Podcasts about matchroom boxing

We are back and ready to preview the Matchroom Boxing world title fight in New York, plus hear from a U.S. world champ on his way to Japan for a title defense next week and more on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast."Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael return and have their insight and takes on:The Matchroom Boxing ? DAZN card Saturday at Theater at MSG in NYJunior welterweight Richardson Hitchins vs. George Kambosos, for Hitchins IBF world title. Will this be easy work for Hitchins? Plus, lightweight Andy Cruz vs. Hironori Mishiro in an IBF lightweight eliminator bout. Then, a quick preview of the WBA "KO Drugs Festival" main event Saturday in Buenos Aires, ArgentinaBantamweight Nonito Donaire vs. Andres Campos, for vacant WBA interim title. Donaire is a hall of famer but hasn't fought in nearly two years and is coming off 2 losses, as well.Next, Dan with a Brian Norman conversation, as he makes his second WBO welterweight title defense vs. Jin Sasaki on June 19 (ESPN+) in Tokyo, Japan.News Canelo-Crawford is set for Sept. 13 in Las Vegas officially and will be on Netflix globally. The boys have the latest.WBC/WBA flyweight champion Kenshiro Teraji will headline a world title tripleheader defending against Ricardo Rafael Sandoval on July 30 in Yokohama, Japan. Dan has more.Also, Edwin De Los Santos promoter Sampson Lewkowicz told Dan this week he made a deal with Top Rank and De Los Santos will get half his purse ($165K of a $330K purse) from the canceled Keyshawn Davis fight.. It's interesting, as Top Rank Boxing was not obligated to do so.  And, Golden Boy announces the rescheduled junior welterweight Oscar Duarte vs. Kenneth Sims Jr. bout for Aug. 2 on DAZN in Sims' hometown of Chicago. NostalgiaJune 12, 1989 — 36 years ago on Thursday – Sugar Ray Leonard D12 Thomas Hearns in their long-awaited rematch. The boys briefly talk the bout and WATCH the full nostalgia recap on our Big Fight Weekend Youtube Page.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Prevew Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe to this feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

We are back and ready to preview the Matchroom Boxing world title fight in New York, plus hear from a U.S. world champ on his way to Japan for a title defense next week and more on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast."Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael return and have their insight and takes on:The Matchroom Boxing ? DAZN card Saturday at Theater at MSG in NYJunior welterweight Richardson Hitchins vs. George Kambosos, for Hitchins IBF world title. Will this be easy work for Hitchins? Plus, lightweight Andy Cruz vs. Hironori Mishiro in an IBF lightweight eliminator bout. Then, a quick preview of the WBA "KO Drugs Festival" main event Saturday in Buenos Aires, ArgentinaBantamweight Nonito Donaire vs. Andres Campos, for vacant WBA interim title. Donaire is a hall of famer but hasn't fought in nearly two years and is coming off 2 losses, as well.Next, Dan with a Brian Norman conversation, as he makes his second WBO welterweight title defense vs. Jin Sasaki on June 19 (ESPN+) in Tokyo, Japan.News Canelo-Crawford is set for Sept. 13 in Las Vegas officially and will be on Netflix globally. The boys have the latest.WBC/WBA flyweight champion Kenshiro Teraji will headline a world title tripleheader defending against Ricardo Rafael Sandoval on July 30 in Yokohama, Japan. Dan has more.Also, Edwin De Los Santos promoter Sampson Lewkowicz told Dan this week he made a deal with Top Rank and De Los Santos will get half his purse ($165K of a $330K purse) from the canceled Keyshawn Davis fight.. It's interesting, as Top Rank Boxing was not obligated to do so.  And, Golden Boy announces the rescheduled junior welterweight Oscar Duarte vs. Kenneth Sims Jr. bout for Aug. 2 on DAZN in Sims' hometown of Chicago. NostalgiaJune 12, 1989 — 36 years ago on Thursday – Sugar Ray Leonard D12 Thomas Hearns in their long-awaited rematch. The boys briefly talk the bout and WATCH the full nostalgia recap on our Big Fight Weekend Youtube Page.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Prevew Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe to this feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

