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Saturday night saw Eddie Hearn and Dana White go head-to-head, even though miles apart, when they both staged TV shows on UK soil.White likely won that battle, as Chris Billam-Smith and Ryan Rozicki turned their Zuffa colours red with a violent and bloody slugfest. White wasn't done there, however.At the post-fight press conference he questioned Hearn's true influence in world boxing as he claimed to know more about Joshua-Fury than the Matchroom boss. Hearn, in response, took aim at the UFC model that made White's name.Before that, Hearn secured a fitting venue, Croke Park, for the great Katie Taylor but is Flora Pili a fitting rival?We look ahead to ‘Bam' Rodriguez in the hope victory leads to a mouthwatering showdown with Naoya Inoue.And, in This Week, dust off your disco balls and join us in 1985 where Pinklon Thomas and Mike Weaver unleash a forgotten thriller at heavyweight.Hit subscribe, show your support, and spread the good word of The Opening Bell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this video,  ⁨@ShoeShineBoxing hosts another episode of the Thursday show. The main topic is Oleksandr Usyk. How good is he? What do we think of the stoppage against Rico Verhoeven? Should the fight have continued? Is Usyk underrated or overrated? We also talk about O'Shaquie Foster vs. Raymond Ford. Charlie Sheehy returns to Matchroom, Omari Jones, the frontrunner for prospect of the year, Dmitry Bivol's return, and Stephanie Han vs. Holly Holm II.Timestamps0:00 Intro0:45 Amari Jones thoughts5:30 Usyk-Verhoeven10:00 Lukie's Usyk theory11:53 the stoppage 14:33 Revisiting the Daniel Dubois conversation16:55 What happened to American heavyweights?20:30 Why do we still watch boxing? 25:38 Foster-Ford preview29:40 Charlie Sheehy, Omari Jones32:42 Dmitry Bivol returns35:50 MVP card previewBe sure to support Lukie with all of his content outletsSupport Lukie at the following linksYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BigDogLukieSubstack: http://lukieboxing.substack.comPodcast: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/lukieboxingiTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/boxing-with-the-lukie-boxing-podcast/id525579014

Hear from Rico Verhoeven and Oleksandr Usyk following their close contest in Giza, Egypt on Saturday 23 May 2026. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sports investment is shifting—and the latest moves from DAZN, Disney, Bruin Capital and the NFL show exactly where the smart money is going. As media rights markets evolve, investors are increasingly targeting platforms, IP ownership and the infrastructure powering the industry. From Matchroom's billion-pound valuation to DAZN's ViewLift play and the NFL's streaming experiments, the landscape is changing fast. The question is no longer who owns the rights—but who controls the ecosystem around them. Key Points:Are DAZN, Bruin Capital and Disney signalling a shift away from traditional media rights as the core investment in sport?What makes “picks and shovels” businesses like Matchroom and ViewLift so attractive to investors right now?Is owning sports IP and platforms more valuable than owning the rights themselves?What are Netflix, YouTube and the NFL really testing with these smaller, strategic deals?Could local media rights and ecosystem control become the most undervalued assets in sport?

We had a busy weekend of main events in Norfolk, VA, Doncaster, England and even Germany, and we're ready to go over the action and some fight news 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 give insight and analysis.They start with the Saturday night Top Rank/DAZN main event in Norfolk, VirginiaFirst Top Rank event of its DAZN deal, Bob Arum, age 94, back at ringside after knee replacement surgery that had kept him from traveling for months.Junior welterweight Keyshawn Davis wins the main event in 12 over Nahir Albright, but does something stupid, again, during the fight, this time. Will he learn? Will it continue to cost the talented fighter in the future?Also, Welterweight Brian Norman scored a TKO2 over Josh Wagner with a brain dead referee trying to adminsiter the count and then not stopping the fight, when he should have. What. Are. We. Doing Here?Then, the Saturday Queensberry DAZN main event in Doncaster, EnglandHeavyweight Filip Hrgovic scores a lopsided TKO3 over veteran Dave Allen, who needs to retire. Hrgovic is apparently next for Moses Itauama. The guys have the latest.And, back on Friday main event, on DAZN in Mannheim, Germany-Welterweight Paddy Donovan decisions Karen Chukhadzhian for an IBF final eliminator. Will Donovan get another fight with Lewis Crocker? We go over it all. NEWSCanelo Alvarez vs. and newly elevated, WBC super middleweight titlist Christian Mbilli officially announced for September in Saudi Arabia. The guys wonder if Canelo has agreed to fight early Sunday a.m. again, there or not?Also, former WBO heavyweight titlist Fabio Wardley has exercized his contractual right to an immediate rematch with Daniel Dubois, so, they will meet again later this year.  The WBA and IBF have finally weighed in on the status of their belts for the Oleksandr Usyk-Rico Verhoeven fight on Saturday May 23rd at the Pyramids in Giza Egypt. Get ready to be confused.Junior welterweight contender Oscar Duarte will be sidelined until late this year due to a severe laceration he suffered behind his ear in a split decision over Angel Fierro on May 2 so he has passed on fighting Lindlfo Delgado for the vacant IBF junior welterweight title. Dan has more.And, another change to the Matchroom main event on June 6: WBC interim flyweight titlist Galal Yafai is injured and out of a mandatory fight with WBC/WBA titleholder Ricardo Sandoval.It's all part of the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscibe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

