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    Boogie 2988 vs Wings of Redemption live stream FREE – how to watch world’s biggest fight on Misfits prelims

    KSI is facing Joe Fournier in the main event of a stacked Misfits 007 card.But before all of that there is the prelims with the huge Boogie 2988 vs Wings Of Redemption fight – the world’s BIGGEST bout in boxing history.
    The pair came in at over 800lbs as they weighed in
    Together, the social media sensations weigh a whopping 800lbs – which equates to a staggering 57 stone.
    Boogie2988 – who rose to prominence with his brash and controversial playing style on Call of Duty – weighed in at 391.6lbs.
    Wings of Redemption – real name – Richard Samuel Jordan – came in the heavier man at 404lbs.
    The pair then went head to head at the weigh in ahead of the HUGE fight.
    When is Boogie vs Wings?
    Boogie vs Wings takes place on Saturday, May 13.
    The big fight is part of the Happy Punch prelims on the Misfits 007 card at Wembley Arena.
    The prelims get underway from 5.15pm UK/ 12.15pm ET.
    Boogie is stepping in the ring against WingsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/realboogie2988/
    What live stream and TV channel is Boogie vs Wings on?
    Boogie vs Wings will be live streamed for FREE on YouTube.
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    All the action from the Happy Punch prelims will be live for FREE on Misfits Boxing’s YouTube channel.
    The main Misfits Boxing 007 card will then be live on DAZN PPV from 7pm.

    What is the full card?

    Main Event: KSI vs Joe Fournier
    Deji vs Swarmz
    Salt Papi vs Anthony Taylor
    Tennessee Thresh vs Paigey Cakey
    Viruzz vs DK Money
    Lil Bellsy vs Lil Kymchii
    Happy Punch prelims: Wings of Redemption vs Boogie2988
    Happy Punch prelims: Luis Nestor vs Archie
    Happy Punch prelims: Zuckles vs TBA

    What have they said?
    Boogie said on YouTube: “I’m going into this thing with the plan to win.
    “But if I could make it all the way through three rounds I will be happy with that.
    “If I’m still standing at the end I will be very proud of myself.
    “There are going to be some people tuning in to watch two fat guys and make fun of them.
    “There’s also hopefully going to be a few people who are inspired by this.
    “I want to prove to myself that I can face my fears. I’m going to do my absolute best to put Jordie on his a**.
    “This is a very important first step to put everything I’ve learned in the last few weeks into action. I promise you I am going to make this fight entertaining as possible.”
    KSI said of the fight: “Oh my God.
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    “If someone would have told me this would happen 10 years ago I would have laughed and blocked them.
    “Fam I still can’t believe it’s happening.” More

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    Misfits Boxing 007 full card – how to watch HUGE card from Wembley Arena

    MISFITS boxing is BACK this weekend and there are some huge names on the fight card.The main event of the evening will be between the undefeated KSI and businessman Joe Fournier.

    Youtuber-turned-boxer KSI announces he will fight millionaire and David Haye’s mate Joe Fournier next on May 13
    The rapper overcame YouTube rival FaZe Temperrr in his last fight back in January at Misfits 004.
    Professional boxer Joe Fournier will be KSI’s toughest bout to date.
    The businessman has previously fought former heavyweight champion David Haye in an exhibition fight.
    Who is on the Misfits 007 card?
    Here are all the confirmed fights on the Misfits 007 card:
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    Main Event: KSI vs Joe Fournier
    Deji Olatunji vs Swarm
    Salt Papi vs Anthony Taylor
    Tennessee Thresh vs Paigey Cakey
    Viruzz vs DK Money
    Lil Bellsy vs Lil Kymchii
    Pre-show: Wings of Redemption vs Boogie2988
    Pre-show: Luis Nestor vs Archie
    Pre-show: Zuckles vs TBA

    Can I watch the Misfits 007 pre-show for FREE?
    You can watch the Misfits 007 pre-show for FREE via the Misfits Boxing YouTube channel.
    Here are all the bouts that you can watch for FREE on the Misfits 007 pre-show:

    Wings of Redemption vs Boogie2988
    Luis Nestor vs Archie
    Zuckles vs TBA

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    How can I watch the Misfits 007 main card?

