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    Elle Brooke controversially DRAWS against Paige VanZant after knocking down ex-UFC star in thrilling OnlyFans battle

    ELLE BROOKE fought to an epic draw against Paige VanZant despite scoring a big knockdown. The pair of OnlyFans stars headlined on Misfits 15 in Houston, Texas and put on a thriller over five rounds. Paige VanZant was dropped by Elle BrookeCredit: @thedumbledongBrooke, 26, got off to the perfect start by putting VanZant, 30, on the seat of her pants with a huge right hand in the opener. But ex-UFC contender VanZant used her experienced to claw back to a split-decision draw. – which was slammed by Brooke’s boxer pal Ebanie Bridges who was ringside.VanZant said afterwards: “I said it would be a tough fight, the whole camp. I knew how tough she was, I took the fight for a reason.”I was excited, I watched her past fights, I knew it would be tough. It is what it is. it sets up the perfect rematch.”READ MORE IN BOXINGBrooke believed she did enough to nick a win on the cards but credited former bare-knuckle boxer VanZant for her resilience. She said: “I think I started strong but one of Paige’s best assets is she doesn’t let a bad round affect the next one. I think if anything she got stronger at the end of the fight whereas I dipped.”After being floored in round one, VanZant came out in the second and landed a big left hook, but took one in exchange.Brooke scored with a flurry of shots in the third round to leave VanZant needing to turn things around in the final four minutes. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut the American rallied back in the fourth and fifth with the busier work between the two to take the bout to the cards. And after all three judges failed to separate the pair, both called for a rematch.EXCLUSIVE: I make hundreds of thousands on OnlyFans but now I want to become a world champion after boxing changed my lifeVanZant said: “I signed a multi-fight contract for a reason, so yeah it looks like we’re going to do it one more time in Dubai, it sounds like.”And Brooke added: “I mean it’s one of those things, you have to rewatch it because when you’re in there you’re getting hit but you’re also hitting.”I don’t think I’m experienced enough to think, ‘I’m 100 per cent winning this.’ “But because of the knockdown I can see me winning it but I’ll have to watch it back.”I was just saying to Paige, we now we get a big money rematch! This is perfect.”Misfits Boxing co-founder Mams Taylor – manager to YouTuber-turned boxer KSI – revealed the rematch will be run back in the UK, not Dubai, as VanZant believed.Taylor confirmed: “We’re going to see them back in the ring in the UK. READ MORE SUN STORIES”Elle came out here on Paige’s turf, now Paige is going to return the favour in the UK.”It was decided in that very ring moments after the announcement of it being a draw. They both want it. Let’s run it back.” More

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    Elle Brooke vs Paige VanZant LIVE RESULTS: OnlyFans stars meet for HUGE Misfits middleweight title bout – updates

    ELLE BROOKE and Paige VanZant meet in the ring TONIGHT for a blockbuster Misfits middleweight title bout in Houston.Current MFB Women’s Middleweight champion Brooke will defend her belt against former UFC fighter and fellow OnlyFans star VanZant in a massive contest for both women.VanZant is still looking for her first win in boxing after losing her first two bouts in the sport while Elle Brooke boats an impressive record of 4-1 and most recently stopped former Love Islander AJ Bunker in January.
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    Tyson Fury and UFC legend Conor McGregor compared, with one living in Morecambe and another splashing cash around world

