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    Tommy Fury in talks to fight 54-year-old with boxing legend lined up to be next opponent, reveals dad John

    TOMMY FURY is in talks with a boxing legend for his next fight, his dad John said. The ex-Love Islander beat YouTube stars Jake Paul, 26, and KSI, 30, in 2023 to become king of the crossover scene.
    Tommy Fury is in talks with a boxing legend for his next fightCredit: Getty
    And two weeks after his controversial win over KSI, the 23-year-old took a trip to Saudi Arabia in support of his brother Tyson.
    Days before Tyson also contentiously beat ex-UFC champion Francis Ngannou, Tommy struck a deal to face American great Roy Jones Jr.
    And now his dad John revealed talks with the 54-year-old icon are underway.
    He told The Express, via Free Bets UK: “We’re speaking to Roy Jones Jr; we can do something with him.
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    “I’m giving it some thought at the time of speaking. Roy Jones Jr is a great guy. He’s a lovely fella, a standup man and a hall-of-fame great.”
    John added: “Maybe it is an exhibition or something, whatever he wants to do.
    “We’ve not really spoken in great detail, but he did say over in Saudi ‘Let’s do something’ and we’re all ears.
    “We just need to sit down and see what is best for Tommy and Roy Jones Jr.”
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    Jones is considered one of the best of all time, reigning over FOUR divisions including heavyweight.
    But he boxed well into his 50s and in 2020 welcomed back Mike Tyson for an exhibition.
    Jones again made a return this April against MMA veteran Anthony Pettis, losing on points.
    And he has also confirmed the negotiations to face Tommy, telling Betway: “There is truth to that, we spoke in Saudi Arabia because of the fact that John Fury was with Tyson ahead of his fight.
    “Me and the Fury family, we have a lot of history. I was one of the people who told Tyson five or six years back that he could come back and beat all of them and that’s what he has done.
    “To be in the ring with somebody from the social media era and have a big fight with Tommy Fury, I may not be who I was but to be in with against someone from the YouTube era, it’s a different type of thing and can captivate the audience. I think it’s a good thing.”
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    Arsenal twerk queen Wag goes topless and wiggles bum in sexy dance routine as fans say ‘you’re mesmerizing’

    ARSENAL defender Jakub Kiwior’s stunning wife showed off a new dance routine which left fans mesmerized.Claudia Kowalczyk, known as Claudia Redheaded Babe on Instagram, is well known for her dancing performances on social media.
    Claudia Kowalczyk wowed fans with a recent postCredit: Instagram @claudia.redheaded_babe
    She twerked toplessCredit: Instagram @claudia.redheaded_babe
    Claudia uploaded the video to InstagramCredit: Instagram @claudia.redheaded_babe
    She has nearly 80k followers on the platformCredit: Instagram @claudia.redheaded_babe
    Claudia, 30, has wowed her fans again with her new video.
    She posted a clip of her twerking while topless as she faced away from the camera.
    Alongside the video, she wrote: “Dance has many forms. Sometimes I can be bad Claudia, and sometimes I can lock myself in a room and flow.
    “This is just a message, a form that I want to show.
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    “I can always be delicate, but that doesn’t mean I am like that(or I am, You never know)
    “An art in which I can show real or imaginary emotions. Dance is beautiful.”
    Her 79.2k followers loved the video as they flocked to the comment section.
    One pined: “You may dance like no one’s watching, but everyone’s watching because you’re mesmerizing.”
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    She is dating Arsenal star Jakub KiwiorCredit: Instagram @claudia.redheaded_babe
    She is known for her Twerking skillsCredit: Instagram @claudia.redheaded_babe
    A second wrote: “Beautiful.”
    A third said: “Niceeeee.”
    A fourth added: “Very amazing dance.”
    Partner Kiwior even commented: “The best one ❤️.”
    She is known as Claudia Redheaded on social mediaCredit: Instagram @claudia.redheaded_babe
    She often leaves fans mesmerizedCredit: Instagram @claudia.redheaded_babe
    Kiwior, 23, joined Arsenal from Spezia in a deal in the region of £20million in January.
    It is not the first time Claudia has impressed her fans, previously she wowed them in a bikini.
    Claudia also runs her own YouTube channel on which she uploads instructional videos to help people learn to twerk.
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    MMA fans in stitches as Jake Paul puts on gloves to watch fights before calling out Nate Diaz to rematch

