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    Thor vs Devon Larratt LIVE REACTION: Hafthor Bjornsson WINS with a 1st round TKO as Devon Larratt says ‘clearly I suck’

    MAN MOUNTAIN Thor eased to victory over Devon Larratt with a first round TKOArm wrestling legend Larratt stepped in at the last minute after Eddie Hall pulled out of the fight with a bicep injury.
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    Full undercard results

    Thor bt Devon Larratt by TKO
    Jacob Heppner bt Josh Bridges by UD
    Anthony De Brujin bt Giorgi Gachechiladze by UD
    Stefi Cohen drew with Marcela Nieto
    Martin Bakole bt Haruna Osumanu by KO
    Avril Mathie bt Jesca Mfinanga by UD

    RESPECT
    Hafthor Bjornsson was quick to reiterate his love and respect for the sport of boxing after beating Devon Larratt.
    Bjornsson said: “I love competing and I have such a respect for this sport.
    “I’ve been an athlete my whole life, and this sport is without a doubt the hardest sport I’ve tried.
    “But I absolutely love it”
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    THOR ADMISSION
    Hafthor Bjornsson admitted that he would get his “a** beaten” if he got in the ring with Tyson Fury.
    Bjornsson told Muscle and Health: “I know I’d get my a** beaten against Tyson Fury today, but if I was offered that opportunity, I would not turn it down.
    “The opportunity to fight someone that great would be an honour for me and I just couldn’t say no to that.
    “But I would get my a** beaten, that’s for sure.
    “I’d need far more experience and a few more years under my belt to stand a chance against someone that good”
    FAST & FURY-OUS
    Hafthor Bjornsson expressed an interest in fighting current WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury,.
    Bjornsson said: “I would never say no to that, it wasn’t like I was calling him out.
    “The same thing happened when I was asked if I would fight Tyson Fury and I said the same thing.
    “I would definitely fight him if the opportunity came along, because the experience would be so great.
    “I would learn so much from fighting either of those guys, so I just couldn’t say no to that”
    WHO’S NEXT?
    Hafthor Bjornsson revealed he would be open to fighting boxing legend Mike Tyson.
    Bjornsson told the Daily Mirror: “I was asked the question if I would fight Mike Tyson and my answer was that I would not say no to that offer.
    “This is because of the respect that I have for Mike as a fighter and as an athlete, and I would want to feel his power.
    “I would want to step in the ring with him because to be able to tell people that I fought Mike Tyson would be an honour.
    “I’m all about experiences, living your life and taking the right opportunities, and if I was offered to fight Mike Tyson then that would be huge for me”
    ED-DING BACK
    Eddie Hall has vowed to shatter Hafthor Bjornsson’s jaw after being replaced by Devon Larratt.
    Hall told Men’s Health UK: “In the beginning, I think everyone had Thor as the favourite because he’s got the reach and height advantage.
    “I’m 6ft 2.5in and he’s 6ft 9in, but I think people are now gauging how seriously I’m taking this.
    “I’m putting my heart and soul into this fight and I don’t do anything 99%. It’s 100% or nothing.
    “I think it’s safe to say the public is starting to get that feeling that I’m taking this very seriously indeed and that Thor is going to get a broken jaw”

