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Everything You Need To Know Ahead of Wilder vs Fury 2

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It’s a clash of the giants, both literal and figurative, tonight in the fight capital of the world. In what’s poised to be one of the most anticipated heavyweight prizefights since Mike Tyson’s prime in the early nineties, WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder is set to square off with linear champion Tyson Fury for the second time.

In a rematch from their instant classic first fight in December 2018, Wilder will look to nail Fury to the canvas with his unmatched KO power, something he failed to do in their first meeting, while Fury will look to use his superior size and boxing skills to hand the champion his first career loss.

Wilder’s power and Fury’s technical dominance are the keys to this PPV match-up in Las Vegas tonight, the same as their first meeting. Despite Fury outboxing Wilder for long stretches of the first bout, Wilder did what he’s done in every other fight of his career to every other opponent, seemingly landing a massive one-two shot to KO Fury in the 12th round. Fury refused to stay down, however, rising from the canvas like The Undertaker and surviving to take the fight to the judge’s scorecards.

Both thought they had done enough to win on the night and, if the press conferences and weigh-ins leading up to their rematch are to judge, there’s clearly bad blood between the two.

Wilder took numerous shots at Fury about his struggles with addiction and mental health, two key reasons why Fury didn’t fight for three years after beating former champion Wladimir Klitschko to win the WBA, IBF, WBO, IBO and linear titles, while Fury assured fans all over the world he’d beat Wilder with a second-round KO.

On top of the personal score that needs to be settled between the two and their clear distaste for one another, the fight is hugely consequential for the heavyweight division as a whole.

Both fighters are highly ranked, Wilder as number one and Fury as number three, with current IBF, WBA, WBO and IBO champ Anthony Joshua sitting between the two. The winner of tonight’s bout most likely will fight Joshua next to look to unify all the titles, despite a contractual rematch clause the loser can trigger to make the trilogy.

To put it simply for the casual fight fan, there’s a WHOLE lot of money, pride and future big money fights on the line in Las Vegas tonight.

Wilder vs Fury 2: Who’s going to win?

That’s the hundred million dollar question, isn’t it? At the time of writing, only hours before the fight itself, the odds are about even.

Wilder has a clear KO and power advantage on his side but that wasn’t enough to keep Fury down in the first fight. Fury has a clear advantage in boxing skill and technique but hasn’t showcased the raw punching power to put down an opponent as dangerous as Wilder.

No matter who wins, I can assure everyone tuning in of one thing for sure. When it comes to heavyweight boxing, there’s no shortage of excitement.

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Ricky Williams Will Be Sparking Greatness With His Highsman x Jeeter Collab on Super Bowl Sunday

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Ricky Williams made it possible for a generation of athletes to successfully challenge the NFL’s draconian prohibition of cannabis. The Heisman Trophy winner and former running back changed the perception of cannabis in the NFL, bringing in a new era in which the league has stopped drug testing players for cannabis. This paved the way for the league to recently donate $1 million to research how the plant’s medicinal properties could actually help players deal with pain and provide neuroprotection from concussion.

Williams credits smoking cannabis as a way of overcoming the challenges associated with being a professional athlete, from social anxiety to physical injuries. Since retiring from football, Williams has studied herbalism and alternative holistic therapies, intertwined with the healing properties of cannabis. His first line of cannabis wellness products, Real Wellness fused cannabis with herbal extracts like lavender and turmeric.

In 2021, Williams released his new venture, Highsman, a cannabis lifestyle brand “created to empower professional and everyday athletes as well as sports enthusiasts alike.” And a great play on words, too.

Ricky Williams in the Highsman grow room. PHOTO | Supplied

Highsman is an appreciation for greatness and an appreciation for cannabis. When I started experimenting with it recreationally, I became very reflective and a lot of the time the things I was reflecting on didn’t feel good to me. But through that inner reflection, I started making changes in myself– I realized that there was more to me than just being a football player, and it created an urge to start developing those other sides of myself. It was, and still is, my appreciation for cannabis that helped me to realize my potential for greatness outside the game of football. 

