Podcasts about matchroom

Johnny Fisher and his army of fans flock to Monte Carlo for this weekend's big card. The Romford Bull talks about his late change of opponent in Ivan Balaz, training under Tony Sims' at the Matchroom gym, his love of coffee and England's cricket chances against Australia in the remaining Ashes Test matches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ade Oladipo and Gareth A Davies reflect on a busy weekend of domestic boxing which saw Jeamie TKV beat Frazer Clarke to become the British Heavyweight ChampionElsewhere there was a routine first round win for Ben Whittaker on his Matchroom debut.We also get stuck into the huge fight announcement made stateside as Shakur Stevenson steps up to fight Teofimo Lopez PLUS, we discuss Oleskandr Usyk's desire to fight Deontay Wilder and Katie Taylor reportedly set to fight Ronda Rousey! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ben Whittaker destroys Benjamin Gavasi in his debut with Matchroom. Is he ready to shed his prospect status and start contending with the major players at 175? Big things happening in New York in January. Will Vinnie and Billy be heading North? Tune in and find out. Write to us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠keotbboxing@gmail.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on Instagram @KEOTBBOXING Subscribe to the Youtube page @KEOTBPodcast. Remember to like, subscribe, and review the show!!!

Join Charlie Parsons and Sunny Edwards for 'Small Talk', this week reviewing Ben Whittaker's Matchroom debut against Benjamin Gavazi with guests including The Surgeon himself, Dizzee Rascal, Eddie Hearn with a new fight announcement including Ishmael Davis vs Bilal Fawaz, exclusive insight and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Barry Hearn joins Jake and Damian for a no-nonsense masterclass in ambition, resilience, and the mindset that turned a kid from a council estate into one of the most influential figures in global sport. The legendary Matchroom founder opens up about the work ethic shaped by his formidable mother, the chip on his shoulder that fuelled his rise, and the Christmas Eve moment in 1988 when he stood on the brink of bankruptcy, before one audacious deal changed everything.Across the conversation, Barry lays out his 10 Rules for Life: why “everything is a competition,” how sheer graft can make you look like a genius, why honesty is a superpower, and what it means to be “unbeatable” even when life dents you. He reflects on building empires in snooker, darts, and boxing, the importance of thinking poorly to stay sharp, and the role fire, fun, and relentless optimism have played in his seven decades of success.This is Barry Hearn in full force, funny, fierce, and fiercely honest, offering the timeless laws of success from a man who refuses to be beaten. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Tony Bellew and Frank Smith speak with Jamie Ward about a huge night in Birmingham headlined by Ben Whittaker's Matchroom debut against Benjamin Gavazi. There's a tasty chief support rematch with Cameron Vuong and Gavin Gwynne plus 'Meatball' Molly McCann's second pro fight and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Devin Haney dominated Brian Norman Jr last weekend, won a world belt in a third weight class, only to be met by criticism from Conor Benn. Does Benn warrant a shot at Haney and, should he get one, can he win? We also look ahead to a busy weekend in Britain when Ben Whittaker makes his Matchroom debut in a contest surely designed for him to make a statement and remind fans what all the fuss is about. Meanwhile, Frazer Clarke and Jeamie TKV lock horns on the BBC with the vacant British heavyweight title up for grabs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ade Oladipo and Gareth A Davies reflect on an action packed night in Riyadh which featured four World title fights, headlined by David Benavidez demolition of Anthony Yarde.Benavidez confirmed after he will be moving up to cruiserweight next to fight Zurdo Ramirez we discuss if that's the right move for the Mexican, elsewhere Devin Haney became a three weight world champion by beating Brian Norman Jnr, he was asked about a potential match up with Conor Benn afterwards too.We hear from Anthony Joshua, Gareth was in Miami to speak to the former unified heavyweight champ as he began press duties for his fight with Jake PaulAnd we look ahead to the British title fight between Frazer Clarke and Jeamie TKV and a Matchroom debut for Ben Whittaker. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this show, we are talking about last night's fight card. We start with a hot-button topic of the three major fighters who have been champions and retained their position atop of the sport, which journey have you enjoyed the most: David Benavidez, Devin Haney or Jesse "Bam" RodriguezWe will also break down Benavidez win over Anthony Yarde, Haney defeating Brian Norman Jr, and "Bam" defeating Fernando Martinez. Also, we talk about what might be the "Fight of the Year" as Abdullah Mason wins the WBO lightweight title over Sam Noakes in a modern classic, that might have been too good to be a vacant title fight. Also, we talk about Mizuki Hiruta, who made her sixth title defense of her WBO junior bantamweight women's title, and Francisco Veron, who defeated Roiman Villa on ProBox TV. This week, we have two marquee cards. On Saturday, Lukie will be on-site in Fresno for the ProBox TV. He gives a detailed explanation of why you should watch Justin Pauldo, Charlie Sheehy, Karlos Balderas, and many others involved. In the U.K., on Saturday, light heavyweight Ben Whittaker makes his Matchroom debut. Also on the card, Molly McCann, and a rematch between Cameron Vuong-Gavin Gwynne0:00 Thoughts on Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez 11:30 David Benavidez25:12 Devin Haney beats Brian Norman Jr39:30 Abdullah Mason-Sam Noakes45:43 Jake Paul-Anthony Joshua50:50 Francisco Veron 56:00 Mizuki Hiruta 59:30 Ben Whittaker01:02:00 ProBox TV breakdown01:13:15 R.I.P. Vanes Martirosyan

