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      Boxing presenter Anna Woolhouse stuns in bold outfit as fans describe her as ‘the real star of the card’

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      FANS reckon no-one can lay a glove on Anna Woolhouse for “sexy” outfits as she walked tall in a short dress on a big night for boxing.The Sky Sports presenter was called the “real star of the card” – despite a stellar line-up and a cracking main fight at London’s O2 Arena.Anna Woolhouse instantly impressed viewersShe got a hot reception online after arriving at the O2 ArenaFollowers have called her ‘absolutely stunning’Credit: Instagram @woolyanna1The popular broadcaster has 175k followers on InstagramCredit: Instagram @woolyanna1Anna, 40, happily shares snaps online in bikinis as well as smart work gear.And she was again judged a winner without setting foot in the ring.The popular broadcaster was rated a knockout in a a black mini-dress with long sleeves and white cuffs showing, plus high heels.And a dazzling smile topped off an image that admirers called “incredible” as well as “unreal”.READ MORE TOP STORIESOne of her 175,000 Instagram fans posted: “WOW!!!! Anna Woolhouse looking absolutely stunning and so sexy on this short dress showing off her legs!!!!”The broadcasting heavyweight is regularly called “gorgeous” and in particular “stylish”.And having joined sky to cover ice hockey, she’s since proved to be a true sporting all-rounder.But although she is often seen presenting darts, boxing appears to be Anna’s main speciality in front of the camera.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERShe’s a fitness fanatic – and willing to share the results online via workout pics.Anna is a fitness fanatic who frequently posts workout pics and clips.She’s also posted holiday snaps in colourful bikinis.Britsh boxing trio involved in ugly scuffle forcing Sky Sports to cut away from ringside on Wardley vs Clarke show And once more she’s been rated well above spar at work – as her followers believe she has made boxing the extra sweet science.Perched on a wall on her holds or commentating ringside on a top fight, Anna is a hit with her army of social media admirersCredit: https://www.instagram.com/woolyanna1/She shares vacation snaps as well as pics from her day jobCredit: Instagram @woolyanna1The presenter is one of Sky’s main figures in boxingCredit: INSTAGRAM @woolyanna1Fans say she ‘always does an amazing job’Credit: Instagram @woolyanna1 More

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      British boxing trio involved in ugly scuffle forcing Sky Sports to cut away from ringside on Wardley vs Clarke show

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      CHAOS erupted from ringside as cruiserweight rivals Viddal Riley, Isaac Chamberlain and Chev Clarke were involved in a three-way scuffle.Riley had just cruised past ten rounds against Mikael Lawal to retain his English title when his post-fight interview was gatecrashed by Chamberlain.”If you think you can box like that against me, you’ve got another thing coming” 👀Viddal Riley & Isaac Chamberlain get into a HEATED exchange of words ringside! 🔥 pic.twitter.com/alaBYipbWQ— Sky Sports Boxing (@SkySportsBoxing) March 31, 2024

      Viddal Riley defended his English title against Mikael LawalCredit: GettyBut after the fight he was called out by rival Isaac ChamberlainChev Clarke got involved and a scuffle broke outCredit: GettyAnd the two talked up a future bout for Chamberlain’s British title when Clarke appeared off screen.Riley beckoned to bring Clarke into the interview before things got ugly.It appeared all three began to tussle as security desperately tried to intervene and avoid disaster.Sky Sports cameras were quick to cut away as bodies began to pile up from the heated ringside row.READ MORE IN BOXINGClarke is currently the mandatory challenger for Chamberlain’s title but the 2020 Olympian is signed to rival broadcasters DAZN.So Sky are looking to instead line up Chamberlain and Riley for an in-house domestic dust-up.But fans joked a WWE-style triple threat is far more likely after the trio almost came to blows.One said: “Chev Clarke is now involved and it’s all kicking off.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERAnother joked: “Triple Threat Match between Viddal Riley, Isaac Chamberlain and Chev Clarke!”Hang the belt above the ring and let them go!”One put: “Love this, great selling of the fight. Brawl erupted right after this clip. Chev Clarke getting involved. British Cruiserweight division is on fire.”‘Completely out of it’ Rolly Romero’s interviewed after being KO’d by Pitbull Cruz More

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      Fans spot Roy Keane seething as Sky Sports interrupt their own Man City vs Arsenal coverage to advertise new show

