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      Jake Paul announces shock plans to enter 2028 Olympics in LA after becoming ‘SICK’ of Team USA’s gold medal drought

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      JAKE PAUL has announced plans to enter the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles to bid for a shock gold medal.The YouTuber-turned-boxer has been in Paris as an honoury coach for Team USA.Jake Paul wants to enter the 2028 OlympicsBut Paul has watched in frustration as the squad of eight returned home with just one medal.Omari Jones took welterweight bronze with Andre Ward now the last man to win gold for USA – 20 years ago in Athens in 2004.But 10-1 professional cruiserweight Paul believes he will be the man to end the two-decade long drought.He said on his podcast: “I am going to enter the 2028 Olympics for boxing in Los Angeles.READ MORE IN BOXING”I’m sick and tired of waiting around and waiting for another gold for Team USA.”I’m not retiring. I definitely just added a couple more years onto my boxing career because of that.”Los Angeles, United States, sick as f***.”Paul, 27, had revealed he contemplated this year’s Olympics but missed the qualification cut off.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd as of 2016, boxers with pro records were welcomed back into Olympic amateur boxing.Paul added: “Yeah I’m just dropping bombs. Like actually, I’m just going to do it. Why not?Jake Paul is going to Paris Olympics after bursting onto boxing scene with just one defeat on pro record”2028, Olympics, you’re already hearing it first – gold medal, you’re mine brother.”Paul has had no amateur bouts and instead turned pro in 2020 off the back of one exhibition fight.He has since racked up ten wins with just a sole loss, to Tommy Fury, 25, in February 2023.Paul returned with sixth-round victory in July after dropping ex-UFC star Mike Perry three times.Perry, 32, had filled in on a month’s notice after Mike Tyson, 58, was forced out amid a health precaution.Paul will instead fight Tyson on November 15 in a controversial clash scrutinised for the 30-year age gap.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe American celebrity has also insisted he will challenge for a cruiserweight world title within the next two years.And he said: “Being a world champion is first and foremost, but second is a gold medal.”Mike Tyson and Jake Paul will fight on November 15Credit: Alamy More

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      Ex-Man Utd star and Premier League winner’s boxing debut REVEALED as he joins KSI Misfits card

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      PREMIER LEAGUE winner Danny Simpson is set for his boxing debut after joining KSI’s Misfits league. As first revealed by SunSport, the former Manchester United and Leicester star has been in talks for his first bout. Alan Smith, Cristiano Ronaldo, Nani, Danny Simpson and Jonny Evans in 2007Credit: GettySimpson won the Premier League with LeicesterCredit: Getty Images – GettyHe has since retired from footballCredit: Richard WalkerAnd it has now been announced that he will take on YouTuber Danny Aarons on August 31 in Dublin. Aarons was due to fight TikToker Brandon “Beavo” Beavis – known for filming himself swallowing food whole. But Beavis pulled out with an injury allowing Simpson to step in as replacement. YouTuber-turned-boxer KSI and music mogul Mams Taylor co-founded the Misfits platform as a home to celeb-style crossover bouts.READ MORE IN BOXINGAnd promoter Taylor talked up the possibility of welcoming footballers into the Misfits scene.Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney admitted he was even in talks to do so – before turning it down to focus on management.But his former United team-mate Simpson becomes the first to take the step into the ring. The event was due to be headlined by KSI – until hand injury also forced him to withdraw. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSInstead, KSI will perform to the sold-out 3Arena crowd with a new main-event to be announced. Simpson, 37, recently confirmed his retirement from football to now focus on his first fight. Jake Paul reveals stunning three-fight plan including Tommy Fury rematch before shock cruiserweight WORLD TITLE shotAs of last year, he was training with non-league Macclesfield while also returning to United to work on his coaching badges.He is a regular on MUTV having come through their academy before spending four years there as a professional between 2006–2010.In that period under the great Sir Alex Ferguson, the full-back only made eight appearances and spent time out on loan.But Simpson was part of the famous Leicester side that beat 5,000-1 odds to win the Premier League title in 2016.The defender was playing for Bristol City until his contract was ripped up by mutual consent in March 2022.Misfits have had stars from the social media, MMA and boxing world compete on their showsAnd Simpson will not be the first to trade the pitch for the ring.Curtis Woodhouse played in the Prem but switched to boxing in 2006 despite having no amateur background.He had 31 pro bouts – even winning the English and British light-welterweight titles – while playing football part-time.Footballers-turned-boxers Woodhouse’s last fight was in 2017 beating renowned and celebrated journeyman Lewis van Poetsch.Leon McKenzie was another to have played in the English top-flight for the likes of Crystal Palace and Norwich.McKenzie is the son of British and European title holder Clinton and nephew of three-time world champ Duke.So after his playing days stopped in 2013, he also moved into boxing making his super-middleweight debut that year.McKenzie amassed a record of eight wins, two losses and one draw before hanging up the gloves in 2017 aged 39.Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing currently have former Accrington Stanley midfielder Paddy Lacey signed.Lacey still plays for Welsh top-tier side Flint Town United but is 10-0 as a middleweight boxer.Despite the successful switches – it does not work out for everyone.Rio Ferdinand infamously tried to turn pro aged 39 but was denied a British Boxing Board of Control licence in 2018.Ferdinand’s former team-mates Wes Brown and Simpson both train at the same Punchline Boxing Gym in Macclesfield.READ MORE SUN STORIESSimpson has been in boxing training as far back as 2020 with his eyes on a debut bout. More

