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      Logan Paul calls out Conor McGregor after Dillon Danis fight with security forced to intervene in huge brawl

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      LOGAN PAUL has called out UFC legend Conor McGregor after beating Dillion Danis.Paul, 28, put a stamp on his long-running feud with Danis by winning all six rounds of their fight in Manchester.
      Logan Paul defeated long-time rival Dillon Danis last nightCredit: Alamy
      Paul then called out UFC champion Conor McGregorCredit: Splash
      Paul ended up winning by disqualification after Danis sparked a brawl inside the ring, but was awarded every round by the judges anyway.
      Danis appeared to attempt an MMA-style takedown on Paul just as the final bell was about to go.
      After Paul was announced as the winner – with Danis already escorted out of the ring – the Prime promoter then called out McGregor.
      Paul said: “Hey Conor, you see that?
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      “I took your little b****, put him on a leash and took him for a walk.
      “Maybe Conor wants to stand up for his friend, but I’ll fight him next.
      “Where are you at you little Leprechaun?”
      The Irishman responded by posting a voice note on X, formerly known as Twitter, and did not seem too interested by the proposal.
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      The former MMA champion hit back: “You’re a little fool and you’ve done nothing.”
      McGregor had declared that he’d be attending the fight to support friend and former training partner Danis, but didn’t show up at the venue.
      Meanwhile, Tommy Fury awarded a majority decision victory over KSI.
      But the YouTuber, 30, wants a rematch after claiming Fury’s win was a “robbery”.
      But he could be forced to wait – after Fury also started his own bid to get a fight with McGregor.
      McGregor responded on social mediaCredit: PA
      Tommy Fury also controversially beat KSICredit: Splash More

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      Conor McGregor opens door to ‘exciting fight’ with KSI with cheeky reference to old plumbing job

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      CONOR MCGREGOR has hinted that he would be willing to fight KSI despite his loss to Tommy Fury.The YouTuber suffered a controversial defeat to the ex-Love Island star and brother of heavyweight champion Tyson.
      Conor McGregor seemed up for fighting KSI in a now deleted postCredit: Getty
      KSI narrowly lost to Tommy FuryCredit: Splash
      KSI slammed the result as a “robbery” and claimed he would appeal the decision.
      But despite not doing enough to convince the judges he won, the 30-year-old did catch the eye of McGrgeor.
      The UFC legend said in a now deleted Tweet: “Ya know what. Me and KSI is an exciting fight.
      “A juicy nixer I used to call them back when I was a plumber now I’m on the lambo yacht he’s in a huracan.”
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      A “nixer” is slang for a side job.
      This is not the first time that McGregor has entertained the idea of getting in the ring with KSI.
      The Irishman once referred to him as a “friendly little nerd” in an online spat last year.
      And he burst into the ring after Anthony Joshua beat Robert Helenius in August to call out the internet sensation.
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      McGregor said: “I know your man KSI is in the crowd and he couldn’t box eggs if he worked in an egg boxing factory.
      “So if he wants to get in here I’ll give him a final yoke, bare-knuckle if you want.”
      KSI responded by mocking McGregor, tweeting: “I’ve got Connor on my d*** already.”
      Fans are intrigued by the potential clash, one said: “The build-up to that fight would be interesting.”
      Another added: “That would be a good fight.” More

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      Tyson Fury statue ‘sculptured out of Lurpak’ leaves fans baffled as they fume at total ‘waste of money’