    The Misfits 007 main card will be shown live on DAZN PPV in the UK for £19.99.
    You can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £9.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of action.
    A flexible pass, worth £19.99-a-month, is also available, and you can cancel anytime.
    You can also pay £99.99 for the year upfront, and this is the lowest cost option.

    Can I live stream the Misfits 007 main card?

    DAZN subscribers can live stream the Misfits 007 main card via the DAZN app.
    The DAZN app is available to download for FREE on to your mobile or tablet device.
    Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action via SunSport’s live blog.

    Can I watch DAZN on my TV?

    On March 23, DAZN launched their first TV channel on Sky known as DAZN 1 HD.
    The channel will show a 24/7 schedule of live and catch-up content including 50-plus fights a year.
    DAZN will be on Sky channel 429 in the UK and Ireland.
    To access the channel, you will need a DAZN subscription which will also give you access to the DAZN app. More

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    I was drinking and doing drugs before boxing showed up out of nowhere and saved me, says Jake Paul

    JAKE PAUL has opened up on how boxing prevented him from his life spiralling out of control on drink and drugs. The American shot to fame on social media app Vine and later YouTube along with his brother Logan.
    Jake Paul formerly lived a life of partyingCredit: @jakepaul
    And in pursuit of fame and fortune, both moved to Los Angeles where their life moved in the fast lane.
    But it almost became too much for Paul until thankfully a shock career in boxing helped turn his life around.
    He bravely told DAZN: “I was drinking, doing drugs, doing all sorts of crazy s*** in Los Angeles, not being myself. 
    “Because that’s what happens when you’re drinking like that and doing those things like that.
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    “I needed something to save me and boxing showed up out of nowhere. 
    “I definitely worry – that side of me is the Problem Child side of me – that can get involved in those of things. 
    “But everybody has a story and I’m just now comfortable telling that story because I was kind of embarrassed by it. 
    “I didn’t know if I could talk about those things, I didn’t want to say that I had those problems or was doing those things. 
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    “But I was like, if I can share my story about that and finding boxing and saving me then maybe someone else will be able to relate.” 
    Paul, 26, made his professional boxing debut in 2020, beating online rival AnEsonGib.
    It kickstarted a polarising prizefighting career which has seen the social media sensation headline around the world.
    He even moved out of LA in late 2020 to rid of any distractions, since building an isolated base in Puerto Rico.
    Paul has wins over ex-MMA champions Ben Askren, 38, Tyron Woodley, 41, and Anderson Silva, 48.
    But he was beaten in his last bout in February by boxer Tommy Fury, 23, losing a split-decision in Saudi Arabia.
    Paul now returns on August 5 in Texas against ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 38, in a bid to prove he can bounce back from defeat.
    And having seen boxing change his life, the Most Valuable Promotions boss insisted he will be a mainstay in the sport.
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    Paul said: “One hundred per cent, always. Promoting fights, helping fighters, using my platform. 
    “I’ve even thought about getting my referee’s licence. Wouldn’t that be funny? Wouldn’t that be funny, if I’m like in the ring, refitting a match?” 
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    Watch KSI SHOVE Joe Fournier as face-off descends into chaos and security forced to step in ahead of boxing fight

    KSI shoved Joe Fournier and security had to step in as their face-off descended into chaos ahead of Saturday’s fight. The YouTube, music and crossover boxing star returns tomorrow night at Wembley Arena against Fournier.
    KSI shoving Joe Fournier at their press conferenceCredit: Leigh Dawney/Misfits Boxing
    But tempers boiled over when the two came head-to-head just a few hours before they are due to share the ring.
    The rivals went nose-to-nose – bumping foreheads – before breaking away to pose for pictures.