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      ‘Who the f*** is he?’ – Mike Tyson BLASTS Deontay Wilder in X-rated rant after Bronze Bomber reveals Jake Paul fears

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      MIKE TYSON has hit out at Deontay Wilder in an explosive rant after learning of the American’s concerns for his health.Former WBC heavyweight champion Wilder, like many others, has expressed fears for Tyson ahead of his controversial clash with Jake Paul.Mike Tyson is set to throw down with Jake Paul in a controversial crossover clash in NovemberCredit: AFPEx-WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder has publicly shared his concerns for TysonCredit: GETTYIron Mike has hit back at Wilder in an explosive rantCredit: AFPThe Bronze Bomber claimed Paul could potentially put the boxing legend into a “COMA” in their Texas tussle.Wilder’s comments have well and truly drawn the ire of Tyson, who told Esquire: “Everyone says this makes no sense, but he’s how old?”“He’s not who I am. He can’t go to Mongolia and have somebody know who the f*** he is.”Wilder can’t believe Tyson has been cleared to fight Paul, who will be 31 YEARS his junior on fight night, and reckons those around him don’t have his best interests at heart.READ MORE ON TYSON VS PAULThe 38-year-old said: “At the end of the day, no one gives a f*** about Mike.”We can talk about the pros and cons, but at the end of the day, they don’t give a f***.”I don’t think anyone cares about Mike, because if they did, they wouldn’t sanction the fight.“They may say they’ve done tests and all that, okay, but as long as you’re willing to suffer the consequences if something bad goes wrong.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSTyson’s motivation for fighting YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul at the ripe old age of 58 has been questioned by money.But Tyson insists it’s his addiction to having his hand raised, not the big payday that will come from the Netflix bout, that’s led him to lace up his gloves again.Watch Jake Paul in training to fight Mike PerryHe admitted: “I’m a glory junkie. I love people thinking about me all day.”I’d rather live a short life of glory than a long life of obscurity. It’s just who I am.“This is all I started fighting for—to get all this f***ing status.”I’m going to be chasing it for the rest of my life. I know that.”I’m never going to get what I want, because I’m one of those gluttons for pain. I can never get enough.” More

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      Tyson Fury makes shock prediction for Mike Tyson, 58, vs Jake Paul, 27, ahead of controversial boxing fight

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      TYSON FURY has given his official prediction for Mike Tyson’s showdown with Jake Paul.The former undisputed heavyweight champion will lace up his gloves again this November for a controversial crossover clash with the YouTuber-turned-boxer.Mike Tyson throws down with Jake Paul in a controversial crossover clash in NovemberCredit: AFPBoxing fans are fearing for Iron Mike’s safety in the Texas tussleCredit: EPATyson Fury has tipped Tyson to roll back the years and KO ‘The Problem Child’Tyson will be a whopping 31 YEARS Paul’s senior when they trade blows in their Dallas dust-up and fight fans around the world are concerned for the icon.But his namesake, Fury, seemingly has every faith he’ll shock the world and teach The Problem Child a lesson.The Gypsy King said: “Listen, if Mike Tyson hits anybody, I don’t care if he’s 90, he’s gonna knock them out cold, in’t he?”Obviously I have to back Mike Tyson. I’m named after the legend and I’ll back him.READ MORE ON TYSON VS PAUL”As he always backs me I’m backing Mike for the knockout. Come on, Mike!”Tyson, 58, hasn’t set foot inside the ring since his Covid clash with fellow boxing icon Roy Jones Jr.Iron Mike looked like a shell of the man who struck fear into the hearts of heavyweights in the 1980s and ’90s.But he’s confident of rolling back the years against Paul, who he insists WON’T be able to hurt him.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”Can I be honest?” Tyson asked his team while taking part in an interview with Esquire. “I don’t think he can hurt me.”Despite not having fought professionally since his 2005 defeat to Kevin McBride, Tyson is adamant he’s still got enough in the tank to get the better of Paul.Mike Tyson breaks silence on Jake Paul vs Mike PerryThe New Yorker said: “He’s not going to hit me with the jab.”Fight fans around the world are wondering why Tyson, who is fast approaching pensioner age, is putting his health at risk against the hard-hitting Paul.But Tyson insists the addictive feeling of having his hand raised, not money, is the primary motivator for his latest ring return.“I’m a glory junkie,” the former ‘Baddest Man on the Planet’ said. “I love people thinking about me all day.”I’d rather live a short life of glory than a long life of obscurity. It’s just who I am.“This is all I started fighting for—to get all this f***ing status.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’m going to be chasing it for the rest of my life. I know that.”I’m never going to get what I want, because I’m one of those gluttons for pain. I can never get enough.”Mike Tyson is adamant he’ll do a number on Jake PaulCredit: Reuters More

