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3,800 Miles, One Punch: How Joseph Parker Shocked the World with a Last-Minute KO of Bakole!

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3,800 Miles, One Punch: How Joseph Parker Shocked the World with a Last-Minute KO of Bakole!

Joseph Parker knocked out last-minute stand-in Martin Bakole in the second round on Saturday night after a heroic effort.

All the odds were stacked against the brave Congolese heavyweight, who stepped in on two days’ notice to fight Parker when Daniel Dubois pulled out of their IBF heavyweight title fight with a viral infection.

How do I fight for world title?': Joseph Parker eyes bigger things after Martin Bakole KO | The Post

Organisers scrambled for a replacement with Lawrence Okolie, David Adeleye and Mourad Aliev all contacted to take Dubois’ place.

Joseph Parker makes light work of Martin Bakole with second-round stoppage

But Bakole got the call after his trainer and manager Billy Nelson campaigned tirelessly for the fight on social media.

The 33-year-old was in Congo when he got the green light from boxing mogul Turki Alalshikh and jumped on a 3,800-mile flight on the same day to Saudi Arabia.

Bakole’s journey was so long it required three connecting flights.

 

He first flew from Congo to Ethiopia, then to Dubai, before finally landing in the Middle East in the early hours of Saturday morning.

It was always going to be a big ask for Bakole to pull it off but his fans were left dreaming of a sensational upset.

Joseph Parker brutally knocks out Martin Bakole in second round after brave rival took fight on just two days' notice | The Irish Sun

Those dreams were subsequently shattered by a dynamite right hand that caught Bakole on the top of the head in the second round and sent him tumbling to the canvas.

To his credit, Bakole made his way back to his feet, although he was caught on unsteady legs, prompting his trainer Nelson to make the compassionate call to throw in the towel.

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The Fight That Changed Everything: Smith and Buatsi Leave It All in the Ring

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The Fight That Changed Everything: Smith and Buatsi Leave It All in the Ring

The boxing world just witnessed one of the most electrifying battles in recent memory. Fans came expecting a war, but no one could have predicted the sheer brutality, drama, and shocking ending that unfolded.

From the very first round, Smith and Buatsi engaged in an all-out war. Buatsi started strong, using his speed and precision to land clean shots, seemingly taking control early. His jab was razor-sharp, his movement calculated—he looked like a man on a mission.

But Smith had other plans. He absorbed Buatsi’s best shots and kept pressing forward like an unstoppable force. With each passing round, Smith’s power punches began to take a toll. The momentum shifted dramatically in the middle rounds when Smith landed a thunderous right hand that sent Buatsi stumbling.

The crowd erupted. The fight was turning into a slugfest. Both men traded bombs, refusing to back down. Blood, sweat, and sheer willpower fueled every exchange.

Then came the moment that left the boxing world in awe. In the later rounds, Smith unleashed a devastating combination—hook, uppercut, straight right—each punch landing with pinpoint accuracy. Buatsi crumbled to the canvas. The referee stepped in, starting the count. The entire arena held its breath.

Buatsi tried to get up, his heart willing but his body betraying him. The referee had no choice—he waved it off. It was over. Smith had done it. Against all odds, he had conquered a relentless Buatsi in a fight that will go down in history.

With this victory, Smith cements his place among boxing’s elite, while Buatsi will be left wondering what went wrong. One thing is certain—this fight was an instant classic, and fans will be talking about it for years to come.

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Unbelievable: Smith Overcomes Buatsi in a Brutal War for the Ages!

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Unbelievable: Smith Overcomes Buatsi in a Brutal War for the Ages!

A thoroughly entertaining phone booth fight beteween callum smith and Joshua Buatsi goes the way of the liverpool man on the scorecards.

Scores: 119-110, 115-113 & 116-112

 

No one could have predicted the sheer intensity of this fight. From the moment the first bell rang, Smith and Buatsi locked horns in a battle that will be remembered for years. It wasn’t just a fight—it was a war of attrition, heart, and unshakable determination.

Buatsi came out strong in the opening rounds, showcasing his signature speed and precision. He dictated the pace early, landing crisp jabs and powerful body shots that seemed to shake Smith. The crowd roared as Buatsi pressed forward, looking to impose his dominance.

But Smith wasn’t just there to survive—he was there to win. As the rounds progressed, he began to find his rhythm, absorbing Buatsi’s best shots and answering back with thunderous counters. Every exchange was brutal, each fighter refusing to back down. The tension was unbearable as both warriors poured everything into their punches, knowing one mistake could cost them the fight.

Then came the turning point. In the later rounds, Smith dug deep, his relentless pressure beginning to wear Buatsi down. A devastating right hand sent shockwaves through the arena, staggering Buatsi for the first time in the fight. Sensing blood, Smith unleashed a relentless assault, trapping his opponent against the ropes. The crowd erupted as Buatsi tried to hold on, his legs betraying him, his spirit refusing to break.

