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    Mike Tyson told biting Jake Paul’s EAR OFF would be ‘legendary’ by former world champion

    CARL FROCH has urged Mike Tyson to replicate his infamous ear bite on Jake Paul claiming: “That would be legendary.”The heavyweight boxing icon faces the YouTuber-turned-boxer on November 15 in Texas. Mike Tyson infamously bit Evander Holyfield’s ear in 1997Credit: AFPJake Paul faces Tyson on November 15Credit: GettyFroch has scrutinised the bout due to the 30-year age gap between them.But he would be a happy viewer if Tyson rolled back the clock and performed the same bite that landed him in hot water in 1997. Froch told Best Anonymous Casinos: “Mike Tyson is a bit of a livewire and you can only frustrate him for so long before he does something about it.”I felt like biting Andre Ward’s ear off, I gave it a little nibble I apologised after the fight because I was so frustrated, but I would’ve never ripped it out or taken a chunk out like Tyson did because I’m not a lunatic. I was like; ‘Stop holding me’, because you can’t do anything.READ MORE IN BOXING”I was like; ‘Stop holding me’, because you can’t do anything. So I get where Tyson’s coming from it’s just instinctive. “If Tyson bites Jake Paul’s ear off that would be legendary.”Tyson was banned from boxing for 15 months and handed a $3million for sinking his teeth into Holyfield’s ear. The two later made up but Iron Mike would never hold heavyweight gold again before his retirement in 2005. Most read in BoxingCredit: The SunCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut Tyson did return in 2020 for an eight-round exhibition with Roy Jones Jr which ended in a draw. It was the last time he was in the ring meanwhile Paul is 9-1 as a boxer. Jake Paul and Mike Tyson showcase their jacked physiques ahead of insane body transformations Tyson was forced to pull out of his initial July 20 fight date with Paul after suffering an ulcer flare up when flying from Miami to Los Angeles. He was advised to take a break from training and as a result, the controversial clash faces a four-month delay. Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: Getty More

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    KSI slams ‘awful and boring’ Soccer Aid and calls for drastic format change

    KSI slammed the “awful and boring” Soccer Aid and called for a drastic format change.The YouTuber-turned-boxer watched as familiar faces played in this year’s game including friend Simon “Miniminter” Minter.KSI slammed the ‘awful and boring’ Soccer Aid 2024 matchCredit: AlamyFormer boxing opponent Tommy Fury, 25, also played as was mocked for his underarm throw in during the match.The likes of Eden Hazard, Patrice Evra, Michael Essien and Roberto Carlos featured at Stamford Bridge. But despite raising a sensational £15million for Unicef, KSI believes improvements can be made in the match. He posted on X: “I’m very glad Soccer Aid raised a lot of money today. Always brings a smile to my face every year.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”However as football match, that was an awful and boring watch. “It was literally ex pros just passing amongst themselves, dribbling past people and shooting from anywhere constantly lol. “Would much rather it just be influencers and entertainers play. “Would make the game a lot closer too and more enjoyable to watch as a viewer.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”Just feel like you should give more game time to people who don’t normally get to play in front of these crowds, as a opposed to giving pros most of the minutes.” KSI has helped mastermind the yearly celebrity match between his content group The Sidemen against YouTube Allstars. Soccer Aid fans convinced Tommy Fury ‘has never watched football’ after boxer’s awkward blunder live on ITVLast year, it raised £2.4m and was played at a sellout 62,000 at West Ham’s London Stadium. Soccer Aid 2024 ended in a 6-3 win for England against World XI to end their five-year losing streak. Tommy Fury jostling with Sir Mo FarahCredit: PA More

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    Soccer Aid fans convinced Tommy Fury ‘has never watched football’ after boxer’s awkward blunder live on ITV

    INCREDULOUS viewers piled in with low blows on Tommy Fury after the boxer’s “absolutely mad” throw-in blunder at Soccer Aid.The former Love Islander bowled the ball in UNDER-ARM after coming on as sub for the Rest of the World XI in England’s 6-3 win.Boxing cruiserweight Tommy Fury was rated a lightweight when it comes to the rules of footballCredit: PASome fans even reckoned Tyson Fury’s younger brother had “never watched football”.Tommy, 25, held the ball above his head on the sideline as he assessed where to throw it during the huge charity match at Stamford Bridge.But he suddenly moved to below his waist and rolled it in.The ball was quickly hurled back for a team-mate to take the throw properly.Most read in FootballBut as sharp as that action was, it wasn’t fast enough to stop the ring conqueror of YouTube brothers Jake Paul and KSI being KO’d by fans.One posted: “Tommy Fury has just actually done an underarm throw in.. absolutely mad that he doesn’t know the rules of football.”Loads more viewers pointed out his mishap.And observations included: “Look at the state of this…” “I don’t know why he keeps getting invited back” and “What is he doing, I’m crying”.Most read in FootballSoccer Aid line-up 2024FANS can’t wait for Soccer Aid to kick off on Sunday, June 9, 2024.