    But suddenly KSI shoved Fournier, which forced security to get in between them.
    KSI, 29, returns in the biggest test of his career against the nightclub tycoon-turned 9-0 boxer

    And Fournier, 40, insisted the social media sensation is feeling the pressure of the moment and lashing out was evidence to that.
    He said: “I think he’s scared and insecure, he’s not been there with a real fighter before.
    “I think his emotions are boiling over which is exactly the strategy we want, we want him coming out swinging.
    “That makes even bigger mistakes earlier on and we’re not trying to be here all night, we’re trying to get him out of there in the first round.”
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    KSI last fought in January, knocking out gamer Faze Temperrr, 29, to take his record in the ring to five wins and one draw.
    Fournier meanwhile has not boxed in a professional capacity since 2017 but faced musician Reykon and ex-heavyweight champion David Haye in 2021.
    But the businessman and boxer claimed he is in the best shape of his life – partly due to cutting out SEX in training camp.
    Fournier revealed: “I couldn’t be any better. I’ve sparred the best guys I could find, I’ve trained twice a day.
    “I’ve stopped the alcohol for six weeks, I stopped the shagging for a month – which was very difficult for me!
    “And yeah, I’m focussed, I’m ready and I really want to win, actually.
    “That’s the reality, from the bottom of my heart I really want to win this fight, because it could be my last one.
    “It could be the one I retire off, so let’s go out with a bang, Wembley Arena, West London where I grew up.”
    Businessman-turned boxer Joe FournierCredit: Leigh Dawney/Misfits Boxing More

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    KSI reveals fighting on same night as brother Deji stresses out their parents but ‘unites us even more’

    KSI revealed fighting on the same night as brother Deji leaves their parents stressed and nervous – but brings the family closer together. The pair of YouTube stars-turned boxers are set to share another boxing card together this Saturday.
    Deji with brother KSI and mum YinkaCredit: Twitter
    Dad Jide with his eldest son KSICredit: Twitter
    KSI celebrating with brother Deji
    KSI faces millionaire nightclub tycoon-turned boxer Joe Fournier while Deji returns against rapper Swarmz.
    The last time the Olatunji brothers boxed on the same night, they both walked away with wins.
    But it came at the cost of stressing out their dad Jide so much that he will forfeit a ringside seat tomorrow night.
    KSI, 29, told SunSport: “I don’t think my dad’s coming this time because it just stresses him out, man.
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    “And my mum, I think the last time she watched my bro win, she started breaking down crying.
    “It’s a lot for her and it’s a lot for my dad, but we always reassure them.
    “We always tell them we’ll work hard, train hard and we always try to make sure we get the W.”
    KSI first boxed in 2018, beating online rival Joe Weller, 27, before drawing to Logan Paul, 28, in the same year.
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    But in his 2019 rematch with Paul, he won a split-decision in what was also his professional debut.
    KSI would go on to have three years out of the ring to focus on a fledging music career before making a boxing comeback in August.
    He won twice in one night – beating Swarmz and Mexican boxer Luis Pineda.
    But the story of the night belonged to younger brother Deji, 26, who snapped a three-fight losing streak to win for the first time.
    It provided a memorable night for KSI and his family, who cherished the moment in unity.
    KSI revealed: “You saw what happened after Misfits 001, we were all celebrating, having the time of our lives.
    “It was just an awesome moment, I was bouncing, jumping around just having the time of my life.
    Deji with older brother KSICredit: DAZN
    Deji celebrating his first victoryCredit: Misfits Boxing
    “For me and my family, we’re all very good, in a great space and the boxing, I feel like it unites us even more.
    “We throw each other memes left, right and centre just to joke around but everyone’s in good spirits.
    “My bro’s feeling good, my dad is – always nervous – but he’s also feeling good. My mum is also feeling nervous but excited to see what we do in the ring.”
    Deji beat American influencer Fousey, 33, and then went on to face boxing legend Floyd Mayweather, 46, in an exhibition bout in November.
    Meanwhile, KSI knocked out gamer Faze Temperrr, 29, in January and fears a repeat performance against Fournier, 40, will scare off future rivals.
    He said: “It’s actually a good point, maybe I should stop winning so emphatically.
    “Maybe I should just start winning through split-decisions and stuff like that!
    “The way I knocked out Temperrr would terrify a lot of people to want to fight me.
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    “When I knock out Joe Fournier in spectacular fashion, more people are going to be like, ‘You know what, I think KSI it actually hat guy. Maybe it’s not worth fighting him, because I don’t wanna be a meme.'”
    Deji ahead of his fight with Swarmz
    KSI facing off with Joe FournierCredit: Leigh Dawney/Misfits Boxing More

