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Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois Review | #63
23 Sep 2024
02:04:00
The Boxing Show return as Rob Tebbutt, Barry Jones and Andy Clarke review Daniel Dubois' stunning fifth round knockout win over Anthony Joshua.
Elsewhere, we look at the rest of the action from the Joshua vs Dubois and ask what comes next for Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois?
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Lennox Lewis Breaks Down Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois
18 Sep 2024
00:09:55
Lennox Lewis Breaks Down Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois
Lennox Lewis spoke to Boxing News' Rob Tebbutt ahead of Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois at Wembley Stadium.
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Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois Preview | #62
18 Sep 2024
01:26:42
The Boxing Show returns as Boxing News' Rob Tebbutt is joined by Barry Jones and Andy Clarke as they look ahead to Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois this Saturday from Wembley Stadium.
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The Boxing Show returns as Rob Tebbutt, Barry Jones and Andy Clarke review Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez's unanimous decision win over Edgar Berlanga in Las Vegas.
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The Boxing Show returns as Boxing News' Rob Tebbutt is joined by former WBO super-featherweight champion Barry Jones and Sky Sports' Andy Clarke as they look ahead to Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez vs Edgar Berlanga this weekend in Las Vegas.
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Crawford vs Madrimov Full Card Review & Team GB Olympics Review | #59
06 Aug 2024
01:47:06
Crawford vs Madrimov Full Card Review & Team GB Olympics Review | #59
The Boxing Show is back as guest host Dec Taylor joins the usual duo of Barry Jones and Andy Clarke to review the weekend's Riyadh Season supercard headlined by Terence Crawford vs Israil Madrimov in Los Angeles, USA.
The trio breakdown Crawford's debut performance at super-welterweight, Jared Anderson's stoppage loss to Martin Bakole, Andy Ruiz Jr's lacklustre return against Jarrell Miller and Isaac Cruz's shock defeat to Jose Valenzuela.
They conclude by assessing Team GB's performance at the 2024 Paris Olympics and ponder whether boxing will be present at the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles.
All that and more on this week's edition of the award-winning Combat Sports Podcast 'The Boxing Show'...
Chisora vs Joyce Review
30 Jul 2024
00:52:30
The Boxing Show returns as Boxing News' Rob Tebbutt and Sky Sports Boxing's Andy Clarke review Derek Chisora's upset win over Joe Joyce.
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The Boxing Show returns as Boxing News' Rob Tebbutt is joined by Barry Jones and Andy Clarke as we review Nathan Heaney's rematch with Brad Pauls, Junto Nakatani's return against Vincent Astrolabio and look ahead to Joe Joyce vs Derek Chisora.
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Denny vs Cash Review & Estrada vs Bam Preview | #56
25 Jun 2024
02:10:16
Denny vs Cash Review & Estrada vs Bam Preview | #56
Boxing News' Rob Tebbutt is joined by Barry Jones and Andy Clarke for a brand new episode of The Boxing Show
Billam-Smith vs Riakporhe & Davis vs Martin Review | #55
18 Jun 2024
01:30:31
Billam-Smith vs Riakporhe & Davis vs Martin Review | #55
The Boxing Show returns as Boxing News' Rob Tebbutt and Sky Sports Boxing's Andy Clarke review a packed weekend of action on both sides of The Atlantic.
We look back at Chris Billam-Smith's revenge win over Richard Riakporhe, run through the Selhurst Park undercard and then switching our attention stateside to review Gervonta 'Tank' Davis' spectacular eighth round KO win over Frank Martin and Liam Paro's shock unanimous decision win over Subriel Matias in Puerto Rico.
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The Boxing Show returns as Rob Tebbutt, Barry Jones and Andy Clarke review the weekend's Queensberry vs Matchroom 5 vs 5 show from Saudi Arabia.
We review Deontay Wilder's devastating stoppage loss to Zhilei Zhang, a night of redemption for Daniel Dubois and Britain's newest world champion Nick Ball's terrific win over Raymond Ford.
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Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk Review | #53
22 May 2024
02:14:32
Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk Review | #53
The Boxing Show return as Boxing News' Rob Tebbutt is joined by former WBO super-featherweight champion Barry Jones and Sky Sports Boxing's Andy Clarke as they review last weekend's epic undisputed heavyweight title bout between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
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Join your host Rob Tebbutt for an action-packed weekly show as Rob is joined by former WBO Super-Featherweight world champion Barry Jones and top boxing commentator Andy Clarke. Every Monday the guys get together to review and preview all the biggest fights and to delve into all the latest boxing news.
