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    ‘He’s punching the air,’ says Jake Paul as he reveals mistake ‘idiot’ Tommy Fury made before sealing Mike Tyson fight

    JAKE PAUL blasted Tommy Fury as an “idiot” after claiming he turned down a rematch on Netflix – a deal Mike Tyson subsequently accepted. YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul faces heavyweight boxing icon Tyson in a controversial clash on July 20 in Texas. Tommy Fury and Jake Paul were in talks for a rematchCredit: ReutersAnd it marks Netflix’s first move into live boxing following behind-the-scenes talks with Paul. The American, 27, revealed he initially wanted Fury – the only man to beat him in the ring – as the opponent for the inaugural streaming event. But Paul accused Fury, 24, of pricing himself out and forcing him to look in the direction of Iron Mike. He said on his podcast: “Most Valuable Promotions, me and (business partner) Nakisa, had been trying to find the right fight, the right timeframe, the right event.READ MORE IN b”And we knew we wanted to target this summer so we just started making calls.”We called Tommy Fury, was one of the names, and and he said no, he wanted more money. “And so now, and it’s all serendipitous, he’s probably punching the f***ing air now realising how big of a mistake he made, I mean, he’s an idiot.”Paul was beaten on a split-decision by Fury in Saudi Arabia last year but boasted of earning £25m while doing so. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe has since bounced back with three wins before announcing his shock showdown with 57-year-old Tyson. Fury meanwhile beat Paul’s arch rival KSI, 30, in October but he had to undergo hand surgery to mend an injury right after. Jake Paul slams ‘jealous’ Conor McGregor as he responds to UFC legend’s criticism of Mike Tyson fightBut still Paul blasted the 2019 Love Islander and insisted their even money deal is now no longer on the table. He said: “Literally, the next offer for him is like nothing, basically. And my brand only increases to a whole other level. “We probably would’ve been like 50/50 for that fight and now it’s like after this, and who knows what I’m going to do, it’s like Tommy I’m sorry buddy, you’re like a 10 per center now. “But you really did f*** up.” Paul said after Fury’s snub talks were still ongoing before he switched his focus to Tyson. The Baddest Man on The Planet retired in 2005 but did return in 2020 to draw over eight exhibition rounds with fellow great Roy Jones Jr. And after five months of talks, the deal was signed off. The exact rules and regulations, such as whether it will be sanctioned or an exhibition, are yet to be announced. Jake Paul shaking hands with Mike Tyson after signing their fight dealCredit: @jakepaul More

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    Tyson Fury spotted filming series 2 of At Home With The Furys in Morecambe as Gypsy King takes break from Usyk training

    TYSON FURY gave fans a glimpse behind the scenes for the next season of ‘At Home with the Fury’s’.The first instalment of the show was a smash hit on Netflix and made the world champion even more popular.Tyson Fury showed he was being followed around by a camera crewFilming for the next season of ‘At Home with the Fury’s’ appears to be underwayThe first instalment of the show was a big successCredit: GettyFury previously gave camera crews access to his gymCredit: PAFury and his family gave camera crews access to his £1.7million mansion and it appears they are back again for season two.The Gypsy King took to Instagram to share a smiling selfie containing cameramen and a soundman in the background.Fans can expect to see more of Fury’s home life as wife Paris featured heavily in season one.There could also be plenty of action from the gym as Fury prepares to take on Oleksandr Usyk in an undisputed heavyweight clash.READ MORE IN BOXINGSeason one offered a glimpse into his fight preparations ahead of a showdown with Derek Chisora in December 2022.And Netflix were so keen to tie Fury down to a second season, it was commissioned before the first even aired.It was claimed Fury turned down the offer of another season, turning down millions in the process, with the fighter branding the filming process as intrusive, however he seems to have changed his mind.He previously said of the first series: “I wanted out. It was a couple of weeks in, and I was on the phone to my lawyers ‘is there any way I can get out of this? I don’t know what I’ve signed up for again. I’ve made a mistake’.”Most read in BoxingWife Paris featured heavily in season oneCredit: PABoxing brother Tommy also appearedCredit: PAFury was hesitant about returning for a second seasonCredit: PABEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERParis added: “We got halfway through filming and he wanted to cancel the whole show.”A source close to the family said: “After retiring Tyson saw the Netflix show has a lucrative opportunity in place of the money he would have earned by taking on a fight.Tyson Fury hints at major tactical tweak as he trains for Oleksandr Usyk fight”But the filming process was particularly stressful and coupled with the fact he’s now an active boxer again after coming out of retirement, he decided to put a series two on hold for the foreseeable future.””There is hope within the streaming giant that it could be reprised but for the short term it is not something Tyson is considering.”Fans are already backing the Brit to blow Usyk away after he released video this week showing him at day one of training camp for the bout with the Ukrainian.TYSON FURY VS OLEKSANDR USYK: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE UNDISPUTED HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT More