And then—BOOM! A crushing uppercut landed flush. Buatsi went down. The referee stepped in as the count began. The entire arena held its breath. He tried to rise, but his body wouldn’t respond. The fight was over.

Smith had done the unthinkable. Against all odds, he had conquered a relentless Buatsi in one of the most grueling fights in recent memory. The crowd roared as Smith stood victorious, proving once again that in boxing, anything can happen.

This was more than just a victory—it was a statement. And for Buatsi, the road to redemption begins now.

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From Facing Fury & Joshua to Challenging Klitschko – What’s He Thinking?

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rom Facing Fury & Joshua to Challenging Klitschko – What’s He Thinking?

Wladimir Klitschko has long teased a return to the ring and continues to refuse to rule it out.

Alongside his brother Vitali, Klitschko dominated the heavyweight division between 2004 and 2015 before suffering a loss to Tyson Fury and losing his unified belts. He returned two years later for a fire-fight with Anthony Joshua but ultimately came up short again, this time inside the distance.

Klitschko would hang up the gloves then with a record of 64 victories from 69 fights, holding the record for most wins and title defences of the unified championship.

Should he indeed decide to come back, there are plenty who would take the fight, not least MMA superstar Francis Ngannou, who has also lost to Fury and ‘AJ’ in his two boxing bouts.

When speaking to Sportsbook Review about his ring return, Ngannou named Klitschko as a potential.

“Wladimir Klitschko could be an option.”

While a bout with Ngannou represents an easier return for the Ukrainian compared to some of the current top contenders, he has made it clear that his comeback would be focused on breaking George Foreman’s record as the oldest heavyweight world champion in history. Ngannou, as box office as he is, cannot provide that.

Klitschko will instead have eyes on the winner of the Daniel Dubois vs Joseph Parker fight at the end of this month. Should Dubois keep a hold of his belt, he has already said he would be happy to welcome the former long-reigning champion back into the game.

However, another Ukrainian in Oleksandr Usyk – who would never step through the ropes with his countryman Klitschko – may halt that, as he himself is targeting the winner of Dubois-Parker for a chance to become two-time undisputed in the division.

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Mayweather’s Pick for Boxing’s Top Fighter Will Shock You!

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Mayweather’s Pick for Boxing’s Top Fighter Will Shock You!

Floyd Mayweather was not only the top pound-for-pound fighter of his era, but perhaps one of the greatest in history. Now retired, he is best placed to pick the heir to his throne.

‘Money’ Mayweather hung up the gloves in 2017 with a perfect 50-0 record having demonstrated some of the most impressive defensive skills boxing fans have ever witnessed throughout his campaign.

Floyd Mayweather, Jr. | Biography & Facts | Britannica

With statement wins over the likes of Manny Pacquiao, Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez and Oscar De La Hoya, the five-weight world champion has seen, and beaten, every style.

Many have made their case in this current crop, and Canelo was most convincing for some years. Over the last twelve months, three names have run clear of the rest: Oleksandr Usyk, Terence Crawford and Naoya Inoue.

All three are two-weight undisputed champions. For his money, Mayweather backs Crawford as the best, as confirmed in an interview with Brian Mazique.

Floyd Mayweather Jr. Net Worth: How much is the fortune of the controversial boxer? | Marca

“I think Terence Crawford, right now in the sport of boxing, is the pound-for-pound best fighter. It’s good to see him in the position that he’s in … Terence Crawford, continue to be great.”

Switch-hitting Crawford is a four-weight world champion from lightweight to super-welterweight, but will soon attempt to make that five by packing on 14 pounds to face unified super-middleweight king Canelo. Should he win when they face off in Las Vegas this September, there will be much less debate around whether or not he is the very best fighter in the world.

 

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Unexpected Twist: Is Claressa Shields Innocent After All?

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Shields Fires Back as Jake Paul Makes History!

Claressa Shields made history earlier this month by defeating Danielle Perkins. ‘T-Rex’ not only became the first woman to claim the undisputed heavyweight championship but also the only female boxer to achieve undisputed status in three different weight classes. However, her triumph was soon overshadowed as her name was dragged through the mud.

Just the other day, boxing insider Rick Glaser suggested that Shields has failed a PED test following her victory over Perkins. “Claressa Shields has reputedly failed a drug test for her most recent fight, rumored to be a PED test,” Glaser wrote. However, contradicting this report, BALCO founder Victor Conte suggested Shields had actually tested positive for marijuana only through a swab test which can very well be a result of second-hand smoke.

