HAYE'S JAB TOO MUCH FOR THOMAS? ACTOR REGRETS NOT STANDING HIS GROUND!

Well, well, well. It seems even outside the squared circle, David Haye’s presence can leave a mark. Adam Thomas, the actor, has been spilling the beans on his 'I'm A Celeb' stint, claiming the 'Hayemaker' himself 'broke' him during their jungle escapades. Talk about a proper tear-up, even if it was just over rice and beans, eh?

According to reports from The Mirror, Thomas, who finished third in the 2016 series, now wishes he’d stood his ground more against the former two-weight world champion. He reckons Haye's 'alpha male' energy was just too much, leading to him feeling 'intimidated' and regretting not pushing back. Now, we all know Haye's a formidable character, a man who’s faced off with the likes of Audley Harrison and Tony Bellew. His chin might have been tested in the ring, but his mental game is clearly still sharp as a razor.

It’s a fascinating insight into the psychological warfare that can play out even in a reality TV show. While it's no Lennox Lewis vs. Mike Tyson, the dynamic between a seasoned fighter and a TV personality is always going to be skewed. Thomas admits he was 'too nice', a trait that doesn't often win you rounds against a man who’s made a career out of being anything but. Maybe a bit of that old British grit, like a Hatton or a Froch, would have served him better. Next time, Adam, try channeling your inner Nigel Benn!