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    KSI embarrassingly calls Tommy Fury his DAD in awkward blunder ahead of his fight against Darren Till

    KSI awkwardly called Tommy Fury his DAD while trying to aim a dig. The YouTuber-turned-boxer was beaten by Fury via disputed decision last year – with their feud far from settled. KSI awkwardly called Tommy Fury his dad while trying to aim a digCredit: X @ksinews_But now Fury is returning under KSI’s Misfits Boxing banner on January 18 in Manchester against ex-UFC star Darren Till. And at the press conference KSI took a swipe at his rival after offering him a route back into boxing. KSI, 31, said: “I’m out here paying him, he is working for me. He’s working under my organisation.”So technically I’m his dad. So he should appreciate that. He has to accept that I am his dad.” READ MORE IN BOXINGKSI was later probed about the diss but fluffed his lines on the second time of asking. He told iFL TV: “F*** Tommy, man. Fuck Tommy, yeah he’s my dad. I mean I’m his dad! I’m his dad, yo. That’s the game, deal with it.” Fury also aimed his own blast at KSI’s unorthodox boxing style when addressing his bout with MMA’s Till. He said: “I want a fight because my previous fight was too much hopping around and star-jumping. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I want a proper fight and that’s why we’ve taken the Darren Till fight.” Despite the respect between Fury, 25, and Till, 31, it soon soured on stage sparking a brawl. Fury’s dad John chucked water over Till before the two camps clashed and security had to intervene. Tommy Fury and Darren Till clash at Misfits Boxing press conference More

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    Fans claims Jake Paul’s win over Mike Tyson was ‘fixed’ as new footage of fight emerges

    FIGHT fans have claimed fresh footage from Jake Paul’s showdown with Mike Tyson proves the bout was “fixed.”Former undisputed heavyweight champion Tyson returned from a 19-year-long professional layoff to lock horns with the YouTube sensation in a Texas tussle last Friday.Mike Tyson returned to the ring last week to take on Jake PaulCredit: GETTYThe boxing legend suffered a decision defeat to the YouTuberCredit: GETTYSome fight fans have claimed a clip of Paul avoiding a Tyson right hand proves the fight was “fixed”Credit: NETFLIXThe boxing legend looked every bit his 58 years as he struggled to mount any serious threat and suffered a decision defeat.It seemed that Paul could have taken out the beloved Tyson had he put his foot on the gas.But some viewers of the fight have claimed new footage of Paul getting his head out of the way of a slow and telegraphed right hand shows Tyson was going easy too.A slow-motion clip of Paul’s defensive work started doing the rounds on social media, prompting baseless claims he’d come to a prefight agreement with Tyson.READ MORE ON TYSON VS PAULIn an accompanying caption with the video, one wrote on X: “Just in case anyone had doubts…”Another said: “If it was real Tyson would have destroyed him and been out of the ring in less than 2 minutes.”And another said: “That may have been the KO shot that Tyson obviously pulled.”One remarked: “Rigged as f**k.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSJake Paul vs Mike Tyson round-by-roundMIKE TYSON’s long-awaited return to the ring didn’t have the fairytale ending fight fans dreamed of.SunSport’s boxing expert Wally Downes Jr recaps one of the drabbest and most forgettable nights in boxing history.And he didn’t hold back, issuing a scathing assessment of social media sensation Jake Paul.Round OnePaul says “I love you, Mike” just before the opening bell sounds. He quickly runs away and holds the boxing legend.Tyson draws a big reaction from the crowd as he lands a jab and a good right hand.Verdict: 10-9 TysonRound TwoPaul ran away in the opener and held – just like we thought he would.Tommy Fury had it first and now Mike Tyson. It’s clever because Tyson will tire. Paul tags Tyson’s body with a straight right.Tyson looks spent now. 180 seconds in and the fight looks over.Verdict: 10-9 TysonRound ThreeThe legend cannot even keep his gumshield in. As expected it’s a waste of time. Paul has run away until the 58-year-old has tired.Shooting ducks in a barrel now. Tyson might get hurt here. Paul lands a couple of clumsy shots and Tyson wobbles backwards.Tragic after three.Verdict: 10-9 PaulRound FourThis is proper rubbish. The crowd are bored and boos are being heard.This is just two tired big lumps going at it.  One a legend, one a promoter.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound FivePaul jabs the body and aims right for the head and another one-two clips the icon.Tyson cannot keep his mouthpiece in, he is gasping for air. Paul lands a left hook but then so does Tyson.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound SixThank God these weren’t three-minute rounds. We are getting about four punches per round.Tyson is gasping in the air but replays show a left hook did graze Paul’s beard.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound SevenTyson slips a jab and tries an uppercut. The commentator admits it has been a “sad” spectacle.The AT&T stadium has been utterly stunk out. Paul is looking just as tired as Tyson.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound EightGo back to YouTube, Jake. You’re an excellent conman. But you’ve never been a boxer.The Judges decide: 80-72, 79-73 and 79-73. I’m glad Tyson gets paid and has stayed safe.But what a laughable performance from Paul to add to his stinker with Tommy Fury.Verdict 10-9 PaulSunSport’s final scorecard – 78-74 for Jake PaulClick to read the full round-by-round breakdown.Another chimed in: “Pulling punches?!”The fix allegations quickly came to the attention of Paul, who issued a scathing response on brother Logan’s Impaulsive podcast.Jake Paul admits he failed to knock out Mike Tyson ON PURPOSE after flop Netflix fight is slammed’The Problem Child’ said: “People are like, ‘Oh it’s rigged because look at him on the pads.”‘He didn’t do this in the fight.'”Because someone is f***ing punching back, you dumb f**ks.”You don’t realise my power, my jab, my speed and my ability and footwork to get out of the way of those punches.”So then all of a sudden, he’s literally throwing at air – he can’t land those punches on me.” More

