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      When is the Carabao Cup quarter-final draw? FREE stream, TV channel, ball numbers as Man Utd and Arsenal eye last-8 spot

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      THE Carabao Cup quarter-final draw is upon us – and it is guaranteed to throw up some mouthwatering ties.Declan Rice will be determined to inflict pain on the club which loves him so dearly as Arsenal travel to West Ham for a last-eight spot.
      Anthony Martial inspired United to a 3-0 win against Palace in the third roundCredit: Getty
      Reiss Nelson’s strike saw the Gunners book their spot at the expense of BrentfordCredit: Getty
      Chelsea face Blackburn, while Liverpool have ended up in a Premier League affair with Bournemouth.
      But the tie of the fourth round involves reigning champions Manchester United.
      And should they progress, SunSport has all the details of when the quarter-final draw will be.
      When is the Carabao Cup quarter-final draw?

      The Carabao Cup quarter-final draw is expected to take place on Wednesday, November 1.
      It is expected to get underway after the final Carabao Cup fixture that day at approximately 10:15pm BST.
      The eight winners from the fourth round will all go straight into the hat.
      Ball numbers are set to be revealed during the draw.

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

      The Carabao Cup quarter-final draw will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football.
      Fans can also stream the action through NOW TV which is available for download on any mobile device or tablet.
      Alternatively, fans can find out the conclusion of the draw through SunSport’s live blog.

      Can I watch it for FREE?
      YES!
      The Carabao Cup quarter-final draw can be watched for FREE via the Sky Sports Football official YouTube channel.
      What are the fourth round fixtures?
      The tie of the fourth round sees Manchester United host Newcastle at Old Trafford.
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      Ballon d’Or 2023 results in FULL – where every player finished in top 30 shortlist

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      THE Ballon d’Or 2023 has concluded in a glittering ceremony in Paris.Lionel Messi was bidding to win for the eighth time after securing victory in the World Cup in Qatar.
      Lionel Messi was in line to win his eighth Ballon d’OrCredit: GETTY
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      Erling Haaland was also a contender after scoring 52 goals in 53 games in all competitions in the 2022/23 season and the forward won the Treble with Manchester City last campaign.
      The Norwegian joined fellow Cityzens Josko Gvardiol, Kevin De Bruyne, Bernardo Silva, Ruben Dias and Julian Alvarez on the 30-man shortlist.
      Other Premier League nominees included Liverpool star Mohamed Salah, Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana, Arsenal duo Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard and Aston Villa keeper Emiliano Martinez.
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      England skipper Harry Kane was also in contention as was Real Madrid star Jude Bellingham.
      Ballon d’Or 2023 full results
      30th – Ruben Dias
      28th – Randal Kolo Muani
      28th – Martin Odegaard
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      27th – Nicolo Barella
      26th – Jamal Musiala
      25th –  Josko Gvardiol
      24th – Bukayo Saka
      23rd – Andre Onana
      22nd – Kim Min-Jae
      21st – Antoine Griezmann
      20th – Lautaro Martinez
      19th – Harry Kane
      18th – Jude Bellingham
      17th – Khvicha Kvaratskhelia
      16th – Karim Benzema
      15th – Emi Martinez
      14th – Ilkay Gundogan
      13th – Yassine Bounou
      12th – Robert Lewandowski
      11th – Mo Salah
      10th – Luka Modric
      9th – Bernardo Silva
      8th – Victor Osimhen
      7th – Julian Alvarez
      6th – Vinicius Jr
      5th – Rodri
      4th – Kevin De Bruyne
      3rd – Kylian Mbappe
      2nd – Erling Haaland
      1st – Lionel Messi
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      Who has won the most Ballon d’Or awards?
      Here is a list of all the multiple-time Ballon d’Or winners:

      Lionel Messi – 8: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2019, 2021, 2023
      Cristiano Ronaldo – 5: 2008, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017
      Michel Platini – 3: 1983, 1984, 1985
      Johan Cruyff – 3: 1971, 1971, 1974
      Marco van Basten – 3: 1988, 1989, 1992
      Franz Beckenbauer – 2: 1972, 1976
      Ronaldo – 2: 1997, 2002
      Alfredo Di Stefano – 2: 1957, 1959
      Kevin Keegan – 2: 1978, 1979
      Karl-Heinz Rummenigge – 2: 1980, 1981 More

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      Is Didier Drogba married and does he have any children?

