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      Joe Joyce vs Kash Ali: UK Fight time, TV channel, live stream, undercard as Joyce returns following two straight defeats

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      JOE JOYCE returns to the ring as he tries to piece together a career that was shattered by consecutive defeats to Zhilei Zhang.After rising to be on the brink of world title contention, back-to-back defeats to Big Bang Zhang has left Joyce in no man’s land.Joe Joyce is looking to resurrect his career against Kash AliCredit: Richard Pelham / The SunThe Londoner, 38, next faces Kash Ali in Birmingham hoping to resurrect his career, especially considering the manner of Zhang’s defeat to Joseph Parker on the undercard of Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou.Ali is also coming off of a loss, having been beaten on points by Bohdan Myronet – he had been on a six-fight winning streak before that stretching back to his controversial disqualification against David Price in March 2019.Ali lost his boxing licence for six months after biting the midriff of his opponent.When is Joe Joyce vs Kash Ali?Joe Joyce vs Kash Ali takes place at the Resorts World Arena in Birmingham this weekend.READ MORE ON JOE JOYCEIt is on the undercard of Liam Davies’ clash with Erik Robles Ayala for the vacant world super-bantamweight title.
      The fight takes place on Saturday, March 16.
      The event starts at 7pm with Joyce’s ring walk expected at 8pm UK time.
      How can I watch Joe Joyce vs Kash Ali?The card is being broadcast by TNT Sports 1 in the UK – it will not be a pay-per-view event but customers will need TNT Sports as part of their TV subscription.Who is on the undercard?Joe Joyce vs Kash Ali is not the main fight for the event in Birmingham.Most read in BoxingIn fact, Joyce is near the bottom of the card.Liam Davies vs Erik Robles Ayala gets top billing, while Nathan Heaney’s defence of his British middleweight title against Brad Pauls is expected to be a cracker.The full card is as follows:
      Liam Davies vs Erik Robles Ayala (for vacant IBO super-bantamweight title)
      Nathan Heaney vs Brad Bauls (British middleweight title)
      Pierce O’Leary vs Hovhannes Martirosyan
      Zach Parker vs Tyron Zeuge
      Dennis McCann vs Brad Strand
      Eithan James vs Owen Cooper
      Joe Joyce vs Kash Ali
      Ezra Taylor vs Prince Oko Nartey
      What’s been said?In a big interview with SunSport, Joyce revealed he is ready to fight well into his 40s as he chases a shot at world glory.He said: “It’s all in the past now, you’ve seen what for instance Joseph Parker did, I beat him but he came back and beat Deontay Wilder.”It shows that he’s young and he’s been in the sport a long time, heavyweight champion, so it just shows it’s not it, it’s not over.”Even like George Foreman came back when he was what? 46. There’s still plenty of time.” More

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      Dillian Whyte vs Christian Hammer: Start time, TV channel, stream, undercard for The Body Snatcher’s huge return

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      DILLIAN WHYTE makes his highly-anticipated return to the ring for a St. Patrick’s Day boxing bout against Christian Hammer.Fans were disappointed to learn that The Body Snatcher was forced to pull out of his August 2023 fight against Anthony Joshua due to a failed drugs test.Dillian Whyte’s last fight came in 2022Credit: GettyThis means that Whyte hasn’t fought since his majority decision triumph over Jermaine Franklin in November 2022.However, on March 3, the British star got cleared to resume his boxing career as an investigation found his positive doping test was caused by a contaminated supplement.And Whyte will be eager to bounce back from this minor set-back by putting another win on the board against heavyweight veteran Hammer.Read more on Dillian WhyteWhen is Whyte vs Hammer?Dillian Whyte’s huge return against Christian Hammer will take place on Sunday, March 17.The undercard is scheduled to get underway at 5:30pm UK / 1:30pm ET.While the main event ring walks are expected to commence from 10pm GMT / 5pm ET.These timings could change due to the length of the undercard fights.Most read in BoxingHow can I watch Whyte vs Hammer?It is yet to be announced what channel the fight is going to be in the UK and the US.However, SunSport will have round-by-round coverage of the entire action including the undercard.This huge event will take place at the TF Royal Hotel in Castlebar, Ireland and the chosen venue can host approximately 4,000 fans.Whyte beat Jermaine Franklin at Wembley Arena in his most recent fight.What is the FULL fight card?Fans are all looking forward to seeing Dillian Whyte step foot in the ring once again after long 16 months.But there is expected to be 12 up and coming talented boxers on the undercard.
      Dillian Whyte vs. Christian Hammer; Heavyweight – MAIN EVENT
      Ray Moylette vs. Jake Tinklin; Super lightweight
      Gary O’Sullivan vs. TBA; Middleweight
      Thomas Carty vs. Pavel Sour; Heavyweight
      Daniel O’Sullivan vs. Martin Balog; Light middleweight
      Sedem Ama vs. Ester Knecna; Light middleweight
      Craig O’Brien vs. Remi Scholer; Middleweight
      What has been said?Dillian Whyte admitted that it was tough to keep quiet once the news broke that he had tested positive for doping but he knew that he had to remain professional.Speaking to Sky Sports, Whyte said: “It’s been really tough, because I knew I was innocent, but then you can’t talk, you can’t say nothing.”You have to be professional, trust the process, trust the lawyers and trust the people around you. It’s been tough, but tough times make tough men.”First of all, I’m relieved more than anything, but of course I’m angry as well because it’s cost me so much.READ MORE SUN STORIES”The most important thing is it cost me the chance to beat AJ. Everything else after that is secondary but you know it’s a mix of emotions.”I’m angry and I’m disappointed as well because people in this game don’t give you a chance to prove yourself. Everybody is quick to say, ‘Yeah, yeah, yeah,’ instead of giving people a chance.” More

