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Tickets for our events: https://www.vipboxing.co.uk/buy-ticketsBlimey, there's a real feast of boxing on the cards this week. Zelfa Barrett's set to light up Bolton, Fabio Wardley brings the thunder to Ipswich, and Callum Simpson returns to raise hell in Barnsley.Andy, Steve, and John get stuck in, chewing the fat over these bouts and plenty more besides.
Bell 2 Bell returns after a short break. This week we're joined by broadcaster and pundit Alex Steedman for six rounds of boxing chat. The elephant in the room, after yet another destructive performance, is: how on earth do you match the 20-year-old powerhouse? That and more with Alex, Steve and John in this week's episode of Bell 2 Bell.Tickets to our events: https://www.vipboxing.co.uk/buy-tickets
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Tickets and Events: https://www.vipboxing.co.uk/buy-ticketsThis Week on Bell 2 Bell:Join Steve and John as they are joined by Andy Clarke, the renowned voice of boxing at Sky Sports, to discuss all things boxing. This week, they cover Jake Paul's recent moves in women's boxing, the upcoming clash between Joyce and Hrgović, and whether the loser of this fight is left with nowhere to go. Plus, hear Andy's thoughts on what really gets under his skin at live boxing events.
Tickets and events: https://www.vipboxing.co.uk/buy-ticketsThis week on the Bell 2 Bell podcast, we're joined by former Team GB standout and now undefeated pro (1-0-0) Gemma Richardson. Gemma sits down with Steve and John to cover six big topics - from the length of women's boxing rounds, to how George Foreman might have fared in today's heavyweight scene, and which rising stars could be headlining UK arenas in the next year or two.
Tickets & events: https://www.vipboxing.co.uk/buy-tickets This week on Bell 2 Bell, we're joined by British & Commonwealth Featherweight Champion—and all-around top lad—Zak Miller. Zak, John, and Steve dive into six hot topics, covering everything from VAR in boxing and the best boxing brothers to fiery weigh-ins and more.
https://www.vipboxing.co.uk/buy-ticketsDescription: Last time out, Feargal headlined in America against Lamont Roach, and on St Patrick's Day, he'll be boxing at Madison Square Garden in New York City. Feargal joins Steve and John to discuss his former opponent Roach's fight against 'Tank', the possibility of using five judges in boxing, and the prospect of boxing in Times Square in the not-too-distant future.
Our latest events: https://www.vipboxing.co.uk/buy-ticketsThis week on Bell 2 Bell, we're joined by WBC International Super-Welterweight Champion Lee Cutler.Lee, Steve, and John discuss who needs to impress the most on the monster card in Saudi, how Turki Alalshikh is making decisions for people we least expected, the dangers of the sport, and much more.
Tickets & events: https://www.vipboxing.co.uk/buy-ticketsSteve Lillis and John Evans are back, this time with unified Super-Bantamweight world champion Ellie Scotney. Between them, they speak about Chisora on his Last Dance fight week, the conversations of Wladimir Klitschko doing an encore, and do we really need so many rematches. It's all in this week's Bell 2 Bell podcast.
This week, we're joined by Matt Christie, the former long-term editor of Boxing News, the world's oldest boxing magazine. Christie spent nine years at the helm of the magazine – a testament to his dedication to the sport. He joins Steve and John to discuss his time at Boxing News and share his enduring passion for boxing. Together, they'll delve into six key topics in a series of rapid-fire 'Bell 2 Bell' discussions, each lasting three minutes. Tickets and events: https://www.vipboxing.co.uk/buy-tickets
Last week we were joined by top fighter Ryan Walsh, this week we're joined by top trainer Ryan Bradley. Join Steve Lillis, John Evans and Ryan as they chew the fat over the Eubank Jr vs Benn conundrum, 50-50 fights, promoters and the responsibility of shaping fighters' careers and VIP's Brad Rea deservedly getting a mega opportunity in Saudi.
