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Shannon Briggs has made a sensational claim that boxing legend Mike Tyson “still wants to fight” and would sweep aside Deontay Wilder in a fight.

‘Iron’ Mike, 53, was one of the most feared punchers in boxing history and remains the youngest boxer to ever win a heavyweight championship.

When Briggs was asked who would win in a fight out of Tyson or WBC champ Wilder, he told EsNews: “Tyson will win! [Are] you crazy?

“Before you go in the ring with Mike Tyson, you lose everything you win in the training camp out of fear.”

Former undisputed champ Tyson retired from boxing after back-to-back defeats to Danny Williams and Kevin McBride.

But Briggs, 48, suggested that the ‘Baddest Man on the Planet’ isn’t through with fighting.

When the former WBO champ was asked if he wanted to fight Tyson, he responded: “No, no, that’s my boy. I love him as my big bro.

“But he said he still wants to fight, though. He said he still wants to fight!”

Wilder and Tyson have had a heated rivalry in the past and fans have debated what would have happened if the two power punchers had met in a mega-fight.

The 34-year-old WBC champ previously bragged about the idea that he could have beaten the boxing legend in his prime.

But ‘Iron’ Mike swiftly shot down the idea that the ‘Bronze Bomber’ would have stood any chance of beating him in a dream fight.

Wilder, who holds a better knockout record over Tyson in their first 42 professional fights, called out the boxing legend last year.

Tyson was in attendance for the KO artist’s sensational KO victory over Luis Ortiz last November and praised him at ringside to the others around him.

But a furious Wilder blasted the living legend for not singing his praises in public.

“I had some people sitting by Mike [at my fight]. Mike gave me some praises, which I wish he would have said in public,” the WBC kingpin said.

“Behind closed doors is cute and s**t, but out in public? Just express yourself.

“I don’t know what the deal is with the old generation, new generation. Like, the old is the past, bro. Let it go.”

Lennox Lewis ran the gauntlet of top heavyweight boxers in the 1990s and early 2000s.

The Brit famously became the division’s last undisputed world champion – a feat Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are looking to match on February 17.

Lewis beat Evander Holyfield in their 1999 rematch – having widely been adjudged to have been robbed in the first one, which ended in a draw – to unify all the belts at the time and defended his crown with a KO of Mike Tyson in 2002.

And the champion confirmed that, of all the opponents he fought in his career, Holyfield was the most skilful.

“Evander was very talented,” Lewis told Ring Magazine in a 2015 interview. “Although I was disappointed that he used his head as a punch in those fights.

“The word was that he was the greatest heavyweight of our era but nobody could say that until he fought Lennox Lewis.

“In the first fight he was over confident, singing during his ring walk, so I went after him and he was shocked to get that draw.

“Second time around he knew what to expect so it was a tougher fight but I still won comfortably.”

However, when asked to name the hardest hitter he fought, Lewis did not name Tyson like many may have expected considering the power that saw him initially blitz through boxing’s glamour division. In the end, he had one more fight before realising he no longer had the hunger to step into the ring.

Instead, Shannon Briggs was his answer.

Lewis boxed Briggs in a firefight 1998 for the WBC title, which saw him staggered and hurt.

He ultimately weathered the storm and emerged victorious by knockout in round five, but has clearly not forgotten how hard his rival’s punches felt.

Lewis admitted: “He lacked endurance but Briggs certainly knew how to put his bodyweight behind a punch.

“Unfortunately for him you need the full package when you face me so power isn’t enough.”

Lewis lost just twice in his career, but explained why they aren’t the hardest hitters. “Fans may expect me to say Oliver McCall or Hasim Rahman for punching power but I basically set myself up against both of them.”

Asked to name the strongest heavyweight he faced, Lewis added: “Rahman was very strong in the first fight and then he landed a lucky punch.

“People say that there’s no such thing as a lucky punch but it’s a punch thrown ‘one time.’

