Pound for Pound Boxing Podcast

Legendary promoter Frank Warren joins the pod this week to discuss how his promotion has a hold on the heavyweight scene! He spills the beans on how Tyson Fury v Francis Ngannou came about and why it will be such a spectical beyond boxing!

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Former World Champion Anthony Crolla joins the pod this week. sharing his life story, his thoughts on current boxing and his great work with charity and amatuers that continues in the sport.

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The youngest ring announcer on the planet joins the pod this week. American Kody 'Big Mo' Mommaerts reveals all on playing college football to making the transition to entertainment and now announcing HUGE fights all in the space of a year.

Also hear how Jake escaped death when he sailed to close to the sun!

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Acting Royalty Ray Winstone joins the pod this week and tells his story. An east end boy who was scared of the dark that ended up being one of the most recognisable faces on the planet. Hear his life story from boxing as a kid, getting kicked out of drama school and landing his big break in Scum on the same day, and how he overcame his fear of the dark.

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Do security guards make good fighters? This one did!

Frazer Clarke who worked his way up through the amateur ranks, moving through the Team GB setup all the way to Tokyo 2020 where he won a Bronze medal, continuing onto the pro game where he sits with a perfect record so far, once used to earn extra cash as a security guard at the very events he now boxes at. Listen to his story of grit and determination that took him from the shadows into the limelight.

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Have you heard of professional boxer Razor Ali? You won't forget him after hearing his tragic story of struggle and hardship that led him to the UK from Iran and into professional boxing. Razor suffered unimaginable pain in his younger years when most would have given up. Hear how boxing saved his life! A truly incredible story.

The lads also chew the fat and relfect on the Boxing landscape at the moment.

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The Lads are Back after a long hiatus! Back with an episode on the road at the home of British Boxing, York Hall. They float around and grab people at a weigh-in. Guests include Olympian Frazer Clarke who takes on Maruis Wach tomorrow, Caroline Dubois who continues her journey to World Titles with her toughest fight to date, Promoter Ben Shalom who reflects on his journey as a promoter and Anees Taj who is preparign for his rematch against Viddal Riley. Also Jake gives his exclusive reaction to rumours he will return to EastEnders! Listen now!

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This week the lads are joined by Commonwealth Gold medallist Delicious Orie. The Super Heavyweight. Born in Moscow to a Nigerian father and Russian mother, moved to the UK with his family for a better life and found it. Listen to how he started boxing late, has had success and has now been tipped for gold in the Paris Olympics 2024.

Delicious is also an ambassador for Maverick Stars Trust, where he is involved with community projects that help disadvantaged children through boxing.

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This week Jack Catterall & Jamie Moore join the lads to discuss the latest with Catterall's long awaited rematch with Josh Taylor. The ups and downs of the past 12 months after a controversial loss in the first fight, and what's on the horizon for the near future.

Jamie Moore also talks about his charity work with Maverick Stars Trust.

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Liam 'Beefy' Smith joins the pod this week ahead of his Box Office showdown with Chris Eubank Jr this Saturday at Manchester Arena. Liam talks mind games, tactics, and preparation as he plans to derail the Eubank train. An honest podcast from an elite fighter, you don't want to miss this episode!

Also bonus guest Charlotte Gilley MBE joins to talk about her charity work with Maverick Stars Trust and being awarded an MBE in the new years honours.

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The lads welcome back the new year with two guests this week. The inspirational story of how Jack Massey has turned the corner on a tragic year and steps up to heavyweight to face Jospeh Parker on January 21.

Legendary boxing personality Nigel Travis also joins the lads to talk about the great work he's been able to do with the support of Maverick Stars Trust.

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This week the lads introduce you to hot middleweight prospect George Mitchell. As Spencer's new signing George is a week out from making his debut on Sky Sports. Having built up a strong following, listen to George's story and how Spencer is getting on in the world of managing fighters. In association with Maverick Stars Trust. Sponsored by Manscaped.

Swedish heavyweight Otto Wallin joins the lads this week to share his inspirational story and how he succeeded in an illegal sport in his home country. Otto is in London for sparring as he awaits a fight date. Listen to how he went up through the amateur ranks and has reached the top level in the professional game, and hear about THAT infamous fight with Tyson Fury. Charlotte Gilley also joins the lads to give an update on the great work her charity Maverick Stars Trust has been doing in recent months. Podcast is brought to you in association with Maverick Stars Trust. Sponsored by Manscaped.

World Champion Chantelle Cameron takes time out of fight week to join the lads and talk about fighting for the Undisputed Super Lightweight World titles in Abu Dhabi this weekend. She breaks down exactly why she's so confident of victory. Brought to you in partnership with Maverick Stars Trust. Sponsored by Manscaped.

This week the lads discuss the boxing landscape and relay funny tales of old involving Mike Tyson.
What's next for Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua, Deontay Wilder, and how women saved boxing last week! In association with Maverick Stars Trust, Sponsored by Manscaped.

Olympic Bronze medallist "Big Fraze" Frazer Clarke joins the pod this week to discuss his journey into professional boxing, from winning a bronze medal in Tokyo to how he's faired so far in the pro's getting to a 3-0 perfect record. The lads also talk about a future match up with Joe Joyce in the pro ranks, and Fraze gives his thoughts on the heavyweight scene. brought to you in association with Maverick Stars Trust, Sponsored by Manscaped.

