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VIDEO: Canelo Alvarez set massive record against three

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Canelo Alvarez set massive record against three-weight champion on undercard of Floyd Mayweather’s return

During his initial rise in the ring, Canelo Alvarez shared a card with future foe Floyd Mayweather.

Deep into his light middleweight title run, Canelo had turned in a laundry list of impressive defenses of the crown, having taken out Matthew Hatton to win the belt back in 2011.

Enjoying a three-fight string of consecutive knockout victories as champion, the Mexican puncher would finish the trio of Ryan Rhodes, as well as Alfonso Gomez, and then Kermit Cintron before booking a high-profile co-headline clash.

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And pitted against a veteran former three-weight world champion, Canelo was put on the undercard of Floyd Mayweather’s return to light middleweight — setting an impressive record in the process.

Canelo Alvarez scored a dominant win over Shane Mosley

Taking chief support status beneath the divisional move of Mayweather in a clash with Puerto Rican veteran Miguel Cotto, Alvarez would put his WBC crown on the line against veteran former three-division champion Shane Mosley.

Setting up his own super fight with Mayweather off the back of his chief support duty, Canelo would set a rather impressive record against Mosley in their light middleweight title clash.

Landing a one-sided unanimous decision win over Mosley as he was forced the distance for the first time as champion, Canelo managed to land 348 punches against the challenger — more than any of the 34 fighters who had their own stats tracked by CompuBox.

Going on to stop Josesito Lopez in a fifth-round knockout win, Canelo would land a victory over Austin Trout in another 12-round affair — setting up his dream fight with Mayweather.

Canelo Alvarez’s super fight against Floyd Mayweather

Having shared the same arena with Mayweather during his fight with Mosley, the following year Canelo would actually share the ring with the Grand Rapids puncher.

Putting his WBC and The Ring middleweight titles on the line against the undefeated megastar, Canelo came unstuck against Mayweather, who had put his own WBA light middleweight crown on the line against the Jalisco star.

Largely outclassed by Mayweather, Canelo would find himself a step behind against his fellow champion over the course of their main event clash.

Eventually returning to a championship setting at the limit, Canelo turned in a memorable body shot KO win over Liam Smith three years later to recapture spoils.

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Turki Alalshikh’s Pivotal Move Gives Terence Crawford Edge Over

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Turki Alalshikh’s Pivotal Move Gives Terence Crawford Edge Over Canelo Alvarez in $200M Superfight

Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford are set to face off in one of the biggest boxing fights in recent memory exactly one month from now, on September 13, in Las Vegas.

The boxing world has been buzzing with predictions and analysis for almost a year now, but few voices carry more weight than Amir Khan’s. The British boxing star, who faced and lost to both Canelo and Crawford during his career, isn’t just offering a winner prediction this time.

He’s also pointing to how His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, a key figure in organizing the bout, may have inadvertently played a major role in shaping the outcome of the match.

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While Khan had already shared his prediction for the massive $200 million superfight earlier this year, he elaborated further on the fight during his recent appearance on The PorterWay Podcast. “Crawford is a different type of fighter who holds muscle well, and who will put size on,” Khan said. He explained that with the extended preparation time that the Omaha native received, adjusting to the higher weight may not be as difficult as many have been predicting. “See Turki Alalshikh’s given him so much time, so much notice, so he can go in training camp, so he can combine that muscle, so he can hold that muscle, so he can start doing the heavy weights and everything,” Khan noted, implying that the year-long preparation window has likely allowed the 37-year-old to add size and strength more effectively.

Former world champion Shawn Porter, responding to Khan’s point, emphasized the difference between adding muscle strategically and simply bulking up. “A whole year to put on this kind of weight and again, like you’re saying, you are referring to the muscle. You got to understand when you are moving up weight classes, it’s how you move up. And obviously, moving up weight and putting on muscle to move up in weight is much different than just coming in as a blown-up fighter,” Porter explained.

To that, the 34-6 boxer agreed and also highlighted the timing difference between the two fighters’ preparations for each other. Canelo Alvarez is returning to the ring just four months after his victory over Cuban boxer William Schull in Riyadh, while Terence Crawford will be fighting a full year after his win over Israil Madrimov. Khan believes that the gap will prove advantageous for the two-division undisputed champion. “I think with one year notice, if you look at Crawford, since when the fight was announced, I think he has always been ticking over. He has always been doing a little bit in the gym, and now he is at it and now he is going in it hard,” Khan emphasized.

