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    Boxing legend, 59, ready to come out of retirement to rematch Mike Tyson if former heavyweight champ beats Jake Paul

    LENNOX LEWIS will consider sensationally coming out of retirement to rematch Mike Tyson – if his old rival can beat Jake Paul.Tyson faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul on November 15 in a bout widely criticised over the 30-year age gap.Mike Tyson and Jake Paul fight on November 15Credit: GettyLennox Lewis will contemplate a return to boxing to rematch TysonCredit: GettyTyson was knocked out by Lewis in 2002Credit: AFPAnd British boxing great Lewis will have a keen eye on the controversial clash after being probed on a rematch with Iron Mike. He told TMZ: “Let’s see how he makes out in this fight, and then I’ll tell you after.” The already scrutinised showdown was further slammed when Tyson was forced to pull out of the initial July 20 date.He suffered an ulcer flare up in his stomach but has since been deemed medically fit to continue training.READ MORE IN BOXINGTyson is also required to undergo additional brain and hearts checks ahead of his fight along with pre-bout drug testing alongside Paul.Paul, 27, has ten wins and only one loss in the boxing ring, losing a 2023 split-decision to Tommy Fury, 25.Tyson meanwhile returns for his first pro fight since 2005 despite facing Roy Jones Jr in an exhibition bout in 2020. Lewis walked away in 2004 a year after his victory over Vitali Klitschko.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSIt was in 2002 that he knocked out Tyson a bout in which they shared a £36m purse.But now, over two decades later, the former heavyweight champion is backing Tyson to beat the much younger Paul.Lewis, 59, said: “If he’s in good shape he should be able to take it.” Mike Tyson looks ripped at 58 as former heavyweight champ shows off impressive physique before Jake Paul fight More

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    Who is Regis Prograis’ wife Raquel and how many kids does she have with the light welterweight boxer?

    REGIS Prograis came to the attention of British fight fans when he travelled to London in 2019 to take on Josh Taylor in the final of the World Boxing Super Series.He’s facing off against England’s Jack Catterall on October 26, 2024 — here we get to know the American boxer’s wife Raquel.Regis Prograis has been married to Raquel for over a decadeCredit: Instagram / raquelprograisRegis Prograis is an accomplished American southpaw best known for his achievements in the light welterweight division.The professional boxer chose his own nickname, “Rougarou” — Louisiana French for ‘werewolf’ — to pay homage to his grandfather, who is of Native American descent.He is married to Raquel Prograis.Who is Raquel Prograis?Very little has been reported about Raquel, so a full biography of her life, or a complete timeline of her relationship with Reigs, is currently unavailable.read more on regis prograisThe couple prefers to keep their private information out of the public domain.Their meeting was reportedly serendipitous, having first crossed paths through a mutual client.Who that client was or what business they had with either of the pair was not disclosed.Despite initial language barriers — Regis didn’t speak Portuguese and Raquel was not fluent in English — their connection proved strong enough to lead to marriage.Most read in BoxingMarriageRegis and Raquel tied the knot in December 2012, but details of their big day have not been reported.On top of being the partner of a professional boxer, Raquel has carved out her own identity as a YouTuber with over 1,000 subscribers.Marcus Rashford meets welterweight boxing star Regis Prograis in DubaiHer channel is called Raquel’s Mini Luxury and the content she posts is centred on fashion, shopping and lifestyle.She writes: “Hey my name is Raquel I’m Luxury addicted, in love with everything Lux.”I upload videos with unboxing, reviews and more, twice a week, with one bonus.”Family lifeRegis and Raquel have three children together — two daughters and a son.Their son Ray was born on October 20, 2013, with daughter Khalessi following on August 10, 2016.The couple share three kids together — two girls and a boyCredit: Instagram / raquelprograisIn November 2020, the boxer shared a video of Raquel giving birth to their third child, a girl, in a pool — but her name is yet to be reported.Support systemRaquel has been a constant source of support for Regis throughout his boxing career.Her presence ringside and her role in managing family life while Regis trains and competes demonstrates the strong partnership they share.This was particularly evident in November 2020 when Regis was preparing to fight Juan Heraldez, while Raquel was due to give birth to their second daughter.Family valuesDespite being married to a public figure, Raquel seems to prioritise her family’s privacy — especially when it comes to their children.READ MORE SUN STORIESHer role in maintaining family stability no doubt contributes significantly to Regis’ career and his ability to focus on boxing.While much of her life remains private, her presence and support have undoubtedly been significant factors in Regis’ success. More

