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      Adrien Broner calls out Nate Diaz for fight as UFC legend is instantly offered boxing bout after quitting MMA

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      ADRIEN BRONER has called out Nate Diaz for a boxing fight – just after the icon quit UFC. Diaz, 37, called time on the MMA franchise following his dramatic win over Tony Ferguson last month.
      Adrien Broner posted this mocked-up fight poster online to challenge Nate DiazCredit: Instagram
      But he is not short of options for his next venture.
      And now the free agent has been offered a bout under boxing rules.
      Broner, 33, took to Instagram with a post challenging the Californian southpaw, who recently launched his own fight promotion.
      The 34-4-1 (1) Ohio star wrote: “Nate Diaz you coming over to boxing I will give yo a** everything you looking for #letsgetit”
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      Broner has been boxing world champion in four weight categories and returned to the ring in February 2021 to beat Jovanie Santiago on points.
      But he knows a showdown in the ring with Diaz would draw in huge numbers of fans and dollars.
      Diaz recently mocked rival Conor McGregor’s stint in the boxing world – claiming that his rival “failed” to take over in the ring.
      The feuding pair then had another further swipes at each other as McGregor embarks on a career in acting.
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      If he snubs Broner’s wager, Diaz also has the option of a bare-knuckle dust-up with fellow ex-UFC man Mike Perry.
      However, it seems unlikely the UFC will be able to take advantage of a three-month exclusivity clause in MMA to get the 21-13 former Ultimate Fighter 5 champ to reverse his decision to leave.
      Diaz, who has Bellator vying for his signature, revealed the “only” fight he would take in UFC would be against Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson.
      Diaz is a free agent after walking away from UFCCredit: Getty
      Broner is a four-weight world champion boxerCredit: Getty Images – Getty More

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      ‘I really wanna knock him out’ – Jake Paul ready to fight Tommy Fury AGAIN and reveals agreement for February in UK

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      JAKE PAUL revealed talks to fight Tommy Fury are once again being revived – with a deal in place for February in the UK. The boxing rivals have TWICE signed for a celebrity grudge match but both times Fury was withdrawn.
      Jake Paul revealed talks to fight Tommy Fury are once again revived
      Tommy Fury could fight Jake Paul in the UK in FebruaryCredit: Jamie McPhilimey
      Firstly, he suffered a rib injury last December before running into US visa issues ahead of their rescheduled August date.
      It means Paul will have to cross enemy lines to get his hands on Fury, who recently FaceTimed with the YouTuber-turned-boxer.
      And they both agreed to see if three really is the lucky number and try for a hat-trick of times.
      Paul, 25, said on his podcast: “Had a call with Tommy Fury. Yeah, they’re saying we’re going to fight in February.

      “I think he actually can’t come into the United States. So if I fight him in the UK…”
      He added: “I think parts of it are shady, I don’t think we’re getting the full truth on everything.
      “But regardless, it’s a great matchup and I really want to knock him out.”
      Tyron Woodley, 40, replaced Fury, 23, last and was knocked out in his rematch with Paul, four months after losing on points.
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      At that point, it added to KOs over YouTuber “AnEsonGib”, ex-NBA player Nate Robinson, 38, and retired UFC fighter Ben Askren, 38.
      Hasim Rahman Jr, 31, signed after Fury’s latest pullout but a weight row saw Paul scrap the fight.
      It leaves him still yet to face an opponent with prior professional boxing experience, but that changes on October 29.
      Paul returns in Arizona against UFC legend Anderson Silva, 47, who also has a 4-1 record in the ring.
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      YouTuber Jake Paul messaged UFC star Conor McGregor on Instagram urging him to ‘take the fight pussy’ after $50m offer

