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      Brave electrician Josh Padley wins over fans with amazing Mike Tyson tattoo and spirit in loss to world champ Stevenson

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      JOSH PADLEY put on the performance of a lifetime to take pound-for-pound American superstar and three-weight king Shakur Stevenson nine rounds.The 29-year-old Doncaster electrician was crawling through roofs on Tuesday, installing solar powers for a daily rate.Josh Padley took on Shakur Stevenson in Riyadh for a world titleCredit: GettyFans were quick to notice Padley had some unusual inkThe incredible ink shows Mike Tyson punching ZeusBut, when American Floyd Schofield pulled out of the fight with a mystery illness, the fearless super-sub called his long-suffering boss to book a very short-notice holiday for a shot at the WBC lightweight world title and boxing greatness.Before the shock call came, Padley had plans to work all week and then spend the weekend doing DIY in his new home.But instead he made mouthy Stevenson look like a flat-pack bully who needed every ounce of strength and skill to overcome a man who does the sport part-time.Padley did Yorkshire and the nation proud in the opener, throwing right hands at Stevenson’s toned body and tricking him with clever feints.READ MORE ON BOXINGThe lairy champion grinned when the challenger dared attack him but Padley was utterly fearless.And it wasn’t long before his remarkable back tattoo caught fans’ attention on the PPV.The 29-year-old has a bizarre ink featuring legendary heavyweight Mike Tyson.In the huge tatt, Tyson is seen punching Greek god Zeus square in the face. Most read in BoxingOne fan gasped: “One thing I can say about Padley so far is that’s a hard-a** tattoo on his back.”While another said: “That Padley tatt goes hard.”BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSStevenson landed some wicked combinations in the second – just after Padley’s little pocket of fans took over the Riyadh arena with a ‘Padley Wonderland’ chorus.But the brave Brit ate the shots up and threw back his own, defying all the ratings between them.Frank Warren’s Commonwealth Gold medalist Lewis Williams builds to second pro fight | Contender Watch the full episode of Contender on Sun Sport’s YouTube channel NOW as we exclusively go behind the scenes with Lewis WilliamsThe third was nip and tuck too, right until the final seconds when Stevenson unloaded a volley of expert blows that buzzed the Englishman and buckled his legs, thankfully the bell came right on cue.Stevenson’s promises of a brief and one-sided beatdown were proven totally empty by the fourth, when Padley again soaked up his best work and tagged him back.By the fifth Stevenson had to try dirty tricks, slashing a southpaw lead hook at Padley when the ref had ordered them to break.But Padley was then hurt by a legitimate body punch that robbed him of his lungs but not his heart and he tucked up and slashed back, to hear another bell.There was a lone and soft female fan in the darkness somewhere shouting “Go on Josh!” all through the sixth, when he needed it most.Padley was deep under fire and taking a beating but he refused to melt and even backed Stevenson back onto the ropes twice and hurled shots back like a hero.Stevenson landed a sickening body shot in the seventh, a normal man would have folded in half and taken the payday.But Padley bit down on his gumshield, sucked in the agony and ended the session hurling shots back as he continued to humble the Floyd Mayweather protege.This was supposed to be a one-sided massacre but the only thing getting slaughtered was Stevenson’s reputation and standing in the pound-for-pound list. Padley was simply magnificent and making a mockery of every ranking and rating in the entire convoluted sport.Padley did take an eight count in the ninth when one body blow too many took its toll.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd he was back on the canvas seconds later when another rib shaker left him gasping.Shakur got his hat-trick of ninth-round knockdowns right on the bell and his team threw in the towel to end the incredible showing of super-human courage from the working-class hero at the right time. More

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      Anthony Joshua gives cryptic update over future amid Tyson Fury fight talk in interview at Beterbiev vs Bivol 2

