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The Irish Sun
19-07-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Homeschooled Daniel Dubois thrives on ‘daddy's boy' jibes as Brit bruiser vows to beat down big bully Oleksandr Usyk
DANIEL DUBOIS will suffer daddy's-boy digs all day long — as long as it helps him smash up all the big bullies. The 27-year-old IBF heavyweight champ was homeschooled by giant father-of- ELEVEN Stan — who is also dad to WBC lightweight queen Advertisement 5 Daniel Dubois' dad, Stan, would make the boxer do press-ups on his knuckles until he bled Credit: Getty 5 Stan Dubois, middle, has raised a family of boxing stars, including Daniel and Caroline Credit: Getty 5 Dubois takes on Oleksandr Usyk in Saturday night's rematch Credit: EPA And until recently passing his driving test, the 6ft 5in, 17st powerhouse was still being chauffeured and chaperoned to training by the super-parent. Critics and doubters of Since his last encounter with But ahead of Saturday night's clash with Usyk the maturing man-mountain reckons taking orders from his parent is a strength not a weakness. Advertisement READ MORE SPORT STORIES He said about wanting to impress pops: 'I still feel that way most of the time. Especially when I am in the gym. 'I am like a little boy because I do whatever everyone tells me to do — that includes all of my coaches. And that makes me a good student.' Stan Dubois would tell his school-age son to start a press-up session — on his bare knuckles — and he would not stop until his hands split and bled. Peacock Gym trainer Martin Bowers guided the first 16 fights of the wonderkid's career, then Shane McGuigan helped harness and improve the freakish power for a handful of wins, before Don Charles got the job in 2023. Advertisement Most read in Boxing CASINO SPECIAL - BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS The respected and experienced coaches all added to and improved Dynamite Dan but he still sees the paternal bond as far more powerful than any teacher-student agreement. He explained: 'All the basic groundwork my dad did with me — and all my siblings — when we were little is going to give me the athletic edge over my opponents. I sparred Tyson Fury, Derek Chisora and Filip Hrgovic and no one hit as hard as Daniel Dubois 'I work hard at it every day and it's all about repetition, repetition, repetition. Advertisement 'When we have success, it makes me feel better about all the time we have spent practising over the years.' Kieran Farrell is the most recent addition to Team Dubois, joining last year. The Manchester padman and former lightweight, 35, has formed an unlikely bond with the giant Londoner. He recognises the power and inspiration Dubois takes from having dad in his gym, his corner — and his ear. Farrell told SunSport: 'I always remember an old quote: 'A father's disappointment is a very powerful tool.' Advertisement 'I know from myself and my own career. I can still remember being in a sparring session and my dad shouting at me. I can still remember the disappointment in his voice — and it made me knuckle down. 'So I know it is a real thing and I know it does work for Daniel.' 5 USYK VS DUBOIS 2: Stream, TV channel and undercard info for blockbuster Wembley fight Advertisement No-nonsense Charles, who was a Biafran child soldier in the 1960s civil war in Nigeria, has a more rigid read on the father-son relationship. He insisted: 'Dan's dad is a very strict father. Just like my father was. 'Whether you are from the Caribbean or Africa, one thing we have in common is that black parents are very strict and we have a very strict upbringing. Advertisement 'Daniel has a disciplined background from his father — and he has used boxing to occupy his children. 'He can't be doing bad because he has a world champion son and daughter.' Before Dubois demolished AJ last September in the same Wembley ring as tonight's chess match, he laid down a marker in the very first build-up face-off. When London 2012 legend Joshua took offence to a Dubois comment, he stood up and threatened to smash a chair over his head. Advertisement The security-heavy mob dived in but Dubois repeated one single sentence: 'You can't intimidate me.' It felt like a landmark moment in their rivalry and — when he laid waste to Joshua's chin and his hopes of a third world title run in the fifth — it proved to be ruthlessly true. But the underdog knows he cannot get that same psychological edge over 38-year-old maverick Usyk. At the Pug Gym in Borehamwood he told us: 'Usyk is a bit of a different cat. Advertisement 'He can switch off whenever he wants to and revert to his own language. 'That moment with AJ happened right at the beginning of our promotion, it was from the very first launch press conference. There was a very different feel to that fight than this one.' 5 Until recently, Dubois was chauffeured and chaperoned to training by his dad Credit: Getty Usyk vs Dubois 2 - All the info OLEKSANDR USYK and Daniel Dubois meet again in a blockbuster heavyweight unification fight at Wembley Stadium THIS SATURDAY! Usyk won the first fight in August 2023 via a ninth round KO - but only after Dubois knocked him to the canvas with a body blow that was ruled a low blow. Dubois, 27, has improved massively since that first meeting, reeling off stunning wins over Jarrell Miller, Filip Hrgovic and Anthony Joshua. Here's everything you need to know ahead of the big fight... INFO All the info for Usyk vs Dubois 2 Latest ticket availability and price How much are Usyk and Dubois earning for the rematch? Get £50 in bonuses talkSPORT BET LATEST NEWS, EXCLUSIVES & FEATURES Dubois walked into Wembley ten months ago as the unfancied contender — and left as the bona fide belt-holder and the new people's champion. Advertisement It was similar to the 2023 clash with Usyk, when he went to the Ukrainian's adopted home of Wroclaw, Poland. He had barely any support but lasted nine rounds before being physically and mentally broken down by Usyk's brilliance. Tonight he will be the local legend — with 80,000 Brits roaring him on — and have all of his home comforts. He admitted: 'The crowd will make a big difference. Having a home crowd behind you is always good. Advertisement 'But so is training in your own gym and sleeping in your own bed the night before the fight. 