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    Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk: Date, TV channel, live stream, undercard details for huge Christmas blockbuster

    TYSON FURY and Oleksandr Usyk have finally sealed the deal on their massive undisputed heavyweight title fight.After months and months of negotiating, both men have signed on the dotted line and the fight is set to go ahead.
    Oleksandr Usyk beat Daniel Dubois to defend his world titles in AugustCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
    Tyson Fury is preparing to fight Francis Ngannou in October 28Credit: Getty
    Fury holds the WBC title and is getting ready to first fight Francis Ngannou in a crossover bout on October 28.
    Usyk is coming off wins over Fury’s compatriots in Daniel Dubois and Anthony Joshua.
    The fight is one of the biggest that can be made in the sport and will be the first time that all four titles are on the line.
    Usyk, who holds the WBA, WBO and IBF straps, has a record of 21-0, while Fury, also undefeated, sits at 33-1-0.

    When is Fury vs Usyk going to take place?

    Fury’s clash with Usyk is set to take place on Saturday, December 23.
    The bout will be held in Saudi Arabia.
    Expect ring-walks to get going from around 10.30pm UK time.

    What TV channel will it be on?
    Fury vs Usyk will likely be shown live on TNT Sports Box Office in the UK.
    You can live stream the action from the TNT Sports Box Office app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
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    What has been said?
    The pair met in the ring for a stare down following Fury’s win over Chisora, and words have been exchanged since.
    Usyk released numerous videos in which he’s taunted Fury by calling him ‘belly’.
    In each video, the Ukrainian can be seen pointing towards his stomach and shouting: “Hey, belly, I’m coming for you.”
    Usyk has also said: “Fury, you talk about greatness in boxing.
    “But, at the same time, you say, ‘Give me a lot of money’.
    “Greatness in boxing is not determined by money. Greatness comes from a victorious path.
    Fury and Usyk have been trading verbal jabs over the last couple of monthsCredit: Getty
    “You say that I avoid you, but I never have. In fact, I have even come to you.
    “I am ready to box you even without any prize money.”
    Fury has said: “Tyson Fury here, WBC heavyweight number one. Usyk, calling out ‘The Gypsy King’ with your pathetic little call outs, dosser.
    “Rabbit, I’m coming for you, rabbit, you’re getting it, rabbit.
    “And I’ll tell you what else, I’m gonna bust you up real bad you little middleweight.
    “I’m going to slap you into a big pile of tattoos, sucker. Come on!”
    Fury has recently told his fans that he is going to stop trash-talking on social media and focus on training.
    He said: “Hi guys, as fun as it’s been over the last few days terrorising Usyk and his team, tomorrow I’m going to knuckle down into training camp.
    “And I’ll be doing a blackout as I always do on social media. Nav will be running my Instagram account, keeping you all updated on my training progress and how everything is going.
    “April 29th is definitely a worker, I will see you all on the night. Tune in or be there or be square.
    “This is the biggest event in British boxing history, the fight of the century.
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    “Two undefeated world heavyweight champions throwing down to see who is the number one in the division.
    “The undisputed world heavyweight world championship on the line. Peace out. Good training to Usyk, may the best man win. Get up.” More

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    LASK vs Liverpool LIVE SCORE: Latest updates from Europa League clash, team news and kick-off time

    LIVERPOOL kick off their Europa League campaign on Thursday night with a trip to LASK. The Reds make the trip to Austria with hopes of getting their campaign off to the perfect start.

    Kick-off time: 5.45pm BST
    Stream: BT Sport 1

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    Fans praise ‘stunning’ Laura Woods as she returns to screens in elegant outfit and say ‘TNT is already better than BT’

