Boxing champion Joe Calzaghe has reportedly signed up for this year’s Strictly Come Dancing.

The light-heavyweight champion from Newbridge is said to be partnered with Siberian ballroom professional Kristina Rihanoff .

Calzaghe’s father Enzo, yesterday told Walesonline: “I know about it, of course I know about it.”

His uncle Uccio said: “He should be good, his grandad was a really good dancer. He used to do tangos and things like that so it is in his blood. Good boxers are light on their feet.”

“I think he’ll do very well,” he said. “Like anything Joe has tackled in his life he has always wanted to be the best and come out best. He will put his heart into it 100%.

“He is taking it very seriously. As far as I know he is keeping fit in the gym and is really looking forward to it. He’s really excited.”