    MORE FROM LARRATT
    Devon Larratt admitted he “clearly sucks” after his loss to Hafthor Bjornsson.
    Larratt said: “I wish I could have done better. I have tons of respect for this boxing game, clearly I suck but wow, what a trip, man,
    “To be in the ring with Thor, it’s totally on my bucket list. To be able to step into this arena in this format.
    “In the real world Thor could have killed me today but we had the gloves on and we can do it again another day and get stronger.
    “I loved it. I knew I was under-prepared but I knew the fight would be a lot of fun”
    LARRATT JOKE
    Devon Larratt jokingly called for one of his fellow arm-wrestlers to avenge his loss to Hafthor Bjornsson.
    Larratt said: “Thanks to everybody who supported me and believed in me in this process.
    “I know that there is an arm wrestler out there who is a far superior boxer to me.
    “Please, take vengeance on Thor for me. Somebody from the arm wrestling world who actually has some hands”
    LARRATT PRAISE
    Hafthor Bjornsson was full of praise for his opponent Devon Larratt after his easy victory as he was impressed he took on this fight in such short notice.
    Bjornsson said: “My thoughts is just wow.
    “Devon is such a warrior, he has the biggest heart I know. That guy is something else.
    “To only take a fight on only five weeks’ notice is brave”
    HALL OF PAIN
    Hafthor Bjornsson vowed to knock out Eddie Hall immediately after his stoppage victory over the latter’s replacement Devon Larratt.
    Bjornsson said: “You guys know what I want to fight [next].
    “You guys know. Come on, who is it? I know Eddie’s at home chilling on the sofa with his popcorn and cola.
    “Enjoy your life, buddy. I’m gonna knock you out soon”
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    RECAP
    Hafthor Bjornsson scored an easy first-round TKO victory over short-notice replacement Devon Larratt in Dubai on Saturday.
    Bjornsson came out aggressive early doors and immediately looked to take the centre of the ring with his pressure and a series of jabs.
    But the 32-year-old soon found himself trying to stay upright after the pair clinched and almost fell through the ropes.
    Larratt wasn’t deterred by the Icelandic behemoth in front of him and looked to land counter shots, two of which found their home.
    But the ref soon gave the 46-year-old a count for what initially looked like a stumble.
    That proved to be the signal for the Game of Thrones star to up the ante and fire his left hand, which began to find its home at will.
    After hearing Larratt wail in pain following a big left hand, the referee wisely decided to stop the contest and award The Mountain the win
    TALE OF THE TAPE
    Just a reminder of how Eddie Hall and Hafthor Bjornsson stack up ahead of their grudge match.

    JAW TAKER
    Eddie Hall is champing at the bit to share the ring with Hafthor Bjornsson, so much so has vowed to shatter the Icelandic giant’s jaw.
    He told Men’s Health UK: “In the beginning, I think everyone had Thor as the favourite because he’s got the reach and height advantage. 
    “I’m 6ft 2.5in and he’s 6ft 9in, but I think people are now gauging how seriously I’m taking this. 
    “I’m putting my heart and soul into this fight and I don’t do anything 99%. It’s 100% or nothing. 
    “I think it’s safe to say the public is starting to get that feeling that I’m taking this very seriously indeed and that Thor is going to get a broken jaw.”

    WHY THE HATRED BETWEEN THOR AND EDDIE?
    The rivalry between the pair stems from Eddie Hall’s World’s Strongest Man triumph in 2017 – after which Hafthor Bjornsson claimed the Brit cheated in the Viking press portion of the competition.
    Hall said of Thor’s comments: ”
    This is a quote from Hafthor Bjornsson: ‘I was robbed.’
    “For the last three years, instead of answering questions about how I defeated some of the greatest strongmen to ever live, Hafthor included, instead I had people questioning whether I really won it or not.
    “Hafthor Bjornsson and his entourage have been smearing my title and the referee Colin Bryce’s reputation for the last three years.
    “Because he was the Mountain from Game of Thrones, a huge TV star, people listened and people believed him.
    “I’ve had enough of the doubters saying he was robbed and how hard done by he was.
    “So today, I came across a video that ends all the smack talk and silences the doubters.
    “This video stopped me in my tracks for how desperate a man can be when things don’t go his way.
    “It’s time for the truth to be told, for the picture to do the talking.
    “Hafthor Bjornsson, you and your yes men should be ashamed of yourselves.”
    ‘RESPECT FOR THIS SPORT’
    Game of Throne star Hafthor Bjornsson was quick to reiterate his love and respect for the sweet science after having his hand raised.
    He said: “I love competing and I have such a respect for this sport.
    “I’ve been an athlete my whole life, and this sport is without a doubt the hardest sport I’ve tried.
    “But I absolutely love it.”

    DEVON LARRATT TALKS
    “Thanks to everybody who supported me and believed in me in this process.
    “I know that there is an arm-wrestler out there who is a far superior boxer to me.
    “Please, take vengeance on Thor for me. Somebody from the arm-wrestling world who actually has some hands.”

    MORE FROM THOR
    Hafthor Bjornsson was full of praise for Devon Larratt after their bout, hailing him for taking the fight on a mere five weeks’ notice.
    He said: “My thoughts is just wow.
    Devon is such a warrior, he has the biggest heart i know. That guy is something else.
    “To only take a fight on only five weeks’ notice is brave.”