Emily Frazer is the CEO of Matchroom Multi Sport. She's led the charge in transforming sports like 9-ball pool into fast-growing, commercially compelling global properties, building new formats, elevating athlete storytelling, and bringing fresh audiences into what we could call a challenger landscape. The Multi-Sport story was told to perfection in the recent Matchroom Netflix series, shining a light on the lesser known side of the organisation at the centre of the boxing world and driving the boom we've seen in the darts. The question for Emily is simple: can the success in these other sports be replicated in the multi-sport model?Ahead of the Mosconi Cup next week at Ally Pally (pool's answer to the Ryder Cup), Emily delivers a compelling reveal on life behind the Matchroom curtain and what it's going to take to deliver an emerging sport on a global stage. Timestamps:00:00 Intro05:01 What is Multi Sport?16:31 How Early Opportunities Accelerate Learning20:53 How Did Matchroom Become the “Owner” of the Sport?26:35 What's the Master Plan to Make Nine-Ball a Global Sport?31:46 Is Narrative More Important Than Quality Now?34:14 The Upcoming Mosconi Cup36:33 Do Athlete Brands Matter More Than Teams Now?40:47 Is It Truly a Viable Job for Players?44:11 Where Matchroom's Core Revenue in Pool Comes From49:42 Should Matchroom Create a Unified Fan Loyalty Program?54:41 Pressure to Match Darts' Success59:59 Why Pool Is More Accessible Than Snooker01:03:09 Quick-Fire RoundOn today's show we discuss: From ‘Special Events' to a Global Multisport Division:How a once-overlooked corner of Matchroom evolved from “the joke department” into one of the company's fastest-growing verticals.The commercial blueprint Matchroom is applying, from multi-table events to digital-first broadcasting, social virality and new formats.The weight of carrying a whole sport on your shoulders, and why Emily believes that “80% crazy” is an essential part of the job.The belief that with the right innovation, risk, and relentlessness, Pool will become a global powerhouse.Athletes, Pressure & Player Pathways:The human realities of managing athletes in a developing sport. Expectation, frustration, and the emotional weight of leading a tour they rely on to feed their families.Why Pool is one of the rare sports where amateurs can face legends, and how that creates powerful fan moments that drive new fandom.How the rise of local ranking events has unlocked hidden talent in Vietnam, the Philippines, the U.S. and beyond.Commercial Strategy, Media & Monetisation:The economics of Pool today: ticketing, sponsorship, WNT TV, and the importance of viewership for long-term sustainability.Why Pool cannot rely on tradition or federation structures, and must innovate faster and more aggressively than snooker or darts ever did.The long-term vision: a profitable global tour, star-driven marketing, and a world where Pool sits alongside darts and snooker in Matchroom's “big three.”A huge thank you to our amazing partners on the show: DavidGo and check out the amazing products revolutionising the protein bar at https://davidprotein.comStrydeBringing sports investment opportunities to your door. Visit http://www.gostryde.com to become part of the movement!Mosconi Cup Ticketshttps://www.alexandrapalace.com/whats-on/mosconi-cup/

Eddie Hearn doesn't hold back! In this explosive reaction, the Matchroom boss shuts down the wild speculation surrounding supposed Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua contracts. Hearn gives his unfiltered thoughts on the rumours, breaks down where these stories are coming from, and explains why the whole thing has left him fuming. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today I sit down with the one and only Barry Hearn, a man who's lived a hundred lifetimes in the world of sports promotion.From his epic rise building Matchroom, to being Chris Eubank's best man, to making the iconic Bugnár vs Frank Bruno fight happen, Barry brings the stories, the wisdom, and the madness behind the scenes.We get into the Sky deal that changed everything, how Anthony Joshua and Conor Benn became part of the Matchroom family, and the journey to global domination in boxing, darts, snooker and beyond.This one's inspirational, hilarious, and full of gems.Don't miss it.BIG THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!Target Lifts: https://targetlifts.co.uk/Recovero: https://www.recovero.meMarc Oliver: Offer 20% Upgrade on Gift Voucher Spend £500 Get £600. Use link: https://marcoliver.com/gift-voucher-promotion/Free Bespoke Shirt with any Suit - worth £275. Use link: https://marcoliver.com/free-bespoke-shirt-with-any-suit/Wyldecrest Events: https://wyldecrestevents.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Matt and EzRaw discuss the latest in boxing news including:News and Notes- Mike from Twitter says that Jake Paul is finalizing a deal for a heavyweight grudge match with Anthony Joshua.- Vergil Ortiz vs. Jaron Ennis does not appear to be next. - Devin Haney Sounds Off On Brian Norman Ahead of Their Showdown. - Xander Zayas and Abass Baraou Go Head To Head In HUGE Unification Bout on January 31 in Puerto Rico. - Subriel Matias and Dalton Smith had their kickoff press conference for their January 10 bout. - Callum Smith vs. David Morrell- Moses Itauma-Jermaine Franklin Showdown Tops Annual Magnificent 7 Event. - Paramount has announced that Paramount+ will implement price increases in the US in the first quarter of 2026. - Joseph Parker reportedly tests positive for cocaine. - Lester Martinez returns in March.- Osleys Iglesias and Bruno Surace are in negotiations to face each other on January 31. EZ Money Parlay of the Day, EzRaw Report Card, EzRaw Breakdown- EzRaw Breakdown and Report Card: Rafael Espinoza vs. Arnold Khegai- Full Brunch Boxing breakdown of Chris Eubank vs. Conor Benn:- Mike's Ez Money Parlay, Ezra's Raw Hard Cash and Matt's Best Bet. Booking the Territory: Matchroom is ComingQuick Hits- Former two-weight world champion Reggie Johnson is appealing to the public for assistance with medical expenses. - IBF Flyweight Champion Masamichi Yabuki is slated to return to the ring against Felix Alvarado on December 27 at the Aichi Sky Expo in Tokoname, Aichi, Japan. - Olivia Curry and Kaye Scott Run It Back For Unified Middleweight Championship. Thoughts?- Pryce Taylor is slated to return to the ring against Michael Coffie on December 20 at a Salita Promotions event at the Fox Theatre in Detroit, Michigan.- Tony Harrison is slated to return to the ring against Brian Damian Chaves on December 20 at a Salita Promotions event at the Fox Theatre in Detroit, Michigan.- Ramon Cardenas Return Tops Stacked ProBox Event. Thoughts?- Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. is slated to return to the ring on in San Luis Potosí, Mexico on January 24..Read the latest news at Brunch BoxingThoughts or questions? Email us at brunchboxingqa@gmail.comHosts: Matt, and EzRawSocial: MikeProducer: Huey

