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    I’m an unbeaten Hall of Fame world champion boxer and offered to fight Jake Paul, but I never heard back

    JAKE PAUL could get the chance to fight an unbeaten Hall of Fame world champion. The YouTuber-turned prizefighter is 6-1 in his career, having lost for the first time in February to Tommy Fury, 24, in Saudi Arabia.
    Jake Paul lost to Tommy FuryCredit: Getty
    It was the first time the 26-year-old faced an opponent with a prior professional boxing record.
    Now, he returns on August 5 in Texas against ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 38, who is will be making his ring debut.
    But Diaz was a once sparring partner of American legend Andre Ward, who retired in 2017 undefeated in 32 bouts.
    The 2021 Hall of Famer revealed he could be tempted out of retirement for a fight against Paul – having tried to do so before.
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    Ward, 39, told The MMA Hour: “My manager James Prince, one of his sons is real close to Jake Paul.
    “And my induction weekend, Prince reached out to his son and said, ‘Aye man, let Jake know I wanted to see if something was there.’
    “And we never heard back. And that’s not a slight on Jake Paul, I’m not chasing Jake Paul.”
    Fans were left fearing for Diaz after footage emerged of the American hitting pads in training.
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    But Ward – who reigned at super-middle and light-heavyweight – warned not to count the MMA veteran out.
    He said: “People look at that mitt session that they had and they just misread the play, man, [because] those type of shots, they don’t look pretty, but they keep coming.
    “They keep coming from different angles and he’s got some miles on him. He’s been around a long time.
    “[Diaz has] to show that he can take the shot from Jake Paul, because Jake has a natural right hand, it’s got power on it.
    “So if he can take that right hand from Jake Paul, it’s gonna be a tougher fight than people realise, man, because Nate’s going to keep coming.”
    American boxing legend Andre WardCredit: Getty
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    Inside Jake and Logan Paul’s £3.2m two-story warehouse gym in Puerto Rico with boxing ring, weights and recovery zones

    JAKE PAUL has revealed an inside look at the £3.2million warehouse gym he shares with his brother Logan. The pair of social media stars-turned boxers both relocated from Los Angeles to Puerto Rico.
    Jake Paul’s shares a £3.2warehouse gym with brother LoganCredit: YouTube
    The brothers train in the gymCredit: YouTube
    Jake and Logan Paul during a training sessionCredit: YouTube
    Their gloves hang from the locker room
    Jake recently gave a tour of his £13million mansion, which has EIGHT bedrooms, a recording studio and a stunning pool.
    And he also sparred no expense with Logan when they turned an empty 11,800 square foot warehouse into a two-story training facility.
    He said: “This warehouse cost us about $3.5-4million with all the upgrades.”
    Logan has a practise WWE ring outside of the gym but inside is a boxer’s dream.
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    The lower level has two boxing rings, an area full of heavy bags and a separate weight zone for strength and conditioning.
    Their boxing equipment, including gloves and boots, are stored in the locker room while framed pictures of the brothers hang off the wall.
    The ring – which is covered in blood – has a PRBLM CHILD logo canvased in honour of Jake’s boxing nickname.
    To keep in peak physical condition, a cardio section has treadmills, exercise bikes and stairmaster.
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    The boxing bags in the gymCredit: YouTube
    This is where Jake Paul sparsCredit: YouTube
    The gym is decked out with equipmentCredit: YouTube
    The exercise bikes to improve cardioCredit: YouTube
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    Jake also has a fridge full of Celsius, an energy and vitamin drink which sponsors him and acts as his secret weapon.
    He said: “I came in this morning before sparring and I was like, feeling groggy at the end of the week it’s hard to get up and spar a bunch of rounds.
    “Boom, Celsius picked me right up, I had an amazing workout.”
    Going upstairs, Jake has a kitchen and office space which comes in handy for work or meetings.
    The American was beaten for the first time in February, losing a split-decision to Tommy Fury, 24, in Saudi Arabia.
    But he returns on August 5 against ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 38.
    A career in MMA is also on the horizon for Jake, having signed for the Professional Fighters League.
    To prepare for his debut in the cage, he has a jujitsu workout space in the upstairs of his gym with plans to also build an MMA cage.
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    Not forgetting his recovery, Jake has an ice bath and red light therapy and a portable sauna.
    The strength and conditioning areaCredit: YouTube
    Jake Paul pictured in the gymCredit: YouTube
    Jake Paul gives a tour of the upstairsCredit: YouTube
    A grappling space for jiu jitsu
    An office space with a kitchenCredit: YouTube
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    Jake Paul reveals date to rematch Tommy Fury and says Love Island star is worth more than what KSI is offering for fight