“In the rematch he couldn’t get near me so I don’t know how strong he was that night.”

He lost twice but exacted revenge on both defeats and retired in 2003 after being Vitali Klitschko.

His title as the last undisputed heavyweight champion is something he rightly proud of given it was a goal of his as a fighter and has called on the current stars to join him in the elite club.

A new member will inducted very soon.

FRANCIS NGANNOU has vowed to knock out Anthony Joshua – believing it will be an easier night’s work than against Tyson Fury.

Ngannou put his MMA career on hold last year to cross over to the boxing ring for a fight with the Gypsy King.

 

 

And the boxing debutant astonishingly floored Fury, 35, but failed to keep him down before losing a controversial decision.

But Ngannou, 37, claimed he will not make the same mistake of letting Joshua, 34, back up when they share the ring in March.

He said on The MMA Hour: “I think most likely [I will] knock Anthony Joshua out. I think that he’s easier to go down than Fury.

“That was my first fight in boxing. As anyone, I’m just improving, and the gap of improvement for a beginner like me, it’s huge.

 

 

“I’m just a beginner improving. No one still knows what I can do. Not that he’s not a strong fighter.

“He’s a very tough fighter, but he’s easier to send down than Fury, and it’s harder for him to get back up than Fury.

“If AJ takes the punch that Fury took, I don’t guarantee that he is getting up.

“I have heard that he doesn’t have a chin, I am going to find out.”

 

 

Joshua was expected to face Deontay Wilder, 38, until the American was stunned by Joseph Parker, 31.

So AJ was forced to look elsewhere for a blockbuster bout and fell on the ex-UFC champion, who praised for British star for his last win over Otto Wallin. 32.

Ngannou said: “He looked amazing. Congratulations to him. He was doing his job properly. His speed was there.

“He looked sharp, very sharp, but on the other hand, I think there wasn’t a response in front of him.

“I think I will have a better response in front of him that will put him not in such comfortable positions and situations.

“I think he’s still the same fighter, that doesn’t mean he can’t lose. I’m intending to hand him a loss. Things will change.

“Things will be different. I will not stand there and just look at him. It’s going to be different.

“I’m going to throw some bombs out there, and he’s going to be mindful of what he’s doing.”

David Beckham has been announced as the new brand partner for Nespresso, in the latest big-money deal for the footballer.

The former England captain, 48, already boasts a net worth of £372 million, and has now joined forces with the coffee brand for a new campaign.

Announcing the partnership on Instagram, David appeared in a promotional clip enjoying one of Nespresso’s famous drinks.

Speaking about the campaign, David said: ‘I’ve always loved Nespresso coffee.

‘Whether I am having a quiet moment at home with my family or preparing myself for a business meeting, the variety of blends is great

It’s so simple to make, and every cup tastes incredible. With Nespresso, David will share an exclusive view of the genuine coffee moments he enjoys.

This includes quiet moments to himself around his hectic schedule, making his favourite Nespresso coffees and recipes

Highlighting how he needs a moment of mindfulness, either with family or to himself as part of his morning ritual.

Anna Lundstrom, CEO for Nespresso in the UK and ROI said: ‘David Beckham has always had an unforgettable style

Taste and passion for creating elevated experiences which are many of the qualities of Nespresso.

‘We are delighted to be working with David to showcase his genuine love for the nations favourite drink and his journey of coffee discovery

As well as showing how even the routine coffee moments; with family, with friends, and ourselves, can make every day even more meaningful.’

This is just the latest in a long line of brand deals for David, with the sportsman seen posing for a campaign with Italian motorists Maserati in February.

Earlier this year, it was revealed that David earned a jaw-dropping £657,322 per week in 2022 – as he and his wife Victoria shared an £8million dividend from their business empire.

The power couple entered 2022 feeling flush after sales across their ventures surged following lockdowns – with the former Spice Girl’s fashion range making a loss.