Coming up Saturday night in New York City, unbeaten 140 lb. champ Richardson Hitchins is back headlining the Matchroom Boxing main event. And, here he talks one on one with our insider Dan Rafael on a special "Fight Freaks Unite Podcast."Hitchins will make his first IBF junior welterweight title defense against former unified lightweight champion George Kambosos Jr. on June 14 on DAZN at the MSG Theater. And, interestingly, the 27 year old New Yorker has little use or respect for what Kambosos has done.Will it be an easy night for the champ and if he wins, what fight does he want next?It's all part of the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subsribe on this feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

Coming up Saturday night in New York City, unbeaten 140 lb. champ Richardson Hitchins is back headlining the Matchroom Boxing main event. And, here he talks one on one with our insider Dan Rafael on a special "Fight Freaks Unite Podcast."Hitchins will make his first IBF junior welterweight title defense against former unified lightweight champion George Kambosos Jr. on June 14 on DAZN at the MSG Theater. And, interestingly, the 27 year old New Yorker has little use or respect for what Kambosos has done.Will it be an easy night for the champ and if he wins, what fight does he want next?It's all part of the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subsribe on this feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

Another weekend and another shocker main event, as Caleb Plant was upset in Las Vegas. We discuss that bout, the undercard and also fight cards for Golden Boy Promotions and Matchroom Boxing from Friday on the latest "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast."Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Feaks Unite Substack and newsletter are back.The discuss.The PBC on Prime Video card Saturday in Las Vegasas little known Armando Resendiz upset Caleb Plant and wins the WBA interim 168 lb. title. Is this more verifcation that Plant's better days are behind him? And what does it do to the possible fight with super middleweight Jermall Charlo, who scored a TKO6 over Thomas "Cornflake" LaManna.They also talk the middleweight Yoenli Hernandez decisioning Kyrone Davis and also, junior middleweight Isaac Lucero with a quick TKO over Omar Valenzuela. Next a recap of the Golden Boy DAZN main event Friday in Las VegasSuper middleweight Bektemir Melikuziev wins a tremendous decision over Darius Fulghum in a WBA eliminator. More on this bout.Plus, there was a solid Matchroom DAZN card Friday in Guadalajara, MexicoLight heavyweight Khalil Coe TKO6 over Manuel Gallegos in a rematch and avenges his TKO loss. And, junior featherweight Murodjon Akhmadaliev earns a TKO8 against Luis Castillo and up next is Sept. 14 Naoa Inoue challenge for the undisputed 122 lb. belts.Some NewsDevin Haney-Teofimo Lopez back ON for Aug. 16th after Teofimo apologized to Turki Alashikh.The Manny Pacquiao-Mario Barrios full PPV undercard wsa announced Saturday in Vegas and the fighters met briefly with the media.Sadly, Hall of Famer Mike McCallum died in Las Vegas at age 68. One of the greats! He won titles at 154 lb., 160 lb., and 175 lb. We reminisceNostalgiaJune 1, 2019 – 6 years ago Sunday – late replacement opponent Andy Ruiz TKO7 Anthony Joshua in a massive upset to win the unified WBO/IBF/WBA heavyweight title in their first fight. Big Dan ringside at MSG. (Watch more on this huge upset on our Big Fight Weekend Youtube page)Hear it all on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