    THOR CALLS OUT HALL
    Hafthor Bjornsson has just sent a message to former friend turned rival Eddie Hall.
    In his post-fight interview, he said: “You guys know what I want to fight [next].
    “You guys know. Come on, who is it? I know Eddie’s at home chilling on the sofa with his popcorn and cola.
    “Enjoy your life, buddy. I’m gonna knock you out soon.”

    IT’S OVER!
    Hafthor Bjornsson has defeated short-notice opponent Devon Larratt via first-round TKO.
    A scrappy and unpleasing affair on the eye, but The Mountain finally has his first victory.

    THOR VS LARRATT – ROUND ONE
    Thor comes out aggressive and immediately tries to take the centre of the ring with a series of jabs.
    They clinch and briefly fall into the ropes before the ref steps in.
    Larratt has landed two good counter hooks early.
    The ref is giving a count to Larratt, not sure why, though.
    Thor lands a big straight left before Larratt looks to close the distance and avoid the onslaught.
    Bjornsson is continuing to find a home for his straight left and Larratt is struggling.
    A big left hook lands for Thor and staggers Larratt. And the ref has waved it off!
    HERE COMES THE MOUNTAIN
    Hafthor Bjornsson is making his way to the ring.

    LARRATT IS HERE
    Devon Larratt is in the ring.

    ALMOST MAIN EVENT TIME
    It’s almost time for Hafthor Bjornsson and Devon Larratt to go to war.
    Will the former Game of Thrones star finally pick up his first victory?
    We’re about to find out.

    HEPPNER WINS
    Jacob Heppner defeats Josh Bridges via unanimous decision.
    No complaints with that decision. Now, let’s move on to the main event.

    BRIDGES VS HEPPNER – ROUND SIX
    Both men are giving their all here in the sixth and final stanza.
    Despite huffing and puffing earlier, Heppner is the fresher fighter.
    Bridges seems resigned to throwing and hoping and has missed wildly with several shots.
    The final bell goes.
    BRIDGES VS HEPPNER – ROUND FIVE
    Just as I praise both men for showing some degree of skill, it drops.
    More than likely down to fatigue, but the pace and quality has well and truly dropped.
    Heppner, to his credit, is continuing to try and push the pace.
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    Thor vs Devon Larratt LIVE RESULTS: Hafthor Bjornsson WINS with a first round TKO as Devon Larratt says ‘clearly I suck’

    MAN MOUNTAIN Thor eased to victory over Devon Larratt with a first round TKOArm wrestling legend Larratt stepped in at the last minute after Eddie Hall pulled out of the fight with a bicep injury.
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    Full undercard results

    Thor bt Devon Larratt by TKO
    Jacob Heppner bt Josh Bridges by UD
    Anthony De Brujin bt Giorgi Gachechiladze by UD
    Stefi Cohen drew with Marcela Nieto
    Martin Bakole bt Haruna Osumanu by KO
    Avril Mathie bt Jesca Mfinanga by UD

    TALE OF THE TAPE
    Just a reminder of how Eddie Hall and Hafthor Bjornsson stack up ahead of their grudge match.

    JAW TAKER
    Eddie Hall is champing at the bit to share the ring with Hafthor Bjornsson, so much so has vowed to shatter the Icelandic giant’s jaw.
    He told Men’s Health UK: “In the beginning, I think everyone had Thor as the favourite because he’s got the reach and height advantage. 
    “I’m 6ft 2.5in and he’s 6ft 9in, but I think people are now gauging how seriously I’m taking this. 
    “I’m putting my heart and soul into this fight and I don’t do anything 99%. It’s 100% or nothing. 
    “I think it’s safe to say the public is starting to get that feeling that I’m taking this very seriously indeed and that Thor is going to get a broken jaw.”

