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‘Best scrap of night’ say fans as disgraceful brawl breaks out in crowd with limbs everywhere at major boxing event
A BRAWL between fans was described as the “best scrap of the night” at a boxing event in Australia.
Jai Opetaia defended his IBF cruiserweight title Down Under against rival David Nyika on the Gold Coast.
And despite going on to put on an incredible performance with a stunning fourth-round knockout – some silly fans were too occupied to watch.
Footage online showed a disgraceful brawl between a small section of supporters in the arena.
In the video, a group of men are seen swinging punches and grabbing hold of each other.
And one fan joked: “Best scrap of the night so far.”
Another said: “Security are nowhere to be seen, they must be the ones recording.”
A third sighed: “Everyone is an MMA fighter now.”
Despite the ugly scenes in the crowd, Opetaia, 29, put on a dominant display to dismantle Nyika, 29.
He retained his title and called out WBA and WBO champ Gilberto Ramirez to a unification.
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He said: “Ramirez, I’m coming for the belts. We’re coming for the rest of those belts.”
Ramirez, 33, is coming off a big points win over Brit Chris Billam-Smith, 34, to add the WBO to his WBA title.
And promoter Eddie Hearn also wants Opetaia to become undisputed champ at cruiserweight before moving up to challenge Oleksandr Usyk, 37.
He said: “Jai is going to pick up all the belts in the cruiserweight division to become undisputed.
“And then we want to push him into a fight with Oleksandr Usyk as well to try and become undisputed at heavyweight as well.
“You have to search for greatness, he’s good enough to do it.
“I believe he’s the only person now in the division, cruiserweight or heavyweight that can genuinely give Oleksandr Usyk a real, real fight.
“But to do it, we have to pick up every belt in the cruiswerweight division first.”
Arsenal dealt fresh blow as Carabao Cup ball slammed by Mikel Arteta to be used in Premier League next season
THE Carabao Cup ball slammed by Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta will be used in the PREMIER LEAGUE next season.
Gunners chief Arteta suggested the “tricky” Puma ball used by the EFL in its flagship competition had been a factor in his side’s shooting woes during the 2-0 semi-final first leg defeat by Newcastle.
Arteta said the Puma balls “fly a lot”, admitting “there’s details that we can do better”.
Pressed further, Arsenal‘s boss added: “It’s just different. It’s very different to a Premier League ball.
“You have to adapt to that because it flies different.
“When you touch it, the grip is very different as well, so you adapt to that.”
But Arteta and his players will certainly have to adapt next term as Prem chiefs will switch to the SAME ball for the new season.
The Prem has used Nike balls since 2000 but a contract dispute saw the decision to switch to Puma from the 2025-26 season in what was described as a “lucrative” deal.
SunSport understands that an exact version of the Carabao Cup ball has already been developed and agreed as the new Prem model – despite the complaints by some managers about it this season.
Moving to Puma may, though, help ease the delayed introduction of semi-automated offside technology.
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The versions used by Fifa and Uefa have been developed in collaboration with Adidas, while Italy’s Serie A has brought in the technology with a Puma ball.
PGMOL had hoped to introduce a semi-automated system developed by US-based Genius Sports in the autumn but it is now not expected to be unrolled until next term after issues in decision-making accuracy.
Working with Puma specialists, who have already used a similar system, over the coming months should enable a fool-proof version to be ready for the big kick-off in August.
On the ball, an EFL spokesman said: “As is required throughout the professional game, the Puma ball used in this season’s Carabao Cup and in EFL competition since 2021/22 is tested in accordance with the Fifa Quality Programme for Footballs, and meets the FIFA Quality Pro standard.
“In addition to the Carabao Cup, the same ball has been successfully used in other major European leagues, including both Serie A and LaLiga and our three divisions in the EFL.
“All Clubs play with the same ball, and we have received no further comments of this nature following any of the previous 88 fixtures which have taken place in this season’s Carabao Cup.”
Arsenal ratings vs Newcastle as Havertz fluffs golden chance with academy statlet the only bright light for Gunners
ARSENAL have a mountain to climb to reach the Carabao Cup final after a shock 2-0 first-leg defeat to Newcastle.
Here SunSport’s Jordan Davies rates every Arsenal player on a disappointing night at the Emirates…
DAVID RAYA – 6/10
Looked nervy with ball at feet at times but could do nothing to stop Alexander Isak’s brilliant close-range finish.
Unlucky to see his palmed save tapped in by Anthony Gordon.
MYLES LEWIS-SKELLY – 8
The academy product was very impressive again. Turned out of danger well at both ends of the pitch. So calm under pressure.
GABRIEL – 6
Gave Isak far too much space to manoeuvre a shot in the box before the Toon’s second. Wasteful and ineffective from corners.
