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    Who is on commentary for Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2: DAZN, TNT Sports and Sky Sports’ FULL panel

    TYSON FURY and Oleksandr Usyk are all set to face off TONIGHT in what is expected to be a spine-tingling heavyweight bout – so it’s only right that each commentary team has a panel full of experts!The Gypsy King will do everything he possibly can to get revenge in this super Saudi showdown.Fury vs Usyk 2: Ring walk time, TV channels and undercard – all you need to know for big rematchUsyk handed Fury his first-ever professional defeat earlier this year with a stunning split-decision win despite being taken to hospital immediately after with a suspected broken jaw.Ukrainian powerhouse Usyk also became the first heavyweight undisputed champion this CENTURY for his troubles.However, unlike last time, only three belts will be up for grabs as Usyk was forced to vacate the IBF title to allow mandatories to get their shot at winning it. But one thing that hasn’t changed from the previous contest is that THREE major broadcasters will be covering the fight, and SunSport can reveal who represents each platform.Read more on Fury vs Usyk 2Who is on commentary for Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2?Tyson Fury’s huge rematch against TONIGHT Oleksandr Usyk will be shown live on DAZN, TNT Sports Box Office AND Sky Sports Box OfficeAnd each major broadcaster has their own commentary and presenting teams for the mouthwatering Riyadh rematch.Fury vs Usyk 2 – top storiesREAD MORE on all the build-up to the blockbuster fight in Riyadh..All the info:News, features and interviews: DAZNMajor sporting broadcaster DAZN has confirmed that Kate Scott and Ade Oladipo will be lead presenters for the night.And they’ll be joined by Andy Lee and Eddie Hearn as guest pundits.Most read in BoxingIn the commentary booth will be Adam Smith, who is back calling his first major fight since leaving Sky Sports following his battle with cancer. Joining Smith will be ex-world champion boxers Barry Jones and Darren Barker. TNT SPORTS BOX OFFICELaura Woods misses out for a second successive time, so Becky Ives is the lead presenter once again.Woods was forced to watch from home earlier this year after suffering a freak accident on holiday.But it is a much more positive reason as to why she is not available this time round – the presenting guru is pregnant.Becky Ives will also have expert help from Carl Frampton, David Haye and Steve Bunce.Darren Fletcher and Richie Woodall have been left in charge of commentary.SKY SPORTS BOX OFFICEEver-present Anna Woolhouse is presenting for Sky Sports.READ MORE SUN STORIESShe’ll have Johnny Nelson, Matt Christie and Dave Caldwell in the studio alongside her.What time are the ring-walks for Fury vs Usyk 2 and when does the fight start?Ring-walk times for Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 is scheduled for 10pm UK time/5pm ET.This means that Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk’s huge fight should get underway approximately 15 minutes later – 10:15pm UK time/5:15pm ET.However, timings could change depending on the length of the undercard bouts.Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia is the allocated arena for this huge event and it can host around 26,000 spectators.The huge flight will be streamed on DAZN, Sky Sports and TNT but alternatively, SunSport will LIVE blog the full card. More

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    Painful moment Aaron Ramsdale analyses Southampton’s 5-0 collapse to Tottenham live on TV as fans slam ‘laughing stock’