    WHY THE HATRED BETWEEN THOR AND EDDIE?
    The rivalry between the pair stems from Eddie Hall’s World’s Strongest Man triumph in 2017 – after which Hafthor Bjornsson claimed the Brit cheated in the Viking press portion of the competition.
    Hall said of Thor’s comments: ”
    This is a quote from Hafthor Bjornsson: ‘I was robbed.’
    “For the last three years, instead of answering questions about how I defeated some of the greatest strongmen to ever live, Hafthor included, instead I had people questioning whether I really won it or not.
    “Hafthor Bjornsson and his entourage have been smearing my title and the referee Colin Bryce’s reputation for the last three years.
    “Because he was the Mountain from Game of Thrones, a huge TV star, people listened and people believed him.
    “I’ve had enough of the doubters saying he was robbed and how hard done by he was.
    “So today, I came across a video that ends all the smack talk and silences the doubters.
    “This video stopped me in my tracks for how desperate a man can be when things don’t go his way.
    “It’s time for the truth to be told, for the picture to do the talking.
    “Hafthor Bjornsson, you and your yes men should be ashamed of yourselves.”
    ‘RESPECT FOR THIS SPORT’
    Game of Throne star Hafthor Bjornsson was quick to reiterate his love and respect for the sweet science after having his hand raised.
    He said: “I love competing and I have such a respect for this sport.
    “I’ve been an athlete my whole life, and this sport is without a doubt the hardest sport I’ve tried.
    “But I absolutely love it.”

    DEVON LARRATT TALKS
    “Thanks to everybody who supported me and believed in me in this process.
    “I know that there is an arm-wrestler out there who is a far superior boxer to me.
    “Please, take vengeance on Thor for me. Somebody from the arm-wrestling world who actually has some hands.”

    MORE FROM THOR
    Hafthor Bjornsson was full of praise for Devon Larratt after their bout, hailing him for taking the fight on a mere five weeks’ notice.
    He said: “My thoughts is just wow.
    Devon is such a warrior, he has the biggest heart i know. That guy is something else.
    “To only take a fight on only five weeks’ notice is brave.”

    THOR CALLS OUT HALL
    Hafthor Bjornsson has just sent a message to former friend turned rival Eddie Hall.
    In his post-fight interview, he said: “You guys know what I want to fight [next].
    “You guys know. Come on, who is it? I know Eddie’s at home chilling on the sofa with his popcorn and cola.
    “Enjoy your life, buddy. I’m gonna knock you out soon.”

    IT’S OVER!
    Hafthor Bjornsson has defeated short-notice opponent Devon Larratt via first-round TKO.
    A scrappy and unpleasing affair on the eye, but The Mountain finally has his first victory.

    THOR VS LARRATT – ROUND ONE
    Thor comes out aggressive and immediately tries to take the centre of the ring with a series of jabs.
    They clinch and briefly fall into the ropes before the ref steps in.
    Larratt has landed two good counter hooks early.
    The ref is giving a count to Larratt, not sure why, though.
    Thor lands a big straight left before Larratt looks to close the distance and avoid the onslaught.
    Bjornsson is continuing to find a home for his straight left and Larratt is struggling.
    A big left hook lands for Thor and staggers Larratt. And the ref has waved it off!
    HERE COMES THE MOUNTAIN
    Hafthor Bjornsson is making his way to the ring.

    LARRATT IS HERE
    Devon Larratt is in the ring.

    ALMOST MAIN EVENT TIME
    It’s almost time for Hafthor Bjornsson and Devon Larratt to go to war.
    Will the former Game of Thrones star finally pick up his first victory?
    We’re about to find out.

    HEPPNER WINS
    Jacob Heppner defeats Josh Bridges via unanimous decision.
    No complaints with that decision. Now, let’s move on to the main event.

    BRIDGES VS HEPPNER – ROUND SIX
    Both men are giving their all here in the sixth and final stanza.
    Despite huffing and puffing earlier, Heppner is the fresher fighter.
    Bridges seems resigned to throwing and hoping and has missed wildly with several shots.
    The final bell goes.
    BRIDGES VS HEPPNER – ROUND FIVE
    Just as I praise both men for showing some degree of skill, it drops.
    More than likely down to fatigue, but the pace and quality has well and truly dropped.
    Heppner, to his credit, is continuing to try and push the pace.
    BRIDGES VS HEPPNER – ROUND FOUR
    Okay, this has actually turned out to be better than I expected.
    For six months of training between them, both men are showcasing okayish skills.
    Although I won’t be paying to watch these two go at it again anytime soon.
    Heppner lands his best shot of the night in the final minute, with a big right hand landing flush on Bridge’s chin.