We had a busy weekend of main events in Norfolk, VA, Doncaster, England and even Germany, and we're ready to go over the action and some fight news 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 give insight and analysis.They start with the Saturday night Top Rank/DAZN main event in Norfolk, VirginiaFirst Top Rank event of its DAZN deal, Bob Arum, age 94, back at ringside after knee replacement surgery that had kept him from traveling for months.Junior welterweight Keyshawn Davis wins the main event in 12 over Nahir Albright, but does something stupid, again, during the fight, this time. Will he learn? Will it continue to cost the talented fighter in the future?Also, Welterweight Brian Norman scored a TKO2 over Josh Wagner with a brain dead referee trying to adminsiter the count and then not stopping the fight, when he should have. What. Are. We. Doing Here?Then, the Saturday Queensberry DAZN main event in Doncaster, EnglandHeavyweight Filip Hrgovic scores a lopsided TKO3 over veteran Dave Allen, who needs to retire. Hrgovic is apparently next for Moses Itauama. The guys have the latest.And, back on Friday main event, on DAZN in Mannheim, Germany-Welterweight Paddy Donovan decisions Karen Chukhadzhian for an IBF final eliminator. Will Donovan get another fight with Lewis Crocker? We go over it all. NEWSCanelo Alvarez vs. and newly elevated, WBC super middleweight titlist Christian Mbilli officially announced for September in Saudi Arabia. The guys wonder if Canelo has agreed to fight early Sunday a.m. again, there or not?Also, former WBO heavyweight titlist Fabio Wardley has exercized his contractual right to an immediate rematch with Daniel Dubois, so, they will meet again later this year.  The WBA and IBF have finally weighed in on the status of their belts for the Oleksandr Usyk-Rico Verhoeven fight on Saturday May 23rd at the Pyramids in Giza Egypt. Get ready to be confused.Junior welterweight contender Oscar Duarte will be sidelined until late this year due to a severe laceration he suffered behind his ear in a split decision over Angel Fierro on May 2 so he has passed on fighting Lindlfo Delgado for the vacant IBF junior welterweight title. Dan has more.And, another change to the Matchroom main event on June 6: WBC interim flyweight titlist Galal Yafai is injured and out of a mandatory fight with WBC/WBA titleholder Ricardo Sandoval.It's all part of the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscibe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

Los titulares de la industria del deporte, con Patricia López, de 2Playbook.El RCD Espanyol ficha a Monchi como su nuevo director general deportivo, un cargo recién creado para el experimentado ejecutivo. En el mundo de la inversión deportiva, Bruin Sports ha adquirido una participación minoritaria del 15% en Matchroom, el gigante del boxeo, valorándolo en más de 1.000 millones de dólares. En fitness, Technogym crece más de un 10% y factura 237 millones hasta marzo. Finalmente, en el patrocinio deportivo español se observa una tendencia al alza en la inversión de empresas de VTC y renting por suscripción. ¿Quieres más podcast de la industria del deporte? Apunta: SPORTS, INSIDE by 2Playbook 2Playbook Breaking News ⁠PRO Media & Content⁠: https://open.spotify.com/show/4pXpJ3NwsyO6L7M0W3a1cQ?si=956ce22086854bf0⁠ ⁠PRO Fitness: https://open.spotify.com/show/5yDmPCCzjwuOd43wJ6P29T?si=78f0cdd11a6c48e5 ⁠PRO Deporte Inclusivo: https://open.spotify.com/show/46tEMEcA5qg1QhAW0DCyMx?si=e173f9087ebf49e6 ⁠PRO Women in Sport: https://open.spotify.com/show/2d40NKSP1eFhN9YkmTTzNA?si=1f53010f4e8d4d4fContacto, sugerencias y feedback: podcast@2playbook.com

We're back again with another massive episode. This week we chat with Aussie MMA veteran Anthony Caruso just days after his big victory at Eternal 105 in Perth. He tells us about the bad blood and trash talk that happened in the lead up, his emotional reaction after the KO, his ambitions to make the UFC, why he's taken on different challenges all over the world, and heaps more! Plus we recap the action from UFC Perth, and preview this weeks UFC 328 card. Hit the download button and step into the cage. Presented by Compa Tequila. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.

Will we see a better 24 hours of boxing all year? Buncey and Barry aren't convinced, as they reflect on a huge weekend in Tokyo, Vegas and Wolverhampton. Plus, reaction from Matchroom boss Eddie Hearn and a look ahead to Wardley v Dubois in Manchester this Saturday.

We're back again with another massive episode. This week, all eyes are on Perth as the UFC hits Australia for another fight night! 7 friends of the pod are in action and we dive into a full card breakdown and search for the best value! Plus we recap last weeks action, the Skye Nicolson fight, AJ/Fury and much more. Presented by Compa Tequila. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all order at Engage.

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Jarrell Miller is back headlining on a Matchroom show this Saturday after a turbulent period in and out of the ring. 'Big Baby' talks his opponent Lenier Pero, the current Heavyweight landscape, how Fatherhood has given him further drive and why he thinks this is the perfect time to be reuniting with Eddie Hearn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The lads are back from Hong Kong, with plenty to unpack from the trip before getting into a big weekend of rugby. Off the pitch there's fresh investment across the Premiership, Russell signs with Matchroom and questions around the future with Moana Pasifika and the NRL Super League talk. In the Prem, Saints edge Chiefs, Bristol put Gloucester away, Saracens hammer Sale and the race for the top four is wide open. URC wise, Leinster win in Belfast and Connacht get a big one in Cape Town. Leicester fly half Billy Searle joins us after that 62–3 win. We chat form, confidence, life at Tigers and whether England is now in sight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Emily Frazer is the CEO of Matchroom Multi-Sport, and trying to do with 9 ball pool what her bosses did with darts and snooker. In a candid conversation with Georgie, Emily shares what she has learned from working alongside Barry and Eddie Hearn, how Matchroom's Netflix series changed perceptions of the business and why character, storytelling and relentless standards matter if you want to build a sport that cuts through.She also tells brilliant behind-the-scenes stories about both Hearns. Emily describes Barry Hearn as a father figure, a motivator and a huge presence inside Matchroom, while also explaining the belief he showed in her as she took on major responsibility at a young age. She reflects too on Eddie Hearn's passion, composure and ability to handle pressure, including the moment he tuned in and saw the scale fandom that Matchroom had unlocked in Vietnam.There is also a standout Judd Trump tale, as Emily recalls convincing the snooker star to play in one of Matchroom's pool events after he joked that the sport would be easy. After getting a sharp lesson from a pool pro, Trump found himself snookered, exactly the kind of moment Emily believes helps change perceptions of the sport.The episode also covers:* how Emily has built Matchroom Multi-Sport from the “ugly sister” of the business into a serious growth area* why Barry Hearn's advice and backing have been so important* what Eddie Hearn has taught her about passion and leadership* how Netflix opened doors commercially* why Judd Trump's appearance mattered* the challenge of creating stars in modern sport* the long-term ambition for nine-ball pool and Matchroom Multi-SportThis is all about compelling sport, leadership, ambition, underdog energy and building something people once overlooked into something impossible to ignore.________________________________The Performance People podcast, in partnership with J.P. Morgan Private Bank, talks to high-performers in the world of sport and beyond, to bring defining moments, hard-earned insights and expert advice to everyday performance. New episodes every Tuesday.________________________________ainslie + ainslie NIGHT POWDER, winner of Best Sleep Supplement in the GQ Sleep Awards 2025.We love performance, which is why we've launched ainslie + ainslie – the first supplement brand to be developed inside elite sport. Now available for everyone. Find out more at www.ainslieainslie.com________________________________Connect with Performance PeopleHit subscribe today for the latest.