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    Tommy Fury joins Conor McGregor and glam family at Road House premiere before UFC icon reveals plans to fight him

    TOMMY FURY attended the premiere of Conor McGregor’s debut Hollywood film – just days after calling out the UFC superstar.McGregor was in London this week to promote the soon-to-be-released Road House along with acting royalty Jake Gyllenhaal.Tommy Fury called out UFC superstar Conor McGregor last weekCredit: X@DAZNBOXINGThe Love Islander was in attendance at the London premiere of the UFC star’s upcoming movie ‘Road House’Credit: SPLASHThe Notorious brought his loving family over from Ireland for the premiereCredit: RexThe film’s UK premiere took place on Thursday night at the Curzon in Mayfair and was attended by several celebs and social media stars.And Fury – the younger brother of WBC heavyweight champion Tyson – was one of the several high-profile people in attendance.Fury went for a smart casual look, donning an ice-blue Christian Dior jacket worth £2,400 with a white t-shirt, black trousers and pristine white trainers.Fury, 24, was in the orbit of McGregor less than a week after throwing his hat into the ring to welcome the MMA icon back to the boxing world.READ MORE IN BOXINGHe told DAZN: “I’m looking to get this injury out the way nice and recovered.”And I have just seen that Jake Paul will face Mike Tyson next.”So how about me and McGregor next, how’s that?”I need a comeback fight and I’d like for my return. So McGregor, get in touch.”Most read in SportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERMcGregor, 35, initially didn’t respond to the call-out but has seemingly opened the door to the fight by revealing he’s willing to dip his toes into the influencer boxing world.He told SneekPeakTV: “Yeah you know, the YouTube nerds could be like, I would consider that a nixer.’I don’t think either of us know’, admits Conor McGregor on UFC future after ‘lack of transparency’ over return fight“Your Uncle’s friend needs a f***ING radiator fitted in his house, so you’ll do a side job, and get side pay.“I would consider them guys to be nixers. “If I was to pick one out of them, I would say KSI, he has a big name in the U.K.”Former two-division champion McGregor hasn’t set foot inside the octagon since breaking his left leg in his trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier in July 2021.He’s expected to make his return against rival Ultimate Fighter 31 coach Michael Chandler later this year.But the date for his eagerly-anticipated comeback is well and truly up in the air.Conor McGregor is set to be welcomed back to the octagon by Michael ChandlerCredit: GETTY More

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    Jake Paul says brother Logan LIED about turning down Mike Tyson fight and reveals who was first choice for Netflix bout

    JAKE PAUL has hit back after brother Logan claimed he was offered to fight Mike Tyson first. The YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake and heavyweight icon Tyson are due to collide on July 20 in Texas in what will be Netflix’s debut to live boxing.Logan Paul claimed he turned down a fight with Mike TysonCredit: Youtube Adin Ross hosted a stream with Jake PaulCredit: Youtube Arch rival KSI has been among one of the heaviest critics of the controversial clash due to the 30-year age gap.And KSI voiced this on the latest Jake’s brother Logan’s Impaulsive podcast.But Logan said: “For both Mike and Jake, the bag. Like at one point, you can’t, I don’t know if you can say no. “I said no to fighting Mike Tyson. I was offered, yeah I was offered it, but not on Netflix and not for a big ass bag. READ MORE IN BOXING”It was just like an, ‘Oh, this could be a real fight.’ Because I’ve been asked before, I’m sure you have too, ‘Do you think you could beat Mike Tyson?'”And my answer was and will be, ‘Yes.’ I just think he’s too old, bro. He’s senile.” Logan, 28, was linked with facing Tyson, 57, after the boxing icon made his shock comeback in 2020 for an exhibition with Roy Jones Jr. And while on a stream with Adin Ross, Jake was played back Logan’s comments about turning down a deal with Iron Mike. Most read in BoxingCredit: The SunCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL The younger Paul brother said: “Yeah, which is also not true. We’re the ones that brought the deal to Mike Tyson. “So I don’t know why he would say that. Me and Most Valuable Promotions and my partner Nakisa struck a deal with Netflix and then went to other fighters to get them involved. KSI claims 61-year-old boxing legend DM’d him on Instagram to set up fight in wake of Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul”It started with Tommy Fury, he wanted more money and there wasn’t more money. “Then we went to Mike Tyson and after like months of talking, got him to be down to fight. “And so Mike Tyson wasn’t offering people deals. So I don’t know what he’s talking about.” Jake, 27, suffered his first and so far only defeat to Fury, 24, in February 2023 but he has won his last three since then. Meanwhile, Tyson is yet to return since drawing over eight spectacle rounds with fellow American great Jones four years ago. Jake Paul facing off with Mike TysonCredit: @jakepaul More

