He didn't come, he didn't see it but, as ever, he conquered all. Muhammad Ali's presence surrounded and pervaded us at the preview of 'I Am The Greatest,' the new exhibition about his life which opens on Friday at London's O2 Arena. For English gentlemen of uncertain age, such as myself, the most eye-catching exhibit was not the largest, an above life-size bronze statue, nor the most extravagant, the gold-embossed gown he gave to Elvis Presley.
JEFF POWELL: Carl Froch is challenging Andre Ward to cross the Atlantic for the first time in his career and face him at Nottingham Forest's City Ground. Ward earned recognition as the world's supreme super-middleweight when he defeated Froch in the final of the Super Six tournament in Atlantic City.
Keith Thurman and Robert Guerrero gave a prime-time television audience something to watch Saturday night. Thurman won a piece of the welterweight title with a bruising decision win over Guerrero in the debut of a new boxing series on network television. And he did it with the kind of fight that had the crowd on its feet and gave a much needed boost to boxing in the first prime-time fights on NBC in 30 years.
Former Crystal Palace and Norwich forward Leon McKenzie has exclusively spoken to Sportsmail ahead of his super-middleweight bout with Ivan Stupalo for the International Masters title.
Campbell maintained his perfect professional record, extending it to 11 wins, putting his Nicaraguan opponent down at the end of the second and then again at the start of the third.
High roller Floyd Mayweather very much lived up to his 'Team Money' reputation when he visited a Las Vegas casino. The undefeated boxer posted the picture on his 'Shots' page.
Kell Brook insists he feels unbreakable like a lion, as he looks ahead to his first world title defence next month. In a promotional film commissioned by Matchroom Sport, Brook talked about his upcoming fight against Jo Jo Dan.
JEFF POWELL: Carl Frampton delivered big-time and now he hopes ITV will do the same, along with rival Scott Quigg and his pound-wise promoter Eddie Hearn.
Floyd Mayweather Jnr and Manny Pacquiao will come face-to-face next week for the only time before the week of their £160million mega-fight. They will hold just one press conference in Los Angeles.
Mike Tyson appears to have backed Manny Pacquiao to win his showdown with Floyd Mayweather by insisting his fellow countryman will struggle to deal with the Filipino's pace.
Floyd Mayweather believes his $300million Las Vagas showdown with welterweight rival Manny Pacquiao on May 2 will be the 'biggest fight in boxing history'.
The Hollywood gym inside which Manny Pacquiao plots his victory over Floyd Mayweather Jnr is being patrolled by seven armed guards. The Wild Card Boxing Club usually throws its doors open to fans.
Manny Pacquiao's preparations for the biggest fight of his career against Floyd Mayweather Jnr have been disrupted by his opponent's manager/adviser, claims trainer Freddie Roach.
Floyd Mayweather was among the stars at the LA Clippers game on Monday night as the undefeated champion brought in his 38th birthday courtside. Actor Rob Lowe posted a picture with Mayweather from the Staples Centre.
McGregor enjoys double breakfasts and barbecue meat as bulkier UFC star bids to put on 25lbs for Diaz
Enjoying leading a 'normal' life
Holm relaxes in compression boots as champion prepares for Tate fight
Calm before the storm of title defence at UFC 196 in Las Vegas
Inside the dressing room of the leaders... but why have Leicester got an empty shopping trolley in there?
Not for a supermarket sweep
This will be the 
Ronaldo could not get away with dressing up as a turtle... but we can!
MARTIN SAMUEL meets Danny Drinkwater, a mainstay of Leicester's reversal of expectations
Ronaldo coming to Wembley as England confirm Euro 2016 warm-ups against Portugal, Turkey and Australia
From May 22
Arsenal take on Tottenham in a huge London derby title clash... but which side do Sportsmail's experts think will come out on top?
Barcelona dislodge Real with Spanish record of 35 games unbeaten
Barcelona also lead Real Madrid by 12 points in La Liga
Barcelona ace Messi a long-term target for Beckham's MLS franchise
David Beckham believes he is the key to the club's success
Murray sees off Daniel to hand Great Britain the perfect start in Davis Cup
Andy Murray returned to the court to fire Great Britain into the lead
Henry says Arsenal fans are angrier than ever? He wouldn't know... he sits in the best seats in ground
Arsene Wenger hits back at former striker's claims
Inside the dressing room of the leaders... but why have Leicester got an empty shopping trolley in there?
Not for a supermarket sweep
Arsenal suffer huge title blow as Cech is ruled out for a month with a calf injury, admits Wenger ahead of derby
Suffered injury in bid to score against Swansea
'Wall of White': United give fans free shirts for Europa League showdown at arch rivals Liverpool
Ramping up first European meeting
'There are arguments for a closed system':
US mogul behind secret Premier League talks admits Europe may soon be invite-only
Probe into corruption claims over World Cup in Germany 'cannot rule out possibility bribes were paid for votes'
Witnesses not co-operating
'He still texts before big games': Hernandez heaps praise on former United boss Ferguson
Bayer Leverkusen striker still on great terms with Sir Alex Ferguson
This will be the biggest North London derby in history
MARTIN KEOWN and JAMIE REDKNAPP take a stroll along the Seven Sisters Road...
