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Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury seem destined and bound to face each other in 2025

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Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury, two heavyweights who are currently on a losing streak and have never been more in need of each other and, as a result, have never been closer to sharing a ring.

For Joshua, in particular, there is now a willingness, closer to acceptance or resignation, to take risks in ways that he might have resisted when he was unbeaten or closer to the top of the heavyweight division

Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua bout unlikely to happen, says promoter Warren | CNN

Speaking this week in Lagos, Nigeria, where he visited President Bola Tinubu, Joshua said of a possible fight with Fury: “We’ll see if we get in the ring. Only God knows, but for me, we’ll see in the future“.

Much more revealing was what Joshua said when he spoke to State House Correspondents about the importance of making the right moves in 2025 and regaining everything he lost in 2024. “Time is of the essence, time is limited,” he said. “So I just want to work harder.

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Controversy erupts: Was the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson bout a well-planned money grab?

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The Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson showdown on November 15, 2024, at AT&T Stadium was an event of epic proportions. With over 108 million viewers tuning in on television and 72,000 fans witnessing it live, the fight broke the gate record for boxing or MMA events outside Las Vegas. However, despite its massive success, the eight-round special rules bout ended in controversy, sparking skepticism about its authenticity.

Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul: What's behind the celebrity boxing craze? | Boxing News | Al Jazeera

Jake Paul secured a unanimous victory over the legendary Mike Tyson, but whispers of match-fixing quickly began circulating. In response, Paul’s team released a statement denying the allegations, yet the rumors persist.

Tony Yayo, the rapper formerly of G-Unit, shared his thoughts on the fight during an interview with DJ Vlad. When asked who he bet on, Yayo confidently replied, “Mike Tyson,” but admitted he was left baffled by the outcome.

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Floyd Mayweather might face a big influencer in 2025, and it’s not Jake Paul

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This year could mark the return of Floyd Mayweather to the boxing ring. The American boxer is reportedly set to have a bout in the upcoming months, and now a huge influencer—not Jake Paul—could be selected as his next opponent.

For many analysts, there has never been a boxer as dominant as Floyd Mayweather. The American pugilist claimed multiple titles across various divisions, defeating some of the industry’s best fighters during their peak.

Floyd Mayweather vs. Logan Paul is boxing's latest farce

Although he retired eight years ago, ‘Money’ has stayed closely connected to the sport. Now, Mayweather might make another comeback, this time to face one of the most prominent influencers in the world.

A few years ago, influencers began venturing into boxing to create content about their training and preparation for fights. Among them, Jake Paul has gained significant attention as he strives to become a top-tier professional boxer.

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Tyson Fury gives career update after second Oleksandr Usyk loss

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Fury fell short in his attempt to reverse the sole loss on his professional record when he was beaten on points against Usyk in Riyadh last month, seven months after suffering the same outcome to the masterful Ukrainian.

Some prominent figures have called for ‘The Gypsy King’ to hang up his gloves once and for all, although he refused to comment on his future in the immediate aftermath of his defeat.

Tyson Fury v Oleksandr Usyk 2 - World Choice Sports

The 36-year-old took a near three-year absence after dethroning Wladimir Klitschko in 2015, battling depression and addiction and retired after defending his then-WBC heavyweight world title with victory over Dillian Whyte at Wembley Stadium in April 2022, only to return eight months later.

According to The Sun, Fury has told close friends that he has no plans to leave the sport, insisting “It’s not over.”

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Mike Tyson’s retirement statements as family chat held after Jake Paul defeat

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Mike Tyson looks to be retired from the sport of professional boxing, even if he hasn’t directly announced that he won’t return to the ring.

At 58, ‘Iron’ Mike has very little reason to return to the combat sports arena in a professional capacity. He’s achieved almost everything on offer in the world of boxing, lifting numerous world titles at heavyweight, enjoying an abundance of high-profile super fights, and making history in the first-ever Netflix-streamed event back in November.

Who will win Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul on Netflix? | Vox

He initially hung up his gloves up following a 2005 loss to Kevin McBride, a bout in which he refused to continue with during the sixth round. Speaking after the loss, Tyson explained: “I don’t think I have it anymore because I’ve got the ability to stay in shape, but I don’t got the fighting guts I don’t think any more.”

He added: “I’m just sorry that I let everybody down, I just don’t have this in my heart any more,” before adding that he was fighting to “take care of bills”. When asked if fans would see him fighting again, he added: “Yeah, most likely I’m not going to fight again. I’m not going to disrespect this sport by losing to this calibre of fighter.”