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      JAKE PAUL continued his relentless pursuit of a boxing match with Conor McGregor by direct messaging the UFC superstar on Instagram.The YouTuber revealed his eagerness to take on McGregor a few days after scoring a sensational second-round KO victory over Nate Robinson on the undercard of Mike Tyson’s exhibition bout with Roy Jones Jr last year.
      Jake Paul slid into Conor McGregor’s direct messages on Instagram
      Jake Paul launched a foul-mouthed tirade at Conor McGregor earlier this week
      And in summer 2021, the 25-year-old doubled down on his desire to box McGregor in a foul-mouthed tirade on Instagram, in which he claimed his team have sent the UFC’s poster boy a whopping £37million ($50million) offer.
      McGregor refrained from responding to the x-rated call-out, in which Paul made derogatory comments about the Irishman’s fiancee, Dee Devlin.
      And in another attempt to get the former two-division UFC champion’s attention Paul – whose older brother Logan stepped in the ring with Floyd Mayweather – sent a short and sweet direct message to The Notorious on Instagram.
      Paul’s message read: “Take the fight pussy.”
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      After sharing his DM to McGregor, Paul launched a blistering rant at UFC president Dana White, who revealed he was willing to let women’s bantamweight and featherweight queen Amanda Nunes fight the former Disney star.
      He said: “Alright, Dana, let me try to understand your logic here: So you’re saying you don’t want me to fight Conor McGregor because he’s one of the greatest fighters in the world and I’m just like a YouTuber of whatever.
      “But then, in a statement today, you say: ‘Oh, I’m thinking about just having Amanda Nunes knock him out.’ But she’s also one of the greatest.
      “Dana, you seem to have this thing where you sort of hate on videogamers or YouTubers and influencers and us boxing and all this stuff.
      “But then, you spend half your time hanging out with the Nelk Boys. And I know why. It’s because they have hella influence over the male audience and you know that’s gonna promote the UFC.
      “And right now, baby, there’s nobody in this f***ing world who is promoting the UFC as much as me.
      Tens of millions of views, number one search result on Google when you type in Conor McGregor, when you type in UFC, when you type in Dana White. So you’re not making sense here.
      “Dana, I know the world doesn’t really know this because the UFC is this huge company. But we all know it’s not doing that well.
      Jake Paul knocked out Nate Robinson on the undercard of Mike Tyson’s exhibition bout with Roy Jones JrCredit: AP:Associated Press
      “Anyone who is involved in WME and all the public stocks and everything that went south there, we know the company is not doing well. And I’m the biggest money fight you can do unless Khabib comes out of retirement.
      “So if you want the UFC to make the most amount of money, you better start to wake the f**k up and realise that Jake Paul vs Conor McGregor is going to happen at some point.”
      Paul’s rant at White came shortly after he ambushed McGregor’s team-mate Dillon Danis and pelted him with water balloons.
      Paul may very well be a combat sports novice, but he’s well and truly at the centre of the boxing and MMA worlds at this moment in time.
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      Boxing legend Antonio Tarver wants Mike Tyson to set up fight for him against Jake Paul to ‘kick YouTuber’s ass’

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      BOXING legend Antonio Tarver called on Mike Tyson to set up a fight between him and YouTuber Jake Paul. Paul is 5-0 winning a number of fights, incliding comprehensively knocking out retired NBA star Nate Robinson and defeating Tyron Woodley TWICE.
      Antonio Tarver called on Mike Tyson to set up a fight between him and YouTuber Jake PaulCredit: Instagram @antoniotarver
      Paul is flying in his professional boxing careerCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      But Tarver – who famously ended the reign of Roy Jones Jr – was not impressed by the performance.
      And he wants to fight the 25-year-old internet sensation and stop the new age of outsiders venturing into the ring.
      Tarver, 53, wrote on Instagram back in 2020: “I really want to kick @jakepaul ass for what he did to @naterobinson last night and rid boxing of these clowns once and for all.
      “He fought a complete novice so fighting me shouldn’t be a problem… @miketyson make this fight.”
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      Tarver last fought in 2015 with a split-decision defeat against Steve Cunningham.
      He has been training Evander Holyfield, 59, helping the ex-heavyweight champion keep up his fitness.
      It inspired Tarver to think about lacing up the gloves again, with Jones’ trainer revealing the pair have unfinished business.
      Paul, on the other hand, is focussing on bringing MMA fighters over to boxing as he called out UFC star Conor McGregor and Dillon Danis.
      Paul comprehensively knocked out retired NBA star Nate RobinsonCredit: USA TODAY Sports
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      He said: “I’m taking this seriously.
      “There’s a long list of opponents that I want.
      “Conor McGregor, Dillon Danis, I’m gonna knock them both out.” More

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      ‘I retired for a reason’ – Floyd Mayweather rules out Manny Pacquiao rematch and will only fight ‘YouTubers or MMA guys’