    TYSON FURY and Conor McGregor are two of the highest-ever paid fighters in combat sports.The duo, both 35, have raked in millions of pounds thanks to their exploits inside the boxing ring and the UFC octagon.Brit boxing champion Tyson Fury is one of the richest athletes on the planetCredit: REXUFC and MMA superstar Conor McGregor is right up there with Fury on the rich listCredit: INSTAGRAM@THENOTORIOUSMMAFury lives a relatively modest life with his wife Paris and their seven kidsCredit: SPLASHMcGregor, on the other hand, loves to splash the cashCredit: GETTYFury, who faces Oleksandr Usyk for all the heavyweight marbles on Saturday night, pocketed close to £50million for his crossover clash with Francis Ngannou last October.And McGregor memorably took home a whopping £100m for his 2017 venture into the boxing world to take on Floyd Mayweather Jr.It’s no secret that the pair – who have watched one another fight in person – are equally as loaded as each other.But when it comes to how they spend their riches, they couldn’t be any more different.READ MORE ON FURY VS USYkUFC icon McGregor lives perhaps one of the most lavish lifestyles of all athletes.The Notorious has dropped millions on plush homes in Marbella, Lamborghini yachts and an incredible car and watch collection.WBC heavyweight champion Fury, however, lives a far more modest life in the sleepy town of Morecambe.Despite boasting an impressive fleet of motors, Fury and his family lived in a modest home worth a mere £550,000 up until 2021.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSTYSON FURY VS OLEKSANDR USYK: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE UNDISPUTED HEAVYWEIGHT BOUTHere’s how the two compare in the lifestyle stakes.PROPERTYThe sleepy seaside resort Morecambe is home for Tyson Fury and has been for over 13 years.Boxing legend Colin Hart has his say on Fury vs Usyk – and reveals who he thinks will winIn the last few years, he spent £1.7million on a new Lancashire home but beforehand was happy to live with wife Paris and their children in a five bedroom, £550,000 property.Speaking on a three-part ITV documentary in 2020, he said: “People say to me, ‘Why don’t you live in California or America?’ – why would I?”Why would I abandon my own country for a bit of money and some fame?”I love it. I would never leave Morecambe. It’s true beauty. If the weather was better, every house here would be a million quid.”The same can’t be said for former plumber’s apprentice Conor, who loves spending money. He told US TV host Jimmy Kimmel as much.”I mean you’ve got to enjoy it [money], right? It’s only paper,” McGregor told Kimmel on his chat show.Fury did live in a £550,000 five-bedroom home in MorecambeIn 2019 McGregor splashed £2m on this stunning home in IrelandMcGregor also spent around £1.3m on a holiday pad in Marbella in 2018Credit: The HeightsThe house is in The Heights, a luxury development that boasts wonderful views of the MediterraneanCredit: The HeightsHe added: “I need to stop fantasising about the materialistic things but I do enjoy them. I have to be honest with myself.”That’s why, when McGregor does retire, he has the pick of three homes – in Ireland, Spain and the USA.In 2019, he paid £2m for a beautiful five bedroom mansion in The Paddocks near Straffan, Co Kildare, that sits behind an elite gated Ladycastle community at the K Club, famed for being host to the Ryder Cup in 2006.The MMA star also has a £1.3million holiday home in the exclusive Marbella development called The Heights, where Cristiano Ronaldo is a neighbour.CARSWhen it comes to fast cars, McGregor has some of the best around.It is believed he has a garage worth around £3million and has been seen behind the wheel of a number of flashy motors.In the past, he’s shown off two Lamborghinis, including a £280,000 Aventador.McGregor’s also got a fleet of Rolls-Royces, like a £300,000 Phantom, a £250,000 Wraith and a £280,000 Dawn.And least we not forget McGregor’s £2.7million Lamborghini yacht, and he’s believed to own a private jet.Notorious loves luxury cars and owns a fleet of Rolls-RoycesCredit: Instagram @thenotoriousmmaMcGregor is also known to drive a Lamborghini AventadorCredit: INSTAGRAM@THENOTORIOUSMMAFury has been seen behind the wheel of a £250,000 Ferrari GTC4LussoCredit: BackGridAlthough Fury has admittedly scaled down on his car collectionFury has also been seen squeezing his 6ft 9in his frame into a £10,000 1993 Mini CooperCredit: Refer to CaptionInside the Gypsy King’s royal courtTYSON FURY is one of the biggest characters in sport.

