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    Gary Lineker ‘in talks to launch MOTD-style show with major sport broadcaster’ after controversial BBC exit

    GARY LINEKER is planning for life as a “media disruptor” after leaving the BBC, according to reports.The 64-year-old parted ways with the Beeb earlier this week following an anti-Semitism row. Gary Lineker has left the BBC after 26 yearsCredit: BBCReports suggest Lineker’s podcast The Rest is Football is set to cover the Club World CupCredit: AlamyLineker announced earlier this season he would depart his role as Match of the Day host after almost three decades.But he had been due to stay for the BBC’s coverage of the World Cup next summer. The former England striker is now reportedly planning to expand on an existing role. According to The Guardian, Lineker’s podcast The Rest is Football are in talks with DAZN. READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe discussions are based around “launching shows featuring match clips of this summer’s Club World Cup.”Lineker’s Goalhanger Productions company are reportedly leading the talks with DAZN, who hold global rights to the tournament. Episodes of The Rest is Football were previously available on BBC Sounds after Goalhanger signed a one-year deal with the Beeb last November. Following Lineker’s departure, future episodes will not be streamed on the platform. Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKThe outlet also claims TV insiders believe Lineker moving to a rival such as ITV or Sky Sports is “highly unlikely.”Any success this summer with the Club World Cup could see The Rest is Football return for extended World Cup episodes in 2026. Gary Lineker apologises for antisemitic post and confirms he’s quitting BBC next weekLineker faced a huge backlash after he re-posted a video last week which criticised Zionism and included an illustration of a rat.The Three Lions legend agreed to leave the BBC for good and apologised unreservedly in a video message on Monday.The 64-year-old said in the clip: “Football has been at the heart of my life for as long as I can remember – both on the pitch and in the studio.”I care deeply about the game, and about the work I’ve done with the BBC over many years. “As I’ve said, I would never consciously repost anything anti-Semitic – it goes against everything I stand for.”However, I recognise the error and upset that I caused, and reiterate how sorry I am. “Stepping back now feels like the responsible course of action.” More

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    Josh Taylor vs Ekow Essuman: Start time, TV channel, live stream and full card as pair clash for WBO International title

    JOSH TAYLOR takes on Ekow Essuman in a Scottish homecoming fight THIS Saturday!Taylor is looking to rectify back-to-back defeats as he takes on 36-year-old Essuman.Josh Taylor is looking to get his career going again after back-to-back lossesCredit: Steve Welsh/PA WireEkow Essuman (right) comes into the clash off the back of consecutive victoriesCredit: Ian Hodgson/PA Wire’The Tartan Tornado’ Taylor comes into the clash off the back of two losses, having been beaten by Teofimo Lopez before losing his rematch to Jack Catterall in May 2024.Ekow ‘The Engine’ Essuman comes into the bout with a record of 21-1-0, with eight of his 21 victories coming by KO.Essuman’s only defeat came at the hands of Harry Scarff in 2023, losing by unanimous decision in Manchester, meaning Taylor will look to be the first man to KO Essuman to get back to form.The Engine in turn looks to be the first man to KO Taylor, with both of his defeats coming by unanimous decision, with whoever can score the victory becoming the WBO international welterweight champion. Read more BoxingWhen is Josh Taylor vs Ekow Essuman?Josh Taylor vs Ekow Essuman is LIVE on Saturday, May 24.Coverage of the card starts at 7pm BST on DAZN.The fight takes place at the SSE Hydro in Glasgow.Ringwalks for Taylor vs Essuman are expected at around 10pm BST.Tickets are still available on Ticketmaster.*Please note that StubHub and similar secondary ticket resale sites may list tickets above face value.How to watch Josh Taylor vs Ekow Essuman and is there a live stream?The bout will come live to fans on DAZN to over 200 countries.An annual DAZN subscription costs £119.99 or £14.99 for monthly.There is also monthly flexible pass – which can be cancelled at any time – for £24.99.The broadcast is on DAZN TV or can be live streamed via the website or app.SunSport will blog all the action from the card as it happens.Full cardJosh Taylor vs Ekow Essuman; WelterweightNathaniel Collins vs Lee McGregor; FeatherweightAloys Junior vs Davie Jamieson; CruiserweightMoses Itauma vs Mike Balogun; HeavyweightLuke McCormack vs Samir Cuentas; Light welterweightAlex Arthur Jr vs Robbie Chapman; Super middleweightMost read in Boxing More

