after. DeMoor has had five bouts in the ring, winning two including a professional fight against winless Terrick Maven. And 1-0 Kelz was quick to dismiss the win, saying: “You picked a guy who was 0-4.” But DeMoor hit back: “He’s better than you. He would belt to your ass. He would knock those sunglasses off you face.” Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAfter a serious of back-and-forths, DeMoor walked over and chucked water on his British opponent to spark the brawl. The event is to be headlined by YouTubers AnEsonGib and Slim Albaher live on DAZN PPV. Jake Paul and Eddie Hearn wanted to sign me after Olympic snub but I signed for KSI and Misfits Boxing… here’s why More

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

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      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 Swarmz in stunning FIVE-STONE weight loss after ditching cheeseburgers for healthy diet

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      RAPPER Swarmz has lost a sensational FIVE-STONE after ditching cheeseburgers for a healthy boxing diet. The recording artist was thrust into the influencer boxing scene in August 2022 when he fought superstar KSI on two weeks notice.Rapper Swarmz has lost five stone since boxingCredit: ReutersHe is now ripped at 12st 5lbSwarmz weighed 17st 6lb when he first walked into the boxing gym – now he is fighting at 12st 5lb. The singer returns on Thursday in Qatar against boxer Luis Pineda – the man KSI beat also beat on the same night as Swarmz’s debut. And he told SunSport in Doha: “I’m always prepared, ready, coaches are always training me. “This was a last-minute fight but I’m always ready, stay ready, born ready.READ MORE IN BOXING”I feel like boxing itself mentally makes you disciplined and since I started boxing, I bang out gym everyday. “My occupation before this was music and I do gym more than music now. I feel like it’s in my blood now.” Gone are the days of a Big Mac and fries for Swarmz, who now lives off a slither of salmon and vegetables.He said: “Diet’s been good. Now I’m used to it, it’s my sixth fight. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”When I first started, not gonna lie it’s very hard to try block out cheeseburgers and stuff like that.” But he said with a grin: “Sometimes you can eat bad… but you’ve gotta work harder in the gym!” Swarmz has been rapping since 2017 but reveals just his two years in boxing has been way tougher. He said: “It’s not even a question. I’ve done football as well, boxing is the hardest thing I’ve ever done. “It takes long to learn, I’ve only been in it two years, I’m gonna learn more along the way but it’s been a great journey.” Misfits Boxing star Salt Papi was fighting BLIND before £6,000 eye surgery and opens up on THREE STONE transformation More