    BRIDGES VS HEPPNER – ROUND THREE
    Heppner appears to have found a second wind in the third, although he’s still breathing heavy.
    Bridges is, however, continuing to have success when he closes the distance.
    The former Navy Seal is also repeatedly finding a home for his overhand right.

    BRIDGES VS HEPPNER – ROUND TWO
    Both men come out swinging, albeit recklessly, at the start of the second.
    Bridges is by far the cleaner puncher and is landing good shots when he closes the distance.
    Heppner is far too tight and rigid and gassing himself out with his stiff and telegraphed punches.
    A good overhand right lands for Bridges just before the final minute mark.
    The bell goes.

    BRIDGES VS HEPPNER – ROUND ONE
    You can clearly tell these guys have never fought competitively, but they’re giving it a real go.
    Heppner is trying his best to dictate the pace of the fight and take the centre of the ring.
    But Bridges comes forward and lands two nice combinations. Heppner is breathing at the end of the first.
    CROSSFITTERS UP NEXT
    Up next is a battle of former CrossFit Games competitors. Yup, you read that correctly, CrossFitters
    Former Navy Seal Josh Bridges is about to throw down with Jacob Heppner.
    I have no idea how this is going to go or if it’ll even represent a boxing match.
    Only time will tell.

    LIGHT WORK FOR BAKOLE
    Take a look at heavyweight prospect Martin Bakole’s destruction of Haruna Osumanu.

    RESULT
    Anthony de Bruijn has defeated Georgian journeyman Giorgi Gachechiladze via unanimous decision.
    You didn’t need a scorecard to tell the victor of that contest.
    In truth, I’m glad it’s over.
    SHOTS FIRED FROM HALL
    Hafthor Bjornsson has had his brief boxing career mocked by his old pal Eddie Hall, whom he was meant to fight this evening.
    Hall told Men’s Health UK: “I’ve watched both the fights and it was very laughable.
    “It’s put a lot more confidence in me watching his fights, because I know what I’m capable of. I know what I can do.
    “I’ve put absolutely zero content out there, and I know for a fact that’s going to be getting in his head as well that he doesn’t know what’s coming.
    “You know he’s going to have some sleepless nights, whereas I’m going to sleep like a baby, because I know what’s coming and I’m not scared of it.”

    CONFIDENT IN HIS SNOUT
    Devon Larratt is adamant Hafthor Bjornsson won’t be able to make good on his vow to break his nose, so much so he’s bet him £364.
    He said: “You know Thor, if you break my nose I’ll personally take $500 of my prize money and give it to you. I just don’t think it’s possible.
    “And I think a broken nose would suit me well, it would up my popularity in the world.
    “I think I’ll look better, more people will love me – you break it Thor, go break my nose, let’s see how it goes.
    “But if I break your nose I expect you to give me $5,000 because you wear nicer clothes than me, I can get a suit like that next time we do this.”

    NOSE BREAKER
    Hafthor Bjornsson plans to draw blood tonight, vowing to break Devon Larratt’s nose.
    Earlier this week, the 32-year-old said: “What can I say to this guy?
    “I like him, but I’m going to beat his a***.
    “I’m in a rough situation here, what can I do? I’ll probably break his nose, I’m sorry Devon it’s just my job.”

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    Eddie Hall slams Hafthor Bjornsson’s ‘fake fights’ and claims The Mountain’s punches have ‘no snap’

    EDDIE HALL has slammed Hafthor Bjornsson’s ‘fake’ exhibition fights, claiming The Mountain’s opponents are told to ‘TICKLE’ him.Speaking to Muscle and Health, Hall also took aim at Bjornsson’s ‘no snap’ punches, insisting they don’t hurt anyone.
    Eddie Hall has branded Hafthor Bjornsson’s exhibition bouts as ‘fake tickle fights’Credit: Simon Howard – Muscle and Health magazine
    Hafthor Bjornsson fights arm wrestler Devon Larratt this weekendCredit: EPA
    And the Brit, 33, is confident of a win when the pair finally clash next year, declaring: ‘I can bang harder.’
    Hall, who has lost six stone, was due to take on his strongman rival this weekend in a boxing grudge match.
    But The Beast suffered a detached bicep earlier this summer, leaving him unable to compete.
    Bjornsson, 32, will instead take on world No1 arm wrestler Devon Larratt on Saturday after shedding nine stone.
    And it will be the Game of Thrones star’s third exhibition bout in front of an audience, with Tyson Fury already in his sights.
    However, Hall has questioned the intensity and validity of the previous two fights, claiming Bjornsson’s opponents were instructed to go easy with ‘tickles’.