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA gave a cryptic response when answering a question about his boxing future.AJ was sitting ringside for The Last Crescendo in Saudi Arabia – where Dmitry Bivol is out for revenge against Artur Beterbiev in their lightweight rematch.Anthony Joshua gave a cryptic response when answering a question about his futureAJ was spotted chatting closely with unified heavyweight champ Oleksandr UsykCredit: GettyRiyadh’s bill has been dubbed as the greatest in boxing history, with Callum Smith handing Josh Buatsi the first pro LOSS of his career.Zhilei Zhang was then stopped by Agit Kabayel, Hamzah Sheeraz earned a controversial draw with Carlos Adames and Brit electrician Joshua Padley won over fans as he took Shakur Stevenson nine rounds in a brave defeat. All that came before Joseph Parker knocked out Martin Bakole within two rounds after he replaced Daniel Dubois at late notice following the Brit’s illness.Joshua joined a star-studded list of boxers watching among Saudi’s elite.READ MORE BOXINGBut the 35-year-old didn’t leave fans with much to go on when he was quizzed on his future.On what’s next, AJ said: “More fights, this is my life, this is what I do.”Right now I sit outside and I watch and then I’ll make my return one day.”Right right I sit back as a fan and watch the great people in the sport I love.”Most read in BoxingAJ’s ambiguous words were not the usual tough-talking messages the public typically hear from active boxers.CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSInstead of calling opponents out and showing an urgency to return to the ring, AJ hinted that his next fight isn’t coming any time soon.The Watford boxer didn’t indicate a close return and made it sound like it could perhaps happen in the distance future.’Aura is crazy’ – Oleksandr Usyk asks where Anthony Joshua is seconds after arriving for stacked Beterbiev vs Bivol cardMany – including promoter Eddie Hearn – had hopes that Tyson Fury will overturn his retirement and fight AJ.Fans are convinced that Tyson, 36, will come out of retirement to fight again.A blockbuster all-British bout against AJ has been long in the making.Fury has announced his retirement five times in total, with his last hiatus from the ring in 2022.Meanwhile, AJ was spotted chatting closely with unified heavyweight champ Oleksandr Usyk ringside tonight.FOLLOW THE ACTION FROM RIYADH WITH OUR BOXING LIVE BLOG More

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      Man Utd got lucky against Everton after major VAR blunder meant referee saw WRONG footage of Everton penalty claim

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      FORMER Premier League whistler Mark Halsey has branded VAR “embarrassing” following Everton’s 2-2 draw with Manchester United. The Toffees were denied a last-gasp penalty after a controversial VAR intervention on Saturday afternoon.Everton were given a penalty late on against Man Utd – only for the decision to be overturnedCredit: AFPReferee Andy Madley was shown incorrect footage on the pitchside monitorCredit: RexEx-referee Mark Halsey has slammed VAR for the mistakeCredit: AFPAshley Young went down in the box following a shirt pull from Matthijs De Ligt, with referee Andy Madley initially pointing to the spot.VAR Matt Donohue recommended Madley review his decision – before the WRONG footage was shown on the pitchside monitor. Former Prem ref Halsey told SunSport: “The decision to overturn a penalty awarded to Everton near the end of their 2-2 draw with Manchester United was clearly wrong.”VAR Matt Donohue should NOT have got involved because referee Andy Madley’s on-field call was in no way a clear and obvious error.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”Ashley Young’s shirt was pulled – and when an opponent does that in the penalty area he is asking for trouble.”When Madley went to the monitor on the advice of VAR he was then shown the wrong footage.”The Premier League Match Centre posted on social media that Harry Maguire’s challenge on Young had been checked and that no foul had been committed.”But they failed to take into account that Matthijs de Ligt had pulled Young back by the shirt.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”And had Madley been shown footage filmed from behind the goal he would have seen this.”The incident was embarrassing.”Former Premier League referee Mark Halsey slams decision not to overturn Myles Lewis-Skelly’s red card in Arsenal’s win over WolvesEverton led 2-0 at half-time thanks to goals by Beto and Abdoulaye Doucoure.But United fought back after the break and levelled through Bruno Fernandes and Manuel Ugarte.Relieved Red Devils boss Ruben Amorim claimed the decision not to award a penalty was fair.Amorim said: “No, I think it’s a soft touch, it was not [a penalty] from what I saw. “I think it was a soft penalty, that was clear. “If you start the game without the first half, it was a good point, but we needed the three points.”The VAR footage centered on Harry Maguire impeding Ashley Young, rather than focusing on Mattjis De Ligt’s shirt pullBut fuming Everton manager David Moyes hit out at the officials after his side were denied back-to-back Premier League wins.Moyes fumed: “I can’t understand. [De Ligt] pulled his jersey.”I just thought the referee made the correct decision at the time and he should stick with it.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I think everybody who watches football, we’re all looking forward to seeing a referee saying ‘No, no I’m sticking with it’.’If it’s absolutely clear and obvious that’s what we’ve got VAR for, but I didn’t think it needed to get involved.Man Utd ratings vs EvertonMANCHESTER UNITED fought back from two goals down to draw against Everton at Goodison ParkThe Red Devils were slammed as “embarrassing” by Rio Ferdinand after failing 2-0 down in the first half.But they fought back late on thanks to a stunning Bruno Fernandes free-kick and volley from Manuel Ugarte, who bagged his first goal since his summer arrival from PSG.Amorim’s men were then lucky to escape a penalty in the final moments after VAR overturned the decision.SunSport’s Ken Lawrence has given his ratings of the Manchester United team…Andre Onana – 7United needed him with his game-head on, and his 93rd-minute stop saved a point.Noussair Mazraoui 69′ – 4Looked seriously uncomfortable on the right side of the back three – forced there because of a defensive injury crisisHarry Maguire – 4Out-jumped by Doucoure as the midfielder grabbed Everton’s second and was generally all over the place.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Nowhere for Beto’s opener, completely missing attempted clearance and got away with a 93rd-minute penalty call.Diogo Dalot – 5At least shows willing. Which is more than could be said for some of his team mates at Goodison.Manuel Ugarte – 7Spent most of the game stranded in United’s midfield morass but salvation came with a brilliant strike.Casemiro 62′ – 2The Brazilian is beginning to look like the world’s oldest 32-year-old —he’s become a genuine irrelevance.Patrick Dorgu – 6Made a determined start down the left flank but that enthusiasm was slowly but surely sucked out of him.Bruno Fernandes – 8His free kick was genuine class and once he was dropped deeper started controlling the game.Joshua Zirkzee – 4At £36.5M you would expect an element of ball control but the Dutchman used as a joint No 10 just looks lost.Rasmus Hojlund 69′ – 3Not so much a desperate Dane, more a despairing one although it would help if he had some support.Subs:Alejandro Garnacho 62′ – 7Injected some desperately needed pace and passion. Leny Yoro 69′ – 6Should have been on much earlier.Chido Obi-Martin 69′ – 5The 17-year-old has a presence for sure. More