Beckham Brand Holdings, which acts as the umbrella company for David’s investments and branding and Victoria’s fashion and beauty firm

Revealed in accounts filed that profits for 2021 hit £19.1m, up from £11.6m a year earlier.

Most came from DB Ventures – the former England footballer’s brand is licensed to the likes of video games producer Electronic Arts, Adidas

Watch company Tudor, whisky brand Haig Club and car manufacturer Maserati.

DB Ventures’ turnover shot up from £11.4million to £34million, while profits climbed from £12.9million to £24.1million.

Victoria’s arm, which has in the past been propped up by her husband’s success, saw losses fall from £8.7million to £5.9million as sales climbed 13 per cent to £40.9million.

Victoria Beckham Holdings, part-owned by the Beckhams and part-owned by London private equity firm Neo Investment Partners, kicked off a turnaround plan in 2021.

DAVID Beckham has ditched the diet during his getaway to Italy as he enjoyed some delicious ham-smothered pizza.

The former football player, 45, his wife Victoria, 46, their four kids and Brooklyn’s new fiancee Nicola Peltz jetted off to Puglia last week for a well-earned break.

David took to his Instagram earlier today to share some of the amazing feasts that he’s been indulging in since he landing in the south of Italy.

After revealing that his 15-year-old son Cruz bought him a testicle trimmer on his story, he went on to upload a picture of his tasty lunch.

The tattooed hunk opted for an Italian classic which was covered in a huge amount of ham.

He captioned the post: “Sooooooooooo good”

The dad-of-four then shared his second meal of the day, which consisted of some amazing looking bread, topped with some tomato and spinach.

And of course, David also made sure that he got his designer sunglasses from his own range in the shot too as he relaxed by the pool.

The family are currently staying in a villa located in Borgo Egnazia, an exclusive castle-like village favoured by celebrities

Which has a Michelin-starred restaurant, a golf course, two beach clubs and a luxury spa.

To keep themselves busy they have been seen going for bike rides and have also been moving around the village using two golf buggies.

The trip abroad is the Beckhams’ first getaway after months of lockdown at their lavish Cotswolds estate

Which boasts a plunge pool, a tennis court, fire pit, gym and outdoor cabin.

It is also the first time Brooklyn and Nicola have been seen together in public since they announced their engagement three weeks ago.

He said he had found his “soul mate” despite only dating for nine months and bought the star of Transformers: Age of Extinction a £250,000 engagement ring he designed himself.

The couple are now eyeing up the Italian resort they’re staying in as a wedding venue – where ceremonies cost up to £3million

And David and Victoria want Gordon Ramsay to cater for the food.

In the last few months, numerous celebrities have posted snippets from their summer vacation.

A few hours ago, Victoria Beckham joined the bandwagon and gave the fanbase a glimpse of her personal life.

She posted a video of her husband David Beckham working out without a shirt on. That snippet went viral on the internet within seconds.

It caught the attention of multiple big names including Salma Hayek.

Even Lionel Messi‘s wife Antonela Roccuzzo dropped a reaction. The former Spice Girl and Roccuzzo have become close since Messi and his family relocated to America.

During this summer break, a lot has happened with the Beckhams.

From parting ways with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle to spending alone time on their 100ft yacht, the fanbase has witnessed it all.

While the summer season came to an end, Victoria posted a wholesome couple of pictures on Instagram.

The first visual is an image of herself posing for the camera with a beautiful sunset happening behind.

The second visual is a video of David Beckham doing a few pushups for the camera. The Englishman was shirtless which raised the temperatures even higher.

In the caption, Victoria wrote, “Last day of summer ☀️ I love u @davidbeckham”. Undoubtedly, this carousel has gone viral on Instagram.

In less than a day, it has garnered more than 130k likes. Among the hundreds of comments, a special one stood out.