Another weekend and another shocker main event, as Caleb Plant was upset in Las Vegas. We discuss that bout, the undercard and also fight cards for Golden Boy Promotions and Matchroom Boxing from Friday on the latest "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast."Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Feaks Unite Substack and newsletter are back.The discuss.The PBC on Prime Video card Saturday in Las Vegasas little known Armando Resendiz upset Caleb Plant and wins the WBA interim 168 lb. title. Is this more verifcation that Plant's better days are behind him? And what does it do to the possible fight with super middleweight Jermall Charlo, who scored a TKO6 over Thomas "Cornflake" LaManna.They also talk the middleweight Yoenli Hernandez decisioning Kyrone Davis and also, junior middleweight Isaac Lucero with a quick TKO over Omar Valenzuela. Next a recap of the Golden Boy DAZN main event Friday in Las VegasSuper middleweight Bektemir Melikuziev wins a tremendous decision over Darius Fulghum in a WBA eliminator. More on this bout.Plus, there was a solid Matchroom DAZN card Friday in Guadalajara, MexicoLight heavyweight Khalil Coe TKO6 over Manuel Gallegos in a rematch and avenges his TKO loss. And, junior featherweight Murodjon Akhmadaliev earns a TKO8 against Luis Castillo and up next is Sept. 14 Naoa Inoue challenge for the undisputed 122 lb. belts.Some NewsDevin Haney-Teofimo Lopez back ON for Aug. 16th after Teofimo apologized to Turki Alashikh.The Manny Pacquiao-Mario Barrios full PPV undercard wsa announced Saturday in Vegas and the fighters met briefly with the media.Sadly, Hall of Famer Mike McCallum died in Las Vegas at age 68. One of the greats! He won titles at 154 lb., 160 lb., and 175 lb. We reminisceNostalgiaJune 1, 2019 – 6 years ago Sunday – late replacement opponent Andy Ruiz TKO7 Anthony Joshua in a massive upset to win the unified WBO/IBF/WBA heavyweight title in their first fight. Big Dan ringside at MSG. (Watch more on this huge upset on our Big Fight Weekend Youtube page)Hear it all on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

From pouring tea to billion-dollar deals — Frank Smith's rise to CEO of Matchroom Boxing is nothing short of legendary. In this exclusive podcast, Frank opens up about building global stars like Anthony Joshua, sealing game-changing partnerships with DAZN, and navigating boxing's Saudi-powered evolution. We dive deep into: The making of Connor Benn vs Chris Eubank Jr Saudi Arabia's billion-dollar impact on global boxing Dana White's entry, Jake Paul's influence & Matchroom's future Secrets behind Matchroom's mega-events (and their $25M darts empire) Whether you're a fight fan, entrepreneur, or sports business geek — this episode is your ringside seat to the future of boxing. -------- Sign up to Wise Business banking: https://wise.com/uk/business/ Join Vanta and receive $1000 off: http://vanta.com/secretleaders

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We're back with another busy weekend of main event fight cards on two continents, we have some fight news and some heavyweight nostalgia too on the latest "The Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael return with insight and takes on it all.First, they preview the Saturday Matchroom Boxing DAZN card at Sheffield, EnglandDalton Smith returns vs. Mathieu Germain in a 12 rounds junior welterweight battle. Is Smith ready to take big steps. Plus, wasn't Josh Warrington retired??? Apparently not, as he'll meet someone named  Asad Asif Khan in the  junior lightweight co-feature. Next, we look at the Saturday from Golden Boy / DAZN at Oceanside, Calif., whereGabriela Fundora is already back to meet Marilyn Badillo for Fundora's undisputed women's flyweight title. The exciting sister of Sebastian Fundora can really punch, as well. Also, unbeaten Charles Conwell is in the junior middleweight co-feature. And, we also preview Sunday Boxxer card on Sjy Sports in UK and TrillerTV+ in US in Birmingham, EnglandCocky Ben Whittaker rematches Liam Cameron in a light heavyweight bout. We discuss whether Whittaker's act is a little too much for his lack of accomplishment. Then, some newsDan is reporting that Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn is working to get a deal done for WBC junior bantamweight titlist Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez and WBO titlist Phumelele Cafu to meet to unify their belts in the main event of a DAZN card eyed for July 19 in Dallas. He gives us all the info.Plus, it looks like Heavyweights Frank Sanchez and Filip Hrgovic, the two highest-ranked available contenders in the IBF ratings, are ready to fight.Also, Eddie Hearn said after Boots-Stanionis bout last weekend that he is talking to Top Rank/Bob Arum about Ennis-Brian Norman for later this Summer.Hamzah Sheeraz, who is moving up to super middleweight after his disappointing draw challenging WBC middleweight titlist Carlos Adames in February, announced he will do so with a new trainer in Andy Lee.And, Top Rank made Keyshawn Davis WBO lightweight defense vs. Edwin De Los Santos official on Thursday. It will be June 7the at the Scope in Norfolk, Virginia.Also announced co-feature: lightweight prospect Abdullah Mason stepping up in class against Jeremia Nakathila.  NostalgiaApril 19, 1991 – 34 years ago on Saturday -- Evander Holyfield decisioned George Foreman to retain the undisputed heavyweight title. This was a HUGE fight in more ways than one. The guys go over it all.Hear it all on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

