Tinchy Stryder to support Cheryl Cole on tour

Tinchy Stryder has been announced as a support act for Cheryl Cole's upcoming tour.

Cheryl will embark on her first arena tour in October, taking in nine shows across eight cities.

Tinchy Stryder rides a BMX bike

Cheryl Cole performs during Capital FM's Summertime Ball at Wembley Stadium, London. Dating backing dancer.

Stryder recently unveiled his new single 'Help Me', to be released on September 16. It will be included on his upcoming album End of Life on Earth.

Wretch 32 has confirmed that he will be making some form of a guest appearance during the tour.

will.i.am has also been rumoured to feature as a guest performer.

Stryder admitted that he had a huge crush on Cheryl Cole back in July 2011.

The rapper recently spoke to Digital Spy about his upcoming new album, BMXing and Dappy.

The tour dates are as follows:

  • October 3 - Odyssey Arena, Belfast
  • Octo! ber 4 - O2, Dublin
  • October 6 - Capital FM Arena, Nottingham
  • October 7 - O2, London
  • October 9 - Motorpoint Arena, Sheffield
  • October 11 - Echo Arena, Liverpool
  • October 12 - LG Arena, Birmingham
  • October 13 - Manchester Arena
  • October 15 - SECC, Glasgow
  • October 16 - Metro Radio Arena, Newcastle
  • October 17 - Metro Radio Arena, Newcastle