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    Terri Harper vs Natalie Zimmermann: Stream, TV channel, start time and full card as Brit defends her title in Doncaster

    TERRI Harper looks to continue her reign as WBO lightweight champion when she clashes Natalie Zimmermann.Harper defends her title in her hometown of Doncaster on Friday, May 23.Terri Harper comes into the fight as WBO lightweight championCredit: News Group Newspapers LtdNatalie Zimmermann goes into the fight with a perfect record after switching to boxing in 2020Credit: Christian Charisius/dpaShe is a multi-weight strap holder, and makes her first defence of her new title after beating Rhiannon Dixon for the title last September.The 28-year-old puts her world title on the line at the stadium of Doncaster FC.Her opponent, German Zimmermann, comes into the fight with a record of 12-0-0, with three wins coming by way of KO.Harper has two losses to her name, but with a record of 15-2-2, with six wins coming by KO, she holds an experience advantage.Read more BoxingHow to watch Terri Harper vs Natalie Zimmermann and is there a live stream?Terri Harper defends her WBO lightweight title against Natalie Zimmermann LIVE in the UK.The whole card will stream live via DAZN to over 200 countries.DAZN subscriptions start at £14.99 per month for an Annual Super Saver subscription, or £24.99 for a Monthly Flexible pass.When does Terri Harper vs Natalie Zimmermann start?Terri Harper takes on Natalie Zimmermann on Friday, May 23.Coverage of the card starts at 6pm BST.Harper and Zimmerman are expected to make their ringwalks around 10pm BST.The full card will stream live from DAZN.Full cardTerri Harper vs Natalie Zimmermann; Lightweight, for the WBO titleMaxi Hughes vs Archie Sharp; LightweightTysie Gallagher vs Ebonie Jones; Super bantamweightReece Mould vs Lewis Sylvester; LightweightJimmy Joe Flint vs Haithem Laamouz; Super lightweightStevi Levy vs Ellie Hellewell; Super bantamweightJoe Hayden vs Lewis Booth; Light middleweight More

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    Diletta Leotta stuns in ‘perfect’ outfit as DAZN host puts on leggy display for Serie A title clash

    DILETTA LEOTTA put on another stunning display as she conducted her Italian footie punditry duties.The 33-year-old DAZN presenter regularly wows Serie A fans with an array of bold and daring outfits.DAZN presenter Diletta Leotta stunned during a Charity Gala event in Rome last weekThe 33-year-old stunned as she returned pitchside on Sunday for Napoli’s trip to ParmaCredit: GETTYLeotta wowed viewers in a figure-hugging black dressCredit: INSTGRAM@DILETTALEOTTAAnd just days after stunning in a floral number at a charity event, the Italian wowed during the broadcaster’s coverage of Napoli’s trip to Parma on Sunday.She donned a figure-hugging black dress for the match, which ended 0-0.And Leotta – the wife of formerLiverpool flop Loris Karius – completed her outfit, which she showed off on Instagram before the match, with white open-toed high heels.The accompanying caption for her pre-match photo dump read: “Last 180.”READ MORE ON DILETTA LEOTTAScores of Leotta’s 9.2million followers flooded the comments section, with one commenting: “You are gorgeous.”Another said: “Magnificent.”And another said: “Sublime to say the least!”One remarked: “Lucky your husband.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSDiletta Leotta is married to former Liverpool goalkeeper Loris KariusAnother chimed in: “My Dileta, what a perfect outfit, you are stunning!”When she’s not required on screen, Leotta tries her best to attend hubby’s Karius’ Schalke matches.Diletta Leotta wows in busty outfit at Fifa Club World Cup draw but fans baffled as Italy icon calls her an ‘immigrant’But she recently suffered a “traumatic” experience in the form of an invasive security check at a German airport while travelling back to Italy.During an appearance on Radio 105, she recalled: “I had to go back to Italy, and as I was going through the metal detector, a policewoman came and wanted to check me.”At one point, I took off almost all my clothes.”I was wearing almost nothing under my arms and told her, ‘Look, I have nothing under my arms.'”But she insisted on tickling me under my arms, which was incredible torture.”She also told me to take off my shoes and tickled me under my feet.Read More on The Sun”It was traumatic because my brother held me like that (with his arms raised) and tickled me under the armpits.”He was really strong. He tickled me all over my body and I used to wet my pants.” More