    Fury has scaled down his car collection of late. He was seen behind the wheel of a £250,000 Ferrari GTC4Lusso, but seems to have ditched the Italian supercar.He also sold his Rolls-Royces when he suffered with depression and his life spiralled out of control.The Wythenshawe boxer even posted an emotional video on YouTube waving goodbye to a £300,000 Cullinan as it left his drive.He claimed to have swapped it for a used Volkswagen Passat that cost him £500.Fury has also been spied cruising around Morecambe Bay in a tiny Mini Cooper valued at £10,000.FASHIONWhere Fury catches up with McGregor is in the clobber he wears.The pair share a love of a bespoke statement suit. Tyson favours a Claudio Lugli number, often with a message that he shows off at press conferences before a big fight.McGregor too isn’t afraid of saying something with his whistle, once donning a suit that had ‘F*** you’ written in very small writing on it.He regularly teams up with tailor David August, who he has a fashion label with, for a new look.Fury is not afraid to wear a statement suitCredit: The Mega AgencyTyson showed off his £590 slippers and a £375 bathrobeCredit: Twitter @Tyson_FuryDapper Conor McGregor says a good suit is like wearing a plate of armourCredit: Splash NewsFamously, McGregor had a message for Floyd Mayweather on his suit before they foughtCredit: Getty”A good suit is like a plate of armour,” he once told fashion mag GQ.Amusingly, before Fury likes to go into battle, and when he’s in training camps, he lives in swanky robes.He was seen wearing a £375 Versace dressing gown before fighting Deontay Wilder in Las Vegas, matching them with £595 Gucci slippers.JEWELLERYDiamonds can also be a man’s best friend.Although he’s not as bling as McGregor, Fury has been spotted wearing a £500,000 Richard Mille Rose Gold watch, as well as a Rolex.And matching that Versace robe, wrapped around his neck, he wears a diamond-encrusted necklace.McGregor has a thing for watches too. Astonishingly, he has amassed a watch collection worth £2.2million.He has a Jacob & Co’s Astronomia Tourbillon Baguette, which is valued at a jaw-dropping £730,000.However, it’s another Jacob & Co timepiece that is his rudest. The Rasputin boasts blue hands and a naughty secret.Tyson flaunts his Richard Mille Felipe Massa Ivory Rose Gold Chronograph, which costs a staggering £500,000Credit: Instagram/gypsyking101Tyson also showed off a rainbow-themed Rolex on social mediaCredit: Twitter, @Tyson_FuryThe diamond-encrusted watch hides a naughty secret behind a shimmering doorMcGregor showed off his £730k Jacob & Co Astronomia Tourbillon Baguette watch on social mediaBehind a shimmering door of his Rasputin Jacob & Co watch that cost £1.5m is a saucy imageInside McGregor’s Notorious lifestyleWith more sides to his personality than an Octagon, Conor McGregor’s rise has been an enthralling watch.
    With the touch of a button, a hidden sex scene emerges from behind a shimmering door.How much did it cost, you ask? £1.5million.THEIR WAGSFury and McGregor were in long-term romances before they became household names.Dee Devlin met the Irishman in 2008 in a nightclub, just as he decided to go into MMA.And she’s always been supportive of him before a big fight – once revealing she prepares his meals to keep an eye on the calories he’s consuming.She also loves her designer clothing like her fiancé. When McGregor stepped into the ring to face off against Floyd Mayweather, she was spotted in the crowd wearing a £1,750 D&G leopard print dress.And like Conor, jewellery is important to Dee – who has been seen wearing Cartier, including a £31,000 watch and £40,000 bracelet.With her flowing blond locks and taste for expensive clothes, Paris Fury is glam, as well. The fashionable mum-of-six has a particular soft spot for Chanel, flashing a pair of stylish gold metallic trainers, £750, on Instagram.Paris Fury cuts a glam figure and loves designer wearCredit: InstagramParis owns SEVEN of these stylish Chanel 2.55 bags, worth £4,362 eachCredit: InstagramDee Devlin was McGregor’s side before his epic riseDevlin was snapped at the Floyd Mayweather fight wearing a £1,750 D&G leopard print dressCredit: Getty Images – GettyShe has previously dazzled followers with a £180 Moschino belt and Fendi Mama Baguette bag, worth £1,850.READ MORE SUN STORIESHer enviable handbag collection includes seven Chanel 2.55 bags in black, white, green, pink, yellow, blue and red, each of which retail for around £4,362.Clearly, it’s the Wags who are more comparable than their sporting partners. More

