Is this the most inaccessible World Cup ever? Was Steve Clark unprofessional? Who will Ben Shalom sue? 

We discuss the controversy surrounding Somali referee Omar Artan being denied entry to the United States despite being selected to officiate at the tournament, and debate whether Scotland boss Steve Clarke acted unprofessionally by cancelling a training-ground friendly ahead of the competition.

Plus, Wisden editor Lawrence Booth joins us to discuss whether Ben Stokes could face pressure as England captain following his nightclub incident. 

We also speak to BOXXER CEO Ben Shalom about Troy Williamson vs Callum Simpson II and the prospect of Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury, before Lerrone Richards and trainer Dave Coldwell give their verdict on Richards' controversial defeat to Albert Ramirez!

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• Hosts: Adam Catterall & Simon Jordan
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