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      Tyson Fury flies to Iceland with dad John to call out Game of Thrones star Thor Bjornsson – before going AXE THROWING

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      TYSON FURY flew to Iceland with his dad John to confront Hafthor Bjornsson – but ended up AXE THROWING instead. Fury filmed himself arriving at Keflavik Airport with John and business partner Spencer Brown.
      Tyson Fury and his dad John taking a trip to Iceland
      John Fury axe throwing in Iceland
      And their mission was to “find” Game of Thrones star Bjornsson following talk of an exhibition bout.
      But the former world’s strongest man was instead in Rome filming a movie, so Fury had to find other ways to entertain himself.
      That included buying Vikings hats, heading to the pub and going axe throwing.
      After Bjornsson caught wind of Fury’s trip to his homeland, he demanded a fight contract be sent his way.
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      He said: “I’m currently in Rome filming a movie, loving life and guess what?
      “Tyson Fury’s in Iceland, he tried to find me, couldn’t find me because obviously I’m not there.
      “But Tyson, if your team is serious, if you’re serious about fighting me, have your team send me a contract, lets get serious and I’ll find you.
      “I’ll come to you, I’ll find you, no worries.”
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      Bjornsson, 33, recently beat strongman rival Eddie Hall, 34, in their gigantic grudge match in March but he has not returned since.
      Fury, 33, meanwhile retired from boxing a month later knocking out Dillian Whyte, 34, at Wembley.
      But it appears his hiatus was short-lived after claiming he was coming back to face Derek Chisora, 38, in an unlikely trilogy bout.
      The fight was first eyed for December but shortly after, Fury appeared to suggest his rematch with Chisora was already off.

      He said: “Do you know the funny this is – people love to do deals and then ask for more or change the goalposts.
      “But the usual thing for me is then I tell them to go get f****d. So there we are.”
      It would free up Fury to fight Bjornsson in a extraordinary exhibition.
      With the Gypsy King still keeping hold of his WBC title, an undisputed decider remains on the cards.
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      But he first has to wait for Oleksandr Usyk, 35, to rematch Anthony Joshua, 32, next Saturday, following the Ukrainian’s win last September.
      Fury would then be in line to challenge the winner in what would be a first-ever heavyweight unification in the modern four-belt era.
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      ‘Send me a contract’ – Tyson Fury called out by Hafthor Bjornsson as Game of Thrones star reacts to ‘Viking’ jibe

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      HAFTHOR BJORNSSON demanded a fight contract from Tyson Fury in response to their latest verbal sparring session. Fury took an impromptu flight out to Iceland with his dad John and business partner Spencer Brown.
      Tyson Fury travelled to Iceland to confront Hafthor Bjornsson
      Hafthor Bjornsson reacts to Tyson Fury;’s latest jibe
      And their mission was to “find” Game of Thrones star Bjornsson following talk of an exhibition bout.
      But after failing, Fury said: “Thor, considering you’re not here and you’ve left Iceland to me, I am the new Viking.
      “I own this place now. It’s mine.”
      But Bjornsson hit back: “I’m currently in Rome filming a movie, loving life and guess what?
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      “Tyson Fury’s in Iceland, he tried to find me, couldn’t find me because obviously I’m not there.
      “But Tyson, if your team is serious, if you’re serious about fighting me, have your team send me a contract, lets get serious and I’ll find you.
      “I’ll come to you, I’ll find you, no worries.”
      Bjornsson, 33, recently beat strongman rival Eddie Hall, 34, in their gigantic grudge match in March but he has not returned since.
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      Fury, 33, meanwhile retired from boxing a month later knocking out Dillian Whyte, 34, at Wembley.
      But it appears his hiatus was short-lived after claiming he was coming back to face Derek Chisora, 38, in an unlikely trilogy bout.
      The fight was first eyed for December but shortly after, Fury appeared to suggest his rematch with Chisora was already off.
      He said: “Do you know the funny this is – people love to do deals and then ask for more or change the goalposts.

