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      Jake Paul says he’d KO Conor McGregor with hand tied behind his back in boxing ring but offers to fight UFC star in cage

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      JAKE PAUL says he would knock out Conor McGregor with one hand tied behind his back in the boxing ring – but instead offered to fight in the cage. The YouTuber-turned boxer found himself weighing in on a verbal feud between rival KSI and McGregor.
      Jake Paul has called out Conor McGregorCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Conor McGregor was in a war of words with KSI onlineCredit: Instagram / @thenotoriousmma
      The Irishman slammed the new age of influencer boxing scene as his training partner Dillon Danis prepares to face KSI.
      KSI, 29, tweeted: “I’m sorry but I’m about do some serious damage to your boy.”
      McGregor, 34, replied: “Brother you’re a friendly little nerd I don’t care.
      “He should be back doing MMA if he is doing this little nothing burger match with you.
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      “I couldn’t care less about this genre of boxing, I am sorry. Have a good one.”
      When a fan predicted McGregor would one day find himself in the crossover boxing space, he responded: “Ah go on then, will there be belts? hahahaha.”
      Paul, 25, snapped back: “You fight for belts? Last time you fought for a belt was 4 years ago. Lost 3 of your last 4 fights.
      “I would knock you out in the squared circle with one hand tied behind my back.
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      “To be fair, in the cage I would need two hands. But same result.”
      McGregor lost his one and only professional boxing bout to American legend Floyd Mayweather, 45, in 2017.
      He is set to make a UFC comeback in 2023 following over a year out due to the horror leg break he suffered in his last fight.
      Paul meanwhile is eyeing a February return fight having last beaten UFC icon Anderson Silva, 47, in October.
      Jake Paul beat UFC legend Anderson Silva in his last fightCredit: Esther Lin/ SHOWTIME More

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      Conor McGregor says he ‘carried’ Floyd Mayweather in boxing fight as UFC star feuds with rival Nate Diaz online

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      CONOR MCGREGOR has sensationally claimed he “carried” Floyd Mayweather in their showdown.The UFC’s poster boy entered the boxing world in August 2017 to face the former five-weight world champion in what was aptly dubbed ‘The Money Fight’.
      Conor McGregor entered the boxing world five years ago to face Floyd MayweatherCredit: GETTY
      Mayweather stretched his perfect record to 50-0 with a win over the UFC starCredit: REUTERS
      But McGregor insists he “carried” the boxing legend throughout their boutCredit: GETTY
      McGregor turned in a valiant display in the early rounds but succumbed to fatigue and was ultimately stopped in the tenth round of the Sin City showdown.
      Many boxing fans believe Mayweather “carried” The Notorious to make a spectacle of the bout, although the MMA superstar insists it was the other way around.

      In response to a dig from former UFC rival Nate Diaz, the Irishman said: “I carried Floyd.
      “Not next time. Like in the pub. One shot. Nighty night I don’t give a rats, U too.”
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      A rematch between the pair has remained a distinct possibility, with SunSport revealing talks between both parties on multiple occasions.
      Mayweather recently claimed a second showdown with the southpaw was on the cards, telling The Daily Mail: “I want to go out there this weekend and have fun.
      “Then I have another exhibition [in] Dubai in November and me and Conor McGregor in 2023.
      “We don’t know if it’s going to be an exhibition or a real fight.
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      “But there’s been talks of both. I would prefer an exhibition.
      “I am not into fights where I am going to take any real punishment.
      “So, guys like Conor McGregor and guys that don’t really hit hard such as YouTubers or UFC guys.
      “I don’t really mind colliding with those kinds of individuals but nothing where I am going to put myself in a position where I am going to harm myself or hurt myself.”
      McGregor responded by tweeting a picture of himself uppercutting Mayweather with the accompanying caption: “#notinterested.”
      Boxing legend Mayweather was last in action in November in an exhibition bout with YouTuber Deji.
      McGregor, meanwhile, hasn’t fought since breaking his leg in his trilogy fight with Dustin Poirier last July.
      Conor McGregor hopes to return to the UFC early next yearCredit: Sportsfile
      The Dubliner, however, is planning to return to action early next year, recently saying: “Early 2023 I’m aiming for.
      “Sometime in that first quarter.
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      “That will give me a good couple of months [to prepare].
      “Once I wrap this [filming Road House] up in a couple of days, get the camp going [for] a good couple of months. And get going.” More