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      DIDIER Drogba is known for being a football ace, thanks to his impressive career at Chelsea.But his life away from the pitch is often a hot topic of conversation, especially when it comes to his love life.
      Didier Drogba with girlfriend Gabrielle LemaireCredit: Getty
      Who is Didier Drogba’s girlfriend Gabrielle Lemaire?
      Didier Drogba isn’t married anymore, but he does have a long term girlfriend.
      The Chelsea legend is in a relationship with Gabrielle Lemaire.
      According to her Instagram profile she is an entrepreneur, and CEO of Barons Agence Consil En Communication.
      Drogba and Gabrielle went public in early 2022, when they attended a Formula E race together in Saudi Arabia.
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      The former footballer also often posts pictures of them enjoying their time together.
      One Instagram post read: “A date with my Date @gabrielle__lemaire.”
      Who is Didier Drogba’s ex-wife Lalla Diakite?
      Drogba announced his split from his now ex-wife Lalla Diakite in January 2021 after ten years of marriage.
      Having met in the late 1990s, the pair wed in 2011.
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      Drogba took to Instagram at the time to explain their marriage had come to an end.
      Speaking to his followers wrote: “I’m not in the habit of discussing my private life.
      “But, because of speculation in the media today, I can confirm that sadly, after 20 years together, Lalla and I took the difficult decision to separate last year.
      “We remain very close, and our main priorities have been to protect our children and our family’s private life.
      “May God bless you.”
      Does Didier Drogba have any children?
      Along with his ex-wife, Drogba has three children.
      They have two sons – Issac and Kieran – and a daughter called Iman.
      Issac has followed his father into the world of sport, and is also a footballer.
      What is Didier Drogba’s net worth?
      Drogba has an reported net worth around £75million.
      He is thought to have earned round £150,000 a week during his first spell at Chelsea.
      His impressive wealth has been built up, thanks to his incredible career as a footballer.
      Drogba first came to prominence at Marseille, where he helped the French club to the 2004 UEFA Cup final.
      The next season, he was signed by Jose Mourinho to lead Chelsea’s attack, for £24million.
      Success came instantly, with Drogba winning the Premier League in his first season.
      He retired in 2015, but during his time at Chelsea, he scored 164 goals for the London club.
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      Drogba also had a successful career on the international stage as well, scoring 65 goals in 105 appearances for Ivory Coast, and appearing in the 2006, 2010 and 2014 editions of the FIFA World Cup.
      In 2022, he was inducted into the Premier League hall of fame. More

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      Who is Ballon D’Or host Sandy Heribert?

