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    Anthony Joshua vs Robert Helenius: EXACT ring-walk time: What time will the fight start?

    ANTHONY JOSHUA will return to the ring to take on Robert Helenius at the O2 Arena TONIGHT.AJ was due to be fighting Dillan Whyte but the bout was cancelled after the Body Snatcher returned an ‘adverse finding’ from his VADA (Voluntary Anti-Doping Association) testing.

    🥊 Anthony Joshua vs Robert Helenius: How to watch, UK start time, live stream details 🥊
    Anthony Joshua beat Jermaine Franklin on points in his last outingCredit: Times Media Ltd
    Despite the late cancellation, the two-time former unified world heavyweight champion was still keen to get in the ring this evening and in stepped Helenius on the week of the fight.
    AJ returned to winning ways after beating Jermaine Franklin back in April following back-to-back defeats to Oleksandr Usyk.
    Meanwhile, Joshua’s opponent Robert Helenius was in action just last week beating Mika Mielonen in Finland.
    ‘The Nordic Nightmare’ was on the end of a brutal first-round knockout when he fought Deontay Wilder in February.
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    What time are the ring-walks for Anthony Joshua vs Robert Helenius and when does the fight start?

    The ring-walks for Anthony Joshua vs Robert Helenius are scheduled for 10pm BST.
    However, the time is subject to change depending on how long the undercard fights last.
    The main card is set to begin at 7pm BST.

    What TV channel is Anthony Joshua vs Robert Helenius on and can it be live streamed?

    Joshua vs Helenius will be shown on DAZN in the UK.
    DAZN offer a monthly subscription for £9.99 which commits you to an entire year of action.
    Or, fans can pay an upfront fee of £99.99 and that will cover you for the whole year – plus it is the lowest cost option.
    Alternatively, there is a flexible pass worth £19.99 a month which can be cancelled at any time.
    The event is available to live stream via your mobile or any tablet device where the DAZN app can be downloaded.

    Who’s on the card?
    Here are all the confirmed fights on the card at the O2 Arena tonight:

    Anthony Joshua vs Robert Helenius
    Derek Chisora vs Gerald Washington
    Filip Hrgovic vs. Demsey McKean
    Johnny Fisher vs. Harry Armstrong
    George Liddard vs. Radek Rousal
    Maisey Rose Courtney vs. Gemma Ruegg
    Campbell Hatton vs. Tom Ansell

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    Anthony Joshua vs Robert Helenius live stream and TV guide: How to watch huge fight from London

    ANTHONY JOSHUA will return to the ring on Saturday night to face Robert Helenius at the O2 Arena.The two-time former unified world heavyweight champion was due to fight Dillian Whyte, but the fight was cancelled after the Body Snatcher returned an ‘adverse finding’ from his VADA (Voluntary Anti-Doping Association) testing.

    🥊 Anthony Joshua vs Robert Helenius: How to watch, UK start time, live stream details 🥊
    Anthony Joshua beat Jermaine Franklin in his last fight back in April 2023Credit: Times Media Ltd
    Anthony Joshua was last in action in April when he beat Jermaine Franklin on points.
    AJ will be hoping to win by knockout for the first time since his 9th-round destruction of Kubrat Pulev in December 2020.
    Joshua’s opponent Helenius fought just last week, beating Mika Mielonen by way of TKO.
    ‘The Nordic Nightmare’ was knocked out in the first round by Deontay Wilder back in October, and AJ will be hoping he can replicate the Bronze Bomber’s path to victory.
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    How can I watch Anthony Joshua vs Robert Helenius?

    Joshua vs Helenius will be shown on DAZN in the UK.
    DAZN offer a monthly subscription for £9.99 which commits you to an entire year of action.
    Or, fans can pay an upfront fee of £99.99, and that will cover you for the whole year – plus it is the lowest cost option.
    DAZN also offer a flexible pass worth £19.99 a month which can be cancelled at any time.
    The event is available to live stream via your mobile or any tablet device where the DAZN app can be downloaded.
    Alternatively, you can follow SunSport’s live blog to keep up to date with all the action from the O2 Arena.

    Can I watch DAZN on my TV?

    On March 23, DAZN launched their first TV channel on Sky known as DAZN 1 HD.
    The channel will show a 24/7 schedule of live and catch-up content including 50-plus fights a year.
    DAZN will be on Sky channel 429 in the UK and Ireland.
    To access the channel, you will need a DAZN subscription which will also give you access to the DAZN app which is available to download for free onto your mobile or tablet.