Pointing again to His Excellency Turki Alalshikh’s role in setting the schedule, the British former champion claimed, “I think Crawford’s been giving more to this and been training longer and harder than Canelo. I saw that Canelo [was] on a holiday when Crawford was in the gym. So them little small things make a big difference.” His comments suggest that while Canelo Alvarez may have stayed active in the ring, Crawford’s longer, more consistent preparation could be a deciding factor.

If that wasn’t enough, Amir Khan went further in assessing their mental and physical edges. “Though he [Canelo] has kept himself busy, but one thing about Crawford, bro, you can’t turn a blind eye. I mean, he is one of the type of guys that always pulls it off. That’s why he is undefeated… I just feel like Crawford has more left in him and has more to give because he has never tasted defeat before.” And that’s just one of the many reasons Amir Khan believes Canelo Alvarez would be wise not to underestimate his opponent on fight night.

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Expanding on his point during the same podcast, Khan said, “Back in the day, when we used to see Crawford fight at lightweight or featherweight, we did not really give him that respect for power. We thought he was a good boxer, a technical fighter. But later, you can see he’s carried that power with the weight and the muscle.”

Khan pointed out that Crawford’s move into higher weight classes has only amplified his punching power, turning him into a more complete and dangerous fighter. “It’s a hard fight to call honestly because it just depends what type of fighters show up on the night,” Khan admitted to Shawn Porter, underlining that both men are capable of delivering top performances when at their best.

The British star also painted a vivid picture of Crawford’s physical presence, saying, “When he walks around weighing 170 or 175 pounds, he looks like a natural 175 guy.” For this reason, when the fight was announced, Khan immediately felt that Crawford would give Canelo Alvarez “a hell of a fight.” And while Khan believes the Nebraskan southpaw will likely win, even if he doesn’t, he seems confident in knowing exactly what it would take to beat Canelo.

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New Twist in Tiger Woods vs Jack Nicklaus Debate as

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New Twist in Tiger Woods vs Jack Nicklaus Debate as Common Rival Makes ‘Honest’ Revelation

The debate of Jack Nicklaus vs Tiger Woods hasn’t found its end yet, with the golf world still split over who truly deserves the GOAT crown. But setting stats aside, a shared rival of both legends has offered some fascinating insight that clearly overcasts one GOAT over the other. Surprisingly, the rival has played with the two and, as a result, defeated them during their prime.

Recently, on the GOLF’s Subpar podcast, Colt Knost and Drew Stoltz invited the legendary golfer who clinched 14 PGA Tour titles in his career. Hal Sutton, a name that made the top names fear with his exceptional ball striking and a strong head that even pressure conditions couldn’t shake. Being a player in both golfers’ eras, he has defeated them both. First, Jack Nicklaus at the 1983 PGA Championship, which got him the nickname of “The Next Nicklaus.” Later, he won against Tiger Woods at the 2000 THE PLAYERS Championship, marking a historic comeback.

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Because he has been among the only few golfers to play against both, Colt Knost asked him the controversial question. He asked, “If I were to ask you to break it down like the difference between Jack Nicklaus and Tiger Woods, what would you say?” Finally, the one who saw them closely answered the question that every golf enthusiast had in mind. Away from the stats, Sutton has an interesting fact to share for that.

He said, “Well, I mean, we’re talking about two different eras here. You know, they both managed their balls incredibly. They were both among the longest players of their time. Big drivers, both of them were great long iron players, middle iron, short iron.” Undoubtedly, the overall package of their game led them to still lead with the most titles. Nicklaus has 18 major titles, and Woods has 82 total PGA Tour wins.

However, there was one thing that kept Woods ahead of ‘The Golden Bear,’ which Sutton mentioned. He added, “Probably, you know, Jack, I would say Jack’s pitching the ball and chipping the ball weren’t in Tiger’s league. I mean, I’m just being honest.” For Nicklaus, the best sand save rate achieved was 47.8% in 1982, which placed him 79th on the list. While for Woods, there have been many instances where he has saved the game despite the harsh ball lie. The most historic one is the 2000 Bell Canadian Open. He shot a 6-iron from 218 yards, carrying the ball over water to land 18 feet away from the flag.