'That short, familiar journey from your home to the fight makes things easier.' For a decade, Dubois has been a tough man to interview — his face would sink when he saw us and our dictaphones at the gym. His upbringing has made him drastically different to the British superstars and showmen, deep-thinkers, Travellers, extroverts and trash-talkers who have grabbed our attention and headlines. Advertisement But thanks to a fantastic run of form, a licence to drive and to thrill, he seems happier and more open. Charles summed it up best when he said: 'Dan has matured, he has blossomed like a flower.'
News18
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
Crime Thriller Eleven Heads To OTT Just Weeks After Theatrical Debut
Last Updated: The crime thriller will be available on three OTT platforms- Tentkotta, Aha Tamil and SimplySouth from June 13. Naveen Chandra-starrer Eleven was released in theatres on May 16. The bilingual Tamil-Telugu crime thriller, helmed by Lokkesh Ajls, received mixed reviews from both audiences and critics. The film gained attention for its engaging narrative, intense performances and its bilingual format. Now within less than a month of its theatrical release, the film has garnered its digital rights. It will soon be streaming on Tentkotta from June 13. Sharing a poster of the movie, the OTT platform announced, 'One case. Countless questions. No easy answers. #ELEVEN — the critically acclaimed thriller that keeps you guessing — lands June 13 on @TentkottaTruth hides. Only the bold uncover it." This isn't it. The crime thriller will also be available on two other OTT platforms. If you don't have access to Tentkotta, movie buffs will be able to watch it on Aha Tamil and SimplySouth from June 13. Eleven takes viewers into the dark world of a brave, honest and seasoned police officer with an exemplary track record. Having solved the most number of successful cases, he was tasked with unravelling a new case of a serial killer after a series of spine-chilling murders. As the investigation expands, the officer finds his expertise in the field being tested by the head-scratching complexities of the case. He goes through a series of unexpected plot twists, half-lies and a deep mystery that further blurs the line between what is true and what is not. The film is written and directed by debutant director Lokkesh Ajls. Produced under the banners of AR Entertainment, the film was released theatrically in Tamil and Telugu languages. Besides Naveen Chandra, the film brings together a strong supporting cast from both Tamil and Telugu cinema. These include Shashank, Reyaa Hari, Riythvika, Dileepan, Ravi Varma, Kireeti Damaraju, Abhirami, Aadukalam Naren and Arjai. Speaking about its technical team, the music of the film was composed by D Imman, while Karthik Ashokan took care of the cinematography. NB Srikanth served as the editor and the colour grading was meticulously done by Red Chillies Color, with Tushar Jadhav being the colourist. Loved the high-octane action sequences? It was choreographed by Phoenix Prabhu and PL Subenthar handled the art direction. First Published:
Pink Villa
09-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Eleven OTT Release: Here's when and where to watch Naveen Chandra's Telugu crime thriller online
Eleven opened to an average response at the box office, earning decent acclaim for its screenplay and performances. The Telugu movie was also simultaneously shot in Tamil, offering a broader audience base. And now the film will soon be streaming on OTT. When and where to watch Eleven Eleven would be streaming on Tentkotta from June 13, 2025. The OTT platform made the official announcement for the same with a post on their X account. They shared a poster of the movie and wrote 'One case. Countless questions. No easy answers.#ELEVEN — the critically acclaimed thriller that keeps you guessing lands June 13 on @TentkottaTruth hides. Only the bold uncover it.' That's not all. The crime thriller will also begin streaming on two other platforms, Aha Tamil and SimplySouth, from June 13 itself. It remains to be seen how the film performs once it reaches the OTT space. Official trailer and plot of Eleven The storyline of Eleven revolves around the life of a brave, honest, and intelligent police officer with an exemplary track record. He has the most number of successful cases that he has closed after correctly identifying the culprit. However, when a new case of a serial killer on the loose is handed over to him, he is left confused by the unseen number of challenges to resolve it. As he takes on the hurdle headlong, the officer is met with half-lies, untruths, and a deep, dark mystery that further blurs the line between what is true and what is not. Cast and crew of Eleven Eleven stars Naveen Chandra, Reyaa Hari, Shashank, Abhirami, Dileepan, Riythvika, Aadukalam Naren and more. It is written and directed by Lokkesh Ajls and is bankrolled under AR Entertainment. Released theatrically on May 16, 2025, the film's music has been composed by D Imman.
