Lionel Richie set for tour with Mariah Carey after injury

Lionel Richie is has recovered from a knee injury and is ready to hit the road with Mariah Cary.

His All the Hits North American tour had to be postponed after his accident in March.

Richie and Carey are joining forces for the first time on tour, kicking off on 21 July in Oakland, California.

"I must tell you, I was so happy when she [Carey] said yes. My next thing was, 'Really?' It's going to be one of those evenings where you are going to just... it's going to be pretty fun," the All Night Long singer said.

Richie was coy when asked if he and Carey would duet on the tour - and if so, which song they would choose.

"I heard a rumour about that, but I can't reveal these kinds of things. There's a rumour going round, but I won't say a word," he said.