The surprising insight is something that was never considered. This would add to the never-ending debate. But this wasn’t the first time someone had taken Woods’s side. As earlier, Lou Stagner shared ‘Mr. T’ having an edge over ‘The Golden Bear.’

Lou Stagner shared stats backing Tiger Woods’s dominance

At the beginning of the 2025 season, the debate between the two got attention after Lou Stagner shared a post. Stagner is a former golf coach at Princeton University and the golf voice for analytics. Additionally, he is a brand ambassador for major golf brands like Titleist.

So, talking about the two he posted on X, for Jack Nicklaus, he wrote, “Jack Nicklaus was a great champion. No doubt. The best of HIS time. But he played in an era with significantly weaker, shallower fields. Back then, there was very little money in professional golf. That meant fewer elite athletes chose golf as a career. Many top amateurs never turned pro because the financial upside just wasn’t there.” Stating the facts, as earlier, the game of golf was not as competitive as it has become now. Even with the tech evasion, the improvement, analysis, and many other factors have evolved, making the game even intense.

Further talking on the same lines, he shared for Woods. He wrote, “Tiger Woods, on the other hand, competed in, and dominated, the deepest, most talented fields the game had ever seen. He didn’t just benefit from the growth of the game; he caused it. Tiger attracted global talent, massive sponsorship, and turned golf into a sport that elite athletes actually wanted to pursue.” Having the advancement in equipment, golf courses, players, and the competition. The game was brought into the spotlight by Tiger Woods. It is historically proven that Woods’ appearance brought in more players and spectators to the course. In 2001, the number of active players was close to 600. Whereas by 2019 it had grown close to 1300, which is a 118% growth.

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Is Tiger Woods Is Hinting at Comeback From Injury in

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Golf Fans Are Convinced Tiger Woods Is Hinting at Comeback From Injury in ‘Sun Day Red’ Update

The Big Cat is back on the prowl! While Tiger Woods has been cheering on his son Charlie as he climbs the junior amateur ranks, the 82-time PGA Tour champion has also been focusing on his own road to recovery, aiming for a long-awaited return to competitive golf. The 82-time PGA Tour champion has also been spending time with his new girlfriend, Vanessa Trump.

Fans caught a glimpse of his recent ‘shredded’ transformation as well. Happy, in love, and in good health, the latest report reveals that Woods might be moving to the next stage in his life. And that has got everyone excited.

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In a recent post by Sun Day Red, Tiger Woods’s apparel brand, the 15-time major winner is seen in action. Yes, you read that right. Fans can see a silhouette of Mr. T driving off the tee inside what looks like a garage with an iron. The outside is a lush, open grass with dunes and trees up ahead. In a typical Tiger fashion, he follows every ball after he strikes it, trying to judge where it’s heading. After showing him hitting a few drives, the video ended with the Sun Day Red logo.

While it could simply be an ad or a teaser for a new apparel release, fans were quick to speculate that it might mean something more. The sight of Woods repeatedly pounding drives sparked whispers of a potential comeback, especially given his long rehab journey and recent signs of peak fitness. For many, the video felt less like marketing and more like a quiet signal that the Big Cat might be ready to return.

Considering the possibility got everyone pumped up. There was only one tune playing in the entire comment section. Let’s see how all the fans expressed themselves on the possible return of Tiger Woods to professional golf.

Tiger Woods’s possible return to golf breaks the internet

Watching Tiger Woods in action again was bound to get everyone excited. But if Sun Day Red was not planning to push the 82-time PGA Tour champion’s return, then they may have sent out the wrong message. Either way, everyone is pumped for the possible comeback. As one of the fans said, “I hope this means a full major schedule for 2026, at least. Golf is so much better when TW tees it up. It’s pretty boring without him to be honest…” They are already anticipating a 50-year-0ld Woods playing 4 majors in 2026 even before he has confirmed his return. The last time he did that was in 2024. It would be too much to expect him to play all 4 of the toughest tournaments of the season on his return from a long injury.

Some just took it as a hint that Woods is preparing for a possible comeback. Someone wrote, “I think this means Tiger is on the comeback trail. Let’s go.” Another said something similar by commenting, “Hint of come back..” They are hoping that Woods is practicing to get back on the course as he is nearing his date of return. He went under the knife for an Achilles tendon back in May 2025. Based on the 4-6 months of recovery timeline, the 82-time PGA Tour champion should be fit for action for the 2025 Hero World Challenge. We’ll see whether it turns into a reality.