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    Nate Diaz vs Jorge Masvidal 2: Date, TV channel, start time and live stream for huge boxing match

    UFC legends Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal are set for a long-awaited rematch, but there is a twist.Diaz, 39, and Masvidal, 39, fought at UFC 244 back in 2019, with the latter coming out on top to win the BMF (Baddest Mother F****r) title.Nate Diaz and Jorge Masvidal are set for a rematch after the latter won at UFC 244Credit: Splash NewsMasvidal will meet his MMA rival in a boxing fight next monthCredit: The Mega AgencyDiaz has only had one boxing fight that saw him lose to Jake PaulCredit: GettyMany called for a rematch between the two lightweight foes and their prayers have finally been answered, however this will not be an MMA fight.Instead, the American bruisers will lock horns in a 10-round boxing bout.The two fighters have only ever boxed once professionally throughout their celebrated careers.Masvidal stepped inside a boxing ring back in 2005 when he beat Joseph Benjamin whereas Diaz lost to YouTuber Jake Paul last year.Read More on BoxingWhen does Diaz vs Masvidal take place?Masvidal and Diaz are scheduled to clash on June 1 at the Kia Forum in California.The card kicks off from 10pm UK time with the main event expected to get underway from 2am the following morning.How can I watch?Masvidal vs Diaz is a pay-per-view event that will be shown on Fanmio in the UK for £63.99.And of course you can follow all the live action at SunSport’s live blog coverage.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDiaz vs Masvidal undercardThe undercard has yet to be completed with only one fight confirmed so far.Here’s what’s been pecilled down, of course everything is subject to change:UFC legend Jorge Masvidal ‘breaks fan’s leg’ with lethal kick that leaves recipient writhing in agony before running away
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    ‘Going to get hurt’ – UFC fans all say same thing after Conor McGregor has final night out before Chandler fight camp