There was an astonishing 54 tries across the five Prem matches this weekend, but is it a positive when so many matches were one-sided? Is the Prem in danger of becoming a two-tiered league or are teams just in transition? Ugo, Danny and Chris try to make sense of a crazy weekend which saw Saracens' Noah Calouri bag another five tries against Sale in a huge win on Sunday. How costly could that defeat be for Sale? Exeter put on a show for their potential new owners despite a late Northampton winner and Finn Russell has been snapped up by Eddie Hearn and joins Henry Pollock at Matchroom. Could more players follow suit and what would success look like?

Will the hype around Ben Whittaker translate into the ring? He takes on Braian Suarez in Liverpool on Saturday night, and Buncey catches up with him after the weigh-in. We also hear from Matchroom's Frank Smith and his trainer Andy Lee, while chief support Molly McCann also joins Buncey for a chat.

It is a lighter weekend of action, but there are women's world title fights in NY and light heavyweight contender Ben Whitaker is back in action in Britain on Saturday. And, we're ready to preview it all and have a bunch of fight news on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael to go over it all.First, they preview the Friday night MVP / ESPN card in NYAlycia Baumgardner vs. Bo Mi Re Shin, 12 rounds, for Baumgardner's WBO/IBF/WBA women's junior lightweight title. Baumgardner is heavily favored and looking ahead to a possible showdown with the likes of WBC lightweight champ Caroline Dubois or maybe a rematch with junior middleweight champ Mikaela Mayer.Also, Shadasia Green vs. Lani Daniels, 10 rounds, for Green's WBO/IBF women's super middleweight title. Green has bigger aspirations and should win in this bout.Then, Saturday's Matchroom Boxing DAZN main event in Liverpool, EnglandBen Whittaker vs. Braian Suarez, 10 rounds, light heavyweights. Whitaker has potential, but has often been too much clowning and not enough boxing. We'll see what he does as the big favorite on this British show. Then, some NewsTalks are going for WBC welterweight titlist Ryan Garcia vs. Conor Benn for Aug. 15 in Las Vegas. Garcia says it's done, but who Eddie Hearn told a media scrum on Tuesday that he is negotiating a two-fight deal for Anthony Joshua with Turki for a July fight and then Fury in November.  Joshua to take risk fighting someone before Fury? What are WE DOING HERE?! Also, T.J. has insight on why the recent news that the Saudi PIF Fund is going to stop backing the LIV Golf Tour, is pertinent as it relates to Turki Alashikh and whether his unlimited supply of money to make massive fight cards without regard to even "breaking even" will continue much longer?Next, O'Shaquie Foster will defend the WBC junior lightweight title vs. former WBA featherweight titlist Raymond Ford at the Fertitta Center (Univiersity of Houston about 9k capacity for boxing) in Houston, Texas on May 30 on DAZN, Matchroom announced on Thursday. We talk more about the bout.Also, Top Rank's first DAZN event is official for May 16 at Scope Arena in Norfolk, Viriginia, with former lightweight titlist and current junior welterweight Keyshawn Davis at home in a rematch with Nahir Albright in the main event. And, former welterweight titlist Brian Norman vs. Josh Wagner in the 10-round co-feature. Dan has thoughts on both.Then, WBC/WBA flyweight titlist Ricardo Sandoval and WBC interim titlist Galal Yafai will meet in a mandatory bout on the undercard of WBC junior welterweight titlist Dalton Smith's mandatory versus former titlist Alberto Puello June 6 in Sheffield, England.Next, with Brandon Adams withdrawing on the eve of last Saturday's IBF 154 final eliminator vs. Caoimhin Agyarko due to a health issue, the IBF has ordered Agyarko vs. former titlist Bakhram Murtazaliev for the mandatory spot. Murtazaliev notified the IBF he'll participate. Agyarko has until Monday to accept a position in the fight.And, finally, former WBO cruiserweight titlist Chris Billam-Smith has signed “a multi-fight deal” with Zuffa Boxing, the company announced this week. Obvious future opponent for Opetaia.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview" Podcast and make sure to follow/subscribe to our feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.

It is a lighter weekend of action, but there are women's world title fights in NY and light heavyweight contender Ben Whitaker is back in action in Britain on Saturday. And, we're ready to preview it all and have a bunch of fight news on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael to go over it all.First, they preview the Friday night MVP / ESPN card in NYAlycia Baumgardner vs. Bo Mi Re Shin, 12 rounds, for Baumgardner's WBO/IBF/WBA women's junior lightweight title. Baumgardner is heavily favored and looking ahead to a possible showdown with the likes of WBC lightweight champ Caroline Dubois or maybe a rematch with junior middleweight champ Mikaela Mayer.Also, Shadasia Green vs. Lani Daniels, 10 rounds, for Green's WBO/IBF women's super middleweight title. Green has bigger aspirations and should win in this bout.Then, Saturday's Matchroom Boxing DAZN main event in Liverpool, EnglandBen Whittaker vs. Braian Suarez, 10 rounds, light heavyweights. Whitaker has potential, but has often been too much clowning and not enough boxing. We'll see what he does as the big favorite on this British show. Then, some NewsTalks are going for WBC welterweight titlist Ryan Garcia vs. Conor Benn for Aug. 15 in Las Vegas. Garcia says it's done, but who Eddie Hearn told a media scrum on Tuesday that he is negotiating a two-fight deal for Anthony Joshua with Turki for a July fight and then Fury in November.  Joshua to take risk fighting someone before Fury? What are WE DOING HERE?! Also, T.J. has insight on why the recent news that the Saudi PIF Fund is going to stop backing the LIV Golf Tour, is pertinent as it relates to Turki Alashikh and whether his unlimited supply of money to make massive fight cards without regard to even "breaking even" will continue much longer?Next, O'Shaquie Foster will defend the WBC junior lightweight title vs. former WBA featherweight titlist Raymond Ford at the Fertitta Center (Univiersity of Houston about 9k capacity for boxing) in Houston, Texas on May 30 on DAZN, Matchroom announced on Thursday. We talk more about the bout.Also, Top Rank's first DAZN event is official for May 16 at Scope Arena in Norfolk, Viriginia, with former lightweight titlist and current junior welterweight Keyshawn Davis at home in a rematch with Nahir Albright in the main event. And, former welterweight titlist Brian Norman vs. Josh Wagner in the 10-round co-feature. Dan has thoughts on both.Then, WBC/WBA flyweight titlist Ricardo Sandoval and WBC interim titlist Galal Yafai will meet in a mandatory bout on the undercard of WBC junior welterweight titlist Dalton Smith's mandatory versus former titlist Alberto Puello June 6 in Sheffield, England.Next, with Brandon Adams withdrawing on the eve of last Saturday's IBF 154 final eliminator vs. Caoimhin Agyarko due to a health issue, the IBF has ordered Agyarko vs. former titlist Bakhram Murtazaliev for the mandatory spot. Murtazaliev notified the IBF he'll participate. Agyarko has until Monday to accept a position in the fight.And, finally, former WBO cruiserweight titlist Chris Billam-Smith has signed “a multi-fight deal” with Zuffa Boxing, the company announced this week. Obvious future opponent for Opetaia.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview" Podcast and make sure to follow/subscribe to our feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.