    SOUTHAMPTON fans have been left baffled after Aaron Ramsdale was allowed to appear on live TV for TNT Sports as an analyst for their thrashing against Tottenham.Ramsdale, 26, has been out since November with a finger injury.Aaron Ramsdale appeared as a pundit on TNT Sports for Southampton’s game vs TottenhamCredit: TNT SPORTSBut fans blasted his appearance as Russell Martin’s side was hit for five in the first halfCredit: RexSaints have picked up just one point since Ramsdale got injured in late NovemberCredit: ReutersBut the goalkeeper appeared as a pundit on TNT Sports during their coverage of the Saints’ clash with Spurs on Sunday evening, won 5-0 by the visitors.And after watching his team-mates get thrashed at home, with the result leading to the sacking of Russell Martin, Ramsdale gave his thoughts on the display.He said: “It was a tough one to watch and it must have been much harder to play. “After the work you put in, to go behind that quickly and be 5-0 down at half-time, I can’t imagine the feeling playing that second half.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”As much as Tottenham controlled and took their foot off the gas, credit to the boys, they didn’t stop running, the fans got onside and gave them a bit of a boost, but I think there will be some more words said from management and players over the next coming days.”Asked for specifics about those chats, Ramsdale was seen rubbing his eyes with his hands before adding: “Not a nice one (the chat).”I think there’ll be some home truths especially when you can see it on the big screen…”After being 5-0 at half-time I’m not too sure how the gaffer will go about it. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”We’ll dissect the goals, we might try and spin it into positive ways because we have a game on Wednesday so close to show what we can do when we get it right.”We have to forget about it quickly which is easier said than done. It’ll be a really tough one for the boys tonight and we just have to go again so we can try and get to the semi-final of a Cup on Wednesday.”Disgusted Southampton fans stream out of St Mary’s 27 minutes into Tottenham clash after going 4-0 downReacting to Ramsdale’s punditry, fans were left stunned that he was even allowed to do the interview and appear on TNT.One fan on social media said: “I’m utterly baffled by how this has been allowed to happen.”A second said: “It’s an absolute shambles, it really is. I don’t see how this possibly could have been beneficial in any way even if we won today.”A third added: “We’re such a joke right now.”Another said: “Gotta feel for him that’s the current state of our club that they would green light this.”A fifth said: “Like what’s he meant to say? Just adds to the laughing stock we already are!”The Saints host Premier League leaders Liverpool in a Carabao Cup quarter-final clash, before visiting Fulham in the league on Sunday.Ex-Arsenal star Ramsdale was hopeful of returning to the team in the coming days, with the South Coast side only picking up one point since the goalkeeper’s injury.On his return, he said: “The finger is getting more bendy, it’s getting there. It was too soon (for me to be back) for this game.“I’m looking forward to next week. We have two games that I’m hoping to be involved in. It’s about making sure it’s fixed properly.“Making sure it doesn’t get injured again is the main priority. I missed out on the first two camps, I was desperate to get back in.“It’s been very tough watching the boys. Coming down here to try and impact things on the pitch, it’s been tough.READ MORE SUN STORIES“I’ve been able to train with the boys, using my feet. I’ve been on the grass. But my job is as a goalkeeper.”Southampton are rooted to the bottom of the table and are already nine points off of safety. More

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    Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 live stream and TV guide: How to watch big Riyadh PPV