Rayo Vallecano 1-5 Barcelona
A Lionel Messi hat-trick saw Barca stretch their lead at the top of La Liga and continue remarkable unbeaten run
McClaren on the brink
Newcastle players cannot believe Steve McClaren is still in charge and expect him to be sacked should they lose to Bournemouth
Cellino's son Edoardo tells Leeds fan to 'go f*** yourself' while sibling Ercole compares female to a whale in online post
Grotesque insults volleyed at supporters
McGregor vows to 'feast on' Diaz's carcass and 'bury him' in desert
MARTIN DOMIN: Conor McGregor expects Nate Diaz to become his latest Sin City victim
Messi hits another hat-trick as Barca go eight points clear
Barcelona don't need gifts to win but they were presented with two in a dominant 5-1 win
Trott claims Great Britain's first gold medal at Cycling World Championships
Laura Trott rode to victory in the women's scratch race in London
Terry, Alli and Payet among winners at London Football Awards
John Terry turned up to collect his Outstanding Contribution to London Football award
Hamilton cheered on by Vonn during Formula One testing session
One of the fastest skiers turned up to support one of the fastest Formula One drivers
Booming laugh... and a 'BOOM!' for the camera: Fun-loving Klopp makes viewers laugh after Liverpool's win over City
Pleased by win and news of Bayern loss
Crowe was the wicket the opposition craved, but New Zealand legend's impending death allowed him a perspective that had eluded him
Newcastle star Janmaat confronts angry away fans after McClaren's side fall to another defeat
Met with torrent of abuse after final whistle
Gerrard turns up to support Khan in LA as British fighter predicts Alvarez bout will be like a game of chess
Looking to prove people wrong in Las Vegas
Inside the Greatest exhibition: Tribute to Ali gives fight fans chance to see some golden treasures up close at the O2
Opens on Friday
Whole new ball game for Fletcher as he joins Murray brothers for rally
Ahead of Great Britain's Davis Cup clash with Japan
Ronaldo lifts the pressure on Zidane
Cristiano Ronaldo helped an injury-depleted Real Madrid recover from their derby defeat by Atletico
Fellaini edging 'hairly' close to injury return
Marouane Fellaini decided he was in need of some brotherly love and took an afternoon stroll with his twin
Victorious Pendleton
Victoria Pendleton made every yard of the running to notch her first win aboard Pacha Du Polder at Wincanton to boost her Cheltenham hopes
Robshaw and Haskell meet a centurion
Chris Robshaw and James Haskell took time out of training camp to take in some of Bath's tourist attractions
McGregor readies himself for UFC 196 with fresh trim as Diaz admits he could get 'merked' by the Irishman
Looking spiffing ahead of Las Vegas bout
United striker Martial treats wife Samantha to birthday shopping spree
Pair enjoyed trip to Manchester's Trafford Centre to spend some hard-earned cash
O'Neil suffers nasty gash after head clash
***WARNING GRAPHIC CONTENT*** Norwich sank into the drop zone... and there was more pain at Carrow Road
Kenedy scores fastest goal of the season so far
Kenedy scored Chelsea's opening goal 39 seconds into their game at Norwich, with the Blues up to 8th
Vardy watch: Striker failed to add to tally but Leicester talisman still found room to prosper
How did WBA deal with the Premier League's top scorer?
Rooney ready for warm-weather break
Wayne Rooney will fly to Dubai after being told he does not need knee surgery that could have put the kibosh on Euros
Ever wondered what it's like in the dressing room after winning a cup final?
Take a look at Manchester City behind the scenes
Sturridge set to launch his mum's 'Sturr Crazy' cooking sauce that was so good he took it to the World Cup in Brazil
Secret to his success?
Food for survival? Defoe hoping to ease Sunderland's relegation fears after nutritious meal
Fans given insight into what's fuelling his form
Tuilagi back in the groove with England as he eyes first match since summer of 2014
Countdown to Six Nations clash with Wales
Lavezzi: I rejected Chelsea, Manchester United and Inter Milan... I like the money in China!
Ezequiel Lavezzi joined Hebei China Fortune for £11.65m per season
Rashford was a 'mini-superstar' of local youth team but didn't tell anyone he was on the books at United
Quiet and unassuming as a youngster
Sanchez is still in puppy love as Arsenal ace stars in Chilean dog food advert
Alexis Sanchez displayed full control of his pet dogs
Hungry for success! Van Gaal visits Wing's
Manchester United boss celebrated his side's recent upturn in form with a trip to one of the city's premier restaurant
Mayweather steals the show at Broner and Theophane press conference
Mayweather was the centre of attention again - despite not fighting
Froch returns to the ring to take on prankster Lee Nelson
Took part in a sparring session with comedian Simon Brodkin
New FIFA president Infantino gets up close and personal with Seedorf as he marks first day in the office with star-studded match
Kick-around in Zurich
And the Oscar goes to... Jamie Vardy! DiCaprio cleaned up at the big bash, but who wins our football awards inspired by Hollywood?