Welcome back to the SL Man Podcast. In this episode, Frankie Foster is joined by Adam Burridge and Tom Manders for a wide-ranging conversation covering grooming upgrades, culture, sport and style. From skincare essentials transforming daily routines to London's latest viral New York-style pizza spot, the trio shares what they're loving right now. They also dive into the world of sport – discussing Tyson Fury's return, the growing buzz around Matchroom's newest signing Henry Pollock and what it all means for boxing and rugby.Plus, expect plenty of laughs as they chat personal style, debate the rise of fantasy fiction and share their current TV obsessions. As always, they round things off by tackling your dilemmas – from building confidence socially to navigating personal style and feeling ‘behind' in life.Subscribe For More | http://bit.ly/2VmqduQ  Get SheerLuxe Straight To Your Inbox, Daily | http://sheerluxe.com/signup  Shop Product Here: https://shopmy.us/collections/4830006 PANELFrankie Foster | @frankiefoster3 | https://www.instagram.com/frankiefoster3/ N.Peal Safari Jacket | https://go.shopmy.us/p-52778980 Massimo Dutti Blue Shirt | https://go.shopmy.us/p-52779116 Franc James Silk Tie | https://go.shopmy.us/p-52779187 Tom Manders | @tompullsfaces | https://www.instagram.com/tompullsfaces/ UNIQLO Pleated Wide Leg Trousers | https://go.shopmy.us/p-52779373 Adam Burridge | @adamburridge | https://www.instagram.com/adamburridge/ UNIQLO Barrel Leg Trousers | https://go.shopmy.us/p-52779373 H.W. Dog & Co Cap | https://go.shopmy.us/p-52779988 THINGS WE LOVEEmpire of the Vampire Series | https://go.shopmy.us/p-52780081 Dark | https://go.shopmy.us/p-52780273 CeraVe Hydrating Cleanser | https://go.shopmy.us/p-52780321 FASHION FINDSElijah Straight Comfort Stretch Linen Trousers | https://go.shopmy.us/p-52780376 Cole Buxton x Duke + Dexter Penny Loafers | https://go.shopmy.us/p-52780416 Franc James | https://francjames.com/

James O'Connor was the first of his kind - a teenage prodigy who transcended the back pages to become the face of Australian rugby. James O'Connor joins Alex, Hask and Tins to discuss the heavy crown of early fame, his global "rock star" journey which climaxed in a Parisian prison to his settled life at Leicester Tigers. The boys dive into the week's massive news: Henry Pollock's alliance with Eddie Hearn's Matchroom. We ask: Is rugby finally ready to embrace a superstar, or will the "tall poppy" syndrome strike again?

Boxer Conor Benn sits down with Gary Neville for an exclusive interview, brought to you by Sky Bet.Conor opens up on life outside the ring, including his relationship with his father Nigel Benn, and speaks candidly about the challenges he has faced, from dealing with controversy to the impact on his mental health.Benn also explains his shock decision to sign a fight deal with Dana White's Zuffa over Eddie Hearn's Matchroom. Why did he make the move, and has he spoken to Hearn since?Conor reflects on the fights with Chris Eubank Jr. He talks about the difference between the two fights, whether they like each other and if there will be a trilogy fight.He puts his future firmly in focus, Conor discusses his ambitions of becoming a world champion. With Regis Prograis next up, he opens up on his love for the sport and the mindset driving him forward.00:00 Intro06:22 Dad Relationship and Discipline10:04 Eubank Rivalry36:49 Leaving Matchroom44:34 One Fight Deal with Zuffa50:37 Inside Camp and Sparring Stories57:58 Injuries and Fight Safety01:04:29 Fitness Data and Camp Tweaks01:08:01 Strength Numbers and Risk RewardWill Conor Benn become a world champion? Let us know in the comments, and don't forget to like and subscribe so you never miss an episode.Find the League of 72 here: https://www.youtube.com/@LeagueOf72 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're back off an entertaining weekend of action, as the WBC middleweight crown was on the line in Orlando, FL, an interim super middleweight title fight in California and was it the end for a featherweight big name contender in Ireland? We go over it all on the latest "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives is back with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter to give their takes.First, a recap of Saturday's Matchroom DAZN card in Orlando, FloridaMiddleweight Carlos Adames dominates Austin "Ammo" Williams over 12 rounds and retains the WBC title, Now, what's next?Also on the card, junior middleweight Omari Jones was impressive in a decision over Christian Gomez and Heavyweight Teremoana Teremoana KOs Curtis Harper with one shot. Dan has more on both.Then, a recap of Saturday's ProBoxTV card in San Bernardino, CaliforniaSuper middleweight Lester Martinez wins easily too over 12 rounds over Immanuwel Aleem, andwins the "vacant" interim WBC 168 lb. Now, do we get a rematch with Christian Mbilli?Plus, Dan's No. 7 prospect, featherweight Albert “Chop Chop” Gonzalez smashes Brandon Chambers in the first. BIG future for Chop Chop.And, a recap of Friday's MF Pro main event on DAZN in Belfast, Northern IrelandFeatherweight Kevin Walsh of Massachuesetts gets a controversial split over home country favorite Michael Conlan, And, Conlan announces retirement after fight. Then, Some newsNegotiations are going on for WBO/WBA junior middleweight titleholder Xander Zayas to defend against WBA interim titlist Jaron “Boots” Ennis in a fight targeted for June now that Vergil Ortiz-Ennis talks are dead for now. We like this.... if it happens. There are reports that Golden Boy Promotions and DAZN will announce a new contract in the coming days. Oscar is hinting at it and what does this mean for the DAZN subscription price rising, too?Dan is reporting on plans for new WBC welterweight titlist Ryan Garcia make his first defense headlining a Ring magazine card in mid-July.  Dan has more on Garcia's hand injury.And, light heavyweight up-and-comer Ben Whittaker, the flashy 2020 British Olympic silver medalist many tab for surefire stardom, will be back for his second fight with Matchroom on the undercard of WBO interim light heavyweight titlist Callum Smith's first defense against David Morrell on April 18 (DAZN) at M&S Bank Arena in Smith's hometown of Liverpool, England.It's all on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