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END OF AN ERA
24 Apr 2024
01:11:46
THIS week, Matt Christie announced he was leaving Boxing News which left some of you wondering what was to become of The Opening Bell. Matt and Alex Steedman - aka Steedo - explain all.
There’s plenty of time to look back on the stunning display from Ryan Garcia as he dropped Devin Haney three times to win on the cards. Even by boxing’s barmy standards, this is some story.
In This Week we relive the moment when Lennox Lewis switched off and Hasim Rahman became one of the unlikeliest heavyweight champions in history.
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Has Ryan Garcia been playing us all along?
18 Apr 2024
01:04:12
IT’S fight week in Brooklyn, New York. But something doesn’t feel quite right about it. Ryan Garcia, after months of madness on social media, is heading into the ring with Devin Haney, a fighter widely regarded as one of the best on the planet. What could possibly go wrong?
The exceptionally matched ‘5 v 5’ concept is discussed in detail as Team Hearn and Team Warren reveal their starting line-ups for the June 1 Artur Beterbiev-Dmitry Bivol undercard.
Zelfa Barrett got the job done against Jordan Gill, showing flashes of brilliance along the way, yet there’s still a sense he has higher gears to find.
Finally, in This Week, we go back to 1984 and a Milton McCrory masterclass that is frankly impossible not to compare to the very best of Thomas Hearns.
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Scoring woes/Usyk-Fury undercard/Barrett-Gill/Julian Jackson
11 Apr 2024
01:01:32
DID Richardson Hitchins get lucky in Las Vegas last week? Certainly, one judge turned in a score that was unfathomable which again begs the question: What was the judge watching?
In turn, one is left to ponder the various vantage points when watching a fight. Whether from the ring apron, amongst the crowd or at home on TV.
We pay tribute to John Westgarth, look ahead to a quality main event in Manchester between Jordan Gill and Zelfa Barrett and - in This Week - look back on the outlandish power of Julian Jackson.
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WARDLEY vs CLARKE, WOW!
03 Apr 2024
01:11:48
BOXING fans were handed a treat far better than any chocolate egg or succulent portion of roast lamb on Easter Sunday when Frazer Clarke and Fabio Wardley turned in a heavyweight humdinger of the ages.
Quite how long it will take the two boxers to recover, after such heroic efforts, is another matter. We examine the fight in detail, ponder how on earth they did it, while looking ahead to the inevitable rematch.
In This Week, we go back to 2009 and one of the last fights of Edwin Valero’s life while reflecting on his legacy, death and, of course, what might have been.
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Conor Benn uncleared/Wardley-Clarke preview
27 Mar 2024
01:11:32
WE react to news that Conor Benn’s provisional suspension might be reimposed following the successful BBBoC and UKAD appeal, discuss Dalton Smith’s impressive demolition of Jose Zepeda and attempt to work out what will happen when Frazer Clarke challenges Fabio Wardley.
There’s also a sighting of new British champion Ashley Lane in Nando’s to discuss and a bombastic showing from Earnie Shavers, in 1979, to remember.
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Suited, booted and bruised at the BBBoC Awards
20 Mar 2024
01:02:40
BARELY 12 hours had passed from his rousing draw with Brad Pauls in Birmingham when British middleweight champion Nathan Heaney rocked up at the annual BBBoC Awards in London.
We pay tribute to both boxers for their recent classic while reviewing a heartwarming event in the capital. It all provided a timely reminder about the incomparable beauty of a well-matched domestic title fight and the difference some old fashioned respect makes.
We look ahead to Dalton Smith’s supposed acid test against Jose Zepeda and, in This Week, journey back to 2006 for one of the greatest fights you may not have seen.
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Joshua obliterates Ngannou; Jake Paul v Mike Tyson
13 Mar 2024
01:03:50
AFTER Anthony Joshua blasted out a woefully overmatched Francis Ngannou in two rounds, the big question is: Will that put an end to crossover boxing?
Whether it does or not, it seems we’ve still got to endure Mike Tyson trying to negotiate a 31-year disadvantage against Jake Paul. In comparison to all of that, Canelo Alvarez-Jaime Munguia looks like the fight of the century.
In This Week, we uncover a genuinely competitive fight as we go back to 1989 and Evander Holyfield vs Micheal Dokes.