    JAKE PAUL had fans in stitches after putting on a pair of MMA gloves while watching and commentating on fights. The YouTuber-turned boxer featured in the live broadcast of the Professional Fighters League final.
    Jake Paul commentating on Larissa Pacheco’s win over Marina Mokhnatkina
    And he was being interviewed while reigning PFL champion Larissa Pacheco beat Marina Mokhnatkina for the featherweight title.
    But out of nowhere Paul – talking from his £13million Puerto Rico mansion – whacked on a pair of gloves to commentate on the bout.
    It left fans hilariously confused as one said: “Why the f*** is Jake Paul wearing his gloves on stream.”
    Another added: “Jake Paul putting on his PFL gloves whilst watching the fight has big shadow boxing in front of the mirror during the ad breaks energy.”
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    One said: “As much as I don’t like Jake Paul he is really smart for putting on the pfl gloves during his interview.”
    Paul this year signed with the PFL, a rival promotion to the UFC.
    The promotion consists of qualification and knockout stages.
    Stars have two regular season bouts where points are earned per method of victory with the top four in each division progressing.
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    From there it is win-or-go-home, culminating in a series of finale fights where a title belt and $1million prize cheque is on the line.
    But the PFL are next year launching a “super-fight” series – away from the season – which will play host to Paul’s MMA debut.
    The American is coming off an August win over ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 38, and he offered to rematch in MMA.
    But Paul, 26, claims Diaz, 38, has turned down a £10million offer to fight in the cage and took another swipe at his rival.
    He said: “He didn’t want all that smoke. He’s making excuses.”
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    Jake Paul reveals he could LOSE money on next boxing fight against Andre August

    JAKE PAUL admits he could LOSE money when he fights Andre August.The YouTuber-turned-fighter will go toe-to-toe with the professional boxer on December 15.
    Jake Paul has revealed he could lose money when he fights Andre AugustCredit: Reuters
    Paul faces August on December 15Credit: Instagram @silverback_bmg
    The bout will air live on DAZN but poor ticket sales means Paul risks making a loss on the fight.
    However, he is not concerned as he is keen to take on August to build his experience as a wannabe professional.
    Up until now Paul, 26, has fought mostly retired MMA stars or fellow YouTubers, suggesting he has always had a big day.
    But he now appears to be satisfied financially, so is willing to forego money in return for fighting an actual pro boxer.
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    He told TMZ Sports: “100 per cent I’m foregoing a lot of money. This is probably a break even fight for me I probably won’t even make money on it.
    “It’s not about the money it’s really about staying sharp and the experience of challenging myself in the ring with these guys – he’s a beast.”
    Paul claims he has “lost count” of how much he is worth, with Forbes estimating he has a fortune of £31.4million.
    He claimed to have made close to £24m for his fight with Tommy Fury earlier this year – which was the first time he tasted defeat in the ring.
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    Prior to that Paul revealed he made £30m from three fights in 2021 against Ben Askren and Tyron Woodley, who he beat twice.
    Paul is also keen to pursue an MMA career and is hoping for his first fight to take place by the end of 2024. More

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    Jake Paul called out to two-fight MMA and boxing deal by Derek Brunson after leaving UFC for PFL

