Matt Astbury
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Sportswriter by trade, portfolio is here wakelet.com/@MattAstbury.
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Amongst all the chaos, Moses Itauma and Jermaine Franklin faced the media ahead of their fight in Manchester on January 24.
Some thoughts from the Co-op Live. #ItaumaFranklin
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Some thoughts from the Co-op Live. #ItaumaFranklin
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Four talking points from Itauma vs. Franklin press conference | DAZN News GB
DAZN News' Matt Astbury was in Manchester for the launch press conference ahead of this heavyweight matchup.
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November 17, 2025 at 8:29 PM
Amongst all the chaos, Moses Itauma and Jermaine Franklin faced the media ahead of their fight in Manchester on January 24.
Some thoughts from the Co-op Live. #ItaumaFranklin
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Some thoughts from the Co-op Live. #ItaumaFranklin
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Frazer Clarke’s jaw after the Fabio Wardley rematch will look like a scratch compared to what Anthony Joshua could do to Jake Paul when he inevitably lands flush.
November 17, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Frazer Clarke’s jaw after the Fabio Wardley rematch will look like a scratch compared to what Anthony Joshua could do to Jake Paul when he inevitably lands flush.
A long day in Manchester, but it’s good to have The Magnificent 7 back, these fight cards always deliver. #ItaumaFranklin
November 17, 2025 at 5:09 PM
A long day in Manchester, but it’s good to have The Magnificent 7 back, these fight cards always deliver. #ItaumaFranklin
Willy Hutchinson and Ezra Taylor involved in a humorous exchange, everyone besides the stone faced Moses Itauma is laughing.
The build-up to this one is not to be missed. #ItaumaFranklin
The build-up to this one is not to be missed. #ItaumaFranklin
November 17, 2025 at 2:46 PM
Willy Hutchinson and Ezra Taylor involved in a humorous exchange, everyone besides the stone faced Moses Itauma is laughing.
The build-up to this one is not to be missed. #ItaumaFranklin
The build-up to this one is not to be missed. #ItaumaFranklin
Former British middleweight champion Nathan Heaney confirms that 2026 will be his final year as a professional boxer.
He still hopes to secure the dream date at Stoke City before retiring, first he needs to get past Gerome Watburton on January 24. #ItaumaFranklin
He still hopes to secure the dream date at Stoke City before retiring, first he needs to get past Gerome Watburton on January 24. #ItaumaFranklin
November 17, 2025 at 2:29 PM
Former British middleweight champion Nathan Heaney confirms that 2026 will be his final year as a professional boxer.
He still hopes to secure the dream date at Stoke City before retiring, first he needs to get past Gerome Watburton on January 24. #ItaumaFranklin
He still hopes to secure the dream date at Stoke City before retiring, first he needs to get past Gerome Watburton on January 24. #ItaumaFranklin
Arrived in Manchester for the Itauma vs. Franklin press conference.
A cracking Magnificent 7 card which also features Hutchinson vs. Taylor in a heated light heavyweight rivalry which has sprung up out of nowhere. #ItaumaFranklin
A cracking Magnificent 7 card which also features Hutchinson vs. Taylor in a heated light heavyweight rivalry which has sprung up out of nowhere. #ItaumaFranklin
November 17, 2025 at 1:25 PM
Arrived in Manchester for the Itauma vs. Franklin press conference.
A cracking Magnificent 7 card which also features Hutchinson vs. Taylor in a heated light heavyweight rivalry which has sprung up out of nowhere. #ItaumaFranklin
A cracking Magnificent 7 card which also features Hutchinson vs. Taylor in a heated light heavyweight rivalry which has sprung up out of nowhere. #ItaumaFranklin
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
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
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
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
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!
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
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!
An incredible production, Steve Pemberton and Reece Shearsmith are masters of their craft, go and see it if you can!
One final England match for the year, Serbia (h). #ThreeLions
November 13, 2025 at 3:50 PM
One final England match for the year, Serbia (h). #ThreeLions
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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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 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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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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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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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
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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My interview for DAZN News. #EubankBenn2
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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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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
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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The pair will meet in Manchester on January 24, 2026 live on DAZN. #ItaumaFranklin
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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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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
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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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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November 9, 2025 at 6:41 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
Vergil Ortiz Jr. did the business last night, now it's time to make Ortiz vs. 'Boots' Ennis for early 2026. #OrtizLubin
I swear these Radiohead setlists are getting better and better.
The three from Madrid are on another level.
The three from Madrid are on another level.
November 7, 2025 at 10:37 PM
I swear these Radiohead setlists are getting better and better.
The three from Madrid are on another level.
The three from Madrid are on another level.