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      BOXING fans have been left shocked with Tyson Fury’s statue in London as it looks like it is made of “butter”.The sculpture was erected in Potters Field Park, next to Tower Bridge, and it shows Fury holding his fist with a golden crown on his head.
      Tyson Fury’s newest statue left a bad taste in boxing fans’ mouthsCredit: PA
      The statue was erected ahead of Fury’s boxing clash with Francis NgannouCredit: PA
      The Gypsy King’s statue was accompanied by one of UFC legend Francis Ngannou, with a giant golden crown between them that read “Battle of the Baddest”.
      The promotional initiative was put together ahead of the heavyweights’ imminent boxing clash on October 28 in Saudi Arabia.
      The match-up has received a mixed reaction as Ngannou has never boxed professionally and some wonder how much competition he can provide for the undefeated Fury.
      Many also continue to criticise the Saudi royal family’s efforts to cover their dismal human rights record via sportswashing.
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      However, this time many slammed the latest bit of advertising due to the material used.
      Some even feel like the statues were made out of “Lurpak” and see it as a “waste of money”.
      One fan tweeted: “What a waste of money.”
      Another commented: “Is that sculptured out of lurpack [sic]?”
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      A third posted: “Ffs looks ridiculous.”
      This fan wondered: “I can’t believe it’s not butter.”
      And that one said: “Ridiculous.” More

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      Watch incredible moment Tyson Fury opponent Francis Ngannou SHATTERS shop door after pushing when he should have pulled

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      FRANCIS NGANNOU has accidentally sent a SHATTERING warning to Tyson Fury – albeit by accident.The former UFC heavyweight champion is fighting the WBC title holder in a boxing bout in Saudi Arabia on October 28.
      Francis Ngannou accidentally smashed a shop door in a brutal show of strength this weekendCredit: Twitter
      It was all-smiles afterwards after he paid for the damage and posed with the shop ownerCredit: Twitter
      The Cameroon-born 37-year-old is currently in Las Vegas training ahead of his money-spinning cross-combat showdown with not many giving him a chance of toppling the undefeated Gypsy King.
      However, Ngannou provided a chilling example of the strength he possesses over the weekend when he inadvertently demolished a shop door.
      The 6ft 4in powerhouse approached the store in Nevada City and attempted to push the door open.
      But after it failed to move, he tried again to gain entry by pushing with a little more force – only to receive a massive shock.
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      The glass in the door’s window panes suddenly exploded and shattered to the ground, leaving the MMA icon looking stunned.
      Ngannou then pulled the door, which saw it open with ease, before stepping over the glass to be confronted by the angry shop owner.
      A clip released of the incident, which has no audio, shows the owner remonstrating with Ngannou outside as he surveys the damage.
      However, it has now emerged that Ngannou paid for the damages and both he and the elder shopkeeper were later all-smiles as they posed for a selfie together.
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      Ngannou has enlisted the help of boxing legend Mike Tyson to help him prepare for his mouthwatering clash with Fury.
      And Iron Mike has insisted that he will shock the world and knockout the Gypsy King if he connects with his jaw.
      But not many others have as much belief in the MMA icon – with Fury’s ex-opponent Derek Chisora even predicting that he will struggle to lay a glove on the boxer after watching him train.
      He said: “If he’s fighting and throwing punches like that, it’s going to be a walkover.
      “Tyson is in camp now, he is going to come in and knock him out because he has got a big fight in December.”
      That is referring to his undisputed heavyweight world title decider with Oleksandr Usyk which is reportedly DONE for December 23 in Saudi Arabia.
      Meanwhile, Tyson’s father John Fury has even claimed that this will be one of his son’s “quickest knockouts”.
      He said: “He won’t get out the first round, it’s probably gonna be Tyson’s quickest knockout. If that’s what he’s got, God help him, he’ll get smashed to bits.”
      Former US boxer Mike Tyson (L) and Francis Ngannou pose for a photo after a training session at Ngannou’s gym in Las Vegas, Nevada, on September 26, 2022. Mixed martial arts star Francis Ngannou will have heavyweight legend Mike Tyson in his corner when he faces World Boxing Council heavyweight champion Tyson Fury in the […]Credit: AFP More

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      Tyson Fury’s nutritionist reveals he’s eating like a child in preparation for Francis Ngannou fight