Gladiator, champion and all round top bloke Ryan Walsh joins Steve Lillis and John Evans to chew the fat over these subjects:ROUND ONE: HAS HE GONE FOR GOOD - FuryROUND TWO: Uysk the great? Unrivalled road warriorROUND THREE: Turki saying boxing fans and boxers need to understand losing isn't the end of the world.ROUND FOUR IF YOU DIDN'T KNOW YOU DO NOW - Saturday proof Turki runs boxingROUND FIVE: Bring back prize fighter. Great concept, now's the right time.ROUND SIX A packed small venue is much better than a curtained-off big arena
2025 is here, and so are Steve Lillis and John Evans. For the first episode of the year, the guys are joined by VIP Boxing head honcho Steve Wood to tackle 6 fresh topics.This week, they discuss Moses Itauma and his potential, the must-see rematch between Liam Cameron and Ben Whittaker, and the prospect of an unprecedented number of boxing shows in 2025. But is it a good thing? Or could it be too much?Join the guys for all the insights, and let us know your thoughts on any of the subjects.
The Boys Are Back in Town—No, Not Thin Lizzy!Steve Lillis reunites with his former BoxNation colleague Alex Steedman, alongside the ever-reliable John Evans, for another episode of Bell 2 Bell. This week, the trio tackles six captivating topics, each debated within a strict three-minute window.In the aftermath of this weekend's dramatic events, the team delves into the burning questions: Just how good is Galal Yafai? Did his performance send Sunny Edwards tumbling from world level, or is Galal already proving himself a top-tier fighter? They also examine Lawrence Okolie's move to heavyweight—how will he fare in the formidable division?Additionally, the concept of a ‘drawn round' gives some food for thought: should boxing incorporate more drawn rounds? The guys reflect on the Central Area showdown between Kane Gardner and Reece MacMillan, where razor-thin margins left some rounds almost impossible to call.Catch all this and more in the latest episode of Bell 2 Bell, featuring top horseracing and boxing broadcaster Alex Steedman.
Zelfa Barrett is back—and he's bringing the fire to Bolton this weekend. Ahead of his highly anticipated return to the ring, Barrett steps in for six raw, unfiltered rounds with Steve and John. The burning question in the lightweight division: is Shakur Stevenson the heir to the throne, or does Gervonta Davis still rule supreme? Plus, a no-holds-barred look at the electric boxing scene in Manchester.
The Bell 2 Bell podcast returns! Join Steve Lillis and John Evans as they delve into a variety of topics with light-heavyweight fighter Brad Rea. In this episode, the team discusses the rise of Saudi boxing, how the way we consume the sport has evolved, and the impact these changes are having on small hall boxing—and much more. Brad Rea will be fighting for the Light-Heavyweight Silver Commonwealth title on Saturday, November 23rd, 2024. The fight and undercard will be available to stream on both the Boxing News YouTube channel and VIP Promotions feeds.Follow us on social media: https://linktr.ee/vipboxing
Commonwealth Games representative and GB squad member Jodie looks forward to Saturday's big VIP Boxing card in Leeds which is live on TALKSport boxing YouTube. She talks about how she started boxing, a 40kg weight loss and what it's like training with former World champion Josh Warrington.
This week on the rapid fire pod it is 30 minutes of non-stop #boxing talk.Woody speaks about the future of VIP and the role Josh Warrington will play.Also we look back at Saturday's VIP promoted classic between Kane Gardner and Jamie Robinson.Woody isn't happy with Ryan Garcia's 12 months ban.The boys also discuss Tyler Denny, the new Dubois and look forward to Fisher v Babic
Welterweight hope Ashley Marron joins Steve Lillis & John Evans on Bell 2 Bell E163. Unbeaten Ashley who bids for his seventh straight win on VIP's big Bolton show on June 29 makes his Bell 2 Bell debut. He talks British boxing's great rivalries and the Four Kings. Steve and John look back on the performances of Chris Billam-Smith and Jack Massey last weekend. Will small hall boxing suffer if there's a Saudi boxing league and a look ahead to this weekend's Lewis Crocker v Conah Walker.
154 Fight road warrior Jordan Grannum, joins Steve Lillis and John Evans for @VIPBoxingPromotions Bell 2 Bell. We ripped up the script this week and let Jordan do the talking, as he offers insight into being British boxing's top journeymen. The 30 minutes flew by and you'll see or hear why when you download.