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      FLOYD MAYWEATHER has ruled out a rematch with Manny Pacquaio – and will only fight stars of the YouTube and MMA world. Pacquiao was ringside in Japan to watch Mayweather’s latest exhibition bout, knocking out Mikuru Asakura in two rounds.
      Floyd Mayweather has ruled out a rematch with Manny PacquaioCredit: Rex
      The Filipino’s presence in the Far East fuelled speculation of a rematch with his great rival.
      But Mayweather hit back: “I retired from the sport, and I didn’t let the sport retire me.
      “I’m always going to put myself in a position now to where I, just like I was doing, fighting at the highest level. I was dictating and being in control.
      “I’m not going to go in there with no former fighters, former world champions, putting more abuse on my body. I retired for a reason.
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      “I’m here to have fun and enjoy myself, sometimes three rounds, sometimes eight rounds, with guys that are going to help me entertain people.
      “I’m not going to take punishment to the point to where I can barely walk or barely talk.
      “Manny had a great career, but boxing retired Manny, Manny didn’t retire from boxing. There’s a difference.
      “Of course, if I were Manny Pacquiao, would I be chasing an exhibition with Floyd Mayweather to get a payday? Absolutely I would.
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      “But at this particular time, I love fighting guys that are 15-0, 8-0, guys that are older, like myself, or YouTubers or MMA guys.
      “I will continue to do what I do and dictate and control.”
      Pacquiao, 43, retired last year after losing to Yordenis Ugas, 36.
      But following a failed presidential run in the Philippines, the eight-division champion is linked with a boxing return.
      He already has two exhibitions lined up, against DK Yoo in December and then with ex-sparring partner Jaber Zayani in February.
      Mayweather, 45, retired professionally in 2017 after beating UFC superstar Conor McGregor, 34.
      But he has had four exhibitions since, most recently against MMA featherweight Asakura, 30.
      He had faced kickboxer Tenshin Nasukawa, 24, YouTuber Logan Paul, 27, and former sparring partner Don Moore beforehand.
      And Mayweather is set to return on November 13 in Dubai, against YouTuber Deji, 25, brother to KSI, 28.
      Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao in Japan togetherCredit: Rex More

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      Jake Paul calls out Floyd Mayweather and slams boxing legend for ‘ruining his legacy’ in exhibitions

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      JAKE PAUL slammed Floyd Mayweather for “ruining his legacy” in recent exhibitions – and called for a real fight instead. Mayweather has had four non-sanctioned bouts since retiring in 2017 after beating UFC superstar Conor McGregor, 34.
      Jake Paul slammed Floyd Mayweather for ‘ruining his legacy’ in recent exhibitionsCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Floyd Mayweather was called out by Jake PaulCredit: Rex
      One involved Jake’s brother Logan, 27, who took the boxing legend the eight-round distance in July 2021.
      Mayweather, 45, last weekend knocked out Japanese MMA fighter Mikuru Asakura, 30, in two rounds.
      And days later he announced another exhibition with YouTuber Deji, 25, on November 13 in Dubai.
      Paul, 25, slammed Mayweather and called to organise a catchweight bout between 165lb and 175lb.

      He said: “Floyd Mayweather is ruining his legacy fighting no-name guys, wasting his fans’ money, wasting his fans’ time.
      “He doesn’t even know the names of the guys he’s fighting, and then he chooses to fight Comedy Shorts Gamer (Deji), influencer, to make some money to pay his tax bills.
      “Floyd Mayweather telling Jake Paul that you will only fight Jake Paul if he comes down to his weight, 140 pounds or something.
      “I can’t believe what’s going on in the world. I can’t believe this is real.
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      “Floyd, I will fight you, and you know that’s one of the biggest fights to make in boxing.
      “I weigh 175, you weigh 165. We can get that done, make a couple 100 million.”
      Mayweather offered Paul a shot at his 50-0 record but only if the YouTuber-turned boxer got down to his weight of 150lb.
      That would mean losing almost THREE STONE, causing the American to take a further swipe.
      Paul said: “What will your excuse be? You didn’t care what my brother weighed, so why do you care what I weigh?