    Who is on the card?
    Here are all the fights scheduled to take place at the O2 Arena on Saturday night:

    Anthony Joshua vs Robert Helenius
    Derek Chisora vs Gerald Washington
    Filip Hrgovic vs. Demsey McKean
    Johnny Fisher vs. Harry Armstrong
    George Liddard vs. Radek Rousal
    Maisey Rose Courtney vs. Gemma Ruegg
    Campbell Hatton vs. Tom Ansell

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    Anthony Joshua vs Robert Helenius: UK start time, live stream, TV channel, undercard details for O2 fight this weekend

    ANTHONY JOSHUA has a new opponent in Robert Helenius for his fight this weekend at the O2 Arena. AJ was originally scheduled to face Dillian Whyte on Saturday night but the fight was cancelled after the Body Snatcher failed a drugs test.
    Anthony Joshua beat Jermaine Franklin back in AprilCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
    Robert Helenius was knocked out by Deontay Wilder in a round last yearCredit: Getty
    Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn has been scrambling since to find an opponent to replace Whyte.
    Heavyweight fighters Filip Hrgovic, Derek Chisora, Demsey McKean and Gerald Washington, who are all fighting on the same card, were all considered.
    But Helenius, who was fought both Whyte and Chisora before too, was eventually chosen.
    Helenius was knocked out by Deontay Wilder last year in just one round but bounced back with a win just last weekend.

    The Finnish veteran stopped his opponent in three rounds in what was his first win since his victory over Adam Kownacki on the Tyson Fury vs Deontay Wilder 3 undercard.
    Joshua is coming off an uninspiring points win over Jermaine Franklin in April, but he’ll be hoping he can get a KO win here.
    Joshua hasn’t won by knockout since his 9th-round destruction of Kubrat Pulev in December 2020, before he lost two title bouts with Oleksandr Usyk.
    Providing Joshua beats Helenius, he’s all set to face Wilder in a clash that will likely take place in Saudi Arabia in 2024.
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    When is Joshua vs Helenius?

    Joshua’s clash with Helenius will take place on Saturday, August 12.
    The fight will be held at the O2 Arena in London.
    The main card is set to start at 7pm BST.
    Ring-walks for the main event will likely get underway from around 10.30pm BST.

    Why was the Dillian Whyte fight cancelled?
    Joshua vs Whyte won’t be happening because Whyte has failed a drugs test.
    Matchroom released a statement which read: “Today, the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (VADA) informed Matchroom, the Association of Boxing Commissions and the British Boxing Board of Control that Dillian Whyte had returned adverse analytical findings as part of a random anti-doping protocol.
    “In light of this news, the fight will be cancelled, and a full investigation will be conducted. Further information on the event will follow.”
    SunSport understands TWO failed tests came back from Vada.
    Dillian Whyte has been pulled from the Anthony Joshua fight after failing a drugs testCredit: Richard Pelham / The Sun
    How can I watch Joshua vs Helenius?

    Joshua vs Helenius will be shown on DAZN in the UK.
    AJ’s fight with Whyte was originally going to be shown on DAZN PPV, but the decision has been made to make the Helenius fight part of your standard subscription.
    DAZN offer a monthly subscription for £9.99 which commits you to an entire year of action.
    Or, fans can pay an upfront fee of £99.99 and that will cover you for the whole year – plus it is the lowest cost option.
    Alternatively, there is a flexible pass worth £19.99 a month which can be canceled at any time.
    The event is available to live stream via your mobile or any tablet device where the DAZN app can be downloaded.
    Sky will also have fight coverage through channel 429 – the DAZN channel.

    Joshua vs Helenius full card

    Anthony Joshua vs Robert Helenius
    Derek Chisora vs Gerald Washington
    Filip Hrgovic vs. Demsey McKean
    Johnny Fisher vs. Harry Armstrong
    George Liddard vs. Radek Rousal
    Maisey Rose Courtney vs. Gemma Ruegg
    Campbell Hatton vs. Tom Ansell

    What has been said?
    “This wasn’t in the script,” said Joshua.
    “I respect Helenius and may I say, I respect any male or female who steps into the ring. I am laser focused on the win.
    “I can make steps forward to bigger and better things but the road map has a check point, Saturday night. May the best man win.”
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    “I am excited about fighting Anthony Joshua on August 12,” said Helenius.
    “I am a true Viking that is willing to face any challenge at a moments notice. This is not an opportunity I was going to let slip away. I plan to make the most of it!” More

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    How to watch Saudi Pro League in the UK?

    MANY stars in world football have joined Cristiano Ronaldo in the Saudi Pro League this summer.Former Premier League players such as Jordan Henderson, Riyad Mahrez and N’Golo Kante have all made the switch to join the Portuguese legend in Saudi Arabia.
    Cristiano Ronaldo is among the stars that play in the Saudi Pro LeagueCredit: GETTY
    All three players have won the Premier League and Champions League during their time in England’s top flight, highlighting the calibre of player that is moving to the Middle East.
    Ballon d’Or winner Karim Benzema has also made the transition to the Saudi elite division after joining Al-Ittihad from Real Madrid.
    But how do you watch the Saudi Pro League in the UK?
    How do I watch the Saudi Pro League in the UK?
    DAZN has secured a one-season deal to broadcast the Saudi Pro League in the UK.
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    The streaming giants, owned by Brit billionaire Len Blavatnik, have picked up the rights for the UK, Germany and Austria.
    You can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £9.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of action.
    A flexible pass, worth £19.99-a-month, is also available, and you can cancel anytime.
    You can also pay £99.99 for the year upfront, which is the lowest cost option.
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    Can I watch DAZN on my TV?