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      TYSON FURY is eating a breakfast fit for a kid ahead of his showdown with Francis Ngannou.The Gyspy King faces the former UFC heavyweight champion in a controversial crossover clash in little over a fortnight.
      Tyson Fury is just weeks away from facing former UFC heavyweight champion Francis NgannouCredit: GETTY
      The Gypsy King is far from eating a breakfast of champions for the crossover clashCredit: GETTY
      Fury’s ten-rounder with Ngannou has been slammed by the boxing world, with many believing he’s making a mockery of the sport by taking the fight.
      And judging by his pre-fight diet of turkey dinosaurs and chicken nuggets, he’s not taking the Cameroonian clubber too seriously.
      Fury’s nutritionist George Lockhart told Betway: “He’s got a lot of funny guilty pleasures…
      “He’s definitely got a sweet tooth, but if you bread stuff and crisp stuff up, it’s definitely a lot more enjoyable than a regular grilled chicken.
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      “But I think it’s because he’s got seven kids, you know what I’m saying?
      “Just probably indulging in a couple of freaking chicken nuggets here and there.”
      WBC heavyweight champion Fury, 35, also isn’t a fan of veg, which Lockhart has to sneak into his meals,
      He revealed: “He’s not a big fan of veg, so I cook a lot for long periods of time to mask the flavour.
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      “I’ll do it with chicken broth or bone broth. Or you can do it in a rice for a long period of time, so you can’t really taste it and blend it in.
      “But as the camp progresses, obviously veg has got to go up to make sure they’re getting all their micronutrients.”
      Although he regularly consumes Turkey dinosaurs and chicken nugs, Lockhart does his utmost to ensure Fury’s diet is a balanced one.
      He said of the Wythenshawe warrior’s daily intake: “It’s a mixture of everything, every single meal.
      “I actually give a lot of lean pork to him and Joseph (Parker). Chicken too.
      “I’ll do red meat on days that they’re off, to give their body the time to digest.
      “Red meat is the most nutrient-dense meat out there, but it also takes time to digest, so I don’t want to be giving it to him every day.”
      Fan-favourite Fury is seemingly using MMA man-mountain Ngannou as a warm-up bout for his long-overdue undisputed heavyweight title fight with Oleksandr Usyk, which SunSport understands is on course to take place on December 23. More

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      Anthony Joshua reignites war of words with Tyson Fury by branding rival a ‘DUCK’ ahead of his clash with ex-UFC champ

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA has laid into Tyson Fury for delaying the progression of the heavyweight division.The WBC heavyweight champion is a matter of weeks away from throwing down with former UFC 265lbs king Francis Ngannou in a controversial crossover clash.
      Anthony Joshua has had several public back and forths with Tyson FuryCredit: PA
      Gypsy King Fury has slowed down the heavyweight division with his crossover clash against Francis NgannouCredit: REUTERS
      AJ has accused Fury of ‘ducking’ former pound-for-pound king Oleksandr UsykCredit: YOUTUBE@DAZNBOXING
      Fury’s Saudi showdown with The Predator was booked four months after his undisputed heavyweight title fight with Oleksandr Usyk fell through due to his outrageous demands.
      Fury, however, recently put pen to paper on a deal to face the undefeated Ukranian after his circus show with Ngannou, although that hasn’t changed Joshua’s opinion on his recent antics.
      The Watford warrior told DAZN: “I wish I could balance this because he’s [Fury] ducking.
      “He’s definitely a duck.
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      “Whether he’s ducking me, not right now, but he’s definitely a duck.
      “That’s facts like you can’t deny he’s a duck.”
      Joshua, 33, has twice come agonisingly close to facing long-time domestic rival Fury in a historic Battle of Britain.
      Former two-time unified heavyweight champion Joshua still has aspirations of one day sharing the ring with the Gypsy King.
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      The same, however, can’t be said for Fury.
      He recently told The Daily Mail: “I don’t really care what he says. He’s a bum in my opinion.
      “He’s just one big bum-dosser that has been knocked out three times.
      “He’s been knocked out twice and had three losses. He can’t even compare in my league any more.
      “It’s not even a fight I am thinking about any more. I’m not even interested.
      “That bubble has been burst.
      “His virginity has been taken away so it’s not interesting for me any more.
      “He’s been spanked by Usyk twice and been beaten by a fat man.
      “So it’s not in my interest to beat him.”
      Joshua knocked out Robert Helenius in his last outing in AugustCredit: REUTERS More