    EURO 2024 FREE BETS AND OFFERSYet some supporters reckon the unbeaten cruiserweight made his standing WORSE worse with his very next action.Presented with a cross-shot opportunity on the corner of the box, Fury spectacularly air-kicked.Joe Cole scores opening goal at Soccer Aid 2024It was so bad it was almost good – as he missed the ball by so much with such an extravagant swing that it almost looked deliberate… almost!Watching scouts might have been… impressed.And coming as it did at Chelsea, one social media post joked: “Todd Boehly has just made a £60m bid for Tommy Fury. “PLAY DREAM TEAM EUROS NOW!The best fantasy football game for this summer’s tournament. More

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    KSI makes ‘take it or leave it’ offer to Jake Paul as he announces fight with two opponents on same night

    KSI has made a “take it or leave it” offer to Jake Paul as he returns to Misfits boxing.The YouTuber turned boxer is returning to the event for its second anniversary.KSI has made one last offer to fight Jake PaulPaul and KSI are long-time rivalsCredit: GettyKSI, 30, made the challenge to Paul on social media as he gave an update on his boxing career.He revealed that he had made an offer to Amir Khan but insisted that the former unified light-welterweight world championship was “slow” accepting.He then went on to talk about long-term rival Paul, following the American’s postponed fight with Mike Tyson.He said: “I see that he has rescheduled his fight with Mike Tyson.READ MORE ON SPORT”So now Mike will be even older when he fights.”Mike Tyson is a man who is in no condition to fight a 20-something-year-old at his age.”I mean, Jake Paul and Netflix want to do what they want, so all good. But today I will be making my final offer.”May 2025, it gives you all the time in the world to be ready and we can do it in America, just to make you that bit more happy.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”But that is that when it comes to giving you advantages.”I mean first of all we agreed to fight at 180lbs and then you decided to run away and fight Nate Diaz instead.The Sun’s Wally Downes Jr and Chisanga Malata discuss the rise of influencer boxing and Mike Tyson’s bout with Jake Paul”Then you came back and wanted a fight at 185lb and then decided 200lbs.”You know what Jake, I am tired of this bulls***, get off the cycle and lets make this work.”185lb is my final offer, take it or leave it.”In the video, KSI then admits that he has been told to have a warm-up fight in preparation for the bout.He revealed that he would be taking part in a tag-team two versus one fight.He said: “I will be fighting Slim and Anthony Taylor in a two v one handicap match.”Both of you against me, you have 24 hours to accept, let’s do this.”Fans were thrilled by the announcement as the flooded the comment section.One posted: “This is just crazy.”A second commented: “Let’s go!”A third wrote: “I actually rate this.”A fourth said: “This one seems really interesting icl.”Another added: “That’s mad… AT and slim, that’s fire.”Slim ‘The Hitman’ Albaher has already responded to the post.He replied: “2v1 lmao. I’d knock his lights out by myself.READ MORE SUN STORIES”If this is my only chance after chasing KSI for years, then I’m sorry AT you ain’t getting tagged. Let’s make it happen.”KSI has won five of his eight fights, his only loss came to Tommy Fury by unanimous decision in October 2023. More

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    Jake Paul warned ‘you can’t beat me’ as three-weight women’s boxing champion calls out YouTuber for fight