We're back with another busy weekend of main event fight cards on two continents, we have some fight news and some heavyweight nostalgia too on the latest "The Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael return with insight and takes on it all.First, they preview the Saturday Matchroom Boxing DAZN card at Sheffield, EnglandDalton Smith returns vs. Mathieu Germain in a 12 rounds junior welterweight battle. Is Smith ready to take big steps. Plus, wasn't Josh Warrington retired??? Apparently not, as he'll meet someone named  Asad Asif Khan in the  junior lightweight co-feature. Next, we look at the Saturday from Golden Boy / DAZN at Oceanside, Calif., whereGabriela Fundora is already back to meet Marilyn Badillo for Fundora's undisputed women's flyweight title. The exciting sister of Sebastian Fundora can really punch, as well. Also, unbeaten Charles Conwell is in the junior middleweight co-feature. And, we also preview Sunday Boxxer card on Sjy Sports in UK and TrillerTV+ in US in Birmingham, EnglandCocky Ben Whittaker rematches Liam Cameron in a light heavyweight bout. We discuss whether Whittaker's act is a little too much for his lack of accomplishment. Then, some newsDan is reporting that Matchroom Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn is working to get a deal done for WBC junior bantamweight titlist Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez and WBO titlist Phumelele Cafu to meet to unify their belts in the main event of a DAZN card eyed for July 19 in Dallas. He gives us all the info.Plus, it looks like Heavyweights Frank Sanchez and Filip Hrgovic, the two highest-ranked available contenders in the IBF ratings, are ready to fight.Also, Eddie Hearn said after Boots-Stanionis bout last weekend that he is talking to Top Rank/Bob Arum about Ennis-Brian Norman for later this Summer.Hamzah Sheeraz, who is moving up to super middleweight after his disappointing draw challenging WBC middleweight titlist Carlos Adames in February, announced he will do so with a new trainer in Andy Lee.And, Top Rank made Keyshawn Davis WBO lightweight defense vs. Edwin De Los Santos official on Thursday. It will be June 7the at the Scope in Norfolk, Virginia.Also announced co-feature: lightweight prospect Abdullah Mason stepping up in class against Jeremia Nakathila.  NostalgiaApril 19, 1991 – 34 years ago on Saturday -- Evander Holyfield decisioned George Foreman to retain the undisputed heavyweight title. This was a HUGE fight in more ways than one. The guys go over it all.Hear it all on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

Matchroom Boxing's Eddie Hearn talks about the potential drawing power of welterweight Jaron Ennis