Chris Eubank Jr joins the podcast this week, just two weeks out from his legacy defining fight against born rival Connor Benn. Chris talks through the physical and mental side of preparing to fight, his first memories of the fights between his father and Connors father, and he gives exclusive insight on the contractual obligations of rehydrating, check weigh-ins and drug testing in the build-up. Brought to you in association with Maverick Stars Trust, a charity passionately committed to changing lives through boxing. Sponsored by Manscaped, use code POUND at checkout for 20% off and free shipping. Leave a review and your social media handle on Apple or Spotify for your chance to win a free crop mop pack!

This week the lads are joined by legendary promoter Frank Warren to discuss the latest in negotiations for the highly anticipated fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua. They also look ahead to a stacked card put together by Frank this weekend in Manchester which see's Joe Joyce take on Jospeh Parker in a final eliminator for the WBO Interim Heavyweight World Title.

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This week the lads reflect on the sad passing of her majesty the queen, recalling the time when Spencer met her, they also talk Fury v AJ, Eubank Jr v Benn, Canelo v GGG 3, and the postponed Boxxer show which was set to be the first all female boxing card in UK history. Brought to you in association with Maverick Stars Trust and Sponsored by Manscaped.

This week Natasha Jonas joins the lads fresh off the back of adding the WBC Super-Welterweight World title to her collection after beating Patricia Berghult in Liverpool. Natasha talks about her journey, her bond with her trainer Joe Gallagher and being a boxing mum. In partnership with Maverick Stars Trust and Sponsored by Manscaped.

This week the lads catch up with new IBO World Champion Sam Eggington, fresh off the back of his win in Coventry where he cruised to victory. Listen to Sam's inspiring story of working hard and reaping the rewards, Brought to you in partnership with Maverick Stars Trust and proudly sponsored by Manscaped.

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This week we're taking you on the road and behind the scenes at a fight week. The lads wonder about where only a AAA pass can take you. They bump into past, present, and future World Champions including, Johnny Nelson, Lauren Price, Karris Artingstall, Chantelle Cameron, Frazer Clarke.

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This week the lads are joined by The Welsh Wizard Joe Cordina just days after his destructive performance in Cardiff which saw him capture the IBF World Super-Feather Title in devastating fashion. Go to Manscaped.com and enter code POUND at checkout to get 20% off & free shipping on all products including the Lawnmower 4.0, Performance package and the Boxers 2.0. Sponsored by manscaped and brought to you in partnership with Maverick Stars Trust, a charity who are changing lives throughout the UK with boxing.

This week Gerry Cooney joins the lads to talk about his career including his legendary bout with Larry Holmes. Cooney's left-hook is described as one of the most powerful punches in boxing history. The Long Island slugger has enjoyed life after boxing and even hosts his own boxing radio show. Brought to you in partnership with Maverick Stars Trust

This week kicks off the legends series and the lads are joined by Larry Holmes, the only man left on the planet to defeat Muhammad Ali, and also the only man to beat him by stoppage. Larry talks about fighting and training with the likes of Ali, Frazier, Cooney and many more on an amazing career where he held world titles for over multiple decades. A bonus guest Charlotte also joins from Maverick stars Trust to talk about the amazing work they are doing in boxing around the UK. Do Not Miss this! In association with Maverick Stars, Sponsored by Manscaped.

This week the lads are joined by young heavyweight prospect Johnny Fisher aka The Romford Bull. Fisher has built up a huge following since his debut in 2021. The former University student graduated with a degree in history at Exeter University before turning his focus to professional boxing, you don’t want to miss this episode BOSH! Brought to you in partnership with Maverick Stars Trust.

This week the lads reflect on the huge win for Tyson Fury, making it to 200 episodes and previewing upcoming boxing. Brought to you in partnership with Maverick Stars Trust.

This week the lads review last weekends boxing and preview the HUGE fight this weekend, Fury v Whyte at Wembley Stadium, Also Spencer tries to track down his bowling ball! Can you help him find it! Brought to you in association with Maverick Stars Trust.

This week the lads are joined by former WBA Lightweight World Champion and the nicest man in boxing Anthony 'Million Dollar' Crolla. Hear him talk about his career, how he's now helping inspire the next generation in the gym, and what he thinks about the current boxing landscape. Proudly sponsored by Maverick Stars Trust.

Legendary boxing trainer Peter Fury joins the lads this week just days after his fighter Savannah Marshall thrilled fans in Newcastle with a spectacular stoppage to retain her world title. Hear Peter talk about his life and boxing. You won’t want to miss this one! Sponsored by Manscaped & Maverick Stars Trust.

Ebanie Bridges made history on Saturday night by claiming the IBF Bantamweight World title defeating Maria Cecilia Roman in Leeds. Ebanie joins the lads this week where she breaks down the fight and talks through her journey coming from a young ring card girl, bodybuilding, teaching maths all on the way to becoming a world champion inside the ring. Have a listen Now! Sponsored by Manscaped.