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      ONE famous face linked to the lavish Ballon D’Or awards is Sandy Heribert.But who is she and is she married? From her career to her family life – here’s everything you need to know about the Ballon D’Or host.
      Sandy Heribert pictured during Paris Fashion Week in 2023Credit: The Mega Agency
      Who is Sandy Heribert?
      Sandy Heribert, born November 25, 1983, is a French-British TV journalist, show host and presenter.
      According to her website, Heribert started out her career at Eurosport, before going on to work for a number of other media outlets.
      These included CNews, My Sports Channel, RTL-TVI, Voyage and France 4.
      Heribert was also part of the media team covering the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro and has provided commentary for sports entertainment reality show competition Ultimate Beastmaster on Netflix.
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      The TV journalist’s other career ventures have included covering the 2018 Dakar Rally, before working as a commentator for the Eurovision Song Contest 2019 semi-finals on France 4 in Tel Aviv.
      At the time of writing, Heribert currently works for French media channel France 2 and L’Équipe.
      Is Sandy Heribert married?
      Aside from finding sporting success, Heribert has also been lucky in love.
      According to her official Instagram account, which boasts an impressive 82k followers, she is married to her husband Charles Frebraud.
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      Taking to social media in September 2023, the presenter shared a sweet snap from the couple’s nuptials and wrote: ”The Febraud’s ~ 15/09/2023.
      ”One of the most beautiful days of my life celebrating love with most of our family and friends on this beach that we enjoy so much.#We are family.”
      How many children does Sandy Heribert have?
      Aside from sharing a glimpse of her married life with fans and followers, Heribert also occasionally shares a look inside her life as a mother.
      The show host’s social media is home to a number of sweet snaps alongside her daughter, who was born in May 2021.
      A post shared in July 2023, shown Sandy next to the smiling little girl, alongside a caption which read: ”You are the sunshine of my life. #motheranddaughter #Family #Love.”
      How many times has Sandy Heribert hosted the Ballon D’Or?
      The Ballon d’Or is the highest individual accolade in the game of football – and it’s back for 2023.
      The award ceremony has been previously been hosted by Heribert twice – once in 2019 and once in 2021.
      One both occasions, the presenter hosted the event, which see’s gongs for the best young player and best goalkeeper given out, alongside former footballer Didier Drogba.
      Heribert is now set to take on the role once more as the prestigious award ceremony returns on Monday, October 30, 2023 at The Theatre du Chatelet in Paris – in front of millions of viewers worldwide.
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      You can find out more about the night’s action and how to live stream the event for free right here.
      Similarly, we have a full shortlist of nominees ahead of the glitzy ceremony here. More

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      West Ham vs Arsenal: Declan Rice faces former club as Hammers host Gunners in huge Carabao Cup clash – stream, TV, teams

