BOXING doesn’t get much bigger this weekend as Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol prepare to square off in a much-anticipated undisputed clash.

Beterbiev, the WBA, IBF and WBO champion, is undefeated, winning every single one of his 20 fights by knockout.

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Bivol, the WBA titleholder, is also unbeaten with a record of 23-0. One man’s unblemished record has to go.

Elsewhere on the card, Chris Eubank Jr takes on Kamil Szeremeta while Fabio Wardley and Frazer Clarke clash in a big heavyweight rematch.

Skye Nicolson is in world title action against Raven Chapman in another Matchroom vs Queensberry fight.

And Ben Whittaker also returns to the big stages as he faces Liam Cameron.

It’s set to be a long night of action, but SunSport have you covered with all the details on how to watch each fight and at what time.

Fight night schedule and timings

*Timings are approximate and subject to change, depending on the length of each fight.

How to watch

• DAZN PPV, Sky Sports Box Office and TNT Sports Box Office will all broadcast Beterbiev vs Bivol.
• TNT Sports and DAZN have both priced the event at £19.99, while you can purchase the fight on Sky Sports for the slightly cheaper price of £19.95.
• You can live stream the huge bill on either the DAZN app, discovery+ or Sky Sports Box Office app, depending on which PPV you purchase.
• Alternatively, you can follow all the action via SunSport’s LIVE BLOG.

Kayla Harrison is taking the high road.

Just hours before she defeated Ketlen Vieira at UFC 307, her former employers at PFL posted a message on Twitter mocking Harrison’s one and only loss when she fell to Larissa Pacheco by decision back in 2022. The viral tweet got plenty of attention with Pacheco saying the move was “uncalled for” and UFC CEO Dana White laughing it off while adding “when you’re losing as much money as they are, f*cking go for it.”

For her part, Harrison saw the tweet but she refused to take the bait and engage in some kind of war of words with her former promoters.

“I operate from a place of gratitude, and I grew up in that organization,” Harrison told MMA Fighting. “I was able to financially provide for my family. I have financial abundance. I grew so much there. I’m grateful for what I believe I helped build over there. I feel like I was a big part of that, and I take pride in that.

“But I just don’t have time for that kind of negativity and those digs. I don’t care. I’m staying in my lane. I’m doing my thing. I’m chasing my dreams. If anybody has a problem with that, I’ve said it very clearly before — they can go f*ck themselves. I don’t have anything to say. You want to talk shit about me losing a fight? Go ahead.”

Since leaving PFL in free agency and signing with UFC, Harrison has largely avoided taking shots at the organization she called home for the first 17 fights of her career.

Meanwhile, PFL co-founder Donn Davis has continually claimed Harrison left the organization because she was running away from potential fights against Pacheco and Cris Cyborg — despite the fact that Harrison actually holds two wins over Pacheco from previous encounters.

Regardless, Harrison won’t suddenly start bashing PFL just because the promotion has decided to use her name in an attempt to promote an upcoming fight between Pacheco and Cyborg on Oct. 19.

“That’s why I don’t have to say anything,” Harrison explained. “Because those choices speak for themselves. I’m not going to go low. I’m not going to talk shit. I’m not going to say a bunch of stuff that I could say and air a bunch [of dirty laundry]. I’m not going to do that because there’s no point.

“That’s not who I am as a person. That’s not the kind of business that I want to do. That’s not what I want to be known for. So I’ll just keep my head down, work hard, you want to talk shit about me? Go ahead. I helped build that company.”

As far as her decision to change promotions, Harrison is confident now more than ever she made the right choice.

“I have no doubts,” Harrison said. “I’m exactly where I’m supposed to be.”

Lazio and Atletico Madrid have been fined by Uefa after their supporters were found guilty of racist behaviour.

The Serie A side have been fined £36,660 (45,000 euros) following incidents during their 4-1 Europa League win over Nice in Rome on 3 October.

Lazio will also have to close two sections of the Stadio Olimpico for their next Europa League fixture against Porto on 7 November.

European football’s governing body issued the club with an additional partial closure of the stadium for an extra game, which is suspended for a probationary period of one year.