    FOOTBALL fans hailed TNT Sports presenter Laura Woods as she hosted coverage of Manchester City’s Champions League clash with Red Star Belgrade.The 2023/24 edition of Europe’s elite competition got underway on Tuesday evening as TNT Sports broadcast their first Champions League games since changing their name from BT Sport.
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    Laura Woods shared a video on social media ahead of TNT Sports’ Champions League coverageCredit: Twitter @footballontnt
    She was recently announced as the new face of TNT’s Champions League broadcastCredit: Getty
    Woods is widely known as one of the best broadcasters in footballCredit: Getty
    And Woods shared a teaser video from Man City’s dressing room ahead of the show getting underway.
    She said: “Hello, good evening. We’re at the Etihad, we’re in the Man City dressing room right now. Kick-off is at eight o’clock.
    “We’re on air at seven o’clock tonight because they’re hosting Red Star Belgrade. Do come and join us. We’ve got an hour build-up.
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    “It’s going to be really, really very exciting. TNT Sports 2, Discover Plus, those are the ways you can watch us.
    “See you then.”
    Woods then appeared on the broadcast, hosting alongside pundits Rio Ferdinand and Joleon Lescott.
    And the ex-talkSPORT sportscaster was praised by those on social media.
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    She replace Jake Humphrey as lead of the company’s European coverageCredit: C1 Media
    Woods has more than 700,000 followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
    One person said: “Champions League with Laura Woods 😍 TNT’s coverage is already better than BT’s was.”
    Another added: “Oh my god Laura Woods is stunning.”
    A third replied: “Getting Laura Woods to do a promo will most definitely make me watch Man City vs Red Star Belgrade.”
    While a fourth responded: “Oh Laura Woods back on the screen, thanking you.”
    Meanwhile, one other fan was gutted about Woods not hosting AC Milan’s goalless draw with Newcastle earlier on in the evening.
    They said: “Switch on Newcastle coverage. No Laura Woods. Night ruined.”
    Woods has a lot of fans in the UKCredit: Getty
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    Former BT Sport presenter Jake Humphrey shares picture with fan on train who he inspired to become graphic designer

    FORMER BT Sport presenter Jake Humphrey shared a picture with a fan on a train on Monday morning, claiming he had “inspired” him through his High Performance Podcast.The 44-year-old announced back in May that he was leaving as host of the channel’s Champions League coverage after a decade on the platform – in which he had also presented Premier League games for many years.
    Jake Humphrey shared a picture with a ‘fan’ named Jordan on a train on MondayCredit: Twitter @mrjakehumphrey
    Humphrey left BT Sport at the end of last seasonCredit: Getty
    Since departing BT Sport – who have since become TNT Sports – Humphrey has focused on his podcast, which he hosts alongside Professor Damian Hughes.
    And he made reference to the show on Monday when sharing a snap alongside a young fan, Jordan, who Humphrey says was inspired to pursue graphic design by listening to an episode with Reims manager Will Still.
    Humphrey and the fan smiled for the photo taken on the former Formula One host’s phone.
    Alongside the image, Humphrey added: “This is Jordan. Just met him on the train to London…and today is a big day for him.
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    “He starts a new job as a Graphic Designer, and has been inspired to ignore the naysayers, critics and negative messages…by listening to the High Performance Podcast.
    “I love little moments like this. It’s a reminder why we do it, and the responsibility that comes with it.
    “Also, massive shout to Reims Manager Will Still – Jordan says it was your episode that made him this ‘f*** it, I’m going for this’.
    “Good luck Jordan!!!
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    “Wonderful start to the week. Hope you have a good one too x.”
    Last week, Humphrey hinted at a potential return to presenting F1 in the future.
    Sharing a snap of himself at the 2011 Motorsport Hall of Fame alongside Murray Walker and Frank Williams, he wrote: “What a joy that job was.
    “Still feels like unfinished business. #F1.”
    When Humphrey left BT Sport at the end of last season, fans cringed at a tribute video that was posted as the presenter prepared to leave the company. More

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    Jules Breach in shock exit from presenter role as TV star admits she will ‘miss all the laughs’

    JULES BREACH has stepped down from her role as a presenter on The Football Ramble podcast following her appointment as BT Sport’s new pitchside presenter.The 36-year-old hosted BT Sport Score until the end of last season when the show was cancelled.
    Jules Breach has left her role as a host of the podcast The Football RambleCredit: Rex
    She is set to become TNT Sports’ new pitchside reporter next seasonCredit: Instagram / @makeupartistglo
    Now, as BT Sport becomes TNT Sports, she is set to take over Des Kelly’s role as the company’s lead roving reporter.
    Alongside her TV presenting, she has also worked as a host for popular podcast The Football Ramble.
    But now, after three years with the organisation, her departure has been confirmed.
    Speaking on Instagram, The Football Ramble said: “Sadly due to new work commitments, @julesbreach won’t be joining us this season on the Ramble 😢.
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    “We’re so proud of her and the great new role she has over at TNT Sports and we dare say she’ll pop in from time to time to say hello to us and all of our lovely listeners.
    “Please join us in wishing Jules all the best for the upcoming season! 🙌🏼”
    And Breach immediately responded with her own short post.
    She added: “Thank you @footballramble. I’ll miss all the laughs but I’ll be listening and supporting as always you legends.”
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    Breach previously hosted BT Sport ScoreCredit: Instagram @julesbreach
    She has also worked for CBS SportsCredit: Getty
    Breach will take over the role for TNT Sports following the departure of Desk KellyCredit: Getty