Would you believe it's the season finale of Flash Knockdown in it's sixth series... Matchroom's Jamie Ward and Scott Hammerton bow out for 2025 with Eddie Hearn who is elated following Conor Benn's victory over Chris Eubank Jr plus the news Anthony Joshua will fight Jake Paul, IBF World Welterweight Champion Lewis Crocker makes it public he wants to defend his first World Title defence to be against The Destroyer Conor Benn, Jesse ‘Bam' Rodriguez looks ahead to Saturday's Super Flyweight unification bout in Riyadh and Craig Richards talks his big South London clash with Dan Azeez in Ghana next month. There's all the usual quizzes, nonsense and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on the radio show. 1 - Smoko Chat. Metallica review 6 - Must listen. https://apple.co/43DPZPI 10 - Eddie Hearn on Anthony Joshua v Jake Paul. 14 - Must watch. The Matchroom. https://bit.ly/47Ojcdk 19 - Not For Radio. 22 - Egg toss champs. 25 - Weird Kids. 28 - Job interview hack. 31 - Trump impersonator. 33 - Late mail. 36 - Last drinks.

Off the weekend and the compelling Conor Benn rematch win over Chris Eubank Jr. and Rafael Espinoza battering another opponent in a WBO title defense we're ready to recap it all on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter have their takes here. First, they recap Saturday's Ring magazine DAZN PPV card in LondonConor Benn W12 Chris Eubank Jr. in a rematch, where the Benn's finally get a win over the Eubanks. Where do both go from here? Also, on the undercardJack Catterall scores a KO12 of Ekow Essuman and wins WBO GlobalPlus, 147 lb. contender Adam Azim TKO12 against Kurt Scoby and wins vacant WBO Intercontinental 140Next a Recap of  Saturday's Top Rank/Zanfer card in San Luis Potosi, MexicoFeatherweight Rafael Espinoza TKO11 Arnold Khegai, retains WBO featherweight title. A brutal beating of Khegai that should have been stopped sooner. And on the undercard,Junior welterweight Emiliano Vargas W10 Jonathan Montrel and Junior welterweight Lindolfo Delgado W12 split Gabriel Gollaz Valenzuela, IBF title eliminator –with controversy! And, Heavyweight Richard Torrez TKO1 against Tomas Salek. Torrez need better competition.  NewsFormer WBO heavyweight titleholder Joseph Parker tested positive for cocaine in a urine test administered on the day that he suffered an 11th-round knockout loss to Fabio Wardley last month that cost him the WBO interim belt and a due mandatory shot at undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk.Turki Alasheikh/Eddie Hearn hinted at Fury-Joshua in September during the Benn-Eubank show. September?? Really? And, Matchroom and DAZN announce four Jan/Feb main events, which includes:IBF lightweight titlist Raymond Muratalla vs. mandatory challenger Andy Cruz  IBF junior middleweight titlist Bakhram Murtazaliev vs. mandatory challenger Josh Kelly  Junior lightweight rematch between former featherweight titleholders Leigh Wood and Josh Warrington  Junior lightweight unification fight pairing WBO titlist Emanuel Navarrete and IBF titlist Eduardo “Sugar” Nunez.Dan has more on these.It's all part of the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

Off the weekend and the compelling Conor Benn rematch win over Chris Eubank Jr. and Rafael Espinoza battering another opponent in a WBO title defense we're ready to recap it all on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter have their takes here. First, they recap Saturday's Ring magazine DAZN PPV card in LondonConor Benn W12 Chris Eubank Jr. in a rematch, where the Benn's finally get a win over the Eubanks. Where do both go from here? Also, on the undercardJack Catterall scores a KO12 of Ekow Essuman and wins WBO GlobalPlus, 147 lb. contender Adam Azim TKO12 against Kurt Scoby and wins vacant WBO Intercontinental 140Next a Recap of  Saturday's Top Rank/Zanfer card in San Luis Potosi, MexicoFeatherweight Rafael Espinoza TKO11 Arnold Khegai, retains WBO featherweight title. A brutal beating of Khegai that should have been stopped sooner. And on the undercard,Junior welterweight Emiliano Vargas W10 Jonathan Montrel and Junior welterweight Lindolfo Delgado W12 split Gabriel Gollaz Valenzuela, IBF title eliminator –with controversy! And, Heavyweight Richard Torrez TKO1 against Tomas Salek. Torrez need better competition.  NewsFormer WBO heavyweight titleholder Joseph Parker tested positive for cocaine in a urine test administered on the day that he suffered an 11th-round knockout loss to Fabio Wardley last month that cost him the WBO interim belt and a due mandatory shot at undisputed champion Oleksandr Usyk.Turki Alasheikh/Eddie Hearn hinted at Fury-Joshua in September during the Benn-Eubank show. September?? Really? And, Matchroom and DAZN announce four Jan/Feb main events, which includes:IBF lightweight titlist Raymond Muratalla vs. mandatory challenger Andy Cruz  IBF junior middleweight titlist Bakhram Murtazaliev vs. mandatory challenger Josh Kelly  Junior lightweight rematch between former featherweight titleholders Leigh Wood and Josh Warrington  Junior lightweight unification fight pairing WBO titlist Emanuel Navarrete and IBF titlist Eduardo “Sugar” Nunez.Dan has more on these.It's all part of the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