    TIME will stand still once again as Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk go punch-for-punch in front of a sold-out Riyadh crowd – but details of how fans from home can tune in have been revealed!The two boxing juggernauts locked horns earlier this year in a rare undisputed heavyweight clash.Oleksandr Usyk won by a split decisionCredit: GettyAnd to the shock of many, Ukrainian legend Usyk came out on top and handed Fury his first-ever professional loss with a split decision triumph.Fury believes that the mistakes he made cost him the victory as the Gypsy King said: Throwing punches while I wasn’t thinking about what I was doing. “It wasn’t for what he did was so great, it’s what I did that was a mistake really. And that’s it.”Well, Fury has the chance to prove to the ones in the Riyadh crowd that it was just a fluke defeat as he takes on Usyk once again.Read more on Fury vs Usyk 2He’ll want to put on a show for the people who are watching from home too and SunSport can tell boxing lovers exactly how you can tune in.How to watch Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2DAZN PPV, TNT Sports Box Office and Sky Sports Box Office will ALL be broadcasting Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Uysk 2 once again.The cost to purchase the PPV on TNT and DAZN is £24.99, while the event is priced at £24.95 on Sky Sports.Usyk vs Fury 2 on TNT Sports Box Office can be watched on discovery+, EE TV, Virgin Media TV and Prime Video. You do not need to be a TNT Sports subscriber to buy this event.Watch Fury Vs Usyk 2 live on DAZN*If you click on a link in this boxout we will earn affiliate revenue.How to Watch Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 live on DAZNGet ready to rumble with Fury vs Usyk 2 live on DAZN Pay-Per-View! Here’s how:Buy the PPV: Get access to the fight by purchasing the PPV on DAZN.No Commitment, 7-Day Free Trial: With your PPV purchase, you’ll also receive a 7-day free trial of DAZN. Enjoy all the action and explore DAZN’s sports lineup with no extra cost!First Month Free: Monthly DAZN subscribers can get their first month for free when signing up!No Subscription Required: The PPV price is all you need to pay. There’s no obligation to continue after your free trial ends.Don’t miss the biggest fight of 2024! On December 21st “Gypsy King” Tyson Fury takes on “The Cat” Oleksandr Usyk for a second time in what promises to be the rematch of the century — order now and start your free DAZN trial today!Who else is fighting on Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk 2 card?Fans are thoroughly looking forward to Tyson Fury’s rematch against Oleksandr Usyk but there are some blockbuster names on the undercard too.Israil Madrimo who narrowly lost to Terence Crawford in August, takes on Serhii Bohachuk.Most read in BoxingWhile British heavyweights Moses Itauma and Johnny Fisher face challenges in Demsey McKean and Dave Allen respectively.Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk; For Usyk’s WBA, WBC and WBO heavyweight titlesSerhii Bohachuk vs Israil MadrimovMoses Itauma vs Demsey McKeanJohnny Fisher vs Dave AllenDennis McCann vs Peter McGrailIsaac Lowe vs Lee McGregorWhat has been said?The build-up and aftermath to Tyson Fury’s first professional defeat was dominated by rumours of him having a poor training camp and getting “turned over” in sparring.It was claimed he didn’t spar properly due to the cut which delayed his long-awaited meeting with the undefeated Ukrainian.But during a sitdown face-off with DAZN, Fury insisted: “It was a fantastic training camp.”Never once have I ever said I had any problems in camp because I didn’t.”I heard a load of d***heads talking s**t that I had a lot of problems in camp.”But I didn’t have any problems. I had a fantastic training camp.” More

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    Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta surprises Laura Woods with heartwarming present as TNT Sports host says ‘this was amazing’