    JAKE PAUL has been challenged to a fight by Claressa Shields.The three-weight women’s boxing champion has called out the YouTuber turned fighter.Jake Paul has been challenged by Claressa ShieldsCredit: GettyShe believes that Paul would not be able to beat her in a fightCredit: Richard Pelham / The SunPaul, 27, recently saw his highly anticipated clash with Mike Tyson be postponed until November 5.The fight at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas was pushed back after Tyson suffered a health scare.Despite Paul trying to make the best of his boxing career, Shields has not been impressed by his skills in the ring.She believes that he would not be able to beat her in a fight and has challenged him to a “scrap”.READ MORE IN SPORTShields, 29, told TMZ Sports: “The offer is always up there if Jake Paul wanna scrap with me.”I don’t think that he’s that good of a boxer.”I’m never ever going to say or even feel that Jake Paul can beat me in a boxing match because he can’t.”It is not the first time Shields has called out Paul for a fight.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFour years ago, she claimed she would “whoop” his “ass” even if she weighed less than him.She said: “I, Claressa Shields, will whoop Jake Paul’s ass.Inside Mike Tyson’s Las Vegas mansion”He can come in the ring weighing 180 pounds, and I will come weighing 168, and I will beat the s*** out of him!”Shields is recognised as the best fighter women’s boxing has to offer.She has been on a winning streak since turning pro after claiming Gold medals at the London and Rio de Janeiro Olympic games.She has won titles across multiple weight categories and is aiming to progress further.She is set to fight for the WBC heavyweight championship against Vanessa Lepage-Joanisse on July 27.Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson’s lifestyles comparedONE is a notorious YouTuber-turned-boxer who has taken the sport by storm.
    The other terrorised all in the ring in the 1980s and 1990s, famously biting the ear off an opponent in one fight.
    Iron Mike has rebuilt his life after squandering a £300m fortune with a cannabis empire, and is a huge advocate of the drug.
    And as Paul has continued to rise up the ranks, he has splashed the cash on a fleet of amazing cars.
    Whereas Tyson had more money than sense until a £15m debt saw him part with his cherished car collection.
    Paul now lives in a plush mansion worth £13m in Puerto Rico, after escaping his hectic life in LA.
    But these days, Tyson lounges in his Vegas property he paid £2.5m for with wife Lakiha, who he married in 2009.
    Paul is not yet married but is smitten with his speed skater girlfriend  Jutta Leerdam.
    She will be by his side when her man puts his 9-1 boxing record on the line against two-time heavyweight champ Tyson on July 20.
    Read more: Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson’s lifestyles compared, from The Problem Child’s £13m mansion to Iron Mike’s huge cannabis empire. More

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    Jake Paul to surpass WWE legend Brock Lesnar for ‘largest MMA debut of all time’ with more boxing stars to make switch

    JAKE PAUL has been tipped to surpass Brock Lesnar for the “largest MMA debut of all time”. The YouTube sensation has dedicated the last five years of his life to becoming a professional boxer and currently has a record of 9-1. Jake Paul is set to make his MMA debut with the PFLCredit: Professional Fighters LeagueBrock Lesnar crossed over from the WWE to UFCCredit: 2010 Josh Hedges/Zuffa LLCBut last year he signed to the Professional Fighters League to make his anticipated MMA debut. PFL CEO Peter Murray insisted Paul’s first MMA fight – set for 2025 – will be the biggest debut bout of all time to top Lesnar’s in 2007. Murray told SunSport: “When Jake Paul debuts in MMA and the possibility next year it will be the largest MMA debut ever, a massive global mega event. “And you’ve heard directly from Jake, he’s taking the sport seriously while he continues to compete at the highest level in boxing and blows people’s minds. READ MORE IN MMA“He’s doing it his way which is incredible to watch and he really is as a point of view as a fighters’ first, not only thinking about his own career but other careers within his camp and world. “He’s supportive of the PFL’s fighters first mission but when he debuts it will be against a big name in MMA and there are a number of athletes who are putting their names out there. “There’s a list and it’s growing. So we will be sharing more details at the appropriate time.” Lesnar made his UFC debut only a year after first crossing over to the cage from the WWE. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe won the UFC heavyweight title in 2008 following just four fights but retired in 2011 after losing to Alistair Overeem. Lesnar, 46, did return in 2016 to beat Mark Hunt but it was later overturned to a no-contest amid a doping scandal. Logan Paul offers to replace Mike Tyson in Jake Paul fight and loser ‘has to change their last namePaul, 27, meanwhile is set to make his boxing return against Mike Tyson, 57, but the July 20 date has been postponed after the boxing legend suffered a health scare. It also threatens to delay Paul’s debut in MMA and the PFL. PFL already have women’s boxing champs Claressa Shields, Savannah Marshall and Amanda Serrano on their books. Shields is 2-1 in MMA while Serrano is yet to debut for the PFL but does already have two wins and one draw in the cage. Marshall meanwhile debuts this Saturday in Newcastle in a PFL Europe bout against Mirela Vargas. The boxing world champion is being lined up for a MMA rematch after losing to Shields in their undisputed title fight in 2022. And Murray hopes the trio of women’s boxing stars signed to their roster will encourage more to make the same switch. He said: “We have Amanda Serrano, champion and she’s an incredible boxer obviously, highest level and she has history in MMA. “We signed her and we’re looking forward to Amanda getting back in the cage. READ MORE SUN STORIES“But again, with Claressa, Savannah, Amanda, the greatest women in boxing today turning to MMA to the PFL to take on this sport, I think it’s incredibly bold and very exciting to watch. “I think these women are going to pave the way for men in combat sports, in particular boxers, to come into MMA.”  More

