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      Joshua Buatsi vs Willy Hutchinson: UK start time, live stream, TV channel, full card for big domestic dust-up

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      IT’S time for another big AJ night at Wembley, but on the undercard Joshua Buatsi will be looking to make headlines of his own. The Rio 2016 Olympic bronze medallist takes on Willy Hutchinson in an all-British light-heavyweight clash in front of 96,000 people. Joshua Buatsi is looking to remain undefeated against Willy HutchinsonCredit: PAScot Hutchinson is coming off a big win over Craig Richards while Buatsi has beaten the likes of Dan Azeez, Ricards Bolotniks and Richards too in recent years. Hutchinson has suffered one defeat in his career, a damaging knockout loss to Lennox Clarke several years ago. Buatsi, 31, is still looking for a big breakout win and has yet to fight for a world title himself. And a win for 26-year-old Hutchinson over Buatsi would be a seismic one for his career, and could see him thrust into a world title bout first. When is Buatsi vs Hutchinson?Buatsi vs Hutchinson will take place on Saturday, September 21.The fight will likely begin at approximately 9pm BST.Wembley Stadium will play host and there’s set to be a record 96,000 fans in attendance after an application to have the capacity extended was granted.What channel is it and can it be live streamed?The full card will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Box Office, DAZN and TNT Sports Box Office.Sky customers in the UK will have to pay £19.95 for the huge event.While TNT Sports and DAZN subscription members will need to cough up £19.99 to watch Anthony Joshua in action against Daniel Dubois.Joshua vs Dubois full cardDaniel Dubois (C) vs Anthony Joshua (IBF heavyweight title)Josh Kelly vs Ishmael Davis (middleweight)Tyler Denny (C) vs Hamzah Sheeraz (European middleweight title)Anthony Cacace (C) vs Josh Warrington (IBO super-featherweight titles)Joshua Buatsi vs Willy Hutchinson (WBO interim light-heavyweight title)Mark Chamberlain vs Josh Padley (lightweight) More

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      Who are the Amazon Prime Champions League 2024/25 commentators and pundits?

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      NOT many things in life can top an action-packed Champions League night – which is why Amazon Prime have prepped a star-studded lineup of commentators and pundits for the 2024/25 campaign.In August, Prime Video revealed they have secured the rights to broadcast one Champions League Tuesday night match per week up to the semi-finals.Alan Shearer is on the panel for Prime Video’s Champions League coverageCredit: GettyThe huge broadcasting channel will also have priority to show English sides, Manchester City, Arsenal, Liverpool and Aston Villa as they have earned the top pick rights too.If that wasn’t enough for Prime Video subscription holders, there is set to be a whole host of popular sporting stars on the panel to talk fans through the action.And SunSport can reveal exactly who has made this highly talented panel.Who are the Amazon Prime Champions League 2024/25 commentators and pundits?The ever-present Gabby Logan will be the face of Prime Video’s coverage.Read more on Champions LeagueHighly-experienced head Jon Champion has been put on commentary duties.And he’ll be joined by England legend Alan Shearer who made 16 Champions League appearances for Newcastle and Blackburn.However, the fun doesn’t stop there as the punditry team is FULL of former winners.Presenter: Most read in Champions LeagueGabby LoganCommentators:Jon ChampionAlan ShearerPundits:Clarence SeedorfDaniel SturridgeFrank LampardJosephine HenningLaura GorgesGael ClichyGabriel Clarke and Alex Aljoe will be Prime Video’s reporters for the 2024/2025 editionAmazon Prime’s star-studded line-up for the 2024/25 Champions LeagueCredit: Andrew TimmsHow can I watch the Champions League on Amazon Prime?The Champions League 2024/25 is included with Prime Membership which costs £8.99 per month or £95 annually.However, for fans that are only interested in Prime Video on its own, they’ll need to pay just £5.99 per month.Prime Video is available on most smart TV platforms or if you’re on a mobile device, you can get the Prime Video app for IOS or Android.In addition to the Tuesday top picks, fans can watch all the other matches through access to TNT Sports fixtures via the Discovery+ Premium add-on subscription.Can I watch the Champions League on Amazon Prime for free?Non-Prime members can sign up for a free trial which lasts for 30 days!What has been said?Prime Video sport Managing Director Alex Green has revealed that they are adding exciting new features for fans to enjoyREAD MORE SUN STORIESAlex Green said: “Our UEFA Champions League coverage in the UK will build on the features and on-air team that football fans have enjoyed across our football coverage on Prime since 2019.“We are adding exciting new faces and innovations that will join our best-in-class streaming technology to deliver an all-round great experience for football fans, befitting this prestigious competition.” More

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      Who is Scott Sinclair’s new girlfriend Lauren Davies?