      “Oh, because you know, you know what’s going to happen. I want to say, ‘I got your 0.’ I don’t want to just say, ‘I got your hat.’ I got your 0.
      “But you’re going to find a way to dance around this. You’ve said, ‘Oh, once he fights a professional fighter, he’s going to get destroyed. It’ll be bad for him.’
      “Why not let that be you – the best ever? There’s only one Mayweather, but he’s scared to fight Jake Paul.
      “It’s 2022. I can’t believe what the f***’s going on, guys.”
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      Paul returns on October 29 against UFC legend Anderson Silva, 47, who will be his first opponent with pro boxing experience.
      Meanwhile, Mayweather faces Deji and revealed ongoing talks to rematch McGregor in 2023.
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      ‘I’ll be back’ – Floyd Mayweather to fight in Japan again after Mikuru Asakura KO with Manny Pacquaio rematch teased

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      FLOYD MAYWEATHER confirmed he will fight in Japan again – amid talk of a rematch with Manny Pacquaio. Pacquiao, famously beaten beaten by Mayweather in 2015, watched ringside as his old rival knocked out Mikuru Asakura in two rounds.
      Floyd Mayweather beat Mikuru Asakura in two roundsCredit: AFP
      Manny Pacquaio was ringside to watch Floyd Mayweather’s winCredit: AFP
      The boxing legend, who doubled his tally of exhibition wins in Japan, then revealed plans to return in the Far East again.
      He said: “I’m happy that we were able to give fans excitement tonight. Thanks for having me. I will be back.”
      Mayweather, 45, floored Asakura, 30, right at the end of the second round with a sharp right hand.
      The southpaw MMA star made it to his feet but on wobbly legs, leaving referee Kenny Bayless with no choice but to halt the action.
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      Mayweather addressed the fans in the Saitama Super Arena and hailed his front row rival.
      He said: “Round of applause to my team, I want to thank you guys. Another unbelievable experience.
      “Another legend right here, eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao. Great champion. Unbelievable world champion.
      “I’m just happy to be here, thanks again.”
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      Pacquiao entered the ring to embrace Mayweather and then hinted that he could fight in Japan himself.
      He said: “Thank you so much for this opportunity. I witnessed a good exhibition and good promotion with RIZIN.
      “Thank you for the chance and I hope this is not the last one.”
      Pacquiao, 43, retired from boxing last year after defeat to Yordenis Ugas, 35.
      But following a failed presidential campaign in the Philippines, he has been linked with a comeback.
      Pacquaio already has two exhibitions lined up, against Korean YouTuber DK Yoo and ex-sparring partner Jaber Zayani.
      Whereas Mayweather has had four exhibition bouts since retiring professionally in 2017 after beating UFC superstar Conor McGregor, 34.
      The pair of boxing icons came face to face once again in the Far East at a press conference and traded words.
      Afterwards, Pacquiao’s business partner Sean Gibbons insisted they would accept a rematch with Mayweather.
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      Gibbons said: “Let’s go. Would love to see it but Mayweather wants none of this smoke due to his ego.
      “Senator Pacquiao would love an exhibition. If he was to return it would be this year, but that is a big if.”
      Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquaio at a press conference in JapanCredit: Rex
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      ‘I loved it’ – Ebanie Bridges hits back at UFC legend Khabib Nurmagomedov’s comments that ring girls are ‘useless’

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      EBANIE BRIDGES has hit back at Khabib Nurmagomedov’s infamous remarks about “useless” ring girls.The 36-year-old Aussie was a ring girl before becoming a pro boxer and winning the IBF bantamweight title.
      Ebanie Bridges is the IBF bantamweight boxing champion of the worldCredit: PA
      The Blonde Bomber was a ring girl before becoming a pro boxerCredit: Instagram @ebanie_bridges
      The Blonde Bomber, who was also a school teacher, is currently preparing to defend her belt against compatriot Shannon O’Connell.
      This week she appeared on Pub Talk, and she used the opportunity to blast back at Khabib’s controversial comments.
      The now-retired undefeated UFC legend had claimed “ring girls are the most useless people in martial arts” last year.
      But Bridges said: “Why are people who aren’t us, trying to take our jobs away from us? We love it, I loved being a ring girl. I don’t think it’s useless.
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      “I loved being part of the entertainment, being paid to watch those fights. You’ve got people saying it’s sexist, it’s objectifying… maybe I want to be objectified.
      “Maybe I want to make money… don’t make my mind up for me. You can’t have boxing without the ring girls.”
      Bridges revealed that her love for boxing developed at an early age after noticing the ring girls – and she says she had no qualms about becoming one herself.
      She added: “I was a ring girl. I love combat sports, I grew up with it, so for me to be at the fights… I loved it.
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      “I got paid mad money, probably more than some of the fighters, to sit ringside.
      “I’d be walking around in a G-string.
      “They don’t do the G-strings these days but back in my heyday, that’s how we used to do it.”
      Khabib Nurmagomedov labelled ring girls as ‘useless’ last yearCredit: Alamy More