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      ARSENAL face West Ham in the Carabao Cup as Declan Rice returns to his old stomping groundThe midfielder will make his first appearance at the London Stadium since making his £105million switch to the Emirates in the summer.
      Declan Rice assisted Eddie Nketiah for the first of his hat-trickCredit: Getty
      West Ham have lost each of their last three gamesCredit: Rex
      Rice and the rest of the Arsenal team will be in a bouyant mood for the fourth-round cup fixture.
      The Gunners are coming off the back of the 5-0 mauling of Sheffield United on the weekend.
      Eddie Nketiah starred in the fixture as he smashed home the first Premier League hat-trick of his career.
      The result helped the North London side back to winning ways after their draw against Chelsea.
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      The Gunners managed to come back from two goals to earn a 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge.
      Rice himself will be keen to continue his own fine form, having picked up an assist and a goal in his last two games.
      He will likely get a mixed reception from the West Ham faithful at the London Stadium.
      It is thought that many will applaud the former captain, who helped the club win its first trophy in 43 years.
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      However, there are some sections of the home support that were unhappy to see him join a London rival in the summer.
      The West Ham fans could be in a less welcoming mood when Rice does appear after a frustrating week.
      The Hammers have lost three on the bounce in all competitions, with the most recent defeat coming to Everton on Sunday.
      The result against the Toffees came after the first European defeat in 17 matches at the hands of Olympiacos, which followed the 4-1 loss to Aston Villa.
      Manager David Moyes will be keen for a big win to lift the mood at the club before serious questions over him start to be asked.
      What is their form like?
      Arsenal come into the game having only lost one game in their last five outings.
      The defeat came in the Champions League to Ligue 1 side Lens in France.
      Since the loss, the Gunners have gone unbeaten and picked up impressive wins over Sevilla, the Blades and Manchester City.
      West Ham, however, have not won in four games, having only escaped defeat with a draw to Newcastle.
      The last time the Hammers finished a game ahead was in their 2-1 win over Freiburg in the Europa League.
      What is the team news?
      David Moyes is in need of a winCredit: Getty
      Mikel Arteta may rotate his teamCredit: Getty
      David Moyes will have a full-strength side ahead of the huge Carabao Cup clash as Emerson can return to the fold after his one-match suspension.
      But the Hammers manager is likely to rotate after witnessing his side lose to Everton at home.
      Moyes will have Lucas Paqueta and Edson Alvarez available as they are suspended from the next Premier League fixture after collecting their fifth yellow cards against Everton.
      Elsewhere, Mikel Arteta will continue without Gabriel Jesus (hamstring), Thomas Partey (muscle) and Jurrien Timber (knee).
      Who will be the star men?
      Declan Rice will have something to prove against West Ham
      Kudus will want to improve on his recent performance against Everton
      Arsenal’s star man and player to watch will undoubtedly be Declan Rice.
      It will be interesting to see how he reacts to playing against the club that helped forge him into the player he is today.
      Rice has shone so far this season, scoring two goals and picking up one assist.
      The midfielder has also helped improve the Gunners’ midfield with his driving dynamic runs.
      For West Ham, Moyes could use the cup game as another chance to hand Mohamed Kudus some minutes.
      The Ghanian made his first Premier League start against Everton, but failed to impact the game.
      The attacker has looked good for the most part since joining the Hammers, but a top outing against Arsenal could take him to a new level.
      What’s been said?
      West Ham star Aaron Cresswell is hopeful that a win against Arsenal can turn the club’s form around.
      He said: “We’ve been in spells like this in many seasons and we’ve just got to stick together and get through it.
      “One win changes everything again and we’ve got to stay positive, get back to the training ground, do what we do there and focus on the next game now.
      “We’ve had some tough games, Aston Villa away, Olympiacos away, they’re not easy games, and yes, we could have been better today.
      “We lacked that cutting edge in the final third, the goal we conceded was sloppy and like I said, we’ve got to get back to the training ground and put it right.”
      Bukayo Saka however is hoping the win over Sheffield United will give Arsenal something to build on.
      He said: “It’s looking good.
      “We need to continue to build on this.
      “Next week is going to be even harder, with two tough away games, but we’ll be ready and hopefully we can have a week like we just did.”
      Score prediction
      Arsenal win 3-1.
      When is West Ham vs Arsenal?

      Arsenal travel to West Ham for a huge Carabao Cup fourth-round clash on Wednesday, November 1.
      It is scheduled to get underway at 7:30pm GMT.
      London Stadium is the allocated arena for this thrilling tie.
      West Ham rescued themselves a point from two goals down when the clubs last met in April.

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

      West Ham vs Arsenal will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event.
      Coverage is expected to commence from 7pm GMT – 30 minutes before kick-off.
      Fans can stream the action on NOW TV which is available for download via any mobile device or tablet of your choice.
      Alternatively, SunSport will have minute-by-minute coverage of the match through our live blog.

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      What are the latest odds?

      West Ham to win 2/1
      Draw 23/10
      Arsenal to win 13/10

      *Odds from Ladbrokes are correct at time of publication More

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      Chelsea vs Blackburn: Mauricio Pochettino’s Blues look to reach Carabao Cup quarter-finals – stream, TV, team news

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      CHELSEA will host Championship side Blackburn Rovers in a Carabao Cup last-16 clash on Wednesday night.The Blues will be looking to get back to winning ways following their disappointing 2-0 defeat to Brentford on the weekend.
      Chelsea were beaten 2-0 at home to Brentford on SaturdayCredit: ALAMY
      Chelsea overcame high-flying Brighton in the Carabao Cup third round after Nicolas Jackson’s goal separated the two sides.
      Meanwhile, Blackburn sit 12th in the Championship after an indifferent start to the season for Jon Dahl Tomasson’s men.
      Rovers have been in superb form in the League Cup, scoring 13 goals over the course of the second and third rounds of the competition.
      Chelsea and Blackburn last met in May 2012, when the Lancashire outfit were in the Premier League.
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      The Blues won 2-1 at the Bridge with goals from John Terry and Raul Meireles.
      When is Chelsea vs Blackburn?