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      SCOTT Sinclair has found love again, after his high profile split from Helen Flanagan.The footie ace is now in a new relationship with Lauren Davies.Lauren Davies is dating footballer Scott Sinclair, two years after his split from Helen FlanaganCredit: SuppliedScott and Helen were spotted on a date at HarrodsCredit: Peter JordanThe Sun exclusively revealed how the new couple already know each other, as Lauren is a family friend.According to sources, they have been dating for several months, as of September 2024, although an exact date isn’t known.The news of their new romance came after the couple were spotted holding hands on a date at the Prada Caffé at Harrods on September 11, 2024.Scott first met Lauren, who supports children with ADHD, six years ago through family.READ MORE ON SCOTT SINCLAIRShe hails from his home city of Bath, close to where he plays for League One side Bristol Rovers.A source told The Sun: “They’re getting on well and really enjoy each other’s company.“They met through family years back. Scott and Lauren just hit it off a few months ago and started dating.“At the moment, they just want to see where things go.”Most read in FootballMoving on from past loveBefore dating Lauren, Scott was in a 13 year relationship with soap star Helen Flanagan.The pair – who share three children together – shocked fans when they broke up in 2022.‘I care for him but we don’t like each other’ says Helen Flanagan as she reveals heartbreaking real reason behind Scott Sinclair split Helen previously opened up about the relationship to Fabulous magazine.She told us: “I love Scott and I know that he loves me, but I ­suppose we just don’t like each other very much at the moment.”Helen moves on tooHowever, like Scott, Helen has now gone public with her new boyfriend.Introducing him on Celebs Go Dating, the former Corrie star is in a relationship with former footballer Robbie Talbot.Helen revealed the secret relationship on the series where she said she had developed feelings for him.Helen and Scott have three children together – they split in 2022Credit: InstagramA source said: “Helen tried to keep the relationship under wraps because of Celebs Go Dating.”But that’s become difficult as their feelings have grown for each other. “It came to a head when she was quizzed by the dating agents about why she was failing to pursue connections on the show.”The one rule of CGD is stars must be single.Helen introduced her new boyfriend Robbie on Celebs Go DatingCredit: Channel 4″But E4 bosses were desperate to keep her, so found a way to write Robbie into the show.”Also on Celebs Go Dating, Helen dismissed rumours of a “throuple” with David Haye and his girlfriend Sian Osborne but admitted having a relationship with the ex-boxing champ.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe said: “It was quite something. It’s really hard for me to talk about it.“He had a girlfriend and an open relationship. I didn’t mean to fall in love with him but I did.” More

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      Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois TV guide: How to watch huge Wembley Stadium fight

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA returns to the ring on Saturday night as takes on Daniel Dubois in an all-British world title fight at Wembley.AJ has been in fine form of late, winning his last four fights since suffering back-to-back defeats to Oleksandr Usyk.Anthony Joshua takes on Daniel Dubois in a huge world title fight at WembleyCredit: PAMost recently, Joshua brutally knocked out former UFC champion Francis Ngannou in the second round of their crossover bout in Saudi Arabia.But on Saturday night, AJ will face his biggest test in recent years as he takes on Dubois, who goes into the fight on the back of an impressive win over Filip Hrgovic, which saw the 27-year-old become IBF heavyweight world champion.DDD will put his strap on the line against Joshua, with the winner of the all-Brit clash likely to be in line to face the winner of Usyk’s rematch with Tyson Fury.When is Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois?Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois will take place on Saturday, September 21.The event will start at 4pm BST.Wembley Stadium will host.READ MORE IN BOXINGHow to watch Anthony Joshua vs Daniel DuboisAnthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois will be aired by THREE different broadcasters.The all-British fight will be available to buy on TNT Sports Box Office for £19.99, while DAZN subscribers can purchase the bout for £19.99.Sky Sports Box Office will also broadcast the event with it priced at the slightly cheaper £19.95.Alternatively, you can keep up to date with the huge bout from Wembley by following SunSport’s live blog.Most read in BoxingAnthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois full cardHere is the full card for Saturday night’s huge event at Wembley:Daniel Dubois (C) vs Anthony Joshua (IBF heavyweight title)Liam Smith vs Josh Kelly (middleweight)Tyler Denny (C) vs Hamzah Sheeraz (European middleweight title)Anthony Cacace (C) vs Josh Warrington (IBF and IBO super-featherweight titles)Joshua Buatsi vs Willy Hutchinson (WBO interim light-heavyweight title)Mark Chamberlain vs Josh Padley (lightweight) More