This week the boys are joined by featherweight World Champion LEIGH WOOD. Coming off the back of a HUGE win defending his WBA title against Michael Conlan in Nottingham, Wood climbed off the canvas early in the fight going on to stop Conlan late in devastating fashion. He reflects on the night and talks about the future. SPONSORED BY MANSCAPED

This week the boys are joined by BEN SHALOM CEO and founder of Boxxer who secured a broadcast deal with Sky Sports in 2021. Since then he has gone on to start 2022 with three massive fight nights, Eubank Jr v Williams, Khan v Brook and Taylor v Catterall. SPONSORED BY MANSCAPED

In light of one of the most controversial decisions in recent times when JOSH TAYLOR won the split decision against JACK CATTERALL for the undisputed Super Lightweight titles we are joined on this weeks show by Jacks trainer JAMIE MOORE to hear his thoughts on the situation. Do not miss this interview!! Sponsored by MANSCAPED

THE BOYS ARE BACK!!!! After an extended winter break Jake & Spencer are joined by 2 time world champion AMIR KHAN direct from his training camp in Colorado ahead of his much anticipated grudge match against Kell Brook on Feb 19th in Manchester. Was it worth the wait? Hell yeah, I think you’ll agree, this is a great interview. Sponsored by MANSCAPED

This week the boys are joined not by one legend but by 2, and at the same time. BRADLEY SKEETE joins us fresh from his controversial bout versus Hamzah Sheeraz at the weekend and then we welcome ex world champion KELL BROOK ahead of his much anticipated fight with Amir Khan scheduled Feb 19th. PODCAST GOLD!! SPONSORED BY MANSCAPED

This could very well be the best episode yet!! The boys break down all the fights from Saturday and are joined by Richard Riakporhe fresh from his 5th round KO over Durodola. From being nearly fatally stabbed at 15 to becoming WBC CRUISERWEIGHT MANDATORY CHALLENGER Richard has an amazing story that needs to be heard to be believed. Truly inspirational. SPONSORED BY MANSCAPED

JAKE & SPENCER DISCUSS ALL THE LATEST NEWS IN THE BOXING WORLD. SPONSORED BY MANSCAPED

WORLD FIRST!!! This week the boys are joined by former Commonwealth Middleweight champion and all round legend of the sport MICHAEL WATSON MBE. This is Michaels first ever appearance on any podcast anywhere and is pure PODCAST GOLD!! SPONSORED BY MANSCAPED 👊🏼💥

Jake & Spencer break down last weeks DAZN fight night headed by CHANTELLE CAMERON v MARY MCGEE and discuss this weeks boxing events. They also look forward to this Saturdays BOXXER SERIES on SKY SPORTS, a one night tournament that pits 8 Super Lightweights against each other in a winner takes all format. They are joined by BEN FIELDS who fights in the tournament Saturday and who tells the boys of his incredible life story, being addicted to crack for 10 years before walking into a boxing gym aged 23 and turning his life around. Could be the best one yet! SPONSORED BY MANSCAPED

This week the boys are joined by WBO middleweight champion Savannah Marshall. Sponsored by MANSCAPED.

Jake & Spencer return after an 8 week break to discuss the current boxing scene. They’re back baby and they’re here to stay! Sponsored by Manscaped!

On this weeks ep we break down all the fights from Fight Camp week 3 including BUATSI fight against the toughest Latvian ever to walk the Earth Bolotniks. We are also joined by decorated amateur and newly turned pro JORDAN REYNOLDS who tells us all about his love of 50s music and his incredible life story!! DO NOT MISS THIS EP, COULD BE THE BEST ONE YET!! SPONSORED BY MANSCAPED 👊🏼💥

This week we are joined on the podcast by Peter Buckley, a pro boxer who fought 300 times and was a 'stepping stone' for world champions such as Naseem Hamed and Duke McKenzie. He has just released his autobiography King of the Journeymen. Best ep yet!! SPONSORED BY MANSCAPED 👊🏼💥

This week we are joined by newly crowned WBA Featherweight World Champion Leigh Wood after his fight against tough champion Xu Can this Saturday night at Eddie Hearns first fight camp with DAZN. Jake joins us from his dressing room at The Noel Coward Theatre ahead of the opening of his play 2:22 A Ghost Story this week and Spencer breaks down all the fights and eventually goes on to reveal a lifelong love of hedgehogs. Best ep yet!! SPONSORED BY MANSCAPED. Go to Manscaped.com and enter the code POUND on checkout for 20% plus free shipping!!

Following the shock news of Conor Benns positive covid test this week and him having to pull out of his headline fight with tough Mexican Adrian Granados, we talk with Conors trainer Tony Simms to get the lowdown of how it all unfolded. PODCAST GOLD 👊🏼💥

Without a doubt this could be the best episode yet!! And failing that it is certainly the best interview with our guest JOE JOYCE you will have ever heard. We catch Joe in animated mode talking about his fight with CARLOS TAKAM this Sat night at the SSSSSE ARENA WEMBLEY, becoming WBO mandatory for AJ v USYK in September and more surprisingly his fine art degree, love of art and about that time he went to the US to do some cheerleading!! PODCAST GOLD. Sponsored by MANSCAPED, the leaders in below the waist grooming 👊🏼💥

THE BOYS ARE BACK TO REMIND EVERYONE THEY HAVEN’T DISAPPEARED!!! JAKE & SPENCER BREAK DOWN THE CURRENT STATE OF THE SPORT, EDDIE HEARNS DEAL WITH DZN AND PONDER WHAT WOULD HAPPEN IF GARETH SOUTHGATE PUT TYSON FURY IN GOAL FOR ENGLAND. COULD BE THE BEST ONE YET!!! ENJOY!!!

