Stand-up comic impresses viewers
Strictly bosses are reportedly in a quandary as Chris McCausland emerges as a favorite to win the BBC show. The blind stand-up comic has captured the hearts of viewers with his performances in the 2024 series alongside pro partner Dianne Buswell.
Clash with live tour dates
Chris, currently the bookies' favorite to clinch the glitterball trophy, is facing a scheduling conflict. His stand-up tour coincides with the 2025 Strictly Live Tour, posing a dilemma for the show's producers. Traditionally, the winner of Strictly participates in the annual live tour, but Chris's commitments may prevent his involvement this time.
Bookies favor Chris
With odds of 4/9, Chris McCausland is leading the betting charts, followed by Tasha Ghouri at 4/1. Despite his strong position, Chris's packed schedule could potentially impact his ability to join the live tour following the show's finale.
Tour details and future prospects
The Strictly Tour 2025 is scheduled to kick off in Birmingham on January 17 and travel to various cities before concluding at London's O2 Arena on February 9. Meanwhile, Chris's stand-up tour, Yonks!, commences on the same date in Walsall and runs until June, creating a clash of dates that may prevent his participation in the live tour.
Competition heats up
As the competition intensifies, Chris and Dianne continue to impress the judges and secure their spot in Halloween Week. However, former footballer Paul Merson and his partner Karen Hauer were the latest couple to be voted off the show, adding to the drama of this season.
Strictly Come Dancing airs on BBC One and is available for streaming on BBC iPlayer.
