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  • THE INCREDIBLE MR WARDLEY | WHAT NOW FOR PARKER? | CHISORA-WHYTE III | EVANDER HOLYFIELD

    THE INCREDIBLE MR WARDLEY | WHAT NOW FOR PARKER? | CHISORA-WHYTE III | EVANDER HOLYFIELD
    2025/10/29
    Examining the bombastic rise of Fabio Wardley which has now astonishingly left Joseph Parker scrambling for breath in the rubble below. But should Parker be punished too severely for rolling the dice again? And we also wonder whether Oleksandr Usyk will really entertain a contest with Wardley at this stage of his career. It looks like we’re heading for Derek Chisora-Dillian Whyte III, yet another contest set to get the PPV debate boiling over. And in keeping with the heavyweight theme, we cruise back to 1990 and the night when Evander Holyfield popped the Buster Douglas bubble. Getting sick of those adverts? Loving the podcast? Subscribe to The Opening Bell! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 時間 26 分
  • RACE FOR USYK | PARKER vs WARDLEY | TKO ‘TAKEOVER’ | GEORGE LIDDARD

    RACE FOR USYK | PARKER vs WARDLEY | TKO ‘TAKEOVER’ | GEORGE LIDDARD
    2025/10/22
    Joseph Parker and Fabio Wardley each risk their position in the heavyweight sweepstakes while knowing only the winner of their collision will be invited to challenge Oleksandr Usyk. Parker will rightly be the favourite but is the New Zealander’s ‘renaissance’ being overstated when one examines his recent opponents more carefully? Throw in Wardley’s astonishing will to win, alongside the potency he possesses when his punches land clean, and suddenly, the outcome widely expected might be turned on its head. Elsewhere, the TKO invasion is gathering pace while drawing irk from Eddie Hearn and Oscar De La Hoya; George Liddard proves he’s going places; Danny Garcia might not be going anywhere; and, in This Week, we head back in time for some vintage Matthew Saad Muhammad mayhem. Please subscribe if you can for ad-free listening and to support independent journalism. With lots of love from all at The Opening Bell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 時間 14 分
  • IN-DEPTH WITH DAVID PRICE | AUDLEY HARRISON | JARON ENNIS

    IN-DEPTH WITH DAVID PRICE | AUDLEY HARRISON | JARON ENNIS
    2025/10/15
    IN-DEPTH WITH DAVID PRICE | AUDLEY HARRISON | JARON ENNIS In a searingly honest interview, Olympic medalist and former British heavyweight champion David Price reflects on his eventful career, detailing the highs of the early days and how he reset to cope with what followed. He’s taken back to 2012 and his bombastic knockout of Audley Harrison, a night when Price looked on the brink of conquering the world. Price describes exactly how he felt back then - so youthful and invincible with Tyson Fury in his sights - and how different he would feel when his ascent was thwarted by two sobering losses to Tony Thompson. Further defeats came as Price battled with the suffocating pressure of his profession before eventually crafting an exit route that allowed him to build a new life away from boxing. Fascinating, revealing, uplifting and funny, this interview with Price is one we’d strongly advise you take the time to kick back and enjoy. Thanks as always, dear friends, for your support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 時間 40 分
  • ALLEN vs MAKHMUDOV | BEN WHITTAKER | NATHANIEL COLLINS

    ALLEN vs MAKHMUDOV | BEN WHITTAKER | NATHANIEL COLLINS
    2025/10/08
    MEMORABILIA FAIR THIS SATURDAY (11th October 2025) AT DICK COLLINS HALL, ROBERT STREET, LONDON, FROM 1:30PM TO 5:30PM. Has Dave Allen bitten off more than he can chew with Arslanbek Makhmudov or is the threat that awaits the British heavyweight somewhat overrated? Ben Whittaker has made the switch from Boxxer to Matchroom but can Eddie Hearn work his old magic with his current box of tricks? What does the future hold for Nathaniel Collins after narrowly failing to win the European title? And in This Week, we felt it appropriate to take in some vintage Ricky Hatton as he tears through Michael Stewart in 2005. Support the Opening Bell, get bonus content and ditch those beyond annoying ads, by subscribing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 時間 20 分
  • STATE OF THE GAME | BOXING MEDIA | RICKY HATTON

    STATE OF THE GAME | BOXING MEDIA | RICKY HATTON
    2025/10/03
    In a special episode, Matt is joined by Tris Dixon as they take a deep dive into the state of boxing in 2025. Is the sport in rude health, as those currently earning handsomely from the involvement of Turki Alalshikh always suggest, or is the sport struggling in the midst of a new era? Up for discussion is the length and frequency of boxing shows, the positives and negatives of the Saudi invasion, boxing’s exposure in the outside world, and the television landscape. We’d welcome your feedback on the issues that are discussed and, as always, thank you for listening to the Opening Bell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 時間 7 分
  • TRASH TALKING

    TRASH TALKING
    2025/09/24
    The countdown to Chris Eubank Jr-Conor Benn II officially began last week as the press conference, such as it was, almost immediately boiled over into chaos. Eubank’s astonishing claims painted some dreadful pictures that British boxing could have done without. And it leaves some seasoned observers preparing to watch happens next through their fingers. In far more warming fare, Alex and Matt were at the British Boxing Hall of Fame; a ceremony that reminded them what makes this sport so special. In This Week, we go all the way back to 1953 and a time when Rocky Marciano was as the world heavyweight champion and his old rival Roland LaStarza was his leading contender. Your support, in which ever way you can manage it, is hugely appreciated. Subscribe if you can, follow us if you can’t, and spread the word. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 時間 10 分
  • RICKY HATTON: THE ONE & ONLY

    RICKY HATTON: THE ONE & ONLY
    2025/09/18
    In a special tribute to Ricky Hatton, we reflect on the career that took him to the Hall of Fame, and the man who was adored by millions. From his early career, when the road ahead seemed neverending, to the fights that shaped a world champion who would become a British boxing legend. Through it all are personal memories of Hatton, insights into his adorable character, his wicked sense of humour, and the troubled mind behind the scenes. Our thoughts remain with his family, his myriad friends and his supporters, all whom will always know there really is only one Ricky Hatton. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 時間 2 分
  • BUD WISER

    BUD WISER
    2025/09/16
    https://www.patreon.com/TheOpeningBellPodcast On Saturday night, against the mighty Canelo Alvarez, Terence Crawford exhibited superior speed, skills, and smarts as he captured an era-defining victory on the cards. It was almost like he knew what was going to happen all along. Yet it was the news on Sunday morning, that Ricky Hatton was dead, which produced the weekend’s biggest shockwaves. We will bring you a separate podcast later this week dedicated to the one and only Hatton, a ferocious fighter and magical man, who will be forever adored. In This Week, we go back to 1985 to produce another exhibit for the size-doesn’t-matter files. This time it was Michael Spinks rising two weight classes to challenge heavyweight champion Larry Holmes, who was 48-0 heading in and a big favourite. Thanks to everyone who continue to support The Opening Bell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 時間 28 分