This week the boys are joined by Adam Booth trained rising star Ellie Scotney. An exciting prospect, still at 2/0, Ellie fights next on August 7th at Matchrooms Fightcamp. They also discuss the Tyson Fury v Deontay Wilder press conference and Joe Joyces announced fight with Carlos Takam. All in all this could be the best one yet. SPONSORED BY MANSCAPED!!

This week the boys are joined by hot prospect NATHAN HEANEY, the man who single handedly sold 600 of the 1,000 tickets at last Saturdays Frank Warren BT show at the Telford International Arena and whose Stoke City fans nearly blew the roof off the joint!! FARMER FEL also takes some time away from his tomatos to join the conversation.
Finally Jake & Spencer break down LEWIS RITSON IBF final eliminator against JEREMIAS PONCE in Newcastle this coming Saturday night.
I know we say it every week but this episode could definitely be THE BEST ONE YET!! Enjoy!!

This week could truly be THE BEST ONE YET!! We are joined on the podcast by ex boxer turned journalist, podcaster (BOXING LIFE STORIES) and author TRIS DIXON on the week of the release of his latest book DAMAGE. DAMAGE chronicles the untold story of brain trauma in boxing and is a MUST READ for any boxing fan. Tris outlines his reasons for writing the book and what, in light of his investigations, he thinks the future of the sport should look like. PODCAST GOLD!!!

We’re joined on this weeks show by one of the main men involved in the Fury vs Joshua talks, the legend of British boxing, Mr. Frank Warren. Frank was true to form and didn’t hold back on any of his answers about the situation. We also look at the stunning victory for Josh Taylor over Jose Ramirez last weekend in Las Vegas where he became the undisputed super-lightweight champion of the world. This episode really could be THE BEST ONE YET!

On this weeks show is one of the most exciting British prospects around and THE NEW English Super Lightweight champion, Dalton Smith. Dalton has had a busy few years since signing with Matchroom in 2019 and his huge KO win on the first Fight Camp show last year put him on a lot of people’s radars, and we discuss all with him. This really could be THE BEST ONE YET!

After the biggest fight of the year last weekend between Canelo & Billy Joe Saunders, we look back at the fight and all of the fallout since, especially around the conversation of "quitting". We also look ahead to this weekend's Matchroom show headlined by friend of the show Joshua BUUUUUATSI and also chat about every boxing fan's favourite topic... Fury vs AJ. This really could be THE BEST ONE YET!

IIIIIIIIIIIT'S FIGHT WEEK!
It's finally here, Canelo vs Saunders is in touching distance and on this week's show we preview the huge fight. However, we first look back to last week's Sky Sports PPV show where Joseph Parker pipped Chisora to get the decision, the brilliant Katie Taylor vs Natasha Jonas fight, The positives that Craig Richards can take from his loss to Dmitry Bivol, and all the other talking points from that card.
If you can't wait for the huge fight in Texas this weekend (like us), then this episode could really be THE BEST ONE YET!

This week Spencer joins us from the fight bubble up in Manchester for CHISORA V PARKER this Sat night and gives us an incredible insight into bubble life. First we are joined by legendary fighter and trainer BUDDY MCGIRT, who has trained CHISORA for this fight. Then who should jump in but ring announcer DAVID DIAMANTE. Spencer then gives us a tour of the bubble restaurant where he bumps into DAVID HAYE, KUGAN CASSIUS, ANTHONY CROLLA, JOE GALLAGHER & SCOTT QUIGG!! PODCAST GOLD. WITHOUT A DOUBT THE BEST ONE YET!!!!

On this week’s show we’re joined by a potential superstar of the future, Mr. Campbell Hatton. Campbell joins the likes of Conor Benn and Chris Eubank Jr in being the son of a boxing legend who went on to pro. We hear from campbell on how he felt his first professional fight went, what his plans for the future are, and what it’s like having the added pressure of being Ricky Hatton’s son. Also on the show the guys chat about the Jake Paul vs Ben Askren Triller fight, Andrade vs Williams and also the updates on AJ vs Fury. This really could be THE BEST ONE YET!

This week truly could be THE BEST ONE YET!!
We breakdown Conor Benns incredible 1st round stoppage of Samuel Vargas at the weekend and relive Shannon Courtney's tear up with tough Australian Ebanie Bridges that brought Shannon a World Title.
We also welcome back friend of the show, tomato farmer Farmer Fel, who tells us what he’s been up to and invite him to join us with guest of the week The Spider Craig Richards ahead of his WBA Light Heavyweight Title fight against the unbeaten Dimitry Bivol on the undercard of Chisora/ Parker in Manchester, May 1st.
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After last weekend's brave effort by Carl Frampton to become a 3 weight world champion didn't go the way we all wanted it to, we were joined by Carl's trainer and friend Jamie Moore to chat through last weekends fight and Carl's brilliant career. We also heard Jamie's thoughts on AJ vs Fury, plus looked ahead to this weekends huge show featuring Conor Benn vs Samuel Vargas. This really could be THE BEST ONE YET!

On this week’s show we have the woman who has had a wild ride in boxing so far. From representing her country in the 2012 London Olympics, to being on the verge of greatness of being the undisputed lightweight world champion. Natasha Jonas is currently preparing for the biggest fight of her life against world champion Katie Taylor in a rematch of their fight from the 2012 Olympics. Natasha spoke to us on how her preparations have been going ahead of the Taylor fight and how being an underdog in such a huge fight will play into her hands.
Also, the guys looked back at an incredible night of boxing from last week as Dillian Whyte avenged his loss against Povetkin in Gibraltar and also look ahead to this weekends huge fight between Carl Frampton and Jamel Herring. This really could be THE BEST ONE YET.

