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      Deontay Wilder vs Robert Helenius: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel, undercard – here’s what we know so far

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      DEONTAY WILDER is making his big boxing return against Robert Helenius.The Bronze Bomber was last in action back in October 2021, losing in the gripping third and final bout of his trilogy against Tyson Fury.
      Deontay Wilder has been out of the ring for 12 months
      Finn Robert Helenius is in Wilder’s way
      And Wilder says he is going for a FOURTH clash with the Gypsy King after he beats Helenius.
      Wilder told Sky Sports: “I think that there’s definitely a chance of a fourth fight again.
      “Boxing is a business. Many people call it a sport, but it’s not a sport.
      “The heavyweight division is very small. I’m still a big fish in the business, especially here in America. As long as we’re all in the same division and all still currently fighting, why not? It only can lead to that. With all that being said, it’s definitely a possibility.”
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      When is Deontay Wilder vs Robert Helenius?
      Deontay Wilder vs Robert Helenius will take place on Saturday, October 15.
      Expect the main event at around 4am UK time – this is 11pm ET.
      The Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York, plays host.
      What TV channel and live stream is Deontay Wilder vs Robert Helenius on?
      Deontay Wilder vs Robert Helenius has yet to have a UK broadcaster, though stick with us as we bring you the latest developments here.
      In the US, the event will be broadcast on FOX Sports PBC pay-per-view.
      Deontay Wilder is deep in his training camp
      What is the undercard?
      Caleb Plant takes on Anthony Dirrell in a huge co-main event.
      Plant is a former IBF super-middleweight champion, while Dirrell is a two-time WBC super-middleweight champ.
      Plant was last in the ring last November, in a losing effort to Canelo Alvarez.

      Deontay Wilder vs Robert Helenius (12 rounds, heavyweight)
      Caleb Plant vs Anthony Dirrell
      Frank Sanchez vs Carlos Negron
      Gary Antonio Russell vs Emmanuel Rodriguez

      Full undercard to follow…
      Robert Helenius has won 31 out of his 34 fights
      Who is Robert Helenius?
      Robert Helenius is a gigantic 6ft 7in Finnish boxer.
      The 38-year-old’s pro record stands at 31 wins from his 34 fights, with three defeats.
      Helenius heads into this fight on the back of successive wins over Adam Kownacki – the second of which was on the undercard of Fury vs Wilder 3.
      He is known over on these shores for a 2017 loss to Dillian Whyte, and a controversial 2011 win over Derek Chisora.
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      Will Mo Farah be at the 2022 London Marathon?

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      LEGENDARY Olympian Sir Mo Farah might have called it quits on his athletics track career – but will he be at the 2022 London Marathon?The four-time gold medallist brought sadness to the athletics world when he announced his retirement from the grand stage.
      Mo Farah is one of the most decorated long distance runners in Team GB historyCredit: AP
      Which means that Team GB will have to rely on someone else to take the long distance reigns at the Paris 2024 Olympic games.
      But will fans get to see Sir Mo Farah run at the London Marathon event later on this year?
      Will Mo Farah be at the 2022 London Marathon event?
      Mo Farah revealed on the week of the London Marathon that he will not be running this year because of a hip injury,
      Though it is expected he will run at the 2023 race next April to fulfil a contractual agreement even though he will be 40 by then.
      Farah said: “I’ve been training really hard over the past few months.
      “I’d got myself back into good shape and was feeling pretty optimistic about being able to put in a good performance at the London Marathon.
      “However, over the past 10 days I’ve been feeling pain and tightness in my right hip.
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      “I’ve had extensive physio and treatment and done everything I can to be on the start line but it hasn’t improved enough to compete on Sunday.
      “It’s really disappointing to have to withdraw after a good last few months.
      “I have always loved racing in front of my home crowd in London, who always give all of us athletes such amazing support.
      “I wish everyone taking part on Sunday a good run and I hope to be back out there with you in April 2023.”
      Sunday’s race was supposed to have been Farah’s first marathon since Chicago in 2019 as he has struggled with injuries.
      Farah revealed in a BBC documentary in July that he was illegally smuggled to the UK from Somalia as a child.
      He also said he had hidden the truth about his background and even his name is not real.
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      When is the 2022 London Marathon and can I watch it for FREE on TV?
      This year’s London Marathon is scheduled to take place on Sunday, October 2.
      The 26.2 mile course will begin from around 9:30am UK time – but coverage will start from 8:30am on BBC.
      And the route includes runners to pass by London landmarks such as the Shard, across Tower Bridge and the London eye but it will start from Blackheath in Greenwich.
      UK citizens with a valid TV license can watch all the action for FREE on the BBC iPlayer app or the BBC Sport website. More

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      Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn undercard: Who is fighting on HUGE London bill?