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      Champions League quarter-final and semi-final draw 2024: UK start time, teams, TV channel, stream as Man City learn fate

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      ATTENTION has now turned to the Champions League quarter-final and semi-final draw – and teams will want to avoid holders Manchester City.Pep Guardiola’s side humiliated Danis giants Copenhagen 6-2 on aggregate in the last-16 stage.Man City cruised into the quarter-final stageCredit: GettyHarry Kane inspired Bayern to book their last-8 spotCredit: RexAnd the Treble winners will be one of the favourites to reclaim their crown having won every match this campaign so far.However, Jude Bellingham’s Real Madrid and Harry Kane’s Bayern Munich are also in the run-in for club football’s biggest cup competition.While Arsenal still have work to do against Porto if they are to put their name in the hat.When is the Champions League quarter-final and semi-final draw?
      The Champions League quarter-final and semi-final draw will take place on Friday, March 15.
      It is scheduled to get underway at 11am GMT – 12pm local time.
      House of European Football in Nyon, Switzerland is the chosen venue for this exciting draw.
      Unlike previous rounds, teams from the same nation are eligible to face each other.
      Read more on Champions LeagueHow can I watch it for FREE?
      Fans can watch the Champions League last-16 draw for FREE on UEFA.com.
      It will also be available to watch on TNT Sports in the UK.
      Alternatively, tune into SunSport’s live blog which will have the latest updates as the draw is announced.
      What teams have qualified?Teams will find out their pathway to the final once the draw has concluded.Here are the sides who have qualified:Most read in Champions LeagueWhat are the remaining last-16 fixtures?When will the Champions League quarter-final and semi-final ties be played?The quarter-final first legs are scheduled to take place across Tuesday, April 9 and Wednesday, April 10.While the return legs will be contested a week later on Tuesday, April 16 and Wednesday, April 17.As for the semi-final ties, the first legs will be played on Tuesday, April 30 and Wedensday, May 1 – with the reverse legs scheduled for Tuesday, May 7 and Wednesday, May 8. More

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      Arsenal vs Porto – Champions League last 16: Gunners look to flip tie on its head in huge second leg – stream, TV, teams