There's no fight week like a heavyweight PPV fight week!
Joining us from sunny Gibraltar is friend of the show and man in the know, Mr. Darren Barker. Darren gave us an insight into how fight week is going and joined the guys in breaking down the huge rematch and looking at all the potential outcomes depending on if Dillian can even up the scores or if Povetkin prevails again. The guys also look at the brilliant world title winning performance by Lawrence Okolie and what lies ahead for the UK's newest world champion. This really could be THE BEST ONE YET!

"Marvellous” Marvin Hagler Tribute.
On this week’s show we pay respects to Marvin Hagler, one of the best boxers to ever lace up a pair of gloves. To do this, we have lined up two great guests. First is Ross Minter, former boxer and son of Alan Minter who put his WBA, WBC and The Ring world titles on the line to face Hagler at Wembley Arena in 1980. the fight went on to be remembered for both what happened in & out of the ring and was the only time Hagler fought in the UK. Ours second guest is Tony Sibson who fought Marvin Hagler in Massachusetts in 1983 for the WBA, WBC & The Ring titles. these two guests will have tales about the great man like no other and it really could be THE BEST ONE YET!

This week's show is a fascinating one. Whilst we love interviewing the stars of the boxing world and entertainment, we really enjoy talking to the real stars behind the scenes. The people that make boxing shows able to happen. Ian "Jumbo" Johnson is one of this country's most well known and experienced cutsman and he gave us an insight into what it's like to have the outcome of a fight, and a fighters career, in his hands when a cut happens. He also talks us through his amazing career mainly working with Matchroom Boxing. This really could be THE BEST (and most interesting) ONE YET!

HUGE show this week! Joining us on the episode is none other than the man who could be king, Billy Joe Saunders. Fresh off the announcement that Billy will be facing pound for pound #1 Canelo for the WBC, WBA, WBO and Ring Magazine world titles on 8th May. We caught up with Billy to see how his preparations are going to become the first British fighter to beat the Mexican superstar. If you’re pumped for this fight and can’t wait for it to come around, then this will be the interview for you. It really just might be, THE BEST ONE YET!

When Pound for Pound meets Fight Disciples! On this week’s show we’re joined by one of the best boxing broadcasters out there, one half of the Fight Disciples, Mr. Adam Catterall. Adam joined us to chat about all of the goings on in the boxing world, from the Josh Warrington & Josh Kelly upsets to the ins & outs of an AJ vs Fury fight. Adam is one of the best talkers out there when it comes to combat sports and he certainly brought his A game to the show. This episode is one of the best boxing chats we’ve done in a long time and it really could THE BEST ONE YET.

Lawrence Okolie is one the biggest British prospects in boxing right now, and ahead of his huge world title clash against Krzysztof Glowacki for the WBO cruiserweight title, he’s joined us on this weeks show. Lawrence spoke about how his preparations are going and what he’s expecting from the Glowacki fight, but also his intentions to unify the cruiserweight division and if he has an eye on moving up to heavyweight.
The lads also spoke about all of this weeks boxing news, including the fall out from last weekends Matchroom card, especially that Josh Warrington vs Mauricio Lara fight! This could be THE BEST ONE YET!

Kalle Sauerland isn’t just one of the best and most liked promoters in the sport today, he’s also one of our favourite guests to have on the show. You know when Kalle is on the show it will be informative, and most of all, entertaining! Kalle also delivered on the boxing chat. He gave us an insight into when we can see Chris Eubank Jr's first fight under the Team Sauerland banner and also an update on the next season of the World Boxing Super Series. Additionally, the guys look forward to the first fight week of the year as Josh Warrington faces Mauricio Lara in the Matchroom bubble at SSE Arena, Wembley. This really could be... THE BEST ONE YET!

BUUUUUATSI!
If there’s one boxing name that we love, it’s Joshua BUATSI. Not only does Joshua have a great sounding surname, he’s also one of our favourite British boxers and a good friend of the show. Joshua has won rave reviews after each of his 13 victories to date and we caught up with him to hear the latest on when we will see fight #14 and who it might be against. We also hear his thoughts on the rest of the Light Heavyweight division, including; Anthony Yarde, Lyndon Arthur, Callum Johnson & maybe the new arrival to the division, Callum Smith. Will we see one of those fights by the end of the year? We certainly hope so!
This episode could really be THE BEST ONE YET!

We're joined by Matchroom Boxing CEO Frank Smith on this week's episode to discuss all of the latest goings on from Matchroom HQ. Frank gave us an insight on how hard it is for promotions at the moment to plan events in the current climate, to the potential venues of the upcoming shows and he also spoke to us about the potential huge fights that could happen this year, including Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua & Amir Khan vs Kell Brook (finally!). Frank was very open about Matchroom's plans and this episode really is one not to miss, in fact it could be THE BEST ONE YET!

On this week’s show we’re joined by a man who was born with funny bones, the one & only comedy legend, Brendan O’Carroll. Most people will know Brendan from creating & starring in the smash hit comedy series, Mrs. Brown’s Boys. However, most people might not know that Brendan is a huge boxing fan, and even made a boxing film and also offered to fight a certain oscar winner for the main role in a different film! We talk to Brendan about his amazing career which included many setbacks but also many successes. This episode contains some great laughs but also some amazing stories and advice, this really could be THE BEST ONE YET!