Spanish club Atletico Madrid have been fined £25,113 (30,000 euros) after “racist and discriminatory” behaviour by some of their fans during last week’s 4-0 defeat by Benfica in Lisbon.

Diego Simeone’s side have been banned from selling tickets to supporters for away fixtures, suspended for a 12-month period.

Lazio were forced to close part of their stadium in 2023 after fans racially abused two Lecce players during a Serie A match.

The club condemned the chants as “despicable and shameful” at the time but insisted “Lazio fans are not racist”.

LAS VEGAS – Rafa Garcia has no intention of folding to the relentless grappling pressure of Grant Dawson at UFC Fight Night 244 – even if he is coming off a significant knee surgery.

Garcia (16-3 MMA, 4-3 UFC) will return to the octagon for the first time since April 2023 on Saturday when he meets Dawson (21-2-1 MMA, 9-1-1 UFC) in a lightweight bout at the UFC Apex in Las Vegas (ESPN+). “Gifted” underwent surgery in July 2023 for a torn ACL and PCL, and has been working hard toward his comeback ever since.

“For me, (the recovery) was a little bit difficult,” Garcia told MMA Junkie and other reporters at Wednesday’s media day. “Putting the brakes on me was a little bit hard. Being in bed until 12 every day, that’s not something I do. I usually wake up in the morning at 5 a.m., go walk around, feed the animals and do something. When I was in bed, I was like, ‘Damn, I can’t do nothing.’”

Garcia was eventually able to return to his feet in a full-functioning manner and get back into training. The next step was accepting a fight, and he did that against Dawson, who has lost just once in 11 octagon appearances.

Dawson is a tenacious wrestler who has landed at least one takedown in all but one of his UFC fights, so Garcia knows what he’s getting this weekend. He is ready to thwart takedowns with the help of his surgically repaired knee, and then he’ll be looking to get the stoppage win.

“I feel like it’s a great opponent for me,” Garcia said. “Grant Dawson is knocking at the top 15. I think he’s going to try to take me down and walk back. But I’m not taking a step back. I’m getting in his face, making him back up, and I’m getting that finish.”

For more on the card, visit MMA Junkie’s event hub for UFC Fight Night 244.

Founded in 1941, Lancing are playing at the highest level in their history at non-league step four.

They have four points from their first eight games and sit 20th in the league in the relegation zone.

Three Bridges were unable to host this weekend’s match on Sunday because of a women’s FA Cup match being played at their temporary Bauvill Stadium in Chatham, Kent.

Former Brighton youth player Robinson, who has 13 Bermuda caps, joined Lancing from Whitehawk in the summer.

Winger Scott is playing in his second season for the club, having moved from Hastings in 2023.

“Knory is a lovely lad – quiet. You couldn’t hope to meet a nicer guy,” Sutton said.

“Luke has been around a lot of clubs at a higher level.

“To have international players is something we’re enormously proud of.

“We’ve got a Bermuda flag which we hang up behind one of the goals each home game.”

AHMED Alsanawi is the founder and owner of A Star Barbers, a high-profile barbershop in Chessington, Surrey.

It has become the go-to destination for many professional footballers in need of a new style — here’s everything you need to know.

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Who is Ahmed Alsanawi?

Nicknamed ‘A-Star’, Ahmed Alsanawi’s journey from a self-taught barber to a stylist for football’s elite is a remarkable story of talent, hard work and relationship-building.

His journey into the world of barbering began with a passion for hairstyling and an entrepreneurial spirit after emigrating the the UK from Iraq in the 2000s.

Alongside his wife Tanya, he opened A Star Barbers with the goal of creating a welcoming space where clients could receive quality haircuts and grooming services.

Since its establishment in 2013, it has gained a reputation for providing top-notch grooming services.

The barbershop quickly became known for its skilled stylists and exceptional service, making it a favourite among local residents and professional athletes alike.

It has attracted high-profile clientele — including some of the biggest names in football.

A Hub for footballers

A Star Barbers has established itself as a go-to destination for footballers, particularly those associated with Chelsea due to its proximity to the club’s Cobham Training Centre.