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      Conor McGregor stunned by ‘fascinating’ Zion Clark win and reveals why MMA fighter with no legs is so tough to beat

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      CONOR MCGREGOR showered Zion Clark with praise after he beat an able-bodied fighter despite not having legs.Clark shot to fame over the weekend after a clip of him defeating Eugene Murray went viral on social media.
      Conor McGregor was wowed by Zion Clark’s performanceCredit: PA
      Clark won his first bout against an able-bodied MMA fighterCredit: @Sportsville_
      Clark was born without lower limbsCredit: Getty
      The former college wrestler – who was born without lower limbs due to a rare birth disorder – won via unanimous decision and was praised for his amazing takedowns.
      UFC legend McGregor joined in and shared the love for Clark, describing his win as “wild” and “fascinating”.
      The Notorious tweeted: “Absolutely fascinating to hear about this man’s debut and now see it.
      “Lighting entry on the low single. Wow! You should not connect to him in any shape or form. Frames only. Frame to strike. Fascinating!
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      “Congrats and so much respect to that man Zion Clark! MMA is the best sport!
      “Can’t kick as he is grounded opponent. The only way to stop him is to develop KO-ending shots mid-transitions in grappling. Very few on the planet possess this skill.
      “And to 3/4 way downward punch a jab there is just no power. Look at opponent’s attempt before the shot. Wild!”
      Clark is grateful for McGregor’s praise and promised fans this is just the start of his burgeoning MMA career.
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      He responded by saying: “Appreciate the love and respect McGregor this is just the start for me I’m excited to see how far I can take my fight game!
      “I proved the doubters wrong in wrestling becoming an All American and D1 Wrestler. All respect 👑💪🏽🥊” More

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      Anderson Silva’s son Kalyl, 22, wins professional boxing debut by KO with star hailed by UFC legend dad

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      ANDERSON SILVA’S son Kalyl won his professional boxing debut in front of his UFC legend dad. Both of Silva’s boys, Kalyl, 22, and Gabriel, 24, are experienced amateur kickboxing and Muay Thai fighters.
      Anderson Silva’s son Kalyl won his professional boxing debutCredit: @kalylsilva
      But his youngest has now crossed over to boxing and faced Paulo Roberto dos Santos Nascimento in Brazil.
      Kalyl, who also has a 2-1 kickboxing record, won the fight by knockout in round four.
      He posted on Instagram: “Pro debut started off with a bang ! 4th round KO.
      “Thank you to everyone that’s part of this journey with me. Forever thankful. On to the next!”
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      Silva, who left the UFC in 2020 as one of the greatest of all time, was ringside for the fight and hailed his son afterwards.
      He said: “Congratulations, champion pride. Strength and honor always.”
      Silva, 47, in October lost on points to YouTuber-turned boxer Jake Paul, 25.
      Both his sons helped the Brazilian icon prepare for the pay-per-view boxing bout.
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      But after losing over eight rounds, being floored in the final minutes, Silva still intends to continue fighting.
      He said: “If your dreams are small, your vision will be small, your goals will be limited, your targets will be mediocre, your road will be narrow, your ability to endure storms will be fragile.
      “I wish that you are not afraid of life — be afraid of not living it. There is no sky without storms, and no path without setbacks.”
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      Nate Diaz officially leaves the UFC but still open to Conor McGregor trilogy as lucrative Jake Paul showdown looms