    ARSENAL manager Mikel Arteta surprised Gunners superfan Laura Woods with an early Christmas present.TNT Sports presenter Woods, 37, is a well known Gooner and covered her favourite club’s Champions League clash with Monaco on Wednesday at the Emirates.Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta surprised Laura Woods with a giftArteta and Woods met after Arsenal’s Champions League win over MonacoArteta gave Woods a baby onesie as she expects her first childWoods announced her pregnancy back in JulyArteta, 42, led the North Londoners to a dominant 3-0 victory over the Ligue 1 giants with a brace by Bukayo Saka and a goal by Kai Havertz.And the Spanish tactician met with Woods after full-time where he offered her a heartwarming present as she prepares to welcome her first child with Love Island alumni Adam Collard.The Arsenal boss offered the TV star a baby onesie straight from the club’s official store.The reporter was left with a big smile on her face as she shared pics on Instagram thanking the Spaniard.Read More on ArsenalWoods issued the following caption: “This was amazing, thank you.”And she followed it with: “My club.”Woods broke the news that she was pregnant back in July.The journalist managed to keep her pregnancy a secret throughout the entirety of Euro 2024.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSShe made the announcement before jetting off to Paris to cover the Olympics.Woods and Collard broke the news of their engagement back in September.Watch hilarious moment Laura Woods cracks cheeky joke live on TNT Sports leaving Ferdinand and Crouch in stitchesThe couple started dating last year and the reality TV personality got down on one knee on the beach in Cornwall to pop the big question.Woods covered Arsenal’s clash with Monaco and spoke to Arteta at full-timeCredit: GettyArsenal ratings vs Monaco as Lewis-Skelly gets standing ovation but Merino is heavy and slowBUKAYO SAKA scored twice as Arsenal saw off Monaco 3-0 in the Champions League.Here is how SunSport’s Lloyd Canfield rated the players’ performances.DAVID RAYA – 7/10Rarely troubled throughout the game, but did what he had to do.Commanding in the box, and pretty good distribution-wise, with only a few mistakes on that front.THOMAS PARTEY – 6A mixed bag from Partey tonight, with a few nice passes creating dangerous attacks, and a few going wildly astray.Wasn’t caused an awful lot of trouble by Monaco’s left side.WILLIAM SALIBA – 7Solid at the back as per usual. Always gives you a seven out of ten.JAKUB KIWIOR – 7A capable deputy in Gabriel’s absence, sharp on the ball and dependable off of it. Equally as good as Saliba next to him.MYLES LEWIS-SKELLY – 9Playing as a left-back, Lewis-Skelly became the latest Hale End academy graduate to make his full Champions League debut vs Monaco.A sensational bit of play to beat Monaco’s press allowed him to slot an inch-perfect ball into Jesus who set up Saka for Arsenal’s opener.Given a standing ovation by the home support when he left the pitch after 64 minutes.DECLAN RICE – 7Broke up play nicely as he always does, often sliding in to shut down Monaco attacks.Not as threatening as we have seen him be previously going forward, but that wasn’t his job this evening with Merino alongside him.MIKEL MERINO – 4I wasn’t moved.Arsenal fans might be left slightly disappointed by the Odegaard – Merino – Rice midfield they were excited about. Looked heavy and slow, and got booked.MARTIN ODEGAARD – 5Not his usual elegant self in midfield for Arsenal.Unfortunately let down by his end product tonight, as he missed two huge chances to double their lead either side of half-time.GABRIEL MARTINELLI – 4A threat down the left side in the first half, he should’ve had an assist were it not for Arsenal’s number nine.While he showed some bright sparks, his end product in general was not good enough.BUKAYO SAKA – 8In the right place at the right time as he so often is to open the scoring after a great ball across the box by Jesus.Reacted quickly to a goalkeeper mistake and finished into the far corner for what was his seventh home Champions League goal in seven home Champions League games – clinical.GABRIEL JESUS – 5Could’ve had a first-half brace, but for his lack of composure, as he missed TWO huge 1v1 chances early on in the tie.What he lacked in finishing however, he made up for with a quality assist to set up Saka for the opening goal.SUBS:LEANDRO TROSSARD (GABRIEL MARTINELLI, 64) – 5Much the same story as the man whom he replaced.JORGINHO (DECLAN RICE, 64) – 6A calming presence in the Arsenal midfield, helped to settle the ball when he got on it.JURRIEN TIMBER (MYLES LEWIS-SKELLY, 64) – 6Replaced the best player on the pitch and Arsenal’s level didn’t drop much.KAI HAVERTZ (GABRIEL JESUS, 73) – 8Put the goalkeeper under plenty of pressure to force the mistake for Saka’s second.Got the faintest of nicks for the Gunners’ third.ETHAN NWANERI (MARTIN ODEGAARD, 79) – 5Another good few minutes in the tank for the Arsenal starlet with a very bright future.Some good touches to get the home fans excited. 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    Why is Chelsea vs Brentford kicking off at 7pm instead of 4.30pm this Sunday?

