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      Floyd Mayweather, 45, called out to $200m exhibition fight by former protege-turned rival Adrien Broner

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      FLOYD MAYWEATHER has been called out to a $200million exhibition fight by his former protege-turned rival Adrien Broner. The boxing legend has returned for five spectacle bouts since officially retiring in 2017 after beating UFC star Conor McGregor.
      Floyd Mayweather has been called out by Adrien BronerCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Adrien Broner is set to return on February 25 against Ivan RedkachCredit: Tom Hogan / BLK Prime
      His most recent was in November against YouTuber Deji, 25, in Dubai, which he won in round six.
      Now Broner, who was once mentored by Mayweather, wants to cash in with an exhibition against his old idol.
      He said on Round Da Way podcast: “These last couple of exhibitions that Floyd has been doing, he’s been getting threes, fours, fives, eights.
      “He say, ‘I got 10 million, 20 million.’ OK, cool. If that’s what he say, cool.
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      “But if me and him do an exhibition, automatically off the top, you got to give him 100million, and you’ve got to give me 100million.”
      Broner, a former four-division champion, was taken under Mayweather’s wing and was once primed to inherit the American legend’s throne.
      But inactivity and ill discipline out of the ring cost the current welterweight star throughout his prime.
      The pair subsequently became distanced over the years amid rumours of a rift between them.
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      Broner, 33, is now set to return on February 25 against Ivan Redkach, 36, having not fought since February 2021.
      Meanwhile, Mayweather, 45, has teased a return next month while eyeing a UK boxing debut.
      He told The Telegraph: “A bout is planned in the UK for 2023.
      “In February we’re looking forward to coming here and putting on an exhibition for the fans in the UK.
      “I’ve never had a chance to come over here and fight when I was actively boxing as a professional.
      “So hopefully in February I’ll come over and do an exhibition if it’s possible.”
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      Jake Paul admits he is ‘tired of beating these old dudes’ after being called out by Conor McGregor’s ex-opponent

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      JAKE PAUL admitted he is “tired of beating these old dudes” after being called out by Donald Cerrone. The YouTuber-turned prizefighter is 6-0 in his boxing career, most recently beating UFC legend Anderson Silva, 47.
      Jake Paul after beating Anderson SilvaCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Conor McGregor fought Donald Cerrone in 2020Credit: Reuters
      That came after a pair of wins over former UFC champion Tyron Woodley, 40, and retired welterweight Ben Askren, 38.
      So Paul, 25, has no interest in facing “Cowboy” Cerrone, 39, who retired from the UFC last year.
      He told The Schmo: “I mean I don’t know, I’m kind of tired of beating these old dudes up like that.
      “You know what I’m saying? So, I’m just trying to get someone in there who is younger.
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      “But they’re all scared, honestly. They’re just trying to protect their records.”
      Paul has already confirmed he is set to return in February, following his points win over eight rounds against Silva.
      And 8-0 Tommy Fury, 23, remains a possible opponent with the pair of celebrity boxing rivals still in talks to fight.
      Twice Fury has been forced to pull out of the grudge match before, due to a rib injury and US visa issue, but negotiations to once again reschedule are ongoing.
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      Meanwhile Cerrone, who lost to Conor McGregor, 34, in 2020, has thrown his name into the hat to fight Paul.
      He said on the Thiccc Boy Studios: “Would I like to fight him? How could I say no to millions of dollars?
      “I would definitely go out there and do it, but I’m not sitting here saying, ‘Jake you’re a YouTuber, you’re not worth a f***, blah blah blah.’ No, man.
      “You’re making money and if you want to throw some money my way, I’m with you. The Jake Paul phenomenon is kind of crazy, it’s got everyone calling him out.
      “It’s kind of like the big Conor push. I feel like that’s happening with Jake Paul. Everyone wants in, and I don’t see why they wouldn’t, that’s a big money fight.
      “You can’t take it away from him. Everyone is saying those are rigged fights, and I think he’s hitting hard.
      “I really do think those are legitimate shots and strikes, and he’s been practicing boxing, and he’s whipping their asses.
      “I don’t think there’s any missed hype, I think he’s got something going.”
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      Conor McGregor’s old foe Donald Cerrone reveals he’d ‘like to fight’ Jake Paul and compares YouTuber to UFC star

