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Daily Mirror
13 hours ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Butterbean calls out John Fury as he reveals fight offer was on table
Butterbean has said that a bout with John Fury would be nothing but a warm-up for a war with his son Tyson, insisting that he has already seen an offer to fight the head of the Fury family in the past Butterbean has said that he would love to "slap around" John Fury as a warm-up for a fight with Tyson Fury. Butterbean, real name Eric Esch, is eyeing a return to the ring for the first time in over a decade aged 58, with a number of high profile names on his radar for one last dance under the bright lights. After racking up an impressive record of 77-10-4 in the squared-circle, including 57 knockouts, Butterbean retired following his 2013 TKO loss to Kirk Lawton. Already weighing in at around 300-400lbs during the prime of his career, inactivity in retirement saw Butterbean tip the scales to over 500lbs at his heaviest. As a result, he was confined to a wheelchair for mobility, while a deep depression left him bed-bound for the best part of a year. However, after slimming down to 280lbs, Butterbean is feeling fighting fit once more and wants one more professional fight before calling time on his boxing career for good. While Butterbean has made it clear that a clash with YouTuber-turned-pugilist Jake Paul is his main priority, he has plenty of other names on his radar for a return to the ring. When asked about if he would entertain a fight with Tyson during an exclusive interview with Mirror Fighting via Lucky Energy, the Atlanta-born boxer said: "I'd love to fight him," before turning his attention to his father, John. He added: "I'd fight the old man first, beat him up, slap around him pretty good. And then I'd want to beat the son up pretty bad. I would love to fight Tyson Fury." Butterbean also shared that a fight with John was already on the table a little while ago, but ultimately failed to come to fruition. He explained: "You know, I was offered to fight his dad. And it's been a while. I'd love to fight him, either one of them. "But yeah, Tyson Fury is the one I'd really want. His dad would be an easy fight. That'd be a couple rounder. I'd be like, go out there and just have fun and then get ready for the son. "It'd be a warm-up fight. I mean, now that I believe in myself, I can do anything. And since I'm in such great shape, I know I can accomplish my goals." Butterbean credits former WWE star 'Diamond' Dallas Page for helping him turn his life around with a strict yoga routine, explaining that he feels fitter now than he did in his 20s. He added: "I'm not in a wheelchair no more. "I went and moved to DDP for a while, did his yoga programme, and I'm in the best shape of my life right now. I feel better now at 50-something than I did when I was in my 20s, which is insane. I can't explain it, but the Fountain of Youth, I dove in it and I come out so much better." No stranger to the trials and tribulations of boxing, John enjoyed a respectable combat sports career of his own, compiling a record of 8-4-1 between 1987 and 1995. However, his legacy pales when compared to that of Tyson's. Tyson called time on his own career earlier this year after suffering the first two losses of his professional career to Oleksandr Usyk in 2024. A two-time world heavyweight champion, Fury missed out on the chance of becoming undisputed at his weight class when he suffered a split-decision loss to Usyk last May, losing his WBC title in the process. An instant rematch in December saw him suffer another decision loss to the undefeated Ukrainian, this time in unanimous fashion. While Fury opted to step away from boxing at the turn of the new year, Usyk went on to clinch the third undisputed collection of his career after clinching the IBF heavyweight strap with a fifth-round knockout of Daniel Dubois on Saturday.