It was by Hollywood star Salma Hayek. The 56-year-old actress commented, “❤️❤️🔥😍”. Lionel Messi’s wife, Antonela Roccuzzo dropped her reaction on the viral post too.

From the looks of it, the Beckhams and the Messi family have grown closer since the World Cup winner’s move to Inter Miami.

Last month, Roccuzzo posted a gallery of images from her day out with Victoria and a few other friends. Let’s dive deeper.

A bunch of WAGs and close friends spent some time together last month.

The pictures included Antonela Roccuzzo, Victoria Beckham, Sergio Busquets’ wife Elena Galera, Isabela Grutman, and Thierry Henry’s partner Andrea Rajacic too.

This bunch of images was posted by Messi’s better half. In the caption, she wrote, “Girls 💖”. Beckham’s wife acknowledged the album by dropping a few hearts too.

Without a doubt, the fanbase loved the carousel of pictures as it garnered more than a million likes.

The Instagram post caught the attention of Cristiano Ronaldo‘s girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez.

The Spanish model preferred to appreciate the album from the sidelines while Lionel Messi kickstarts a new soccer movement in America.

Virat Kohli struck a record-breaking century and Mohammed Shami took seven wickets to guide India into the Cricket World Cup final on Wednesday.

India beat New Zealand by 70 runs in the first semifinal match in Mumbai, sparked by Kohli’s 117 that propelled the host nation

To a daunting 397-4 and thrilled a passionate crowd at Wankhede Stadium which included David Beckham.

It was Kohli’s 50th ODI hundred, breaking the record for the format he shared with India great Sachin Tendulkar, who was also at the stadium.

Shreyas Iyer scored his second consecutive hundred in the tournament – 105 off 70 balls

With four boundaries and eight sixes – as India reached the highest score in a World Cup knockout game.

The Black Caps were bowled out for 327 in their reply, with pacer Shami (7-57) taking the first four wickets — including two in three deliveries when New Zealand was going well on 220-2.

Daryl Mitchell hit 134 off 119 balls. Shami has three five-wicket hauls in six appearances this World Cup and a record four in total at the tournament.

They were the best bowling figures by an Indian bowler in ODIs, and also the best bowling figures in a World Cup knockout game.

Shami, who is now the leading bowler in the tournament with 23 wickets in only six games, was named player of the match.

“I try to take as many wickets as possible with the new ball. This is a huge platform,” he said. “We lost in the semifinals in 2015 and 2019. I want to cash in on the chance I have been given … don’t know when we will get this chance again.”

The stadium was bathed in blue jerseys and packed for a special occasion with a galaxy of cricket, soccer and Bollywood stars in attendance.

Beckham attended the game as a UNICEF goodwill ambassador.

Earlier, Kohli put on 93 runs with Shubman Gill (80), who retired hurt after scoring 79 off 65 balls. Then Kohli put on 163 runs off 128 balls with Iyer.

Rohit Sharma didn’t hesitate to bat first, with the game’s start marred by controversy over a last-minute switch in the pitch used.

The Indian skipper hit four sixes and four fours. His 47 runs off 29 balls helped India get off the blocks, adding 71 off 50 with Gill for the first wicket.

Sharma fell in the ninth over with Kane Williamson making a catch running back from mid-off.

In walked Kohli, who went about building his innings. He was happy to take the back seat as Gill took the attack to New Zealand

After Sharma’s dismissal — hitting eight fours and three sixes as he reached 50 off 41 balls.

India crossed 150 in 19.4 overs, before Gill was injured. He responded gingerly to Kohli’s call for a single. He walked off the field after receiving attention from the Indian physiotherapist.

New Zealand’s attack looked toothless on a typical sub-continental wicket.

Left-arm spinner Mitchell Santner did well to finish with 0-51 in 10 overs where the innings run-rate was above seven an over throughout.