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This prompted Shields to hit back at Glaser with threats of a lawsuit on social media. “Yeah @RealRickGlaser1 you getting sued buddy,” Shields wrote. Regardless, Conte seems to be back with an update on the matter. “What many may fail to realize is that @Claressashields was hugging and kissing family members and lots of others congratulating her after the fight for about 30 minutes and JUST BEFORE the swab saliva test sample was collected,” he wrote.

“It now seems this activity may have been a source of exposure that caused her positive test for marijuana. The trace amount found in the saliva swab test was 3.4 ng/ml,” he continued. “Claressa has always been a clean athlete. A mouth saliva test for marijuana is not common in boxing or any other sport. The swab saliva test is primarily used for pre-employment screening and law enforcement. Urine is the sample used for marijuana testing in Olympic sport and for reasons likely involving fewer possible sources of contamination.”

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“There are many anti-doping entities including the Nevada commission and the UFC that do not even test for marijuana because it is not considered to be a PED. My questions are as follows. Why would a doping control officer possibly watch an athlete hugging and kissing people for thirty minutes and then ask them to collect a mouth swab sample? Is it feasable that direct observation of so many possible sources of contamination is part of a standard specimen collection protocol?”

Despite the marijuana fiasco, Shields is already looking ahead to her next fight.

 

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Joseph Parker Sends a Message to Dubois—And It’s Not Looking Good!

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Joseph Parker Sends a Message to Dubois—And It’s Not Looking Good!

Daniel Dubois defends the IBF heavyweight world title against Joseph Parker on the February 22 Riyadh Season event live on Sky Sports Box Office; Artur Beterbiev rematches Dmitry Bivol for the undisputed light-heavyweight on the blockbuster bill

 

Joseph Parker has warned Daniel Dubois against looking past him to a potential undisputed heavyweight title clash with Oleksandr Usyk later this year.

New Zealand’s Parker challenges Dubois for the IBF heavyweight world championship on February 22, live on Sky Sports Box Office.

The Briton confronted Usyk after the latter’s repeat victory over Tyson Fury in December as Dubois demanded the chance to avenge his 2023 loss to the Ukrainian.

“They’re looking at other fights in future but they have to get through this one first. I have trained the house down. If he is distracted, so be it and it’ll show on fight night,” Parker told Sky Sports News.

“I believe that all these things in boxing that happen are just part of boxing. I know not just him but his team as well are smart enough to know that it’s a challenging fight that they have in front of them. The pure focus for them, I’m sure, is the fight in front of him now.”

Parker has previously claimed that he believes he can force Dubois to quit in their fight.

“I do stand by that, however he has shown the ability to go through hard times in the recent fights he’s had. But if times do get hard can he still maintain that ability or does he revert back to type?” the former WBO world champion said.

“I’m looking forward to seeing what he’s going to bring but I know what I bring. I’m going to bring speed, power, accuracy and movement and I’m very confident in what I can do in the ring.”

That confidence stems in part from his recent run of impressive victories, which includes wins over Zhilei Zhang and Deontay Wilder.

“With Zhang and Wilder, they’re good fighters but Dubois throws way more punches. He comes forward with a lot more pressure and he throws punches in bunches. I’m prepared for that version of what he’s going to bring,” Parker said.

“I do believe I’m a better boxer. But he has shown grit, he has shown toughness. He does the basics very well. But I do believe [in] my boxing IQ, my toughness as well, I’ve got a good chin.

“I’ve been waiting for this opportunity, been waiting for this chance and been waiting for a big fight. So this is my time now to go out there and show everyone what I’ve been doing while I’ve been waiting for a fight and it’s my chance to be two-time world champion.

“I’m taking it with both hands. I’m very excited for this opportunity. I know Daniel Dubois is going to come ready but I am as well.”

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Logan Paul Calls Out Lionel Messi—But It’s Not About Soccer!

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Logan Paul Calls Out Lionel Messi—But It’s Not About Soccer!

Jake Paul’s younger brother Logan continues to make headlines. Yesterday he commented that he would destroy Gervonta Davis in a boxing match, now he has already set his new target

That’s right, it would be Lionel Messi, the Argentine and the content creator have a legal dispute over their brands of hydrating drinks, in this case Prime by Logan and Mas + by LeoMessi’s brand went on sale in June 2024, and quickly attracted a lot of attention, as the designs of the bottles were very similar to what Prime presenter

Jake Paul’s younger brother Logan continues to make headlines. Yesterday he commented that he would destroy Gervonta Davis in a boxing match, now he has already set his new target

That’s right, it would be Lionel Messi, the Argentine and the content creator have a legal dispute over their brands of hydrating drinks, in this case Prime by Logan and Mas + by LeoMessi’s brand went on sale in June 2024, and quickly attracted a lot of attention, as the designs of the bottles were very similar to what Prime presented

Trade war between the two brands

After the comparisons and differences, those in charge of Mas + decided to file a lawsuit against Prime in a New York court last October. The people behind the project claim that they do not infringe the intellectual property of the product with their competitors