THIS weekend Anthony Joshua - arguably the most accomplished heavyweight of his era - takes on one-fight novice Francis Ngannou. A mismatch on paper but, according to plenty of seasoned observers, it’s a fight loaded with jeopardy for AJ.
The undercard in Saudi Arabia is a cracker, featuring Zhilei Zhang-Joseph Parker, Rey Vargas-Nick Ball and more. As well as examining that card in detail, we look back on the heroics of Ray Ford and the concerning behaviour of Ryan Garcia.
In another week an interview with Jeff Fenech, who explains why ‘banging five girls a day’ wasn’t ideal preparation for Azumah Nelson, might have been the hook. But This Week, it’s merely the icing on the cake.
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The astonishing survival of Paul Spadafora
28 Feb 2024
01:24:36
IN a week dominated by endless speculation about who Canelo Alvarez will fight next, we talk to a world champion with a real story to tell.
Paul Spadafora started life being forced to deal with child abuse, alcohol abuse, drug addiction and death in the family. He survived being shot as a teenager and went on to become one of the best boxers of his era. But success would only lead to even more trouble.
We also hear about his time as world champion, toying with Floyd Mayweather in sparring, going to prison after shooting his girlfriend, his road to redemption and his daily battle with addiction. Now a dedicated trainer, Spadafora’s story is like no other.
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Taylor-Catterall II and a peak Lloyd Honeyghan
21 Feb 2024
01:13:12
THE long overdue return between Josh Taylor and Jack Catterall was formally announced this week at not one but two press conferences. We explore the psychological battle that is already well under way - and the notion of hatred being used to sell a fight.
We look ahead to a busy, but not particularly headline-grabbing weekend, explore some enticing domestic clashes on the calendar and reiterate the importance of well-matched fights following an upswing in quality at small hall level.
There’s a treat in This Week as we go back to 1987 and the night Lloyd Honeyghan rocketed at, and through, Johnny Bumphus.
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Is Hamza Sheeraz heading for superstardom?
15 Feb 2024
01:16:28
IN the latest Opening Bell, both Alex Steedman and Matt Christie find it hard not to be impressed by Hamza Sheeraz's stunning blitzing of Liam Williams last weekend. However, there are notes of caution about getting too carried away.
The importance of the British title is up for discussion, so too that moral dilemma surrounding the Saudi Arabia takeover.
In This Week, we go back to 1970 and a bout for the essentially vacant world heavyweight title between a peak 'Smokin' Joe Frazier and Jimmy Ellis.
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Fury-Usyk: The most recent cut is the deepest
07 Feb 2024
01:07:23
TYSON FURY suffered a cut last week that almost sent the boxing world into meltdown. Fear not, his date with Oleksandr Usyk has been rescheduled for May 18. But do concerns surrounding Fury have any substance?
We look back on Joshua Buatsi’s victory over Dan Azeez and review the latest chapter of the Conor Benn story.
And in This Week, we go back to 1990 to relive the most stunning upset of them all: Buster Douglas KO 10 Mike Tyson.
Buatsi-Azeez; Munguia-Ryder; Salvador Sanchez
31 Jan 2024
00:59:16
ON THE anniversary of one of the greatest coronations in boxing history, Joshua Buatsi and Dan Azeez prepare to do battle at light-heavyweight and the career of John Ryder is in the balance after his bruising loss to Jaime Munguia.
This Week in 1980 the man with the magic fists, feet and follicles - the only and only Salvador Sanchez - entered the highest of stages and wowed the world.
Back here in the present day, Azeez and Buatsi are gearing up for a world title eliminator with all the ingredients of an old school domestic ding-dong. But who wins?
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Was Jonas-Mayer really that controversial?
24 Jan 2024
01:08:11
FOR some, the Natasha Jonas-Mikaela Mayer was a ‘robbery’. For others, it was fair enough. This week we wonder if controversy is a consequence of the current scoring system, or merely a symptom of the social media age.
We also look ahead to John Ryder taking on Jaime Munguia this weekend, as well as the bill in Belfast.
This Week goes back to 1976 and a slugfest of the ages: George Foreman vs Ron Lyle.
Beastly Beterbiev!
17 Jan 2024
01:29:45
IF there were any question marks about Artur Beterbiev’s future in the sport at the age of 38, they were removed with a beastly bludgeoning of Callum Smith. That contest, and the ‘atypical’ fight week, are reviewed in-depth.
We look ahead to the Natasha Jonas-Mikaela Mayer bill in Liverpool, cast an eye over the WBC’s latest ruling on failed tests, and reflect on the burgeoning friendship between Frank and Eddie.