No apologies for this week being Saudi stacked, as the lads look back on what was a sensational weekend in the Desert. Was it British boxing's greatest night, is Wilder criticism harsh, Nick Ball, promoter peace and boxing's new fight capital.
VIP head honcho Steve Wood joins Steve Lillis and John Evans for @VIPBoxingPromotions Bell 2 Bell. This week Steve gives a Wood Warrington 2 update and looks ahead to a great VIP card on June 29 when Kane Gardner faces Jamie Robinson. There is stacks more with the boys giving their 5 v 5 tips, look at the judging in Taylor v Catterall and there is a Cruiserweight love-in.
TOP trainer Alex Matvienko joins Steve and John for a special VIP Boxing Bell 2 Bell This week there are no bells ringing every three minutes, just 30 mins of pure talk looking back on the weekend in Saudi when the world stopped for #furyusyk. There is also time to look forward to this weekend's blockbuster between Josh Taylor and Jack Catterall. Twitter/ X
Unbeaten Middleweight Marcus Tomlinson joins VIP Bell 2 Bell from Hamzah Sheeraz's Dubai training camp Ep158. Along with hosts Steve Lillis and John Evans, Marcus talks camp life with the blue chip Middleweight hope and boxing's biggest stories. The boys look forward to Fury v Usyk and ask would the winner cope with Lennox Lewis? Also, what's next for Lomachenko and how much does having a famous boxing Dad help.
Unbeaten Middleweight Brad Goldsmith joins Steve Lillis and John Evans Bell 2 Bell Ep157. Brad looks ahead to his Commonwealth eliminator in Leicester on March 14. The boys look back on Inoue, Canelo, Brad has his say on drug flops, Steve is up for Bentley v Dignum, talks Dad and Son team and John chats overhyped fights.
Top boxing journalist Chris McKenna joins Steve and John for @VIPBoxingPromotions Bell 2 Bell E156. Who British boxing's next star why is Floyd Mayweather rucking with upcoming boxers, Billam-Smith v Riakporhe, Ryan Garcia, Life in Saudi, and keep Vegas alive as boxing's fight capital.
VIP Super-Lightweight Tom Farrell joins Steve Lillis and John Evans for @VIPBoxingPromotions Bell 2 Bell E155. Fazza is back in action in June and he talks about his hopes for the future. They look back on Haney v Garcia, Tom talks the amateurs, Will Deontay Wilder get his mojo back, the boss of Saudi scrapping Turki, childhood heroes and a look forward to two Liverpool shows on Saturday including the return of VIP's Mason Cartwright.
Former @VIPBoxingPromotions pro Joe Eko joins Steve Lillis and John Evans for the latest episode of Bell 2 Bell.The boys chat Queensbury v Matchroom, Haney v Garcia, Sunny Edwards , Noakes v Mendy, Boxers wages
@VIPBoxingPromotions chief Steve Wood joins Steve Lillis and John Evans for Bell 2 Bell Ep153 Woody brings us up-to-date on all the latest new at VIP Boxing plans to take his promotional group to the next level. VIP stable star Zelfa Barrett faces Jordan Gill on Saturday and we look ahead to a great night of action at Manchester Arena. Woody also talks boxer inactivity and Lillis asks him what small hall promoters must to do to breakthrough. The boys also look back on the Wardley v Clarke bloodbath, dream of Chamberlain v Noakes and what rule changes can be made.
CUTS and hand wrap expert Nat Lewis joins Steve Lillis and John Evans Bell 2 Bell E152. Nat is one of the most experienced licence holders in British boxing and works with boxers from Joe Gallagher's stable.Nat tells us about her career, her hand wrap techniques and those who have helped her make headway in boxing. She discusses women in boxing and the worst cuts Nat has ever seen.There is also a look ahead to Easter Sunday's big night of action in London when Fabio Wardley faces Frazer Clarke. One of John 's favourites Florian Marku is also in action.We also ask who ate boxing's hidden gems after Logan Richardson's breakout win on VIP Boxing's Liverpool card last weekend when he stunned Jake Harrison.