      “But the usual thing for me is then I tell them to go get f****d. So there we are.”
      It would free up Fury to fight Bjornsson in a extraordinary exhibition.
      With the Gypsy King still keeping hold of his WBC title, an undisputed decider remains on the cards.
      But he first has to wait for Oleksandr Usyk, 35, to rematch Anthony Joshua, 32, next Saturday, following the Ukrainian’s win last September.
      Fury would then be in line to challenge the winner in what would be a first-ever heavyweight unification in the modern four-belt era.
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      ‘I’m eating a lot’ – Conor Benn shows off body transformation after revealing diet ahead of Chris Eubank Jr fight

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      CONOR BENN is is piling on the pounds with a high-calorie diet ahead of his catchweight clash with Chris Eubank Jr.The pair are set for a sensational fight for the ages on October 8, almost 30 years after their dads’ famous rematch.
      Conor Benn weighing in to fight at welterweightCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
      Conor Benn training for his catchweight clash with Chris Eubank JrCredit: Instagram @conorbennofficial
      The bout is believed to be set at 157lb, meaning Benn will have to jump up 10lb from his usual 147lb division.
      And although he faces fighting up in weight, the unbeaten welterweight will at least not have to watch what he eats.
      Benn, 25, said on BBC Radio: “I don’t have to cut, it is about making sure I’m refuelled for my sessions and gaining a little bit of muscle.
      “I’m eating a lot. There’s plenty of things you can eat. I don’t eat a lot of meat, I’m not a massive fan but I’ll have steak on Saturdays.
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      “I’m able to eat what I want, as long as it is healthy and clean.”
      Eubank Jr, 32, is a career middleweight at 160lb, who has even campaigned as high as 168lb.
      The weight disparity has meant the two will meet between the 154lb light-middleweight and middleweight limit.
      And due to Eubank’s superior size, a rehydration clause limiting what he can weigh the next morning is also understood to be in place.
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      Both boxers will lose $100,000 (£81k) of their purse if they were to come even 1lb above the agreement.
      A similar clause was put into the Kell Brook’s contract before he beat Amir Khan at a 149lb catchweight in February.
      Eubank Jr and Benn both campaigned to fight Brook after but the ex-welterweight champion retired following his win over Khan.
      Benn has continued to climb the welterweight rankings to build on a first world title shot.

      Eubank Jr meanwhile has grown increasingly frustrated at his lack of championship opportunities.
      So he turned his attention to Benn following their fathers’ iconic fights in the 1990s.
      Eubank Sr won the first epic battle against arch nemesis Nigel, before they drew three years later in 1993.
      A trilogy failed to materialise, leaving their prizefighter sons to renew the rivalry over three decades later.
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      Eubank Jr said: “It’s a fight that’s going to spark the imagination of the British public, that’s what I’m happy about.
      “In terms of anticipation, legacy and hype it’s the biggest fight of my career.”
      Benn added: “This fight is for the legacy and was an opportunity I felt I couldn’t pass up.”
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      Anthony Joshua’s rematch with Oleksandr Usyk kicks-off incredible night of combat sports including UFC and bare knuckle

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      FIGHT fans are in for a feast on August 20 as a night packed full of combat sports awaits.A host of boxing and MMA events take place across Britain and America.
      Anthony Joshua was beaten by Oleksandr Usyk last SeptemberCredit: GETTY
      But with so much on offer, fans may be forced to pick and choose what they watch live.
      With the help of SunSport, we break down the blockbuster night of bouts.
      Oleksandr Usyk vs Anthony Joshua 2, Saudi Arabia
      Joshua, 32, rematches the Ukrainian pound-for-pound great, 35, in Jeddah, following his loss last September.
      For most, this is the pick of the night, with AJ potentially fighting to save his career and regain the heavyweight belts.
      On the undercard, ex-world champion Badou Jack features, as does Callum Smith and even YouTuber Money Kicks – real name Rashed Belhasa.