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      CHRIS EUBANK JR and Conor Benn face off in an intriguing catchweight boxing clash in London.But before the main event grudge match, there’s a full undercard at the O2 Arena in London, including Chris’s cousin Harlem in action.
      Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn clash in London
      Shannon Courtenay returns on the bill
      The sons of legends Chris and Nigel do battle 30 years after their fathers fought for the second and final time.
      Eubank Jr will have to get down in weight while Benn will have to add the pounds with the bout being fought at a catchweight of 157lbs.
      Benn will be putting on 10lbs from welterweight (147lbs), while Eubank Jr will have to drop a 3lbs from middleweight (160lbs).
      It was in 1990 and again in 1993 that Eubank Sr and Nigel Benn fought two brutal world title fights.
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      When is Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn?
      Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn will take place on Saturday, October 8.
      The main event is set to start at 10pm UK time.
      London’s SOLD-OUT O2 Arena plays host.

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      What TV channel and live stream is Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn on?
      Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn will be broadcast LIVE on DAZN PPV.
      The fight will cost £19.99 to purchase on top of a £7.99 DAZN subscription.
      DAZN’s coverage starts at 7pm.
      Who is fighting on the Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn undercard?
      Olympic gold medallist Galal Yafai continues his rise up the pro ranks against Mexican Gohan Rodriguez (12-1-1).
      While Eubank Jr’s cousin Harlem is also in action as is light-heavyweight star Lyndon Arthur.
      And former world champ Shannon Courtenay makes her boxing comeback.

      Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn (Catchweight)
      Mary Romero vs Ellie Scotney (Women’s Junior Featherweight)
      Galal Yafai vs Gohan Rodriguez (Flyweight)
      Harlem Eubank vs David Martin (Junior Welterweight)
      Lyndon Arthur vs TBA (Light Heavyweight)
      Felix Cash vs Connor Coyle (Middleweight)
      Matty Harris vs Chris Healey (Heavyweight)
      Shannon Courtenay vs Gemma Ruegg (Women’s Bantamweight)
      Chloe Watson vs Nancy Franco (Women’s Flyweight)

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      Leicester vs Nottingham Forest: Live stream, TV channel, team news and kick-off time for Premier League Midlands derby

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      ROCK bottom Leicester City are desperately in need of three points when they welcome East Midlands rivals Nottingham Forest to the King Power on Monday.The Foxes are the only team in English top-flight football to have not recorded a single win this season.
      Leicester were humiliated by Tottenham before the international breakCredit: Getty
      Nottingham Forest sit in 19th after losing three consecutive Premier League fixutresCredit: Getty
      And pressure is seriously mounting on Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers after witnessing his side get embarrassed 6-2 by Tottenham Hotspur before the international break.
      However, Forest find themselves on quite the torrid run themselves having lost their last three consecutive Premier League fixtures which includes a 6-0 thrashing by champions Manchester City.
      But they say form goes out the window when it comes to a derby – especially one which hasn’t happened as a league fixture since 2014.
      When is Leicester vs Nottingham Forest?

      Leicester City roll out the red carpet for Nottingham Forest on Monday, October 2.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 8pm UK time.
      The King Power Stadium in Leicester is the allocated arena for this match and it can host approximately 32,312 supporters.
      Nottingham Forest ran riot when the sides last met in an FA Cup fixture, winning 4-1 at the City Ground.

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      What TV channel is Leicester vs Nottingham Forest on and can I live stream it?

      Leicester City’s mouth-watering fixture against Nottingham Forest will be broadcasted LIVE on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League in the UK.
      Coverage is expected to commence at 7pm – a full hour before kick-off.
      Subscription members of Sky Sports also have the option to stream the entire action live via the Sky Sports website or Sky Go app.