WILLIAM SALIBA – 6
Had an early effort blocked near the line by Dan Burn. Was dealing with Isak well until losing a header to Sven Botman that saw the Toon striker score.
JURRIEN TIMBER – 5
Missed an absolute sitter from a yard out from a corner.
Was then caught sleeping just after the break to allow Gordon to double Newcastle’s lead.
THOMAS PARTEY – 6
Linked defence and attack fairly well without ever really doing anything spectacular.
DECLAN RICE – 6
Plays Jacob Murphy onside from a flicked on free-kick that leads to Newcastle taking the lead.
Took more responsibility in the second half on the ball.
MARTIN ODEGAARD – 7
Heavily man-marked by Joelinton but looked back to his very best after a spate of illness.
GABRIEL MARTINELLI – 8
Much more direct in his running. Unlucky not to open the scoring with his driven shot hitting the post after a half-way line sprint.
Continued to be positive in his play – just lacked the finishing touch.
LEANDRO TROSSARD – 6
Sneakily got away with dragging Isak down to stop the Swede joining a Newcastle counter in the first half and a good first-time pass to set Martinelli away. Those were his only highlights.
KAI HAVERTZ – 5
May just be back from a sickness bug, but the big German did very little, apart from somehow fluffing a header wide unmarked from six yards.
SUBS:
JORGINHO (PARTEY, 59) – 7
Some nice passes into dangerous areas and sprayed the ball about with conviction.
GABRIEL JESUS (TROSSARD, 59) – 6
Lively and sharp without every really testing Newcastle’s back four or goal.
OLEKSANDR ZINCHENKO (LEWIS-SKELLY, 77) – 5
Booked within a minute of coming on for a rash challenge on Joelinton.
Mikel Arteta faces third ball of the week after Newcastle excuse as Man Utd look to inflict more cup pain on Arsenal
ARSENAL manager Mikel Arteta bizarrely suggested the Carabao Cup ball factored into his team’s 2-0 defeat to Newcastle on Tuesday.
But the Gunners will be forced to play with another different football this weekend when they face Manchester United in the FA Cup third round.
As things stand, Arsenal remain competitive in four different major competitions – each of which use a different ball.
Arteta highlighted the main differences after the club’s defeat to Newcastle earlier this week, citing numerous missed attempts on goal.
He explained: “We also kicked a lot of balls over the bar, and it’s tricky that these balls fly a lot so there’s details that we can do better.
“But at the end that’s gone, there’s no way back it’s about the next game and that’s our world, the reality is our world.
“It’s just different. Very different to a Premier League ball, and you have to adapt to that because it flies different.
“When you touch it the grip is very different as well so you adapt to that.”
In response to Arteta’s comments, an EFL spokesperson said: “As is required throughout the professional game, the PUMA ball used in this season’s Carabao Cup and in EFL competition since 2021/22 is tested in accordance with the FIFA Quality Programme for Footballs, and meets the FIFA Quality Pro standard.
“In addition to the Carabao Cup, the same ball has been successfully used in other major European leagues, including both Serie A and LaLiga and our three divisions in the EFL.
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“All Clubs play with the same ball, and we have received no further comments of this nature following any of the previous 88 fixtures which have taken place in this season’s Carabao Cup.”
Before Tuesday’s semi-final against Newcastle, 27 of Arsenal’s 51 shots in the Carabao Cup this season were on target – an average of 53 per cent with the Puma football.
In comparison, 102 of Arsenal’s 197 shots in the Premier League have been on target – an average of 52 per cent with the Nike ball.
And in the Champions League, the Gunners have managed to direct 58 per cent of their shots on target – 33 out of 57 shots with the Adidas ball.
The Carabao Cup ball slammed Arteta will be used in the Prem next season.
Sun Sport understands that an exact version of the ball has already been developed and agreed as the new Prem model – despite the complaints by some managers about it this season.
Like other competitions, the FA Cup also involves the use of a different ball.
The beloved domestic competition has its footballs supplied by Mitre.
Arsenal will use them for the first time this season on Sunday when they face Man Utd.
The Gunners will go into the match with some key players absent.
Bukayo Saka remains sidelined with a hamstring injury, while his replacement, Ethan Nwaneri, is also unavailable due to a muscle problem.
Ben White and Takehiro Tomiyasu both remain absent from the squad due to injuries.
Cup ball to be used in Prem
By Martin Lipton
THE Carabao Cup ball slammed by Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta will be used in the PREMIER LEAGUE next season.
Gunners chief Arteta suggested the “tricky” Puma ball used by the EFL in its flagship competition had been a factor in his side’s shooting woes during the 2-0 semi-final first leg defeat by Newcastle.
Arteta said the Puma balls “fly a lot”, admitting “there’s details that we can do better”.