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    KSI reveals his dream next three fights including Tommy Fury, YouTube grudge match and blockbuster with a UFC legend

    KSI has revealed his dream next three fights – targeting stars of the YouTube and UFC world. The social media, music and crossover boxing sensation returns on Saturday against Joe Fournier.
    KSI after beating Faze TemperrrCredit: Getty
    Joe Fournier fights KSI nextCredit: Getty
    But KSI already has some blockbuster names in mind should he defeat Fournier and remain undefeated in the ring.
    He told SunSport: “My next three fights? I mean Jake Paul, obviously. Tommy Fury and who else?
    “I don’t know… Conor McGregor. F*** it, why not?”
    KSI, 29, looked on course to finally settle his bitter feud with arch rival Paul, 26, in a grudge match at the end of the year.
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    But those plans faced the KO when Paul was beaten by Fury, 24, by split-decision in February in Saudi Arabia.
    The American now returns on August 5 against MMA icon Nate Diaz, 38, after snubbing a rematch with Fury or talks to face KSI.
    So now KSI has set his sights on one-upping his great nemesis by trying to finish what he started.
    But the Londoner could not confirm if Fury will be in attendance at Wembley Arena as talks for the pair to fight continue.
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    KSI, with a smirk, said: “We’ll see, we’ll see.”
    Fournier, 40, a nightclub tycoon-turned 9-0 boxer, forced a fight with KSI after gatecrashing his post-fight interview in January.
    Ahead of the biggest test of his boxing career, KSI said: “I was there trying to weigh up a few people and he was the one who was hungry the most.
    “I thought, ‘Cool, you’ve got a great record, you’re a good test for me, let’s go.”

    KSI knocked out gamer Faze Temperrr in his last bout and fears a repeat performance could scare off any future rivals.
    He said: “It’s actually a good point, maybe I should stop winning so emphatically.
    “Maybe I should just start winning through split-decisions and stuff like that!
    “The way I knocked out Temperrr would terrify a lot of people to want to fight me.
    “When I knock out Joe Fournier in spectacular fashion, more people are going to be like, ‘You know what, I think KSI it actually that guy. Maybe it’s not worth fighting him, because I don’t wanna be a meme.'”
    Tommy Fury is in talks to fight KSICredit: Getty
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    KSI vs Joe Fournier tale of the tape: How YouTuber and pro boxer compare ahead of huge fight

    KSI and Joe Fournier are set to lock horns on Saturday at Wembley Arena. The British YouTuber is ready for the biggest boxing fight of his career as a win could set up a clash with fellow social media star Jake Paul.