News18
17-05-2025
- Entertainment
- News18
‘Unpredictable Climax': Fans Go Gaga Over Naveen Chandra's Eleven
Last Updated: A majority of viewers praised the unexpected twists and turns of the movie, others expressed the performance of Naveen Chandra in the film. The bilingual Tamil-Telugu crime thriller Eleven, helmed by debutant director Lokkesh Ajls, released in theatres yesterday, May 16. Featuring Naveen Chandra in the lead role and Reyaa Hari, who co-produced the film alongside Ajmal Khan under the AR Entertainment banner, the film has opened to rave reviews from both audiences and critics. The crime thriller is gaining attention for its compelling police procedural narrative and its appeal to audiences across South India. Shortly after its release, social media platform X (formerly Twitter) became a hub of audience reactions, signalling growing interest in the film's bilingual format, engaging narrative and performances. A majority of viewers praised the unexpected twists and turns of the movie, while others expressed the performance of Naveen Chandra in the film. '#Eleven superb movies with fantastic twists and turns. Unpredictable Climax. @Naveenc212 superb acting," a user wrote. Another review read, '#ELEVEN is a thrilling ride packed with unexpected twists! From the intriguing plot to the rich visuals, this one's a must-watch. @Naveenc212 nailed it with his powerful performance, @lokeshajls keeps you hooked with a tightly written screenplay. And that mind-blowing climax. You won't see it coming!" #ELEVEN is a thrilling ride packed with unexpected twists! '#Eleven – Fine thriller. The film has an interesting premise and a superb flashback emotional episode, which are its big strengths. Though it has a formulaic first half and becomes a bit too convoluted at times, it is still a thriller worth catching up with for fans of the genre. @Naveenc212 has done well in the lead role and gets good support from Abhirami in the second half. Also liked the performance of the kids in the flashback portion. Imman's BGM supports well, too," an individual said. An account remarked, '#ELEVEN is a well-written & made investigative thriller with good twists till the end in a solid emotional backdrop. Good job by Dir. @lokeshajls. Fine performances from @Naveenc212 @abhiramiact & others. Solid BGM support by @immancomposer. Do watch in theatres for a good thrilling experience till the end." #ELEVEN is a well written & made investigative thriller with good twists till the end in a solid emotional backdrop. Good job by Dir. @lokeshajls '#Eleven – A Gripping Crime Suspense Thriller @Naveenc212 delivers a solid performance! Brilliant story, screenplay, and BGM that keep you hooked. Interval twist & climax. A tightly packed, well-crafted film that hits the mark with the audience. Don't miss it!" said a user. #Eleven – A Gripping Crime Suspense Thriller @Naveenc212 delivers a Soild Eleven takes viewers into the dark world of a seasoned police officer tasked with unravelling a series of spine-chilling serial murders. As the investigation deepens, the officer finds his expertise and principles being tested by the complexities of the case, which unfolds through a series of gripping investigations and unexpected plot twists. The film includes a talented supporting cast with familiar names from both Tamil and Telugu cinema. These include Shashank, Riythvika, Dileepan, Abhirami, Aadukalam Naren, Ravi Varma, Kireeti Damaraju, and Arjai. Distributed by AR Entertainment, Eleven has been released in Tamil and Telugu languages. Talking about its technical team, the music is composed by D Imman, while Karthik Ashokan handled the cinematography, and NB Srikanth served as the editor. The colour grading was meticulously done by Red with Tushar Jadhav as the colourist. The high-octane action sequences were choreographed by Phoenix Prabhu, and PL Subenthar took care of the art direction. First Published:
