Minnesota Fight Night

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota amateur boxer Kirsten Wessel talks about her boxing journey and her upcoming fight in Detroit Lakes.

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota bare knuckle boxing champion Mike "The Marine" Richman talks about his combat sports journey and his upcoming title defense. Richman, of Rosemount, is the current BKFC Light Heavyweight Champion.

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Corey Thompson (5-3, 4 KOs) talks about his upcoming fight against Bobby Deane (5-1, 4 KOs) in Detroit Lakes. https://www.facebook.com/ignitefights/https://www.facebook.com/events/2170275996707506/

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Rondale Hubbert (16-36-3, 10 KOs) previews his May 17 bout against Roman Cruz (2-1, 0 KOs). IGNITE FIGHTS 108!! Pro Boxing!... - Lakes Digital Sign Guys | Facebook

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Terrence Walker (2-5-1, 1 KO) talks about his upcoming bout against Lorenzo Cardona Jr. (0-0) in Detroit Lakes. Ignite Fights | Shakopee MN | Facebook

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Tommy Matlon (4-2, 3 KOs) talks about his upcoming match against Cayman Audie (3-1, 1 KO) in Detroit Lakes. ⁠Ignite Fights | Shakopee MN | Facebook

In the following episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Cayman Audie (3-1, 1 KO), talks about his upcoming fight against fellow Minnesotan Thomas Matlon (4-2, 3 KOs). Ignite Fights | Shakopee MN | Facebook

In the following episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Ashkan Morvari (2-0, 2 KOs) previews his May 17 fight against Tyler Nystrom (2-2-1, 1 KO) on the IGNITE FIGHTS card in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Ignite Fights | Shakopee MN | Facebook

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, boxer Tyler Nystrom (2-2-1, 1 KO) previews his May 17 fight against Ashkan Morvari on the IGNITE FIGHTS card in Detroit Lakes. Ignite Fights | Shakopee MN | Facebook

In this episode, the Minnesota Fight Night podcast catches up with Minnesota boxers Colton Warner, Gavin Hendrickson and Joshua Clarke following their matches on the February 14 card at Grand Casino Hinckley.

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Joshua Clarke (7-1, 2 KOs) talks about his upcoming fight at Grand Casino Hinckley. Clarke, who is coming off a big win against previously unbeaten Dorian Bostic (now 16-1, 15 KOs), will face battle-tested veteran Mike Fowler (10-57, 4 KOs) of Milwaukee. Clarke vs. Fowler takes place on Friday Night Fights at Grand Casino Hinckley on February 14th, 2024. Valentines Day! Get your tickets now! ⁠⁠⁠Friday Night Fights Minnesota Fight Night podcast intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler.

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota heavyweight boxer Tim Taggart (6-5-2, 3 KOs) talks about his upcoming fight at Grand Casino Hinckley. Fighting in his hometown, Taggart returns to the ring against an opponent to be named later for one last match before hanging up his gloves. Taggart also talks about his advocacy for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, among other topics. Taggart vs. TBD takes place on Friday Night Fights at Grand Casino Hinckley on February 14th, 2024. Valentines Day! Get your tickets now! ⁠⁠⁠Friday Night Fights Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women (MMIW) Minnesota Fight Night podcast intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler.

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Gavin Hendrickson of Richfield talks about his upcoming fight at Grand Casino Hinckley. Hendrickson (2-0-3, 2 KOs) runs it back against Tyler Nystrom. Last April, Hendrickson and Nystrom battled to a draw. Hoping to take the fight out of the judges' hands, both fighters are looking for a knockout this time around. Nystrom vs. Hendrickson takes place on Friday Night Fights at Grand Casino Hinckley on February 14th, 2024. Valentines Day! Get your tickets now! ⁠⁠⁠Friday Night Fights Minnesota Fight Night podcast intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler.

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Tyler Nystrom (1-2-1, 1 KO) talks boxing and discusses his upcoming fight at Grand Casino Hinckley -- a compelling rematch with another Minnesota boxer, Gavin Hendrickson. Last April, the two middleweights fought to a draw. This could well be the fight of the night. Nystrom vs. Hendrickson takes place on Friday Night Fights at Grand Casino Hinckley on February 14th, 2024. Valentines Day! Get your tickets now! ⁠⁠⁠Friday Night Fights Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler.

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Colton Warner (8-2, 5 KOs) talks boxing and previews his upcoming fight at Grand Casino Hinckley. In a clash of heavyweights, Warner takes on Brandon Carmack (8-6-3, 5 KOs) of Kansas City, Missouri. Warner vs. Carmack takes place on Friday Night Fights at Grand Casino Hinckley on February 14th, 2024. Valentines Day! Get your tickets now! ⁠⁠Friday Night Fights

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minesota boxer Antonio "Tony" Woods talks about his upcoming fight at Grand Casino Hinckley. Woods (12-1, 10 KOs) headlines a card that's stacked with local talent. Squaring off against the Minnesota fan favorite is battle-tested veteran Wilfrido Buelvas (26-21, 18 KOs) of Colombia. Woods vs. Buelvas takes place on Friday Night Fights at Grand Casino Hinckley on February 14th, 2024. Valentines Day! Get your tickets now! ⁠⁠Friday Night Fights

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Cayman Audie (2-1, 1 KO) discusses his upcoming fight in Hinckley, his burning desire for a rematch with Dennys Reyes, and more. A resident of Hinckley, Audie returns to the boxing ring after making his pro MMA debut last April (a first-round knockout victory). Cayman Audie vs. John Carmona takes place on Friday Night Fights at Grand Casino Hinckley on February 14th, 2024. Valentines Day! Get your tickets now! ⁠Friday Night Fights

In this episode, Minnesota boxer Oscar Soto talks about his upcoming pro debut. A veteran of more than 100 amateur fights, Soto will face tough Roman Cruz (2-1) on the undercard of the June 22 Vivid Fights promotion at the DoubleTree Hilton Ballroom in Bloomington. Soto also chats about his storied amateur career, which included bouts with the likes of current unbeaten world champion Terence Crawford and Minnesota's own former champion Jamal James. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 https://vividfights.com/ Host: Brian Johnson https://vividfights.com/ https://boxrec.com/en/box-pro/1 https://boxrec.com/en/box-pro/860156081491 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode, former MMA fighter and current trainer Nick Rogers talks about his combat sports journey, the revival of the Minnesota State boxing title, and the June 22 Vivid Fights promotion in Bloomington. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 https://vividfights.com/ Host: Brian Johnson https://vividfights.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode, Minnesota boxer and former Upper Midwest Golden Gloves champion Jerred Bradford talks about his amateur career and previews his pro debut on the June 22 Vivid Fights card in Bloomington. Host: Brian Johnson. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 https://vividfights.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode, Minnesota boxer Slink Proper (9-1) talks about his June 29, ESPN-televised rematch with Nico Ali Walsh (9-1) grandson of Muhammad Ali. Also joining the conversation is Slink's trainer, Quincy Caldwell. Ripped and ready to rumble, Slink is determined to prove that his upset win over Ali Walsh last August was no fluke. Host: Brian Johnson. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Corey Thompson (5-2, 4 KOs) previews his his June 22 fight against Mengistu Zarzar (10-9-1, 8 KOs). At stake is the vacant USA Minnesota Light Heavyweight title. The fight is the main event of a big Vivid Fights promotion at the Doubletree Hilton in Bloomington. Host: Brian Johnson. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 https://nitrotickets.com/event/801/VIVID-1FIGHTS-1GENERATION-1NXT-1--10622 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Gavin Hendrickson (2-0-1) previews his April 13 fight at Treasure Island Casino. In what could well be the fight of the night, Hendrickson, of Richfield, faces Tyler Nystrom of Superior, Wisconsin (1-1). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota heavyweight Colton Warner (6-2) talks about his upcoming fight at Treasure Island Casino in Welch, Minnesota. The event is April 13. Doors open at 6:00 p.m., fights start at 7:00. In addition, Warner shares his thoughts on other big fights coming up, including Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk, Dimitrii Bivol vs. Artur Beterbiev and Deontay Wilder vs. Zhilei Zhang. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 https://www.ticasino.com/events/wfc-168-live-boxing --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Minnesota boxer Tony Woods (12-0, 10 KOs), talks about his upcoming fight with Deshawn Prather (17-1, 2 KOs) of Kansas City. The fight is Friday, April 12, in Springfield, Missouri. On the line is the vacant Universal Boxing Organization Continental Middleweight title. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode, we catch up with Minnesota boxer Tim Bender. A native of Florida now living and training in Minnesota, Bender won his pro boxing debut in impressive fashion last December. He returns to the boxing ring Saturday, April 13, as part of a live boxing, MMA and Muay Thai card at Treasure Island Casino. Bender faces a tough test in the person of Roman Cruz (1-1), who defeated Ryan Dew in his most recent fight. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 https://worldfightingchampionships.com/events/23712/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode, highly ranked Minnesota boxer Ve Shawn Owens (14-4, 12 KOs) discusses his strange experience on a Dec. 2, 2023, boxing card in Mexico. Owens went into the ring thinking he was fighting an exhibition. But that's not how it played out. In the 8th round, the referee stopped the “fight” after Owens was hit on the back of the head, giving his opponent the “win.” Roughly six weeks later, boxrec.com posted the fight as a TKO loss for Owens — a highly questionable blemish on the Minnesota boxer's record. Owens hasn't said much publicly about the bizarre events of Dec. 3 — until now. In addition, Owens breaks the news about his relocation plans, and talks about his recent eye surgery. Hear all about it in this wide-ranging interview, which kicks off the 5th season of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast. Bonus content: Owens and the guys talk a little hoops, with a focus on the NBA Western Conference-leading Minnesota Timberwolves! Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

Minneapolis fan favorite David Morrell Jr. is “the Carlos Monzon of our time.” So says Luis DeCubas Sr. in the press conference at the Armory shortly after Morrell's second-round TKO win over a game Sena Agbeko. Now, Morrell says he wants to fight the “Mexican Monster,” David Benavidez, to cement his claim as the king of the 168-pound division. Hear all about it in the high-energy, multi-lingual post-fight press conference, presented in its entirety by the Minnesota Fight Night podcast. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this bonus episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, we visit with Jose Benavidez Sr., father of unbeaten super middleweight boxer David Benavidez (28-0, 24 KOs). --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

The W Foshay Hotel in downtown Minneapolis hosted a press conference Thursday in advance of Saturday's PBC Showtime-televised card at The Armory in Minneapolis. The Minnesota Fight Night podcast was there, and we caught up with WBA “regular” super middleweight champion David Morrell Jr., who faces Sena Agbeko in the main event. We also chatted with former world champions Robert Guerrero and Andre Berto, who meet in a compelling special attraction. The welterweight legends first squared off in 2012, with Guerrero coming out on top. Berto is out for revenge, but The Ghost promises to make it two in a row against his longtime rival. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, popular Minnesota boxer Marlin “So Icey” Sims previews his fight on the Showtime Boxing finale show at The Armory in Minneapolis. Sims (8-2 with 4 KOs) will take on Charles “Lo Lo” Harris (7-1) of Rialto, California on the undercard of the December 16 PBC event. Headlining the card is a super middleweight showdown between Armory fan favorite David Morrell Jr. and Sena Agbeko. For his part, Sims has myriad interests. In addition to being a prizefighter, he's a reality show competitor, a certified scuba diver, an avid outdoorsman and a long-haul truck driver. He touches on all of those interests and vocations in this wide-ranging interview. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, we're pleased to chat with Minnesota boxer Corey Thompson about his December 9 bout on the Big Q Promotions card at Element Gym in St. Paul. The Nordic Warrior (4-2) takes on Wayman “The Slim Reaper” Carter (4-7-1) of Topeka, Kansas. Also joining us is Daleco James, Thompson's trainer and co-owner of Wurk Gym in Hopkins. Thompson, who chatted with us after Friday's weigh-in, is fit and ready for battle. We'll see you at the fights. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, we're on location at the CMB Boxing Gym in Burnsville, where we chat with Minnesota boxers Leo Medel and Michael Demps. Both fighters will be in action this Saturday night, December 9, on the Big Q Promotions card at Element Gym in St. Paul. Medel (8-0 as a pro) will take on Andre Byrd (10-14-1) of Jacksonville, Florida. Demps, making his pro debut, faces fellow Minnesota boxer Andree Reid (1-0-1). It's sure to be a great night of boxing, so we hope to see you there. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, Coach Quincy Caldwell of Big Q Promotions and fellow boxing coach Shane Chanslor preview the Dec. 9 Big Q Promotions pro boxing card at Element Gym in St. Paul. Fresh off his win over Nico Ali Walsh, Minnesota boxer Slink Proper takes on Tray Martin in the main event. Big Q Promotions always puts on a great show while showcasing local talent. Tickets are selling quickly, so fans are advised to get their tickets in advance. It's shaping up to be a big night of boxing and we hope to see you there. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, we catch up with Minnesota boxer Tim Bender. A native of Florida now living in Minneapolis, Bender will make his long-awaited pro boxing debut this Saturday, December 9, as part of a Big Q Promotions card at Element Gym in St. Paul. Bender, who has an MMA background, takes on Terrance Lee (2-1) of El Paso, Texas. It's shaping up to be a great night of boxing on the 9th, so we hope to see you there. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, we take a road trip to Element Gym in St. Paul, where we catch up with rising local super welterweight star Slink Proper (8-1, 4 KOs). Slink previews his Dec. 9 fight at Element Gym in St. Paul. In the main event, Slink takes on Tray Martin (3-6, 2 KOs) of Missouri. A fan favorite at Element, Slink — a.k.a. Sona Akale — is coming off the biggest win of his career, an upset victory over Nico Ali Walsh, Muhammad Ali's grandson. Slink talks about his big win, the upcoming Element card, and much more. We also visit with St. Paul boxer Andree Reid, who takes on Michael Demps on the Element card. The Big Q Promotions event is sure to be highly entertaining, and we can't wait to be there. And I hope you enjoy the interviews. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night podcast, super middleweight contender Sena Agbeko (28-2, 22 KOs) previews his Dec. 16 fight against WBA Super Middleweight Champion David Morrell Jr. at The Armory in Minneapolis. A native of Ghana now fighting out of Nashville, Agbeko is riding a five-fight winning streak, including an upset victory over previously unbeaten contender Isaiah Steen. He hopes to beat the odds again versus Morrell, a Minnesota fan favorite and one of the most avoided fighters in the 168-pound division. The two were scheduled to meet up in April, but the boxing commission scrapped the fight after an irregularity showed up on Agbeko's MRI. Now, the “African Nightmare” is medically cleared to go. In this interview, Agbeko gives his take on the MRI issue, talks about his rise to contender status, and more. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode of the Minnesota Fight Night Podcast, we're pleased to present highlights from the Nov. 3 Tribute to Minnesota Boxers at the VFW in Richfield. Hosted by J.R. Maddox of The Boxing Report, the event paid homage to Minnesota boxers past and present. From bantamweights to heavyweights, journeymen to champions, the boxers showed up in big numbers to shake hands, take photos, say a few words and soak in some well-deserved accolades. Old rivals reconnected and reminisced, and new relationships took root. The boxers on hand came from a wide range of backgrounds and various parts of the state. Some are long retired, others are just beginning their boxing journey. One common thread: each of the boxers has contributed greatly to the legacy of Minnesota boxing and has represented the sport well. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

Minnesota cruiserweight boxer Marty “The Wolfman” Lindquist shows no signs of slowing down. On the undercard of a 15th Round Promotions event in Sioux City, Iowa, Lindquist (16-12, 12 KOs) returned to the ring in style Saturday with an impressive stoppage win over a game Maurice “The Beast” Elk (1-5, 1 KO). An ageless wonder, the 54-year-old Lindquist dropped “The Beast” twice in the first round and stopped him in the second stanza with a devastating body shot. The Minnesota Fight Night podcast was there, and we caught up with Lindquist after the fight. We also chatted with Minnesota boxer Alex Citrowske, who was in Lindquist's corner. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

After a summer hiatus, the Minnesota Fight Night podcast returns with a new episode. Sean Strauss and Brian Johnson catch up on the latest boxing news, preview upcoming amateur cards, and talk about Sean's new gig as president of the Minnesota Boxing Hall of Fame. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode, Minnesota boxer and Strike Fitness owner Josh Clark (7-1 pro record) talks about his upset win on the undercard of the recent Adrien Broner-Bill Hutchinson card in Miami. Clark also previews the big Declaration of War 2 event happening this Saturday, July 1, in Rogers, Minnesota. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode, WBA Super Middleweight Champion David Morrell Jr. (9-0) dishes on David Benavidez (27-0) and Warriors Boxing President Leon Margules shares the latest on a potential Morrell-Benavidez fight. A native of Cuba now based in Minneapolis, and an Armory boxing fan favorite, Morrell is ready to take on the Mexican Monster. But is Benavidez up for it? Here's hoping the fight happens as soon as this fall. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

Showtime and Premier Boxing Champions returned to Minneapolis Thursday to hold a press conference for the June 24 PBC card at The Armory — and the Minnesota Fight Night Podcast was there. This episode features interviews with fighters on the televised portion of the card, including headliners Carlos Adames and Julian “J Rock” Williams. Hard-hitting Adames (22-1) will defend his interim 154-pound title against Williams (28-3-1), a former unified world champion. Showtime's Brian Custer moderates the presser. We kick things off with an exclusive one-on-one interview with Luis Arias (20-3-1), who will face Erickson Lubin (24-2) in a clash of 154-pound contenders. Originally from Milwaukee, Aris talks about his strong connections to Minnesota boxing and more. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

Element Gym hosted a media event Wednesday for Minnesota boxers Caleb Truax and Slink Proper, who have been sparring with each other to prepare for separate upcoming fights. Truax is a former world champion, Slink is an emerging, unbeaten prospect. Both are working hard to be at their best when they step into the ring for their next fights. Truax will be on the June 24 Showtime-televised card at The Armory in Minneapolis. For his part, Slink will headline a June 17 Big Q Promotions event at Element. The Minnesota Fight Night podcast caught up with both fighters Wednesday. This episode also features interviews with Minnesota boxers Tony Woods, Andree Reid Jr., and Jimmy Vang. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

Former world super middleweight champion Caleb Truax, one of Minnesota's most popular and recognizable boxers, will make his long-awaited return to the ring on Saturday, June 24, as part of the PBC show at The Armory in Minneapolis. Truax (31-5-1, 19 KOs) will face Burley Brooks (6-2-1, 5 KOs) of Dallas on the undercard of the Showtime-televised event headlined by Carlos Adames and Julian “J-Rock” Williams. Truax will have to shake off some ring rust. The Minnesota boxer hasn't fought since January 2021, when he challenged Caleb Plant for the IBF super middleweight title. In the following interview, Truax talks about the upcoming fight, the long layoff and more. He also analyzes the upcoming Terence Crawford-Errol Spence Jr. fight for all the marbles in the welterweight division. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

Quincy Caldwell talks about his journey to becoming a local boxing promoter and previews his big June 17 card at Element Gym in St. Paul. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode, the Minnesota Fight Night podcast recaps the Jack O'Brien Boxing Invitational at The Garden in Canal Park by Jungle Boy Boxing. Fans packed The Garden for what turned out to be an entertaining night of boxing. Tyler Nystrom and Jesse Wannemacher set the bar high with a bruising exhibition match. Also on the card, Danny Huffman pleased the hometown crowd and improved to 8-2-1 with a TKO win over veteran Brandon Baue. Rondale “Give ‘Em Hell” Hubbert got a stoppage win over a game Tony “2Sharp” Lee.  After the fights, we caught up with Hubbert, Wannemacher and Nystrom to get their thoughts on the night's festivities. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

Minnesota boxer Tony Lee joins the podcast to talk about his upcoming fight against Rondale Hubbert at The Garden in Duluth. Lee (11-2-1 as a pro) returns to the ring after a nearly 6-year layoff. But this episode is about more than boxing. In a wide-ranging interview, Lee talks about trials and tribulations, family, and his deep and abiding faith in God. His opponent's nickname is Give ‘em Hell, but Lee says that doesn't faze him in the least. “I've already been there,” he explains. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode, the Minnesota Fight Night podcast is pleased to welcome Minnesota boxer Rondale “Give ‘em Hell” Hubbert. Fighting out of Duluth, Hubbert has more than 40 pro fights under his belt. Speaking of belts, he's also a two-time state champion. Hubbert returns to the ring on March 10 at The Garden in Duluth. His opponent, fellow Minnesota boxer Tony Lee, is back in action after nearly six years away from the squared circle. In the following interview, Hubbert talks about his upcoming fight with Lee, his food truck venture, his life as a boxing road warrior and more. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode, the Minnesota Fight Night podcast catches up with Jesse Wannemacher, a pro boxer and mixed martial artist fighting out of the Port City of Duluth. On March 10, Wannemacher will step through the ropes for the second time as a pro boxer. His fight is part of a big card at The Garden in Duluth. In the following interview, Wannemacher talks about the upcoming fight, his combat sports background, and more. He even walks us through one of his favorite hobbies: surfing on Lake Superior. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support

In this episode, the Minnesota Fight Night podcast recaps the February 25 Showtime-televised card at The Armory in Minneapolis. It was a big night for the hometown boxers, as Minneapolis welterweights Jamal “Shango” James and Ve Shawn Owens — fighting in front of a sellout crowd— won their respective fights in impressive fashion. In the main event, Subriel Matias stopped Jeremías Ponce for a vacant super lightweight title belt. The card also featured one of the most jaw-dropping knockouts of the year as Willie Jones, an underdog, stopped previously unbeaten Derrick Jackson with a well-placed left hook to the chin. The end came at 1:22 of the first round. This episode features post-fight interviews with Owens, James, trainer Sankara Frazier and Matias. Intro music: “Ali Shuffle,” by the Toler/Townsend Band. Special thanks to Deb Toler. The full instrumental is available for purchase: music.apple.com/us/album/ali-shuffle/334927560?i=334927635 --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brian-johnson492/support