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      Fears Tyson Fury is ‘making a massive mistake’ by ‘taking the p***’ over Francis Ngannou fight

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      TYSON FURY is taking the p*** over the Francis Ngannou fight, claims former UFC star Michael Bisping.The ex-UFC champion believes the Gypsy King is making a mistake by booking a fight with Oleksandr Usyk.
      Tyson Fury is underestimating Francis Ngannou, claims Michael BispingCredit: Getty
      Ngannou is a former UFC heavyweight championCredit: AFP
      The heavyweight titans have finally agreed to duel in a bout that will take place in Saudi Arabia, possibly on December 23.
      That is just eight weeks on from Fury’s meeting with Ngannou on October 28.
      Bisping believes that makes a mockery of the fight and claims Fury is underestimating Ngannou, who is a former UFC heavyweight champion in his own right.
      Bisping said on his YouTube channel: “He is mocking him.
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      “He does not take him seriously, he does not respect the threat of Francis Ngannou one little bit. Why do I say that? It’s pretty simple. He’s already booked his next fight against Oleksandr Usyk, who is the next-best heavyweight on planet Earth.
      “He’s taking the p***. He doesn’t give him any credit whatsoever.

      “Well, listen. Ngannou’s not a boxer. He’s a mixed martial artist. We know that. He’s not as tall, he’s not as fast, he’s not as skilled. But the man can bang and he can knock people out and I’m telling you, is Tyson Fury making a massive mistake here?
      “Because in the fight game, they always say, ‘Never look past your opponent. Never underestimate your opponent. Always expect the best version of them.’”
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      Fans disagree with Bisping and many have slammed Ngannou after watching his skills in sparring.
      Supporters are concerned that the fight will be a complete mismatch after a video emerged of Ngannou looking laboured in training.
      The Cameroonian-born star seemed to lack a hard-hitting punch as he prepared for the contest with his trainer. More

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      Carl Froch reignites row with Tyson Fury as he slams his ‘love handles’ ahead of Oleksandr Usyk fight

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      CARL FROCH has reignited his war of words with Tyson Fury by poking fun at his less-than-athletic frame.The Cobra has been a vocal critic of the WBC heavyweight champion’s decision to face former UFC champ Francis Ngannou in Saudi Arabia later this month.
      Tyson Fury is set to face Oleksandr Uysk in an undisputed heavyweight title fightCredit: REUTERS
      Former super-middleweight champ Carl Froch reckons Usyk could do a number on Fury if he’s not carefulCredit: Getty
      The Cobra has poked fun at Fury’s podgy frameCredit: GETTY
      Fury, however, is seemingly using the MMA man-mountain as a tune-up bout ahead of his long-overdue undisputed title fight with Oleksandr Usyk.
      But the podgy physique he showed during his face-off with Ngannou last month has Froch convinced the undersized Usyk can do a number on him.
      He told Best Gambling Sites: “Is Fury at his best? He puts weight on between fights.
      “He’s carrying a lot of belly fat around, he’s got love handles.”
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      “And if Fury is not firing on all cylinders, and Usyk turns up and puts on a career-best performance, Usyk will win and win comfortably.”
      Froch, however, doesn’t foresee The Gypsy King taking the biggest fight of his career lightly and expects him to enter it in tip-top shape.
      He continued: “I just think it’s going to be taken seriously by both of them.
      “And a good Fury beats a good Usyk in a good very close fight and an awkward fight.
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      “I think Fury nullifies his work and ties him up. I’m not so sure if he gets the stoppage.
      “I just think that the size of Fury will be a problem. I don’t think Usyk can make that range up against the 6 ‘9 Fury.”
      Fury and Uysk’s historic undisputed heavyweight title fight was officially announced last week.
      SunSport understands the pair are set to trade blows in Saudi Arabia on December 23.
      But the first undisputed heavyweight title fight in over 24 years could be pushed back into next year depending on the outcome of Fury’s upcoming clash with Ngannou.
      Tyson Fury faces former UFC champ Francis Ngannou later this monthCredit: REUTERS More