    JAKE PAUL has revealed his timeframe to rematch Tommy Fury after hitting out at KSI’s fight offer. The YouTuber-turned boxer was beaten for the first time in February, losing a split-decision to Fury in Saudi Arabia.
    Tommy Fury beat Jake Paul on pointsCredit: Reuters
    KSI wants to fight Tommy Fury nextCredit: Getty
    But he snubbed a rematch to instead return on August 5 in Texas against ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 38.
    It has led rival KSI, 29, to instead focus on Fury, 24, with the pair now in talks to fight.
    But Paul, 26, hit out at KSI’s offer claiming it is only worth $1.5million (£1.2m) and instead urged Fury to rematch him in February.
    He tweeted: “I elevated Tommy, my son is now worth a lot more than the $1.5M offers you making. Tommy, February we run it back.”
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    KSI returned in May against millionaire nightclub tycoon and 9-0 boxer Joe Fournier, 40.
    But it ended in controversy after an accidental but illegal elbow knocked Fournier out.
    The result was later overturned from a KO to a no-contest.
    But after facing off with Fury in the ring afterwards, KSI is out to fight the 2019 Love Islander next.
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    And he teased that an offer has been sent but not agreed to.
    KSI tweeted: “What you waiting for @tommytntfury?
    “Sign the damn contract and let me show you the difference between me and that fraud who only wins against retired mma pensioners.”
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    Watch Logan Paul TAP OUT to Israel Adesanya in training session after announcing Prime sponsorship with UFC champ

    LOGAN PAUL tapped out in a submission to Israel Adesanya – just after signing the UFC champion to his Prime drink. The YouTube, crossover boxing and WWE star linked up with Adesanya and Alexander Volkanovski for a training session in Puerto Rico.
    Logan Paul tapped out in a submission to Israel Adesanya
    And Paul found himself in some bother after Adesanya locked in a triangle choke, forcing the American to tap out.
    That was after the New Zealander, 33, and UFC featherweight king Volkanovski, 34, penned a deal with Paul and KSI’s Prime.
    Paul had fans stunned at his body transformation after posing for a picture with the pair of UFC champs.
    He has always been in good shape having wrestled at a good level in high school.
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    But he truly transformed his body when turning to boxing in 2018 to fight online rival KSI, which ended in a draw.
    They then went professional a year later for their rematch, which KSI won by split-decision.
    The two are now good friends and business partners following the launch of their drinks company Prime.
    Paul, 28, has boxed once since when he took American legend Floyd Mayweather the distance in their exhibition bout in June 2021.
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    The American was due to return to the ring in January but a knee injury while wrestling for the WWE left him sidelined.
    Paul last wrestled at WrestleMania 39, losing to Seth Rollins and it was later revealed his WWE contract was extended.
    But he has also teased another boxing match after recovering from his knee injury.
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    Jake Paul announces major career change after cracking YouTube and world of boxing

    JAKE PAUL has announced he will be making his film debut in a major career change after success in the ring and social media. The American is one of the most familiar faces on the internet having shot to fame on Vine and later YouTube.
    Jake Paul announced he will be making his film debutCredit: Reuters
    And he capitalised on the boom of celebrity boxing by launching his own promotion and headlined on pay-per-view bills.
    But now, Paul is set to star in his first feature film which is to be produced by Mandalay Pictures.
    He said: “I’m thrilled to be partnering with Mandalay Pictures and Wonder Street on my first feature film project.
    “Both companies have proven track records of producing high-quality content that resonates with audiences, and I couldn’t be more excited to work with such talented and experienced teams.
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    “As someone who has always believed in pushing boundaries and taking risks, I can’t wait to bring this unique story and my brand to the big screen.
    “This is just the beginning of an exciting new chapter in my career.”
    Paul, 26, is set to portray a small-town youth rising to international fame through combat sports, drawing parallels to his real life.
    It is set to be produced by the makers of Ben Affleck and Matt Damon’s AIR and Big George Foreman, starring Forest Whitaker. 
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    Paul was a former cast member of Disney Channel show Bizaardvark, playing Dirk Mann for two series.
    As a boxer, he is 6-1 and suffered his first defeat in February to Tommy Fury, 24, losing a split-decision in Saudi Arabia.
    He returns on August 5 in Texas against ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 38.
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    Nate Diaz casts doubt over Jake Paul fight as weed-loving UFC legend demands fight be MOVED so he can smoke up

