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Liam Smith: Conor Benn was mentioned, I would love for that to be next

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Smith lost his rematch to Eubank Jr in September Photo Credit: Lawrence Lustig/Boxxer

Liam Smith says he is open to fighting Conor Benn.  Photo: Mark Robinson/Ed Mulholland/Matchroom Boxing
Liam Smith says he is open to fighting Conor Benn. Photo: Mark Robinson/Ed Mulholland/Matchroom Boxing

Liam Smith has opened the door to an all-British clash with Conor Benn and admits he would love to meet ‘The Destroyer’ next.

Smith was out of the ring after losing a rematch to Chris Eubank Jr. in September. This was the fight that Benn was scheduled to fight first before he tested positive for the banned substance Clomiphene, which stopped the fight.

Benn’s combat situation is unclear after the BBBofC and UKAD fight good luck with your appeal regarding the lifting of his transient suspension which prevents him from fighting in the UK.

“Beefy” revealed that Benn’s promoter, Eddie Hearn he has previously mentioned a clash with the Ilford man, and although ideally he would prefer a transition fight first, the Liverpool man insists he would be willing to face his British rival next.

“Conor was mentioned to me,” Smith said IFLTV.

Smith lost a rematch with Eubank Jr in September.  Photo: Lawrence Lustig/Boxxer
Smith lost a rematch with Eubank Jr in September. Photo: Lawrence Lustig/Boxxer

“Like I’ve always said, I would take this fight in a heartbeat.

“I would love this next fight. If I have one in between, great.

“As I said, there was a lot of talk about it when I was in Canada [for Artur Beterbiev vs Callum Smith].

“Eddie asked me if I wanted to fight him. I replied, “Of course, I would love to.”

“There’s no point in mentioning names until I say, ‘Here we go, we’ll give you one fight and then we’ll give you Conor for X amount of money.’

Smith, a former super welterweight world champion, fought up at middleweight to face Eubank Jr, while Benn, who has fought at welterweight for most of his career, has fought at super welterweight.

Smith says he still holds out hope of becoming a two-weight world champion, but admits his priority is to secure the biggest fights possible, even if it doesn’t result in a world title fight.

“At this stage and in the position I am in, I am recovering from defeat,” added the 35-year-old.

“So I’ll be realistic and I won’t get a world title shot, right.

Benn is currently unable to fight in the UK.  Photo: Ed Mulholland/Matchroom
Benn is currently unable to fight in the UK. Photo: Ed Mulholland/Matchroom

“One victory in the comeback fight will not give me a fight for the world title.

“You know, it depends, but we’ll see.

“Like I said, I will lose weight properly. I’ll go back to 160 [lbs] next time and then we will go there.

“I will see how I feel and what realistic options I have.

“Of course, huge fights. I won’t continue boxing if I don’t take part in huge fights.

“I need fights that, as they say, will get me off the couch.”

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Jake Paul said he would be ‘swallowed alive’ by another boxer before the Mike Tyson fight

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Former cruiserweight world champion Tony Bellew has issued a stern warning to YouTube star-turned-boxer Jake Paul, saying he would be “eaten alive” in the boxing ring.

“The Problem Child” Jake Paul is preparing for an extremely invigorating meeting with Mike Tyson, whose fight will take place on November 15 at the AT&T Arena in Arlington, Texas in front of an audience of 90,000. Paul’s rise from internet sensation to professional boxer has seen him face the likes of Tyron Woodley, Anderson Silva and Nate Diaz.

His only mistake, which boasts a 10-1 record, came at the hands of Tommy Fury last year in a points decision.

The fight between the internet phenomenon and the heavyweight legend was originally scheduled for July, but was postponed when Tyson stopped training due to a recurrence of his peptic ulcer. However, “Iron Mike” has renewed his fitness efforts and is adamant about getting back to the square footage soon.

Confirmation of the fight was met with criticism amid concerns for Tyson’s well-being after the former world heavyweight champion, 58, revealed he had trouble walking after sparring. Doubts persist as to whether Tyson will be forceful enough for the fight, prompting speculation that the fight could be canceled again.

Despite Tyson’s skepticism and experience over the years, Paul remains confident that Tyson is in good shape, stating that preparations for the boxing titan’s fight are going well. It’s Mike Tyson or nothing,” Paul declared, emphasizing the draw for the main event. “But most of all, he’s well, he feels amazing and he’s doing great in camp.”

Bellew has once again expressed his disdain for Paul’s boxing endeavors, suggesting that the YouTuber is avoiding real challenges in the ring. In candid remarks to Safest Casino Sites, he stated: “Listen, everyone has their price, but he [Jake Paul] he would never fight me, I would eat him alive.

“Just face a real boxer. I’ll tell you what, just come to England, get your license and try to get an English title. If you manage to get an English or British title, I’ll take my hat off to you. Or go and do it in the USA, do it where you are from.

“Win the United States cruiserweight title. As soon as he faces anyone with any reasonable boxing experience, he’s got it. They’re taking him to school.”

The former British boxing champion is clearly unimpressed with Paul’s upcoming fight against Tyson, a clear indication of his willingness to replace Tyson if the opportunity arises, albeit for the right amount of money.