      Premier League 2022/23Everything you need to know about the Premier League

      What is the team news?
      Brendan Rodgers is expected to continue without long-term absentees Ricardo Pereira and Ryan Bertrand.
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      But the Foxes gaffer could welcome Patson Daka and Wilfried Ndidi back to the fold depending on assessment results.
      Meanwhile, Nottingham Forest boss Steve Cooper will be tempted to throw some of his key members straight back into the starting eleven.
      Both Moussa Niakhate and Emmanuel Dennis returned from international duty early for recovery reasons and are now in contention to feature again.
      However it is unclear whether Scott McKenna and Morgan Gibbs-White will be able to participate after withdrawing from the Scotland and England Under-21’s team’s respectively.
      Latest odds

      Leicester to win 8/11
      Draw 29/10
      Nottingham Forest to win 10/3

      *Odds courtesy of Betfair are correct as of Wednesday, September 28 More

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      F1 Singapore Grand Prix: Date, UK start time, TV channel, live stream for HUGE Marina Bay Street Circuit race

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      BRACE yourselves Formula One fans as the Singapore Grand Prix is making its long-awaited return – and the title race could be all but over.Covid restrictions forced F1 chiefs to make a logistical decision in cancelling both the 2020 and 2021 races at the Marina Bay Street Circuit.
      Max Verstappen clinched victory at the Italian GPCredit: Reuters
      Lewis Hamilton has struggled all season and is yet to win a race in 2022Credit: Alamy
      But there’s no stopping the racers this time, especially Max Verstappen who is closing in on a second consecutive championship triumph.
      Charles Leclerc still has an outside chance of snatching the title despite trailing Verstappen by 116 points.
      However, Mercedes are having a nightmare of a season as Lewis Hamilton and George Russell are still chasing their first win of 2022.
      When is the Singapore Grand Prix?

      The Singapore Grand Prix is scheduled to take place on Sunday, October 2.
      It is expected to get underway from 1pm UK time – 8pm local time.
      Marina Bay Street Circuit in Marina Bay, Singapore will be the allocated track for this race and it can host a whopping 90,000 supporters.
      Sebastian Vettel clinched first place on the podium when this race last happened in 2019.

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      Is the Singapore Grand Prix on TV and can I live stream it?

      The Singapore Grand Prix will be broadcasted LIVE on Sky Sports F1.
      Subscription members of Sky Sports can stream the entire action on the Sky Go app or Sky Sports website.
      Or the race will be available to NOW TV users via all mobile devices and tablets.

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      What is the Singapore Grand Prix FULL schedule?
      Friday September 30

      Practice One – 11am BST
      Practice Two – 2pm BST

      Saturday October 1

      Practice Three – 11am BST
      Qualifying – 2pm BST

      Sunday October 2

      Race – 1pm BST More

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      Is Crystal Palace vs Chelsea on TV? Live stream, team news and kick-off time for London derby in Premier League

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      GRAHAM POTTER will be determined to secure his first win as Chelsea boss when the Blues take a trip across London to face Crystal Palace.Postponements followed by an international break have given the Potter a lot of time to implement his style on the team.
      Graham Potter’s first game in charge of Chelsea ended in a 1-1 draw with RB SalzburgCredit: PA
      And the new Blues boss will be hopeful his side can rectify their defensive frailties which saw them surrender their lead against RB Salzburg in the Champions League.
      However, Palace are quite often a handful at home – something which Liverpool found out earlier on this season.
      But the Eagles’ recent record against Chelsea has been abysmal having not beaten their London rivals since a 2-1 win in October 2017.
      When is Crystal Palace vs Chelsea?

      Crystal Palace are set to entertain their London rivals Chelsea on Saturday, October 1.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 3pm UK time.
      Selhurst Park in Croydon, South London is the allocated arena for this fixture and it can host approximately 25,486 spectators.
      Chelsea secured a 2-0 FA Cup win when the sides last squared up.

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      Is Crystal Palace vs Chelsea on TV?

      Sadly, Crystal Palace vs Chelsea will NOT be broadcasted live on TV in the UK.
      This is due to the TV football blackout law which prohibits matches from being aired live on Saturday’s between 2:45pm and 5:15pm.
      However, fans in the US can stream the entire action live via UNIVERSO.