Kohli’s innings, which included nine fours and two sixes, ended when he holed out off Tim Southee, who took 3-100 in 10 overs. He walked off to a standing ovation.

It was Kohli’s first major score in a World Cup knockout game, having failed to make double figures in three previous semifinals.

After his dismissal, Iyer took charge of the innings and raced to his hundred. His second 50 came off 32 deliveries. Lokesh Rahul finished with 39 off 20, hitting five fours and two sixes.

“It feels like a dream … too good to be true, feels surreal to me,” Kohli said at the innings’ break. “My wife is here, the person I love the most.

My idol is also here, and I was able to get to the 50th in front of them… in front of this crowd, this venue is so historic. If I could paint the perfect picture, this would be it.”

It wasn’t as easy a win as some home fans might have expected after Shami had removed both New Zealand openers Devon Conway and Rachin Ravindra for 13 runs apiece.

At 39-2, Mitchell came together with Williamson, who scored 69 runs off 73 balls.

The duo put on 181 runs off just under 25 overs for the second wicket — they started slowly, cleverly picking boundaries that put pressure back on the Indian bowlers.

New Zealand was up to 100 in 16.4 overs. Williamson reached 50 off 58 balls. Mitchell scored 50 off 49 and hit nine fours and seven sixes overall.

Williamson enjoyed two lives. First, in the 18th over, ‘keeper Lokesh Rahul failed to take advantage when the Black Caps captain was sent back from a run and out of the crease. He was on 29 then.

Rahul broke the stumps with his glove before the ball could reach the stumps. There was a lack of evidence that the second bail was off the stumps, thus ruling Williamson not out.

Shami dropped a catch off Jasprit Bumrah in the 29th over, with Williamson on 52.

The pacer more than made amends, though. Williamson holed out in the 33rd over off Shami, with Suryakumar Yadav taking a calm catch

To recharge the Indian fans. It was a game-changing moment that sucked out New Zealand’s momentum. Shami trapped Tom Latham lbw for a two-ball duck in the same over.

Mitchell had reached his second hundred of the World Cup off 85 balls, but he was laid low with cramps. His partnership with Glenn Phillips (41) came off 61 balls and they put on 75 runs.

Put under pressure, India was poor in the field with even Ravindra Jadeja guilty of getting carried away and giving over throws.

But he too made amends, like Shami, taking two fine catches to send back Phillips and Mark Chapman (2).

Kuldeep Yadav bowled a fine last two overs, giving away only six runs.

The wind went out of New Zealand’s sails when Mitchell was caught off Shami in the 46th over — his third five-wicket haul in the tournament.

“I felt bad at dropping Kane’s catch,” Shami said. “I tried a slower delivery as they were playing well and hitting their shots.

There wasn’t much dew, and we had enough runs. If there was more dew, we could have been in trouble.”

India, which has won all 10 of its games, will play in the title match for the fourth time and will look to win it for the third time, after 1983 and 2011.

Australia plays South Africa on Thursday in Kolkata in the other semifinal match. The final is on Sunday in Ahmedabad.

Some people believe that David Beckham’s underwear advertising images for the H&M brand are not suitable for children, but the world-famous player is still “protected” by the Advertising Standards Authority.

Immediately after the clip and photos of David Beckham in the advertising campaign for H&M’s new lingerie product were released

Many women were fascinated by the masculinity and hotness that comes from his powerful body. This famous male player.

However, besides those compliments, Beckham also encountered a lot of trouble when some public opinion sources criticized his advertisement

As not being suitable for television because it had a negative impact on children.

Recently, The Advertising Standards Authority received 3 complaints from the public about the overly sexy images of David Beckham in underwear ads.

They believed that this player had Excessive exposure which makes the advertisement vulgar and irresponsible.

According to the Daily Star, Watchdog, after learning of the above news, removed David’s advertisement because it could bring harm and violate standards of social responsibility.

H&M said that Beckham’s lingerie advertisement is completely free of vulgarity because all body language only shows the function and convenience of the product.