      Oleksander Usyk and Anthony Joshua rematch in Saudi ArabiaCredit: Mark Robinson
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      BKFC 27: Michael Venom Page vs Mike Perry, London
      Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship make their UK debut at Wembley Arena.
      Headlining is Bellator MMA star Venom Page, 35, against ex-UFC welterweight Mike Perry, 30.
      Former UFC contender-turned pro wrestler Paige VanZant, 28, also returns in her third BKFC fight, looking for a first win,when she takes on Charisa Sigala.
      Michael Venom Page and Mike Perry ahead of their BKFC clashCredit: Jamie McPhillimy / BKFC
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      Professional Fighters League semi-finals, London
      Also making their first trip across the pond is the PFL, MMA’s only league which consists of qualification and knockout rounds.
      London hosts the third and final semis of the year where the men’s featherweights and women’s lightweights are in action.
      Manchester’s Brendan Loughnane faces bitter American rival Chris Wade while double Olympic gold medallist Kayla Harrison tops the Copper Box bill.
      Brendan Loughnane fights Chris Wade in his PFL semi-finalCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      UFC 278: Usman vs Edwards 2, Salt Lake City
      A potentially historic night for British MMA awaits as Leon Edwards, 30, rematches welterweight title holder Kamaru Usman, 35, in Utah.
      Not since Michael Bisping, 44, has a UFC fighter from these shores held the gold.
      Usman beat Edwards in 2015 but a lot has changed since then, meanwhile Paulo Costa and Luke Rockhold co-headlining with Jose Aldo also returning.
      Kamaru Usman and Leon Edwards rematch at UFC 278Credit: Getty
      Adrien Broner vs Omar Figueroa Jr, Florida
      Broner – nicknamed The Problem – is back after over a year out of the ring and fights Figueroa.
      The four-division champ beat Jovanie Santiago in February 2021 but troubles outside the ring left him sidelined.
      Broner, 33, is looking for one more crack at the big time and his personality and flashy style is still a big hit with fans.
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      Tyson Fury begins filming for ten-part Netflix docuseries as British boxing legend prepares for return fight

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      TYSON FURY has started filming for his new Netflix docuseries – all while preparing to make his boxing comeback. The Gypsy King in June revealed he is subject to a ten-parter with the streaming giants.
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      It followed on from the success of his behind the scene ITV documentary, which helped him further win the hearts of fans.
      And judging by Fury’s Instagram, the cameras are now rolling as he filmed himself receiving some TV make up.
      In an earlier clip, the heavyweight was in the gym training amid speculation he is preparing to fight again.
      Fury, 33, announced his retirement in April after knocking out Dillian Whyte, 34, at Wembley, his first UK fight in four years.
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      But he then said he was coming back for an unlikely trilogy with Derek Chisora, 38, who he already beat in 2011 and 2014.
      The fight was believed to be targeted for Wales in December, but Fury has since appeared to suggest it is now off.
      He said: “The funny thing is people love to do deals and then ask for more and then change the goalposts.
      “But the usual thing is, for me, I tell them to go and get f****d so there we are.”
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      Fury has instead turned his attention to ex-world’s strongest man Hafthor Bjornsson, 33, following their talks over an exhibition.
      He uploaded a video on Twitter which appeared to show him at an airport.
      And Fury said: “You know where we are guys, Iceland. And you know what we’re doing here, we’re looking for Thor. Come out and fight like a man.”
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      ‘Has to win’ – Anthony Joshua’s career could be OVER if he loses Oleksandr Usyk rematch fight, claims Michael Bisping

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA has been warned his career could be OVER if he loses against Oleksandr Usyk again. AJ is seeking revenge on the Ukrainian pound-for-pound great next Saturday in Saudi Arabia, following defeat last September.
      Oleksandr Usyk and Anthony Joshua ahead of their rematchCredit: Mark Robinson
      Michael Bisping says Anthony Joshua’s career could be over if he loses againCredit: Rex
      A win for Joshua, 32, regains him the WBA, IBF and WBO heavyweight titles and sets him back on course for a money-spinning undisputed decider with Brit rival Tyson Fury, 33.
      But in the eyes of UFC legend Michael Bisping, a loss would leave the 2012 Olympic hero with few options left.
      Bisping, 44, said on his YouTube channel: “If Joshua wants to continue to be one of the best, to go down in history as potentially the best British fighter we had and champion of the world, then he has to win this fight.
      “One has to think, I’m not trying to be negative here, if Joshua loses this fight then it’s the end of the road.
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      “What more is he going to do? Is he going to come back and try to claw his way back to the top? He’s been there, done it and he’s got the T-shirt.
      “He’s made a tremendous amount of money, he’s achieved everything you want to achieve by getting involved in combat sports.
      “If he loses this one, he’s lost his last two and he also lost his titles to Andy Ruiz.”
      Joshua, 32, beat Ruiz, also 32, in the Saudi desert in 2019 after losing their initial fight six months earlier.