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      Giant 22st heavyweight legend calls out Jake Paul for £1.5million winner-takes-all fight ahead of Mike Tyson showdown

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      JAKE PAUL has been called out to a £1.5million winner-takes-all fight by boxing legend Butterbean. Butterbean – real name Eric Esch – became a fans’ favourite during the 1990s for his run of knockouts. Butterbean called out Jake Paul to a £1.5m fightCredit: GettyButterbean – real name Eric Esch – lost a stunning amount of weightCredit: https://www.instagram.com/butterbeanboxer/Now he wants to fight YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake PaulCredit: RexDuring the height of his career he weighed as much as 36 STONE and only ever went past the fourth round once – against the great Larry Holmes. His last boxing bout was in 2013 but Butterbean has teased a comeback in recent years having lost a stunning 14 STONE. And YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul is his target opponent as he laid down his latest challenge. Butterbean, 57, said on TikTok: “Hey Jake Paul, would you fight me for $2m [£1.5m]? Winner takes all.”READ MORE IN BOXINGThe American had over 100 fights across boxing, kickboxing and MMA while even having a run in pro wrestling. Butterbean lost the huge amount of weight after starring in a TV show alongside former wrestler Diamond Dallas Page. He had 91 boxing bouts – over EIGHT TIMES the amount of 10-1 Paul. The social media sensation’s only loss came in 2023 against Tyson Fury’s brother Tommy, 25, in Saudi Arabia. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPaul, 27, has won four since most recently stopping ex-UFC star and bare-knuckle boxer Mike Perry, 32, in six rounds. Perry had filled in for Mike Tyson after the heavyweight legend, 58, pulled out amid a health precaution. But Tyson’s controversial clash with Paul is now rescheduled for November 15 in Texas. Jake Paul is going to Paris Olympics after bursting onto boxing scene with just one defeat on pro record More

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      Jake Paul reveals stunning three-fight plan including Tommy Fury rematch before shock cruiserweight WORLD TITLE shot

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      JAKE PAUL has a rematch with Tommy Fury and a cruiserweight world title shot in his lofty boxing ambitions.The YouTuber-turned-prizefighter moved to 10-1 after victory over ex-UFC star and bare-knuckle boxer Mike Perry. Jake Paul beat Mike Perry and has already set his sights on a juicy rematchCredit: Esther Lin/MVP

      Tommy Fury has been called out to a rematch by Jake PaulCredit: AlamyAnd the two agreed to rematch in the MMA cage – but only after Paul sets his sights on Mike Tyson, UFC champ Alex Pereira and Fury. He said on his podcast: “I want Tyson, I want Alex Pereira, want Tommy Fury rematch and then I want to go for the cruiserweight belt. “But somewhere in there definitely MMA would be f***ing fun. I just need six months I think to do a proper camp.” Paul, 27, was initially due to face Tyson, 58, on July 20 but the boxing icon pulled out amid a health precaution. READ MORE IN BOXINGPerry, 32, instead stepped in and Paul’s controversial clash with Tyson has since been rescheduled to November 15. After defeating Paul in six rounds after three knockdowns, he called out UFC light-heavyweight champ Pereira, 37. The Brazilian ex-kickboxer posted on social media that he was considering a boxing switch after being encouraged by Anthony Joshua, 34. Fury, 25, meanwhile is the only to have beaten Paul, via split-decision in their February 2023 celebrity grudge match in Saudi Arabia. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe then beat Paul’s arch rival KSI, 31, in a disputed six-round decision in October but has not returned since after having hand surgery. American Paul will fly out to Paris to support the USA Olympic boxing team before starting preparations for his fight against Iron Mike Tyson. Jake Paul is going to Paris Olympics after bursting onto boxing scene with just one defeat on pro record More

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      Premier League winner and ex-Cristiano Ronaldo team-mate in shock talks for debut boxing fight