      Chelsea vs Blackburn will take place on Wednesday, November 1.
      Kick off will be at 7.45pm GMT.
      Stamford Bridge will host.

      What TV channel is Chelsea vs Blackburn on and can it be live streamed?

      Chelsea vs Blackburn will not be broadcast live on TV in the UK.
      However, SunSport’s live blog will have minute-by-minute coverage of the game.

      Team news
      Chelsea’s long list of injuries consists of Ben Chilwell, Christopher Nkunku, Wesley Fofana, Trevoh Chalobah, Carney Chukwuemeka, Romeo Lavia and Armando Broja.
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      Recce James will be hoping to make his return to the starting line-up after making his return to the squad in recent weeks.
      For Blackburn, Dom Hyam missed the 1-0 defeat to Swansea on the weekend with an ankle issue and may be forced to sit out for the trip to Stamford Bridge.
      Aynsley Pears, Sam Barnes, Ryan Hedges, Lewis Travis and Sam Gallagher are all set to be on the sidelines.
      What are the odds?

      Chelsea – 1/4
      Draw – 24/5
      Blackburn – 12/1

      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and are correct at the time of publication. More

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      Ballon d’Or 2023: Live stream FREE, UK start time and TV channel as Lionel Messi aims for No 8

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      THE Ballon d’Or is the highest individual accolade in the game of football.Last year saw Karim Benzema win the prestigious award after a spectacular 2021/22 campaign.
      Real Madrid forward Karim Benzema receives the 2022 Ballon d’Or awardCredit: GETTY
      The Frenchman won the award for the first time in his career after leading Real Madrid to the La Liga title and a 14th European Cup in 2022.
      That season Benzema also scored 27 goals in the Spanish top flight and was the top goalscorer in the Champions League with 15 goals.
      This year many are of the opinion that Lionel Messi will be victorious for an astounding eighth time.
      The football legend helped Argentina to victory at the Qatar World Cup in December 2022 and was also voted player of the tournament.

      Meanwhile, you can’t ignore Manchester City goal machine Erling Haaland, who scored 52 goals in all competitions last season and won a historic Treble with his side.
      When is the Ballon d’Or 2023?

      The Ballon d’Or 2023 will take place on Monday, October 30th.
      The ceremony is expected to begin at 8pm BST.
      The Theatre du Chatelet in Paris will play host.

      What TV channel is the Ballon d’Or 2023 and can it be live streamed FREE?

      Fans will be able to live stream the ceremony for FREE via the L’Equipe YouTube channel.
      UK viewers can also watch for FREE on TNTSports.co.uk.

      Who are the Ballon d’Or nominees?
      Andre Onana – Inter-Manchester United/CameroonJosko Gvardiol – RB Leipzig-Manchester City/CroatiaKarim Benzema – Real-Madrid-Al IttihadJamal Musiala – Bayern Munich/GermanyMohamed Salah – Liverpool/EgyptJude Bellingham – Borussia Dortmund-Real Madrid/EnglandBukayo Saka – Arsenal/EnglandRandal Kolo Muani – Eintracht Frankfurt-Paris Saint-Germain/FranceKevin de Bruyne – Manchester City/BelgiumBernardo Silva – Manchester City/PortugalEmiliano Martínez – Aston Villa/ArgentinaKhvicha Kvaratskhelia – Napoli/GeorgiaRuben Dias – Manchester City/PortugalNicolo Barella – Inter Milan/ItalyErling Haaland – Manchester City/NorwayYassine Bounou – Sevilla-Al Hilal/MoroccoMartin Odegaard – Arsenal/NorwayJulian Alvarez – Manchester City/ArgentinaIlkay Gundogan – Barcelona/GermanyVinicius Junior – Real Madrid/BrazilLionel Messi – Paris Saint-Germain-Inter Miami/ArgentinaRodri – Manchester City/SpainLautaro Martinez – Inter Milan/ArgentinaAntoine Griezmann – Atletico Madrid/FranceRobert Lewandowski – Barcelona/PolandKylian Mbappe – Paris Saint-Germain/FranceKim Min-jae – Napoli-Bayern Munich/South KoreaVictor Osimhen – Napoli/NigeriaLuka Modric – Real Madrid/CroatiaHarry Kane – Tottenham-Bayern Munich/England
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      Who has won the most Ballon d’Or awards?