In this episode, Lukie and Dakota talk about Tim Tszyu's fourth-round stoppage of Joey Spencer. What did we learn about both? reflect on Richard Torrez Jr's 10-round unanimous decision over Guido Vianello, what is his future? Lukie was on-site as he shares his thoughts on the WBC junior welterweight eliminator that saw Lindolfo Delgado win a majority decision over Elvis Rodriguez. Other stand-outs such as lightweight Abdullah Mason, junior bantamweight Steven Navarro and middleweight Jahi Tucker are discussed. Then, we move to the unified middleweight titleholder Janibek Alimkhanuly stopping Anauel Ngamissengue in what could be labeled his best performance of his career. Also, heavyweight Bakhodir Jalolov had a forgettable fight. What is going on with his pro career? Late-sub Filip Hrgovic won a unanimous decision over Joe Joyce. The heavyweight fight was odd. On ProBox TV, Ricardo Salas knocked out Kent Cruz in two rounds and Antonio Moran won a majority decision over Mykquan Williams. This week we preview, a welterweight unification bout between Jaron Ennis and Eimantas Stanionis steals the headlines. Raymond Ford versus Thomas Mattice is a good undercard bout on the show, Arturo Popoca will face Christian Carto and 2024 Olympic bronze medalist Omari Jones makes a quick return. On ProBox TV, Jordan White will face Jose Matias Romero in the main event, the co-feature will see heavyweight Stephan Shaw vs. Raphael Akpejiori, and William Foster III vs. Brandon Leon Benitez is notable fight as well.Eye of the Tiger Management has a card on Thursday telecast on ESPN+.Timestamps0:00 Tim Tszyu-Joey Spencer12:17 Richard Torrez Jr-Guido Vianello 19:30 Elvis Rodriguez-Lindolfo Delgado 26:56 TR undercard 33:30 Janibek36:00 Hrgovic-Joe Joyce 40:00 Mykquan Williams lost40:45 Jaron Ennis- Eimantas Stanionis46:45 Raymond Ford-Thomas Mattice48:30 Matchroom Boxing undercard50:48 ProBox TV 52:30 final thoughts

Matt and EzRaw discuss the latest in boxing news including:News and NotesEddie Hearn says that Shakur Stevenson is willing to sit on the shelf until the fall to fight.Canelo Alvarez says that David Benavidez is very disrespectful and thinks he's Superman. Boxing Scene and ProBox Owner Garry Jonas has alleged that Riyadh Season frontman Turki Alalshikh has “consistently refusing media credentials to BoxingScene's reporters”.Deontay Wilder's June 27 return officially announced.Sebastian Fundora vs. Xander Zayas has been officially ordered by the WBO.Canelo Alvarez and William Scull tickets are now $21.33.Gary Russell Jr. interview with The Boxing Source: Russell says that his career may be over due to the shoulder injury; Also says that Gary Antuanne Russell will be back in the ring in the fourth quarter of the year.Coach Bob Santos tells The Boxing Source that Mario should be back in the ring by early summer.Kazuto Ioka vs. Puma Martinez rematch set for May 11.Booking the Damn Territory:Best to worst events, as voted on by the fans. Leading Candidates (OTY awards)EZ Money Parlay of the Day, EzRaw Report Card, EzRaw BreakdownEzRaw Report Card:Emanuel Navarrete vs. Charley Suarez, Raymond Muratalla vs Zaur AbdullaevGabriela Fundora vs. Marilyn Badillo, Charles Conwell vs. Jorge García PerezEzRaw Breakdown:Mikaela Mayer vs. Sandy Ryan 2; William Zepeda vs. Tevin Farmer 2; Melvin Jerusalem vs. Yudai ShigeokaEzra's Raw Hard CashMatt's Best Bet.The Rumor ReportHuge fight being negotiated for the potential Gervonta Davis vs. Lamont Roach 2 undercard.Caleb Plant and Jermall Charlo reportedly to share a PBC on Prime card on May 31.Dmitry Bivol to vacate the WBC Light Heavyweight Championship instead of facing David Benavidez?Quick HitsNewly-crowned WBC Women's Featherweight Champion Tiara Brown and Skye Nicolson had no rematch clause. Jake Paul's Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) have announced major signings in the women's division, including Dina Thorslund.IBF have ordered an immediate rematch of the final elimination bout between Lewis Crocker and Paddy Donovan. Matchroom wins purse bid for Galal Yafai vs. Francisco Rodriguez.Cuban Heavyweight Lenier Pero has signed a co-promotional deal with Matchroom Boxing and Boxlab Promotions.Thoughts on the results from this morning's bout between Angel Ayala and Masamichi Yabuki?Quick HitsVenado Lopez returns to the ring tonight. Should he be fighting again?Read the latest news at Brunch BoxingThoughts or questions? Email us at brunchboxingqa@gmail.comHosts: Matt, and EzRawSocial: MikeProducer: Huey