December 20 is history in the making. The South London derby between Craig Richards and Dan Azeez headlines to Accra, Ghana - Matchroom's first event in Africa. Listen to the launch press conference with Eddie Hearn plus Heavyweight hope Leo Atang who also fights on the card. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Don't miss Eubank Jr vs Benn 2, November 15th, only on DAZN. Click here to buy the PPV and get a 7-day free trial: https://www.dazn.com/ifltv Frank Smith doesn't hold back!

Don't miss Eubank Jr vs Benn 2, November 15th, only on DAZN. Click here to buy the PPV and get a 7-day free trial: https://www.dazn.com/ifltv Sunny Edwards doesn't hold back!

Eddie Hearn loses it!

'IT MIGHT JUST BE THE F****** END..'- EDDIE HEARN IN DEPTH EXCLUSIVE REVEALS ALL ON MATCHROOM FUTURE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2-0, 18 year old Heavyweight hope Leo Atang discusses his journey so far, what Anthony Joshua said to him at the Matchroom rebrand, a future fight with Moses Itauma and an update on his injury. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Weighing in with Travis Hartman, Amaury Piedra, the managing director of the Caribe Royale in Orlando, explains how his background in hotel management led him into boxing promotion through partnerships with Eric Enrique and BOXLAB Promotions. Combining his hospitality expertise with his passion for boxing, he's helped grow the sport in Central Florida while promoting the Caribe brand through televised events with Matchroom and MVP, turning fights into valuable marketing opportunities. He emphasizes integrity, relationships, and continual improvement, applying lessons from his corporate career to build sustainable success in boxing. Piedra emphasizes how BOXLAB supports local fighters, creates opportunities on major platforms, and prioritizes honesty and safety over profit. Balancing his hotel role with boxing, he credits teamwork, planning, and transparency for their rapid rise and positive reputation, ultimately aiming to grow both the sport and the community through ethical leadership and strategic partnerships.   #Orlando #boxing

A very intriguing heavyweight main event in England leads our show and we got lots of news incluidng on the heavyweight division's top stars on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael to give their takes.First a preview of Saturday's Queensberry/DAZN PPV main event from LondonJoseph Parker vs. Fabio Wardley, 12 rounds, for Parker's WBO interim heavyweight title. It's a significant risk for Parker against the hard punching Wardley, when he's already in line to be the full WBO champ or get the undisputed title shot with Oleksandr Usyk next year. Then, some NewsWe are recapping Danny Garcia's KO4 of Daniel Rodriguez last Saturday night in Brooklyn, NY. Is Danny done and is he a HOFer?Next, Usyk says he is back in training after back injury, plans to fight in 2026 and wants to fight for three more years (until he is 41). We're not so sure on that last one.Meanwhile, Tyson Fury strongly reiterated his retirement (yet, again) in an interview with YouTube channel FurociTV. We still don't believe him at this point.And, then that leaves... After teasing a December return for Anthony Joshua, Eddie Hearn has said he won't be back until at least February and perhaps, in Africa. Will Joshua end up fighting Fury??Next, Matchroom Boxing on Thursday won the purse bid for the fight between IBF lightweight titlist Raymond Muratalla and Matchroom-promoted mandatory challenger Andy Cruz. Dan has the latest.Former IBF welterweight titlist Kell Brook is ending a four-year retirement an will fight on February 13 to honor his friend Ricky Hatton. He fights Eisa Al Dah, who was supposed to fight Hatton in December, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.  And, finally, Top Rank has no deal for a platform yet but announced that it will show the Mary Spencer-Mikaela Mayer card from Montreal that headlines an Eye of the Tiger Promotions card on its Top Rank Classics channel, which is free on major FAST hubs, including Tubi, Pluto and Roku. We have more on that.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview" Podcast and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