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      Identity of mystery girl seen out with Jack Grealish is revealed after family man footballer said ‘she’s not with me’

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      A MYSTERY woman seen leaving a celeb nightspot with Jack ­Grealish is ex-model Emma Silverton, The Sun on Sunday can reveal.The Manchester City and England star was followed by Emma out of the ­Chiltern Firehouse in central London.Ex-model Emma Silverton was seen leaving a celeb nightspot with Jack GrealishGrealish was followed by Devon-born Emma out of the Chiltern Firehouse in central LondonCredit: SplashGrealish with girlfriend Sasha Attwood, who gave birth to his daughter in SeptemberCredit: InstagramNew dad Grealish, who was with pal Jaydon Gibbs, was heard shouting, “She’s not with me”, before doubling back inside. He re-emerged to get into a chauffeur-driven car.Witnesses said Emma then popped her head out of the window of a black cab to ask: “Are you guys coming or not?”Gibbs, whose twin Kieran is a former Arsenal defender, told the cab driver to “follow that car” before getting inside.Read More on SportThe next day Grealish, 29, celebrated Valentine’s Day with girlfriend Sasha Attwood, who gave birth to his daughter in September.Emma used to work as a hostess at the Chiltern Firehouse, looking after high- ­profile guests discreetly.The Brit was on the books of a New York modelling agency for six years and worked for designers including Alexander McQueen, Issey Miyake, Sonia Rykiel and Burberry.For the last three years 5ft 11in Emma has worked as a freelance photographer, and on film and music video projects.Most read in FootballJack and influencer Sasha, 29, share a £6million mansion in Cheshire.Emma was approached for comment.’Jack Grealish was a Tottenham player’ – Ex-Spurs chief reveals two huge transfers to ‘replace irreplaceable’ fell apart More

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      ‘Glitch in the Matrix’ – Bizarre moment Jean-Philippe Mateta ‘teleports’ in Crystal Palace celebrations