    Breach, who has also worked for CBS Sports, was one of seven main personalities on the Ramble.
    Former Sky Sports presenter Kate Mason is a host of the podcast.
    Journalists Vithushan Ehantharajah and Andy Brassell are also part of the team along with the four original members – Marcus Speller, Luke Moore, Jim Campbell and Pete Donaldson.
    It has been running since 2007.
    Breach was a part of The Football Ramble for three yearsCredit: instagram @julesbreach
    She is gutted to leave The Ramble after taking the TNT Sports positionCredit: Getty More

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    Des Kelly’s replacement lined up by TNT Sports after iconic BT Sport touchline reporter’s exit

    JULES BREACH is set to replace Des Kelly as TNT Sports’ touchline reporter.It was announced yesterday that Kelly had left BT Sport ahead of their TNT Sports rebrand on July 18.
    Jules Breach presents England games on Channel 4Credit: Getty
    The popular host is set for a new role next seasonCredit: Instagram / @makeupartistglo
    TNT Sports are freshening up their line-up ahead of next week’s launch – with Jake Humphrey having also departed to focus on other projects.
    Breach, 39, has done plenty of previous work for BT Sport – presenting axed show BT Sport Score, as well as West Ham and Manchester United’s European matches in recent seasons.
    In addition to her work for BT Sport, popular presenter Breach also hosts EFL highlights on ITV and England matches on Channel 4.
    According to the Mail, her latest gig will see her work as a touchline reporter for TNT Sports.
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    The role will see her conduct pre and post-match interviews – as Kelly did for close to a decade.
    Lynsey Hipgrave is set to remain as TNT Sports’ primary host for Premier League coverage.
    While Laura Woods is expected to agree a deal to present Champions League matches.
    The well-liked host left her position on talkSPORT’s Breakfast show last month.
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    Laura Woods has been linked with TNT SportsCredit: Getty
    The Mail’s report adds that TNT owners Warner Bros Discovery are keen to move away from “laddish banter”.
    Network bosses feel that male ex-pros can sometimes strike the wrong tone.
    Amid the shake-up, Karen Carney and Lucy Ward are set to be given more prominent co-commentary roles.
    TNT’s rivals over at Sky Sports have also undergone a series of summer changes.
    Martin Tyler has left his role as senior commentator, with Peter Drury set to replace the 77-year-old.
    While touchline reporter Geoff Shreeves, 58, has also departed – as well as veteran pundit Graeme Souness.
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    Long-serving BT Sport presenter LEAVES ahead of TNT rebrand following controversial final act with colleagues shocked

    PRESENTER Des Kelly has left BT Sport.It comes as the channel prepares to rebrand to become TNT Sports on July 18.
    Des Kelly has left BT Sport ahead of their rebrand to TNTCredit: Getty
    Kelly was a pitchside reporter for the broadcasterCredit: Twitter @btsportfootball
    Kelly, 58, is the second high-profile personality to leave BT’s football coverage in recent weeks following the departure of host Jake Humphrey.
    Kelly, who was at BT for 10 years, was last seen presenting pitchside at the Champions League final when, according to The Mail, he caused controversy by asking for the autograph of Manchester City man Ilkay Gundogan live on air.
    His exit is said to have “shocked” colleagues who considered him an “untouchable” part of the team.
    He performed a similar role to Sky Sports’ Geoff Shreeves – who also left his post earlier this month after 30 years in the job.
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    Kelly assumed the position after a career as a newspaper journalist.
    He began with an evening chat-show, before switching to his role as a touchline reporter.
    Kelly famously challenged Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp on numerous occasions when the German criticised the broadcasters for their part in fixture scheduling.
    And he was supported by BT Sport last month after asking Gundogan for his autograph.
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    Kelly was criticised for asking for Ilkay Gundogan’s autograph live on airCredit: BT Sport
    Kelly explained away the incident by insisting he planned to auction it for charity.
    The rebrand to TNT Sports is not expected to coincide with a drastic change in presenters and pundits despite the departures of Humphrey and Kelly.
    Laura Woods is being tipped to take over from Humphrey for Champions League games.
    But Lynsey Hipgrave is set to continue as the organisation’s main presenter. More

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    Premier League TV fixture changes announced with 33 games changed including Arsenal v Man Utd and North London derby