    CHELSEA’S West London derby clash with Brentford will kick off at 7pm this Sunday.The unique kick-off time was confirmed by the Premier League in October.Chelsea enjoyed a 4-3 win over Tottenham last weekendCredit: AlamyThomas Frank will take his Brentford side to Chelsea this SundayCredit: RexThe match was originally scheduled to take place at 3pm on Saturday.It has not been selected for live television coverage in the UK.But due to Chelsea’s participation in the Europa Conference League on Thursday, the date of their Brentford clash was forced to be moved.The Blues face a long trip to Kazakhstan to face Astana on Thursday.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLChelsea’s match against the Kazakh side will kick off at 3:30pm UK time.Enzo Maresca’s side will have to undergo a more than 7,000-mile round trip to play in the game.Ordinarily, Sundays are dominated by Sky Sports’ two Super Sunday selections.This week Brighton’s derby clash with Crystal Palace will air on Sky Sports Main Event at 2pm, before the Manchester derby kicks off at 4:30pm.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSTNT Sports’ slot is usually on Saturday at 12:30pm.This weekend they have chosen Tottenham’s trip to Southampton for live coverage.Watch Thomas Frank’s incredible Brentford speech after beating Newcastle Due to Spurs’ participation in the Europa League, however, the match has had to be moved to Sunday.The Saints-Tottenham game could not be scheduled to directly clash with either of Sky Sports’ Sunday matches.And it could not have been given the 12pm slot in consideration of Spurs’ tight European turnaround.Ange Postecoglou’s men travel to Glasgow to face Rangers on Thursday night.So with these factors in mind, the game was moved to the unusual 7pm slot on Sunday.And for similar reasons, Chelsea vs Brentford has taken the same kick-off time.Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham will travel to Southampton this SundayCredit: Rex More

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    TNT Sports commentator lined up for Northampton manager job to replace Jon Brady

    ROBBIE SAVAGE is in the frame for the vacant Northampton job.Jon Brady resigned at the League One outfit yesterday after three-and-a-half years in charge with the club 21st in the table.TNT Sports commentator Robbie Savage is being lined up to take the Northampton jobCredit: GettyHe has led Macclesfield to the top of the league in his first managerial jobCredit: The TimesAnd SunSport understands Macclesfield boss Savage has impressed the Cobblers hierarchy.Savage, 50, took over as manager of the Northern Premier League side last summer.The ex-Wales and Blackburn midfielder has led Macclesfield to the top of the division in his first managerial post.Brady’s assistant Ian Sampson has been put in interim charge of Northampton and will lead the team in Monday’s home game against Peterborough.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLA statement from Cobblers Chairman Kelvin Thomason said: “Upon receiving Jon’s resignation yesterday, the Board of Directors have discussed matters and given the circumstances have agreed to accept.”We really appreciate what Jon has done for the club, initially within the academy and over the last four years or so as first team manager.”I personally appreciated Jon’s kind words earlier this week when he acknowledged how well supported he had been by the club.”However we also all fully understand the real pressures that come with being a manager and while we all would have preferred things to be different, we understand Jon’s decision. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”We will now work with Jon and the LMA on his exit agreement.”In the meantime we are fortunate that we have a talented, passionate and experienced staff, headed up by Ian Sampson, to oversee things in the interim and allow us the time to work through matters. Bromley boss Andy Woodman shares craziest EFL memories including players’ full on fight in club shop I What the EFL?!”We also firmly believe we have both the talent and quality within the squad and every confidence in the players at the club.”It is clear we are a bit of a wounded animal on the pitch at the moment, but we know that the Cobblers supporters will always step up when needed and are sure they will get behind the lads at Sixfields on Monday.” More

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    Major broadcasting change as Formula E returns to free-to-air TV with new-look presenting team