    NATE DIAZ has seemingly demanded his showdown with Jake Paul be moved – so he can keep smoking WEED.The former UFC lightweight title challenger is set to face the YouTuber-turned-boxer in a Dallas dust-up on August 5.
    Nate Diaz will throw down with Jake Paul in Dallas on August 5Credit: MOST VALUABLE PROMOTIONS
    The UFC legend won’t be able to smoke his beloved weed ahead of the Texas tussleCredit: GETTY
    Diaz has demanded the fight be moved to accommodate his love of weedCredit: TWITTER
    Marijuana lover Diaz, however, will have to give up the devil’s lettuce in the weeks leading up to the fight or he’ll face a hefty punishment from the Texas Athletic Commission.
    But after being denied a Therapeutic Use Exemption, the fan favourite is campaigning for the fight to be moved to accommodate his love of ganja.
    Along with a GIF of Homer Simpson fading into a cloud of marijuana smoke, the Stockton slugger tweeted: “We gonna have to move states.”
    Diaz’s legion of followers were quick to comment, with one saying: “True G.
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    “Moving states just so he could smoke weed be4 his fight.”
    Another said: “No way weed is going to stop me from watching Nate Diaz fight are you serious?”
    And another said: “Did you just find out about the Texas weed laws?”
    One remarked: “I’m gonna assume the Paul-Diaz fight will not be in Texas.”
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    Another chimed in: “I said when it was announced there is no way this fight happens in Texas.”
    Team Paul, however, are adamant they won’t move to fight to accommodate Diaz’s love of weed.
    Paul’s manager – Nakisa Bidarian – tweeted through his management company: “Jake Paul vs Nate Diaz is in Dallas, Texas.

    “Nothing is changing in terms of location/venue. Saturday, August 5, Paul vs. Diaz live on DAZN.”
    Diaz’s clash with Paul will be his first outing since leaving the UFC last September and will mark his professional boxing debut.
    Paul, meanwhile, will enter the clash on the back of a split-decision defeat in his February grudge match with Tommy Fury. More

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    Fans stunned by Logan Paul’s insane body transformation as WWE star looks ‘JACKED’ after topless workout

    LOGAN PAUL had fans stunned by his insane body transformation after training with UFC champions Israel Adesanya and Alexander Volkanovski.The YouTube, crossover boxing and WWE star worked out with Adesanya and Volkanovski in Puerto Rico.
    Logan Paul pictured in 2013Credit: Instagram @loganpaul
    Jujitsu coach Craig Jones, Israel Adesanya, Logan Paul and Alexander VolkanovskiCredit: @craigjonesbjj
    And he posed topless with the pair and jujitsu coach Craig Jones, showing off his hulking frame much to fans’ shock.
    One said: “Logan should give his upper body a break…”
    Another added: “God damn he’s jacked.”
    One commented: “Logan is a beast.”
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    Paul, 28, has always been in good shape having wrestled at a good level in high school.
    But he truly transformed his body when turning to boxing in 2018 to fight online rival KSI, which ended in a draw.
    They then went professional a year later for their rematch, which KSI won by split-decision.
    The two are now good friends and business partners following the launch of their drinks company Prime, who now sponsor Adesanya and Volkanovski.
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    Paul has boxed once since when he took American legend Floyd Mayweather the distance in their exhibition bout in June 2021.
    The American was due to return to the ring in January but a knee injury while wrestling for the WWE left him sidelined.
    Paul last wrestled at WrestleMania 39, losing to Seth Rollins and it was later revealed his WWE contract was extended.
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    Shocking moment YouTuber IShowSpeed is ‘PUNCHED’ before huge fight breaks out in Wembley stands during FA Cup final

    INTERNET sensation IShowSpeed claimed he was attacked during the FA Cup final at Wembley.The YouTube star was in the stands watching on as Manchester United faced cross-city rivals Manchester City in the historic clash.
    YouTuber IShowSpeed claimed he was ‘punched’ while at WembleyCredit: YouTube / IShowSpeed
    He was watching the FA Cup final between Manchester United and Manchester CityCredit: YouTube / IShowSpeed
    Another supporter in the crowd then ‘punched’ himCredit: YouTube / IShowSpeed
    And his bodyguard lept into action to subdue the fanCredit: YouTube / IShowSpeed
    And, in a clip circulating on social media, the American appeared to be shoved by a fellow fan, before claiming he was “punched”.
    In response, his bodyguard then lunges at the man by climbing to the lower row and forcing them to the ground.
    While IShowSpeed appeared to be unharmed, he then complained to the aggressor.
    He fumed: “Why did you just f*****g punch me bro?
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    “Bro why did you put your hands on me bro.”
    He then asked the cameraman: “Why did he just punch me bro?
    “I didn’t even touch him.”
    The American was sitting in what appeared to be a neutral area of the English stadium but did have a Manchester United-coloured hat in his hand.
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    Speed has not had much luck travelling to the UK to watch football.
    He is a superfan of former United star Cristiano Ronaldo and last year flew in to see his idol twice.
    However, on both occasions, he missed out due to Ronaldo being injured.
    And on Saturday he saw United lose 2-1 at Wembley as Ilkay Gundogan scored two volleys to set City on course for a Treble. More