TOP drawer boxing commentator Andy Clarke joins Steve Lillis and John Evans for @VIPBoxingPromotions Bell 2 Bell Ep15. Alway eloquent and on point, Andy is a brilliant guest yet again. The boys look back on the BBBC awards that Andy hosted, looks forward to Smith v Zepeda, What's next for Leigh Wood, Ryan Garcia's woes, William Zepeda, Joe Joyce and boxing 's hometown heroes.
@VIPBoxingPromotions Bell 2 Bell reaches 150 episodes with a VIP guest IBF World Super-Bantamweight champion Ellie Scotney. Elle is on top form as always, joining Steve Lillis and John Evans for 30 minutes of nonstop boxing talk. The boss of South London boxing talks about her huge upcoming unification clash against unbeaten French star Segolene LeFebvre. Also what is going down in Queensbury v Matchroom's June 1 battle, Nathan Heaney, Brad Davies, Nick Ball, Tyson v Paul and Joshua v Ngannou.
Manchester trainer Ryan Bradley joins Steve Lillis and John Evans for Bell 2 Bell, ep149. Ryan looks forward to @VIPBoxingPromotions big Blackpool show on Saturday where his big punching Rhys Woods bids to upset James Moorcroft. He also asks what is next for for Dillian Whyte, chats fighters who switch trainers. There is also time to preview the big Saudi show on Friday featuring Anthony Joshua v Francis Ngannou and Joseph Parker v Zhilel Zhang. Steve worries for Ryan Garcia
The fighting pride of Liverpool boxing Jazza Dickens joins Steve Lillis and Jazza Dickens for the the brand, spanking @VIPBoxingPromotions Bell 2 Bell. Jazza returns and has plenty to say in this week's six rounds of fighting talk. Love for Sam Eggington, Butler v Harris, 90 plus fights in Britain this weekend, How good is Florian Marku, Canelo and Jazza reveals his return as a super-featherweight.
TOP British boxing figure Jon Pegg is back for Bell 2 Bell E147 with Steve Lillis and John Evans. Jon is always worth a listen and few in British boxing have his knowledge or can offer such insight. This week John discusses the state of British boxing, looks forward to Taylor v Catterall, Asks where AJ is in his career, the WBC going six mad and more.
Former British Featherweight champion Ryan Walsh joins Steve Lillis & John Evans on Bell 2 Bell Ep146. Ryan owns one of the shrewdest boxing brains and his knowledge is another level. There are some great topics on @VIPBoxingPromotions pod this week. Who is the latest Lightweight monsters, Ryan rates? 13 is lucky for Sam Noakes, the lack of domestic TV shows in the next month, that cut, Reece Bellotti and the man Middleweights are sleeping on.
Top trainer Alex Matvienko is the special guest today as he joins Steve Lillis and John Evans for a Knockout Bell 2 Bell
Popular Yorkhire boxer Jimmy First joins Steve Lillis and John Evans for Bell 2 Bell. 'The Fist' retires after boxing in Bradford on Saturday 3rd February and explains why he is getting out at the right time. He also gives his view on the colossal Tyson Fury v Oleksandr Usyk clash.Also, Dalton Smith v Jose Zepeda, Zelfa Barrett, Netflix and boxing and we ask Conor Benn ever box in Britain again?
Jack Flatley is the special guest as he chats boxing with Steve Lillis and John Evans on @VIPBoxingPromotions Bell 2 Bell. Jack looks forward to his big Commonwealth Super-Welterweight title eliminator against Ryan Amos on March 2 that will be streamed live on VIP TV. The boys also look back on Jonas v Meyer and last week's news that Eddie Hearn and Frank Warren could tangle in the ring....well the fighters are likely to. Also is AJ right to stay with Ben Davison, favourite KO punches and put some respect on John Ryder's name.