The advertising standards agency affirmed: “Because this is an underwear advertisement, it is not overly sexy or provocative.

This is also not irresponsible behavior. David Beckham’s poses and facial expressions are moderately attractive.”

Store owners also spoke up to defend David’s ad, saying it was aimed at an adult audience between the ages of 18 and 39.

Although there are many questions about Beckham’s editing, His “precious” penis is bigger than in the advertisement, but this handsome male player firmly said he never needed to use photoshop.

Recently, Nicola Peltz posted on Instagram a photo of her lying in bed in tears, along with a rather long sharing about sadness and hurt.

“Sometimes I find it difficult to express my sadness. Growing up with 7 siblings and very strong parents made me really tough.

They disciplined me to keep people from bringing me down or hurting my heart. It makes me put up a wall to protect myself, especially in this industry.

We all have days when the people around us make you feel bad, even hurt because of it.

I just thought I would write something because I never show this side of me here. I want to show this side of me.

I love you all so much and really appreciate your support.

It means a lot when you guys are kind on my personal page. I want you to know that I see and listen to you and it means a lot to me,” the female model born in 1995 confided.

The post received a lot of attention from netizens. Many celebrities support billionaire Nelson Peltz’s daughter, including her newlywed husband – Brooklyn Beckham.

“You have the best heart. I love you very much,” the eldest son of the Beckham family said.

50-year-old actress Selma Blair praised Nicola for being kind, listening and caring for others. The “Red Devils” star emphasized that Nicola will forever be an “angel” in her heart.

Meanwhile, reality TV star Paris Hilton left a short, but emotional comment: “Love you.”

Nicola Peltz’s new move comes in the context of her being suspected of having a “cold war” of discord with Victoria Beckham.

According to sources, the conflict arose before Nicola and Brooklyn’s lavish wedding took place in April 2022.

Nicola is said to be jealous of her mother-in-law’s prominence and does not want the former Spice Girls member to participate in her wedding plans.

The Beckham family was also overlooked right at the wedding when the position that should have been reserved for the groom’s family was replaced by the bride’s family.

Page Six’s exclusive source revealed that Victoria and Nicola cannot stand each other and no longer talk to each other. This situation led to Mr. and Mrs. Beckham having little contact with Brooklyn.

Romeo Beckham, aged 20, recently featured for Brentford B in their match against Fulham last Thursday.

However, during their subsequent away fixture against OH Leuven on Wednesday, he was notably absent from the bench.

The young footballer shared intimate photos with his girlfriend, Mia Regan, celebrating their fourth anniversary, garnering attention on social media.

Speculation swirled that Beckham’s omission from the squad was a consequence of these personal posts.

Nevertheless, Brentford clarified that his absence was due to a minor injury sustained after his return to training, making him unfit for the OH Leuven clash.

Currently, Beckham is on loan to Brentford’s B team, with hopes of securing a permanent contract with the English club.

The loan agreement spans 12 months, affording Brentford the option to acquire him for a nominal fee.

Despite his loan status, Beckham remains on Inter Miami’s roster, yet to make an appearance for the first team in the MLS tournament.

Notably, he has participated in 26 matches for Inter Miami II, scoring two goals and providing 10 assists.

The young winger’s future in professional football seems promising, with potential for growth and development in his career.

Beckham’s dedication to the sport and determination to succeed are evident in his performances on the field.

As he navigates through the intricacies of professional football, Beckham’s journey is closely followed by fans and pundits alike.

His family’s legacy in the sport adds an extra layer of intrigue to his career trajectory.

Despite the challenges he may face, Beckham’s passion for football remains unwavering. With each match, he strives to showcase his talent and contribute to his team’s success.

The spotlight on Beckham only intensifies as he continues to progress in his career.

However, he remains grounded and focused on honing his skills and making a meaningful impact on the pitch.