Tommy Fury is now been confirmed to have been replaced by Hasim Rahman Jr as Jake Paul's opponent for the fight scheduled for August 6 at Madison Square Garden. The world of boxing has been reacting to the news in the past 24 hours, with former world champion Paulie Malignaggi jokingly holding a "moment of silence".
Eddie Hearn gives surprising Tommy Fury vs Jake Paul fight prediction
29.06.2022 - 17:27 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Eddie Hearn has given his prediction for the upcoming Tommy Fury vs Jake Paul fight. Fury finally looks set to get his chance at fighting Paul on August 6 if issues surrounding his entry into the US can be resolved.
As it currently stands, the fight is in some doubt - with Fury having been denied a visa to enter the United States. However, the 22-year-old Brit has stated he'll be doing all he can to sort the issue out so he's able to fly to New York with still six weeks to go until the fight date.
The bout is taking place at the iconic Madison Square Garden in New York. Amanda Serrano has been announced as a dual main-event for the night after Paul co-promoted her fight with Katie Taylor at the same venue.
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The original fight was due to take place in December, but that was cancelled by the Fury camp with Tommy citing both illness and injury as the reason for his withdrawal. He was replaced by former UFC star Tyron Woodley for the fight which Paul won to extend the unbeaten start to his boxing career to 5-0-0.
Meanwhile, Fury fought on the undercard of brother Tyson's heavyweight championship win over Dillian Whyte at Wembley on April 23. He beat Daniel Bocianski to continue the unbeaten start to his career and also took his opportunity to send a message to the 25-year-old American.
Hearn previously co-promoted the Serrano and Taylor fight in New York back in April, and although he remains somewhat friendly with the American star, he has downplayed his abilities as a boxer.
However, he gave a surprising prediction on who he thinks will come out as the winner.
Speaking to Ariel Helwani on the MMA Hour, he said: "I think he probably
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