I'm A Celeb viewers can't believe Ant and Dec 'went there' with brutal Tommy Fury joke during first episode

Fans tuning into the first episode of the brand new series of I'm A Celeb have reacted to Ant and Dec's joke which could've been directed at Tommy Fury.

The popular ITV show returned to our screens on Sunday night as 10 celebrities were thrown into the jungle in sunny Australia.

This year's line-up includes former boxing world champion Barry McGuigan, former Manchester United and England captain Wayne Rooney's wife Coleen and McFly singer Danny Jones.

During the first episode, fans watching the show were left with laughter after Ant and Dec took aim at 'YouTube boxers' when commenting on McGuigan's willingness to take part.

Dec was heard saying: "I cant believe he's(Barry McGuigan) doing the show... well it was either do this or fight a YouTuber on Netflix."

Reacting on social media, one fan said: "Fight a YouTuber on Netflix … the burn #ImACeleb."

Another tweeted: "'It was either do this or fight a youtuber on Netflix' naaaah Dec really went there."

A third fan added: "'or fight a YouTuber on Netflix' LADS PLEASE."

Someone else wrote: ""Eitherdo this or fight a YouTuber on Netflix" hahahah."

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The joke came after YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul recorded a points victory over ex-world champion Mike Tyson.

However, the joke could have also been aimed at Fury, who was rumoured to take part in this year's show before reportedly pulling out.

As reported by The Sun, Fury pulled out after being offered a more lucrative deal to get back into the ring.

At the time, it was thought to be a rematch between him and YouTube sensation KSI, but it was confirmed on Sunday that Fury will instead take on former UFC star Darren Till.

Speaking ahead of the fight, Fury, 25 said: "It feels great to, finally, say that I am back! I have been out of the ring far too long, I’ve been getting itchy knuckles, and so I am thrilled to be able to announce my return. This is extra special as I am the A-side and headlining a massive event in my hometown and in front of my fans, at Co-op Live.

"Till had a good UFC career but he’s stepping into the boxing ring now, against a proper pro, and he will quickly realise that he is out of his depth, and this is not the game for him. I plan on dealing with Till in conclusive fashion and then chasing even bigger fights in 2025."

Meanwhile, Till simply stated: "January 18 is my time, my night."

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