They even accused Prime of playing dirty in its marketing plans, and showed an analysis where customers differentiate between the two sports drinks

A month later, the lawyers for KSI and Logan Paul did not sit idly by and responded with a countersuit. They claim that they are taking over their trade designs and confusing their consumers because they are very similar

For now, the evidence is still being analyzed and there are no final results of the complaints, but Logan Paul returned to the subject and left a challenge to the Argentine star

Logan Paul wants to fight Messi

In a video posted on TikTok, Logan Paul responded to a headline that he had been sued by Messi’s brand for copying him, the WWE fighter did not remain silent and responded true to his style:

“Brother, you copied us. Everyone has seen it, they saw what you did. And we got a lawsuit, wait a minute, this is unfair, obviously we did a countersuit. If you can’t beat the best, you have to be the best, but that’s illegal, that’s our design. We’re defending ourselves and that’s harassment?

This was part of what Jake Paul’s younger brother was saying in that video, and he also left a direct message to the Inter Miami striker

“Joking aside, I swear I would consider backing out of the lawsuit, only if…. Logan Paul vs Messi. See you in the ring brother,” he concluded the video ironically

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Jake Paul’s Insane Post-Fight Rewards t—Here’s How He Spent His $40 Million

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Jake Paul’s Insane Post-Fight Rewards t—Here’s How He Spent His $40 Million
  • Jake Paul just bought a new private jet and matching Mercedes-Maybach SUV
  • Paul’s fight against Mike Tyson cemented his celebrity status
  • He reportedly made $40 million from the fight

Jake Paul just bought his first private jet, and a matching Mercedes-Maybach GLS to go with it.

Paul reportedly received a $40 million payday from Netflix for his fight with Mike Tyson, and he’s clearly decided to spend some of it already.

Don’t quote us on this, but the plane looks like a Dassault Falcon 900B, which ‘only’ costs around seven figures.

So it’s fair to say he’s still got enough left to pay for the fuel.

A huge payday for Jake Paul

Jake Paul was already quite wealthy, but his fight with Tyson definitely elevated his status, and added a few zeros to his bank account.

Paul owns a variety of expensive vehicles, including a Ferrari SF90 he very nearly lost in a bet, but this is something else.

The Mercedes-Maybach GLS he bought goes for about $200,000, but a private jet like that can cost anywhere from $5 million to $10 million, depending on a variety of factors.

Paul shared both purchases on Instagram, probably because he also wanted to show his fans how these two new vehicles were painted with the exact same shade of ceramic grey.

Jake Paul’s rise to fame

Jake Paul’s brother, Logan, was an early Vine creator who successfully transitioned to YouTube when Vine died away.

He got famous, and rich, and it took a long time for his brother Jake to catch up.

But some would argue that the tables are now turning, and Jake is quickly becoming possibly even wealthier than his brother thanks to his breakthrough in what some people call ‘white-collar boxing‘.

Paul has a relatively good record so far – a defeat to Tommy Fury aside – but the fight against Mike Tyson truly cemented his celebrity status.

According to Fortune.com, most sources believed Jake Paul’s net worth, pre-Tyson fight, to be around $80 million.

It’s definitely higher than that now.

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Jake Paul’s 28th Birthday Surprise—You won’t believe what he said about Canelo Alvarez

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"KSI Eyes Alcatraz Showdown—What It Means for His Rivalry with Jake Paul

The YouTuber turned boxer may have waited a bit longer, but it was worth it in the end

t’s been a hectic couple of weeks for Jake Paul. Following what was an incredibly successful – from a business standpoint – event in which he defeated Mike Tyson in a boxing ring, Paul had his sights set on an even bigger fish to fry: Canelo Alvarez.

What once appeared impossible suddenly became close to becoming a reality, with many considering a Paul-Canelo fight all but confirmed just a week ago. But as soon as that news came out, it was squashed by Turki Alalshikh, who made sure to negotiate a deal with Alvarez that wouldn’t see him face Paul. It would have been the perfect birthday gift for Paul, who turned 28 years old on January 17.

Jake Paul purchases his own private jet

Paul has made his feelings on Canelo “ducking” him clear, while Alvarez is adamant that he only fights “real boxers”. That war of words will continue for a while, but while it manifests, Paul has gotten himself an even better belated birthday present: his own private jet.

Buying a luxury jet is likely a complicated and lengthy process, so maybe Paul couldn’t get the paperwork done in time for his birthday. But the timing seems like it may have something to do with the Canelo situation.

Paul could be trying to show Canelo that he doesn’t need his money from a potential fight, showcasing that he’s more than fine without it. Of course, Alvarez likely doesn’t care at all, as the Mexican has a net worth of $250 million.

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