    KSI is set for his biggest ever boxing fight against Joe FournierCredit: Getty
    Fournier is a lot more experienced than KSI as he is undefeated as a proCredit: Getty
    Coming off a stoppage win over FaZe Temperrr in January, the Londoner’s clash with Fournier represents a massive step up in opposition.
    That is because the influencer’s opponent is an actual professional boxer with an impressive record under his belt.
    KSI, 29, is much younger than his 40-year-old rival and the internet sensation is also a lot more inexperienced, especially at professional level.
    Fournier is undefeated as a pro having won nine boxing fights via knockout throughout his six-year career that kicked off in 2015.
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    The Londoner’s only loss took place in 2021 when he was defeated by David Haye in an exhibition bout via unanimous decision.
    KSI, on the other hand, has had only one professional bout which he won against Logan Paul in 2019.
    The Brit went on to win one amateur bout against Joe Weller and three exhibition fights, all by knockout.
    That means KSI is undefeated across the board, but he has had five fewer matches than Fournier, who is still unbeaten as a pro.
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    The two fighters are set for their official weigh-in on Friday but the most recent scales showed Fournier is heavier than his fellow Brit by one-and-a-half stone.
    KSI is taller but both men have the exact same reach heading to their fight.
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    KSI’s coach warns Jake Paul and Tommy Fury that YouTuber is ‘heavy-handed’ and KNOCKING OUT ‘legit boxers’ in sparring

    KSI is so heavy-handed he is knocking out legitimate competition in the gym, his trainer Alexis Demetriades said. The YouTube star first linked up with Demetriades at the London Shootfighters gym three years ago, before making his boxing return.
    KSI in training for his next fightCredit: Darren Fletcher

    The pair now enter their toughest test together, against millionaire nightclub tycoon-turned 9-0 boxer Joe Fournier on Saturday.
    And KSI has been put through his paces in the gym to prepare, which he has brutally passed with flying colours.

    Demetriades told SunSport: “He’s naturally an aggressive person and he’s got very heavy hands
    “That’s coming from somebody who has coached at a world-class level, the kid is actually heavy-handed.
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    “He’s sparring professional boxers, that are 12-0, 13-0 and he’s holding his own. He’s knocking guys out, legit boxers, who are 7-0s, 8-0s.
    “And he’s doing it in 20-ounce gloves because the kid punches hard, legitimately.”
    KSI – nicknamed JJ – has been building a reputation for himself behind closed doors in secret sparring sessions.
    Demetriades revealed: “One hundred per cent, there’s loads of people that will tell you about JJ’s sparring.
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    “Ask Idris Virgo, who is 13-0, he’ll tell you.”
    KSI, 29, has boxed six times with five wins and one draw, which came to Logan Paul, 28, in 2018 but was avenged in their rematch.
    The Londoner has other wins over YouTubers, Joe Weller and Faze Temperr as well as boxer Luis Pineda and rapper Swarmz.
    But Fournier, 40, will be his first opponent with professional boxing experience and as a result may allow KSI to flurish.
    Demetriades said: “I think you find timing on someone who has timing. When a guy throws a straight punch, you can get timing on that.
    “I think when Joe comes out and throws traditional punches, JJ will get his timing.”
    KSI had hoped to finally settle his bitter score with Jake Paul, 26, in a grudge match at the end of the year.
    But Paul, 26, suffered his first defeat in February, losing a split-decision to Tommy Fury, 24, in Saudi Arabia.
    He’s sparring professional boxers, that are 12-0, 13-0 and he’s holding his own. He’s knocking guys out, legit boxers, who are 7-0s, 8-0s.KSI’s coach Alexis Demetriades
    The American is now set to return on August 5 in Texas against ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 38.
    So KSI has revealed he is now setting his sights on fighting Fury and has the backing of his coach.
    Demetriades said: “I think Tommy Fury is a massively interesting fight as well.
    “If you put him in a fight for the British title, do you think Tommy could win the British title at that weight? No, no way.
    “So he’s found the right place to be, the influencer space is right for Tommy and I think stylistically, he’s right for JJ as well.”
    Fury – brother to heavyweight champion Tyson – proved a step too far for prankster-gone puncher Paul.
    But Demetriades has no fear in putting KSI in there with the 9-0 former Love Islander.
    He said: “You’ve got to go down the Tommy Fury route because he’s the guy that beat Jake Paul.
    “And, he barely beat him, right? As in the judges gave it a split, however you might have looked at it, it was a split-decision.
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    “So you’ve got to think that’s within your reach if you think you can knock out Jake Paul, from a boxing mathematics point of view.”
    Tommy Fury beat Jake Paul on pointsCredit: Getty More