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    Tommy Fury in talks for KSI rematch as boxer stuns ITV bosses by pulling out of I’m A Celebrity at two weeks notice

    TOMMY FURY is in line for a rematch with KSI after pulling out of I’m A Celebrity…Get Me Out of Here!The 25-year-old boxer had been in talks with ITV producers for months about the jungle reality show which is just weeks away.Tommy Fury and KSI are in talks for a rematchCredit: ReutersBut it is thought Fury — younger half-brother of heavyweight champion Tyson — has been handed a more lucrative project to fight YouTuber KSI, who he beat in the pair’s first bout last year.It was hoped the ex-Love Islander might have spilled the beans in the jungle camp about his relationship with Molly Mae-Hague, 25, which ended dramatically in August.A TV insider exclusively told the Sun: “Bosses are surprised Tommy has pulled out of I’m A Celebrity at this late stage as it would have been a great opportunity for him.“Thankfully, execs already had some great names waiting in the wings so they’ll be looking at which ones fit best into the line-up already booked so they can deliver a truly great series.READ MORE IN BOXING“With only weeks to go, bosses have lined up one of the most exciting casts in the show’s history.”Fury would have been joining a line-up expected to include WAG Coleen Rooney, Dancing on Ice judge Oti Mabuse and N-Dubz singer Tulisa.The stars usually fly Down Under in mid November — a week before the series kicks off on November 17.It came as hosts Ant and Dec yesterday released the show’s trailer, appearing as mad scientists.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe Sun exclusively revealed at the start of September that Fury was in talks with jungle execs.He had been accused of cheating on Molly — which he has denied — but he was expected to give his side of the story in the Australian jungle. Watch as Tommy Fury reignites bitter feud with KSI by slamming his Britain’s Got Talent job – and swerves I’m A Celeb questionJungle bosses were hoping he’d tell all about his split with Molly-Mae HagueCredit: PAInstead he could now be stepping back in to the ring with KSI – who he defeated in controversial circumstances last October.After their 2023 fight, YouTuber KSI said: “That is robbery.”How many jabs did you land? Look at your face. I’m the YouTuber, you are the boxer so you have to win?“He is the man who is supposed to be the pro boxer. He hit me on the back of the head over and over. It is outrageous. I want to appeal. I felt like I won that.”A spokesman for I’m A Celebrity declined to comment.Fury and KSI, 31, both suffered hand injuries after their pay-per-view Misfits Boxing bout.And Mams Taylor – KSI’s manager and co-founder of Misfits – admitted talks with Fury’s camp were due to take place.READ MORE SUN STORIESTaylor told us: “I think Tommy would do really well on the Misfits roster. And I know our teams are in touch with their team.”So watch this space. Let’s see what happens.”KSI fumed after his loss to Tommy FuryCredit: GettyTommy Fury is unbeaten in the ringCredit: Splash More

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    Mike Tyson sends sparring partner crumbling to floor after brutal left hook in training for Jake Paul fight

    MIKE TYSON sent a sparring partner crumbling to floor after brutal left – before firing a fierce warning to Jake Paul.The heavyweight icon faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul on November 15 in a bout widely slammed over the 30-year age gap. Mike Tyson dropped his sparring partnerCredit: @miketysonA brutal left hook dropped the sparring partnerCredit: @miketysonAnd fans recently voiced their concerns over Tyson’s carefully crafted training montages. But in a newly released clip, it was Iron Mike’s sparring partner who supporters were left feeling sorry for. In the footage, Tyson backs his sparring partner up to the ropes and unleashes a trademark left hook.The poor training partner sinks to the floor as Tyson roared: “I’ve got a lot in me. I’m just getting started.”READ MORE IN BOXINGAnd one fan said: “He’s looking scary boys.”Another added: “When you hear Mike say I’m just getting started you better run the other way.”It comes after Paul also released sparring footage dropping a heavyweight with an overhand right. The already controversial clash was further scrutinised when Tyson was forced to pull out of the initial July 20 date.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe suffered an ulcer flare up in his stomach but has since been deemed medically fit to continue training.Tyson is also required to undergo additional brain and hearts checks ahead of his fight along with pre-bout drug testing alongside Paul.Paul, 27, has ten wins and only one loss in the boxing ring, losing a 2023 split-decision to Tommy Fury, 25.Tyson meanwhile returns for his first pro fight since 2005 despite facing Roy Jones Jr in an exhibition bout in 2020.Mike Tyson looks ripped at 58 as former heavyweight champ shows off impressive physique before Jake Paul fight More