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    He told Muscle and Health: “I’ve been doing some good exhibition fights as well, not just sparring, so I’m actually getting in the ring with guys who want to take my head off and that’s what it’s all about. 
    “It’s about trying to take someone’s head off. Unless you’re actually in the ring with someone trying to take you down, you’re never going to experience that. 
    “You can be like Thor and you can set all these fake exhibition fights where guys are told to tickle you and not really take your head off, but that won’t do you any favours. That’s just teaching you to be tickled.”
    Hall also fired shots at Bjornsson’s punching technique, claiming the Icelandic giant hasn’t thrown a single one that could cause damage.
    And that will give the British behemoth the edge next year.
    Hall added: “Since we started prepping for this fight 18 months ago, I have not seen one single punch that Thor has thrown on a heavy bag, on a person, or on a mitt that’s made me think, ‘wow, that could hurt somebody.’ 

    “Not one punch have I seen that I think could hurt anyone. Thor just pushes everything. There’s no snap in his punches. 
    “I’m the complete opposite. Every punch I throw is snappy. It lands a crisp sound on the bag or a crisp sound on the opponent’s headgear. 
    “I know I can bang quicker and harder than he can – evidently.”

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    Hafthor Bjornsson reveals incredible body transformation as he drops NINE stone ahead of Devon Larratt fight

    HAFTHOR BJORNSSON has lost an incredible NINE stone ahead of Saturday’s fight with Devon Larratt.Speaking to Muscle and Health, ‘The Mountain’ revealed he’s in peak condition for his third boxing bout.
    Hafthor Bjornsson has lost nine stone since swapping strongman for boxingCredit: Instagram / @thorbjornsson
    The Mountain takes on world No1 arm wrestler Devon Larratt this weekendCredit: Instagram / @thorbjornsson
    Thor, 32, was supposed to take on strongman rival Eddie Hall this weekend before ‘The Beast’ suffered an injury.
    And 6ft 9in Bjornsson, who holds the world-record deadlift at 501kg, will instead fight world No1 arm wrestler Larratt after shedding the pounds.
    The Game of Thrones star weighed a mind-boggling 32 stone when he won World’s Strongest Man in 2018.
    But the Icelandic giant, who admits he would love to fight Tyson Fury next, is now loose and limber at a trim 23 stone.
    Bjornsson told Muscle and Health: “I don’t really weigh myself, but the last time I did, I was 149kg.
    “I’m not getting heavier, that’s a fact. i don’t really have a plan for the fight weight.
    Bjornsson has gone from 32 stone to 23 stone since winning World’s Strongest Man in 2018Credit: Instagram / @thorbjornsson
    Bjornsson used to eat 10,000 calories each day but has now cut backCredit: Instagram / @thorbjornsson

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    “I just want to be in good shape, feel good and obviously be able to last the full six rounds.
    “When I was competing in World’s Strongest Man, I was eating six to seven meals a day and hitting around 10,000 calories.
    “I felt okay, but because of my bodyweight I never really felt great. No one feels great at 205kg.
    “It doesn’t matter if you’re strong or whatever, just being that heavy takes a lot of energy out of you.
    “Of course, having transitioned to boxing, my diet has changed a lot. I’m eating a lot less, very clean.”

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    Bjornsson admits he is feeling much better at a lighter weight
    Bjornsson and Eddie Hall are set to fight in March next yearCredit: Instagram / @thorbjornsson
    Meanwhile, Bjornsson and Hall hope to finally face each other in March 2022.
    Hall, 33, has also lost weight for the event, shedding an impressive six stone.
    And the Brit is confident of taking Bjornsson down in the third round, claiming Thor should expect a ‘broken jaw’.