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Tyson Fury falls down world heavyweight rankings after second Oleksandr Usyk defeat

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Tyson Fury has dropped two places in the WBO heavyweight rankings after losing to Oleksandr Usyk for a second time last month.

The Brit, 36, headed into his rematch with Usyk in Saudi Arabia just before Christmas at the top of the WBO’s rankings. But his failure to overcome the Ukrainian has seen him drop down to third in the pecking order.Oleksandr Usyk's promoter says undisputed heavyweight world championship title fight with Tyson Fury will happen on December 23 | Boxing News | Sky Sports

While Fury has dropped on the WBO list, he is still No.1 with the WBC. He isn’t ranked at all with the WBA, though, as he ponders his next move following a second career defeat.

Fury and his team, including promoter Frank Warren, were furious after Usyk was given the win on points.
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2025: I’m targeting Tyson Fury, says Anthony Joshua

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Nigerian born British professional boxer, Anthony Joshua says his target in 2025 is to beat Tyson Fury and become a three-time world heavyweight champion.

Joshua spoke with State House Correspondents after a visit to President Bola Tinubu on Wednesday in Lagos.

Tyson Fury reveals wife Paris suffered miscarriage a day before his fight with Oleksandr Usyk in May | Boxing News | Sky Sports

On his chances of beating Fury, he said: “We’ll see, let’s get in the ring. Only God knows, but for me, we’ll see in the future.”

The boxer said he was hungry for more success and would work harder to achieve his target.

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Is Mike Tyson Having An Emotional Reckoning?

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What’s going on with Mike Tyson? Since being paired with Jake Paul, media reports consistently eat up every admission made by the former champion. The newest headlines slant toward Tyson being an athlete struggling with emotional turmoil post-fight. Is this really what is going on?

Mike Tyson Teases 2025 Return with Unexpected Twist

As most athletes do, following his match with Jake Paul, Tyson recounted to the media his experience and associated sentiments. To the chagrin of many, he surprisingly expressed satisfaction with how everything turned out. He even stressed why getting into the ring made sense, citing the powerful message for his children. As Mike Tyson is cited in a Us article,

It might not have been what many people wanted or expected to hear. Most will agree it was a commendable sentiment that shed light on his feelings, and it was his truth. Beyond that, it was a statement that gave credence to a boxer who, despite his advanced age and medical condition, followed through on what he said he would do.

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Usyk celebrates New Year with Zelenski, the Klitschkos… and Schwarzenegger

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The heavyweight champion has returned to Ukraine, where he was welcomed by the country’s president. He had a video call with one of the great legends of action cinema

Oleksandr Usyk wins WBO and WBC belts after win over Mairis Briedis - BBC Sport

Oleksandr Usyk has already returned to Ukraine, where he spent New Year’s Eve in the company of various personalities from his country. After defeating Tyson Fury for the second time on December 21, the heavyweight king returned to his homeland as a true hero. On the last day of 2024, he was welcomed by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who expressed on social media: “December 31. Welcome home, champion. We are proud of you!”

Paris Olympics: Oleksandr Usyk insists Russia must not be allowed to win 'medals of blood, death and tears' | The Independent

Shortly afterwards, it was the boxer himself who published his own New Year’s message, especially dedicated to his compatriots. “Last year we all had to face battles and victories, but I am sure that our greatest triumph is yet to come. For the new year I wish you all faith in God, in miracles, in yourselves and in your strength. Believe that light will always overcome darkness,” said ‘The Cat’, who added: “I wish you unity, tolerance and love for your neighbour. Let us argue less and unite more, supporting each other and those in need.”

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Joseph Parker Has No Doubt On His Toughest Opponent And It’s Not Wilder, Zhang Or Joshua

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Parker first became WBO heavyweight champion back in 2016 with a victory over Andy Ruiz, and has remained near the top of the division for nearly a decade.

He lost his title to Anthony Joshua in 2018, but has had a career resurgence in the past 12 months, defeating Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang to earn himself another crack at world honours.

Joseph Parker Fought Joshua, Wilder And Zhang And Didn't Hesitate To Name Who Hit The Hardest - Seconds Out

That comes in February, when he challenges Daniel Dubois for his IBF heavyweight title in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on the same card as Artur Beterbiev and Dmity Bivol‘s rematch for the undisputed light-heavyweight title.

While Parker may have shared the ring with Wilder, Zhang and Joshua, it’s another man that he deems to have been his toughest ever opponent, as he revealed to Carl Froch on his Froch On Fighting YouTube channel.

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