Then one of the followers of the brand didn’t want to leave it to assumptions. They straight-up questioned the big cat, “Are you back @tigerwoods?” Woods hasn’t responded yet, but that is certainly the best approach to get a definitive answer to the biggest question of the season.

If he is planning to return, then there was someone who had a great suggestion for him. A fan said, “Just saying, he should play the @puertoricoopen. Mostly flat, not crazy long and would give him the chance of winning a tournament he’s never won before…” It’s ironic of them to mention the 2026 Puerto Rico Open. If Woods does return in the 2026 edition of the event, then he might face off against the defending champion and the brand ambassador of Sun Day Red, Karl Vilips. The fact that the big cat hand-picked Vilips for the role in Sun Day Red, their dynamic on the course will be quite interesting to watch.

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Anthony Joshua Draws Inspiration From Canelo as Jake Paul

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Anthony Joshua Draws Inspiration From Canelo as Jake Paul Gets Sidelined by Andre Ward Callout

He was knocked out cold last September, and months later underwent elbow surgery. It is now approaching a year since fans last saw Anthony Joshua in action. However, if not inside the ring, the former unified heavyweight champion still seems to be making waves outside it.

The Olympic gold medalist has once again become a hot commodity. News of a potential matchup with Jake Paul has already made headlines. But now, it appears Joshua has received a callout from a new suitor.

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On June 17, 2017, Andre Ward knocked out Sergey Kovalev to defend his unified light heavyweight championship. But just a month later, he stunned the boxing world by announcing his retirement. An Olympic gold medalist like Joshua, Ward has since made a name for himself as a boxing analyst and, more recently, a podcaster. However, the Hall of Famer believes he might still have one fight left in him. And a bout with Anthony Joshua appears, in his view, to be the best route to elevating his legacy. His callout, however, drew a sharp, Canelo-inspired retort from the British heavyweight.

Ward uploaded a video on Instagram, and the reason it went viral is quite simple. Speaking about his post-retirement journey, the 2021 International Boxing Hall of Fame inductee said that if any fight could entice him back into the ring, it would be a face-off with Anthony Joshua. “Most days, I don’t miss it. I’m very content doing what I’m doing in life right now. Who would I fight? That’s the problem. It’s a lot of names out there, but it’s not a lot of names that make sense,” Ward said while sitting inside his car.

Still, there is one name that could potentially change the scenario. “If the business was right and everything was right on that front, me and Anthony Joshua,” Ward said before adding, “That’s a fight that I would take at Wembley Stadium.” He acknowledged. The fight could possibly put a dent in his legacy and even leave him physically hurt. Still, “that’s a fight that would get me in the gym and get me in the mindset that I need to be in to go to war. “It’s Anthony Joshua.”

Ward concluded while hurling a subtle jibe. Though talk of a Jake Paul fight has been gathering steam, AJ could still consider a ‘real fight.’ The post drew a string of comments and reactions, with close friend Andre Berto sounding particularly upbeat. However, it didn’t take long for Ward to receive a response from the man himself. Recalling Canelo’s past words, in which he accused Ward of calling him out purely for monetary reasons, Anthony Joshua fired back: “Pay Day Pay Day (Canelo).”

Andre Ward responded. “Anthony Joshua, of course, brother. Do you fight for free? Business is always a reason, but not the only reason. I think you understand that.”

Andre Ward sets sights on Anthony Joshua

When one user pointed out to Joshua that Ward had been calling him out for years, the English heavyweight issued a chilling reminder. Gauging fights merely by watching YouTube could prove detrimental. It’s different from a real fight.

It is certainly a surprising move from Andre Ward. Just months ago, he had seemingly expressed interest in facing Jake Paul!

To be fair to Andre Ward, this is not the first time he mentioned Anthony Joshua’s name. Four years ago, while speaking on ‘The AK & Barak Show,’ he minced no words. If he were to make a comeback, he would take Anthony Joshua first. When Barak Bess asked, “You make a comeback and you fight Anthony Joshua and beat him, or you make a comeback and fight Canelo and beat him,” Ward replied, “I’m going (for) Anthony Joshua.”

