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      Floyd Mayweather ‘carried’ McGregor in their fight and won in round ten just as he predicted he would, reveals Broner

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      ADRIEN BRONER said Floyd Mayweather pre-planned to stop Conor McGregor in ten rounds and ‘carried’ him during their fight.
      McGregor, 32, found success in the opening rounds of his boxing debut in 2017 but tired late on as Mayweather, 43, upped the tempo.

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      Adrien Broner said Floyd Mayweather pre-planned to stop Conor McGregor in ten rounds and ‘carried’ him during their fight

      The exhausted Irishman was halted a round after being saved by the bell in the at the end of the ninth.
      But Mayweather’s former protege and friend Broner, 31, claimed it was all part of his tactical masterplan to take McGregor past his comfort zone.
      Broner told VladTV: “He carried him to the tenth round, stopped him, like he told me he was going to do.
      “MMA fighters, they don’t fight 12 rounds, they fight three-five rounds. They don’t fight 12 rounds.”

      The lucrative money-fight proved to be Mayweather’s fifth and final as a pro.
      McGregor has also since retired, hanging up the gloves in June, despite teasing a boxing return online against 41-year-old Manny Pacquiao.
      Mayweather is again training, and southpaw sparring partner Denis Douglin revealed the former pay-per-view king could be preparing to rematch The Notorious.
      It comes after the unbeaten American last year announced he was ‘coming out of retirement in 2020’ to work with UFC boss Dana White.

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      Broner is open to boxing a UFC star Credit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Broner – who has not fought since losing to Pacquiao in January 2019 – has also thrown his name into the hat to box one of White’s UFC stars.
      He explained: “Hell yeah. You’ve got to think, that’s crossing two support systems.
      “You’ve got the UFC support, then you’ve got the boxing supporters, so the fight’s automatically going to be big.
      “Especially if it’s a big-name UFC fighter.
      “I’d fight anyone of those motherf***ers, though.”

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      Pacquiao urged to better Mayweather and become ‘best boxer of all time’ by beating UFC star McGregor in quicker time

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      MANNY PACQUIAO has been urged to better Floyd Mayweather’s win over UFC star Conor McGregor.
      Mayweather – who beat Pacquiao in 2015 – stopped McGregor after ten rounds in 2017.

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      Conor McGregor was beaten by Floyd Mayweather in 2017 Credit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Pacquiao has been linked with a fight against McGregor Credit: Getty Images – Getty
      It proved to be his last professional fight, but former UFC champion McGregor previously announced plans to box again.
      Pacquiao went on to sign for Paradigm Sports – who also work with The Notorious – fuelling speculation of another crossover mega-fight.
      And PacMan’s assistant Jayke Joson feels it would give the Filipino the chance to surpass Mayweather by beating McGregor in quicker fashion.
      Joson told Manilla Times: “The result of the fight will give us the answer to the question who is the best boxer of all time.

      “And who’s the better boxer, Mayweather, who won after 10 rounds or Senator MP?
      “That’s why everybody wants to see Pacquiao versus McGregor to compare it to the Mayweather versus McGregor fight.”
      McGregor last fought in January, beating 36-year-old Donald Cerrone, but revealed before the fight that he was offered the chance to face Pacquiao.
      The Irishman since announced his retirement, but continued to tease a comeback to the ring against PacMan.

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      Pacquiao, an eight-division champion, is in line to fight only twice more before retiring and running for president in the Philippines.
      And it was revealed his home fans want the boxing legend to face McGregor before hanging up the gloves.
      But his strength and conditioning coach Justin Fortune is not so convinced.
      Trainer Fortune said: “Why even make that guy rich?
      “And it will do absolutely nothing for Pacquiao as far as his legacy.
      “Manny will destroy Conor McGregor inside the three rounds. He will obliterate him I mean, my God, this is boxing.
      “We are boxers. McGregor is an MMA guy and we can’t do MMA, and he can’t box, that’s very simple.”

