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Caught up on Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Conor Benn 2, a 12-round shutout for Benn.

Eubank Jr. became a shell with 30 seconds left in round one, his punches lacked zip and Benn was enjoying it in there.

A perfect rematch display, I would be tempted to stay at 160. #EubankBenn2
November 16, 2025 at 10:36 AM
No Eubank Jr-Benn 2 for me this evening, finally got to see Inside Number 9 Stage Fright.

An incredible production, Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith are masters of their craft, go and see it if you can!
November 15, 2025 at 11:19 PM
One final England match for the year, Serbia (h). #ThreeLions
November 13, 2025 at 3:50 PM
Adam Azim on Amir Khan, family and the legacy he wants to create.

My interview with the rising British super lightweight for DAZN News.

(Azim fights on the Eubank Jr. vs. Benn 2 undercard this Saturday) #EubankBenn2
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I’m the rising British star who wants to follow in the footsteps of Amir Khan | DAZN News GB
Adam Azim is hoping his career can follow a similar path to one of a legend in British boxing.
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November 13, 2025 at 8:48 AM
Adam Azim expects Kurt Scoby to struggle when they meet Saturday night at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on the undercard of Chris Eubank Jr.'s rematch with Conor Benn.

My interview for DAZN News. #EubankBenn2
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Why Adam Azim expecrs Kurt Scoby to struggle on Eubank Jr-Benn undercard | DAZN News GB
Adam Azim is expecting his American opponent to be at a disadvantage on Saturday night, live on DAZN.
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November 12, 2025 at 9:08 AM
Why Jermaine Franklin is the perfect test for Moses Itauma.

The pair will meet in Manchester on January 24, 2026 live on DAZN. #ItaumaFranklin
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Why Jermaine Franklin is the perfect test for Moses Itauma | DAZN News GB
The American has the attributes to make it awkward for the heavyweight knockout artist.
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November 11, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Moses Itauma to face Jermaine Franklin in the main event of a Magnificent 7 card in Manchester on January 24, 2026.

Franklin is a good choice of opponent who should give Itauma some much-needed rounds before the world title charge. #ItaumaFranklin
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Moses Itauma to face Jermaine Franklin on January 24 | DAZN News GB
After numerous delays and changes in opponent, Moses Itauma will return to the ring in early 2026.
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November 10, 2025 at 11:14 AM
Drake Maye’s deep throws are a joy to watch. #NEPats
November 9, 2025 at 8:41 PM
What a catch from Stefon Diggs! #NEPats
November 9, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Class performance from City, made Liverpool look ordinary.

Doku was outstanding. #mcfc
We don’t do ifs, buts, and maybes. We do absolutes.
November 9, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Fabulous goal by Doku, he deserves that, he’s been unplayable all game. #mcfc
November 9, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Jeremy Doku 😮‍💨 #mcfc
November 9, 2025 at 5:49 PM
Good first half, Liverpool’s defence is a right mess. #mcfc
HT | Two up at the half ✌️

🩵 2-0 🔴
November 9, 2025 at 5:24 PM
City vs. Liverpool will get worse when Bernardo Silva is gone, the bloke loves it. #mcfc
November 9, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Haaland #mcfc
November 9, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Don’t worry, City will miss this. #mcfc
November 9, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Vergil Ortiz Jr. did the business last night, now it's time to make Ortiz vs. 'Boots' Ennis for early 2026. #OrtizLubin
November 9, 2025 at 9:11 AM
I swear these Radiohead setlists are getting better and better.

The three from Madrid are on another level.
November 7, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Can City please just control the final 10 or so minutes of a Champions League game. #mcfc
November 5, 2025 at 9:40 PM
ICYMI

I spoke to rising British super lightweight Adam Azim who revealed a possible date for the long-awaited fight with British rival Dalton Smith during an exclusive interview for DAZN News.
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Adam Azim reveals possible date for grudge fight against Dalton Smith | DAZN News GB
Adam Azim is confident a fight with domestic rival Dalton Smith will happen before the end of 2026.
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November 5, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Sad to see the demolition of the San Siro in Milan going ahead.

Very lucky to have visited when England played Italy in the Nations League there in September 2022.
November 5, 2025 at 3:33 PM
🚨EXCLUSIVE🚨

Adam Azim is confident a long-awaited showdown with British rival Dalton Smith will take place between October and December next year.

Read all about it on DAZN News.
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Adam Azim reveals possible date for grudge fight against Dalton Smith | DAZN News GB
Adam Azim is confident a fight with domestic rival Dalton Smith will happen before the end of 2026.
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November 5, 2025 at 11:42 AM
Erling Haaland being compared to Lionel Messi, and what makes him different to one of, if not the best player to kick a ball around on some grass. #mcfc
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Haaland compared to Messi, but this is why he’s a different goalscoring machine | DAZN News GB
Erling Haaland is on the same level as the Argentinian football legend, but he is a completely different type of player.
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November 3, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Pretty comfortable against Bournemouth in the end for City.

A big week coming up, Dortmund in the Champions League and then Liverpool in the Barclays. #mcfc
November 2, 2025 at 6:34 PM
Niccccooooooo, lovely finish to make it 3-1 City. #mcfc
November 2, 2025 at 5:53 PM