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      UFC legend Donald Cerrone has revealed he’d “like to” box Jake Paul.YouTuber turned boxer Paul has made quite the splash in the combat sports world since making his professional debut in January 2020.
      Jake Paul has made quite the splash in the boxing worldCredit: AFP
      Paul has fought three former UFC champions in his pro careerCredit: SHOWTIME
      UFC great Donald Cerrone has revealed he’d like to face The Problem ChildCredit: Getty
      Paul, 25, has picked up wins over former UFC champs Tyron Woodley and Anderson Silva during his 6-0 career.
      And former lightweight title challenger Cerrone would be open to being the fourth MMA fighter to take on The Problem Child.
      During an appearance on the Thicc Boy FightClub Podcast, the retired Cowboy said: “Would I like to fight him? F***, of course.
      “How could I say no to f***ing millions of dollars. So I would definitely go out there and do it.”
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      Cerrone, however, won’t verbally bash Paul to try to land a multi-million-pound showdown.
      He continued: “But I’m not sitting over here and saying, ‘Jake, you’re a f***ing YouTuber, ain’t worth a f**k.’
      “Nah, man. You’re making money. Make the f***ing money. And if you want to throw some of that money my way, I’m with you.”
      Paul’s rise to prominence in the combat world has been rapid, to say the least.
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      And fan favourite Cerrone has likened it to that of his former foe Conor McGregor.
      He said: “The Jake Paul phenomenon is kind of crazy, it’s gotten everybody calling him out and it’s kind of like the big Conor [McGregor] push [from early in McGregor’s career].
      “That’s what I feel like is happening with Jake Paul.
      “Everyone is wanting to fight him, and I don’t see why they wouldn’t because that’s a big money fight.
      “But you can’t take away [his wins].
      “Like everyone is saying those are like rigged fights — I think he’s hitting hard. You know what I mean?
      “I really do think those are legitimate shots and strikes, and he’s been practicing boxing and [the results] are showing he’s whooping their asses.
      “So I don’t think there’s any mis-hype. I think he’s got something going on there.”
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      Paul hasn’t set foot inside the ring since his decision victory over Silva in October but is eyeing a return to the ring early next year.
      The former Disney star hopes to fight three times next year, in which he hopes to face rival Tommy Fury.
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      Paige VanZant sends fans into meltdown by posting racy brown bikini pics as she gives her New Year’s resolution

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      PAIGE VANZANT has revealed her New Year’s resolution with a sultry Instagram post.Like millions of people around the world, the former UFC straw and flyweight is looking forward to the New Year and setting goals for 2023.
      Paige VanZant has been thinking of her resolutions for 2023Credit: INSTAGRAM@PAIGEVANZANT
      The former UFC star plans to stay true to herself next yearCredit: INSTAGRAM@PAIGEVANZANT
      VanZant made the admission in yet another racy Instagram postCredit: INSTAGRAM@PAIGEVANZANT
      But the MMA star turned bare-knuckle boxer doesn’t plan to make any serious personality changes next year – promising to continue being herself.
      VanZant vowed to remain true to herself with several saucy snaps showcasing her figure.
      Along with photos highlighting her backside in a barely-there bikini thong, PVZ wrote: “New Year’s resolution……. be more me.”
      VanZant’s legion of followers were quick to comment, with one saying: “Dammit Paige! It’s my anniversary.”
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      Another said: “Sweet Jesus.”
      And another said: “Perfection at its best.”
      One remarked: “Good for you Paige. Embrace your beauty!!”
      And another chimed in: “Oh my lord.”
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      VanZant is set to make her return to the bare-knuckle ring on February 27 for what will be her third fight in the promotion.
      BKFC president Dave Feldman told Curran Bhatia: “She’ll fight on February 27 on our KnuckleMania 3 card and that will take place in New Mexico.
      “We’ve got some sensational bouts for that card.
      “It will be our biggest event, by far, and the most talked about, I believe.
      “We have some really, really big names that are going to be on the top three of that card.”
      AEW wrestler VanZant has yet to have her hand raised since joining BKFC, suffering defeats to Britain Hart and Rachael Ostovich.
      Paige VanZant has yet to taste victory in the BKFC ringCredit: GETTY
      And defeat in her next outing could bring about the end of her time in the promotion.
      Feldman told GiveMeSport: “If Paige loses, her bare-knuckle career is definitely at an end.
      “I mean, she did an interview and said there was no pressure on this fight.
      “So, you know, if she feels there’s no pressure, then maybe, you know, maybe she’s very confident.
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      “But, you know, I can’t keep saying after every fight, we’ll see how she does.
      “And that’s why if she doesn’t do well in this fight, f she doesn’t come out victorious, or at least look very, very good, then she’s probably at the end of her bare-knuckle career.” More