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      JEAN-PHILIPPE Mateta proved he is as elusive on camera as he is in opposition penalty boxes.The French striker, 27, has been in blistering form for Crystal Palace in this campaign.Jean-Philippe Mateta disappears from camera in the bizarre clip trending onlineMateta was a constant threat to Fulham in Palace’s 2-0 win over FulhamCredit: GettyAlready, he has scored 11 Premier League goals for the Eagles – as they march up the table.The former Mainz 05 man played a key role in Saturday’s match against Fulham.Although he wasn’t on the scoresheet, he proved a menace for the Cottagers’ defenders.And for his side’s second goal, scored by Daniel Munoz, it was his counter through the middle that conjured up the strike for the Colombian hitman.Read more football news Strangely though, as Munoz celebrated with the away fans, behind him a spinning Mateta appeared out of nowhere.One fan even joked that it looked like Mateta had ‘teleported’ into shot.While another suggested, ‘I think we had a glitch in the Matrix at Craven Cottage today.’The Eagles’ win over Fulham was remarkably the first time in 119 years they have won four consecutive games away from home in the top flight.Most read in FootballEXC My former Premier League footballer ex threatened to kill me – now he refuses to pay child supportThey were sent on their way when old boy Joachim Andersen scored an own goal in the first half.Former Genk striker Munoz put the seal on the win in the second half.Interestingly, moments before Munoz scored, Mateta had a goal ruled out by VAR for offside.Perhaps if he tried his ‘teleporting’ trick, he might have got that call. More

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      Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s INEOS ‘sick’ of hearing about Man Utd’s decline and ‘some think Sir Alex Ferguson is to blame’

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      SIR JIM RATCLIFFE and the rest of INEOS are “sick” of hearing about Manchester United’s glorious past and recent decline.And some within United’s hierarchy believe the recent struggles go down to legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson, who remained with the club as an ambassador after retiring from the dugout in 2013.Sir Jim Ratcliffe and the rest of INEOS are “sick” of hearing about Manchester United’s glorious pastCredit: PASome within United’s hierarchy believe the recent struggles go down to legendary manager Sir Alex FergusonCredit: AFPAccording to The Mirror, minority shareholder Ratcliffe, 72, and director of sport Sir Dave Brailsford “want absolutely nothing to do with the past” and are done hearing about how Man Utd used to dominate.Brailsford feels the past’s achievements are weighing heavily on how the Red Devils now go about the business of bringing back the glory years.So much so that it’s become an “obsession” not to mention the period when Man Utd were one of the best teams in the world.In fact, some influential figures at Old Trafford even feel that Ferguson is to blame for the Manchester giants’ decline the last 12 years.Read More on Man UtdFergie won 13 Premier League titles, five FA Cups and two Champions League trophies during a stunning 27-year reign that ended in 2013.But club chiefs feel Sir Alex’s presence didn’t allow the club to embrace developments in coaching and scouting. The Scottish legend’s multi-million pound contract was ended in October by the new regime, who are devoted to cutting costs amid high losses.SunSport revealed another savage round of redundancies is imminent.Most read in FootballEmployees have been called up for a meeting that will take place at Old Trafford on Monday.They are expecting to be told that up to 200 more jobs are set to be cut. Paul Scholes lays into Sir Jim Ratcliffe for ‘having the cheek’ to introduce ‘ridiculous’ Man Utd’s ticket prices That’s just seven months after INEOS laid off 250 members of staff at United. More

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      Chelsea player ratings: Jorgensen’s catastrophic error costs Blues but Caicedo a rare shining light in midfield