    JAKE PAUL has been called out to a two-fight MMA and boxing deal by Derek Brunson. Paul is set to make his debut in the cage next year after signing with the Professional Fighters League, a rival to the UFC.
    Derek Brunson has left the UFC for the PFLCredit: @DerekBrunson
    Jake Paul is set to make his MMA debut with the PFL
    And Brunson also left the UFC after over a decade of service to sign with the PFL, which operates in a win-or-go-home seasonal format.
    When Paul announced his boxing return for December 15 Brunson was an early bookies’ favourite to be the opponent.
    Instead, little-known 10-1-1 pro boxer Andre August, 35, was confirmed as the YouTuber-turned boxer’s shock next fight.
    But Brunson is leaving the door open to settling the score with Paul now the pair are both under the PFL banner.
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    He told SunSport: “Jake Paul is now with the PFL, we’ve got a bit of history. 
    “He asked Dana to fight me a couple years ago, so that’s a possibility. People saw me going over to the PFL and thought the timetable was there and it was perfect. 
    “Like I say, in the past me and Jake had discussions for a boxing match but I was under contract with the UFC. But things may align now.” 
    Paul, 26, was beaten for the first time in February, losing a split-decision to Tommy Fury, 24, in Saudi Arabia.
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    But he bounced back in August with a ten-round points win over ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 38.
    Paul proposed a double header with the return bout in MMA and offered Diaz over £10million to do so.
    And despite the deal being rejected, Brunson, 39, is ready for a similar two-bout deal.
    He said: “Yeah, I’d be open to that. I love challenging myself, so definitely I’d be up for that.” 
    Brunson makes his PFL debut on Friday in Washington DC against former PFL champion Ray Cooper, 30.
    It could set him up to enter the PFL’s season next year, where stars compete in a four-stage knockout format where $1m is up for grabs.
    Brunson said: “I wanted something new, something to excite me, something to make me want to train really hard.
    “I’d been in the UFC for so long and I felt it was the time to change and the PFL came about and now here we are. 
    “You’re not going to go out there and just lay down, that’s just silly but just being able to have a fresh start, new fighters, the $1million tournament, I can just start over.
    “I can control my own destiny and that was a really big thing for me.” 
    Derek Brunson, right, was in the UFC for over a decadeCredit: Getty More

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    Jake Paul vs Andre August: Date, fight start time, TV channel, live stream and FULL card as Problem Child returns

    JAKE PAUL will return to the ring to face American professional boxer Andre August in Orlando next month.The Problem Child has been out of action since he beat UFC legend Nate Diaz in Dallas back in August.
    Jake Paul will face Andre August on December 15thCredit: Instagram / jakepaul
    Paul won by unanimous decision despite being rocked by a number of punches from the 38-year-old.
    His next opponent, August, boasts an impressive CV with a 10-1-1 (5 KOs) pro record, with his latest triumph coming against Brandon Martin by unanimous decision.
    The fight between Paul and August will reportedly take place at cruiserweight and consist of eight rounds.
    When is Jake Paul vs Andre August?

    Jake Paul vs Andre August will take place on Friday, December 15.
    The card is set to start at 1am GMT/ 8pm ET.
    Ring-walks for the main event will be at approximately 4am GMT/ 11pm ET.
    The Caribe Royale Resort in Orlando, Flordia will host.

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    What TV channel is Jake Paul vs Andre August on and can it be live streamed?

    Jake Paul vs Andre August will be broadcast LIVE on DAZN in the UK and USA.
    In the UK, 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.
    In the US, you can purchase a DAZN monthly subscription for $24.99 a month or $224.99 a year.
    DAZN also provide an option for $19.99 per month, but you will be locked into a 12-month contract.

    Full card
    Here are all the confirmed fights set to take place on the undercard so far:

    MAIN EVENT: Jake Paul vs. Andre August; Cruiserweight
    Shadasia Green vs. Franchon Crews Dezurn; For the vacant WBC super-middleweight women’s title
    Yoenis Tellez vs. TBA; Light middleweight
    Elijah Flores vs. TBA; Welterweight
    Xavier Bocanegra vs. TBA; Featherweight

    What’s been said?
    Jake Paul has spoken about his upcoming fight with Andre August, he said: “I’m a professional boxer and I want to be world champion, so I need to pursue the path towards greatness against people who have been boxing their whole life,” Paul said.
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    “So far, my entire boxing career has been on pay-per-view, but now it’s about more than business. Now I want to build my experience in the ring against seasoned fighters.
    “I’m coming to prove my greatness on Friday, Dec. 15 live on DAZN for the world to see.”
    Andre August has also shared his thoughts about the upcoming bout, he said: “I don’t talk very much. I’m all about that action,” August said.
    “Jake Paul has the money, the fame, the team and the resources, but he doesn’t have my hunger.
    “When that bell rings, I am going to go straight to Jake Paul and ring his bell and send him back to YouTube for good.” More

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    Jake Paul says shock fight with boxing legend is ‘closer’ than people think as he names dream opponent