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      Who is Frankie Carmichael? Call centre worker rumoured to be caught up in Kieran Trippier’s marriage riddle

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      KIERAN Trippier caused a stir after being filmed wrapping his arms around a blonde woman during a night out.Someone who has found themselves caught up in the drama is Newcastle woman, Frankie Carmichael.Party girl and call centre worker Frankie Carmichael is a regular at Newcastle’s hotspotsFrankie has found herself caught up in Kieran Trippier’s marriage riddleCredit: RexTrippier was filmed hoisting a blonde woman onto his back in the clubFrankie is a 27-year-old call centre worker and is a regular at the hotspots in Newcastle.The Geordie lass, who lives in the city, is known for having a large tattoo on her left arm.In September 2024, Frankie found herself caught up in Premier League ace Kieran Trippier’s marriage riddle.Mystery blondeA video emerged of the Newcastle defender lifting up a blonde girl around the waist in a packed city karaoke bar in May 2023.Read More on Kieran TrippierThe girl in the video also had a large inking on her left arm.In the clip, Trippier is seen wrapping his arms around the woman and holding her bottom.The video was recorded during a night out with his Newcastle team-mates in Cosy Joes.Trippier’s wife Charlotte, who he has three children with, was in Madrid at the time the video was recorded.Most read in FootballAfter speculation about who the blonde in the video could be, Frankie was named on X/Twitter.Kieran Trippier’s Shocking Marital StrugglesA source said: “Frankie is friends with a pal of Kieran’s. “She’s well known on the Toon and loves a night out in the city.”Trippier’s marriage on the rocksTrippier has had a turbulent time on and off the pitch, with speculation his marriage is on the rocks.In September 2023, he delayed training with the England squad due to a “personal commitment”.There is speculation Trippier’s marriage to wife Charlotte is on the rocksCredit: GettyThis was followed in November 2023, by him pulling out of the Euro qualifier against North Macedonia, again citing a “personal matter”.Further speculation his marriage to Charlotte – who he wed in 2016 – could be on the rocks ramped up when she failed to attend the 2024 Euros.The Sun on Sunday later exclusively revealed that the couple also went on separate holidays.Trippier stayed at the same Turkish resort as England team-mate Kyle Walker.While he was in Turkey, Charlotte went to Santorini, Greece, with her sister.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe family’s £3.8million six-bed mansion in Morpeth, Northumberland, has also been put up for sale.In August 2024, Trippier put in a transfer request from Newcastle and announced his retirement from international football. More

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      Meet model and ring girl turned boxing lightweight Carla Jade

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      CARLA Jade’s rise from ring girl to boxing champion is nothing short of remarkable.The former model, who once doubted her abilities, faced her fears head-on and shut down her critics with an impressive victory.Carla Jade started as a ring girl before transitioning into boxingCredit: Instagram @carla_jjadeFirst she was scared of stepping into the ring to box but she got over her fearCredit: Instagram @misfitsboxingCarla Jade is a former model and ring girl who transitioned into a career in boxing.She is known for her work as a ring girl, which helped her gain visibility in the world of boxing.As she shifted focus to her boxing career, she took on the lightweight division and has made a name for herself in the sport.Her background in modelling and as a ring girl contributed to her popularity and recognition in the boxing community.read more on Misfit boxingBoxing DebutShe made her boxing debut on September 23, 2023, against Tasha Weekender in Newcastle.Speaking about her transition from being a ring girl to a boxer, she noted that while she was initially unfamiliar with the rigours of boxing.She said: “The first time I ever had any fear for what I was about to do was when I drove to my first sparring session.”Despite her initial apprehension about getting punched in the face, Carla found that the experience of being hit only fueled her determination and drive.Most read in BoxingAfter her win against Tasha she said she was offered more fights.Carla told SunSport: “I’m putting in the work like everyone else to get into that position. It’s really hard.”It’s funny because I know I am not that well known. “But as soon as I won my last fight all these random girls started offering me out.”The best one was I had one girl wait outside my hotel room, screaming she wanted to fight me.”I didn’t think it would be that easy to get another opponent or this fun!”Fighting Nikki HruIn the lead-up to her Misfits Boxing lightweight title fight against Nikki Hru, Carla was vocal about her confidence and disrespect for her opponent.Carla made it clear that she did not rate her boxing skills, referring to her as an “annoying actress” and expressing that she felt Nikki was overhyped. She believed that Nikki’s background in acting did not translate into effective boxing abilities and predicted a decisive victory for herself.Carla told the SunSport: “I just don’t see that she’s a good fighter.”I’m from real boxing, I’ve seen real boxers, and I just… she’s an actress, and she looks angry and plays the part but I think people are buying into her hype.”In terms of her actual boxing skills and even the cardio, I mean… there are so many things that are not there for her.”No disrespect, but she is not going to known what has hit her.”When the fight took place at the MF & DAZN X Series 18 event on Saturday, September 14, 2024, her pre-fight predictions were held.She decisively won the lightweight title with the judges scored the bout 49-46, 49-46 and 48-47.READ MORE SUN STORIESOn Instagram, Carla excitedly shared the news of her victory with her fans, writing: “I really did it!”Thank you to everyone who believed in me, there wasn’t many but the real ones knew and I hope I made you proud” More