In This Week, we head back to 1973 and George Foreman wrecking the heavyweight reign of Smokin Joe Frazier.
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Joshua v Ngannou; Beterbiev v Smith; Tyson v Botha
12 Jan 2024
01:31:00
WHAT a start to the year. Anthony Joshua and Francis Ngannou are readying for a scrap, Callum Smith is coming off a 16-month layoff to challenge Artur Beterbiev and Tony Weeks is the centre of attention.
The heavyweight landscape has been fuel-injected by Saudi riches but what to make of Joshua taking on a fighter with a record that reads 0-1? Without question, Beterbiev’s 19-0 (19) stats are significantly more impressive. But is Smith catching him at the right time?
Meanwhile, there was a disturbing social media post from Weeks following an early stoppage in Las Vegas. And in the same city, 25 years ago, Mike Tyson tried to snap Frans Botha’s arm in half before taking aim at his head.
We also hear from Dave Harris of Ringside Charitable Trust, who reveals a major promoter has - at last - come forward to offer their support.
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The Best (and worst) of Boxing in 2023
01 Jan 2024
01:41:52
2023 was another eventful year in boxing and this final episode brings together some of the big stories and interviews featured on the pod. Anthony Joshua was in reflective mood when discussing the final stage of his career, Victor Conte pulled no punches at all in challenging boxing's dopers and cheaters while Timothy Bradley gave a riveting insight into his punishing fight with Ruslan Provodnikov.
The boxing year started with Liam Smith stunning Chris Eubank Jnr, a result and performance upstaged only by the surprising efforts of Francis Ngannou against Tyson Fury later in the year. Matt Christie's reaction to that is worth another listen.
The year closed with the heavyweights taking centre stage on an extravagant bill in Saudi where Joe Parker got the career win he craved, Daniel Dubois earned the redemption he needed and Anthony Joshua produced the spectacular finish he most wanted.
Reborn! Joshua, Parker and Dubois win big in Saudi
24 Dec 2023
00:55:11
ON a dramatic night in Saudi Arabia, Anthony Joshua looked terrific while stopping Otto Wallin, Joseph Parker outhustled a listless Deontay Wilder and Daniel Dubois thumped Jarrell Miller into submission.
Joshua’s partnership with Ben Davison got off to a flying start but the matchup with Wilder - who barely landed a single blow - could now be gone forever. We closely examine the performance of Dubois, too.
There was another upset, crafted by Agit Kabayel alongside more predictable wins for Dmitry Bivol, Filip Hrgovic and Jai Opetaia.
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One of Joshua or Wilder is bound to lose!
20 Dec 2023
01:08:58
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NORMALLY, on December 21, the boxing world is blind drunk and counting down the days to Christmas. Not this year! No sir-eeee.
The Opening Bell towers is awash with activity, starting with the exquisite battle between Bam Rodriguez and Sunny Edwards, before we rock around the Christmas tree in anticipation of this weekend’s bumper card in Saudi Arabia. Atop which is genuine jeopardy for both Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder. Will they both win?
Finally, we go back to 1963 and relive the moment when Emile Griffith really should have known better than to stand in the face of Rubin ‘Hurricane’ Carter.
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Froch-Groves: The Punch From The Gods (Episode IV)
14 Dec 2023
01:13:16
The final instalment of a four-part audio documentary about the unforgettable, career-defining rivalry between Carl Froch and George Groves. Both fighters, their trainers Rob McCracken and Paddy Fitzpatrick, and their promoter Eddie Hearn, revisit the way the eyes of the nation were on their iconic rematch at Wembley Stadium, the rematch itself, and exactly where its outcome left both fighters.
Interviews were conducted, and the script written, by Declan Warrington. Darren Rees produced, and Alex Steedman narrated.
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Is Devin Haney destined for the Hall of Fame?
14 Dec 2023
01:10:42
WHAT a week for Devin Haney, Chris Billam-Smith, Ricky Hatton and Jane Couch. One wowed San Francisco, another lit up Bournemouth while two are set for Canastota in 2024.
We ponder what’s next for Haney following his punch perfect victory over Regis Prograis, review the performance of CBS and wonder what it takes to be inducted into the Hall of Fame.
Looking ahead, there’s a flyweight showdown to savour this weekend when Sunny Edwards battles Bam Rodriguez in a genuine 50/50 - but who’s our money on?