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      McGregor was stopped in ten rounds against Mayweather Credit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Tyson Fury vows to KO ‘big s***house’ Drew McIntyre as Gypsy King eyes WWE world title to add to boxing belts

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      TYSON FURY has promised to KO ‘big s***house’ Drew McIntyre and add the Scot’s WWE crown to his own world heavyweight boxing title.
      The Gypsy King revved up his social media war of words with McIntyre by urging the wrestling hero to arrange their British bust-up.

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      Tyson Fury has thrown down the gauntlet and wants to KO WWE superstar Drew McIntyre

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      WWE world champ Drew McIntyre insists he is keen to take on the Gypsy King
      Fury, 32, admits he is increasingly frustrated in the gym as his trilogy fight with Deontay Wilder gets delayed.
      And the 6ft 9ins superstar posted a Twitter video to tell McIntyre: “Big Drew. Big s***house Drew. Listen. Contact my people, Nick Khan, and let’s get it on.
      “Get Triple H or Vince (McMahon) to contact Nick and let’s get this fight over the line.”
      And he warned the 35-year-old to forget about his famous Claymore Kick finish – as he is sure he will deliver a devastating finale of his own.

      He said: “I’m going to grab your hair. I’ll swing you around that ring.
      “Never mind Claymore, you’re going to get knocked the F out by the Gypsy King.
      “That’s my promise, mush.”
      Fury made a stunning WWE debut last October in Saudi Arabia as he KO’d Braun Strowman with a huge punch at Crown Jewel.  

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      He then upgraded his thrilling draw of December 2018 against Wilder into a stylish seven-round dethroning of the American WBC champ in February this year.
      Fury is so well known around the world now that, ahead of potential fights against Anthony Joshua next year, he has even applied to trademark his own name.
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      Brock Lesnar slammed as a ‘fraud in MMA’ and called out for BARE-KNUCKLE fight by Vitor Belfort after quitting WWE

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      BROCK LESNAR has been slammed as a “fraud in MMA” and called out to a bare-knuckle fight by Vitor Belfort.
      Lesnar, 43, is a free agent after his WWE contract expired, leading to speculation that he could make a fighting return.

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      Brock Lesnar became a free agent after his WWE contract expired

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      Vitor Belfort called out ex-UFC champion Lesnar
      Former UFC fighter Belfort – now signed to ONE Championship – has thrown his name into that hat to face the crossover star, even with just “bare hands”.
      He told  Submission Radio: “Brock Lesnar, I think you’re a fraud. But I’ll give you a chance.
      “I think you’re a fraud. If you really want to fight with me, let’s go bare hands, me and you.
      “We put the gloves, we go combat, you know? I know you’re a very tough man. I heard you’re a grappler, but I’ll fight you, man.

      “I’ll fight you any day, any time, and I think that’s a legendary fight right there. But I think he’s a fraud in MMA.”
      Lesnar first made the career switch to MMA in 2007 and a year later lost his UFC debut to Frank Mir.
      By 2008 he won the heavyweight title after beating UFC legend Randy Couture and successfully defended it against Mir and Shane Carwin.

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      But in 2011, after losing to Alistair Overeem in the first round, Lesnar announced his UFC retirement – citing health issues.

      He did made a brief return in 2016 to beat Mark Hunt at UFC 200, but his comeback was marred in controversy.
      Lesnar failed pre and post-fight drug tests with the result changing to a no-contest.
      He flirted with another UFC run last year to challenge heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier, but eventually re-signed with WWE.
      Dana White is open to welcoming Lesnar back to the octagon, after heavyweight newbie Jon Jones called out the former champion.

      But despite his accolades in the cage and outside, Belfort insisted he “doesn’t deserve” the attention he garners having been fast tracked in his career.
      He said: “I respect fighters that really paid their way. They deserve to be in the spotlight.
      “But, you know, I understand he can be in the spotlight of WWE. So, that’s what I mean.
      “A fraud for MMA is this. He doesn’t deserve it, but he sells, man.
      “Let’s go Brock. I’ll put my hands on you. That would be nice. I’ll make him pink.”