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    Hafthor Bjornsson keen on fighting Tyson Fury after Eddie Hall but admits he’d ‘get his a** beaten’ by heavyweight champ

    HAFTHOR BJORNSSON says he would relish the chance to fight heavyweight king Tyson Fury after taking on Eddie Hall.But speaking to Muscle and Health, where he also revealed his latest meal plan, Thor admitted the WBC champion would still ‘beat my a**’.
    Hafthor Bjornsson is keen on fighting Tyson Fury should the opportunity present itselfCredit: Instagram / @thorbjornsson
    Thor admits he would ‘get his a** beaten’ by the current heavyweight kingCredit: Social Media – Refer to source
    Bjornsson, 32, takes on armwrestling legend Devon Larratt later this month in only his third boxing bout.
    The former Game of Thrones star, known by fans as ‘The Mountain’, was originally scheduled to take on rival ‘The Beast’ Hall in a fiercely-contested grudge match.
    However, with the Brit suffering a bicep injury in training, 6ft 9in Thor will instead look to rack up a win against Larratt.
    And the 2018 World’s Strongest Man winner has already got his sights set on a new target: king of the ring Fury.
    Bjornsson admits it would be an ‘honour’ to take on the man widely regarded as the best heavyweight in the world.
    But Thor concedes that without further experience, Fury would teach him a lesson or two.

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    Bjornsson told Muscle and Health: “I know I’d get my a** beaten against Tyson Fury today, but if I was offered that opportunity, I would not turn it down.
    “The opportunity to fight someone that great would be an honour for me and I just couldn’t say no to that.
    “But I would get my a** beaten, that’s for sure.
    “I’d need far more experience and a few more years under my belt to stand a chance against someone that good.”

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    Bjornsson previously expressed interest in fighting legendary former heavyweight Mike Tyson too.
    He said: “If Mike Tyson would want to fight me, I wouldn’t say no.
    “I would be honoured to feel his power.”
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    Hafthor Bjornsson keen on fighting Tyson Fury after Eddie Hall but admits he’d ‘get his a** beaten’

    HAFTHOR BJORNSSON says he would relish the chance to fight heavyweight king Tyson Fury after taking on Eddie Hall.But speaking to Muscle and Health, where he also revealed his latest meal plan, Thor admitted the WBC champion would still ‘beat my a**’.
    Hafthor Bjornsson is keen on fighting Tyson Fury should the opportunity present itselfCredit: Instagram / @thorbjornsson
    Thor admits he would ‘get his a** beaten’ by the current heavyweight kingCredit: Social Media – Refer to source
    Bjornsson, 32, takes on armwrestling legend Devon Larratt later this month in only his third boxing bout.
    The former Game of Thrones star, known by fans as ‘The Mountain’, was originally scheduled to take on ‘The Beast’ Hall in a fiercely-contested grudge match.
    However, with the Brit suffering a bicep injury in training, 6ft 9in Thor will instead look to rack up a win against Larratt.
    And the 2018 World’s Strongest Man winner has already got his sights set on a new target: king of the ring Fury.
    Bjornsson admits it would be an ‘honour’ to take on the man widely regarded as the best heavyweight in the world.
    But Thor concedes that without further experience, Fury would teach him a lesson or two.

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    Bjornsson told Muscle and Health: “I know I’d get my a** beaten against Tyson Fury today, but if I was offered that opportunity, I would not turn it down.
    “The opportunity to fight someone that great would be an honour for me and I just couldn’t say no to that.
    “But I would get my a** beaten, that’s for sure.
    “I’d need far more experience and a few more years under my belt to stand a chance against someone that good.”

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    Bjornsson previously expressed interest in fighting legendary former heavyweight Mike Tyson too.
    He said: “If Mike Tyson would want to fight me, I wouldn’t say no.
    “I would be honoured to feel his power.”
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    Eddie Hall warns Hafthor Bjornsson he’s going to ‘get a broken jaw’ and rubbishes The Mountain’s 6ft9in height advantage

    EDDIE HALL has warned Hafthor Bjornsson to expect a ‘broken jaw’ when they clash in the boxing ring next year.Speaking to Muscle and Health, Hall also rubbished The Mountain’s 6ft 9in height advantage and promised fans: My heart and soul are in this fight.
    Eddie Hall has warned Hafthor Bjornsson to expect a ‘broken jaw’ when they finally fightCredit: Simon Howard – Muscle and Health Magazine
    British behemoth Hall, 33, was due to take on his former strongman rival this month before suffering a detached bicep in training.
    Bjornsson, 32, will instead face armwrestling giant Devon Larratt as Hall builds his strength back up.
    And it is hoped the former World’s Strongest Man winners will finally collide next year after Hall revealed a dramatic six-stone body transformation.
    But despite undergoing surgery in July, The Beast is adamant he remains favourite to win the grudge match.
    Indeed, Hall believes he is capable of causing real damage to Bjornsson, who has already clocked up two exhibition fights.
    That’s despite being nearly seven inches shorter than the Icelandic giant.