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    Football fans face 10 YEARS in prison & unlimited fines if they’re caught using ‘dodgy box’ fire sticks to stream sport

    FOOTIE fans face ten YEARS in prison and unlimited fines if they’re busted using “dodgy” Amazon Fire Sticks to stream sports, a lawyer has warned.The remotes offer users instant access to TV shows on streaming apps like Prime Video, Netflix and Disney+.Football fans face ten YEARS in prison and unlimited fines if they’re busted using ‘dodgy’ Amazon Fire Sticks to stream sports, a lawyer has warnedCredit: GettyBut many Brits illegally adapt the control so they can stream unofficial apps like sports streams that aren’t found on Amazon’s store.This is done by ‘jailbreaking’ a remote, a process that’s not just illegal but one that can permanently damage your Amazon device.But barrister Lynette Calder has warned Brits face serious consequences if they jailbreak a Fire Stick, stressing: “Why take the risk?”The lawyer, of 5 Pump Court, said charges depend on the severity of your crime but a magistrate could issue you with an unlimited fine.Read More football storyMore serious cases of Brits owning a jailbroken fire stick could leave you with a prison sentence of up to 12 months.She added: “For more serious and organised offending that went to the crown Court you are talking a maximum of up to 10 years in prison if the charge is under section 7 or 5 years for section 6 and 11.”Why take the risk? If you can’t afford the streaming service for Premier League then why not find yourself a pub that can. “That way the added bonus is a pint, not a £2500 fine.”Most read in FootballIn October, a Prem streaming “mastermind” was jailed for two-and-a-half years for selling illegal Fire Sticks to a reported 30,000 subscribers.Steven Mills, 58, from Shrewsbury, Shrops, netted more than £1m over five years through the operation, a court heard.Amazon shoppers spot ‘absolute bargain’ as budget Android phone drops below £100 & it’s got a bigger-battery than iPhoneIn May last year, five fraudsters were jailed for a total of 30 years and seven months for their role in three illegal Premier streaming services.Trading under the names Flawless, Shared VPS and Optimal (also known as Cosmic), the group made over £7 million in five years and boasted more than 50,000 customers.It undercut the likes of Sky Sports by bypassing a Uefa-imposed “blackout” that stops the broadcast of most 3pm kick-offs on Saturdays, which encourages fans to go to games.The group’s “prime mover” Mark Gould alone pocketed a staggering £1.7 million from the operation.At Derby Crown Court, Gould, then 36, was jailed for 11 years following a rare private prosecution by the Premier League. More

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    I’m a former boxing world champion, now I’m making my own way as an actor starring alongside Hollywood legend

    KALI REIS is the boxing world champion now making her way as an actor starring alongside a Hollywood legend.The American has a 19–7–1 in the ring and held titles in the middleweight and light-welterweight divisions. Kali Reis is the boxing champ now making her way as an actor starring alongside Jodie FosterReis is a two-weight world championCredit: AP:Associated PressThe American has a 19–7–1 in the ringCredit: GettyBut in 2021 – the same year she had her last bout – Reis starred in a movie thriller called Catch the Fair One. The film follows the story of a Native American ex-boxer and addict who infiltrates a sex-trafficking ring in search of her missing sister. Reis then followed up that role by starring alongside Oscar winner Jodie Foster in the latest series of hit HBO show True Detective.In an interview with The Sunday Times, she said: “Acting is meant to be people like Jodie Foster. READ MORE IN BOXING“I’m this half-breed from Rhode Island. I had a lot of doubts about walking into a very vulnerable, judgy career.”Reis was first spotted by film director Josef Kubota Wladyka, who noticed the boxer using her platform to raise awareness about missing and murdered indigenous women.She said: “He caught me at a weird time. My younger brother had just passed away from brain cancer. “[Wladyka] wanted to implement what I’d been through in the script. I didn’t mind because it helped me connect to the character. Most read in Boxing”I didn’t want to romanticise the sexualisation of these victims. I like raw, authentic, ugly truth. “It’s a dark story, so it was natural to me, but I’d never acted before and didn’t know where to start.”Francis Ngannou walks out to Drake song ahead of fighting Anthony Joshua Reis began boxing at 14 after turning to selling drugs and battling alcoholism before even her teenage years. She revealed: “It found me at the perfect time. “I had to be present, so it put the voices in my head on chill mode, and I liked to fight. “I attest it to the tribe I’m from. We’re strong people, matriarchal people.”Reis won her first world title in 2016 and became a two-division champ four years later. But now she is focusing on acting and won the praise of her legendary co-star. Foster said: “The second I saw Kali, I couldn’t take my eyes off of her. That’s just a gift that you’re either born with or not.”READ MORE SUN STORIESTrue Detective series four was released on January 14 and concluded on February 18. A fifth season has since been confirmed. Co-stars Jodie Foster and Reis attend True Detective: Night Country premiereCredit: Getty More