    THE Premier League have confirmed August and September’s TV matches.Having already announced the opening day telly clashes, 33 further games have been moved to be shown by Sky Sports and TNT Sports.
    Arsenal’s clash with Manchester United will be shown on Sky Sports Super SundayCredit: Getty
    Tottenham vs Manchester United has been changed to a 5:30pm kick-off on Saturday, August 19, to be shown on Sky.
    The Red Devils’ trip to Arsenal will now be a Sunday, 4:30pm kick-off, also on Sky, on September 3.
    Sky Sports have also landed the first North London Derby of the season, which will now kick-off at the Emirates at 2pm on Sunday, September 24.
    TNT Sports, which replaces BT Sport for the upcoming campaign, have retained the 12:30pm Saturday slot.
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    But on Saturday, September 23 they will show Burnley’s clash with Man United at 8pm.
    Other TV highlights include Tottenham’s Saturday 5:30pm clash with Liverpool on September 30.
    While the West London Derby between Fulham and Chelsea will now be a Sky Sports Monday Night Football on October 2.
    Popular presenter Laura Woods has been tipped to become TNT Sports’ new primary Premier League host.
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    Premier League August and September TV fixtures
    Friday 11 August20:00 Burnley v Man City (Sky Sports)
    Saturday 12 August12:30 Arsenal v Nott’m Forest (TNT Sports)17:30 Newcastle v Aston Villa (Sky Sports)
    Sunday 13 August14:00 Brentford v Spurs (Sky Sports)16:30 Chelsea v Liverpool (Sky Sports)
    Monday 14 AugustMan Utd v Wolves (Sky Sports)
    Saturday 19 August17:30 Spurs v Man Utd (Sky Sports)20:00 Man City v Newcastle (TNT Sports)
    Sunday 20 August14:00 Aston Villa v Everton (Sky Sports)16:30 West Ham v Chelsea (Sky Sports)
    Monday 21 August 20:00 Crystal Palace v Arsenal (Sky Sports)
    Friday 25 August20:00 Chelsea v Luton Town (Sky Sports)
    Saturday 26 August12:30 AFC Bournemouth v Spurs (TNT Sports)17:30 Brighton v West Ham (Sky Sports)
    Sunday 27 August14:00 Sheff Utd v Man City (Sky Sports)16:30 Newcastle v Liverpool (Sky Sports)
    Friday 1 September20:00 Luton Town v West Ham (Sky Sports)
    Saturday 2 September12:30 Sheff Utd v Everton (TNT Sports)17:30 Brighton v Newcastle (Sky Sports)
    Sunday 3 September14:00 Crystal Palace v Wolves (Sky Sports)16:30 Arsenal v Man Utd (Sky Sports)
    Saturday 16 September12:30 Wolves v Liverpool (TNT Sports)17:30 Everton v Arsenal (Sky Sports)
    Sunday 17 September14:00 AFC Bournemouth v Chelsea (Sky Sports)16:30 Newcastle v Brentford (Sky Sports)
    Saturday 23 September17:30 Brentford v Everton (Sky Sports)20:00 Burnley v Man Utd (TNT Sports)
    Sunday 24 September14:00 Arsenal v Spurs (Sky Sports)16:30 Sheff Utd v Newcastle (Sky Sports)
    Saturday 30 September12:30 Aston Villa v Brighton (TNT Sports)17:30 Spurs v Liverpool (Sky Sports)
    Sunday 1 October14:00 Nott’m Forest v Brentford (Sky Sports)
    Monday 2 October20:00 Fulham v Chelsea (Sky Sports)

    The broadcaster is yet to confirm who their anchor or pundits will be next term.
    Woods, who previously worked for Sky Sports, stepped down from her role on talkSPORT last month.
    Confirming her departure, she said in an emotional statement: “You lot, our listeners, have given me so much comfort and guided me through some of my toughest moments, without even realising it.
    “So I wanted to thank you personally for that. I will miss it dearly. Even the Spurs fans.
    “For what feels like a lifetime I’ve been a listener of talkSPORT.
    “For the last six years, it’s been my home, where we get to spend our mornings talking about sport.
    “There’s nothing better. I know I will never find a job like this. It’s unique.
    “Three years as the host of this amazing breakfast show, three bits of silverware for the trophy cabinet and record listening figures.
    “I’m very proud of what we achieved here. One thing’s for sure: I will always be part of this family at talkSPORT.”
    Laura Woods has been tipped to present TNT Sports’ Prem coverage next seasonCredit: Getty More