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    Kieron Conway vs Gerome Warburton: Start time, stream, TV channel as pair clash in HUGE British title fight

    THE BBBofC British middleweight title is on the line in London as Kieron Conway and Gerome Warburton face off in a HUGE clash.Conway comes into the bout as the Commenwealth Boxing Council middleweight champion, with a record of 22-3-1, and is looking to add the BBCofC British middleweight title.Kieron Conway (left) and Gerome Warburton (right) will fight for the BBBofC British middleweight titleCredit: GettyKieron Conway will be looking to bring the title to Northampton with a victoryCredit: GettyGerome Warburton has only lost one fight in his careerCredit: GettyGerome Warburton comes into his first title fight with a record of 15-1-2, having not lost a fight since December 2021. The pair will fight over 12 rounds, with Conway the more experienced of the fighters over this distance.The clash comes LIVE from the Copper Box Arena in London, and is part of the undercard for the Johnny Fisher vs Dave Allen 2 card.SunSport can reveal all the details about the HUGE clash from London.Read more BoxingWhen is Kieron Conway vs Gerome Warburton?Kieron Conway vs Gerome Warburton comes LIVE from the Copper Box Arena on Saturday, May 17.The undercard is expected to get underway at 7pm BST.Conway and Warburton are expected to make their ringwalks at around 9pm BST.How to watch Kieron Conway vs Gerome Warburton and is there a live stream?The fight card of Kieron Conway vs Gerome Warburton will stream LIVE on DAZN to over 200 countries.There are two different membership options on DAZN, £119.99 / £14.99 for an Annual Super Saver subscription, or £24.99 for a Monthly Flexible pass, which can be cancelled at any time.The fight can be found on DAZN TV, or can be streamed via the website or app.The main card is expected to start at 7pm BST, with Conway vs Warburton expected at around 9pm BST.SunSport will live blog every fight on the card.Kieron Conway vs Gerome Warburton full cardJohnny Fisher vs Dave Allen – for WBA Intercontinental heavyweight title.Kieron Conway vs Gerome Warburton – for BBBofC British middleweight titleGeorge Liddard vs Aaron SuttonJimmy Sains vs Gideon OnyenaniJohn Hedges vs Nathan QuarlessShannon Ryan vs Fara El BousairiTaylor Bevan vs Juan Cruz CacheiroEmmanuel Buttegieg vs Novak RadulovicWhat’s been said?Conway told Boxing News: “All my previous experience is going to be a factor in the pure fact that I’m going to be better on the night.Most read in Boxing”[Warburton’s] going to fight his heart out. He’s in a similar position to what I was in when I fought [Cheeseman] – he’s come out of the shadows – but I’m better in every single department.”It’ll be really sweet to bring this [British title] back to Northampton.” More

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    Darren Till vs Darren Stewart EXACT start time: When is HUGE Misfits 21 fight tonight?