The Irish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
‘I've always loved my wife.. but it was bad' – Boxing legend Butterbean opens up on sex addiction in honest interview
BOXING cult icon Butterbean revealed he battled sex addiction during his glory years. The famous fighter rose to prominence during the 1990s thanks to his unique four-round matches that saw him dominating with a whopping record of 77-10-4, which included 57 knockouts. 2 Butterbean opened up about his battle with sex addiction during his glory years in boxing Credit: Focus2 Butterbean overcame his issues and remains happily married to his wife Libby Gaskin The now 58-year-old reached immense levels of fame that also saw him crossing over to Hollywood with a hilarious cameo on Jackass as well as WWE where he knocked Bart Gunn out at WrestleMania 15. However, heavyweight rivals weren't the only big challenge the American dealt with during his heyday as he also faced addiction with sexual intercourse. The Georgia native admitted he had a lot of trouble beating his demons but managed to overcome and stay happily married to his wife Libby Gaskin. Butterbean told Read More on Boxing "Now, I'm good. I'm confident in myself now. I don't have that problem. I'm a good boy now." Butterbean previously admitted that his addiction stemmed from his school years as he was bullied for being overweight and was ignored by female classmates. But now the boxer feels better than ever after also overcoming some chronic weight problems. The brawler ended up weighing more than 500lbs (35.7st) after his retirement in 2013 and found himself bed bound. Most read in Boxing Butterbean added: "When you can't walk and you can't walk into the store and get something to drink, you do get depressed. "I was in bed for almost a year, not got out of bed, just to go to the bathroom. And I ate in the bed. I mean, I didn't even leave the bed." SunSport reporter Wally Downes Jr gives his verdict on Oleksandr Usyk's stunning KO rematch win vs Daniel Dubois However, thanks to immense help from WWE Hall of Famer and fitness guru Butterbean said: "I went and moved to DDP for a while, did his yoga programme, and I'm in the best shape of my life right now. "I feel better now at 50-something than I did when I was in my 20s, which is insane. I can't explain it, but the Fountain of Youth, I dove in it and I come out so much better."
Scottish Sun
2 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scottish Sun
‘I've always loved my wife.. but it was bad' – Boxing legend Butterbean opens up on sex addiction in honest interview
LIFT THE LID 'I've always loved my wife.. but it was bad' – Boxing legend Butterbean opens up on sex addiction in honest interview Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BOXING cult icon Butterbean revealed he battled sex addiction during his glory years. The famous fighter rose to prominence during the 1990s thanks to his unique four-round matches that saw him dominating with a whopping record of 77-10-4, which included 57 knockouts. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Butterbean opened up about his battle with sex addiction during his glory years in boxing Credit: Focus2 Butterbean overcame his issues and remains happily married to his wife Libby Gaskin The now 58-year-old reached immense levels of fame that also saw him crossing over to Hollywood with a hilarious cameo on Jackass as well as WWE where he knocked Bart Gunn out at WrestleMania 15. However, heavyweight rivals weren't the only big challenge the American dealt with during his heyday as he also faced addiction with sexual intercourse. The Georgia native admitted he had a lot of trouble beating his demons but managed to overcome and stay happily married to his wife Libby Gaskin. Butterbean told The Mirror: "It was pretty bad. I've been married for a long time and I've always loved my wife, but that was something that I've always had trouble getting over. "Now, I'm good. I'm confident in myself now. I don't have that problem. I'm a good boy now." Butterbean previously admitted that his addiction stemmed from his school years as he was bullied for being overweight and was ignored by female classmates. But now the boxer feels better than ever after also overcoming some chronic weight problems. The brawler ended up weighing more than 500lbs (35.7st) after his retirement in 2013 and found himself bed bound. Butterbean added: "When you can't walk and you can't walk into the store and get something to drink, you do get depressed. "I was in bed for almost a year, not got out of bed, just to go to the bathroom. And I ate in the bed. I mean, I didn't even leave the bed." SunSport reporter Wally Downes Jr gives his verdict on Oleksandr Usyk's stunning KO rematch win vs Daniel Dubois However, thanks to immense help from WWE Hall of Famer and fitness guru Diamond Dallas Page as well as his famous DDPY programme, the boxing icon managed to lose 200lbs (14.3st). Butterbean said: "I went and moved to DDP for a while, did his yoga programme, and I'm in the best shape of my life right now. "I feel better now at 50-something than I did when I was in my 20s, which is insane. I can't explain it, but the Fountain of Youth, I dove in it and I come out so much better."