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    Jose Mourinho’s Netflix film to give never-before-seen look at Man Utd reign… but fans will think he’s an ‘idiot’

    JOSE MOURINHO’S upcoming Netflix documentary will look at his two-and-a-half-year stint at Manchester United.A four-part series on Mourinho’s 25-year-long management career is set to be released in January 2025.Jose Mourinho’s new Netflix documentary will be about his tenure at Manchester UnitedCredit: APMourinho, 60, is one of the most decorated managers in football.With two Champions League titles, three Premier League titles, an FA Cup, two Serie A titles and a La Liga title among his accolades, Mourinho has become a household name.But Sir Alex Ferguson questioned Mourinho to succeed him in 2013 before “the Special One” became United manager in May 2016.The Portuguese led the Red Devils to League Cup glory and a Europa League double in his first season, assisting United back en route into the Champions League.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe following term United finished second and made it to the FA Cup final before the Glazer family failed to back Mourinho.Mourinho was sacked in December 2018 with United sixth and 11 points away from fourth in the Premier League table.And now fans will be given a look into his life beyond the dugout in a new Netflix documentary.But Mourinho admitted there will be one scene where viewers will think he is a “total idiot”.Most read in FootballCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL He said: “I’ll give you some news, a documentary about me starts on Netflix, it’s a documentary about my career.”There are things that will only be known there, they pay me well. I hadn’t signed with Roma yet, but I had given my word.Who could be Man Utd’s next manager after Ten Hag?”A club came along and wanted me to break my agreement with Roma, which hadn’t yet been signed, and I said no.”When the documentary comes out everyone will say I’m a total idiot.”When Portugal arrived I immediately told the president about it.”When Saudi Arabia arrived I immediately told the president about it.”This is why I don’t think they talk to other coaches behind my back, for me it’s not like that because there is reciprocity.”Mourinho who joined Roma in 2021 led them to their first piece of silverware in 11 years after winning the Europa Conference League was sacked earlier this year.READ MORE SUN STORIESHowever, he is still the most successful United manager in the post-Ferguson era. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and David Moyes had trophyless spells while Louis van Gaal won the FA Cup and Erik ten Hag secured the club’s sixth League Cup last term. More

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    Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson: Do I need a Netflix subscription to watch the boxing fight?

    JAKE Paul’s next fight will be against Mike Tyson in a huge clash that has taken everybody by surprise. The Problem Child is only a few days removed from his first round demolition job over Ryan Bourland.Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson will be shown live on NetflixTyson hasn’t fought since an exhibition clash with Roy Jones Jr back in 2020. Paul fought on that undercard against former NBA star Nate Robinson, knocking him out in the very first round as well. Paul’s last few fights have been shown live on DAZN, but his clash with Tyson will air on the biggest streaming service in the world. Netflix, streamer of Hollywood blockbusters and some of the most popular TV shows, will show Paul vs Tyson. Do you need a Netflix subscription to watch Paul vs Tyson?In short, yes, you need a Netflix subscription to watch Paul’s fight with Tyson. The fight, however, is NOT on pay-per-view. So if you already have a subscription, you can watch the event. A standard subscription with adverts is £4.99-a-month but without adverts it’s £10.99.A premium subscription, which allows you to watch on up to four supported devices, is £17.99-a-month.Most read in BoxingWhat has Paul said about the fight?”We’re about to produce the biggest fight in history, a fight in the biggest NFL stadium in the US, broadcast live, on the biggest streaming platform in the world – a testament to all we’ve accomplished in such a short amount of time,” he said. “Whether you’re tuning in on Netflix or showing out in person, whether you’re team Paul or team Tyson, or whether you’re a lifelong boxing fan or watching your first fight, you’re not going to want to miss this event. “I could not be more excited to make this amazing fight available to all Netflix subscribers alongside the hardest hitter of all time, Mike Tyson, on Saturday, July 20th.” More