      Premier League 2022/23Everything you need to know about the Premier League

      What is the team news?
      The postponements and international break may have done Patrick Vieira some favours as the Eagles boss Could see long-term absentees Jack Butland and James McArthur return to action.
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      However, Nathan Ferguson’s ankle injury is set to keep him out for a little while longer.
      There has been no clear return date for James Tomkins, and youngster Chris Richards suffered a minor knock on international duty with USA.
      Elsewhere, Graham Potter will be hopeful that he can reintroduce N’Golo Kante and Edouard Mendy to the starting line-ups having both returned to the training pitch this week.
      N’Golo Kante has only made two appearances this season for ChelseaCredit: Getty
      Latest odds

      Crystal Palace to win 17/5
      Draw 5/2
      Chelsea to win 4/5

      *Odds courtesy of Betfair are correct as of Wednesday, September 28. More

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      Man City vs Man Utd: Date, live stream, TV channel, kick-off time, team news for HUGE Premier League derby

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      MANCHESTER UNITED return for their first Premier League game in a MONTH when they face rivals Man CIty in a huge derby.The Red Devils had matches postponed due to the passing of The Queen.
      Injured Harry Maguire misses out for United
      United have played twice in the Europa League since – losing to Real Sociedad and beating Sheriff Tiraspol.
      But Erik ten Hag’s rejuvenated side head into this Manchester derby high in confidence in the league.
      United have won their last four Premier League games in a row.
      Though champions City have carried on their form from last season, and are yet to taste defeat in the league this term.
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      When is Man City vs Man Utd?
      Man City vs Man Utd takes place on Sunday, October 2.
      The Premier League match kicks off at 2pm UK time.
      City’s Etihad Stadium plays host to the big derby.
      John Stones suffered a hamstring injury on England duty
      What live stream and TV channel is Man City vs Man Utd on?
      Man City vs Man Utd will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Premier League.
      Sky begin their coverage at 1pm, with a full hour of build-up.
      Premier League 2022/23Everything you need to know about the Premier League

      What is the team news?
      Marcus Rashford is set to hand United a huge boost with the in-form forward back in training.
      However, Ten Hag and City counterpart Pep Guardiola suffered injury blows in England’s 3-3 draw with Germany in the Nations League.
      United captain Harry Maguire is set to be sidelined for around two weeks with a thigh injury.
      He played on despite the issue to see out the full 90 minutes at Wembley on Monday but was later spotted limping away from the stadium.
      While City centre-back John Stones was forced off in the 37th minute with a hamstring injury in the Wembley draw, and is a huge doubt for the weekend.
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      Why does Cristiano Ronaldo have a black eye?

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO is featuring for Portugal against Spain tonight in a crunch Nations League tie.But you may be wondering why CR7 is sporting a rather nasty looking black eye…
      Ronaldo suffered a horror collision with goalkeeper Tomas Vaclik to leave him a bloody mess
      Ronaldo played on with a bloody cut on his noseCredit: Getty
      Why does Cristiano Ronaldo have a black eye?
      Cristiano Ronaldo was involved in a sickening collision during Portugal’s 4-0 win over Czech Republic at the weekend.
      The 37-year-old was left a bloody mess after being clattered by goalkeeper Tomas Vaclik during their Nations League fixture on Saturday.
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      Ronaldo jumped up to challenge for the ball in the 12th minute at the Sinobo Stadium in Prague as keeper Vaclik went to claim it.
      It resulted in Vaclik’s arms smashing into the Manchester United star’s face, which left him sprawled across the floor as medics rushed to his aid.
      He was eventually able to return to the pitch after Portugal’s physios managed to stem the flow of blood.
      Which has now turned into a nasty black eye
      What time does Portugal vs Spain kick off?

      Portugal vs Spain is on Tuesday, September 27.
      It is scheduled to kick off at 7:45pm UK time – same time locally.
      Estadio Municipal de Braga in Braga, Portugal is the allocated arena for this huge match and it can host around 30,286 fans.
      Ricardo Horta’s 82nd minute strike ensured Portugal held Spain to a 1-1 draw in June this year.

      What live stream and TV channel is Portugal vs Spain on?

      Portugal vs Spain will be broadcasted LIVE on Box Nation in the UK which is part of the Premier Sports pack.
      Build up is scheduled to commence from 7:35pm UK time – 10 minutes before kick-off.
      Subscription holders of Premier Sports can also stream entire action live through the Premier Sports website or Premier Sports Player app.

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