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      Paige VanZant will have ‘smooth transition’ into bare-knuckle boxing from UFC as she is ‘thirsty for knowledge’

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      PAIGE VANZANT will have a “smooth transition” into bare-knuckle boxing from the UFC as she is “thirsty for knowledge”.
      That is according to her striking coach Gabriel de Oliveira, who has the task of moulding the 26-year-old into a fully-fledged puncher.

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      Paige VanZant has been tipped to have a ‘smooth transition’ into bare-knuckle boxing from the UFC

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      VanZant signed for Bare Knuckle Boxing Fighting Championship after her UFC contract expired.
      VanZant, who has never boxed before, signed for Bare Knuckle Boxing Fighting Championship after her UFC contract expired.
      Her trainer told MMA Fighting: “We’ll have more time to work with Paige, because she will only fight in November or early next year.
      “We don’t have the date set yet – but we’ve already seen how she moves. She’s not totally raw.
      “We’ll have to work, add some concepts and change a few concepts she’s carrying over, but I think it’s going to be a smooth transition.

      “The most important is that she’s willing to do it.
      “One cool thing about her is that we say something and she does it, she wants to learn, she’s thirsty for knowledge.”
      After announcing the shock switch, VanZant – who has modelled for Sports Illustrated – insisted she does not fear suffering a nasty gash at the hands of an exposed fist.

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      She said:  “I understand people think I’m cute but I’m a fighter and an athlete first and foremost. 

      “A cut on your face always heals. I’ve been cut open before and people still think I’m pretty, and it hasn’t hurt my career yet.
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      Conor McGregor taunts Floyd Mayweather on three-year fight anniversary as UFC legend claims he ‘carried’ boxer

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      CONOR McGREGOR taunted Floyd Mayweather on their three-year fight anniversary after claiming he “carried” the boxer in the bout.
      McGregor lost his boxing debut in ten rounds against Mayweather, who would go on to retire a perfect 50-0.

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      Conor McGregor taunted Floyd Mayweather on their three-year fight anniversary
      The Irishman started well, winning some of the opening rounds, before his legendary opponent upped the pace and controlled the action.
      Many claimed Mayweather surrendered the early session to tire McGregor.
      But the former UFC champion flipped the narrative and goaded it was him who helped Mayweather along the way.
      He wrote online: “3 years ago today I carried Floyd for his final boxing match.

      “Wow time flies when you’re stacking cheddar. Happy retirement champ.”
      Despite Mayweather not fighting professionally since, McGregor has been campaigning for a rematch.

      Before his UFC comeback in January, which he won against Donald Cerrone in 40 seconds, he was adamant about boxing the 43-year-old again.
      McGregor told ESPN: “I know I beat Floyd, I’d beat Floyd if we rematched, when we rematch.

      “He’s not gonna do a mixed martial arts bout like he said. It was supposed to be me boxing, and then we’ll do a mixed martial arts bout.
      “That was what was said. And it came out of his mouth as well, and it was not written, but it was a verbal agreement.
      “And obviously, that’s not gonna happen. I’m not going to push him on that, either.
      “But I would like to box him. I think that would be a good rematch.”

      But McGregor has not fought since the new year and even retired in June, having grown frustrated during coronavirus lockdown having been unable to compete.
      Following his announcement, Mayweather was on hand to offer the Irish southpaw a rematch, should he have a change in heart.
      He said: “If I’m not mistaken, didn’t you tell Mike Tyson you could beat me if we fought a second time.
      “Now you’re quitting! I thought you wanted to beat the best? Well, if you decide to come back, I will be waiting to punish you again.”
      Mayweather last year announced he was “coming out of retirement in 2020” to work with UFC boss Dana White.
      White revealed the American plans to box again, but ruled out a lucrative second fight with McGregor.

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      The promoter told  TMZ Sports: “I know he would rematch Conor McGregor but I don’t know if you heard about this but Conor McGregor’s retired.
      “When I’m doing things right now and running business, I don’t even think about Conor. Conor is retired. 
      “As of right here now today, Conor is retired until Conor tells me differently, I’m not trying to make any fights for Conor.”