We're back off an entertaining weekend of action, as the WBC middleweight crown was on the line in Orlando, FL, an interim super middleweight title fight in California and was it the end for a featherweight big name contender in Ireland? We go over it all on the latest "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives is back with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter to give their takes.First, a recap of Saturday's Matchroom DAZN card in Orlando, FloridaMiddleweight Carlos Adames dominates Austin "Ammo" Williams over 12 rounds and retains the WBC title, Now, what's next?Also on the card, junior middleweight Omari Jones was impressive in a decision over Christian Gomez and Heavyweight Teremoana Teremoana KOs Curtis Harper with one shot. Dan has more on both.Then, a recap of Saturday's ProBoxTV card in San Bernardino, CaliforniaSuper middleweight Lester Martinez wins easily too over 12 rounds over Immanuwel Aleem, andwins the "vacant" interim WBC 168 lb. Now, do we get a rematch with Christian Mbilli?Plus, Dan's No. 7 prospect, featherweight Albert “Chop Chop” Gonzalez smashes Brandon Chambers in the first. BIG future for Chop Chop.And, a recap of Friday's MF Pro main event on DAZN in Belfast, Northern IrelandFeatherweight Kevin Walsh of Massachuesetts gets a controversial split over home country favorite Michael Conlan, And, Conlan announces retirement after fight. Then, Some newsNegotiations are going on for WBO/WBA junior middleweight titleholder Xander Zayas to defend against WBA interim titlist Jaron “Boots” Ennis in a fight targeted for June now that Vergil Ortiz-Ennis talks are dead for now. We like this.... if it happens. There are reports that Golden Boy Promotions and DAZN will announce a new contract in the coming days. Oscar is hinting at it and what does this mean for the DAZN subscription price rising, too?Dan is reporting on plans for new WBC welterweight titlist Ryan Garcia make his first defense headlining a Ring magazine card in mid-July.  Dan has more on Garcia's hand injury.And, light heavyweight up-and-comer Ben Whittaker, the flashy 2020 British Olympic silver medalist many tab for surefire stardom, will be back for his second fight with Matchroom on the undercard of WBO interim light heavyweight titlist Callum Smith's first defense against David Morrell on April 18 (DAZN) at M&S Bank Arena in Smith's hometown of Liverpool, England.It's all on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

Ade and Gareth look back on a win for Jai Opetaia over Brandon Glanton which saw the Australian become the first ever Zuffa Boxing Champion!There remains question marks over Opetaia's IBF belt, the sanctioning body are adamant the he will will be stripped but the fighter himself says he is still the IBF champ and Dana White has suggested he may take legal action if they decide to strip his fighter.Speaking of Dana White, his cold war with Eddie Hearn took an interesting turn last week when Hearn signed UFC Heavyweight Champion Tom Aspinall to his new Matchroom talent agency, we hear from Aspinall who tells us how the deal came about and if it effects his relationship with White.PLUS, we hear from Jazza Dickens ahead of his fight with Anthony Cacace live on talkSPORT! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Luke Thomas discusses the X-factors for this weekend's BMF title fight between Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira. There's been rumblings around a Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira matchup at the White House. LT and LIL discuss. Plus Dana White makes an appearance with Cam'Ron to discuss boxing, Tom Aspinall signs with Matchroom and more. Happy Friday, Donks!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dana White is world famous for turning UFC into a global juggernaut; making some powerful friends - and some powerful enemies - along the way. He's now bringing his unique brand of strategic shock therapy to the world of boxing, where it's fair to say that not everybody is enjoying the challenge. Last month Conor Benn, a very familiar face to Uncensored viewers, left Eddie Hearn's Matchroom to join Dana's Zuffa Boxing - a decision which left Eddie furious. And today, it was announced that Dana's heavyweight Tom Aspinall is going over to Matchroom… Dana joins Piers to chat about whether he would fight Eddie, who's going to be in the UFC White House event, getting sued by Frank Warren and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Alex Moss and Burton DeWitt are back with a new episode of your go-to darts podcast ahead of the UK Open!   The boys start off the show with a look ahead to the UK Open and discuss what are the main storylines heading into this year's 'FA Cup of Darts' before picking out which players are defending champion Luke Littler's main rivals for the title in Minehead.   ITV pundit and commentator Chris Mason (23:33) joins the show to preview the UK Open this weekend, reflecting on Luke Littler's meteoric rise from being a Riley's qualifier in 2023 to heading into the 2026 event as the defending champion, world number one and back-to-back PDC world champion. Chris also discusses his own various commentating roles in the game, from the JDC Junior Power League to covering the World Championship on talkSPORT, and being a part of Matchroom's new broadcast team on ITV and working with Wayne Mardle for the first time.   Alex and Burton continue their UK Open preview by picking out their favourite ties in the opening session on Friday, before choosing which board they would watch in Minehead if they were given a VIP front-row ticket by Barry Hearn.   Riley's Aberdeen qualifier Sean Ryan (1:07:16) calls in ahead of making his PDC major debut at the UK Open this weekend. The Scottish international looks back on his qualifying success at Riley's Aberdeen, losing out in the final of the qualifiers a few years ago, his past experiences playing on the PDC ProTour, Development Tour and Challenge Tour, and representing Scotland at the British Internationals.   The boys finish up the show with a dip into the mailbag to answer your listener questions.   Join the Darts Strava King group on Strava *** Get your own Alex Moss replica shirt (as worn by our co-host at the Las Vegas Open 2026) from DJD here! A % of the profits will be donated to The Ethan King Fund for Ewing Sarcoma Research *** This podcast is brought to you in association with Darts Corner - the number one online darts retailer! Darts Corner offers the widest selection of darts products from over 30 different manufacturers.  This podcast is sponsored by Darts Atlas - the platform for darts players, venues, and organisations. Darts Atlas is the home of the Amateur Darts Circuit (ADC) with hundreds of tournaments held on the platform every week.  Have you used Darts Atlas before? Share your feedback and experiences with Darts Atlas with us by sending an email to weeklydartscast@gmail.com and be in with a chance of winning some new logo Weekly Dartscast stickers! Check out Condor Darts here: UK site *** Enjoy our podcast? Make a one-off donation on our new Ko-Fi page here: ko-fi.com/weeklydartscast Support us on Patreon from just $2(+VAT): patreon.com/WeeklyDartscast Thank you to our Patreon members: Phil Moss, Gordon Skinner, Connor Ellis, Dan Hutchinson