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      ARSENAL return to Champions League action for their last-16 second leg against Porto in phenomenal form – but they find themselves behind in the tie.The Gunners had been blowing teams away in 2024 which includes scoring more than five goals in three consecutive matches.Kai Havertz scored the winner in Arsenal’s 2-1 win against BrentfordCredit: GettyBut Mikel Arteta’s men were forced to dig deep against Brentford in their most recent Premier League encounter as they didn’t have it all their own way.However, a late header from £65million summer signing Kai Havertz helped Arsenal get over the line with a 2-1 win which propelled them to the top of the table making it EIGHT wins in a row.And the north London outfit will need a minimum of two goals again to progress when they face Porto as they currently lead the tie 1-0 courtesy of a Galeno stoppage-time strike in the first leg.When is Arsenal vs Porto?
      Arsenal’s mouthwatering Champions League match against Porto will take place on Tuesday, March 12.
      The last-16 second leg is scheduled to get underway at 8pm GMT.
      Emirates Stadium is the allocated arena for this huge encounter and it can host approximately 60,704 roaring fans.
      Galeno’s sensational strike helped Porto win the first leg.
      Read more on ArsenalHow can I watch Arsenal vs Porto?
      Arsenal vs Porto will be broadcast LIVE on TNT Sport 1 in the UK.
      The build-up is expected to commence from 7pm – a whole hour before kick-off.
      Fans can stream the entire action through discovery+
      Alternatively, SunSport will have minute-by-minute coverage of the whole match.
      What is the team news?Mikel Arteta would have been delighted to escape the Brentford triumph with no fresh injury concerns.David Raya is expected to reclaim his place from Aaron Ramsdale in between the sticks. Aaron Ramsdale made up for his huge error during the Brentford winCredit: GettyOleksandr Zinchenko could be handed his first start in weeks having returned on the weekend.Most read in Champions LeagueWhile Gabriel Martinelli will need to be assessed after missing out on Saturday’s win due to a foot injury.Jurrien Timber (knee) and Takehiro Tomiyasu (muscle) look likely to stay on the sidelines.Elsewhere, Porto stars Zaidu and Ivan Marcano are out for the remainder of the season with Cruciate Ligament injuries.But Mehdi Taremi has a chance of being in the squad despite his thigh strain.What are the odds?
      Arsenal to qualify 4/11
      Porto to qualify 2/1
      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes are correct at time of publishing  More

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      Is there a rematch clause in Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou?

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA steps into the ring for one of the biggest fights of his career in Saudi Arabia TONIGHT.The two-time heavyweight champion will face former UFC champion Francis Ngannou in a mouth-watering crossover clash.Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou meet in Saudi Arabia for a huge heavweight clashCredit: GettyNgannou, 37, may have lost his professional boxing debut against lineal champ Tyson Fury but stunned the world by sending the Gypsy King sprawling to the canvas.That ferocious punch – and overall performance in a fight that many believed he won – landed Ngannou a shot at Joshua in what will be another money-spinning night in Riyadh.This fight is full of jeopardy for Joshua, who is aiming for a shot at the winner of another blockbuster fight – Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk, which takes place on May 18.But will the loser of this fight have an automatic shot at redemption?Is there a rematch clause for Joshua vs Ngannou?Unfortunately for the loser of this fight, there is NOT an automatic rematch clause written into the contract.Eddie Hearn confirmed the news when the fight was announced.ANTHONY JOSHUA VS FRANCIS NGANNOU: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE CROSSOVER BOUTGreat riches will await the winner, with a crack at the winner of Fury vs Usyk later in 2024.Most read in BoxingThe fight purses for the two fighters are also expected to land them both a huge windfall.Joshua has been reported to be earning around £40million – before pay-per-view and additional bonuses – while Ngannou could land at least £15m.How to watch Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou
      Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou will be shown live on DAZN PPV and Sky Sports Box Office from 4.30pm UK time.
      You can live stream all the action from the DAZN and Sky Sports Box Office websites as well as their apps, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      The DAZN UK PPV price will be £19.99, which includes one month’s DAZN subscription.
      For existing DAZN subscribers, the PPV price will be £18.99.
      The Sky Sports Box Office price for the fight has been set at £19.95 for Sky customers in the UK. 
      Joshua vs Ngannou full card
      Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou
      Zhilei Zhang vs Joseph Parker
      Nick Ball vs Rey Vargas – (WBC featherweight title)
      Israil Madrimov vs Magomed Kurbanov – (WBA super-welterweight title)
      Mark Chamberlain vs Gavin Gwynne (European lightweight championship)
      Andrii Novytskyi vs Juan Torres
      Justis Huni vs Kevin Lerena
      Ziyad Almaayouf vs Christian Lopes Flores
      Roman Fury vs Martin Svarc
      Jack McGann vs Louis Greene More

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      Who is Prime sports broadcaster Ade Oladipo?