On this week's show we're joined by one of our favourite ex fighters and also one of our favourite commentators, Matt Macklin, who makes his Pound for Pound debut! We chat with Matt about his amazing boxing career where he fought some of the best middleweights of his era such as Gennady Golovkin & Sergio Martinez, and coming into touching distance of a world title, to transitioning to behind the mic for Sky Sports Boxing. The chat with Matt flew by and if you're missing boxing at the moment, this episode will fill that void. This really could be the best interview yet!

WE'RE BACK!
The first episode of 2021 and we're back with a bang. On this week's show we look back at the huge fights that happened over the past few weeks; AJ vs Pulev, Canelo vs Smith, Garcia vs Campbell and also look forward to what should still be a huge year for boxing. If you're climbing the walls in lockdown and missing your boxing, then this episode will be what you need and we can safely say... THIS IS THE BEST ONE YET (so far this year).

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IIIIIIIIITT’S FIGHT WEEK! Nearly a year to the day since AJ last stepped into the ring, he’s now in the Matchroom bubble ahead of the Sky Sports Pay Per View show where he’ll face Kubrat Pulev. We preview the fight as Spencer joins us straight from the bubble and gives us the ins & outs ahead of Saturday.
The second half of this week’s episode is the audio from our Live Show Special from this past weekend. We had an amazing time hosting it and welcoming on a line up that even Graham Norton would be jealous of. Ray Winstone, Tony Bellew, Ant Middleton, Carl Froch, Adam Smith, Johnny Nelson, Kell Brook, & our old mate Farmer Fel. The show had everything from a huge amount of laughs to boxing chat such as; AJ vs Fury, Canelo vs Smith, Khan vs Brook, how can more mega fights happen?, their favourite fights, their top 5 boxers of all time and much much more. The show was mega and we hope you have as much fun listening to it as we did producing it. It was also co-produced by the brilliant Underground Fan Club and we want to say a huge thank you to them. This episode could really be THE BEST ONE YET.
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What a night it was on Saturday. Two of Britain’s biggest heavyweight prospects put it all on the line early in their careers and showed the guts that not many greats of the sport have done! Joyce vs Dubois was tense, exciting and controversial! So we thought what better guest to have on then Mr. boxing himself, the promoter of both guys, Frank Warren. We spoke with Frank about the whole fallout of the fight and what’s next for both guys. Oh, and of course we didn’t forget about the legends fight of Mike Tyson vs roy Jones Jr. What a show this is! We’ve cracked it, it really is THE BEST ONE YET.


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It’s the biggy, Pound for Pound star Canelo Alvarez is taking on our very own Callum Smith in a huge Super Middleweight world title fight in just a few weeks time, and we’ve managed to bag one of the first interviews with Mundo as he prepares to take on the boxing superstar. Also on the show we look ahead to a huge weekend of boxing. First we have one of the most anticipated all British heavyweight fights in years as Olympic silver medalist Joe Joyce goes up against the huge hitting Daniel Dubois. Then, rolling back the years is Mike Tyson facing Roy Jones Jr in their controversial exhibition fight... and we break it all down! This really could be THE BEST ONE YET!
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On this week's show we have The Destroyer Conor Benn joining us straight from the Matchroom bubble in Wembley. Conor is the main event on this weekends Sky Sports show as faces Sebastian Formella who has only lost to high level competition again Shawn Porter. We here how Conor has prepared for this fight and what he thinks of fighting in-front of no crowd. The guys also dissect all of the latest boxing news including last weekends Katie Taylor card, Crawford vs Brook & the latest in the AJ vs Fury saga. This could really be THE BEST ONE YET.
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On this week's show we have one of this country's most exciting Light-Heavyweights, Callum Johnson. Callum introduced himself on the world stage in 2018 with his war against Artur Beterbiev, however he has only fought once since then and is in boxing no mans land after a dispute between his coach Joe Gallagher & his promoter Eddie Hearn means he has been left without a fight date. We hear from Callum what the update on the situation is and if it will be resolved soon. We also dissect all of the latest boxing news including Canelo's free agency! We think this is certainly THE BEST ONE YET.
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HELLO USYK!
After the weekend's intriguing and entertaining main event between Oleksander Usyk vs Derek Chisora, Jake & Spencer breakdown the fight step by step and also look at what's next for both boxers! We also have one of the stars of that show as our guest, Savannah Marshall. Savannah had a great amateur career and is now making waves in the professional ranks with a potential fight with American superstar Claressa Shields on the horizon and we hear what Savannah has to say on that potential mega fight. This week's show might be the best one yet, but we're sure that this week's Froch's Fascinating Fact of the Week is definitely THE BEST ONE YET. Don't miss it!
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Iiiiiittttt's FIGHT WEEK!
With the huge heavyweight PPV this weekend, the guys preview the intriguing main event between Oleksandr Usyk and Dereck Chisora. Will Usyk cement his position in the heavyweight division? Can Dereck land early? Who will benefit from no crowd? This fight has many questions and we've debated all of the answers! Additionally, we welcome back on the show Billy Joe Saunders after the announcement of his upcoming world title defence against Martin Murray on 4th December. We chat to Billy about how his preparation has been, why he has changed trainers again, how he coped with having COVID-19 and will we ever see him in a ring against Canelo. This really could be... THE... BEST... ONE... YET.
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This week we had a huge interview lined up with former Welterweight world champ and friend of the show Mr. Kell Brook after his super fight with Terence Crawford was confirmed. Unfortunately Kell couldn't make the show, however as Benjamin Franklin said " Out of adversity comes opportunity" and that opportunity was doing a show with just Jake & Spencer for the first time in ages and this could really be THE BEST ONE YET.... no, really, we think it really could be! We chat through all of the hot topics from the world of boxing; Terry O'Conner phone-gate, Terry O'Connor scorecard-gate, Loma vs Lopez, The Ring's Pound for Pound top 10 list. We've gone through everything. We might have to not have a guest more often!
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After a huge break in the boxing schedule we now have some super fights on our hands... Dubois vs Joyce, Chisora vs Usyk, Whyte vs Povetkin 2. However, one of the biggest fights that has got us excited is the recently confirmed Ryan Garcia vs Luke Campbell on the 5th December. Ahead of that fight we were joined by Luke on this week's show. Having last boxed against arguably the current pound for pound number 1 Vasyl Lomachenko last year, we hear his thoughts on the upcoming Garcia fight; have Garcia's team overlooked Luke? Is the fight behind closed doors? What does a win do for him in his bid to finally in a world title? We put everything to Luke in a truly fascinating interview which is getting us pumped for the 5th December! This could be THE BEST ONE YET!
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This week Jake & Spencer break down last Saturdays Matchroom show featuring Joshua Buatsi and interview legendary boxing trainer Don Charles. We think you’ll agree that Dons story and journey into boxing is truly amazing. In fact we’d even go as far to say that this episode could be THE BEST ONE YET!!
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This week we are joined on location at the beautiful Shire Golf Club by one of boxing’s most knowledgeable and likeable guys, Sky's Adam Smith. What he doesn’t know about boxing is not worth knowing. We ask him about the current state of the sport, the Canelo v DZN situation, whether we are any closer to dates for Usyk v Chisora and Fury v Wilder 3 and who his favourite hot prospects are in world boxing. A relaxed and informed chat amongst friends, this could be THE BEST ONE YET!!!
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LIONS IN THE CAMP!