It's awards season...
'I'll get back to No 1 with shots like that!' Federer toasts Oscars by downing TEQUILA on the red carpet
Serena Williams was also at Hollywood bash
McGregor poses with his 'angel'... a £305,000 Rolls Royce
Conor McGregor took a break from preparations for showdown against Nate Diaz
He was disgusted! Rose reveals Lamela's response when he asked pal if Tottenham could finish in top four
Lamela said they'd win the title!
Loftus-Cheek signs new five-year deal as starlet vows to repay Chelsea faith
The 20-year-old has only made 13 appearances for the champions
All part of The Masterplan, Noel? Oasis icon Gallagher predicts City shootout win - and then poses with League Cup hero Toure!
Not a bad prediction...
Antonio is a beast! West Ham hero sparks chaos as sides struggle with unpredictable star
Antonio also welcomed NFL star Mohamed Sanu Sr to watch West Ham
Still a while off a return, Wayne? Rooney back at Old Trafford in a knee brace as he continues injury recovery
Captain Wayne Rooney is still out injured
Is this the worst rabona ever? Khazri angers Sunderland with fail in West Ham loss
Sunderland new boy garnered attention for all the wrong reasons
Lampard: I watch the big games and think I'd love to be mixing it with Barca again... but I won't go out with a whimper
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY OLIVER HOLT
Frampton defeats Quigg by split decision
JEFF POWELL AT THE MANCHESTER ARENA: Carl Frampton put on a masterclass of smaller men's boxing
Mourinho spotted at Craven Cottage as ex-Chelsea boss watches Fulham take on Middlesbrough
Jose Mourinho was at Craven Cottage
Griezmann leaves Real's title bid in tatters with winner for Atletico in Madrid derby
Zinedine Zidane's first city derby as manager ended in defeat
Vonn crashes out of the World Cup super-G race after she veered off course and had to be stretchered from the slopes on a rescue sled
Vonn slid off course
Courtois reveals friendship with Andy Murray... and how tennis helped him become a better goalkeeper
Thibaut Courtois and Andy Murray are friends
Sunderland hand out free green away shirts to 1,700 travelling fans at West Ham
Sunderland rewarded their supporters by handing out free shirts
Bouchard makes her fans see double
Eugenie Bouchard struck a pose in front of a familiar face as the tennis star hit the shops in Malaysia
Hamilton flies to Los Angeles for a break
After getting nearly 1,000 miles underneath his belt during a week of testing, Lewis Hamilton has decided to jet off
'All the needles in your a***, all the steroids will not help you, you p****'
Michael Bisping vowed to make Anderson Silva pay for his steroid transgressions
McGregor shows fans how he stays quick inside the Octagon
With UFC 196 just around the corner, Conor McGregor is finishing off his preparations
New United hero Rashford could have joined Man City at the age of nine but was lured by Meulensteen
Louis van Gaal owes a debt of gratitude
Inside the souvenir store of a serial winner: Terry shows off his incredible collection of medals and memorabilia
John Terry has won almost everything
What a gent! Schweinsteiger uses time out to carry glamorous tennis star girlfriend Ivanovic's bag
He was carrying her bag from her training base
There's Tiger! Nicklaus hosts US Ryder Cup team-bonding party... and Woods was in attendance
But no sign of Jordan Spieth or Patrick Reed
'Get away from me - you're an idiot': McGregor blows up at journalist who asks him if comment about Diaz was 'racially motivated'
Branded him 'an idiot'
Has FIFA's presidential election all got too much for FA chairman Dyke?
Greg Dyke appeared as though he might have nodded off during proceedings in Zurich
ALAN HANSEN talks to JAMIE REDKNAPP
Read about nerves he suffered before MOTD, why Stones should watch Terry... and racing Barnes for £20 at Aintree
Leicester stars have been relaxing on holiday but Ranieri trusts them to hit the ground running... after tracking them on GPS
Super-snooper!
Watson goes Loco in Acapulco as British No 2 soaks up the sun
Heather Watson has endured a tough start to 2016 but took to relaxing on the beach
Crouch attends Brit Awards after party with wife Abbey Clancy
Stoke City striker Peter Crouch attended the event's glitzy after party in Covent Garden
McIlroy pokes fun at Tiger and his skinny calves after posting Twitter video
Rory McIlroy welcomed Tiger Woods stepping up his golf comeback
Hart's call to arms prior to inspires Man City to victory
Watch Joe Hart set the wheels in motion for a fine Manchester City performance
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