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    ‘Big news coming’ – Tyson Fury teases next fight announcement as he says ‘the Saudi Arabian King is coming back’

    TYSON FURY says there is “some big news coming” in a cryptic message on social media amid speculation about his next fight.Fury’s most recent boxing bout took place in October when he beat Deontay Wilder for the second time with an 11th-round knockout at the T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas.
    Tyson Fury teased some major news amid speculation about his next boxing fightCredit: Instagram / @gypsyking101
    Tyson Fury hinted at a return to Saudi Arabia following his Crown Jewel match two years agoCredit: WWE
    The Gypsy King’s upcoming plans are uncertain but he teased a return to the ring in Saudi Arabia as he shared a story on Instagram showing a picture of himself competing at 2019 WWE event Crown Jewel.
    The British superstar then declared that the “Saudi Arabian king is coming back”.
    Fury said: “In the gym guys, smashing it. Absolutely smashing it.
    “The Saudi Arabian king is coming back! Get up there my boy!
    “Some big news coming, hold tight!”
    Fury was previously linked with a fight against fellow Brit Anthony Joshua in Saudi Arabia.
    But plans fell through as Wilder triggered his rematch clause against the undefeated heavyweight and AJ faced Oleksandr Usyk.
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    Fury has also expressed his desire to work with WWE again after beating Braun Strowman in Riyadh two years ago.
    However, it is unknown when Vince McMahon’s promotion will be returning to the Middle East.
    The lineal heavyweight champion has been linked with an upcoming match against fellow Brit Dillian Whyte.
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    WWE legends tell Tyson Fury to ‘smash’ Deontay Wilder as Gypsy King pays tribute to The Undertaker at heated weigh-ins

    TYSON FURY has received a slew of good luck messages from WWE stars ahead of his trilogy fight with Deontay Wilder.The Gypsy King paid homage to WWE icon The Undertaker at the weigh-ins last night, donning a hat similar to that worn by the retired wrestler.
    Tyson Fury paid homage to The Undertaker during Friday’s weigh-insCredit: MEGA
    And the WWE legend took the time to send a video message to The Gypsy KingCredit: BT SPORT
    And several wrestlers were quick to send their well wishes to the WBC champ via video message following the weigh-in.
    Bill Goldberg said: “Gyspy King, Goldberg here. I’m training, Bobby Lashley, a week and a half [in Saudi Arabia].
    “You, obviously, got Wilder tomorrow night. Let’s make a bet, two for two. You kick his ass, I follow.”
    In his video message, Rey Mysterio said: “Tyson, what’s good? The Mysterio’s here, man.
    “And you man are a Rey de Reyes. A true king. Wishing you the best of luck in tomorrow’s fight.
    “May God bless you. He will be with you the whole night. Hey, get that dosser, get that KO. Knock him out.”

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    Rey’s son, Dominik then chimed in: “We’ll be watching, Tyson. Best of luck.”
    Drew McIntyre also sent a message to his fellow Brit, despite their heated back and forths.
    The Scot said: “Tyson, it’s your old mate Drew McIntyre here.
    “I know we’ve been going back and forth over a year now, talking some crap to each other.
    “But there’s one thing we can agree upon, you’re gonna smash the bum in Vegas.
    “You’ve done it twice already, you know how to get the job done.
    “You’re gonna make it three times. And my God, Wilder better go into hiding after the beating you’re gonna give him.
    When you smash this guy, and when you’re looking over him, just for me, when you look down at him, say, ‘Rest in peace.’The Undertaker’s message to Tyson Fury
    “And then, you and I, back to business. Because we’ve got a stadium to sell out down the line, brother.”
    The Deadman himself even took the time to record a message for Fury, which he ended with a request.
    The recently-retired Undertaker said: “Hey champ, it’s The Undertaker from the WWE, man.
    “I just wanted to reach out and wish you good luck on tomorrow night’s fight.
    “Not that you need it, you’ve already smashed this guy real and properly. And I have no doubt that you’re going to do it again.
    “But I just wanted you to know I’m gonna be watching and I want to see you drop this guy one more time.”
    He added: “When you smash this guy, and when you’re looking over him, just for me, when you look down at him, say, ‘Rest in peace.'”
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    After watching The Undertaker’s message, Fury, 33, sent one of his own to the WWE great.
    He said: “This one is for The Undertaker. I’m here today in your hat, sir.
    “I’m gonna smash him and I’m gonna say, ‘Rest in peace.'”

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    WWE icon Kurt Angle delighted Arsenal use his theme but laments Covid keeping fans away and stopping ‘You Suck’ chants

    ARSENAL shocked viewers on Thursday night when their players emerged to Kurt Angle’s WWE entrance music.
    It was a bizarre choice from the FA Cup holders, as it is common for fans to chant ‘You Suck!’ to the tune.

    Angle was disappointed there were no fans at the Emirates to chant ‘You Suck’Credit: Arfa Griffiths – The Sun

    The Gunners have under-performed in the Premier League this season, winning just seven games.
    The song was played as their players emerged for the second half of their drab 0-0 draw with Crystal Palace.
    Many on social media found the funny side to the song considering Arsenal’s fall from grace in recent years.
    One wrote: “Finally, Arsenal have found the right theme song.”

    The Gunners have not qualified for the Champions League since they finished second in the Premier League in 2015-16.
    Angle, who has been involved in WWE for more than two decades, was also amused by Arsenal’s actions.
    He tweeted: “Arsenal using my theme song. The only thing missing, due to COVID, is 30,000 fans chanting ‘You Suck’.
    Perhaps Angle was unaware the Emirates holds 60,000.

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    It is not the first time Arsenal have used a WWE song.
    Last July they ran out for the second half of their match against Liverpool with Triple H’s theme tune blaring.
    The club’s PA announcer, DJ Selenki, is said to be a big wrestling fan – so it probably won’t be the last time we hear a WWE anthem at the Emirates.
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    From Mike Tyson to Donald Trump and Mr T, the crossover stars of WWE who appeared in title wins and boxing fights

    TYSON FURY recently became heavyweight world champion of the boxing world by beating Deontay Wilder in their eagerly-anticipated rematch. What’s most impressive is that he did so having ventured into the world of WWE just months earlier – proving he’s not only a showman in the boxing ring, but in the world of wrestling too. […] More

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    From Mike Tyson to Donald Trump and Mr T, the crossover stars of WWE who appeared in title wins and boxing fights

    TYSON FURY recently became heavyweight world champion of the boxing world by beating Deontay Wilder in their eagerly-anticipated rematch. What’s most impressive is that he did so having ventured into the world of WWE just months earlier – proving he’s not only a showman in the boxing ring, but in the world of wrestling too. […] More