On the show this week we have one of the hottest prospects not just in the UK but in world boxing. One of the main jewels in the Frank Warren & BT Sport crown and the man who nearly dethroned the great Sergey Kovalev in his own back yard in Russia, Mr. Anthony Yarde. We caught up with Anthony after his great win over Dec Spelman on the weekend in a behind closed doors show at York Hall and see how he felt fighting without the adrenaline from a crowd and hear what his plans are for the remaining part of 2020. We also have to ask him about THAT motto. This is Anthony like you've never heard him before and this could be THE BEST ONE YET.
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On this week’s show we were joined by one of the most notable names of British boxing, Kellie Maloney. Kellie was Lennox Lewis’ manager for years and guided him to being undisputed heavyweight world champion. There’s not many people out there that have as much of an interesting history as Kellie, from the highs of big time boxing to her famous gender reassignment announcement in 2014. We caught up with Kellie to discuss the latest news in her life and if there’s a chance she will be returning to the sport that made her a household name.
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We're joined on this week's show by one of the true legends of the sport. Kathy Duva is one of the most prolific boxing promoters over the past 20+ years and has had a hand in promoting boxers such Lennox Lewis, Pernell Whittaker, Mark Breland, Arturo Gatti, Serguy Kovalev and many many more at her promotional company, Main Events. She has some of the best stories around but also we hear her first hand account of being a female executive in a male dominated industry, and also what it's like for a boxing promoter during a global pandemic. Her story is one of the most fascinating and interesting we've had on the show and this episode could be THE BEST ONE YET (no really, we think it actually is this time).
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WE'RE BACK!
There's no better time for Jake and Spencer to be jumping back on the mics after last weekends unexpected and quality knockout by Alexander Povetkin. The guys breakdown the incredible pay per view fight plus all the others from that card, especially Katie Taylor's win as our special guest this week is her opponent, Delfine Persoon, who has twice taken Katie to the final bell with many people thinking that Delfine should have two more wins in the record books. Spencer also gives us all of the insights and stories of what it was like to stay in the Fight Camp bubble, whilst we also look ahead and ask what is next for UK boxing! This really could be THE BEST ONE YET!
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IT’S FIGHT (CAMP) WEEK!
After BT Sport Boxing came back with 2 great shows in their studios, we now have Sky Sports Boxing back with a bang... from Eddie’s garden. All of the Matchroom content has got us excited for the first weekend of Matchroom Fight Camp so who better to have on the show than the man in the main event, Ted Cheeseman. We get all the lowdown from Ted on what it’s like be inside “the bubble”, about beating his gambling addiction and his thoughts in the lead up to going toe-to-toe against Sam Eggington. Before Ted we were joined by Darren Barker live from the Matchroom Locked down hotel to give us the inside track on the fighters and the fights this Saturday.
Boxing is truly back and this could be THE BEST ONE YET.
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The Two Joe's Show!
This week's show is a big'n! We've not got just one great guest, oh no, we've got two! First up is Olympic silver medalist (lets all be honest, he should be a gold medalist) who has taken toe heavyweight division by storm moving to 10-0 having gone up against some big names in his fledgling career. Now Joe is preparing for the biggest fight of his career against Daniel Dubois on BT Sport Box Office at the O2, but first he has a warm up fight at the BT Sport studios this weekend. Then, we have the legendary Manchester coach Joe Gallagher, the man who has coaching awards coming out of his ears! Joe spoke to us about how he's enjoyed his time in lockdown and the latest on Callum Smith's hopes of getting the Canelo fight.
Also, we take a look at all of the big boxing news including AJ & Fury's Marbella meet up and THAT Usyk video "DERRRRRRIIIIIIICK"
This really could be THE BEST ONE YET.
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BOXING IS BACK! Fresh from restarting boxing again in the UK with a show from the BT Sport studios, Frank Warren joins us to chat through how he actually did it! It wasn't an easy task and Frank lets us know the ins & outs of the operation. He also previewed the next 4 cards that will all be from the BT Sport studio, whilst also discussing the rearranged date of Joe Joyce vs Daniel Dubois at the O2 arena in October. We also couldn't help ourselves asking his thoughts on Matchroom Fight Camp. We were buzzing before the episode about boxing being back and now we're even more buzzing after speaking to Frank. Great episode... could be the BEST ONE YET!
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On this weeks show we were joined by one of the UKs most popular documentary presenter and boxing fan, Stacey Dooley. Stacey has an amazing story of how she got to being where she is today. She also gave us an insight into what it takes to film in some of the most dangerous countries in the world where she comes up against the extremes of human nature from terrorist organisations to sexual predators.