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      ADE Oladipo is an award-winning broadcaster, journalist and radio personality.He’s on presenting duties when Anthony Joshua faces Francis Ngannou — here we take a look at Ade’s life and career.Ade Oladipo, left, Darren Barker and Barry Jones interviewing Eddie Hearn and Frank Warren ahead of the Knockout Chaos ShowCredit: GettyWho is Ade Oladipo?Ade Oladipo, 42, was born to Nigerian parents and grew up in Brighton with his foster parents, before moving to east London while still a youngster.Representing Essex in both football and athletics, as well as training at the Tottenham Hotspur Academy, his career in sport started at a young age.He won the 2021 Audio Productions Award for Best New Voice, with the judges describing him as “a total delight to listen to and a dazzlingly bright new light in the arena of sports broadcasting”.How long has Ade Oladipo been a sports broadcaster?Ade began his career as a sports broadcaster as an analyst on Arise News in 2015.READ MORE ON BOXINGJust a year later he moved on to ABN Radio & TV, where he hosted the daily Metropolitan Mix Show, before progressing to become Kwese Sports’ chief boxing commentator.In 2017, Ade founded his eponymously named YouTube channel, Ade Olapido, where he discusses boxing news and has amassed nearly 55,000 subscribers and 15million views.What has Ade Oladipo presented in his career?As well as being on DAZN since 2022, Ade has hosted a wide range of programmes — all to do with sports.He joined the Sky Sports News football team in 2019, reporting on all of the developments during the Premier League and EFL transfer windows.Most read in BoxingAde has fronted his own daily show on talkSPORT titled The Social since 2020, featuring Premier League news from the past and present.In December 2023, he became the first-ever black presenter of live Premier League football when he led Amazon Prime’s coverage of Crystal Palace’s home defeat by Bournemouth.Anthony Joshua v Francis Ngannou fight predictions from Sun Sport panelHe has also covered some of the world’s biggest sporting events for Fox Sports and ESPN, including Euro 2020, the World Boxing Championships and the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio De Janeiro, as well as UFC and NFL events.When is he commentating on the Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou fight for DAZN?AJ and Ngannou go toe-to-toe on Friday March 8, 2024, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.The fight will be broadcast live on DAZN PPV.Ade will be on the presenting team covering the full fight card.Kate Abdo and Ariel Helwani will be hosting alongside him for the streaming giants.ANTHONY JOSHUA VS FRANCIS NGANNOU: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE CROSSOVER BOUTPunditry will be provided by David Haye, Conor Benn and Tyson Fury — who is the most qualified person to speak about former UFC champ Ngannou, as he’s the only man to have fought him under boxing rules so far.The Saudi sports federation confirmed that the ring walks for the fight will start at 11:20pm after a musical performance by the Saudi state, followed by the Saudi national anthem.READ MORE SUN STORIESAJ and Ngannou’s mega bout will follow on from Zhilei Zhang vs Joseph Parker, which sees the interim WBO Heavyweight Championship being put on the line.Zhang vs Parker will follow a standard boxing set-up of 12 three minute rounds, while Joshua vs Ngannou will be just 10. More

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      Chelsea vs Newcastle: Blues host Magpies in tasty Premier League clash on Monday Night Football – stream, TV, team news