Ep 169: The boys are back for another great show! D-Rock and Joey D will kick it off with a recap of UFC Vegas 104. After, we take a trip across the pond to England for UFC London, Leon Edwards headlines in his own backyard against Philadelphia native Sean Brady. Events from around the world take place this weekend including ONE 172: Takeru versus Rodtang and Matchroom Boxing's Kambosos Jr. versus Yordan. As always, there will be combat sports news towards the end of the show. So, make sure you hit that like button; subscribe, rate, review, and leave a comment about what you'll be betting on this weekend.Watch On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/live/guxaGhZufio?si=_O_tryMJOrkj8RnN#MMA #UFC #UFCLondon #ONEFC #ONE172 #MatchroomBoxing #KambososYordan #DAZN #AKP169 #MMAPicks #FreePicksFollow Axe Kick Picks on X:@AxeKickPicksFollow Axe Kick Picks on IG:@akp_liveFollow the boys on X:Dylan: @rockk24Joey D: @10secondsleft_Follow the boys on IG:Dylan: @yorockk24Joey D: @10secondsleft_

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We're back off the weekend to recap the women's unified welterweight title showdown in London and we have an American Olympic prospect ready to make his pro debut with us, as well as, fight news and some Ali-Frazier nostalgia 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 go over it all.First, it's a recap of the Boxxer main event from Friday in London, as Lauren Price won over Natasha Jonas and unifies the WBC/IBF/WBA/IBO women's welterweight crowns. Price was younger, faster and better. What's her future?They also recap the ProBox main event from Saturday in Long Beach, Calif. with featherweight Joet Gonzalez decisioning Arnold Khegai in close, exciting finish to a 10 round bout  Next, we have previews for the Wednesday No Limit Boxing main event in Sydney, Australia: Brock Jarvis meets former unified welterweight champ, Keith Thurman over 10 rounds in a junior middleweight main event. There are big plans for Thurman after this, but does he have anything left after another long layoff?Then, on Thursday it's the Teiken Promotions main event in Tokyo: with Kenshiro Teraji taking on Seigo Yuri Akui for the WBC/WBA flyweight unification. This should be an all action battle with Teraji being a huge fan favorite, as well.Then, hear from Omari Jones, who turns pro with Matchroom Boxing on DAZN on March 15 card in his hometown of Orlando, Florida, This is on the Ammo Williams-Patrice Volny main event with Edgard Berlanaga in the co-feature  Then, some news:The NYSAC on Friday declined to overturn Tank Davis-Lamont Roach result and the draw will stand. The guys have takes. Also, Canelo Alvarez and the unknown William Scull met the media in NY on Thursday for the kickoff presser of the May bout that Canelo could sleep walk through. And, also, heavyweights Efe Ajagba and Martin Bakole will fight on the May 3rd on the Canelo-Scull undercard. The bout just wont be an IBF eliminator like it was supposed to be when it was on May 2 on the Times Square card.  We wrap with Nostalgia:March 8, 1971 – 54 years ago on Saturday – Smokin' Joe Frazier defeats the Greatest Muhammad Ali at famed Madison Square Garden. Arguably, it's the biggest fight in boxing history. There's lots to go over.March 9, 2013 — 12 years ago Sunday – Bernard Hopkins Hopkins outpointed Tavoris Cloud to win the IBF light heavyweight world title to, at 48, become the oldest fighter in boxing history to win a world title. That broke the record he set at age 46 with his historic light heavyweight title victory over Jean Pascal. We reminisce.