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      NATE DIAZ’s run with the UFC is officially OVER following the end of an exclusive negotiating period.The former lightweight title challenger fought out his contract with mixed martial arts’ premier promotion in September.
      Nate Diaz is a free agent after fighting out his UFC contract and the end of an exclusive negotiation periodCredit: GETTY
      Diaz closed out his UFC career with a victory over fellow vet Tony FergusonCredit: GETTY
      But the fan favourite hasn’t shut the door on a trilogy fight with rival Conor McGregorCredit: GETTY
      But the youngest Diaz brother was unable to field offers from potential suitors due to an exclusive three-month negotiation period.
      That has now come to an end.
      Diaz’s manager Zach Rosenfield told MMA Junkie: “Nate is going to be looking at the biggest fights possible.”
      A blockbuster trilogy with rival Conor McGregor is, however, still something Diaz wants to complete before hanging up his gloves.
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      Rosenfield continued: “He has stated that completing the trilogy with Conor McGregor is something that interests him, and that has not changed.”
      Diaz is expected to enter the boxing world following his 15-year stint in the UFC – with a showdown against YouTuber turned boxer Jake Paul a real possibility.
      But the fan favourite won’t solely compete in the squared circle next year.
      Rosenfield said: “You will see Nate competing multiple times in 2023, and that will include boxing.”
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      Paul wasted no time in calling out Diaz, who was involved in a skirmish at the YouTuber’s clash with Anderson Silva last month.
      He tweeted: “Hi Nate. Finally out of your UFC contract?
      “Let’s see how tough you are in the boxing ring instead of hallway slap contests. @NateDiaz209.
      A lucrative boxing match with Jake Paul could be on the cards for Nate DiazCredit: REX
      “I have a venue booked. Offer is ready when you are. Just need you to sign.”
      Diaz, 37, closed out his UFC career with fourth-round submission victory over fellow MMA vet Tony Ferguson in the main event of UFC 279 in September. More

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      Canelo Alvarez called out by Argentine UFC star after threatening Lionel Messi following Mexico World Cup controversy

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      ARGENTINA UFC star Santiago Ponzinibbio offered to fight Canelo Alvarez as he jumped to the defence of compatriot Lionel Messi.Argentina beat Mexico 2-0 in their World Cup Group C match with seven-time Ballon d’Or winner Messi getting a goal and an assist.
      Argentina UFC star Santiago Ponzinibbio has offered to fight Canelo in defence of Lionel MessiCredit: Getty
      Canelo (left) threatened the Argentina footy icon for ‘disrespecting’ MexicoCredit: EPA
      Wild scenes in the Argentine dressing room followed after they kept their qualification hopes alive after they lost their first group match 2-1 to Saudi Arabia.
      A clip was shared of the joyous scenes, but it showed a Mexico shirt on the floor near Messi, and as the Paris Saint-Germain man took his boot off, his foot brushed the jersey – which boxer Canelo found disrespectful.
      And that led to the Mexican boxing legend saying Messi “better pray to God that I don’t find him”.
      Canelo tweeted: “Did you guys see Messi cleaning the floor with our jersey and flag. He better pray to God that I don’t find him.
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      “Just like I respect Argentina, he has to respect Mexico! I’m not talking about the country as a whole, just about the bulls**t that Messi did.”
      However, welterweight Ponzinibbio, who has won 28 of his 34 MMA fights, has now joined the likes of Sergio Aguero by wading into the row and having Messi’s back.
      The grappler, who faces Robbie Lawler at UFC 282 on December 10, told MMA Fighting: “No point threatening Messi. Everybody knows Messi’s career. If [Canelo] doesn’t know he shouldn’t say a thing.
      “It’s normal for players to throw jerseys on the ground, they are all sweaty, but he didn’t do anything disrespectful.
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      “Everybody that knows Messi knows he’s an impeccable athlete and a very respectful person.”
      Ponzinibbio added: “[Messi] had an excellent match. I was upset. Brother, if you want to fight, I’m ready, but leave Messi be,
      “You mess with Messi, you mess with the entire Argentina. Don’t bother the kid.”
      Argentina face off with Poland in the third group game of the World Cup, with the two sides occupying the top two slots in Group C.
      A draw will send Argentina through to the knockouts if Saudi Arabia and Mexico also draw, or if the Mexicans win by up to a two-goal margin.
      Lionel Messi will be hoping to fire Argentina into the knockouts later todayCredit: Getty More

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      Jake Paul hailed by Terence Crawford but pound-for-pound ace wants YouTuber to fight a ‘real boxer’ and NOT an MMA star