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    Netflix confirm eye-watering viewing figures for Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson making it most watched fight since Muhammad Ali

    NETFLIX has confirmed eye-watering Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson viewing figures – making it the most watched fight since Muhammad Ali.The underwhelming fight ended in a unanimous win for Paul over the boxing icon.Jake Paul’s fight against Mike Tyson is the most-streamed sporting event everCredit: ReutersPaul won the bout by unanimous decisionCredit: GettyThe event was a record breaker for the streaming service as it peaked at 65MILLION concurrent streams.According to TVision, 56 per cent of all US TV viewing between 12am and 1am EST was to the fight.Globally, it is estimated that there were 108MILLION viewers who tuned into watch the pair hardly trade any blows.This has seen it rank as the TENTH most-watched sporting event of ALL TIME.READ MORE ON BOXINGIt was viewed by just 16 million fewer people than the Superbowl.The only boxing fight to have been watched more was Muhammad Ali’s rematch against Leon Spinks in 1978.Ali was the last great fighter to perform on national TV before pay-per-view took over.A record 2billion viewers worldwide watched in 80 nations as The Greatest took a unanimous decision for the final victory of his career. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHowever, they are all dwarfed by the viewing figures of the Fifa World Cup.The final in Qatar in 2022 is widely considered one of the greatest football matches of all time.Jake Paul admits he failed to knock out Mike Tyson ON PURPOSE after flop Netflix fight is slammedTop ten most watched sport events of all timeHere are the top ten most watched sporting events of all time…10. Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson – 108million9. Superbowl 2023 – 124million8. Rugby World Cup final 2019 – 857million7. Asian Games – 986million6. Muhammad Ali vs Leon Spinks rematch – 2billion5.  Winter Olympics 2006 – 2.1billion4. Cricket World Cup final 2019- 2.6billion3. Tour de France – 3.5billion2. Olympic Games – 4.7billion1. World Cup final 2022 – 5.4billionArgentina clinched victory for Lionel Messi thanks to a penalty shootout after the game ended 3-3 following extra-time.That match was watched by 5.4BILLION people around the world.This is over half of planet Earth’s current estimated population of 8billion people.But Paul’s victory over Tyson was the number one event in 78 countries, including Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Germany, India, Italy, Mexico, South Africa, the UK and the US.Meanwhile, Katie Taylor’s undisputed super-lightweight rematch victory over Amanda Serrano also broke records.The bout was the most watched professional women’s sports event in the history of the US.Most PPV boxing fights of all timeHERE is a look at the top 10 most pay-per-view buys in boxing history…10. Mayweather vs. Cotto – 1.5 million9. Tyson vs. Holyfield – 1.6 million8. Tyson vs. McNeeley – 1.6 million6. Tyson vs. Lewis – 1.96 million5. Tyson vs. Holyfield II – 1.99 million4. Mayweather vs. Alvarez – 2.2 million3. Mayweather vs. De La Hoya – 2.4 million2. Mayweather vs. McGregor – 4.3 million 1. Mayweather vs. Pacquiao – 4.6 million More