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      CHELSEA return to Stamford Bridge on Monday to host Newcastle in a huge Premier League clash.The Blues will be pushing for a win following last weekend’s disappointing 2-2 draw with Brentford.Chelsea were held to a 2-2 draw at Brentford last weekCredit: GettyMeanwhile, Newcastle cruised to a 3-0 win over WolvesCredit: AlamyMaurico Pochettino has found himself under increasing pressure in recent weeks, with many fans calling for him to be sacked.However, a win over the Magpies could get some supporters back on side.Meanwhile, Newcastle approach this game on a high following a 3-0 win over Wolves.Eddie Howe’s side currently sit eighth in the Premier League table, just four points above Chelsea.READ MORE ON CHELSEASo a win for either team will be crucial in the race for a spot in Europe.With just 11 games left to play, the stakes are getting higher.When is Chelsea vs Newcastle?
      Chelsea vs Newcastle will take place on Monday, March 11.
      Kick off will be at 8pm GMT.
      Stamford Bridge will host.
      What TV channel is Chelsea vs Newcastle on and can it be live streamed?
      Chelsea vs Newcastle will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event/Premier League.
      Sky Sports customers can live stream the match via the NOW app.
      Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action by following SunSport’s live blog.
      Most read in FootballCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL Team NewsChristopher Nkunku, Romeo Lavia and Reece James will remain unavailable for the match.Levi Colwill and Ben Chilwell will also be absent due to injury issues suffered recently.Levi Colwill has suffered an injury setbackCredit: GettyConor Gallagher could miss out due to illness.But Thiago Silva and Marc Cucurella are now available for selection.As for Newcastle, Nick Pope (shoulder), Sandro Tonali (ban), Callum Wilson (pectoral), Matt Targett (hamstring), Joelinton (thigh) and Kieran Trippier (calf) will be missing.Who will be the star players?Cole Palmer has been a bright spark for Chelsea since he joined at the start of the season.In 32 appearances for the Blues the 21-year-old has scored 12 goals and provided 10 assists.Cole Palmer is one to watch for ChelseaIsak is back firing for NewcastleMeanwhile, Alexander Isak could be one to watch for Newcastle.Despite his injury issues this season the striker has stepped up when fit, scoring 11 goals in 19 Premier League games.Isak could cause some serious problems for Chelsea’s defence on Monday.What has been said?Discussing Newcastle’s last meeting with Chelsea, Eddie Howe said: “It was a difficult night.”We did a lot right but it was in the middle of our injuries. The players that did play gave everything.”We were so close and the shootout was difficult. But I think we learned from that and controlled our emotions better in the Blackburn game.”He continued: “We have got a bit of form behind us; we are looking to recapture our very best performance levels. We have really high expectations of ourselves.”I am determined to try and achieve the maximum that we can and get back into Europe.”Meanwhile, Mauricio Pochettino said: “The most important thing for us is to work on us. We need to find different solutions again to deal with these injuries and see if Marc Cucurella arrives in good condition, to see if we are changing the way we play.”What are the odds?Match resultREAD MORE SUN STORIES
      Chelsea – 19/20
      Draw – 14/5
      Newcastle – 5/2
      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and are correct at the time of publication. More

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      Why is Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou taking place on a Friday night?

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA will face UFC icon Francis Ngannou TONIGHT as the Brit looks to continue his superb winning form.AJ goes into the bout in Saudi Arabia on the back of a TKO win over Swede Otto Wallin.ANTHONY JOSHUA VS FRANCIS NGANNOU: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE CROSSOVER BOUTJoshua has won his last three fights since losing consecutive bouts to Oleksandr Usyk.Meanwhile, Friday night’s blockbuster will be Ngannou’s second professional outing in the ring.The Cameroonian powerhouse made his boxing debut against the unbeaten Tyson Fury back in October.Ngannou lost to the Gypsy King despite knocking down the 35-year-old in the third round.READ MORE IN BOXINGWhy is Joshua vs Ngannou taking place on a Friday night?Anthony Joshua’s meeting with Francis Ngannou will take place on Friday, March 8.The ring-walks for the bout are expected to take place at 11.20pm UK time, with the fight set to start at approximately 11.35pm.Joshua vs Ngannou is taking place on the Friday as opposed to the more conventional Saturday due to the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix on March 9.Most read in BoxingPutting the events on separate days allows organisers and broadcasters to get the best out of both huge sporting events.How to watch Joshua vs Ngannou
      Joshua vs Ngannou will be shown live on DAZN PPV and Sky Sports Box Office.
      You can live stream all the action from the DAZN and Sky Sports Box Office websites as well as their apps, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      The DAZN UK PPV price will be £19.99, which includes one month’s DAZN subscription.
      For existing DAZN subscribers, the PPV price will be £18.99.
      The Sky Sports Box Office price for the fight has been set at £19.95 for Sky customers in the UK. 
      Who else is on the card?Among the fights taking place on the Joshua-Ngannou undercard is Zhilei Zhang’s huge fight with Joseph Parker.Queensberry fighter Nick Ball will also challenge Mexican Rey Vargas for the world featherweight title.
      MAIN EVENT: Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou
      Zhilei Zhang vs Joseph Parker
      Nick Ball vs Rey Vargas – (WBC featherweight title)
      Israil Madrimov vs Magomed Kurbanov – (WBA super-welterweight title)
      Mark Chamberlain vs Gavin Gwynne (European lightweight championship)
      Andrii Novytskyi vs Juan Torres
      Justis Huni vs Kevin Lerena
      Ziyad Almaayouf vs Christian Lopes Flores
      Roman Fury vs Martin Svarc
      Jack McGann vs Louis Greene More