It was a week when Amazon Prime confirmed their involvement in boxing in 2024 and a week that celebrated the 41st anniversary of one of the most violent and thrilling 15-rounders of them all - Bobby Chacon v Rafael ‘Bazooka’ Limon IV.
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Froch-Groves: The Fight Before The Fight (Episode III)
07 Dec 2023
01:00:56
The third instalment of a four-part audio documentary about the unforgettable, career-defining rivalry between Carl Froch and George Groves. Both fighters, their trainers Rob McCracken and Paddy Fitzpatrick, and their promoter Eddie Hearn, recount the aftermath to their thrilling first fight, Groves’ determination to force a rematch, and the changing dynamics of their rivalry during the build-up to the date at Wembley Stadium that captivated the UK.
Interviews were conducted, and the script written, by Declan Warrington. Darren Rees produced, and Alex Steedman narrated.
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Will Chris Eubank Jr fight Conor Benn?
07 Dec 2023
01:11:22
THE hero of the last week was unquestionably Jordan Gill, thanks to both his performance against Michael Conlan and his incredible post-fight address. But one of the biggest stories of the week, yet again, was the latest chapter of the Chris Eubank and Conor Benn, will-they-won’t-they saga.
Ryan Garcia was another in the news, for his actions before and during his comeback bout with Oscar Duarte. And Garcia’s former amateur rival Devin Haney is also up for discussion, ahead of his enticing showdown with Regis Prograis at super-lightweight.
We also look ahead to Chris Billam-Smith’s maiden cruiserweight defence and, in a special This Week, where an organ is almost as memorable as any punches thrown, we go back to 1975 and battle between Danny Lopez and Ruben Olivares.
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Froch-Groves: The First Right Hand (Episode II)
30 Nov 2023
01:12:04
The second instalment of a four-part documentary about the unforgettable, career-defining rivalry between Carl Froch and George Groves. Both fighters, their trainers Rob McCracken and Paddy Fitzpatrick, and their promoter Eddie Hearn, revisit the endlessly entertaining and divisive first fight that made their similarly iconic rematch so inevitable.
Interviews were conducted, and the script written, by Declan Warrington. Darren Rees produced, and Alex Steedman narrated.
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What do we want? Canelo-Benavidez!
29 Nov 2023
01:08:38
David Benavidez turned in a career best performance last weekend, forcing Demetrius Andrade to retire. It left many fans calling for only one rival for Benavidez next, and that’s Canelo Alvarez.
Katie Taylor was in majestic form too as she gained revenge over Chantelle Cameron but should that first round ‘knockdown’ have been called?
There’s a rather indifferent reaction to news that Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr are planning to fight on February 3, whereas a busy weekend ahead is previewed.
And in This Week, we go back to some vintage form from Matthew Saad Muhammad in which he scored a highlight reel KO.
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Froch-Groves: Genesis (Episode I)
23 Nov 2023
00:56:14
The first of a four-part audio documentary about the unforgettable, career-defining rivalry between Carl Froch and George Groves. Both fighters, their trainers Rob McCracken and Paddy Fitzpatrick, and their promoter Eddie Hearn, revisit the origins and evolution of a rivalry that shaped British boxing both then and in the years to come.
Interviews were conducted, and the script written, by Declan Warrington. Darren Rees produced, and Alex Steedman narrated.
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Froch v Groves: The Definitive Story, 10pm, 23-11-23.
23 Nov 2023
00:01:11
A four-part audio documentary revisiting, in vivid detail, the unforgettable rivalry between Carl Froch and George Groves, as told by both fighters, their trainers Rob McCracken and Paddy Fitzpatrick, and their promoter Eddie Hearn.
10pm, 23-11-23
Does Tyson Fury need a different schtick to beat Usyk with?
22 Nov 2023
01:16:36
TYSON FURY hurled his customary insults at Oleksandr Usyk when their world heavyweight title showdown was confirmed last week. This time, alas, they had no effect whatsoever.
Has the Fury schtick finally outstayed its welcome? Furthermore, at the age of 35 and following a struggle with Francis Ngannou, are Fury’s best days behind him?
We ask the same question about Katie Taylor, ahead of her crucial rematch with Chantelle Cameron.
Nathan Heaney, meanwhile, turned in a superb showing to upset Denzil Bentley and Tyler Denny became European champ.
Finally, in This Week, we go back to 2006 and the final instalment of the Manny Pacquiao-Erik Morales rivalry.