We're back off the weekend to recap the women's unified welterweight title showdown in London and we have an American Olympic prospect ready to make his pro debut with us, as well as, fight news and some Ali-Frazier nostalgia 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 go over it all.First, it's a recap of the Boxxer main event from Friday in London, as Lauren Price won over Natasha Jonas and unifies the WBC/IBF/WBA/IBO women's welterweight crowns. Price was younger, faster and better. What's her future?They also recap the ProBox main event from Saturday in Long Beach, Calif. with featherweight Joet Gonzalez decisioning Arnold Khegai in close, exciting finish to a 10 round bout  Next, we have previews for the Wednesday No Limit Boxing main event in Sydney, Australia: Brock Jarvis meets former unified welterweight champ, Keith Thurman over 10 rounds in a junior middleweight main event. There are big plans for Thurman after this, but does he have anything left after another long layoff?Then, on Thursday it's the Teiken Promotions main event in Tokyo: with Kenshiro Teraji taking on Seigo Yuri Akui for the WBC/WBA flyweight unification. This should be an all action battle with Teraji being a huge fan favorite, as well.Then, hear from Omari Jones, who turns pro with Matchroom Boxing on DAZN on March 15 card in his hometown of Orlando, Florida, This is on the Ammo Williams-Patrice Volny main event with Edgard Berlanaga in the co-feature  Then, some news:The NYSAC on Friday declined to overturn Tank Davis-Lamont Roach result and the draw will stand. The guys have takes. Also, Canelo Alvarez and the unknown William Scull met the media in NY on Thursday for the kickoff presser of the May bout that Canelo could sleep walk through. And, also, heavyweights Efe Ajagba and Martin Bakole will fight on the May 3rd on the Canelo-Scull undercard. The bout just wont be an IBF eliminator like it was supposed to be when it was on May 2 on the Times Square card.  We wrap with Nostalgia:March 8, 1971 – 54 years ago on Saturday – Smokin' Joe Frazier defeats the Greatest Muhammad Ali at famed Madison Square Garden. Arguably, it's the biggest fight in boxing history. There's lots to go over.March 9, 2013 — 12 years ago Sunday – Bernard Hopkins Hopkins outpointed Tavoris Cloud to win the IBF light heavyweight world title to, at 48, become the oldest fighter in boxing history to win a world title. That broke the record he set at age 46 with his historic light heavyweight title victory over Jean Pascal. We reminisce.