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    Boxer who KO’d Lennox Lewis gets back in the ring at 59 vs 54-year-old in pro fight days after Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson

    BOXING hero Oliver McCall returns to the ring at the age of 59, THIRTY YEARS after knocking the legendary Lennox Lewis out.Former heavyweight world champion McCall will be facing 54-year-old Stacy Frazier tonight in Nashville.Oliver McCall returns to the ring at the age of 59 to face 54-year-old Stacy FrazierThis comes four days after the controversial bout between Mike Tyson and Jake PaulCredit: ReutersMcCall knocked the legendary Lennox Lewis out in 1994Credit: GettyMcCall became WBC heavyweight champion after beating LewisCredit: AFPAnd it will be an officially sanctioned professional fight between the two boxing veterans in Tennessee.The fight takes place just four days after the controversial bout between the ageing Mike Tyson and Jake Paul.Tyson, 58, returned to the ring against a much younger Paul, 27, and the heavyweight legend was defeated by the YouTuber via unanimous decision at the AT&T Stadium in Texas.The fight received immense criticism as Iron Mike’s advanced age and ring rust were both exposed.Read More on BoxingBut that hasn’t stopped McCall getting back in the ring despite being OLDER than Tyson.The American picked up a famous victory over Lewis in 1994 as he knocked the British-Canadian star out and became WBC heavyweight champion.The Atomic Bull currently holds an impressive record of 59 wins and only 14 losses in 75 fights.But some fans were not too pleased about his return to the ring after the disappointment they witnessed between Tyson and Paul.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOne boxing enthusiast tweeted: “Jake Paul will fight the winner.”Another commented: “What the hell is happening to the sport??”Stunning Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson ring girls oil up as they share behind-the-scenes video of Netflix fight And that one wrote: “Such a shame all this.”Paul vs Tyson shocking punch statsTHE punch stats from Mike Tyson’s defeat to Jake Paul made for “sad” reading.Veteran Iron Mike, 58, started strongly enough in his Netflix boxing fight with the former YouTuber.But he simply ran out of gas within the first few minutes of the eight-round contest.In the 16 minutes of action, the former undisputed heavyweight world champion landed just 18 punches – averaging just 2.25 successful hits per round.In total, he only attempted 97, meaning he made contact with just 18 per cent.By comparison, Paul, 27, threw a whopping 278 punches – nearly 200 more than his ageing opponent – but still only landed 78 for a success rate of 28 per cent despite his opponent barely moving.His most explosive round came in the third when the victorious Problem Child attempted 44 punches and connected with 16 of them.However, a woeful fifth round saw just four punches landed between the pair as the quality failed to live up to the hype and Paul refused to go for the knockout. More

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    Tommy Fury press conference descends into chaotic brawl as dad John Fury throws water over boxing rival Darren Till

    TOMMY FURY and Darren Till threatened to kick off their fight early with a near-brawl at the press conference. The pair headline at the Co-op Live Arena on January 18 in Manchester but came face to face in London to announce the bout.Tommy Fury and Darren Till clashing at the press conferenceCredit: GettyFormer UFC star Till hurdled insults at the FurysCredit: PAJohn Fury hit back at TillCredit: GettyTommy Fury also blasted TillCredit: GettyKSI was loving the wild scenesCredit: GettyBut the mutual respect did not last long as ex-UFC star Till threatened to KICK Fury in the face during the fight. Fury’s famously volatile dad John responded by chucking water at Till – sparking the wild scenes on stage.Security desperately tried to intervene and separate the two camps as tempers flared. Till, 31, could be heard yelling: “Sit down little John.” READ MORE IN BOXINGJohn yelled: “Come on, let’s go.” Till hit back: “What are you gonna do? Get you with your security. Pair of s***houses. I’d absolutely tear you upside down. Be quiet little John.”The two headline a Misfits Boxing card on DAZN PPV. And Misfits founder KSI, who lost to Fury in October, was in hysterics in between the brawling two and shouted out: “Get your tickets.”Most read in SportCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFury, 25, has not returned since beating KSI, 31, via decision in October following hand surgery. Till meanwhile crosses over for his second boxing bout after leaving UFC in 2022.The fight is set to be contested at heavyweight over eight, three-minute rounds.Jake Paul’s ex-coach reveals why he should SNUB rematch with ‘unreasonable’ and ‘delusional’ Tommy Fury More

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    Jake Paul offered world title fight by undefeated P4P boxing superstar who asks ‘so what are we gonna do?’

