The Big Fish Off

Team captains Ali Hamidi and Dean Macey are joined by heavyweight boxer Tony ‘the bomber' Bellew and his boxing coach, Dave Coldwell – it's a case of master versus the apprentice. Both have never fished before in their lives – so this is angling entertainment at its best, as the lads learn the ropes over three tough challenges. The teams head to a tranquil fishery in West Sussex for this week's explosive first round one of three, which is a high octane match for crucian carp. Ali is teamed with Tony Bellew, and Dave Coldwell is with Deano. Crucians have a reputation for being hard to catch, and to stand a chance of winning the challenge, the teams will have to get their tactics spot on. Both guests do manage to lose their angling virginity, but who will come out on top at this early stage of the fight? Round two sees them head to Surrey to go toe-to-toe for tench and golden orfe, where the biggest total weight will win it. The fishing is slow, so there is plenty of time for fun and games, including wind-ups and maggot munching – but who has the stomach to win this one?