Bellew stated in September: “I have no real hunger or desire to face Jake Paul, to be completely candid. Do I want to? No, probably not. But would I do it? Yes. Everyone has their price. yes, definitely, but do I want to? Not really, no.

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“I’m not saying he’s gone, but…” – Carl Froch on Ben Whittaker

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Whittaker and Cameron fell out of the ring Photo Credit: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

Carl Froch admits he is worried about Ben Whittaker after draw with Liam Cameron. Photo: Dave Thompson/Matchroom/Leigh Dawney/Queensberry Promotions
Carl Froch admits he is worried about Ben Whittaker after draw with Liam Cameron. Photo: Dave Thompson/Matchroom/Leigh Dawney/Queensberry Promotions

Carl Froch admits he is concerned about Ben Whittaker’s fine career after Saturday’s draw with Liam Cameron.

Both Whittaker and Cameron fell out of the ring, and the fight was called off in the fifth round, with “The Surgeon” leaving the arena in a wheelchair.

Many were quick to judge that the 2020 Olympic silver medalist had quit, even though his promoter Ben Shalom said he suffered ankle and neck injuries.

“Following the unprecedented match-ending incident on Saturday evening, Ben Whittaker is undergoing further neck examinations as a previous injury aggravated following a fall,” Shalom said. Heavenly sports.

“He also suffered a sprained ankle and will begin the rehabilitation process as soon as he is cleared by doctors and is determined to return to the ring as soon as possible.”

Former super middleweight world champion Froch insists Whittaker’s performance is cause for concern.

“I think the fight could have continued,” the 47-year-old said Froch About the fight.

“Some say Ben Whittaker actually left and it would make sense because he was under pressure.

“I think Cameron is really pissed off and Ben Whittaker is probably content that the fight is over.

Whittaker and Cameron fell out of the ring. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing
Whittaker and Cameron fell out of the ring. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

“No matter how you look at it, Ben Whittaker has disappointed a bit, so you have to worry about how large of a prospect he will be at world level.

I hope he comes back well and robust and shows us all that he is a beginning.

“I love watching him fight. I love his razzmatazz. I love his energy, nonchalance in the ring and self-confidence.

“But he looked a little under-muscled last night and the way he came out in the wheelchair, I just think for me it was a little bit of looking for a way out.

“I’m not saying he gave up, but it was definitely a little iffy the way that fight ended.”

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Jake Paul has already been told by Mike Tyson’s replacement option that he will be ready to fight

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Roy Jones Jr has expressed his willingness to fight Jake Paul if he is called upon to replace Mike Tyson. The 55-year-old boxing icon said he was looking forward to replacing Tyson after the scheduled July 20 fight between Paul and Tyson proved to be a setback.

Tyson had to withdraw from the long-awaited fight due to being declared incapacitated due to the recurrence of a peptic ulcer. Considered one of the most talented fighters to ever step into the ring, Jones faced Tyson in an eight-round exhibition match, who had scored no goals four years earlier.

Still, the accomplished multiple world heavyweight champion didn’t mince words about the prospect of facing Paul, showing he’s ready to compete if he gets the nod. “I’m kind of thinking about it,” Jones told Betway earlier this year, referring to the possibility of facing Paul. “I might try to get in shape if that happens. Maybe I can achieve that.”

“I’ve never thought about it before, but given the situation surrounding the fight, I think it’s a great idea and I’ll be ready and in shape because if the fight doesn’t happen, this will be the perfect replacement fighter for Mike Tyson with Jake Paul is something I was thinking about, if the fight happens, then yes.

Despite retiring six years ago, Jones couldn’t resist returning to fight former UFC champion Anthony Pettis last September, which he lost on points, reports said. Mirror. Addressing the rumors circulating about a potential fight with Tommy Fury, Paul’s previous opponent, and the possibility of facing Julio Cesar Chavez Jr at the exhibition, the former heavyweight champion expressed his enthusiasm.

“Of course the Tommy Fury thing came up, and one day someone asked me if I would fight Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. at the gala, and it’s crazy. I would jump on it, but now that it’s out there, it makes sense for Jake Paul to get into shape, and it would be one of the biggest fights of the decade.”

Jones, reflecting on the much-discussed fight, admitted he couldn’t imagine Paul beating Tyson, once called the most feared man in boxing. He suggested that despite Paul’s juvenile age, Tyson’s skills would likely overwhelm him.

Speaking to FightHype, Jones said: “It’s a juvenile lion and an elderly lion. It’s a great situation for them. He gives Jake a chance because Mike is his age. I think it’s a great opportunity for both players, but still, I think Mike will be a little too large for Jake.

While Jones appears ready to go, reports indicate that Tyson, 58, has recovered from a grave relapse of a peptic ulcer that left him dizzy during a flight from Miami to Los Angeles in May, allowing him to enter the ring against Paul .

Paramedics rushed to facilitate Tyson at LAX and, after a thorough examination, confirmed he was doing well despite his fear. Discussing the incident with Mail Online, Tyson revealed that his food choices were to blame for his health scare, revealing: “I was eating too much bad food and stuff and it made me diseased.”

The highly anticipated fight between Tyson and Paul will take place on November 15 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. They are expected to fight in front of a potential audience of 90,000 viewers, and the fight will be streamed live on Netflix.

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