    JAKE PAUL has been called out once more by undefeated boxing star Artur Beterbiev, who demands an answer.Paul, 27, defeated a much older Mike Tyson on Friday at the AT&T Stadium in Texas via unanimous decision after a controversial fight on Netflix.Jake Paul has been called out by boxing superstar Artur BeterbievCredit: GettyBeterbiev challenged Paul after his controversial victory over Mike TysonCredit: GettyBetewrbiev is demanding an answer after Paul’s sarcastic reactionCredit: PABesides the fact the stream crashed, many slammed the bout because the legendary Tyson’s advanced age of 58 was glaringly obvious.This marks another disputable boxing victory for the Problem Child, who has only faced one active professional boxer throughout his young four-year career in Tommy Fury who defeated him in 2023.Paul has so far beaten Tyson past his prime, YouTuber AnEsonGib, ex-basketball player Nate Robinson as well as MMA heroes Ben Askren, Tyron Woodley, Anderson Silva, Nate Diaz and Mike Perry.The YouTuber has also shared the ring with little-known boxers Andre August and Ryan Bourland, both of whom he beat.Read More on BoxingThat led to a challenge by Beterbiev, 39, who wants to see how Paul would fare against a legitimate boxer.In fact, the Russian bruiser offered him a shot at his undisputed WBA, WBC, IBF and WBO light heavyweight world titles on Instagram after the Tyson fight.Beterbiev posted on his story: “[Paul] What can you do in ring against the current undisputed champion? Just know that I’m always open to any suggestions.”Paul responded with a sarcastic tweet without actually answering the challenge.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe undefeated top-five pound-for-pound star, who’s won all of his 21 fights, would be a huge step up in class after the social media star’s previous opponents – most of whom weren’t even boxers.Paul tweeted: “Just seen this….top 5 pound for pound fighter in the world calling me out. Hahahahahaha. 4 years in and I run this sport.”I sparred Artur Beterbiev and it’s by far the worst thing I’ve experienced in life Beterbiev, though, doubled down on his demand insisting it is time for the controversial YouTuber to have “serious challenges”.The undisputed champ responded: “After four years it’s time to have serious challenges. Didn’t notice your acceptance or rejection. So what are we gonna do?”Beterbiev is currently fourth the Ring Magazine’s pound-for-pound rankings after winning 20 fights via knockout. Paul vs Tyson shocking punch statsTHE punch stats from Mike Tyson’s defeat to Jake Paul made for “sad” reading.Veteran Iron Mike, 58, started strongly enough in his Netflix boxing fight with the former YouTuber.But he simply ran out of gas within the first few minutes of the eight-round contest.In the 16 minutes of action, the former undisputed heavyweight world champion landed just 18 punches – averaging just 2.25 successful hits per round.In total, he only attempted 97, meaning he made contact with just 18 per cent.By comparison, Paul, 27, threw a whopping 278 punches – nearly 200 more than his ageing opponent – but still only landed 78 for a success rate of 28 per cent despite his opponent barely moving.His most explosive round came in the third when the victorious Problem Child attempted 44 punches and connected with 16 of them.However, a woeful fifth round saw just four punches landed between the pair as the quality failed to live up to the hype and Paul refused to go for the knockout. More

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    Sidemen Charity Match 2025 SOLD OUT as more than 230,000 fans desperately try to get tickets for Wembley showdown