    DARREN TILL steps back into the boxing ring as he main events Misfits 21.The rescheduled card will come LIVE from Derby, after the original card for March 29 was cancelled with KSI pulling out.Darren Till is currently 2-0 in his boxing careerCredit: Chris Unger/Zuffa LLCTill (right) most recently scored a victory over Anthony Taylor (left)Credit: GettyDarren Stewart had to leave MMA but was given a ‘second chance’ by boxingCredit: Chris Unger/Zuffa LLCTill has scored two victories in two fights since he left UFC for the boxing ring, beating Mohammad Mutie on the Mo Vlogs vs Shero Amara undercard, before beating Anthony Taylor.He has had to wait two months longer than anticipated to fight Darren Stewart, as the orignal Misfits 21 card was postponed after KSI cancelled his fight with Dillon Danis.As a result, Darren Till and Darren Stewart will now co-main event Misfits 21 in Derby – with Idris Virgo also set to clash Tyson Fury’s former sparring partner Ty Mitchell.Till’s opponent Stewart was forced to leave MMA due to financial struggles, but said he got a “second chance” from boxing, after working on a train line.Read more BoxingWhen exact time is Darren Till vs Darren Stewart starting? Misfits 21 opens its doors at the Vaillant Live arena in Derby at 5pm.The event takes place TONIGHT – Friday, May 16.Coverage of the card is live from 7pm BST on DAZN.The ring walks for the main event are expected at around 10.30pm BST.However, the schedule is subject to change on the night.How can I watch Misfits 21 and is there a live stream?Misfits 21 takes place on DAZN – which is available for an annual or monthly subscription.An annual pass costs £119.99 up front or £14.99 monthly.There is also a flexible pass, that can be cancelled any time, for £24.99 per month.It can be watched on DAZN TV, or live streamed via the website or app.Alternatively, SunSport will live blog every fight from Misfits 21 as it happens.Misfits 21 full card More

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    Misfits Boxing 21 full card – how to watch huge bill from Derby

    MISFITS BOXING is gearing up for a huge show in Derby after both a cancellation and a postponement.Originally KSI was set to face Dillon Danis in the main event of the show set for March, before the YouTube sensation pulled out.Misfits Boxing is back with a stacked cardThe showdown was supposed to be held on Saturday, March 29, at Manchester’s AO Arena, but KSI withdrew due to sickness.Misfits announced at the time: “Due to an illness to KSI, Misfits Boxing ‘Unfinished Business’, scheduled for March 29th in Manchester, has been postponed. A further update will be issued next week, including a new date for the event.”The big event was then moved for Derby for mid-April, before being rescheduled.Instead ex-UFC superstar Darren Till headlines against fellow former MMA star Darren Stewart, with Love Islanders Idris Virgo and Curtis Pritchard also on the bill.While TikToker Wakey Wines takes on Mo Deen in a blockbuster clash on the undercard.When is Misfits Boxing 21?Misfits Boxing 21 takes place on Friday night, May 16.The big show starts at 5pm BST, with the main event of Till vs Stewart set for 10pm.Derby’s brand new 3,500 capacity Vaillant Live Arena plays host.Most read in BoxingKSI issues worrying statement on health battle and gives major update on boxing career after latest fight collapse How can I watch Misfits Boxing 21?Misfits Boxing 21 will be shown live on DAZN.This event will not be a DAZN PPV and is included in your DAZN subscription.Misfits Boxing 21 full cardDarren Till vs Darren Stewart, cruiserweightIdris Virgo vs Ty Mitchell, light heavyweight – MF pro titleChase DeMoor vs Tank Tolman, heavyweight, MFB titleWalid Sharks vs FoxTheG, lightweightJordan Banjo vs Wil Anderson, heavyweightAmir Anderson vs TBA, middleweightJoey Knight vs Andy Howson, lightweightWakey Wines vs MoDeen, heavyweightDylan Price vs TBA, super bantamweightTempo Art vs Big Tobz vs Godson Umeh vs Curtis Pritchard, heavyweight – Survivor boutWakey Wines is primed for his boxing debutWhat have they said?Darren Till said in his press conference this week that he is spurred on from his cancelled fight against Tommy Fury.Till said: “There’s a lot of respect between me and Darren. We’ve fought on two shows together. Darren’s a good lad.”He’s a solid competitor. I know he can fight, I know he’s got a big pair of bollocks on him. I haven’t really got a lot to say. I’m coming Friday.”I think a lot of people get confused between respect and disrespect. I think a lot of people expect me to go mad [since the Tommy fight] but that’s not the case. “You’ve all known me for years now. I am one of the best strikers in the world and I’m coming for violence on Friday as always. It’s going to be a hell of a show.” More

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    Darren Till vs Darren Stewart: start time, TV channel, stream and full card as the pair meet in Misfits main event