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      McGregor lost his boxing debut to Floyd Mayweather in 2017 Credit: Getty – Contributor

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      The pair have fulled speculation over a rematch Credit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Katie Taylor eyeing crossover boxing match with MMA stars Amanda Nunes, Cris Cyborg or Holly Holm

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      IRISH superstar Katie Taylor is eyeing a crossover boxing match against an MMA fighter.
      And Amanda Nunes, Cris Cyborg or Holly Holm – all current or former champions – are on the list of potential opponents.

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      Katie Taylor is eyeing a cross over boxing match against an MMA fighter

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      Former UFC rivals Amanda Nunes and Cris Cyborg
      After the undisputed lightweight champion secured a repeat rematch win over Delphine Persoon, the Olympic hero is already seeking a different challenge.
      But having already conquered two divisions, and seen welterweight legend Cecilia Braekhus losing her belts, Taylor could now have to look for challengers from a different sport.
      Taylor’s long term manager Brian Peters told The Telegraph: “What we want is legacy fights now for Katie.
      “And that means getting her in the ring with the biggest names from anywhere in the fight sports industry – Cyborg, Holm, Nunes – an MMA/boxing crossover fight with is now viable because there is a growing interest in women’s fighting.

      “You have to get her respect by standing and fighting, which I did in some parts.”Katie Taylor admits she enjoys the tear-up ‘too much’ after more disciplined Delfine Persoon win 👇
      — Sky Sports Boxing (@SkySportsBoxing) August 23, 2020

      “We saw it with Conor McGregor and Floyd Mayweather and there is no reason why Katie could not do a similar thing. There is mania for her in Ireland.”
      Taylor was touted to potentially step up to welterweight to face Braekhus.
      But her former opponent Jessica McCaskill ripped all the belts away Braekhus, putting her in line for a rematch against Taylor.
      Or the Irishwoman could face seven-weight champion Amanda Serrano in another super-fight, having already beaten her sister Cindy.

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      Whatever Taylor’s next move is, promoter Eddie Hearn promised the 34-year-old will be rewarded, following her thriller against Persoon.
      He said: “Katie wants the biggest fights out there and we will get them all for her.
      “She is a brilliant boxer and showed how great she is in this rematch.”

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      Oscar De La Hoya comeback mocked by Dana White who says ‘cocaine isn’t cheap’ in wake of boxer’s drug addiction battle

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      OSCAR DE LA HOYA’s fight comeback has been mocked by Dana White.
      The UFC president has enjoyed a frosty relationship over the years with boxer-turned-promoter De La Hoya, who announced his plans to return to the ring last week.

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      De La Hoya announced his comeback plans last week and has struggled with addiction in the years since his retirement
      De La Hoya, 47, has admitted to alcohol and substance abuse since his retirement, and is understood to have received treatment for addiction on multiple occasions.
      When asked about the comeback at last night’s UFC post-fight press conference, White made reference to De La Hoya’s previous drug use.
      He said: “Cocaine isn’t cheap.
      “It’s expensive. You’ve got to make money.”

      De La Hoya retired in April 2009, four months after defeat to Manny Pacquaio marked his fourth loss in seven fights.

      De La Hoya earned the nickname Golden Boy during his 16 years as a professional.
      But his squeaky-clean image was tarnished in 2011 after he was admitted to a rehab clinic in California and confessed to cheating on his wife as well as his struggles with addiction.
      De La Hoya has made it clear he will not be following in the footsteps of Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr by putting on an exhibition match for his comeback, and is looking to add to his 39-6 professional record.

      De La Hoya said: “Any top guy, any top guy out there.
      “All these fighters are not at the level that was 15, 20 years [ago].”

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      De La Hoya, who won Olympic gold at Barcelona 1992, won 11 world titles across six different weight categories in his 16-year professional career.
      He is ranked as the 13th-best pound-for-pound boxer of all time by BoxRec.
      De La Hoya has already been called out by Amir Khan since announcing his comeback plans.

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