    TICKETS for the next edition of the Sidemen Charity Match sold out within THREE HOURS of going on sale.The Sidemen group have more than 100 million subscribers between them on YouTube and have racked up more than six billion views globally.The Sidemen have seen their 2025 Charity Match sold out within three hoursCredit: Tom Jackson – The TimesMore than 230,000 fans rushed to get tickets for the Wembley spectacleCredit: GettyNearly 140,000 fans were in the queue AFTER the tickets had already sold outLast year more than £2.4m was raised for charity as the game sold out at the London StadiumCredit: PAThey hosted the first Sidemen Charity Match back in 2016 at Southampton’s St Mary’s stadium.But the event has since grown even larger in size, selling out the 60,00 capacity London Stadium last year and Charlton’s 27,000-plus ground The Valley the year prior.Last year the match raised a whopping £2.4million for charities Teenage Cancer Trust and CALM and was watched by 17 million people at home as well as the sold-out crowd in the stadium.Earlier this month it was announced the next edition of the game would take place at a full-capacity Wembley Stadium on March 8 2025.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLTickets for the game, which this year will be in aid of Bright Side and BBC Children in Need, went on sale on Monday morning at 9am.Within three hours of tickets becoming available, they sold out.An online queue for the tickets on the website showed a staggering 140,000 people in the queue AFTER the tickets had been sold out.Along with the 90,000 seats available for Wembley, this means that more than 230,000 fans tried to get their hands on tickets.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSReacting to the news on social media, the Sidemen account said: “WEMBLEY SOLD OUT!! This wouldn’t be possible without you guys, THANK YOU! Can’t wait to see you there – bring on March 8th.”KSI, the member of the group with the largest following, also said: “Can’t wait!!! See you all there!”KSI vs Jake Paul takes new twist with veteran promoter drafted in to revive talks for £100m grudge matchThe Brit, real name JJ Olatunji, has made headlines with his involvement across various content, ranging from music to boxing and sponsoring his football club Arsenal with his PRIME drink.Simon Minter (Miniminter), Joshua Bradley (Zerkaa), Tobit ‘Tobi’ Brown (TBJZL), Ethan Payne (Behzinga), Vikram Singh Barn (Vikkstar123), and Harry Lewis (W2S) make up the other six members of the group.Last year Team Sidemen beat rivals YouTube Allstars 8-5 in a thrilling game.Other creators involved in the match were Manny, who was invited for a trial at Crawley Town along with brother TBJZL in 2022, IShowSpeed, Kai Cenat, Max Fosh, Angry Ginge, Chris MD and Mark Goldbridge. More

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    Drake curse hits again as rapper loses huge £280,000 bet on Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson

    DRAKE saw his heavy losing streak continue after another failed bet before the blockbuster fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul.The popular rapper lost a staggering $355,000 (£281,440) after betting on Tyson, 58, against his much younger opponent Paul, 27 on Friday.Drake’s curse grew bigger as he lost another massive betCredit: GettyDrake bet $355,000 (£281,440) on Mike Tyson to beat Jake PaulCredit: ReutersHowever, the YouTuber defeated the legendary heavyweight via unanimous decision in a controversial fight that left many fans disappointed at the AT&T Stadium in Texas.Drake posted his bet online with the odds on Iron Mike being at 2.85, meaning he could have won a whopping $1,011,750 (£802,116).This poses as yet another massive loss for the Canadian singer and songwriter.The 38-year-old previously put down $1million (£790,000) for Argentina to beat France within 90 minutes at the 2022 World Cup final.Read More on BoxingHowever, Lionel Messi and co let Drake down as they couldn’t get the job done across both halves and instead won 4-2 on penalties.This is also the second time the artist gets it wrong with Paul as he placed $1.2m (£950,000) on the Problem Child to defeat Tommy Fury, who became the first person to beat the American last year.Earlier this year, Drake placed $565,000 (£448,000) backing Tyson Fury to overcome Oleksandr Usyk, who ultimately ended the Gypsy King’s legendary undefeated streak.To be fair, though, the singer did get major bets right in the past, such as back when he won $425,000 (£336,780) thanks to Alex Poatan beating UFC rival Jamahal Hill in April.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSDrake wasn’t the only celebrity left red-faced after the fight as UFC legend Conor McGregor also saw a $1m double bet go down the drain.The highly-anticipated bout, though, left others disappointed as well due to several issues.Jake Paul beats Mike Tyson in unanimous decision as crowd boo fightThe fight was shown live on Netflix but the streaming platform crashed multiple times before, during and after the undercard as well as the main event.And thousands of fans in attendance walked out of the Dallas Cowboys’ famous ground without knowing who won. More