Also, her partner and Strictly Come Dancing star, Kevin Clifton, makes a surprise appearance when he overhears some potentially groundbreaking news and we also have the return of Carl Froch's Fascinating Fact of the Week! This show really could be the BEST ONE YET.
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On this week's show we're joined by one of the greatest ever boxer's to come out of Wales, Mr. Enzo Maccarinellii. Not many boxers can say they are a former World, Commonwealth, European & British champion but Enzo is in that very exclusive & elite club. Enzo joined us to discuss his brilliant career, especially his fights against Roy Jones Jr & David Haye, and we also caught up to here what he's been up to now including smashing out the quickest 10k runs than any other retired boxers!
If you follow Enzo on social media you'll know he's a great guy with a sense of humour and this interview shows just that. We think you're going to really enjoy this one.
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On this week’s show the guys are back together, socially distanced, in the same recording booth! To mark this special occasion we opened up the floor to our incredible listeners to ask us the questions and topics they’re most interested in. The guys also discussed all of the latest boxing news including the latest conundrums standing in the way of the proposed Tyson Fury vs Anthony Joshua fights.
Thank you to everyone that called in to make this fans special a great listen, this could be the BEST FANS SPECIAL EPISODE YET!
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This week Spencer sadly couldn't be on the podcast but stepping into co-host the show is our old friend Kugan Cassius. Kugan was an early pioneer of changing the media landscape of boxing and how the fighters & promoters of the sport we love communicated to the fans. We chatted to Kugan to see how running IFL TV has been during lockdown, the first fights back from Top Rank in the States, Matchroom Fight Camp and much much more!
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On this weeks show we have the Dark Destroyer making his Pound for Pound debut. Nigel opens up to us about his career, his famous fights, and about his cancelled comeback. We were also joined on the call by Conor who chatted through his career and his plans to return to the ring, potentially at Matchroom Fight Camp.


Additionally, we also caught up with old friend of the show Farmer Fel to hear all the news from his tomato farm.


This show is specially dedicated to Jackie O’Connell who sadly passed away this week and will be greatly missed.
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On this week’s show we’re joined by the man who’s always guaranteed to make headlines. The man behind Matchroom Boxing, Eddie Hearn. We had Eddie on the show over a year ago and what a year it’s been since! We caught up with Eddie about all things Matchroom, from hosting fights in his back garden in Matchroom Fight Camp to crossing over with UFC in a potential Dillian Whyte vs Francis Ngannou fight. Eddie is always box office in his interviews and this was no different. If you’re missing your boxing or just need a pick-me-up then this is the episode for you.
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On this weeks show we are joined by Henry Fraser. Henry’s story has inspired and motivated millions of people. As a sport obsessed teenager who was looking ahead to a potential professional rugby career he sustained a huge injury during a holiday to Portugal that would change his life forever. Henry has since become a renowned author and artist and we’re incredibly lucky to have him on the show. If you’re searching for some motivation & inspiration during this strange times then this will be an episode not too miss.


We also discuss the latest boxing news including Eddie Hearn’s exciting plans to host fights in his back yard!
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World renowned mountaineer and author Joe Simpson, the man behind one of the greatest non-fiction books of all time “Touching the Void” joins us on the show this week. “Touching the Void” was the story of Joe being injured on the mountain of Siula Grande, Peru and dragging himself back from the brink of death. Joe spends a lot of his time now being a motivational speaker and if you’re looking to get yourself motivated today then give this episode a listen as it could be THE BEST ONE YET!
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Daniel Mays is one of the UK's most loved actors and has starred in an array of TV series and films, including; Vera Drake, Atonement, Shifty, Line of Duty, Atonement, The Adventures of Tin Tin, Rogue One; A Star Wars Story, 1917, Code 404 and many more. He's also a huge boxing fan! We got to chat to Daniel about his life in lockdown, his experiences with some of the worlds biggest names such as Steven Spielberg, and where his love for the sport came from.
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