    DARREN TILL returns to boxing THIS WEEKEND after his victory over Anthony Taylor earlier this year.It is a battle of the Darren’s as Till and Stewart main event the rescheduled Misfits 21 card.Darren Till is unbeaten in his Boxing career so farCredit: Taka G Wu/Alamy Live NewsDarren Stewart will make his boxing debut after retiring from MMACredit: Chris Unger/Zuffa LLCThe former UFC fighter will take on Darren Stewart at Vaillaint Live in Derby.Till was originally scheduled to fight Tommy Fury in late January on his Misfits debut, but Fury pulled out of the fight.Till left UFC in 2023, with no intention of returning, turning his attention to a career in boxing, and will clash MMA specialist Darren Stewart.Stewart announced retirement from MMA, citing financial difficulties in August 2024, later going to work on a train line, but has been given a “second chance” through boxing.Read more BoxingThe fight will take place at cruiserweight with Till describing his most recent win as “just another day at the office.”He told The Independent: “It was good to be back on the big stage, especially the Misfits stage. “I’m a misfit, aren’t I? I have been my whole life, in the UFC, on social media. “I’m probably the only real misfit, the only difference with me is: I can actually fight; all these others can’t fight.”Most read in BoxingTill also revealed he predicted that Fury – who made his own ring return last weekend with a win in Hungary – would pull out of the fight.Till said: “I said to my coach after the press conference, ‘He’ll pull out of the fight.'”My coach said: ‘Make sure you make it public.’ And I said: ‘I don’t want to give it no energy.’ “Then one day, I come in the gym, and he starts screaming [online] about how he’s pulled out. “I don’t think the Furys have been seen since, so everyone in boxing should thank me, because you all got terrorised by the Furys for years. “Then I come along and absolutely terrorise him. Every time any boxer sees me now, he wants to f***ing shake my hand.”Everyone was sick of them.”People give Tommy more s*** than I do.”I’ve got nothing bad to say about him in terms of his personal life. “I don’t know Tommy, so I couldn’t comment on his characteristics or anything like that.”When is Misfits 21 – Till vs Stewart?Darren Till vs Darren Stewart is the main event of the rescheduled Misfits Boxing 21 card.The original card was set for March 29, before KSI pulled out of his clash with Dillon Danis.The card takes place on Friday, May 16 at the Vaillant Live arena in Derby.Doors open at 5pm, with coverage expected from 7pm BST.Ring walks for Till vs Stewart are expected at 10.30pm BST, although that is subject to change.How to watch Darren Till vs Darren Stewart and is there a live stream?Misfits 21 will be broadcast by DAZN.In the UK, it can be watched on DAZN TV which is an additional subscription.It can also be live streamed on the DAZN website or via the downloadable app.DAZN is available for £14.99 per month on a one-year commitment or for £119.99 if you pay the full amount.There is also flexible monthly pass for £24.99, which can be cancelled at any time.Alternatively, SunSport will blog every fight from Misfits 21 as it happens.Darren Till vs Darren Stewart full cardDarren Till vs Darren Stewart, cruiserweightIdris Virgo vs Ty Mitchell, light heavyweight – MF pro titleChase DeMoor vs Tank Tolman, heavyweight – MFB titleWalid Sharks vs FoxTheG, lightweightJordan Banjo vs Wil Anderson, heavyweightAmir Anderson vs TBA, middleweightJoey Knight vs Andy Howson, lightweightWakey Wines vs MoDeen, heavyweightDylan Price vs TBA, super bantamweightTempo Art vs Big Tobz vs Godson Umeh vs Curtis Pritchard, heavyweight – Survivor Tag boutWhat’s been said?”There’s a lot of respect between me and Darren [Stewart],” Till said at Wednesday’s press conference. “We’ve fought on two shows together. Darren’s a good lad.”He’s a solid competitor. I know he can fight, I know he’s got a big pair of bollocks on him. I haven’t really got a lot to say. I’m coming Friday.”I think a lot of people get confused between respect and disrespect. “I think a lot of people expect me to go mad [since the Tommy fight] but that’s not the case.”You’ve all known me for years now. I am one of the best strikers in the world and I’m coming for violence on Friday as always. “It’s going to be a hell of a show.”Read More on The SunStewart added: “I know he’s going to bring it.”I’m going to bring it. This is the place to show it and I’m thankful to be on. I’m here to entertain, and that’s what I do.” More