Snooker legend Steve Davis has reportedly decided to be a contestant for the new series of ITV reality television show I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out Of Here!.

The 56-year-old, who was handed an OBE in 2001, has a record of winning both the World Championships and UK Championships six times.

While his position in the Australian jungle has not yet been confirmed, it is understood that he is "excited" about taking on the challenge, according to The Sun.

Davis, who is nicknamed 'Interesting', also splits his time on commentating duties for the BBC.