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      It means AJ has an advantage having been accustomed to the conditions.
      But Usyk, 35, told Parimatch: “I’m comfortable boxing in front of a new crowd and in new places. I go out and do my work.
      “I work a lot in the gym, and I have boxed for the first time somewhere new on many occasions.
      “For me, it makes no difference where I box, whether it is the first or second time in a particular place. I like to box in new places.” 
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      ‘Come out and fight like a man’ – Tyson Fury ‘heading to Iceland to look’ for Hafthor Bjornsson’ amid exhibition talks

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      TYSON FURY has claimed he is heading to Iceland to hunt down Hafthor Bjornsson amid their talks over an exhibition fight. The Gypsy King uploaded a video on Twitter which appeared to show him at an airport.
      Tyson Fury claimed he is heading to Iceland to look for Hafthor BjornssonCredit: Getty
      Hafthor Bjornsson called to fight Tyson FuryCredit: Probellum
      And he pointed the camera to show a Keflavik sign – which is Iceland’s largest airport.
      Fury said: “You know where we are guys, Iceland. And you know what we’re doing here, we’re looking for Thor. Come out and fight like a man.”
      The WBC champion is renowned for fooling both the press and public, so it remains to be seen whether he is in Iceland or not.
      But Fury, 33, has sparred verbally online with the former world’s strongest man, 34, which led to talk of an exhibition bout.
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      And Bjornsson recently demanded a contract be sent his way so that he can gear up for the fight of his life.
      He said on his  YouTube channel: “I need good preparation, a good camp and some good people to spar with.
      “My coach has been training with me full-time and I will be going to Scotland soon but basically I need the contract.
      “So this is a big challenge to Tyson Fury and his team and I will sign it so we can have this official.
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      “I want to take this seriously and I have a huge amount of respect for Tyson Fury.
      “He is one of the best if not the best heavyweight of all time and I have to go all in.
      “If this is supposed to happen in November you guys need to make up your mind.
      “I need to train my f****** a*** off and I need to start having a proper camp.”

      Bjornsson recently beat strongman rival Eddie Hall, 34, in their gigantic grudge match in March but he has not returned since.
      Fury meanwhile retired from boxing in April after knocking out Dillian Whyte, 34, at Wembley.
      But it appears to have lasted just four months as he announced his return to complete a trilogy with Derek Chisora, 38, who he twice beat.
      The fight is rumoured to be targeted for December in Wales, which would dash Bjornsson’s hopes of an exhibition.
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      But Fury’s promoter Bob Arum spoke out to deny that Fury would fight Chisora for a third time.
      And he instead maintained they are awaiting the winner of Anthony Joshua’s rematch with Oleksandr Usyk, 35, next Saturday in Saudi Arabia.
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      ‘I don’t like it’ – Mike Tyson’s ex-manager admits fear over Jake Paul fight and reveals Evander Holyfield trilogy talks

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      MIKE TYSON has been warned by his ex-manager against a fight with Jake Paul after talks for a trilogy with Evander Holyfield collapsed. The youngest heavyweight champion of all time in November 2020 made a shock boxing comeback.
      Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield were in talks for a trilogy fightCredit: Rex Features
      Jake Paul was linked with a fight against Mike TysonCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      He drew over eight exhibition rounds with fellow legend Roy Jones Jr, 53, and was soon being called out for more cash-grab spectacle bouts.
      Tyson, now 56, is yet to fight again and appeared ready to leave his surprise return as a one-off ring cameo.
      Although that was until YouTuber-turned boxer Paul campaigned to face the American idol, who is over 30 years older.
      Both boxing stars have opened the door to what would surely be a pay-per-view blockbuster, despite the age gap.
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      But Hall of Fame manager Shelly Finkel, who worked with Tyson up until his retirement in 2005, is among those dead against it.
      Finkel told SunSport: “I don’t like it. But, Mike has his own mind, if he asked me, I’d tell him my opinion.” 
      Paul has made a name for himself in the fight game since winning his professional debut against online rival “AnEsonGib” in January 2020.
      He followed that up 11 months later by brutally knocking out ex-NBA player Nate Robinson, 38, on Tyson’s undercard.
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      Paul progressed with wins over former UFC pair Ben Askren, 38, and Tyron Woodley, 40, first on points and then KO.
      But he is yet to face an opponent with a recognised boxing record following cancelled bouts with Tommy Fury, 23, and Hasim Rahman Jr, 31.
      Tyson meanwhile has continued to tease another fight with training pictures and videos.
      He was in talks for another rematch with Holyfield, 59, who made a return of his own last September.
      But after being shamefully bashed around the ring by ex-UFC champ Vitor Belfort, 45, talk of the already unwanted trilogy faded away.
      Finkel revealed: “He actually reached out for me and then I spoke after that fight about trying to put the Holyfield fight together. 
      “It never happened, and after the way Holyfield looked with the MMA guy, that was over.” 
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