Pressed further, Arteta added: “It’s just different. It’s very different to a Premier League ball.
“You have to adapt to that because it flies different.
“When you touch it, the grip is very different as well, so you adapt to that.”
But Arteta and his players will certainly have to adapt next term as Prem chiefs will switch to the SAME ball for the new season.
The Prem has used Nike balls since 2000 but a contract dispute saw the decision to switch to the German manufacturer from the 2025-26 season in what was described as a “lucrative” deal.
Sun Sport understands that an exact version of the Carabao Cup ball has already been developed and agreed as the new Prem model – despite the complaints by some managers about it this season.
Moving to Puma may, though, help ease the delayed introduction of semi-automated offside technology.
The versions used by Fifa and Uefa have been developed in collaboration with Adidas, while Italy’s Serie A has brought in the technology with a Puma ball.
PGMOL had hoped to introduce a semi-automated system developed by US-based Genius Sports in the autumn but it is now not expected to be unrolled until next term after issues in decision-making accuracy.
Working with Puma specialists, who have already used a similar system, over the coming months should enable a fool-proof version to be ready for the big kick-off in August.
‘Gutted’ Corrie star hits out at Charlotte Jordan’s shock exit – after she’s ‘pulled in for showdown with bosses’
CORONATION Street legend Sally Ann Matthews has declared she is “gutted” after learning her co-star Charlotte Jordan has quit.
Sally, 54, made her feelings clear after Charlotte became the fifth cast member from the crisis-hit soap to leave in a month.
Last week, The Sun told how long-running Corrie star Sally had been hauled before furious bosses following a bizarre online rant.
Sally, who plays Jenny Bradley, had claimed to fans that the hit ITV soap could no longer afford to film on location.
Taking to social media platform Bluesky, she has now shared her disappointment at the news of co-star Charlotte’s departure.
Tipped as ‘the new Michelle Keegan’, 28-year-old Charlotte has played barmaid Daisy Midgeley for four years.
But Sally Ann simply wrote online: “#Gutted x.”
Replying, one fan said: “Sal I’m heartbroken. Tell her no x.”
And another pleaded: “Don’t let Daisy take Jenny with her.”
Charlotte announced her shock departure from Coronation Street on Tuesday evening.
She said: “My time at Coronation Street is something I’ll always cherish.
“After a brilliant four years for Daisy, it’s time for me to start a new chapter and explore other opportunities.”
Charlotte added: “It’s been a privilege to be part of a wonderful institution with even more wonderful colleagues who have taught me so much.
“After a brilliant four years for Daisy it’s time for me to start a new chapter and explore other opportunities.”
The news about Charlotte’s exit comes after four other actors announced they are quitting or have been written out of the soap since December.
Colson Smith (Craig Tinker), Sue Cleaver (Eileen Grimshaw), Luca Toolan (Mason Radcliffe) and Sue Devaney (Debbie Webster) are all leaving Weatherfield.
Sean Wilson, meanwhile, was axed in September over a historical sex claim of which he was later cleared.
He had been due to return as Martin Platt as part of the departure storyline for Gail Platt, played by Helen Worth.
Money rant
Last week, The Sun told how Corrie bosses had pulled Sally Ann into an emergency meeting following her online rant about the show in December.
A fan had asked the actress where on location she would like to film, to which she replied: “We don’t do on location … right … ok so the whole ‘Corrie doesn’t do location any more.’
“Thankfully because I fricking hate being on location – location is s**t – I hate it.
“So I’m glad ITV have got no money – am I allowed to say that?
“Well I have said it.”
The Sun contacted Coronation Street for comment.
Coronation Street's most recent exits
Charlotte Jordan announced she was quitting Coronation Street on January 7, 2025. She has played Daisy Midgeley for four years.
Colson Smith revealed he had been axed as Craig Tinker on January 6. He said to fans on social media: “Autumn last year I was told that Craig Tinker’s time on the Cobbles is to come to end in 2025.”
Sue Cleaver exclusively told The Sun On Sunday on January 4 that she has quit playing Eileen Grimshaw after 25 years. Sue has already filmed her exit scenes.
Luca Toolan suddenly bowed out this month after his character Mason Radcliffe was brutally murdered. Luca was told his character was getting the chop last year.
Sue Devaney was said to be ‘furious’ after discovering she was being killed off. She found out last month her character, Debbie Webster, will die in a health storyline this year.
A TV insider told us: “It’s not the first time Sally has raised eyebrows with her comments.
“It’s no secret that the budget isn’t what it used to be, but it’s not something that the actors are encouraged to speak about publicly.
“She’s due to go in and meet with bosses and talk about how she is feeling on the soap in the general. She’s clearly not happy and neither are they.”
The Sun recently told how Corrie stars are set to be offered shorter contracts amid falling viewing figures and a financial squeeze.