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Joshua and Wilder together at last
15 Nov 2023
01:13:18
EIGHT hours before it was confirmed that Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder will fight on the same bill in Saudi Arabia on December 23, Alex Steedman and Matt Christie examined the entire card and it’s place in boxing world.
The stacked Manchester card is previewed, so too the bids of Adam Azim and Tyler Denny to become European champions, and we look back on Harlem Eubank’s statement win in Brighton.
Best of all, perhaps, is the opportunity to relive a brawl so cinematic it’s scarcely believable that it took place at all, let alone during This Week In History.
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Stranger Things: Boxing heads to Netflix, and the punch that nearly removed a head
08 Nov 2023
01:02:00
THINGS change fast in boxing. One minute you’re watching your beloved sport on ITV, along with 20 million other people, and the next you’re subscribing to sport-only channels to get your fix while begrudging the extra cost for box office events. And very soon, we’re led to believe, you’ll be watching on Netflix in between binging on Stranger Things and Breaking Bad. Is this latest move good for boxing?
We also examine Joe Cordina’s victory in Monte Carlo and wonder if he’s on the brink of a defeat or edging closer to a breakout victory.
And, finally, Derrick Jefferson vs Maurice Harris. Well, if you know, you know. If you don’t, let us take you back to This Week in 1999 for one of the most stunning of all punches that abruptly concluded one of the most action-packed fights the heavyweight division has ever seen. ‘We love you Derrick Jefferson!’
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Fury-Usyk WILL happen in 2023 and what's next for Ngannou...
01 Nov 2023
01:17:43
THOUGH it appeared that Francis Ngannou had thrown a spanner the size of Saudi Arabia into the works on Saturday night, we've been reliably informed that Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk will fight early next year. We delve deeper into the aftershock of Fury-Ngannou, the performances of both fighters, the reasons behind those performances, what they mean for Usyk's chances and speculate on the African returning to a prize ring sooner than you may think.
We also review Amanda Serrano winning a bout over 12-three-minute rounds and the implications of that longer duration for the female code moving forward. There was a blazing Round of the Year contender to admire, too.
And we take you back to 1995 and the bruising finale to one of boxing history's most exciting heavyweight rivalries - Riddick Bowe-Evander Holyfield III.
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Fury-Ngannou: What the f**k happened there?!!
29 Oct 2023
00:42:46
IN a special reaction podcast, Alex Steedman and Matt Christie share their genuine astonishment after Francis Ngannou almost beat Tyson Fury in Saudi Arabia.
How on earth did that happen?
Strap yourselves in for 40 minutes of chat between two boxing experts who clearly know nothing whatsoever about boxing.
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Will Francis Ngannou obliterate Tyson Fury?
25 Oct 2023
01:14:23
FEAR not, we’re not about to insult your intelligence and make a case for Francis Ngannou to do the literal impossible when he takes on Tyson Fury. But this whole affair does raise some very interesting questions that we attempt to answer.
Those questions begin with the British Boxing Board of Control’s involvement with the show - particularly with the ongoing Conor Benn saga taking a new twist in the last week.
The highlights of last weekend - like the performances of Jack Catterall and Isaac Chamberlain - are under review and the introduction of 12-three-minute rounds for female boxing is debated.
Finally, we look back on a historic night from This Week in 1970 when Muhammad Ali emerged from his hiatus to take on Jerry Quarry.
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As Showtime waves goodbye, Eubank v Benn re-enters the fray
18 Oct 2023
01:09:45
WHAT happens on a press day when the cover story - Buatsi v Azeez - is cancelled mere hours before deadline? Does Showtime’s exit from boxing speak of a wider problem? And how are we supposed to react to news that Conor Benn v Chris Eubank Jr is all but a done deal?
Alongside attempting to answer those questions we examine the middleweight landscape following Qazak Style’s latest destruction job and cast our eyes over Tim Tszyu’s relentless rise.
And in This Week In History, we revisit an archetypal domestic battle - with a dramatic ending - staged inside York Hall with some famous faces in attendance.
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Leigh Wood’s latest miracle
11 Oct 2023
01:12:53
LEIGH WOOD produced another sensational finish to break the heart of Josh Warrington after a stirring battle that exceeded our high expectations.
The sudden finish and its implications are discussed alongside the performance of the referee and the potential futures of both fighters. So too the beauty of the 50/50 domestic showdown.
We look ahead to the weekend’s action and go back to 1967 as we tell the story of the third fight between two featherweight legends, Vincente Saldivar and Howard Winstone.
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