Ade Oladipo and Gareth A Davies get stuck into another eventful week outside the ring!Conor Benn, has his first opponent lined up since leaving Matchroom, he will fight former Super Lightweight champ Regis Prograis on the undercard of Fury vs Makhmudov. We hear from Prograis who tells us Benn has only got to where he is in the sport due to his surname.Elsewhere we discuss the growing influence of the Sela and Turki Alalshikh who is staging an event on UK soil with two of the sports biggest stars, and neither Eddie Hearn or Frank Warren is involved.Gareth brings us up to date with the ongoing dispute between Frank Warren and Sela after Warren threatened legal action against themAnd Oleksandr Usyk will be defending his WBC Heavyweight title in Egypt against former kickboxing World Champ Rico Verhoeven Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Has boxing experienced a stranger ten days? From Conor Benn's departure from Matchroom to Oleksandr Usyk defending his WBC title beneath the pyramids, and the emergence of a reported $1 billion lawsuit, the sport has produced no shortage of surprises. Buncey is joined by Boxing Scene editor Matt Christie to try to make sense of it all.

Amateur standout Louie Ward speaks with Matchroom namesake Jamie Ward fresh from signing a promotional contract. The three time National Champion who represented England makes his professional debut on the undercard of George Liddard vs Tyler Denny in London on March 21. The 21 year old Super Featherweight starlet reveals his sporting heroes, hopes for the future and why he supports Liverpool. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a SWERVE in the boxing promotional world as the new start up, Zuffa Boxing, in the U.S. has snatched away British prominent fighter Conor Benn from U.K. based Matchroom Boxing.We had a spirited discussion on this weekend's "Fight Freaks Unite Recap," as host T.J. Rives particularly is criticizing the terms of the signing by Zuffa and how it hypocritically contradicts their supposed "revolutionizing" boxing promotions with their own system, fighter pay model and ignoring the boxing organizations.Insider Dan Rafael provides his counter points, but also agrees and is questioning how Zuffa can justify the apparent ridiculous money that Benn is getting for a "one off" fight with them?Benn is off his career best win defeating Chris Eubank Jr. in their rematch last November. And what about how he left Matchroom, whom had stood by him, including financially, during his PED suspension?Enjoy this portion of the Pod and a reminder to hear the whole show, just click the previous podcast on this feed. And, make sure to follow/subscribe for all the content here on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.

BENN LEAVES EDDIE - MAYWEATHER-PACQUIAO II - GARCIA BEATS BARRIOS - WOOD WALLOPS WARRINGTON Zuffa Boxing made an astonishing play when they swooped to steal Conor Benn away from long-time promoter Eddie Hearn. Will Benn be proved right to leave, or will he regret walking away from Matchroom? In another unexpected development, the rematch between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao was confirmed for September. A welcome sequel or another daft pantomime? Leigh Wood got the better of a faded Josh Warrington but the star of the weekend was Ryan Garcia who claimed a welterweight belt against Mario Barrios. In This Week, we take a gentle stroll back to 1996 and Oliver McCall making short work of Oleg Maskaev. Thanks for the support and keep listening, folks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ade Oladipo and Gareth A Davies unpack the weekend's action in the ring as Leigh Wood cruised past Josh Warrington in their long awaited rematch.Meanwhile, Ade was ringside to see Ryan Garcia win his first World Title, defeating Mario Barrios to claim the WBC Welterweight strap.It's been arguably more eventful outside the ring this week, Conor Benn shocked the world by announcing he will leave long-term promoter Eddie Hearn and Matchroom to team up with Zuffa Boxing, we discuss if loyalty has any place in boxing and we hear from Matchroom founder Barry Hearn who tells us how upset he is with what Benn has done.And just when things couldn't get any stranger, Floyd Mayweather has announced his return to professional boxing to fight his former foe Manny Pacquiao on Netflix! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Simon Jordan, Spencer Oliver, Paul Smith and IBF World Light Middleweight champion Josh Kelly as the boys discuss Conor Benn's shock decision to leave Eddie Hearn's Matchroom for big rival Dana White's new promotional company, and reflect on Leigh Wood's win over Josh Warrington plus the Floyd Mayweather vs Manny Pacquiao rematch. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a SWERVE in the boxing promotional world as the new start up, Zuffa Boxing, in the U.S. has snatched away British prominent fighter Conor Benn from U.K. based Matchroom Boxing.We had a spirited discussion on this weekend's "Fight Freaks Unite Recap," as host T.J. Rives particularly is criticizing the terms of the signing by Zuffa and how it hypocritically contradicts their supposed "revolutionizing" boxing promotions with their own system, fighter pay model and ignoring the boxing organizations.Insider Dan Rafael provides his counter points, but also agrees and is questioning how Zuffa can justify the apparent ridiculous money that Benn is getting for a "one off" fight with them?Benn is off his career best win defeating Chris Eubank Jr. in their rematch last November. And what about how he left Matchroom, whom had stood by him, including financially, during his PED suspension?Enjoy this portion of the Pod and a reminder to hear the whole show, just click the previous podcast on this feed. And, make sure to follow/subscribe for all the content here on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.

Will there be a bigger boxing story in 2026 than Conor Benn leaving Matchroom? Richie Woodhall joins Buncey to reflect on Benn's decision to sign with Dana White's Zuffa Boxing, while Eddie Hearn gives his immediate reaction. Plus, they ask what's next for Leigh Wood and Josh Warrington after their Nottingham rematch, with Wood the clear winner. We hear from both fighters.