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      JAKE PAUL received praise by Terence Crawford but was urged to fight a “real boxer” next and NOT another MMA star. The YouTuber-turned prizefighter has slowly began winning the backing of those in the boxing business.
      Hall of Fame promoter Bob Arum with Terence CrawfordCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      Jake Paul after beating UFC legend Anderson SilvaCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      But he is yet to face a seasoned boxer in his 6-0 career despite beating UFC legend Anderson Silva in October.
      Silva, 47, did have a 4-1 record in the ring but it marked another former MMA champion that Paul, 25, had the beating of.
      Now pound-for-pound star Crawford, 35, wants to see the American step up his competition and face a professional boxer.
      He said on The MMA Hour: “When you look at Jake Paul, he’s been training for years.
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      “He’s been fighting without head gear and fighting in the back of his yard. Jake Paul definitely became a professional in this sport.
      “I just want to see him actually fight a real fighter, At this point in time.
      “Any real boxer. Not an MMA fighter that you’re bigger than. Somebody your weight. Get him a real fight. Test him out.
      “Not somebody in the top-10, just a real fighter that we can say, ‘OK, Jake, you fought such and such, he was ranked 15,’ or something, and we can gauge from there.”
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      Paul has signed to fight 8-0 Tommy Fury, 23, TWICE and 13-2 heavyweight Hasim Rahman Jr, 31.
      Fury was withdrawn amid a rib injury and US visa issue while Rahman pulled out due to a weight disagreement.
      Paul confirmed he will return in February and was sending out offers to three different opponents.
      Fury’s side had revealed talks were ongoing to reschedule the celebrity grudge match in 2023.
      Tommy Fury and Jake Paul are still linked with a grudge matchCredit: BT SPORT More

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      Five next opponents for Jake Paul after YouTuber announces boxing return including Tommy Fury and ex-UFC star Nate Diaz

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      JAKE PAUL confirmed his boxing return is impending and has several opponents eyed in the pipeline. The YouTuber-turned boxer is coming off the biggest win of his 6-0 career in October, beating 47-year-old UFC legend Anderson Silva.
      Jake Paul is set to return in FebruaryCredit: Reuters
      It was his one and only fight of 2022 and Paul, 25, will waste no time in making a quick comeback next year.
      He tweeted: “Next fight in February. Offers out tomorrow to 3 potential opponents.”
      So here, SunSport runs down the options for Paul’s next fight.
      Tommy Fury
      The celebrity boxing rivals still have unfinished business after Fury, 23, was forced to pull out of their two prior proposed fights.
      Paul was ringside at Fury’s last bout this month and the pair soon struck an agreement to finally share the ring next year.
      Both teams have confirmed talks were underway, making the fight the most likely to come next.
      Tommy Fury and Jake Paul are still linked with a grudge matchCredit: BT SPORT
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      Nate Diaz
      Paul has long called out Diaz, 37, but the American’s contract with the UFC prohibited the boxing match.
      Now Diaz has left the UFC, opening the door to make an anticipated cross over to boxing.
      Although Paul has maintained he wants to fight a seasoned boxer next, meaning this could be one for the future.
      Nate Diaz has left the UFCCredit: Getty
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      Andrew Tate
      Ex-kickboxing champion-turned controversial celebrity Tate, 35, has confirmed he would be willing to fight Paul.
      And the pair broke the internet, with over TEN MILLION views, when they squared up in Dubai.
      The fight would be a bonafide blockbuster and certainly in the pipeline but it remains to be seen how soon a deal can be done.
      Andrew Tate squaring up to Jake PaulCredit: @jakepaul

      Hasim Rahman Jr
      When Fury was withdrawn from fighting Paul in August amid a US visa issue, Rahman, 31, signed as his replacement.
      But a weight disagreement saw the bout scrapped on just one weeks notice, with Rahman instead returning at heavyweight against Greg Hardy.
      He was beaten over four rounds, making the son of a legend an enticing option for Paul, should he be hellbent on facing an established boxer.
      Jake Paul and Hasim Rahman Jr were due to fight at MSGCredit: GETTY
      KSI
      The pair of social-media stars come prizefighters look on course to finally settle their score in 2023.
      But Paul is adamant KSI will never fight him so he may send out a fight offer to prove it.
      It seems unlikely that the pair will agree terms before the end of the year at the earliest but stranger things have happened.

      KSI and Jake Paul clashing in the ring in 2020Credit: GETTY More