WATCH: Tyson Fury on accusations of homophobia: ‘I’ve a lot of gay friends’

The boxer insists his remarks have been misunderstood, and said he was merely quoting the bible.

Tyson Fury is the new world heavyweight boxing champion, after defeating Wladmir Klitschko on Saturday, and has been shortlisted for the BBC Sports Personality of the Year award.

But he is also a controversial figure and has been accused of homophobia after comments made in the past.