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      BLUES keeper Filip Jorgensen’s awful underarm howler saw Aston Villa come from behind to beat Chelsea 2-1 in the Prem.Enzo Fernandez’s rapid opener inside nine minutes came from Pedro Neto’s stunning breeze past Ian Maatsen.Chelsea lost back-to-back gamesCredit: GettyEnzo Fernandez fired Chelsea ahead inside nine minutesCredit: RexMarcus Rashford provided TWO assists for fellow new signing Marco AsensioCredit: GettyFilip Jorgensen’s howler saw Villa win 2-1Credit: ReutersBut the Blues soon fell apart after Villa loanee Marcus Rashford’s blistering introduction at half-time. Malo Gusto and Reece James couldn’t cope with Rashford – who looked like a different player from his recent woes at Old Trafford.Rashford provided two assists for fellow January signing Marco Asensio to leave Chelsea with two Prem wins from nine games.Here SunSport’s Graham Hill gives his Chelsea ratings from a booming Villa Park.READ MORE CHELSEA NEWSFILIP JORGENSEN – 4Horrible error for Villa’s late winner as Asensio’s shot squirmed under his body and through his gloves- ironically he had made a crucial save before that.MALO GUSTO – 6Failed to get a decent touch on Cash’s ball – and that led to Villa’s second half equaliser. Struggled to deal with Rashford’s presence.TREVOH CHALOBAH – 3The defender suffered a huge blow as he had to come off after just six minutes clutching his ribs following a challenge from Asensio.LEVI COLWILL – 6Found himself with a new central defensive partner early in the game and looked uncertain at times.Most read in FootballMARC CUCURELLA – 6Defending Chelsea’s left flank was not as troublesome as the right hand side, and the Spaniard looked stylish as Villa applied more pressure.REECE JAMES – 6Stepped in for the injured Noni Madueke and took the captain’s armband, had a good battle with Cash.ENZO FERNANDEZ – 6Right place, right time to open the scoring, a real threat early on, took a booking for the team, lucky to escape a second.MOISES CAICEDO – 7Provided a strong presence in midfield, spotted danger early and halted a number of Villa raids. His second-half ball should have provided Chelsea with their winner.COLE PALMER – 6Largely quiet game but wasted his chance to win the game when he collected a Caicedo through ball – but stumbled – that allowed Konsa to clear the shot PEDRO NETO – 7Great work for the opening goal when he left Maatsen standing before crossing to find Fernandez.CHRIS NKUNKU- 5 Hugged the left touchline, should have been involved more, not as much of a threat as Neto, subbed with 14 minutes to go.READ MORE SUN STORIESSUBSTOSIN ADARABIOYO: (for Chalobah, 6mins) – 6Needed some time to fit in at the back after Chalobah’s injury.JADON SANCHO: (for Nkunku, 76mins) – 5Did little to affect the game after coming on for an ineffective Nkunku. More

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      Zhilei Zhang brutally knocked out by Agit Kabayel as Chinese warrior, 41, stopped for first time in career

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      AGIT KABAYEL climbed off the deck to chop down 20-stone, 6ft6in Zhilei Zhang.The underdog gave away six inches in height and three stone in weight but beat the breath and enthusiasm out of the loveable veteran inside six fun rounds.Agit Kabayel beat Zhilei Zhang in a desert dust-up in RiyadhCredit: GettyThe German picked himself off the canvas to beat the giant Chinese veteranCredit: GettyZhang was unable to take anymore punishment in the sixth roundCredit: GettyBarring a fifth-round knockdown, Kabayel showed exactly how a good little’un beats a good big’un, flooding Zhang’s basement until the Great Wall fell.China’s 41-year-old southpaw started the bout like a man who knew time was not on his side.FOLLOW THE ACTION FROM RIYADH WITH OUR BOXING LIVE BLOGZhang chased the Kurdish German around the ring, slashing at his head from every angle.READ MORE ON BOXINGKabayel, 32, was clever and stayed out of range, he stabbed at Zhang’s body and threw the occasionally looped right hand.Twenty stone Zhang started to fatigue from as early as the second but every punch Kabayel connected with his shaven bowling-ball of a head bounced right off.The better shots from the 2017 Derek Chisora conqueror were the whipped hooks to Zhang’s never-ending torso.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMost read in BoxingMoments after Callum Smith and Josh Buatsi had put on a valiant show of light-heavyweight body punching, these two titans gave us an XXL version, in slower motion.Kabayel seemed confident that surviving the first half of the bout would allow him to pick off an exhausted veteran late on.Worrying new footage shows moment Deontay Wilder gets brutally KO’d by Zhilei Zhang while COMPLAINING to refereeKabayel poured on the pressure thick and fast in the fourth, like chilli sauce on kebabs, his self-confessed guiltiest pleasure.But Zhang was far more resilient than the sort of late-night pitta bread that melts limply in your hands at 3am.Kabayel was coasting the fifth after a minute of one-way action.But Zhang threw a three-punch combination that looked clumsy when the first two missed, but the final right hook shot landed flush and Kabayel was decked and had to crawl up after eight seconds.Kabayel rallied though and almost burst Zhang with a body assault as soon as the sixth started.It looked like Zhang was beaten and needed to take a knee but he battled on and kept taking blows.Eventually, Kabayel toppled the giant and Zhang folded into the canvas and could not rise in time to continue.Kabayel had hit the canvas during a dramatic fifth roundCredit: Getty More