A very intriguing heavyweight main event in England leads our show and we got lots of news incluidng on the heavyweight division's top stars on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael to give their takes.First a preview of Saturday's Queensberry/DAZN PPV main event from LondonJoseph Parker vs. Fabio Wardley, 12 rounds, for Parker's WBO interim heavyweight title. It's a significant risk for Parker against the hard punching Wardley, when he's already in line to be the full WBO champ or get the undisputed title shot with Oleksandr Usyk next year. Then, some NewsWe are recapping Danny Garcia's KO4 of Daniel Rodriguez last Saturday night in Brooklyn, NY. Is Danny done and is he a HOFer?Next, Usyk says he is back in training after back injury, plans to fight in 2026 and wants to fight for three more years (until he is 41). We're not so sure on that last one.Meanwhile, Tyson Fury strongly reiterated his retirement (yet, again) in an interview with YouTube channel FurociTV. We still don't believe him at this point.And, then that leaves... After teasing a December return for Anthony Joshua, Eddie Hearn has said he won't be back until at least February and perhaps, in Africa. Will Joshua end up fighting Fury??Next, Matchroom Boxing on Thursday won the purse bid for the fight between IBF lightweight titlist Raymond Muratalla and Matchroom-promoted mandatory challenger Andy Cruz. Dan has the latest.Former IBF welterweight titlist Kell Brook is ending a four-year retirement an will fight on February 13 to honor his friend Ricky Hatton. He fights Eisa Al Dah, who was supposed to fight Hatton in December, in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.  And, finally, Top Rank has no deal for a platform yet but announced that it will show the Mary Spencer-Mikaela Mayer card from Montreal that headlines an Eye of the Tiger Promotions card on its Top Rank Classics channel, which is free on major FAST hubs, including Tubi, Pluto and Roku. We have more on that.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview" Podcast and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

In this explosive clip, the Matchroom boss snaps back at critics and rivals alike – including Dana White, Simon Jordan, Anthony Joshua, and Whittaker. From backroom politics to public call-outs, Hearn doesn't hold back. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's yet another light weekend worldwide in the sport, but there is a decent name coming back in the ring in New York and the WBO interim heavyweight champ Joseph Parker is also our guest on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview" Podcast.Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and newsletter. First, a preview of the Saturday's Swift Promotions main at Barclays Center/Brooklyn on Million.co PPV, as Junior middleweight Danny Garcia returns vs. Daniel Gonzalez, 10 rounds in his supposed farewell fight. Dan talked to Garcia recently and gives more. Then, the Parker Interview, as he meets Fabio Wardley October 25th at The O2 Arena In London headlining a Queensberry Promotions DAZN PPV event. Parker taking a significant risk, when he could be fighting Oleksandr Usyk next by sitting tight. Next, some NewsTop Rank confirms the November show in Mexico with their fighters fighting on the Zanfier Promotions card headlined by Rafael Espinoza defending his WBO Featherweight crown. We have the latest.Next, an Update on the Itauama/Pulev-Gassiev heavyweight situation with the WBA. Dan explains.The California athletic commission on Wednesday voted 6-0 to endorse the TKO/Zuffa-based "Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act." There's good back and forth on the situation.Also, Amanda Serrano will return to featherweight to defend her unified WBO/WBA women's titles against Erika Cruz in a rematch of their epic battle in 2023. The fight tops the MVP card on January 3rd on DAZN in San Juan.Back to the always comical WBA, as they ordered newly elevated welterweight titleholder Rolando Romero and mandatory challenger Shakhram Giyasov to meet next. Rolly supposed to, however, fight Manny Pacquiao in January.They have also ordered WBA featherweight titlist Nick Ball to next face mandatory challenger Brandon Figueroa, which is a much better fight, if it comes off.And, Matchroom announced super middleweight contenders Diego Pacheco and Kevin Lele Sadjo will meet in the main event Dec. 13 (DAZN) at Adventist Health Arena in Stockton, California. Meanwhile, WBC cruiserweight titlist Badou Jack and former titlist Noel Mikaelian will meet in a rematch on Dec.13 at a venue to be announced in Los Angeles. First fight was a highly disputed decision in May.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview" Podcast

It's yet another light weekend worldwide in the sport, but there is a decent name coming back in the ring in New York and the WBO interim heavyweight champ Joseph Parker is also our guest on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview" Podcast.Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and newsletter. First, a preview of the Saturday's Swift Promotions main at Barclays Center/Brooklyn on Million.co PPV, as Junior middleweight Danny Garcia returns vs. Daniel Gonzalez, 10 rounds in his supposed farewell fight. Dan talked to Garcia recently and gives more. Then, the Parker Interview, as he meets Fabio Wardley October 25th at The O2 Arena In London headlining a Queensberry Promotions DAZN PPV event. Parker taking a significant risk, when he could be fighting Oleksandr Usyk next by sitting tight. Next, some NewsTop Rank confirms the November show in Mexico with their fighters fighting on the Zanfier Promotions card headlined by Rafael Espinoza defending his WBO Featherweight crown. We have the latest.Next, an Update on the Itauama/Pulev-Gassiev heavyweight situation with the WBA. Dan explains.The California athletic commission on Wednesday voted 6-0 to endorse the TKO/Zuffa-based "Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act." There's good back and forth on the situation.Also, Amanda Serrano will return to featherweight to defend her unified WBO/WBA women's titles against Erika Cruz in a rematch of their epic battle in 2023. The fight tops the MVP card on January 3rd on DAZN in San Juan.Back to the always comical WBA, as they ordered newly elevated welterweight titleholder Rolando Romero and mandatory challenger Shakhram Giyasov to meet next. Rolly supposed to, however, fight Manny Pacquiao in January.They have also ordered WBA featherweight titlist Nick Ball to next face mandatory challenger Brandon Figueroa, which is a much better fight, if it comes off.And, Matchroom announced super middleweight contenders Diego Pacheco and Kevin Lele Sadjo will meet in the main event Dec. 13 (DAZN) at Adventist Health Arena in Stockton, California. Meanwhile, WBC cruiserweight titlist Badou Jack and former titlist Noel Mikaelian will meet in a rematch on Dec.13 at a venue to be announced in Los Angeles. First fight was a highly disputed decision in May.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview" Podcast