Wales Online
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
'Jake Paul showed his true colours by badmouthing me when I was in a wheelchair'
'Jake Paul showed his true colours by badmouthing me when I was in a wheelchair' Eric 'Butterbean' Esch has been out of the ring since his 2013 loss to Kirk Lawton, but he is eyeing a return to action as he looks to settle the score with YouTube sensation Jake Paul Jake Paul has carved out a successful boxing career (Image: Getty Images ) Butterbean has issued a fierce warning to Jake Paul as he considers making his comeback to the boxing ring. The 58-year-old American hasn't fought since suffering a TKO defeat to Kirk Lawton in 2013. And in the years since, the fighter, whose real name is Eric Esch, has faced an entirely different challenge: battling his weight and morbid obesity. Butterbean's weight ballooned to a staggering 500lb – equivalent to 36.7 stone – at his peak, leaving him wheelchair-bound as medical professionals warned he might never regain the ability to walk. Throughout this period, Butterbean alleges that Paul "talked bad" about him, only to alter his stance now that the veteran has regained his fitness through an extraordinary physical transformation, shedding over 200lbs (15 stone). Speaking to Mirror Fighting this week through Lucky Energy, Butterbean said: "As soon as he says yes, I'm ready. You know, I was in really bad shape. I was in a wheelchair for over three years. I couldn't walk. I got over 500 pounds. I was fat and sloppy and couldn't walk, and Jake wanted to talk bad about me then. "So, I decided to get my fat butt in shape. And guess what I did? I'm 280 right now, 285. I've never been under 300 in my life that I know of. And now that I'm ready, he's like, 'Well, dude, you're a legend. I can't fight you right now.' Yeah, buddy. Let's get it going." When asked about his confidence in potentially ending Paul's boxing career, he added: "I don't think he's afraid of me, but I think his people know that if he gets knocked out, his career's over. Like, I would knock him out bad. I hit way too hard for him." Article continues below Butterbean even described a potential bout with Paul as "one of the best fights of the year", as he claimed: "I hit too hard for Jake. Needless to say, Jake was a joke in the beginning. Just another YouTuber out there trying to prove a point. Butterbean has a message for Jake Paul (Image: 2012 The Ring Magazine ) "He's got a lot better... so I wouldn't mind sharing the ring just to fight him. Not just to shut him out because I think he was worthless, but he kind of p***ed me off." Butterbean attributes his significant weight loss to WWE legend 'Diamond' Dallas Page and his intensive yoga regimen, noting that at 58, he feels fitter than during his boxing heyday in his twenties. He said: "I'm not in a wheelchair no more. "I went and moved to DDP for a while, did his yoga programme, and I'm in the best shape of my life right now. I feel better now at 50-something than I did when I was in my 20s, which is insane. I can't explain it, but the Fountain of Youth, I dove in it and I come out so much better." Paul, on the other hand, has seen a meteoric rise since launching his professional boxing career with a first-round TKO against fellow YouTuber AnEsonGib in January 2020. Subsequent victories included knockouts of Nate Robinson and wins over seasoned UFC stars Ben Askren, Tyron Woodley and Anderson Silva. Butterbean hopes to fight Jake Paul (Image: ADRIAN DENNIS, AFP via Getty Images ) However, he experienced his first career defeat in February 2023, losing to Tommy Fury via split decision. Despite this setback, Paul bounced back with wins over notable opponents such as Nate Diaz, Andre Augustm, Ryan Bourland and Mike Perry. Last November, Paul faced what was touted as the most significant fight of his career, squaring off against former heavyweight world champion Mike Tyson, despite a 30-year age gap. Paul emerged victorious from that bout, winning by unanimous decision. Article continues below He followed this up with another win last month against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr, also by unanimous decision, improving his record to 12-1. As for his next opponent, it remains uncertain, although Butterbean is hopeful of enticing Paul into a lucrative match, despite ongoing rumours of a rematch with Fury. Butterbean has just launched a brand-new flavour of beverage with Lucky Energy in his Butterbean's Knockout Punch. The brand describes the fresh taste as "a tropical mix of pineapple, orange, cherry, with a heavy kick of nostalgia fruit punch." Butterbean spoke as part of his collaboration with Lucky Energy. You can find out more about his brand-new Butterbean's Knockout Punch flavour here.