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      Tommy Fury’s dad John hailed by ex-UFC star for calling out Jake Paul topless and trying to close deal for celeb fight

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      JOHN FURY has been hailed for taking off his top and trying to goad Jake Paul into a fight with his son Tommy. Paul was ringside in November to commentate on Fury’s exhibition bout against Rolly Lambert in Dubai.
      Topless John Fury offering to fight Jake Paul
      And after going the six-round distance, the celebrity boxing rivals exchanged words as tempers threatened to boil over.
      Even Fury’s dad John got involved, taking off his T-shirt and calling Paul out himself.
      The viral moment was praised by ex-UFC title challenger-turned pundit Chael Sonnen, 45.
      Sonnen said on his YouTube channel: “Remember that moment when the old man took the shirt off and started shadow-boxing?
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      “The old man is one of the great characters in boxing, he is a carny and he understands this to a level that he took his shirt off.
      “He knew his son can’t do enough, he knew his son has been very close and this is his moment and he’s face-to-face not only with the guy but with the guy that’s going to make the decision on if my son gets a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
      “He didn’t believe that his son could close the deal so he took his shirt off and he shadow-boxed.
      “And it was one of the great moments, it truly was one of the great moments from an entertainment standpoint in 2022, you’ve got all the pieces there.
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      “And that’s the fight that I have been against, I don’t want Fury to get put in that spot, he doesn’t want the match, he can’t win the match, that’s OK.”
      The two have twice signed to fight but Fury pulled out both times, firstly after a rib injury last December and then amid a US visa issue in August.
      Paul, 25, is set to return in February off the back of his win over UFC legend Anderson Silva, 47, in October.
      And he confirmed a “seven-figure” offer was sent out to Fury, 23, whose promoter Frank Warren is negotiating for a UK fight.
      Jake Paul clashes with Tommy Fury following his fight with Tyron WoodleyCredit: BT Sport More

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      Dillion Danis says KSI fight ‘won’t happen’ as DAZN are trying to make ‘weird things’ in contract TWO weeks before bout

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      DILLION DANIS has claimed his showdown with KSI likely “won’t happen” – just TWO WEEKS before fight night.The pair are set to collide in a DAZN-promoted punch-up at Wembley Arena a fortnight on Saturday.
      Dillon Danis and KSI are set to throw down early next monthCredit: DAZN
      The pair were involved in a brawl last monthCredit: DAZN
      Danis has cast doubt over their fight coming to fruitionCredit: BELLATOR
      But MMA star Danis has suggested last-minute contract changes and a rehydration clause could scupper the clash.
      He told Chael Sonnen: “I don’t know when this is going to come up, but I feel like this fight won’t happen.
      “I think that they’re starting to get scared of people, even you, saying I was going to win.
      “And they’re trying to make weird things in the contract now two weeks before. I feel like they’re looking for a way out.”
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      Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt Danis has accused DAZN of trying to stack the deck against him with “stupid rules.”
      He said: “It’s not a professional fight so they’re trying to do everything handicapped for me. And I’m not going to settle for that.”
      KSI’s manager – Mams Taylor – was quick to slam Danis’ claims, tweeting: “Here are the facts.
      “Hate that I have to come with receipts again but here we go.
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      “1 -Danis signed a contract (binding short form) over 2 months ago.
      “2 – The contracted weight was 177.5lb with a rehydration clause limit of 185lb.
      “3 – We tried 170 and he said that was too light so neither Dillon or his team objected to the rehydration clause until now.
      “4 -If Dillon had an issue with this he should have brought it up and not signed the contract (2 months ago).
      “Then either we would have figured out different terms or gone with a different opponent.
      KSI’s manager took to Twitter to slam Danis’ claimsCredit: Getty
      “To make out that we are being shady and throwing this in last minute is just messed up considering he has been treated with nothing but respect and courtesy.”
      Should the fight fall through, Danis plans to compete at Bellator 290 in February.
      He said: “If it does happen, I don’t wait for nobody.