Another stacked show of the seventh studio episode of our Flash Knockdown show. Dave Allen reviews his defeat to Arslanbek Makhmudov, a new signing is officially unveiled on set, Diego Pacheco talks his Super Middleweight firefight with Kevin Lele Sadjo, Frank Smith talks all things Matchroom on both sides of the pond and previews our newly announced shows and Jordan Thompson looks to gatecrash the Heavyweight rankings on November 1st but first tackles our weekly quiz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this explosive interview, the Matchroom CEO fires shots over the Simon Jordan and Ben Shalom situation, reacting to the recent show clash drama and giving his thoughts on Dave Allen and Eddie Hearn. Smith pulls no punches as he defends Matchroom, addresses criticism, and speaks on the state of British boxing right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Dakota and Lukie talk about Jaron "Boots" Ennis' first-round knockout over Uisma Lima. How good is Ennis? We discuss in the lead. Also, Keith Thurman and Sebastian Fundora will no longer fight at he end of October.Then, heavyweight Guido Vianello knocked out Alexis Barriere, with thoughts on Tahmir Smalls' win over Jose Roman and Dennis Thompson's close fight with Sean Diaz. Prospect alert on the undercard, watch Giorgio Visioli. He is good, and Naheem Parker beat unbeaten Justin Palmieri. Earlier in the day, Arslanbek Makhmudov revived his career by defeating Dave Allen in an action fight in the U.K. We also talked about Bilal Fawaz defeating Junaid Bostan in their rematch. Plus, we discuss Josh Padley's win over Reece Bellotti. A brief conversation about Red Owl Boxing's very fun card, but also a very late card on Friday Night. Friday we have a solid domestic British card promoted by Matchroom Boxing. The main event is a crossroads middleweight bout between Kieron Conway vs. George Liddard, which will show the trajectory of Liddard's potential. Other notables featured on this card are  Jimmy Sains,  Leli Buttigieg, and Taylor Bevan. A fight I think could be good is Shannon Ryan versus Chloe Watson, which is an evenly matched bout. On Saturday, Danny Garcia will fight for the final time in his career against Daniel Gonzalez. The bout will take place on Millions.co. Supporting bouts are Nahir Albright taking on former champion Richard Commey, Damian Knyba facing Philly veteran Joey Dawejko, the return of Chris Colbert, and possilby the most interesting fight on the card Gabriel Rosado vs. Vaughn Alexander.Saturday on DAZN in Texas, WBC junior flyweight champion Lourdes Juarez will face women's boxing modern legend Yesica Nery Plata in the main event. The co-feature will see a crossroads battle between local favorite Omar Juarez and Omar Rosario. Both were viewed as prospects. Now they both have two losses. Unified women's middleweight Desley Robinson will face Logan Holler, and former titleholder Shurretta Metcalf will face undefeated Krystal Rosado, who is managed by Amanda Serrano. In Long Beach, one of my favorite prospects in boxing, Albert Gonzalez, will face veteran Leonardo Baez in the main event. Timestamps0:00 Jaron Ennis-Uisma Lima9:41 Guido Vianello15:25 Sebastian Fundora-Keith Thurman19:16 Golovkin, a Hall-of-Fame24:40 Matchroom undercard32:33 Arslanbek Makhmudov-Dave Allen38:31 U.K. undercard40:50 Kieron Conway-George Liddard47:30 Danny Garcia53:00 Diego Pacheco's return52:45 MVP card on Saturday

Dave Allen's spirited effort just wasn't enough to overcome the power and precision of Arslanbek Makhmudov. Despite coming off a huge knockout win over Johnny Fisher back in May, Allen fell short on the scorecards, with all three judges giving the fight to the Russian, even after Makhmudov had two points deducted for holding. Where does Dave go now, and is this down in the hole Matchroom are now?

Finally some decent action in the ring this weekend in both Philly and England and we're ready to go over it and the news and more on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview" Podcast.Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael are back aboard to go over it all.They start with the preview of Saturday's Matchroom Boxing/DAZN card in PhiladelphiaJaron “Boots” Ennis vs. Uisma Lima, 12 rounds, for vacant WBA interim junior middleweight title. Boots has moved up but the opponent is...questionable, to be kind. We discuss.And, the co feature has Alexis Barriere vs. Guido Vianello, 10 rounds, heavyweights. Anything of note here? Next, a preview of the Saturday Matchroom Boxing/DAZN main event in Sheffield, EnglandDavid Allen vs. Arslanbek Makhmudov, 12 rounds, heavyweight main event. Allen is a popular fighter who's come out of retirement a couple of times and Makhmudov either KOs or gets Kay-oed. So, stay tuned.Then, the News:Arturo Gatti Jr., the 17 year old son of the legend and rising amateur fighter, allegedly commits suicide in Mexico this week. However, there should be questions asked, as his mother and Gatti Sr.'s widow is involved again just like the death investigation into the father's death in Brazil 16 years ago that is still shrouded in controversy. Dan has tremendous insight on this and T.J. is, let's just say, not buying the intial reports of a "suicide" for the younger Gatti, too.Next the Issac "Pitbul" Cruzl- Lamont Roach bout had a  kick off news conference on Wednesday in San Antonio, TX ahead of their December 6 PBC Prime Video PPV. We have more.IBF lightweight titlist Raymond Muratalla and mandatory challenger Andy Cruz have the mandatory ordered. Cruz's team at Matchroom didn't want to negotiate and asked for immediate purse bid, which the IBF set for Oct. 16. What's it all mean and when will they likely fight?And, Light heavyweight prospect Ben Whittaker, the polarizing, brash and tremendously talented 2020 British Olympic silver medalist, has signed “a long-term” promotional contract with Matchroom Boxing, the company announced on Monday. Will he start fighting, as much as showboating and talking about it? Stay tuned.Finally, NostalgiaOct. 8, 2005 – 20 years ago on Wednesday – Jose Luis Castillo, who missed weight by 3.5 lbs, was stripped of 135 title & whose team member was suspended for scale tampering, KO'd Diego Corrales in round 4 of a shootout in the rematch of their legendary first fight five months earlier. Big Dan was at the crazy weigh-in and then, ringside for the Castillo KO.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview" and make sure to follow/subscribe to this feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