VIP Boxing Super-Middleweight hope Brad Rea joins Steve Lillis and John Evans for Bell 2 Bell, ep 142. Brad will be back on TV cards soon after two big-hitting wins on @VIPBoxingPromotions bills and one of his topics on the top boxing podcast is all about his trainer switch before those wins. John pays homage to his favourite Naoya Inoue, and has anyone seen Abdul Wahid???? Steve muscles in on the Smith Brothers and discusses Saudi undercards. Brad also discusses the mouthwatering Beterbiev v Bivol super fight
VIP chief Steve Wood joins Steve Lillis and John Evans for Bell 2 Bell, ep141 The rapid fire pod returns after a break with the main man at @VIPBoxingPromotions Steve Wood. This week Steve reveals the first VIP Boxing shows of 2024 and firmly expects Manchester's Number one promoters to move up a level or two in the new years. There is also time for look back at a disappointing weekend for Ohara Davies, the success of Saudi boxing and which unknown stars will emerge in the next 12 months. Instagram
Six rounds of non-stop boxing chat on lightning pod Bell 2 Bell, courtesy of VIP Boxing Promotions. This week Steve Lillis and John Evans are joined by Manchester trainer Ryan Bradley, who is also an occasional voice on VIP TV. This week Devin Haney's punch-perfect weekend, marmite man Ben Whittaker, Josh Kelly, Jai Opetaia, support for ex-boxers and a look ahead to Sunny Edwards v Bam Rodriguez. Instagram
Top boxing journalist Chris McKenna joins Steve Lillis and John Evans for Bell 2 Bell Ep139.Instagram
British title contender Macaulay McGowan joins Steve Lillis and John Evans for @VIPBoxingPromotions Bell 2 Bell E138. This week, Steve worries that fighters clashing at press conferences could cause a big fight to be scrapped. Why? John Evans confesses to getting Cameron v Taylor wrong, while Macaulay defends referees and says where small hall promoters are getting it wrong. There is also a look ahead to Matchroom Boxing's stunning weekend card in Belfast.Instagram
MANCHESTER boxing trainer Ian Harrison joins Steve Lillis and John Evans for @VIPBoxingPromotions Bell 2 Bell ep137. Ian makes his debut and has his say on the big boxing topics. What a weekend of fights we reflect on, the boys look forward to Cameron v Taylor and talk about the worst fight ever. Ian is the main man at Manchester Ex-Boxers association and talks the EBAs around Britain. Instagram
This week on VIP Boxing's Bell 2 Bell podcast, Professional Boxing Manager Carl Greaves sits down with Steve Lillis and John Evans to talk boxing in Saudia Arabia, the differences between amateur and professional boxing, a look to Saturday the 18th's Magnificent Seven fight night in Manchester, and more! Instagram
BOXING all-rounder and film director Jon Pegg joins Steve and John for the latest edition of the rapid-fire pod.Former pro-fighter who now manages, trains, promoters and matches shows is always a knockout guest.This week on @VIPBoxingPromotions Bell 2 Bell podcast, the trio ask what is next for Welsh world champ Joe Cordina, a look at fighters who get out of boxing what they put in, the perils facing small hall boxing, the best corner work ever, and more.John Evans asks Jon Pegg how often boxers should fight and the fellas confess the big fight tips they got horribly wrong!0:00 Intro4:32 What next for Cordina?7:50 Boxers who get out what they put into the sport10:40 Best corner work you've ever seen15:44 How often should boxers be fighting?20:45 Fights you got wrong23:50 The state of small hall boxing28:30 Wrapping up
It's a Fury v Ngannou special on @VIPBoxingPromotions Bell 2 Bell ep 134 with Steve Lillis, John Evans and Steve Wood. The boys look back on the Saturday night madness in Saudi Arabia when MMA star Francis Ngannou came within a whisker of toppling the Gypsy King. Was for UFC ace Ngannou's performance the best boxing debut ever? Steve Lillis reckons boxing will recover and there is lots more about Tyson's future and Ngannou's in the ring. We also loom back on Fabio Wardley's magnificent performance on the same card.
2-0 Super-Featherweight Lee Gormley is a unique guest in @VIPBoxingPromotions Bell 2 Bell this week. Besides being a professional boxer, Lee has had his work published in Boxing News, Boxing Monthly and now works for BOXRAW. His knowledge on Bell 2 Bell sees him pay tribute to Jorge Linares and he asks will Fury v Ngannou mark the end of cross over fights. Steve Lillis reckons venues make fights even better John Evans is excited for Wardley v Adeleye and is demanding Kal Yafai v Charlie Edwards.
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