      “I would jump on that Bellator card, I think it’s March 2 or March 3, Fedor and Ryan Bader.I’ll just keep moving.
      “Whatever happens, happens. I don’t wait for nobody. I just need myself.” More

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      Conor McGregor mocked by Deji as YouTuber boasts of giving Floyd Mayweather ‘black eye’ amid UFC star’s row with bro KSI

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      CONOR McGREGOR was mocked by Deji after the YouTuber boasted of giving Floyd Mayweather a “black eye”. It followed amid McGregor’s online row with Deji’s brother KSI.
      Floyd Mayweather and Deji boxed in DubaiCredit: Lee Hamilton-Cooper
      Social media, rap and crossover boxing star KSI faces the Irishman’s training partner Dillon Danis, 29, on January 14 in London.
      But McGregor, 34, said on Twitter: “Brother you’re a friendly little nerd I don’t care.
      “He should be back doing mma if he is doing this little nothing burger match with you.
      “I couldn’t care less about this genre of boxing, I am sorry. Have a good one.”
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      McGregor, who lost his boxing debut to Mayweather in 2017 after ten rounds, then faced backlash from new age YouTube boxers.
      Deji, 25, tweeted: “I gave Floyd Mayweather a black eye, did you?”
      The former gamer was stopped by Mayweather, 45, in round six of their exhibition bout in Dubai.
      It came over a year after the American legend went the distance with Logan Paul, 27, in their eight-round spectacle.
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      Paul also hit back to McGregor: “Genre of boxing”?? Boxing is boxing. I’m a YouTuber & I still did more damage to Floyd than you.”
      McGregor has not returned to the boxing ring since defeat to Mayweather and is in line for a UFC comeback in 2023 after a year out injured.
      Mayweather meanwhile looks set for more exhibition bouts in the future, having had five since retiring following victory over McGregor.
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      Jake Paul says he’d KO Conor McGregor with hand tied behind his back in boxing ring but offers to fight UFC star in cage

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      JAKE PAUL says he would knock out Conor McGregor with one hand tied behind his back in the boxing ring – but instead offered to fight in the cage. The YouTuber-turned boxer found himself weighing in on a verbal feud between rival KSI and McGregor.
      Jake Paul has called out Conor McGregorCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Conor McGregor was in a war of words with KSI onlineCredit: Instagram / @thenotoriousmma
      The Irishman slammed the new age of influencer boxing scene as his training partner Dillon Danis prepares to face KSI.
      KSI, 29, tweeted: “I’m sorry but I’m about do some serious damage to your boy.”
      McGregor, 34, replied: “Brother you’re a friendly little nerd I don’t care.
      “He should be back doing MMA if he is doing this little nothing burger match with you.
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      “I couldn’t care less about this genre of boxing, I am sorry. Have a good one.”
      When a fan predicted McGregor would one day find himself in the crossover boxing space, he responded: “Ah go on then, will there be belts? hahahaha.”
      Paul, 25, snapped back: “You fight for belts? Last time you fought for a belt was 4 years ago. Lost 3 of your last 4 fights.
      “I would knock you out in the squared circle with one hand tied behind my back.
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      “To be fair, in the cage I would need two hands. But same result.”
      McGregor lost his one and only professional boxing bout to American legend Floyd Mayweather, 45, in 2017.
      He is set to make a UFC comeback in 2023 following over a year out due to the horror leg break he suffered in his last fight.
      Paul meanwhile is eyeing a February return fight having last beaten UFC icon Anderson Silva, 47, in October.
      Jake Paul beat UFC legend Anderson Silva in his last fightCredit: Esther Lin/ SHOWTIME More