    JAKE PAUL said his dream fight against one of boxing’s biggest superstars is “closer” than people think. The YouTuber-turned boxer suffered defeat for the first time in February, losing a split-decision to Tommy Fury in Saudi Arabia.
    Jake Paul has his eyes on fighting one of boxing’s bestCredit: Reuters
    But he bounced back with victory over MMA veteran Nate Diaz, 38, over ten rounds in August.
    Now, Paul returns on December 15 against little-known professional boxer Andre August, who holds a record of 10-1-1.
    The American insisted the bout marks the start of his ambitious road to challenging for a world title.
    And also in his vision is four-division champion Canelo Alvarez, 33, who Paul, 26, believes he is closing in on an unlikely bout with.
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    He said on The MMA Hour: “Canelo has shown and said in interviews, he’s expressed interest in it. So, I think we’re closer than we think.
    “And it’s bizarre to even be saying that now when like three years or two years ago saying that, I believed it from day one but everyone else was like, ‘Who the f*** is this kid? Shut this kid up.’
    “But now, it’s like pretty real.”
    Canelo has spoken out to confirm a fight with Paul is something he would consider once his career at the top of boxing is over.
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    He said on The Breakfast Club: “Yeah maybe, but not right now.
    “For me, not right now because I’m chasing other things in my career but you never know, maybe later.”
    Paul believes fighting boxers such as Fury, 24, and August, 35, will help him build towards a bout with Canelo.
    And he admitted the Mexican has overtaken UFC icon Conor McGregor, 34, as his “dream” opponent.
    Paul said: “Yeah for sure, it definitely has. I think the path that I’m on now tees me up in the future to fight Canelo.
    “It’s even showing him that I can go ten or 12 rounds with you and I’ve done that with real legitimate pro boxers and beat them.
    “So when I beat these guys in the year or two to come and continue to raise the level of competition, I think me versus Canelo becomes a really interesting fight.”
    Canelo Alvarez beat Jermell Charlo in his last fightCredit: Getty More

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    Jake Paul reveals when he will make anticipated MMA debut and slams Nate Diaz for rejecting $10m rematch

    JAKE PAUL is closing in on his anticipated MMA debut – but he slammed Nate Diaz for turning down a $10million rematch. The YouTuber-turned boxer this year signed for the Professional Fighters League, a competing promotion to the UFC.
    Jake Paul is set to debut in MMA with the PFLCredit: PFL
    Nate Diaz has been called out for a rematch in MMA by Jake PaulCredit: Getty
    Paul, 26, is coming off the back of a ten-round points win over ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 38, in August.
    And both the American and the PFL have proposed a rematch in the cage.
    But Diaz has so far seemed uninterested and instead wants a return in the boxing ring – claiming a deal was even agreed.
    Paul has spoken out to deny this and insisted the rematch must take place in MMA – where he is set to debut in late 2024.
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    He told MMA Junkie: “I don’t know, I think they’re just begging. Pretty desperate, I guess.
    “Wanting to make money but not actually wanting to make things happen.
    “We’re ready, MMA, end of 2024, $10million (£8m), which is more than he’s ever made for an MMA fight – ever.
    “He’s sitting there asking for more money basically drunk tweeting random s*** and random fight posters, making himself look like a fool.
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    “I just can’t comprehend what they’re trying to do or what they’re saying, but this is the fight game.
    “Everyone says they want to do things, everyone calls people out, everyone blah, blah, blah, but no one actually makes s*** happen.
    “And that’s what I’ve looked to change in this sport and to just provide transparency to my audience about what’s actually going on with these negotiations and not being afraid to fight anyone anywhere, anytime, any place.”
    Paul returns on Friday, December 15 against 10-1-1 pro boxer Andre August, 35, but his PFL debut remains in the pipeline.
    He said: “Yeah, 100 per cent.
    “I’m going to start throwing knees and kicks and getting back to my Ohio Wrestling roots, shooting takedowns.
    “I truly believe that he knows it would be a really tough fight for him, and I think that’s the thing for him where he’s like, ‘Damn, do I risk my whole MMA reputation by giving this kid a chance here?’”
    Jake Paul beat Nate Diaz over ten roundsCredit: Reuters More