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The search for Tyson Fury’s next opponent continues to rumble on.

Ricky Hatton has branded the heavyweight title picture “embarrassing” for boxing.

Tommy Fury in Saudi Arabia.After years of jibing, the pair are finally set to settle their differences next weekend in Diriyah, with YouTuber Paul the surprise favourite against Fury.Paul, 26, is yet to taste defeat in his career to date but in ex-Love Island star Fury, he faces his first fight against an actual boxer.The fight on February 26 is at a catchweight of 185lb, which is 15lb below the cruiserweight limit, but the WBC have confirmed Paul will receive a ranking if he emerges victorious.READ MORE: Tommy Fury shuts down talk he'll ditch family name if Jake Paul wins in front of TysonA statement read: "WBC President, Mauricio Sulaiman, confirms that if Jake Paul wins his upcoming bout against Tommy Fury, The WBC ratings committee will rank him in the Cruiserweight division."Jake Paul has been close to The WBC for several years, starting with the first event promoted in the UK when his brother, Logan, fought KSI; On that night Jake won The WBC amateur belt in the undercard fights."Jake has dedication and respect to the sport and The WBC will not tolerate discrimination against anyone, he deserves the opportunities that any other boxer has. He demonstrated punching power and improved skills as well as a solid chin, Tommy Fury represents a clear challenge to Paul in a battle of two undefeated professional boxers."Jake has enrolled in VADA testing Clean Boxing Program, yet another strong reason to support his stance as a boxer."The pressure all appears to be on 8-0 fighter Fury, who has been warned he will tarnish his brother Tyson's legacy, if he loses the fight.The world heavyweight champion is set to be in his corner, alongside dad John, and Fury has promised he is ready to put on a show in Saudi Arabia.

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Deontay Wilder could be set for a shock chance to regain the WBC heavyweight crown if Tyson Fury sticks to his retirement claimThe American is also considering his future in the sport but he remains the No 1 ranked heavyweight with the WBC. Fury is adamant he is walking away from the sport and if he backs up his threat to quit then the title will become vacant.WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman has opened the door for Wilder to fight for the vacant belt, should his rival Fury vacate.

Tyson Fury won't be rushed into making a decision on keeping the WBC heavyweight title despite his claim that he has retired from boxing.The Gypsy King defended the WBC crown by knocking out Dillian Whyte last week at Wembley Stadium. Fury, 33, had stated in the build up that it would be his final fight and after he stopped rival Whyte with a right uppercut, he reiterated he was walking away from the sport.

World's Scariest Man has posed next to the World's Smallest Singer in a remarkable photo showing their staggering height difference.Martyn Ford's imposing frame towers over Abdu Rozik, the singer and social media star best known for his rivalry with Hasbullah Magomedov, with Rozik forced to stand on the edge of the ring to get in the shot. The pair met at the recent boxing event in Dubai, with WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman also appearing in the picture.Ford is set to enter the ring in April and take on fellow bodybuilder the Iranian Hulk at the O2 Arena in London.The 39-year-old uploaded the image of himself, Rozik and Sulaiman to Instagram on Wednesday, along with the caption: “Dreams are only dreams, when you refuse to work hard...

Deontay Wilder could yet be given another shot at the world title as Tyson Fury’s bout with Dillian Whyte is at a deadlock in discussions for their bout.‘The Bronze Bomber’ failed to beat Fury in February 2020 and more recently, October 2021, in what's considered one of the best fighting trilogies of all time.But the American fighter has remained the number one in the World Boxing Council Ratings at the recent Convention, and he’s reportedly seen as the top contender by WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman.Meanwhile, the situation with Fury and Whyte could mean he’s handed another chance.Being the top-ranked heavyweight with the WBC, Wilder will be given a shot at fighting will get Whyte should the Fury fight not transpire.Fury’s promoter Bob

Otto Wallin is looking to throw a spanner in the works for Tyson Fury’s expected title fight against Dillian Whyte.

Tyson Fury will not be locking horns with Dillian Whyte anytime soon, according to the Gypsy King's promoter Frank Warren. WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman recently confirmed that Whyte, who is set to face Alexander Povetkin at Matchroom's Fight Camp on August 22, will be next in line for a shot at their champion if he comes out on top against the Russian.It is currently unclear who that champion will be, nonetheless, as Fury is first contracted to defend his title in a trilogy bout with Deontay Wilder.

Andy Ruiz Jr has been warned against boxing for Mexico at the Tokyo Olympics by WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman, who has vowed to ban any professional boxer who fights at the games for two years. Last year, Ruiz shared an invitation to enter qualifying for Mexico's Olympic boxing team and admitted it would be a "great honour" to represent his country.He wrote: "It would be a great honour to represent Mexico in the Olympic Games.

Tyson Fury used Deontay Wilder’s disrespect for Mike Tyson as motivation for their February rematch. The Gypsy King outclassed his opponent throughout and delivered a seventh round TKO in Wilder’s maiden defeat.There has been no shortage of bad blood between the heavyweight rivals since they fought to a controversial draw back in 2018, but it was the involvement of Tyson that made Fury particularly determined.The 31-year-old has now discussed his return to the sport in 2018 after two years out, and how he got the urge to step back into the ring.

Dillian Whyte has warned Mike Tyson not to fight reigning WBC heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, warning 'Iron Mike' he could die in the ring.