Mick Taylor, who was a member of the group from 1969-74, is set to perform with them as a special guest throughout the tour.

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Also receiving a warm welcome was guitarist Mick Taylor, who reunited with his former band mates for "Midnight Rambler, " a song he regularly performed during his tenure with the Stones from 1969 to 1974.

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Froch defends his title against American Taylor on Saturday with his promoter Mick Hennessy securing a late deal with ITV to broadcast the fight.

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