Finally some decent action in the ring this weekend in both Philly and England and we're ready to go over it and the news and more on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview" Podcast.Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael are back aboard to go over it all.They start with the preview of Saturday's Matchroom Boxing/DAZN card in PhiladelphiaJaron “Boots” Ennis vs. Uisma Lima, 12 rounds, for vacant WBA interim junior middleweight title. Boots has moved up but the opponent is...questionable, to be kind. We discuss.And, the co feature has Alexis Barriere vs. Guido Vianello, 10 rounds, heavyweights. Anything of note here? Next, a preview of the Saturday Matchroom Boxing/DAZN main event in Sheffield, EnglandDavid Allen vs. Arslanbek Makhmudov, 12 rounds, heavyweight main event. Allen is a popular fighter who's come out of retirement a couple of times and Makhmudov either KOs or gets Kay-oed. So, stay tuned.Then, the News:Arturo Gatti Jr., the 17 year old son of the legend and rising amateur fighter, allegedly commits suicide in Mexico this week. However, there should be questions asked, as his mother and Gatti Sr.'s widow is involved again just like the death investigation into the father's death in Brazil 16 years ago that is still shrouded in controversy. Dan has tremendous insight on this and T.J. is, let's just say, not buying the intial reports of a "suicide" for the younger Gatti, too.Next the Issac "Pitbul" Cruzl- Lamont Roach bout had a  kick off news conference on Wednesday in San Antonio, TX ahead of their December 6 PBC Prime Video PPV. We have more.IBF lightweight titlist Raymond Muratalla and mandatory challenger Andy Cruz have the mandatory ordered. Cruz's team at Matchroom didn't want to negotiate and asked for immediate purse bid, which the IBF set for Oct. 16. What's it all mean and when will they likely fight?And, Light heavyweight prospect Ben Whittaker, the polarizing, brash and tremendously talented 2020 British Olympic silver medalist, has signed “a long-term” promotional contract with Matchroom Boxing, the company announced on Monday. Will he start fighting, as much as showboating and talking about it? Stay tuned.Finally, NostalgiaOct. 8, 2005 – 20 years ago on Wednesday – Jose Luis Castillo, who missed weight by 3.5 lbs, was stripped of 135 title & whose team member was suspended for scale tampering, KO'd Diego Corrales in round 4 of a shootout in the rematch of their legendary first fight five months earlier. Big Dan was at the crazy weigh-in and then, ringside for the Castillo KO.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview" and make sure to follow/subscribe to this feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

What a show we have coming up! Hear from new Matchroom signing Ben Whittaker after signing on the dotted line, Chairman Eddie Hearn is one happy man after landing The Surgeon and talks our double header this week on both sides of the pond Allen vs Makhmudov and Boots vs Lima, singer-songwriter Louis Tomlinson takes a drip down memory lane on his friendship with The White Rhino, Heavyweight rising star Leo Atang talks his route to success and takes on our weekly quiz, Cruiserweight crusher Pat Brown talks his mate Dave Allen and trainer Bozy Ennis talks Jack Catterall's switch to the States plus more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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

Ade Oladipo and Gareth A Davies discuss a big week outside the ring where both Matchroom and Boxxer announced partnerships with Riyadh Season and Saudi ArabiaWe discuss Dana White's plans for the sport after he revealed his plans for Zuffa boxing which will hope to disrupt the status quo.And one of the biggest prospects in British boxing, Ben Whittaker has left Boxxer to join Matchroom, we take a look at how that partnership will play out and if 'The Surgeon' can win a world title. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode #352: This week, the team reacts and discusses Matchroom and Riyadh Season announcing an in-depth Partnership, Future effects from the Partnership, Speculating on Saudi Arabia's plans for Boxing and other sports, Zuffa Boxing's tie-in with Riyadh Season, Comparisons to Vince McMahon's professional wrestling takeover, Reporters asking difficult questions and maintaining media access with promoters & fighters, Dave Allen's upcoming fight, Jaron "Boots" Ennis' upcoming fight and future at 154, and more. -------------------- Find all things The Last Round -------------------- All Show Links

Oh it's true! Hear from Ben Whittaker after signing a long term promotional contract with Eddie Hearn's Matchroom Boxing. The Surgeon outlines his decision for the move, a previous Matchroom promo shoot from 2022, the link-up with Eddie and also trainer Andy Lee, his plans for the future and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The boys are back winging it after a late change of plans and talk about the Padel takeover of Swansea, the Matchroom documentary and Paddy is going to be living large in Dubai next week. The lads talk about Shannon Matthews the Musical, Tucker Carlson's 9/11 investigation, Digital ID's, Israel buying the media in America and Greg Scarpa being an absolute maniac plus much more…..@ambitioniscritcal1997 on Instagram @TheAiCPodcast on Twitter

