Ananova:

Cheryl Cole won't be performing her single live on this weekend's X Factor show after all.

The Girls Aloud star's performance of Fight For This Love will now be recorded on the day in front of an audience of just 800, instead of live for 14 million viewers.

She was scheduled to sing prior to Whitney Houston belting out her new hit on the show.

X Factor chiefs have defended Cheryl's choice and claim she wouldn't have time to go from her seat on the judging panel to the stage so had to pre-record the slot.

Speaking about the performance Cheryl admitted she's terrified.

She revealed: "The nerves started weeks ago. It's really here and happening. I love performing but I've sat for weeks judging people and now I'm putting myself out there to be judged."

So, does Cheryl have the X Factor? We'll have to wait until Sunday night to find out!