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      FANS were left in stitches over Roy Keane’s furious reaction to Sky Sports advertising a new show.The pundit was part of the team providing analysis for the broadcaster’s coverage of Manchester City vs Arsenal.Roy Keane was left seething over an advert Sky Sports playedCredit: GrabAnd he was left seething by the decision to interrupt the show to air an advert for the new series of House of the Dragon.When Sky Sports cut back to the studio Keane could be seen with a disgruntled look etched across his face.Viewers at home found his reaction very entertaining – with some claiming it was better than the match.One reacted saying: “The withering contempt on Roy Keane’s face as the Dragon House trailer was announced, something I’ve not seen since his time alongside Adrian Chiles.”Another added: “Roy Keane getting p****d off at a game of thrones advert is the most entertaining thing about this match so far.”A third wrote: “Roy Keane annoyance with the Sky’s weird House of the Dragon gimmick during the game is a vibe.”And another commented: “Losing my mind at Roy Keane’s utterly nonplussed reaction to the awkward House of the Dragon promo on Sky Sports.”BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERThe trailer was then shown for a second time at full-time and presenter Dave Jones could not resist a cheeky dig at Keane.Most read in FootballHe said: “The Keane household is going to take a bit more convincing.”Roy Keane says ‘this is big boy stuff… you’re getting kidded’ after Ian Wright’s Premier League prediction More

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      ‘You need to sort your commentary out’ says boxer in awkward interview on live TV leaving pundits looking sheepish

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      BEN WHITTAKER was involved in an awkward interview spat with commentator Andy Clarke.The 26-year-old faces Leon Willings on Sunday night at the O2 Arena in London.Ben Whittaker (middle) clashed with Sky Sports’ Andy Clarke (second from the right)Credit: Sky SportsBen Whittaker faces Leon Willings on SundayCredit: ReutersHe has a history of showboating in the ringCredit: PAWhittaker was talking to Sky Sports after his press conference when he clashed with Clarke.The light heavyweight has won all six of his professional bouts in style – often showboating in the ring.During his previous victory over Khalid Gradia, Whittaker caused controversy as he danced and hopped on one leg mid-fight to taunt his rival as he beat him with ease.Asked who Whittaker would like to fight in the future, he responded while looking at broadcaster Clarke: “Probably you.READ MORE IN BOXING”With the commentary, you always say I’m disrespectful, so probably you.”You’re the person that keeps saying disrespectful.”Clarke then hit back, replying: “On that though, when you stand in front of your opponent and you slap him on the top of his head – that is disrespectful.”Whittaker was having none of it, responding: “No, that’s skill. Have you boxed before?Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSClarke said he hasn’t and the Brit said: “Well, there you go then.”He continued: “I think it’s disrespectful that you, I’m watching a fight back and it’s, ‘Ben is disrespectful, Ben is disrespectful.’Sky Sports boxing press conference chaos as security forced to step in after unbeaten boxer Ezra Arenyeka gatecrashes event “You’re painting that picture of me being disrespectful when it’s an art and a skill.”So I think you need to sort your commentary skills out.”Clarke wasn’t done there, saying: “I’m a big fan of your ability, a big, big fan. But I’m there to give an opinion.”The 2016 Olympics silver medallist ended the debate with a blunt: “Yeah, that’s your opinion.”The rest of the pundits were stunned into silence and watched on awkwardly.Fans had their say on the row, with one saying: “They need to stop calling Ben disrespectful. Ali did this, Prince did this. He’s an entertainer but is definitely not disrespectful.”Another added: “Fair play to Andy for backing up what he said rather than backtrack.”READ MORE SUN STORIESMore reacted: “Fair play to both. No harm in disagreeing.”It was not the only moment of controversy at the press conference after a gatecrashing boxer tried to confront Whittaker with security forced to step in. More

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      Sky Sports boxing press conference chaos as security forced to step in after unbeaten boxer gatecrashes event

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      BEN WHITTAKER had his Sky Sports press conference gatecrashed by a raging wannabe opponent.The 26-year-old light-heave ace was trying to promote his Sunday night fight against Leon Willings, when an unnamed stranger ran toward the stage shouting abuse.Ben Whittaker was speaking at a press conference before he was interruptedCredit: ReutersEzra Arenyeka, a boxer from Nigeria, gatecrashed the press conferenceCredit: ReutersThe 6-0 West Bromwich starlet called for calm and urged the security to let the stranger speak.The ripped invader threw a load of insults at the 2016 Olympic silver winner and asked to be his next rival.But Whittaker kept ice cool and peppered the mystery man with smart jibes until the bouncers ushered him out of the InterContinental hotel.Whittaker – aka The Surgeon – calmly said: “I don’t even know who that guy is, I am an Olympican, not many people can say that.READ MORE IN BOXING“I am worried about his blood pressure, someone get him a bottle of Sprite and a lie down.“I like that chain he has on, though, did he get it from Amazon?”Whittaker went viral with his superb shots, classy defensive skills and his showboating against Khalid Graidia in February.The rapidly rising star is patiently waiting for his shot at a world title.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSAnd he is happy to have potential opponents, like Willings and Friday’s phantom foe, launching themselves right at him.He said: “Leon is the bounty hunter, there is a big bounty on my head.Inside Tyson Fury’s Morecambe mansion“People want to aim for me, people want to call me out.“If that wasn’t happening I would be doing something wrong.” More