Dave Hendon heralds Shaun Murphy's capture of the British Open title, discusses the release of Pots of Gold and hears from listeners on subjects such as the new Netflix documentary on Matchroom and the correct term for receiving the podcast. Email us at snookerscenepodcast@mail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Episode 4 of the revamped Flash Knockdown series 6 with Matchroom's Jamie Ward hosting with a range of guests. This week Eddie Hearn reveals a potential fight between Dave Allen and Deontay Wilder could be in the pipeline should The White Rhino come through October 11's Arslanbek Makhmudov assignment, the fallout from Chris Eubank Jr's press conference rant and updates on Anthony Joshua's next move. Josh Padley and Reece Bellotti both predict fireworks for their upcoming Sheffield showdown and a title for the bout is announce on the show whilst Giorgio Visioli talks the sparring with Curmel Moton and has a video sent in from fellow rising Zaquin Moses ahead of his fight in Philly. Then there's the usual charity quiz, some chat and some nonsense too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dave Hendon looks back at a marathon English Open final and reviews the new Netflix series The Greatest Showmen about Matchroom, which largely ignored snooker. Email us at snookerscenepodcast@mail.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nick and Phil return with the podcast, reflecting on glory for Mark Allen at the English Open in Brentwood. There's plenty of chat about the tournament overall, including Zhou Yuelong going so close and complaints about the conditions. Plus we have early news from the British Open in Cheltenham. The other main focus of this new episode is the Matchroom documentary. We don't think it was a very good advert for snooker and we tell you why. If you'd like to have your say on the documentary - or indeed any snooker issue - please do tweet us @TalkingSnooker or email talkingsnooker@yahoo.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Katie Taylor gives us a world exclusive of her desire to fight on and cement a Croke Park homecoming in Flash Knockdown S6 EP2. The two weight Undisputed great talks to Matchroom's Jamie Ward following his trilogy triumph over Amanda Serrano and hopes for an Irish stadium showdown next. Also on the show Dalton Smith talks his upcoming WBC 140lbs World Title tilt against Subriel Matias, Johnny Fisher updates on new beginnings under trainer Tony Sims, Conah Walker says yes to a potential British Welterweight Title war with Pat McCormack and our CEO Frank Smith updates on various areas of the business, plus there's all the usual chat, quizzes and much more! Don't forget to give us a rating across your preferred platform

It was an interesting weekend all the way around with fight cards in Ireland and two in Mexico and we have those recaps, plus, there's plenty of fight news, including two legends that are apparently going to fight despite being some 80 lbs apart?! Yes, indeed and we'll cover it on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast."Host T.J. Rives is back with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter to cover it all with their thoughts.First, they recap the Matchroom main event Saturday on DAZN in Los Mochis, MexicoJunior lightweight Eduardo “Sugar” Nunez decisions Christopher Diaz and retains his IBF title. TREMENDOUS FIGHT says Dan. They have more. Next, the Recap of the Zanfer Promotions main event Saturday on ESPN Deportes in Nogales, MexicJunior lightweight and former two division world champ Oscar Valdez decisions Ricky Medina, and rebounds from his KO loss to Navarrete in their title rematch. Plus, a quick recap of the Wasserman Boxing main event on Friday in Dublin, IrelandFeatherweight former title challenger Michael Conlan scores an easy TOK4 of Jack Bateson.Then, some NewsFloyd Mayweather and Mike Tyson sign for spring exhibition!! WHAT ARE WE DOING HERE!?!Queensberry formally announces Joseph Parker vs. Fabio Wardley heavyweight fight for Oct. 25 at The O2 in London on DAZN PPV. Presser on Tuesday in London. Winner is Usyk mandatory. And, Frank Warren confirms rising heavyweight star Moses Itauma will be back Dec.13 to headline at Co-op Live in Manchester, England. Opponent TBA.Eddie Hearn confirms Anthony Joshua, who is recovering from elbow surgery, won't fight the rest of this year and will likely return Jan/Feb and there is interest in him fighting in Ghana.This is wild – WBC held a purse bid on Friday for the rematch between cruiserweight titlist Badou Jack and former titlist Noel Mikaelian. Two bids and it was a tie!!! The WBC said that has never happened before. Made them bid again and Bash Promotions won!It's all part of the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

Following the death of British heavyweight legend Joe Bugner, Buncey speaks to those who knew him best. Robert Smith, General Secretary of the British Boxing Board of Control, whose father Andy trained Bugner, shares his personal memories and explains why he ranks him just behind Lennox Lewis among Britain's all-time greats. Matchroom's Barry Hearn reflects on staging the famous Bruno-Bugner fight at White Hart Lane in 1987, while former British heavyweight champion Scott Welch recalls facing an ageing Bugner in the mid-90s. Plus, we hear a rare extract from Bugner's appearance on Desert Island Discs in 1973.

Will Dillian Whyte's experience overcome the youthful speed and agility of Moses Itauma, or will the 20-year-old prodigy prove too sharp for the veteran? Just some of the questions Buncey poses to Queensberry's Frank Warren, Eddie Hearn of Matchroom and top trainer Andy Lee. Warren offers the inside track on his rising star, Hearn gives his take from a neutral corner, and Lee analyses where the fight will be won or lost, and also updates us on his fighters, including Joseph Parker, Ben Whittaker, Hamzah Sheeraz and Paddy Donovan.