Matt and EzRaw discuss the latest in boxing news including:Brittany Goossen Brown Joins the ShowNews and NotesRyan Garcia vs. Mario Barrios full preview. Oscar De La Hoya vs. Vergil Ortiz Ends Without Resolution, Parties to ReconveneConor Benn defects from Matchroom to Zuffa in SHOCKING announcement. Eddie Hearn is hurt.WBO Suspends Middleweight Champion Janibek Alimkhanuly For One Year For Positive Drug Test, Does NOT Strip Title. Bentley-Saavedra Interim Title Bout OrderedFloyd Mayweather coming out of retirement for a professional bout.Jermell Charlo contacted Eddie Hearn about fighting Jaron Ennis.DAZN and Matchroom Boxing agree new five-year deal. EZ Money Parlay of the Day, EzRaw Report Card, EzRaw BreakdownEzRaw Report Card & EzRaw BreakdownLeigh Wood vs. Josh Warrington Ryan Garcia vs. Mario BarriosClaressa Shields vs. Franchon Crews-DezurnEzra's Raw Hard CashMike's EZ moneyMatt's Best Bet.Booking the Territory: Ezra's TakesEzra gives his thoughts on Zuffa Boxing, Dana White vs. Turki Alalshikh, and DAZN vs. Golden BoyQuick HitsTeofimo Lopez moving up to welterweight, keeping father as trainerAlbert Bell-Andy Cruz IBF 135lbs title eliminator formally orderedImane Khelif Willing to Undergo Genetic Testing in Bid to Compete in 2028 Olympics. The purse bid for the IBF Featherweight Championship bout between Angelo Leo and mandatory Ra'eese Aleem was won by Manny Pacquiao Promotions. Curmel Moton will face Wilfredo Flores on February 28 on a manny Pacquiao Promotions card. Rising featherweight prospect Christopher “The Hitman” Houston has signed a multi-fight deal with Jimmy Adams Promotions, and will be featured on Country Box.Read the latest news at Brunch BoxingThoughts or questions? Email us at brunchboxingqa@gmail.comHosts: Matt, and EzRawSocial: MikeProducer: Huey

There's clearly a lot more to this Conor Benn and Matchroom relationship than we are being led to believe because Conor would've made good money with Matchroom, and so for him to leave and move to Zuffa, and essentially relocate his whole career to the United States tells us that maybe the garden wasn't as rosy as people made out. You never saw them being particularly close which is always a red flag. It's the same with Anthony Joshua so you feel like Conor Benn moving to Zuffa Boxing has left Match very exposed and very devoid of star power in the UK.

Matchroom boss Eddie Hearn explodes in a fiery, no-holds-barred interview, reacting to the latest headlines in boxing and shutting down critics in typical fashion. From Anthony Joshua's next move to promoter rivalries and heavyweight shake-ups — Hearn doesn't hold back. In this video:

Welcome back to Ringside Reporter, your #1 source for the latest boxing news, fight previews, and breaking updates around the world of combat sports. In today's episode, we break down a HUGE week in boxing:

Alex Moss and Burton DeWitt are back with a new episode of your go-to darts podcast after the PDC World Masters!   The boys start the show with a look back at last week's action in Milton Keynes, which saw Luke Littler tick off another major title with a 6-5 win over Luke Humphries in the World Masters final.   Emma Paton (19:10) joins the show ahead of hosting Sky's coverage of the new Premier League Darts season. The Sky Sports presenter reflects on the last few years and the rise in popularity of darts and what the future could have in store for the sport, as well as her own role as a presenter and working with Winmau and Paddy Power.   Alex and Burton continue their review of the World Masters by giving their take on the new coverage from ITV, now under the Matchroom production, before providing a detailed preview and insight for the new Premier League season.   Edwin Torbjörnsson (57:52) calls in ahead of the start of the new PDC Nordic & Baltic season this weekend. The Swedish International looks back on his career so far from gold medal success in the WDF Europe Cups and playing at Lakeside to his thrilling run to the final of last year's inaugural PDC Nordic & Baltic Championship.    The boys wrap up the show with a dip into the mailbag to answer your listeners questions.   Join the Darts Strava King group on Strava *** Get your own Alex Moss replica shirt (as worn by our co-host at the Las Vegas Open 2026) from DJD here! A % of the profits will be donated to The Ethan King Fund for Ewing Sarcoma Research *** This podcast is brought to you in association with Darts Corner - the number one online darts retailer! Darts Corner offers the widest selection of darts products from over 30 different manufacturers.  This podcast is sponsored by Darts Atlas - the platform for darts players, venues, and organisations. Darts Atlas is the home of the Amateur Darts Circuit (ADC) with hundreds of tournaments held on the platform every week.  Have you used Darts Atlas before? Share your feedback and experiences with Darts Atlas with us by sending an email to weeklydartscast@gmail.com and be in with a chance of winning some new logo Weekly Dartscast stickers! Check out Condor Darts here: UK site *** Enjoy our podcast? Make a one-off donation on our new Ko-Fi page here: ko-fi.com/weeklydartscast Support us on Patreon from just $2(+VAT): patreon.com/WeeklyDartscast Thank you to our Patreon members: Phil Moss, Gordon Skinner, Connor Ellis, Dan Hutchinson

It's nearly time for the IBF World Super Welterweight Title to be contested between Champion Bakhram Murtazaliev and Challenger Josh Kelly. Hear from both men plus their respective teams including Egis Klimas and Adam Booth plus Matchroom's CEO Frank Smith at the final press conference. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We're back to recap the weekend from Las Vegas, including Raymond Muratalla defending his IBF Lightweight Crown, plus the Zuffa Boxing innagural card/broadcast took place on Friday night and we have some fight news too on the newest "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter give their takes and insightFirst, a recap of the Saturday Matchroom DAZN card in Las VegasLightweight Raymond Muratalla W12 majority decision over Andy Cruz and retains IBF title. Why was he so good and what's next for Muratalla? Then, on the undercard light heavyweight but massively overweight Khalil Coe wins majority  decision over Jesse Hart,Junior middleweight Israil Madrimov decisions Luis David Salazar and rising junior middleweight Omari Jones decisions Jerome Baxter. Dan gives some analysis. Then, a recap of Friday's Zuffa Boxing debut on Paramount+in Las VegasCallum Walsh decisions Carlos Ocampo, 10 rounds, middleweights, as expected. And, on the undercard middleweight Misael Rodriguez won over Austin Deanda in 10 rounds and Cain Sandoval outpoints Julian Rodrigue in a junior welterweight fight.Plus, they go over some general thoughts on the launch/production/product of Zuffa and the streamer Paramount+Next, some newsLineal/IBF cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia, who became the first current champion to sign with Zuffa Boxing, will defend the title on March 8 at the Meta Apex in Las Vegas. But, who's the opponent?Matchroom Boxing will re-sign unified junior bantamweight champion Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez. Although he was a free agent, Matchroom retained the right to match any offer and has done so, matching an offer from Zuffa.  Former heavyweight champion Tyson Fury, who announced earlier this month — to the surprise of nobody — that he would end his latest retirement, is being lined up for an April ring return. Who's the likely opponent for him?And, Boxxer's Jan. 31 main event in London, Adam Azim vs. Gustavo Lemos, IBF junior welterweight eliminator for No. 2 spot is postponed after BOTH fighters suffered injuries. It's all part of the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc. !!