Whether the 35-year-old Anthony Joshua chooses to face an in-prime fighter like Jake Paul, whose star has been rising by leaps and bounds, or opts to settle the debate with an aging former world champion who has been out of the ring for eight years, is something fans will have to wait and see.

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Rematch: Gervonta Davis Fires Off Clear Warning to Lamont

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Rematch: Gervonta Davis Fires Off Clear Warning to Lamont Roach Jr as Rematch Remains Unconfirmed

Gervonta Davis has shared an update on the situation surrounding his rematch with Lamont Roach Jr

The 30-year-old from Baltimore, Maryland made a defence of his WBA world lightweight title against Roach earlier this year, with the fight ending in a split decision draw after a competitive twelve rounds at the Barclays Center in New York.

The result could have been very different however, after ‘Tank’ took a knee to the canvas during the ninth round after being on the receiving end of a Roach jab which referee Steve Willis failed to rule as an official knockdown. The champion later revealed that it was due to grease from his hair getting into his eyes.

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A rematch between the pair is expected to take place in Las Vegas on August 16, with an announcement due in the coming weeks. There have been concerns around the delay in their second encounter being made official however, with both fighters going back and forth on social media in recent weeks.

In a post sent by Davis, the 30-year-old appeared to accuse Roach of holding out for a bigger purse this time around, which has left fans wondering whether the fight is actually going to go ahead.

“You should’ve been on that instead of calling for that $250k, [the f**k] is you waiting on? This bag bigger. THE F**K YOU FORGOT!”

Despite this, ‘Tank’ has also said:

“The plan is still the plan.”

Davis will have his sights set on righting the wrongs of the first fight and proving himself to still be the best lightweight on the planet, ahead of the likes of Shakur Stevenson.

The 30-year-old is also said to be considering a catchweight bout with Youtuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul. although it remains to be seen whether this controversial match-up will happen before the end of 2025.

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Tiger Woods’ Son Charlie Shines with Remarkable Performance

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Tiger Woods’ Son Charlie Shines with Remarkable Performance at the Prestigious Junior Invitational

Tiger Woods’ son Charlie Woods finishes in the middle of the pack as rising PGA Tour star Miles Russell wins prestigious Sage Valley Junior Invitational.

Tiger Woods’ son Charlie Woods finished in a tie for 26th at the coveted Sage Valley Junior Invitational in South Carolina. 

Rising PGA Tour star Miles Russell, 16, won the tournament on 9-under par.

The Sage Valley Junior Invitational is billed as the most prestigious junior golf tournament in the United States.

The tournament has been staged since 2011.

Charlie represents Benjamin School, the same as Donald Trump’s granddaughter Kai Trump, who also competed in the tournament.

 

Kai Trump unfortunately had a week to forget, slumping to the bottom of the leaderboard on 52-over par.

She carded rounds of 89, 79, 83 and 89.

She will play collegiate golf at the University of Miami.

Charlie Woods played on Benjamin’s No. 2 line last fall and finished his sophomore campaign as the No. 11 boys golfer in Florida per iWanamaker.

Charlie’s father Tiger Woods confirmed last week that he underwent surgery to repair a ruptured Achilles tendon.

Woods is now likely to be out of action until 2026.

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Woods Shows Support for Daughter in New Sport Following Her

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Woods Shows Support for Daughter in New Sport Following Her ‘Negative’ Experience with Golf

Golf legend Tiger Woods was recently seen cheering from the stands as his daughter, Sam Alexis Woods, played a pivotal role in her high school football team’s victory. On Thursday night, Sam, a senior defender for Benjamin High School’s girls football team, played in her side’s 2-1 win over Lake Christian, propelling them into the Florida Class 2A state championship game.

The team is now set to compete against the victor of Ransom Everglades and Episcopal School of Jacksonville. While Tiger’s son Charlie is carving out a path similar to his father’s on the golf course, it seems that the same passion for golf didn’t quite capture Sam. Tiger has previously shared that Sam associates golf with a “negative connotation” due to the sport often taking him away from home during her childhood.

“She has, I think, a negative connotation to the game because at that time… when she was growing up, golf took daddy away from her,” Woods reflected last year.