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    Mike Tyson looks ripped at 58 as former heavyweight champ shows off impressive physique before Jake Paul fight

    MIKE TYSON is looking like his old ripped self again after revealing his impressive physique ahead of fighting Jake Paul.The heavyweight icon faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul on November 15 in a bout widely slammed over the 30-year age gap.Mike Tyson is looking like his old ripped self again after revealing his impressive physiqueCredit: YouTube/Mike TysonThe 58-year-old gave a glimpse into his training to fight Jake PaulCredit: YouTube/Mike TysonAnd fans recently voiced their concerns over Tyson’s carefully crafted training montages. But in a recent glimpse into his training camp, shared on Iron Mike’s YouTube channel, the 58-year-old showed off ripped abs. In the video, Tyson also fires off combinations on the bag in front of Muhammad Ali’s former boxing manager Gene Kilroy. And Kilroy – who has known Tyson since he was 13 – joked the former champion in training more now than he did to fight Lennox Lewis in 2002. READ MORE IN boxing The reformed Baddest Man on The Planet also sent out a fierce warning to Paul by releasing sparring footage. In the clip, he decks his sparring partner with a meaty left hook and said: “I’m just getting started.” The already controversial clash was further scrutinised when Tyson was forced to pull out of the initial July 20 date. He suffered an ulcer flare up in his stomach but has since been deemed medically fit to continue training.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSTyson is also required to undergo additional brain and hearts checks ahead of his fight along with pre-bout drug testing alongside Paul. Paul, 27, has ten wins and only one loss in the boxing ring, losing a 2023 split-decision to Tommy Fury, 25.Tyson meanwhile returns for his first pro fight since 2005 despite facing Roy Jones Jr in an exhibition bout in 2020.Mike Tyson looks ripped at 58 as former heavyweight champ shows off impressive physique before Jake Paul fight More

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    KSI’s team set for talks with Tommy Fury for rematch as Love Island star offered shock route back into boxing by rival

    KSI and Tommy Fury could be heading for a huge rematch with talks to take place between the two camps. Fury became the first to hand YouTuber-turned-boxer KSI defeat in the ring after his controversial points victory in October. Tommy Fury beat KSI in a controversial decisionCredit: GettyThe 2019 Love Island star – who is in the midst of a break up with Molly-Mae Hague – has since had hand surgery which sidelined him. But Fury is back training and wants to make a comeback by January – with KSI’s manager and Misfits Boxing boss Mams Taylor is ready for talks. Taylor told SunSport: “I think Tommy would do really well on the Misfits roster. And I know our teams are in touch with their team.”So watch this space. Let’s see what happens.”READ MORE IN BOXINGFury, 25, won a disputed six-round decision over KSI, 31, fuelling demand for a second bout. And Taylor added: “And as far as KSI and Tommy, I think when the time is right, that rematch definitely should happen. “Till this day people are still very divided about that result.” A rematch could follow as quickly as 2025 but Fury is also linked with another fight against Jake Paul, 27, who beat by split-decision last year too. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSKSI meanwhile has also not fought since his first loss having had a similar painful hand problem. It meant he is unable to fight on Misfits Boxing’s “super card” in Qatar on November 28. British boxing legend and former world champion Amir Khan, 37, was a rumoured opponent but KSI was forced out with injury. Taylor said: “JJ’s spent a lot of time nursing that hand injury taking time to make sure that he’s 100 per cent and doesn’t have to fight with a hand injury when he faces an opponent of that kind of calibre. “It’s not something that you want to take lightly so we spoke to the doctors and kind of got a gage of when he can be ready and in optimum shape.”  KSI is back training for his boxing returnCredit: @KSI More

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    ‘That’s a matter of time’ – Man Utd legend Wayne Rooney still lined up for stunning boxing fight after shock talks