Episode #362: Cayden Griffiths (7-0, 6 KOs) is a 19-year-old professional boxer currently competing in the super welterweight division and signed to Oscar De La Hoya's Golden Boy Promotions. Griffiths achieved success in the amateurs, including junior golden gloves championship, junior Olympic Silver Medals, National PAL championship, and more. Follow Cayden on social media @CaydenGriffiths. CONNECT WITH US: All Show Links

It's a brand new year in 2026 and for the first time, our guys are back to recap the weekend action in Puerto Rico and have some fight nrews too on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter are back to give their takes.First a recap of the Saturday MVP DAZN bouts in San Juan, Puerto RicoFeatherweight Amanda Serrano W10 Reina Tellez, retains WBO/WBA women's title. What's next for one of the women's all time greats? Plus, lightweight Stephanie Han scores tech dec after 7 rounds over Holly Holm and retains WBA women's title. Could she be a Serrano opponent? And, flyweight Jonathan “Bomba” Gonzalez surprises with a 12 round win over Yankiel Rivera and wins vacant WBA interim title.Also, a recap of the December 31st Shisei Promotions main event in TokyoKazuto Ioka, who was making his bantamweight debut, put himself in position to win a world title in a fifth weight division when he knocked out Maikel Ordosgoitti in the fourth round of a WBA title eliminator. Dan loves him some Japanese boxing and has more!NewsAnthony Joshua injured in a car accident in Nigeria on Monday that killed two of his close friends and members of his training team, Sina Ghami and Latif “Latz” Ayodele. Joshua released from the hospital on Wednesday. Boxing is a distant priority, but does this mean Joshua might not be in the ring for a longer amount of time?Related- To zero surprise, Tyson Fury posted on Instagram that he is coming out of the retirement. ABSOLUTE SHOCKER!  Dand and TJ discuss.Next, Matchroom announced it has signed WBO bantamweight titlist Christian Medina and that he will make his first defense at home in Guadalajara on Feb. 6 (DAZN) vs. countryman Adrian Curiel, 26, a former IBF junior flyweight titlist.  Due to illness, welterweight contender Paddy Donovan has withdrawn from an IBF final eliminator against former junior welterweight titlist Liam Paro scheduled for Jan. 16. No Limit said Paro would remain on the card if a suitable replacement can be found. The winner would have become the mandatory challenger for IBF titlist Lewis Crocker.  Jake Paul is dropped from new WBA cruiserweight rankings.... that he should have never been ranked in. We have more. Also, Terence Crawford officially vacated the WBA super middleweight title, the last one, and WBA has elevated interim titlist Armando Resendiz.  In the IBF it invited No. 1 contender Osleys Iglesias and former champion Canelo Alvarez to fight for the vacant title. Canelo not taking it as he is still sidelined after elbow surgery. Next up to accept the position will be Jamie Mungia. Stay tuned.It's all part of the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

Vinnie and Brendan discuss last week's Matchroom card from Stockton, CA. Can Diego Pacheco dazzle or is he destined to be flat soda? Will Ernesto Mercado rise to stardom? What's next for Joe Cordina? Tune in for that and news of the week on this week's KEOTB. 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!!!

In this podcast, we recap a complete weekend of boxing. We are also joined by Brook Sibrian, who will be fighting on Saturday in a rematch. Sibrian faces Gloria Munguilla in Los Angeles. The bout is available on PPV.comWe will also talk about Lamont Roach Jr's frustrating year after his draw to Isaac Cruz. We also talk about O'Shaquie Foster outclassing Stephen Fulton Jr, after Fulton missed weight, and how an interim lightweight belt was on the line. Other notables, Erislandy Lara keeps winning as he defeats Johan Gonzalez after Janibek was unable to compete, and Jesus Ramos Jr defeats Shane Mosley Jr. Frank Martin got a win on the prelims.Matchroom had a solid card, Shabaz Masoud defeated Peter McGrail in a fun fight. Elif Turhan announced herself as one of the most fearsome women's boxers as she stopped Beatriz Ferreira to win the IBF lightweight title. Conah Walker also stopped Pat McCormack in the 12th round of a good fight. Then, we preview this week's fight. Eye of the Tiger returns with a card on Thursday headlined by Alexandre Gaumont, and the co-feature is Imam Khataev. On Friday, Kubrat Pulev will face Murat Gassiev in a heavyweight title bout of some sort. Saturday on DAZN, Diego Pacheco will face Kevin Lele Sadjo in Stockton, but all eyes are on the co-feature, local favorite Gabriel Flores Jr. vs. Joe Cordina. The bout is a title eliminator. Also featured, Skye Nicolson vs. Yuliahn Luna, and opening the card, junior welterweight Ernesto “Tito” Mercado vs. Antonio Moran.We also breakdown the rematch between Badou Jack vs. Noel MikaelianOn BoxLab Promotions' YouTube page, Kevin Brown will face Cletus Seldin as well. 0:00 Brook Sibrian interview 16:00 Inital thoughts on Lamont Roach-Isaac Cruz24:36 Crawford WBC28:02 Roach-Cruz, Lukie's thoughts35:54 Shock Foster-Stephen Fulton 46:30 Erislandy Lara, Jesus Ramos Jr53:35 Frank Martin56:31 Elif Turhan01:01:06 Conah Walker stops Pat McCormack01:06:00 Diego Pacheco fight week01:10:56 Gabe Flores-Joe Cordina01:18:12 Badou Jack

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!!!

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.