    CONOR MCGREGOR’s final night out before his latest training camp has raised concerns among fight fans.The Notorious will make his eagerly-anticipated return on June 29 in the main event of UFC 303 in Las Vegas.Conor McGregor will make his long-awaited UFC return on June 29Credit: GETTYThe Irishman has enjoyed the fruits of his labour and several Forged Irish Stout pints during his octagon hiatusCredit: INSTAGRAM@THENOTORIOUSMMAThe Notorious enjoyed a final night on the sauce last weekendCredit: INSTAGRAM@THENOTORIOUSMMAMcGregor plans to ditch the booze for his eight-week training camp for Michael ChandlerCredit: INSTAGRAM@THENOTORIOUSMMAMcGregor, 35, has enjoyed the fruits of his labour during his injury-enforced octagon hiatus and had many a tipple of his Proper No.12 Whiskey and Forged Irish Stout.And he enjoyed a few drinks last weekend, just NINE weeks before his comeback clash with fellow fan favourite Michael Chandler.The Notorious was seen drinking some of his Forged Stout at a launch party at the Nanny’s of Duleek in County Meath.According to Bloody Elbow, McGregor didn’t overindulge on the dark stuff as he’d taken part in a hard day of training with his sparring partners.READ MORE IN MMAHis keeping a lid on things, however, didn’t stop him from making sure the paying punters got their fill of Forged Stout.McGregor shared footage of the night with his 47 million Instagram followers, some of whom were quick to express their concerns.One commented: “Nine weeks out from his first fight in just under three years.”Another said: “The odds of having him as favourites are crazy. [Put the] house on Chandler.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd another said: “Do you remember when he took fighting seriously?”One remarked: “He’s going to get hurt against Chandler! Is there nobody but yes men in his camp telling him this is still 2015?”Inside Conor McGregor’s Glam LifeAnother chimed in: “Yeah, now I’m really worried about his next fight.”One commented on the video saying: “Too many distractions, TBh. I’m worried about June 29.”Former two-division champion McGregor has imposed a booze ban on himself now that he has just over eight weeks until his octagon return.He wrote on Instagram earlier this month: “My brother Justin Bieber, the Mac has your back for life!“From Beverly Hills to the Bahamas! See you in Vegas bro, it’s game on, the Mac is back!“Five more nights on the delicious and then that be that see ya’s tonight I’M NOT F***NG LEAVING.”McGregor hasn’t set foot inside the octagon since breaking his left leg in his trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier nearly three years ago.Inside McGregor’s Notorious lifestyleWith more sides to his personality than an Octagon, Conor McGregor’s rise has been an enthralling watch.
    And he plans to get back into the win column by with a viral head-kick KO of Chandler.The UFC’s first simultaneous two-weight world champion recently told James Corden: “I am Terminator now.”I have a titanium rod that goes into the knee and down to the bone, right down to my ankle. “It’s unbreakable.”I wish for and I will work for landing this kick with this steel bar in my leg against an opponent and getting them out of there.”READ MORE SUN STORIESHe added: “I want to see a picture of myself in the octagon with my leg broken.”And then I want to see a picture of myself in the octagon with my leg wrapped around my opponent’s neck or head and putting him out and side by side.” More

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    Anthony Joshua and Conor McGregor lead the tributes after Francis Ngannou’s 15-month-old son tragically dies

    ANTHONY JOSHUA and Conor McGregor led the tributes after Francis Ngannou’s 15-month-old son tragically died. The former UFC champion-turned-heavyweight boxer revealed the devastating news on social media. Francis Ngannou’s 15-month-old son tragically diedCredit: GettyConor McGregor paid tribute to Ngannou and his familyCredit: GettyAs did former boxing opponent Anthony JoshuaCredit: GettyAnd he was met with resounding support from the world of sport. Father-of-four McGregor, 35, replied on X: “I am so sorry to hear of your loss Francis, my prayers are with you and your family at this time.”Absolutely gutted reading this Francis! I can only imagine the pain you are in right now I am so sorry hearing this news. “I pray God has the best and safest place in heaven for him, until you meet again.” READ MORE IN BOXINGJoshua, who has eight-year-old son JJ, said on Instagram: “May the memories you shared bring you comfort.”Boxing legend Manny Pacquiao, 45, who has five kids, added: “I’m sorry brother. “Can’t imagine the pain and struggle you are going through. Praying for you and your family right now!” Ngannou, 37, shot to fame in the UFC where he became heavyweight champion. Most read in BoxingBut he last year walked out on the MMA powerhouse to pursue boxing, facing British superstars Tyson Fury, 35, and Joshua, 34.He dropped Fury on his boxing debut only to lose a controversial decision before being knocked out in two rounds by AJ in March. Ngannou is believed to have earned within the region of £15m after putting his MMA career on hold to switch to boxing. The Cameroonian keeps much of his personal life private, with the birth of son Kobe also hidden from the public. But Ngannou released a heartbreaking statement following the passing of his boy, which read: “Too soon to leave but yet he’s gone.”My little boy, my mate, my partner Kobe was full of life and joy. Now, he’s laying without life. “I shouted his name over and over but he’s not responding. How do you deal with such a thing? How can you live with it?”Please help me if you have any idea because I really don’t know what to do and how to deal with this.” More