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    ‘Looks familiar…’ – KSI reveals big issue with Lionel Messi’s new hydration drink as fans call for ‘easiest lawsuit’

    KSI fans reckon Lionel Messi could be on the receiving end of a lawsuit after discovering his hydration drink.The global superstar announced the imminent release of his Mas+ hydration drink earlier this week.Lionel Messi has launched his own brand of hydration drinkCredit: AFPThe footie superstar’s drink – Mas+ – will be available around the world later this monthCredit: MAS+The packaging bears a striking resemblance to that used by PrimePrime co-founder KSI couldn’t help but notice the similarityFilled with electrolytes, vitamins and minerals, Mas+ is engineered to provide customers with positive hydration.Photos of the drink’s packaging, as with everything Messi is associated with, went viral.And people couldn’t help but notice the brightly coloured bottles bear a striking resemblance to those used by the hit sports drink Prime.It didn’t take long for the similarity to come to the attention of Prime co-founder KSI, who responded with a blunt comment.READ MOREE IN FOOTBALLThe YouTuber-turned-boxer wrote on X: “Looks familiar…”KSI’s followers were quick to respond, with one saying: “Very much familiar hmmm.”Another said: “Easiest lawsuit.”And another said: “Word for word. Bar for bar lmfaoooo.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSPrime drinks sold like hot cakes upon their initial releaseCredit: GettyOne remarked: “Talk about recycling.”Another chimed in: “Messi stealing from people. Nothing new there.”Pique reveals he and Lionel Messi were lined up for double transfer to Premier League giants before Man Utd swoopedDespite the remarkable resemblance to Prime, Mas+ will be available around the world from June 14.Ahead of its launch, Messi said: “Hydration is essential to overall wellbeing.”I believe everyone deserves a drink with amazing ingredients and taste,” Messi said in a press release Tuesday.“Mas+ is a drink I’m proud to share with family and friends. Because everyone deserves to feel like a champion in every part of their life.Messi and his team had close to 450 different names to choose from for the eagerly-anticipated product.But after much deliberation, they settled on Mas – which means more in Spanish – and decided to add a plus sign for an extra boost of inspiration.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe said: “This name captures what my life and career have always been about: Más means more.”I believe we can always give a bit more, and I’ve achieved more than I thought was possible by thinking positively.” More

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    Jake Paul teases new dates for Mike Tyson fight after boxing legend’s medical emergency postpones Netflix bout

    JAKE PAUL has teased potential new dates for his clash with Mike Tyson.The YouTube sensation was set to throw down with the former undisputed heavyweight champion in a Texas tussle next month.Jake Paul was set to throw down with boxing legend Mike Tyson next monthCredit: GETTYBut their controversial clash was postponed after Tyson suffered a medical emergencyCredit: GETTY’Problem Child’ Paul has seemingly revealed potential new dates for the fightCredit: GETTYBut their controversial clash was POSTPONED late last month after ‘Iron Mike’ suffered a medical emergency on a flight from Miami to Los Angeles.Promoters have yet to release a new date for the fight, although Paul has seemingly suggested the bout may be shifted to the autumn.He wrote on X: “I just gave KSI and his forehead the opportunity again for July. He said he’s fighting in August.”Cool. I’m fighting in October/November.READ MORE ON TYSON VS PAUL”February it is, 200 lbs, MSG, NYC. Get it done @MostVpromotions.”It’s unclear if Paul’s plan to fight in October or November involves boxing icon Tyson.But ‘The Problem Child’ has seemingly suggested the proposed fall fisticuffs were Tyson’s idea.Reflecting on the postponement of the bout, the 27-year-old said: “Obviously, devastating news. Most read in Boxing”I’m heartbroken, speechless, gutted. You [Tyson] said you wanna do this in Q4, I’m ready. BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSCredit: The Sun”You just need a little bit of time, so I’m ready whenever you are.”This is too big of an opportunity and I think this fight is going to change the world and I turn all my Ls into Ws and that’s a motto I live by.Logan Paul offers to replace Mike Tyson in Jake Paul fight and loser ‘has to change their last name”We’ve been working so hard over here in this camp. “I just feel bad for everyone involved in this event, the undercard. The opportunity has been ripped from all of us.”Despite his recent health scare, Tyson, 57, believes he’s in tip-top condition.He said: “My body is in better overall shape than it has been since the 1990s and I will be back to my full training schedule soon.”Jake Paul, this may have bought you some time, but in the end you will still be knocked out and out of boxing for good.”I appreciate everyone’s patience and can’t wait to deliver an unforgettable performance.” More