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    Hall told Muscle and Health: “In the beginning, I think everyone had Thor as the favourite because he’s got the reach and height advantage. 
    “I’m 6ft 2.5in and he’s 6ft 9in, but I think people are now gauging how seriously I’m taking this. 
    “I’m putting my heart and soul into this fight and I don’t do anything 99%. It’s 100% or nothing. 
    “I think it’s safe to say the public is starting to get that feeling that I’m taking this very seriously indeed and that Thor is going to get a broken jaw.”

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    Bjornsson is fighting armwrestling icon Devon Larratt this monthCredit: Instagram / @thorbjornsson
    Hall has already vowed to KO Bjornsson in Round Three, saying: “My game plan is to combine power, speed, agility, and endurance and I’ve got all four attributes nailed down. 
    “I can do ten three-minute rounds quite comfortably.
    “I think the third round will be the end for him. That’s what I’m aiming for.”
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    Eddie Hall reveals amazing body transformation as he drops six stone and vows to KO Thor Bjornsson in THIRD round

    EDDIE HALL has lifted the lid on his epic body transformation after shedding SIX stone.Speaking to Muscle and Health, Hall also vowed to KO Hafthor Bjornsson in the THIRD round of their upcoming boxing fight.
    Eddie Hall has lost over six stone in his preparations to box Hafthor BjornssonCredit: Simon Howard – Muscle and Health magazine
    Hall weighed over 31 stone when he won World’s Strongest Man in 2017Credit: Simon Howard – Muscle and Health Magazine
    The strongman legend, 33, has been training like a Spartan following his move into the world of boxing.
    Fuelled by a desire to knock out old rival Thor, Hall has ditched the 31.4 stone (200kg) frame that saw him become the World’s Strongest Man in 2017.
    Instead, ‘The Beast’ now weighs a comparatively trim 24.8 stone (158kg).
    And after finding his ideal size for boxing, Hall is even more confident of bringing down ‘The Mountain’ when they clash next year in a rescheduled fight.
    He told Muscle and Health: “When I won the World’s Strongest Man I was almost 200kg. 
    “Right now I weigh about 158kg, so I’m 40 kilos or so down. 

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    “I’m happy to fight 158kg, to be honest. I’ll probably go in at this weight.
    “My game plan is to combine power, speed, agility, and endurance and I’ve got all four attributes nailed down. 
    “I can do ten three-minute rounds quite comfortably.
    “I think the third round will be the end for him. That’s what I’m aiming for.”
    As well as training hard, Hall puts his body transformation down to nutrition, dropping his food intake to 6,000 calories a day.
    But although that’s over double what most people eat, Hall has slashed his daily intake by HALF.
    He added: “In my Strongman days I was consuming upwards of 12,000 calories a day. That was just a constant cow grazing. 

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    ‘The Beast’ is now at a trim 24.8 stoneCredit: Simon Howard – Muscle and Health magazine
    Hall intends to maintain his weight for next year’s rescheduled fightCredit: Simon Howard – Muscle and Health magazine

    “All-day from the second I woke up to the second I went to sleep I’d have meals. I was probably eating eight meals a day with snacks in-between and lots of liquids like high-calorie smoothies. 
    “Now, I have four square meals a day and five protein shakes in-between to make sure I don’t dig too big a hole. 
    “I’d say I’m on roughly 6,000 calories a day right now. That’s half what I was eating when I was the World’s Strongest Man.”
    The British behemoth wants to KO Thor in the third round of their fightCredit: Simon Howard – Muscle and Health magazine
    Hall has cut his calories in half from 12,000 a day to 6,000 a dayCredit: Simon Howard – Muscle and Health magazine
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