    On March 23, DAZN launched their first TV channel on Sky, known as DAZN 1 HD.
    The channel will show a 24/7 schedule of live and catch-up content, including 50-plus fights a year.
    DAZN will be on Sky channel 429 in the UK and Ireland.
    To access the channel, you will need a DAZN subscription which will also give you access to the DAZN app. More

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    Saudi Pro League to be screened in UK this season as broadcaster finally buys rights to show Ronaldo, Henderson and Co

    STREAMING giant DAZN have agreed a one-season deal to show the Saudi Pro League.DAZN were initially thought to be out of the race as other companies pitched for the rights to show games, with the auction being handled by IMG.
    Fans will now be able to watch Cristiano Ronaldo and CoCredit: Getty
    Sun Sport reported that Sky Sports were mulling a bid ahead of Friday’s opening games of the Saudi season.
    But DAZN, owned by Brit billionaire Len Blavatnik, has stolen a march to pick up the rights for the UK, Germany and Austria after a weekend twist saw negotiations accelerate.
    More to follow.
    THIS IS A DEVELOPING STORY…The Sun is your go to destination for the best football, boxing and MMA news, real-life stories, jaw-dropping pictures and must-see video.Like us on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TheSunFootball and follow us from our main Twitter account at @TheSunFootball. More

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    Why is Anthony Joshua vs Dillian Whyte 2 cancelled, who is AJ fighting instead?

    ANTHONY JOSHUA was supposed to be fighting Dillian Whyte next weekend, but the fight will no longer take place. A rivalry that stems from 2009 when Whyte got the better of Joshua at amateur level, their third fight was supposed to be the decider.
    Anthony Joshua and Dillian Whyte were due to fight on August 12Credit: Reuters
    AJ won the sequel and got revenge in 2015 when he KO’d the Brixton-brawler to win the British heavyweight title.
    But fans WON’T get to see them square off for a third time.
    Why is Joshua vs Whyte 2 cancelled?
    Joshua’s big clash won’t be happening because Whyte has failed a drugs test.
    Matchroom released a statement which read: “Today, the Voluntary Anti-Doping Association (VADA) informed Matchroom, the Association of Boxing Commissions and the British Boxing Board of Control that Dillian Whyte had returned adverse analytical findings as part of a random anti-doping protocol. “In light of this news, the fight will be cancelled, and a full investigation will be conducted. Further information on the event will follow.”
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    SunSport understands TWO failed tests came back from Vada.
    If they haven’t already, the B-samples for both failed tests will also be examined by VADA.
    Former WBC heavyweight title challenger Whyte is no stranger to anti-doping controversies.
    Whyte, 35, tested positive for the banned stimulant Methylhexaneamine after his 2012 victory over Sandor Balogh.
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    The substance found its way into Whyte’s system through a banned and since discontinued pre-workout supplement, which landed him a two-year suspension.
    His second anti-doping violation occurred ahead of his interim WBC heavyweight title fight with Oscar Rivas in 2019.
    One of his pre-fight tests returned traces of the banned anabolic steroid Dianabol.
    But he was cleared by UKAD of intentionally taking the performance-enhancing drug due to the “extremely low” levels of the substance found in his system.
    Will the event still go ahead?
    SunSport understand that event organisers are trying to press ahead with the card as planned.
    Promoter Eddie Hearn is looking for a new opponent, with the frontrunner said to be American Gerald Washington, who was supposed to fight Derek Chisora on the card.
    Filip Hrgovic and Demsey McKean, both also due to fight on August 12, could step in too.
    Anthony Joshua KO Dillian Whyte in 2015Credit: AFP
    What TV channel is it on and can it be live streamed?

    Should the event go ahead, it will be broadcast LIVE on DAZN. It’s unknown if it will remain a pay-per-view show.
    DAZN offer a monthly subscription for £9.99 which commits you to an entire year of action.
    Or, fans can pay an upfront fee of £99.99 and that will cover you for the whole year – plus it is the lowest cost option.
    Alternatively, there is a flexible pass worth £19.99 a month which can be canceled at any time.
    The event is available to live stream via your mobile or any tablet device where the DAZN app can be downloaded.
    Sky will also have fight coverage through channel 429 – the DAZN channel.
    But for anyone without access to all of the above, SunSport will have round-by-round coverage of the whole event including the undercard.