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    Conor McGregor reignites Paulie Malignaggi feud and says sparring rival got ‘smacked out the gym’ in crazy rant at TV

    CONOR McGREGOR has reignited his bitter feud with Paulie Malignaggi in a crazy rant at the TV. McGregor welcomed the former boxing world champion into his training camp in 2017 before facing Floyd Mayweather.Paulie Malignaggi sparring Conor McGregor in 2017They sparred twice in the UFC’s Las Vegas base, over eight and then 12 rounds but it was marred in controversy. And it was the second of session that is remembered infamously, as images and footage of the spar leaked.It included a disputed knockdown of Malignaggi, which caused the American to storm out the camp.The two have continued to feud ever since and McGregor took the opportunity to aim a fresh dig at his old rival. READ MORE IN UFCMalignaggi was on presenting duty for bare-knuckle boxing promotion BYB as McGregor, who sounded off.The Irishman filmed the broadcast while watching it on TV and providing his own commentary before sharing it.He said: “You got boxed out of the gym, you little fool. He got smacked out of the gym. He got ran out of Showtime.”You’re hired, lad. Behave. Put a can of stout on his nut! Put a can of Forged Irish Stout on his nut! And two bottles of whiskey on his ears!” Most read in BoxingMalignaggi – who lost his punditry role with Showtime in 2020 – retired from boxing in 2017. CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut he did fight McGregor’s former training partner Artem Lobov, 37, in a 2019 bare-knuckle bout which he lost on points.McGregor, 35, meanwhile has not boxed since losing his lucrative ring debut to Mayweather, 47. But he does make his anticipated UFC return on June 29 against Michael Chandler, 37, after three years out. McGregor vs Malignaggi: Watch footage from infamous sparring sessions More

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    Watch former world’s strongest man Eddie Hall smash UFC champ and Francis Ngannou’s record for hardest punch

    EDDIE HALL smashed Alex Pereira and Francis Ngannou’s records for world’s hardest punch.The British strongman put the UFC superstar and the man who dropped Tyson Fury in the shade with his terrifying power.Eddie Hall just broke the world record punch force at the UFC PI 🤯Eddie Hall: 208,901Alex Pereira: 191,796Francis Ngannou: 129,161 pic.twitter.com/X8ksepEW3I— Happy Punch (@HappyPunch) April 25, 2024

    Eddie Hall broke Alex Pereira and Francis Ngannou’s record for world’s hardest punchCredit: X/ufcontntThe machine calculates a score based on numerous factors including strength and speedCredit: X/ufcontntThe UFC’s Performance Institute in Las Vegas has a high-tech machine – known as the ‘Power Cube’ – which measures the force of a hit in units.It calculates a score based on numerous factors including strength and speed.And the world record had previously been held by Ngannou, the UFC-fighter-turned-boxer who narrowly lost to Fury earlier this year, who recorded a score of 129,161 units in 2017.At the time, UFC president Dana White compared it to being hit with the same force as a moving Ford Escort or 12lb sledgehammer. READ MORE IN BOXINGThen, light-heavyweight champ Pereira smashed the record at 191,796.But now former world’s strongest man Hall has blown both out the water by clocking in a stunning score of 208,901.Hall has been in training after being lined up for a stunning four-man MMA tournament in Qatar. He was due to face Mitchell Hooper or Brian Shaw in February – until talks suddenly broke down.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHall, 36, crossed over to boxing in 2022 but was beaten in a super-heavyweight exhibition against rival Hafthor Bjornsson, 35.But he began training with interim UFC heavyweight champion Tom Aspinall, 31, for his MMA debut and revealed he got down to 25 stone.Strongman Eddie Hall gives update on next fight after missing out on ‘life-changing money’ for MMA debutTalks for an MMA fight continue as Hall called out strongmen duo Hooper and Shaw as well as 6ft 8in actor Martyn Ford.Eddie Hall is still teasing an MMA fightCredit: @eddiehallwsm More