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He went on to explain how he and Sam have built a unique bond that doesn’t involve golf, engaging in activities that are distant from the sport. In contrast, Tiger’s relationship with his son revolves heavily around golf. “I had to pack, and I had to leave and I was gone for weeks and there was a negative connotation to it.

So we developed our own relationship, our own rapport that’s outside of golf that we do things that don’t involve golf. Meanwhile, my son and I, we do everything golf-related. It’s very different.”

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The sporting passion runs deep in the Woods family, with both Sam and Charlie sharing a passion for football, something Woods had shared with Golf.com in 2018. Referring to their enthusiasm, he stated: “They’re keen into soccer. If they want to play golf, that’s great. If they don’t, that’s fine, too. As long as they have a good time playing sports.

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Boxing’s elite are backing Itauma in emphatic fashion, predicting

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Boxing’s elite are backing Itauma in emphatic fashion, predicting he will unleash a relentless onslaught and deliver a brutal beating to Whyte.

If Itauma were facing the version of Dillian Whyte who once spent over 600 days as Deontay Wilder’s WBC mandatory challenger, the verdict might be far more divided. After all, plenty of questions still remain about the young Chatham southpaw.

But as Whyte approaches the twilight of his career, it’s difficult to find a respected voice in boxing who is confidently picking him to overcome Itauma.

“I even phoned Dillian and said, ‘I don’t know why you’re taking this fight — this kid is on fire right now,’” Derek Chisora told talkSPORT.

“He’s getting better and better. He’s not regressing, he’s pushing forward… and he’s only 20. Honestly, someone should call the police for attempted murder for making this fight happen. That’s not the fight to make right now. Moses is blazing hot, and when Dillian gets battered badly, we’ll have to decide who goes to prison for allowing it. There’s no light at the end of this tunnel.

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“I think [Itauma] will beat Dillian, and I think he’ll do it convincingly — no disrespect intended. Moses isn’t the light at the end of the tunnel; he is the train, and Dillian is about to run straight into it.”

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Dave Allen, who lost on points to Whyte in 2016, offered a similarly bleak assessment for the former world title challenger:

“I think Dillian Whyte has had just three fights in the last three years, and at 37 years old, I expect Itauma to win inside the distance.

“At his peak, Dillian Whyte was a world-class heavyweight, but we haven’t seen that level from him in five or six years. They’re not stupid — they wouldn’t put Itauma in with Dillian if they thought he was anywhere near his best.”

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Former cruiserweight champion Tony Bellew echoed those sentiments:

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“In my opinion, Dillian is at the end. He’s being paid a king’s ransom to go in there and be dealt with.”

Meanwhile, Martin Bakole pointed to Itauma’s style and Whyte’s recent inactivity:

“I think maybe Dillian Whyte will get knocked out. He’s been out for a long time. Like Oleksandr Usyk, Moses is a smaller heavyweight who doesn’t need to stand in front of a big guy — he’ll keep moving and pick his shots.

“But the problem is, everyone knows that after rounds four, five, or six, Dillian starts to tire and fight like someone who’s never been in the gym before. That’s when I think it’s over.”

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Itauma Sounds Alarm: “Whyte Playing the Innocent Sheep to

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Itauma Sounds Alarm: “Whyte Playing the Innocent Sheep to Trap the Dangerous Wolf”

Moses Itauma accused Dillian Whyte of “playing a sheep to catch the wolf” as he questioned his opponent’s respectful approach before Saturday’s heavyweight fight in Saudi Arabia.

At a cordial news conference in Riyadh, the Britons exchanged pleasantries, thumbs-ups and handshakes.

Veteran Whyte described the unbeaten Itauma, 20, as the future of heavyweight boxing and has been complimentary throughout fight week.

Speaking to BBC Sport on Monday, the 37-year-old said there was no weakness in his younger opponent’s game.

But Itauma’s reference to the wolf and sheep metaphor highlights a strategy where the “sheep” – a seemingly weaker or harmless player – pretends to be vulnerable in order to catch the stronger and more aggressive “wolf” off guard.

“We’re all heavyweights – any fight can end at any point. I’m not delusional,” said Itauma.

“I know what threat Dillian Whyte poses, I’m not overlooking him, I’m taking him seriously.”

Whyte was quick to dismiss the idea, though, as he insisted: “Ain’t no sheeps around here. A lot of wolves, but no sheeps.”

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