Haye v Fury confirmed for September 28th

haye24By Hayesa: At last we have the conformation that we have all been waiting for, Tyson Fury (21-0, 15 KO’s) has signed the contract that David Haye (26-2, 24 KO’s) himself signed yesterday. It means that both men will go toe to toe on September 28th in Manchester. Its a highly anticipated Heavyweight fight that many fight fans have been waiting for, especially the British Boxing fans.

Haye was involved in the last big British showdown with Derrek Chisora and will look to replicate his performance he gave on that night. Tyson Fury has thrown his fair share of comments towards David Haye over the last few weeks, but it was Haye that seemed to have the final words yesterday when he signed the contract. But Fury has agreed and the fight is on.

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The Monday Supplement: Heavyweight Boxing, What Is Going On?

wilder46By Ciaran McKinney: Once upon a time, the heavyweight boxing scene was set alight by names such as Cassius Clay, Joe Frazier, Mike Tyson, Lennox Lewis, Joe Lewis and Rocky Marciano, to name but a few. For as long as one could recall, when these warriors plied their trade in the 200lbs and over category, they captivated spectators the world over, other divisions paled into a certain insignificance, certainly when it came to live gates, viewing figures and pay per view purchases.

It has been over 11 years since there has been a bout that can fairly be referred to as a ‘Super Fight’. This battle took place between Lennox Lewis and ‘Iron’ Mike Tyson. The capacity crowd in Memphis, Tennessee witnessed a battle between two fighters that were indeed past their resplendent and brutal best.

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David Haye signs contract for Fury clash on Sep 28th – Breaking News!

haye23423By Scott Gilfoid: David Haye (26-2, 24 KO’s) has reportedly signed a contract to face unbeaten British heavyweight Tyson Fury (21-0, 15 KO’s) at a still to be determined venue. The only thing that is keeping the fight from being a solid right now is Fury signing the contract as well, and all you can do is hope that he signs for the mega domestic clash.

David Haye said this today on his social media site: “I’ve just signed to fight Fury on Sep 28, lets hope he finally agrees (and signs today) and he doesn’t keep delaying. Word around “Camp Fire” is Fury is looking to duck me and fight Toney “The Tiger”. Lets hope they are just to rumours.”

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Tony Thompson: I want that big bum [Fury]; I need his ranking

thompson4543By Scott Gilfoid: Tony Thompson (38-3, 26 KO’s) is looking to add another British scalp to his collection after taking David Price’s for the second and likely the final time last Saturday night in their rematch at the Echo Arena in Liverpool, UK.

Thompson now wants to pick off Fury and take his scalp in front of his own fans in the UK if he’ll accept the fight. Thompson doesn’t think he will, but he’s putting it out there just the same that he wants the 6’9” fighter.

Thompson said to Sky Sports “I’ll do the same thing to Fury;

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Fury wants winner takes all fight with David Haye

fury54By Scott Gilfoid: Undefeated heavyweight contender Tyson Fury (21-0, 15 KO’s) is talking about wanting a winner takes all fight with former WBA heavyweight champion David Haye (26-2, 24 KO’s), and he’s saying that Haye ran off after he agreed to a 50-50 deal to fight him.

However, Haye is saying something different, saying that Fury turned down a 50-50 deal when he attempted to make the fight happen with him.

Fury said in a video he put on his twitter today: “Team-Haye offered The Fury team a 70/30 split Haye’s way. We said not a chance in history. Both teams then agreed 50/50 five or six weeks ago.

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Tyson Fury slams David Haye

fury5445By Daniel Mcglinchey: After ongoing discussions continue between rising Heavyweight star Tyson Fury (21-0, 15 KO’s) and former WBA Heavyweight Champion David Haye (26-2, 24 KO’s) Boxing fans are starting to wonder what exactly is going on? Most fans were under the impression the fight was on and were just awaiting the big announcement. But after taking the time to delve into the situation a little deeper it appears that perhaps Mr. Haye’s camp are causing a few problems.

The Hayemaker posted a comment on a social media website earlier this week saying ‘I did everything in my power to get Fury in the ring. Even gifting him a 50/50 split. But big chump won’t sign contract for the fans.’

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Does Tyson Fury want the Haye fight ?

fury7By Bradley Swaine: We all know what happened with heavyweights Tyson Fury and David Price, Tyson gave away his belts to stay away from the 6ft 8 Liverpudlian. Tyson Fury vs David Haye has a feeling of Deja Vu Fury is already coming out with excuses and asking for an 80/20 split this is all part of his plan as he knows he can’t beat David Haye.

Peter Fury recently commented saying if it ain’t signed by the end of the month they will look elsewhere. Tyson will drag it on until the end of the month then opt out and fight someone along the lines of Seth Mitchell who recently got revenge against Jonathan Banks in a bore fest where he was less than impressive.

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Tyson Fury’s trainer says they’re ready to face Haye

haye #2By Scott Gilfoid: Peter Fury, the trainer/uncle of unbeaten heavyweight contender Tyson Fury (21-0, 15 KO’s), is saying that they are absolutely ready to fight David Haye (26-2, 24 KO’s) despite Haye’s claim that they had turned down a 50/50 offer to take the fight.

Peter Fury says they are ready to sign the contract to make the fight right now. Yesterday, Fury said on his twitter that he wanted an 80/20 split for a fight with Haye.

Peter said thesun.co.uk “We are ready to, David’s team say they are ready, so let’s get it on. We are ready to sign and as far as we’re concerned the fight is 100 percent on from our side. We are even willing to fly to London immediately to get the contract signed.”

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Haye: Fury refused 50/50 offer; won’t sign contract

fury1By Scott Gilfoid: Former WBA heavyweight champion David Haye (26-2, 24 KO’s) is saying that unbeaten contender Tyson Fury (21-0, 15 KO’s) has turned down a 50/50 deal to fight him and that he won’t sign the contract to make the fight.

Fury is talking on his twitter about wanting a bigger cut of the pie, saying he wanted an 80/20 deal. It’s hard to know if Fury is serious or not. If so, then it’s a good way of getting out of the fight by asking for too much.

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