    Who else is on the card?

    Derek Chisora vs Gerald Washington
    Filip Hrgovic vs. Demsey McKean
    Johnny Fisher vs. Harry Armstrong
    George Liddard vs. Radek Rousal
    Maisey Rose Courtney vs. Gemma Ruegg
    Campbell Hatton vs. Tom Ansell

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    What has been said?
    Both AJ and Whyte have yet to comment on the situation.
    But Hearn briefly wrote on Twitter: “BREAKING… more updates to follow shortly. Time to go to work!” More

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    When is KSI vs Tommy Fury? UK start time, TV channel, stream, PPV price, full details for Misfits Prime card

    KSI officially has his next fight lined up – and it’s a huge one against Tommy Fury!The social media mogul is coming off a controversial no contest against Joe Fournier in which he accidentally used his elbow to originally claim a KO win.
    KSI and Tommy Fury will clash later this year in Manchester
    KSI and Tommy Fury faced off in the ring after the former’s win over Joe FournierCredit: Getty
    Fury, on the other hand, won the fight of his life against Jake Paul in Saudi Arabia back in February.
    KSI hasn’t made his desire to one day fight Paul a secret, but for now he’d rather do the one thing the Problem Child couldn’t do by beating Fury.
    Fury and KSI faced off in the ring after the latter’s win over Fournier in scenes which set the influencer boxing landscape alight.
    And now they’ll face off on a mega night of action in Manchester, with Jake’s brother Logan Paul also on the card!

    When is KSI vs Fury?

    Fury’s clash with KSI will take place on Saturday, October 14.
    The fight will be held at the AO Arena in Manchester.
    Ring-walks for the man event are expected to get going from around 10.30pm BST.
    You can expect the main card to start at 7pm BST.

    What channel is it on and can it be live streamed?

    KSI vs Fury will be shown live on DAZN PPV in the UK.
    A price for the event has yet to be confirmed.
    You can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £9.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of action.
    A flexible pass, worth £19.99-a-month, is also available, and you can cancel anytime.
    You can also pay £99.99 for the year up front, and this is the lowest cost option.
    The fight is available for live streaming on your mobile or tablet device from the DAZN app.
    You can also watch DAZN 1 HD on Sky channel 429.

    KSI vs Fury undercard
    A full card for KSI vs Fury has yet to be announced.
    But it’s already been confirmed that Logan Paul will be on the card, with Dillon Danis a rumoured opponent.
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    Check back at SunSport for all the latest details on the undercard.
    What has been said?
    “I came back to boxing to show the world the crazy levels I’m at,” KSI said.
    “I’ve shown through obliterating all my past opponents that I am the best in this scene.
    “KO after KO has now led me to the toughest fight in the influencer boxing scene. I’m fighting Tommy Fury.
    “The man that defeated the once undefeated Jake Paul is now my opponent and I can’t wait to silence all the doubters that believe I have no chance. After this fight, you’ll understand that I truly am that guy.”
    Fury said: “I’ve already beaten Jake Paul and so all that is left for me to do is send this man to sleep. I’ll do that inside four rounds. This is easy money.” More

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    KSI and Logan Paul announce ‘most epic card in history’ as Prime partners joint-headline Manchester show on October 14

    KSI and Logan Paul will fight on the same card together. The rivals-turned-Prime business partners will headline a DAZN pay-per-view card on October 14 in Manchester.
    KSI and Logan Paul wil fight on the same card togetherCredit: Getty
    KSI posted on Instagram: “The PRIME card is here!
    “We will both fight on the same night for the first time since our rematch in 2019, live on DAZN PPV. Opponents will be announced soon.”
    Mams Taylor, KSI’s manager, commented: “The most epic card in history incoming. Guaranteed!”
    KSI, 30, drew with Paul, 28, in 2018 before winning the rematch a year later by split-decision when they turned professional.
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    Since then, they have launched the hugely popular Prime hydration drink.
    Paul has not boxed since June 2021, when he took American legend Floyd Mayweather, 46, the distance in their exhibition.
    Meanwhile, KSI fought in May and knocked out businessman and boxer Joe Fournier, 40, with an accidental but illegal elbow.
    The KO victory was overturned to a no-contest and KSI soon turned his attention to Tommy Fury, 24, who beat Paul’s brother Jake, 26, in February.
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    Talks dragged on amid weight and money rows but a deal was said to have been close to being confirmed.
    And Misfits Boxing fuelled speculation further by posting a fight poster with the word “Fury” written in fire on it.
    Paul was due to share the same card with KSI in January before a WWE injury forced him out.
    He has signed to fight Conor McGregor’s training partner Dillon Danis, 29, who also later pulled out against KSI.
    KSI beat Logan Paul in their 2019 rematchCredit: Getty Images – Getty More