Alsanawi cut so many Blues players hair that he earned the nickname “Chelsea’s official barber”.

The shop’s reputation has grown significantly over the years, thanks to Alsanawi’s talent and ability to connect with his clients.

Many players trust him not just for haircuts — but also for styling advice.

High-profile clients

Jack Grealish

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Jack Grealish was filmed getting his hair styled at the hairdressers in October 2024.

A TikTok clip shared by A Star Barbers shows the star having dye applied, before blonde highlights are unveiled and his hair is blow-dried.

Grealish has been a regular client, with Alsanawi regularly maintaining his signature style.

In May 2022, he also visited for a trim before Manchester City’s Premier League title celebrations.

The playmaker also visited in February of the same year, subsequently sharing a video of the barber shaving his hair, showcasing their close relationship.

Romeo Beckham

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In October 2022, David Beckham’s son Romeo visited A Star Barbers for a haircut.

A clip of the Inter Miami forward was posted on social media after he had his trim completed.

The barbers’ Instagram account added the caption: “Nice to meet you bro ✌️ @romeobeckham.”

Paul Pogba

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Paul Pogba is a long-time client of Alsanawi.

The Juventus man stopped by in September 2022 for a new look shocked his former Man U teammate Jesse Lingard.

Pogba shared a clip of his haircut on Instagram alongside the caption: “No limit for the new look yeassirr! 🙌🏾🔥.”

After A-Star was finished, Pogba jokingly put him in a headlock and gave him a noogie — the barber didn’t look too pleased.

Lingard replied in the comments to poke fun at the ex-United star, joking that Pogba was a bully.

He said: “Shock A-Star getting bullied again! Fresh trip PP.”

In June 2022, Alsanawi gave Pogba a haircut just before his transfer from Manchester United to Juventus, hinting at the move on social media.

He also visited the shop in May 2022 for a fresh cut, and there have been reports of Pogba being a client since 2017.

The midfielder has even been known to fly Alsanawi to various locations for trims, including to the French national team’s training camp before the 2018 World Cup.

Eden Hazard

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In November 2022, Alsanawi posted a video of himself flying to Madrid to give Hazard a haircut.

This wasn’t the first time Alsanawi had travelled for Hazard.

In April 2021, during the coronavirus pandemic, he flew to Spain to cut Hazard’s hair.

This move unsurprisingly caused some controversy due to travel restrictions.

Other notable clients

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Other superstars of the footballing world to visit A Star barbers include:

Expansion of A Star Barbers

As A Star Barbers gained popularity among professional athletes, Alsanawi decided to expand his business.

He opened additional locations while maintaining the same level of quality service that made the original shop successful.

The brand now includes multiple outlets catering to a wider clientele while still being closely connected to the world of professional football.

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Innovative product range

In addition to providing exceptional grooming services, Alsanawi launched a line of haircare products called Fini by A-Star”in May 2018.

These products are designed specifically for men and feature unique formulations.

This expansion into product development showcases Alsanawi’s commitment to enhancing men’s grooming experiences beyond just haircuts.

Social media presence

Alsanawi’s work extends beyond the barbershop — he has cultivated a significant social media, where he shares photos of his work and interactions with high-profile clients.

His Instagram account often features images of footballers sporting fresh cuts, giving fans an inside look at their favourite players’ grooming routines.

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As of October 11, 2024, Alsanawi’s account @astarbarbers has over a million followers.

Chelsea ban

In 2017, there were reports that Chelsea had banned Alsanawi from their training ground due to his frequent posting of selfies with players on social media.

However, this setback didn’t deter Alsanawi, who continued to build his brand and clientele beyond Chelsea.

One of Alsanawi’s proudest achievements was working with the French national team at the 2018 World Cup finals and receiving a shout-out from the players after their victory.

He also served as the England team’s on-hand barber in Qatar for the 2022 World Cup.

The future

Alsanawi hopes to expand the brand globally, with a chain of A Star Barbers located all around the world.

He continues to work on growing his product line and maintaining his status as one of the most sought-after barbers in the world of sport.