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      Graeme Souness, 70, reveals he ‘will never retire’ as a pundit despite Sky Sports exit

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      LIVERPOOL legend Graeme Souness has vowed to ‘never retire’ from football punditry.The 70-year-old three-time European Cup winner agreed to leave Sky Sports last April.Souness said he does not plan to ever stop offering football analysisCredit: ReutersSouness worked for the Premier League broadcaster for over 15 years and fought back tears during his final appearance.But this week he explained that it is getting harder to be a pundit in modern football. He argued that there’s a balancing act between using the right words while still being honest and critical when it is required.The Scotsman has not retreated in that regard as he continues to offer his famously candid assessments on talkSPORT.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHe was on pundit duty for ITV’s FA Cup coverage of Manchester United’s dramatic 4-3 win over rivals Liverpool.And he will be at the Euros for Scotland’s opener against hosts Germany.He told The Telegraph: “I will never retire.“I will be retired when the phone stops ringing. I know we have to be very careful with what words we choose now, but you must be as honest as you possibly can, consistently.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKER”And just be real. That is becoming more and more difficult for the guys who are doing it now.”He disagreed with the notion that pundits should be required to have achieved it all in order to analyse the top level.He added: “That is like saying Arsene Wenger or Jose Mourinho shouldn’t have been great managers.“There are people I will listen to. There are people I think ‘no, you have nothing I’m going to learn from you at all’. That is only me.”Last month, he told Simon Jordan on their podcast that his radio and charity work has kept him busier than ever.Graeme Souness is swapping being a TV pundit to swim the English Channel More

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      Viddal Riley vs Mikael Lawal: UK start time, live stream, TV channel for cruiserweight clash

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      VIDDAL RILEY faces the toughest assignment of his career yet this weekend in a brilliant cruiserweight fight. KSI’s former trainer will face hard-hitting Mikael Lawal on the undercard of Fabio Wardley vs Frazer Clarke. Viddal Riley was last in action against Anees Taj in a Cruiserweight fightRiley was last in action against Nathan Quarless back in September, winning in dominant fashion. Before that he had a couple of fights with Anees Taj, knocking him out in the fourth round on both occasions. Lawal is a different prospect altogether, however, as he’s a former British cruiserweight champion and has only lost once, in his last fight against Isaac Chamberlain. Riley will have it all to do if he’s to blast Lawal out of there, but he may have to let his boxing do the work if he’s to leave the O2 Arena with a victory. When is Riley vs Lawal?
      Riley’s clash against Lawal will take place on Sunday, March 31.
      The fight will be held at the O2 Arena.
      Expect ring-walks to get going at around 8.30pm UK time.
      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
      Riley vs Lawal will be shown live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Arena.
      You can live stream the action from the NOW TV and Sky Go apps, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Full card
      MAIN EVENT: Fabio Wardley vs Fraser Clarke – for British and Commonwealth heavyweight titles
      Florian Marku vs Chris Kongo
      Viddal Riley vs Mikael Lawal
      Ben Whittaker vs Leon Willings
      Alen Babic vs Steve Robinson
      Callum Simpson vs Dulla Mbabe More

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      Ben Whittaker next fight: UK start time, live stream, TV channel for return against Leon Willings

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      BEN WHITTAKER makes his return to the ring this weekend and all eyes will be on the Olympic hero’s fight. ‘Benzo’, who is signed to Anthony Joshua’s management company, has been on fire since turning pro, blasting out several opponents and looking stylish in the process. Ben Whittaker stopped his last opponent after showboating throughout the whole fightHis in-ring showboating has been a constant source of controversy, however, with detractors calling it unnecessary. Some have likened his tactics to that of British boxing legend Prince Naseem Hamed. His last fight, in particular, caused a storm, with clips of his antics against overmatched opponent Khalid Graidia going viral on social media. This weekend he’s back in action against Leon Willings, who has a record of 7-1. When is Whittaker vs Willings?
      Whittaker’s clash against Willings will take place on Sunday, March 31.
      The fight will be held at the O2 Arena.
      Expect ring-walks to get going at around 7.30pm UK time.
      What channel is it and can it be live streamed?
      Whittaker vs Willings will be shown live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Arena.
      You can live stream the action from the NOW TV and Sky Go apps, both of which are available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.
      Full card
      MAIN EVENT: Fabio Wardley vs Fraser Clarke – for British and Commonwealth heavyweight titles
      Florian Marku vs Chris Kongo
      Viddal Riley vs Mikael Lawal
      Ben Whittaker vs Leon Willings
      Alen Babic vs Steve Robinson
      Callum Simpson vs Dulla Mbabe More