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      Who is on the Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois undercard? All the bouts on huge bill at Wembley Stadium

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA main events another huge night at Wembley Stadium – and there are some brilliant fights on the undercard too.Joshua is hoping to become a three-time world champion when he takes on Daniel Dubois for the IBF world heavyweight title. Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois are headlining at Wembley StadiumCredit: GettyAJ is headlining at Wembley for the third time, having also fought there on the Carl Froch vs George Groves 2 undercard as a young pro.The current card includes five fights altogether, after Liam Smith’s clash with Josh Kelly was postponed due to the former falling ill. Replacement opponents for Kelly are being sought after, but there has yet to be any confirmation on his fight night participation. But there’s still some great world title action on the undercard, and a special musical performance from Oasis star Liam Gallagher. Who is on the Joshua vs Dubois card?Hamzah Sheeraz takes on Tyler Denny in an exciting middleweight clash, with the latter’s European title on the line. Elsewhere, Josh Warrington is trying to become world champion again as he faces Anthony Cacace for his IBF super-featherweight belt. Joshua Buatsi takes on Willy Hutchinson in a thrilling domestic match-up. And to kick the night off, Mark Chamberlain comes up against Josh Padely. Most read in BoxingAnthony Joshua vs. Daniel Dubois; For Dubois’ IBF heavyweight titleTyler Denny vs. Hamzah Sheeraz; For Denny’s European middleweight titleAnthony Cacace vs. Josh Warrington; For Cacace’s IBF super featherweight titleJoshua Buatsi vs. Willy Hutchinson; Light heavyweightMark Chamberlain vs. Josh Padely; LightweightHow to watch Joshua vs DuboisJoshua vs Dubois will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Box Office, DAZN PPV and TNT Sports Box Office.Sky customers in the UK will have to pay £19.95 for the huge event.While TNT Sports and DAZN subscription members will need to cough up £19.99 to watch Anthony Joshua in action against Daniel Dubois.You can live stream all of the action from the Sky Sports Box Office app, DAZN app and Discovery+ app. More

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      Why are Arsenal not wearing their red kit against Tottenham?

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      ARSENAL are all set to face bitter North London rivals Tottenham in another thrilling Premier League encounter – but they will NOT be wearing red.The Gunners did the double over Spurs last season, most recently beating them in a five-goal thriller after leading 3-0 at half-time.Arsenal beat Tottenham 3-2 in this same fixture last seasonCredit: The TimesAnd other than the result, another thing both games had in common was that Arsenal wore their traditional red kit for each win.But for the first time in recent North London Derby history, this will not be the case.Why are Arsenal not wearing their red kit?The PGMOL and Premier League ruled that Arsenal’s 2024/25 home kit features too much white which clashes with Tottenham’s traditional colours.Arsenal also discussed the option of wearing red shorts and red socks but it was rejected.Read more on ArsenalAs a result, for the first time in recent ‘NLD’ history, the Gunners will be wearing their changed colours – a black Adidas away kit.The Gunners will be wearing their changed kit for the NLDCredit: GettyThey’ll be aiming to clinch a third-straight victory at the Tottenham Hotspur venue.The decision by the PGMOL and Premier League will also mean Tottenham will wear different colours when they visit Emirates Stadium in January.Arsenal have a tricky start to the seasonWhat happened in the last North London derby?Arsenal picked up a huge win over Tottenham in the last North London Derby which at the time, helped them move four points clear at the top of the Premier League table.Most read in FootballThe Gunners dominated a controversial first half that saw Spurs being denied Micky van de Ven’s equaliser as well as two penalty appeals by James Maddison and Timo Werner.However, Mikel Arteta’s men still managed to lead 3-0 by half-time thanks to an own goal by Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg and goals by Bukayo Saka as well as Kai Havertz.Spurs tied to stage a dramatic comeback with Cristian Romero’s strike and Son Heung-min’s penalty kick but Arteta’s men held firm. More