    WAYNE ROONEY is still being tipped for a sensational debut fight in boxing – and it is only “a matter of time” before he enters the ring.The Manchester United legend – who boxed growing up on Merseyside – was linked with a shock boxing switch this year. Wayne Rooney is still lined up for a sensational boxing switchCredit: FACEBOOK.COM/WAYNEROONEYRooney’s infamous boxing celebrationCredit: Mark Robinson – The SunRooney is now in charge at PlymouthCredit: GettyHe held talks with Misfits Boxing, the home of celebrity-style crossover bouts headed up by KSI and his manager Mams Taylor. Rooney admitted the talks were ongoing but instead decided to focus on football management – soon after taking the Plymouth job. But music mogul and Misfits head honcho Taylor believes Rooney stepping into the ring is a case of “when” not “if”.He told SunSport: “We know that there’s been conversations with Wayne Rooney. READ MORE IN BOXING”He’s expressed interest. I think that’s a matter of time and it’s on his timeline, not on mine.”When he’s ready to do it, then then we’ll get there. There’s also been a couple of others who I’d really like.”Rooney was once knocked out in a famous drunken sparring session by Phil Bardsley. And their ex-United team-mate Danny Simpson became the first footballer to cross over to the Misfits ring. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSimpson – who won the Premier League title with Leicester in 2016 – drew over four rounds with YouTuber Danny Simpson. And now the retired defender has inspired others to lace up the gloves with Taylor expecting more Prem players to fight. Joey Essex postpones boxing debut as fight with KSI’s brother collapses but TV ‘villain’ still in talks with Misfits He said: “I’m not going to give you any names because I’ll ruin the surprise. “But definitely there’s some really big names and some very credible footballers, ex-footballers who have expressed interest.”So I think that’s gonna unfold in its own time.”Not only are footballers speaking with Taylor to make the move to boxing but several other famous sports stars. He said: “I’m not too pushy. I know how it goes with first-timers boxing. If you push too much, you scare them away, you know? “So you want to make sure that they’re mentally in the right place and actually take that chance of getting in the ring.READ MORE SUN STORIES”And if you haven’t been brought up as a fighter, it’s a very different experience and everyone who does it, though, after they do it like Danny Simpson says, ‘That was the best experience I’ve ever had in my life.'”There’s nothing like it. So I expect more athletes from across the board for next year.”Danny Simpson crossed over from football to boxing to fight YouTuber Danny AaronsCredit: Sportsfile More

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    Zlatan Ibrahimovic teased for sensational boxing switch as ex-Man Utd star’s shock talks revealed

    ZLATAN IBRAHIMOVIC has been lined up for a sensational boxing switch after holding secret talks over FaceTime.The former Manchester United striker has a martial arts background with a black belt in taekwondo. Zlatan Ibrahimovic is being lined up for a shock boxing matchCredit: Instagram @iamzlatanibrahimovicIbrahimovic is still at AC Milan in an advisory roleCredit: GettyThese days, he is overseeing operations at ex-club AC Milan after hanging up his boots last year following a glittering 24-year career. His old United team-mate Wayne Rooney moved into management following retirement but was linked with a stunning boxing fight. Rooney even held talks with Misfits Boxing – home to celebrity-style crossover bouts – before deciding to take on the Plymouth job. And Misfits head honcho Mams Taylor revealed he has even tried to talk Ibrahimovic, 43, into lacing up the gloves and stepping into the ring. READ MORE IN BOXINGTaylor told SunSport: “I’ve tried to convince Zlatan and he can fight. I’m good friends with his manager and we had a FaceTime, the three of us.”It was really cool because he’s seen a lot of Misfits fights and he’s followed it. He was a kickboxer, he’d be a good one as well. “But yeah, there’s other names that aren’t quite as big as these guys that are but still very respected and have achieved a lot that are interested. “And because it’s so realistic that those guys are going to fight, I’m not gonna give you their names. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”But, I will say that Zlatan and Wayne Rooney, there’ve been conversations and I think it’s a matter of time. At some point it will materialise.”Rooney’s former United colleague Danny Simpson became the first footballer on the Misfits circuit in August. Joey Essex postpones boxing debut as fight with KSI’s brother collapses but TV ‘villain’ still in talks with Misfits He faced YouTuber Danny Aarons over four rounds with the bout ending in a controversial draw. Simpson’s step into the ring has helped inspire others to take the leap with Taylor in talks with more ex-Premier League stars to fight.But the promoter remained coy on the details as he said: “I’m not going to give you any names because I’ll ruin the surprise. “But definitely there’s some really big names and some very credible footballers, ex-footballers who have expressed interest.”So I think that’s gonna unfold in its own time.”KSI with manager and Misfits co-founder Mams TaylorCredit: Leigh Dawney/Misfits Boxing More