Highsman features three curated by Williams to compliment moments in the day and put you in the zone. Pre-Game is a Sativa for an energized boost; Half-Time is a hybrid for focused awareness, and the Post-Game Indica offers a relaxed mood.

Just in time for Super Bowl LVI, Highsman has teamed up with Jeeter, the number one cannabis pre-roll brand in the country, on a limited-edition run of cannabis and apparel products.

Cannabis Aficionado caught up with Williams for a quick huddle to find out what the iconic athlete will be doing this Super Bowl Sunday.

The Highsman x Jeeter collab. PHOTO | Supplied

CA: What brought on your partnership with Jeeter?

We partnered with Jeeter because they are a brand at the top of their game. Their dedication to greatness makes them an ideal partner for Highsman. I’d be lying if I didn’t say that, aside from Highsman, Jeeter is one of my top choices when I visit the dispensary.

Where are you watching the Superbowl and who with?

I am watching the Superbowl at the Jeeter house in LA with Jeeter co-founders Sebastian Solano and Lukasz Tracz, and the amazing Highsman team including CEO Eric Hammond and Marketing Director Lane Radbill.  

What are you smoking?

Sticky Ricky from the Highsman x Jeeter collab!

What are you eating and drinking?

I eat light pregame… a fruit smoothie, yogurt, assorted fruit, and a little honey.

What were your pre-game rituals?

I had a whole meditation routine. 12 sun salutations, pranayama, twin hearts meditation (heart-opening meditation), and then off to the stadium.

Who do you think will win Superbowl LVI?

I’m just hoping for a good game, but I picked the Rams to win in the Highsman bracket challenge, so I’m going to root for the home team.

Merch from the Highsman x Jeeter collab. PHOTO | Supplied

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Tom Brady Is Officially Retiring from the NFL

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Tom Brady has announced his retirement from the NFL, writing on Instagram on Tuesday that he is “not going to make that competitive commitment anymore.”

“I have always believed the sport of football is an ‘all-in’ proposition — if a 100% competitive commitment isn’t there, you won’t succeed, and success is what I love so much about our game,” Brady said in his statement on Instagram. “There is a physical, mental and emotional challenge EVERY single day that has allowed me to maximize my highest potential. And I have tried my very best these past 22 years. There are no shortcuts to success on the field or in life.

“This is difficult for me to write, but here it goes: I am not going to make that competitive commitment anymore. I have loved my NFL career, and now it is time to focus my time and energy on other things that require my attention. I’ve done a lot of reflecting the past week and have asked myself difficult questions. And I am so proud of what we have achieved. My teammates, coaches, fellow competitors, and fans deserve 100% of me, but right now, it’s best I leave the field of play to the next generation of dedicated and committed athletes.”

Brady’s announcement comes three days after it was originally reported that he would be hanging up his illustrious cleats. Brady had yet to officially commit one way or the other, insisting on “going through the process” during his most recent appearance on his podcast. The outcome of that process was announced on Tuesday.

The legendary sportsman retires after an astounding 22 NFL seasons, 20 with the Patriots and two with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, in which he had the most individual success of any player in NFL history. Tom Brady was a 15-time Pro Bowler, three-time AP MVP, three-time first-team All-Pro, and the all-time leader in passing yards, passing touchdowns, and quarterback victories.

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High Fighting: Jiu-Jitsu Meets Cannabis

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The relationship between recreational marijuana and sports has historically been contentious, and MMA leagues in the United States are no exception. Because of how long weed lingers in the bloodstream, many fighters who follow the rule of not smoking during competitive periods nonetheless test positive. Superstar UFC athletes who have tested positive for marijuana (like Nick Diaz) have faced harsh penalties, including fines and even suspensions or bans from competition, thanks to this law.

High Rollerz co-founders Matt Staudt and Big Lonn Howard have chosen to put together a cannabis-infused jiu-jitsu tournament where some of the sport’s elite athletes get high with their opponent before competing – and where the winner’s grand prise is a pound of pot.

Peep the Vice documentary below.

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