Daily Mirror
12-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
Butterbean's Jake Paul threat after he badmouthed him as he was in a wheelchair
Eric Esch, aka Butterbean, is ready to return to the boxing ring after shedding 15 stone, and there's one opponent on his mind above anybody else for his last dance under the bright lights Butterbean has sent a stark warning to Jake Paul as he plots a return to the boxing ring. The 58-year-old American has been out of action since his 2013 TKO loss to Kirk Lawton. In the years since, the pugilist, whose real name is Eric Esch, has been embroiled in a completely different battle: one with his weight and morbid obesity. Butterbean saw the scales skyrocket to 500lb - or 36.7 stone - when he was at his heaviest, forced to utilise a wheelchair for mobility as doctors told him he would never walk again. During this time, Butterbean claims that Paul "talked bad" about him, only to change his tune now that he is fit and healthy following a remarkable body transformation that saw him shed more than 200lbs (15 stone). In an exclusive interview with Mirror Fighting this week via Lucky Energy, Butterbean said: "As soon as he says yes, I'm ready. "You know, I was in really bad shape. I was in a wheelchair for over three years. I couldn't walk. I got over 500 pounds. I was fat and sloppy and couldn't walk, and Jake wanted to talk bad about me then. "So, I decided to get my fat butt in shape. And guess what I did? I'm 280 right now, 285. I've never been under 300 in my life that I know of. And now that I'm ready, he's like, 'Well, dude, you're a legend. I can't fight you right now.' Yeah, buddy. Let's get it going." When asked what makes him think that he's the man to derail Paul's boxing career, he added: "I don't think he's afraid of me, but I think his people know that if he gets knocked out, his career's over. Like, I would knock him out bad. I hit way too hard for him." Meanwhile, Butterbean even went as far as labelling a fight with Paul as "one of the best fights of the year", adding: "I hit too hard for Jake. Needless to say, Jake was a joke in the beginning. Just another YouTuber out there trying to prove a point. "He's got a lot better.. So I wouldn't mind sharing the ring just to fight him. Not just to shut him out because I think he was worthless, but he kind of p***ed me off." Butterbean credits WWE superstar 'Diamond' Dallas Page with helping him shift the weight thanks to a rigorous yoga workout plan, and highlighted that he feels better at 58 than he did in the prime of his boxing career in his 20s. He said: "I'm not in a wheelchair no more. "I went and moved to DDP for a while, did his yoga programme, and I'm in the best shape of my life right now. I feel better now at 50-something than I did when I was in my 20s, which is insane. I can't explain it, but the Fountain of Youth, I dove in it and I come out so much better." Paul, meanwhile, has been on quite the rise since he kicked off his professional boxing career with a first-round TKO over fellow YouTuber AnEsonGib back in January 2020. He then knocked out Nate Robinson in November before claiming wins over seasoned UFC stars Ben Askren, Tyron Woodley, and Anderson Silva. He later suffered the first loss of his career via split decision to Tommy Fury in February 2023 but has bounced back since thanks to wins over the likes of Nate Diaz, Andre Augustm, Ryan Bourland and Mike Perry. Paul faced what was billed as the biggest fight of his life last November when he took on the ferocious former heavyweight world champion Mike Tyson, despite there being a 30-year age difference. Paul won that bout via unanimous decision, before clinching a win over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr in the same manner last month to boost his record to 12-1. His next fight remains a mystery, but Butterbean will hope he can lure Paul into a big-money fight despite persistent talk of the YouTuber rematching Fury. Butterbean has just launched a brand-new flavour of beverage with Lucky Energy in his Butterbean's Knockout Punch. The brand describes the fresh taste as "a tropical mix of pineapple, orange, cherry, with a heavy kick of nostalgia fruit punch." Butterbean spoke to Mirror Fighting as part of his collaboration with Lucky Energy. You can find out more about his brand-new Butterbean's Knockout Punch flavour here.