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      MISFITS BOXING are in talks with a Premier League title winner and former team-mate of Cristiano Ronaldo over a shock fight.YouTuber-turned-boxer KSI and music mogul Mams Taylor co-founded the platform as a home to celeb-style crossover bouts.Patrice Evra, Cristiano Ronaldo, Danny Simpson and Paul Scholes celebrate in 2007Credit: GettyAnd promoter Taylor has talked up the possibility of welcoming footballers into the Misfits scene.Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney admitted he was even in talks to do so – before turning it down to focus on management. But SunSport understands Danny Simpson – who played with Rooney and Ronaldo at United – is negotiating a fight with Misfits. Simpson, 37, is eager to cross over to the ring despite never actually announcing his retirement from football. READ MORE IN boxing As of last year, he was training with non-league Macclesfield while also returning to United to work on his coaching badges. He is a regular on MUTV having come through their academy before spending four years there as a professional between 2006–2010.In that period under the great Sir Alex Ferguson, the full-back only made eight appearances and spent time out on loan.But Simpson was part of the famous Leicester side that beat 5,000-1 odds to win the Premier League title in 2016.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe defender was playing for Bristol City until his contract was ripped up by mutual consent in March 2022. Misfits have had stars from the social media, MMA and boxing world compete on their shows. I walked away from pro MMA career to become Conor McGregor’s photographer… now he’s helping me make Misfits Boxing debutAnd Simpson would not be the first to trade the pitch for the ring.Curtis Woodhouse played in the Prem but switched to boxing in 2006 despite having no amateur background. He had 31 pro bouts – even winning the English and British light-welterweight titles – while playing football part-time. Woodhouse’s last fight was in 2017 beating renowned and celebrated journeyman Lewis van Poetsch. Leon McKenzie was another to have played in the English top-flight for the likes of Crystal Palace and Norwich. McKenzie is the son of British and European title holder Clinton and nephew of three-time world champ Duke.So after his playing days stopped in 2013, he also moved into boxing making his super-middleweight debut that year. McKenzie amassed a record of eight wins, two losses and one draw before hanging up the gloves in 2017 aged 39. Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing currently have former Accrington Stanley midfielder Paddy Lacey signed. Lacey still plays for Welsh top-tier side Flint Town United but is 10-0 as a middleweight boxer. Despite the successful switches – it does not work out for everyone.Rio Ferdinand infamously tried to turn pro aged 39 but was denied a British Boxing Board of Control licence in 2018.Ferdinand’s former team-mates Wes Brown and Simpson both train at the same Punchline Boxing Gym in Macclesfield. READ MORE SUN STORIESSimpson has been in boxing training as far back as 2020 with an eye now on a debut bout.The player’s reps and Misfits Boxing have been contacted for comment. Danny Simpson in the boxing gym training More

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      Jake Paul is going to Paris Olympics after bursting onto boxing scene with just one defeat on pro record

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      JAKE PAUL is going to the 2024 Paris Olympics. The YouTuber-turned-prizefighter moved to 10-1 with victory over ex-UFC star and bare-knuckle boxer Mike Perry in Florida.Jake Paul is going to the 2024 Paris OlympicsCredit: YouTubeAnd he is now preparing to link up with Team USA’s boxing squad in the French capital – but not to compete. Paul, 27, is instead an honorary coach tasked with raising the profile of the gold medal hopefuls. He is also using his experience on the big stage to help the boxers deal with the pressures of the Games. Paul said on brother Logan’s podcast: “I’m bringing in meditation and them being prepared for the big moment and being there for them to support them in any way possible.READ MORE ON OLYMPICS”I don’t know how much help it’s going to be, I’m sure they’re going to do fine with or without me.”But also to try to bring eyeballs. We’re dropping a documentary on my entire week with them and the whole programme that’s going on there.”Paul even explored the idea of competing in Paris himself only to miss the deadline – with an eye now on the 2028 Games in Los Angeles.He said: “We tried. I missed the cutoff. When we came up with the idea we were like three weeks late.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I can do it in LA. I think I might. I feel like it would be sick. I’d get gold medal, bro…”It’s a travesty. We missed the cutoff by about three weeks but if I could’ve gone to one qualifying tournament then it would’ve worked out.Jake Paul calls out Mike Tyson and UFC champion Alex Pereira after KOing Mike Perry”It would be hilarious. Become cruiserweight world champion and then get rid of my professional licence and become amateur, win a gold medal in 2028.”Paul spent a week with the USA boxing squad in Colorado before his last fight and will now jet off to France to link back up with them. He will then focus on his controversial clash against Mike Tyson, 58, which has been rescheduled to November 15 in Texas.Jake Paul is 10-1 in his pro boxing careerCredit: Getty More