    FORMULA E has announced a major change to its broadcast rights that will see it return to free-to-air TV.The motorsport had previously been shown on BBC, ITV, Channel 4 and Channel 5 before it was effectively placed behind a paywall on TNT Sports for the first time in its 10-year history.Formula E have announced a major partnership with ITVCredit: GettyIt has now been announced it will return to ITV for the 2024/25 season, with live broadcasts and highlights being available on the ITVX app and ITV4.That includes the Season 11 opener in Sao Paulo, Brazil, on December 7.Formula E chief media officer, Aarti Dabas, said: “We’re delighted to offer UK and Ireland fans even greater access to our incredible championship via our two fantastic media partners – TNT Sport and now ITV – giving them more ways to watch and taking them even closer to the sport.”With our new post-race weekend highlights show on ITV, fans will be able to get bespoke content directly from the paddock helping educate, excite and entertain new and loyal fans alike. READ MORE IN MOTORSPORT”We can’t wait to bring our fans more track-side action and continue to grow the sport.”The channel switch will also see a new-look presenting line-up, with sacked BBC star Jermaine Jenas also dropped from his role on the all-electric racing series.Pioneering presenter Nicki Shields will return to lead the line-up and will become the first-ever female lead presenter in the series’ history.She has been a prominent figure both on and off the track since making her debut in 2014, and was the first female lead commentator for F1 Academy in its 2024 debut season.Most read in MotorsportBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOn her new role, Shields said: “I vividly remember my first Formula E race in Beijing 2014, and 10 years later, my passion for the sport remains just as strong.”I’m thrilled to return to Formula E as lead presenter for Season 11. It’s an honour to share the excitement and drama of this incredible sport with fans around the world. Watch moment Brad Pitt ‘faints’ after heavy crash at Las Vegas Grand Prix – but all is not as it seems”With our talented presenting team, we’re committed to bringing viewers closer to the action than ever before. Bring on São Paulo!”She will be joined by racing drivers Billy Monger and Catie Munnings on the team, as well as sports commentator Tom Brooks.Pundits who will appear throughout the season will include David Coulthard, Karun Chandhok, Andre Lotterer, James Rossiter and Alan McNish.Saunders Carmichael-Brown and Alexa Rendell are also returning as pitlane reporters.Formula E’s CEO Jeff Dodds admitted before the London season finale that the move to place the racing series behind a paywall had led to “numbers that have been lower than we wanted”.Pascal Wehrlein was crowned as champion last season, narrowly beating Mitch Evans by six points. More

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    Solomon Dacres vs David Adeleye: UK start time, TV channel, live stream and full card for English heavyweight title bout

    DAVID ADELEYE takes on Solomon Dacres in a tasty English heavyweight title match-up next weekend. The 28-year-old was beaten in brutal fashion by Fabio Wardley in his last fight over a year ago. David Adeleye will be looking to bounce back from his TKO loss to Fabio WardleyCredit: GettyBut now he’s looking to get back in the win column against Dacres, who is another dangerous Brit heavyweight himself. Dacres is 9-0 himself as a pro and has held the English title since the beginning of 2023, but this will definitely be the biggest test of his career. Elsewhere on the card is Lawrence Okolie’s debut at heavyweight against Hussein Muhamed.Sam Noakes is also in action against Ryan Walsh, and the card is being headlined by Brad Pauls’ clash against Denzel Bentley for the British middleweight title.When is Dacres vs Adeleye?Adeleye’s big clash against Dacres for the English title will take place on Saturday, December 7.The bout will be held at Wembley Arena in London.The fight is likely to get going at around 8.45pm UK time, towards the end of the card.What channel is it on and can it be live streamed?Dacres vs Adeleye and the whole card will be shown live on TNT Sports 1 in the UK.You can live stream all the action from the Discovery+ app, which is available for download onto your mobile or tablet device.Full cardBrad Pauls vs. Denzel Bentley, for vacant European and Paul’s British middleweight titleSam Noakes vs. Ryan WalshSolomon Dacres vs. David AdeleyeLawrence Okolie vs. Hussein MuhamedPierce O’Leary vs. TBASean Noakes vs. Mathew RennieAloys Junior vs. Lewis OakfordRoyston Barney-Smith vs. Andres NavarreteBilly Adams vs. TBAGeorge Crotty vs. Semion Martiniuc More