      Lionel Messi – 7: 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2015, 2019, 2021
      Cristiano Ronaldo – 5: 2008, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017
      Michel Platini – 3: 1983, 1984, 1985
      Johan Cruyff – 3: 1971, 1971, 1974
      Marco van Basten – 3: 1988, 1989, 1992
      Franz Beckenbauer – 2: 1972, 1976
      Ronaldo – 2: 1997, 2002
      Alfredo Di Stefano – 2: 1957, 1959
      Kevin Keegan – 2: 1978, 1979
      Karl-Heinz Rummenigge – 2: 1980, 1981

      What are the odds?
      Here are the top listed favourites to win the award:

      Lionel Messi – 1/9
      Erling Haaland – 9/2
      Kevin De Bruyne – 80/1
      Kylian Mbappe – 100/1
      Karim Benzema – 100/1

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      Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou commentators: Who is calling the action on TNT Sports?

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      TYSON FURY and Francis Ngannou will finally settle their bitter feud TONIGHT – but fans have also been treated to an exciting commentary panel.The Gypsy King hasn’t competitively stepped foot in the four-sided-ring since his April 2022 KO against Dillian Whyte.
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      However, Fury, 34, is expected to put Ngannou to the sword as it will be the UFC legend’s official boxing debut.

      TYSON FURY VS FRANCIS NGANNOU: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE CROSSOVER CLASH
      SunSport understands Fury will make £65m for his first fight in the Middle East.
      It surpasses his highest career payday, believed to be around £26m for his knockout over Dillian Whyte, 35, in April 2022.
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      Meanwhile, Ngannou, 37, is set to take home £8m having walked out on the UFC to pursue the lucrative boxing switch.
      But commentary is what makes the fight even more exciting, and SunSport can reveal who will be on the panel tonight.
      Who is on commentary for Fury vs Ngannou?
      Popular figure Laura Woods was the host at the weigh-in and she is set to be TNT Sport’s main presenter for the Saudi showdown tonight too.
      Laura Woods often hosts events on TNT Sports such as Champions League matchesCredit: Getty
      Former two-weight champion and Northern Irish icon Carl Frampton will also be on the panel for Fury vs Ngannou.
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      And ex-MMA star Dan Hardy has been chosen to assist Woods and Frampton on commentary.
      What time is Fury vs Ngannou?
      Tyson Fury’s historic bout against Francis Ngannou will take place TONIGHT from approximately 10:45pm BST.
      However, this depends on the length of the undercard fights which gets underway from around 5:40pm BST.
      TNT Sports Box Office will be broadcasting the event in the UK while ESPN+ PPV have earned the right to stream the fight worldwide.
      Tyson Fury and Francis Ngannou will go to war tonightCredit: AFP
      Who is on the Tyson Fury vs Francis Ngannou undercard?
      Before the huge fight at the top of the bill, fans will get the chance to see Fabio Wardley put his title on the line against David Adeleye.
      New Zealand icon Joseph Parker is all set to finally settle his bitter feud with Simon Kean.
      And boxing veteran Carlos Takam will be in action against Ilunga Makubu’s younger brother, Martin Bakole.
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      Full card below (subject to change):

      Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou
      Fabio Wardley vs. David Adeleye
      Joseph Parker vs. Simon Kean
      Arslanbek Makhmudov vs. Junior Anthony Wright
      Moses Itauma vs. Istvan Bernath
      Carlos Takam vs. Martin Bakole
      Jack McGann vs. Alcibiade Duran Galvan More