It's definitely a charged up edition of our show after the 'was it or wasn't a knockdown' in the narrow split draw for the Tank Davis-Lamont Roach PBC main event. And, our guys are ready to go over it all on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast."Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Substack and Newsletter and they are LOADED UP for their takes!They get right to the recap of the PBC on Prime Video PPV from Brooklyn, as Gervonta Davis retained his WBA title with a draw over Lamont Roach Jr. What was THAT in the 9th round as Davis took a knee and then illegally went back to his corner and threw the ropes to have his eyes and face wiped, while the round was going on? The boys go over it the controversy and Dan has fresh insight on the dispute abou whether the NY commission and the alternate ref actually had a clear look at the events in the 9th round or not?! On the undercard, Gary Antuanne Russell dominated Jose Valenzuela over 12 rounds and wins the WBA 140 lb. crown. Meanwhile, Alberto Puello likewise decisioned Sandor Martin and keeps his WBC version at 140 lb. Will these two be fighting next?Also, Yoenis Tellez looked great in beating former world champ Julian Williams to win the vacant WBA interim 154 lb. crown and Johan Gonzalez defeated by decision and retires Jarrett Hurd on this card, too. Next they stay in the same division nad briefly recap Salita Promotions main event from Fajardo, Puerto Rico, as Subriel Matias TKO 8 against Gabriel Valenzuela and is now the IBF top fighter at 140 lb.And, there was more controversy with the Matchroom Boxing main event from Belfast, Northern Ireland as Lewis Crocker won while on the canvas in an eigth round DQ for Paddy Donovan for hitting him after the bell. It was wild with Donovan on the ground in tears at the verdict We go over the incompetence of it all.Next is NewsTurki Alalshikh announces the May 2 PPV tripleheader in NY's Times Square:Ryan Garcia vs. Rolano Romero for vacant WBA regular welterweight titleDevin Haney vs. Jose Ramirez, both moving up to welterweight Teofimo Lopez vs. Arnold Barboza Jr. in mandatory WBO junior welterweight title defenseAlso, the  WBC announced some status updates for its divisions, including ordering Bivol-Benavidez, and a date for Inoue  And we wrap with NostalgiaMarch 3, 2000 – 25 years ago on Monday – Felix Trinidad W12 against David Reid to win WBA junior middleweight as he moves up in weight and destroys the unbeaten Olympic gold medalist to his title and to begina brief but devastaing run through the division.  And, March 1, 2008 – 17 years ago on Saturday – Israel Vazquez W12 over Rafael Marquez in their epic third fight of their four bouts. It was the 2008 fight of the year, as Vazquez retains lineal/WBC junior featherweight title. We discuss the greatness.It's all part of the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

It's definitely a charged up edition of our show after the 'was it or wasn't a knockdown' in the narrow split draw for the Tank Davis-Lamont Roach PBC main event. And, our guys are ready to go over it all on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast."Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Substack and Newsletter and they are LOADED UP for their takes!They get right to the recap of the PBC on Prime Video PPV from Brooklyn, as Gervonta Davis retained his WBA title with a draw over Lamont Roach Jr. What was THAT in the 9th round as Davis took a knee and then illegally went back to his corner and threw the ropes to have his eyes and face wiped, while the round was going on? The boys go over it the controversy and Dan has fresh insight on the dispute abou whether the NY commission and the alternate ref actually had a clear look at the events in the 9th round or not?! On the undercard, Gary Antuanne Russell dominated Jose Valenzuela over 12 rounds and wins the WBA 140 lb. crown. Meanwhile, Alberto Puello likewise decisioned Sandor Martin and keeps his WBC version at 140 lb. Will these two be fighting next?Also, Yoenis Tellez looked great in beating former world champ Julian Williams to win the vacant WBA interim 154 lb. crown and Johan Gonzalez defeated by decision and retires Jarrett Hurd on this card, too. Next they stay in the same division nad briefly recap Salita Promotions main event from Fajardo, Puerto Rico, as Subriel Matias TKO 8 against Gabriel Valenzuela and is now the IBF top fighter at 140 lb.And, there was more controversy with the Matchroom Boxing main event from Belfast, Northern Ireland as Lewis Crocker won while on the canvas in an eigth round DQ for Paddy Donovan for hitting him after the bell. It was wild with Donovan on the ground in tears at the verdict We go over the incompetence of it all.Next is NewsTurki Alalshikh announces the May 2 PPV tripleheader in NY's Times Square:Ryan Garcia vs. Rolano Romero for vacant WBA regular welterweight titleDevin Haney vs. Jose Ramirez, both moving up to welterweight Teofimo Lopez vs. Arnold Barboza Jr. in mandatory WBO junior welterweight title defenseAlso, the  WBC announced some status updates for its divisions, including ordering Bivol-Benavidez, and a date for Inoue  And we wrap with NostalgiaMarch 3, 2000 – 25 years ago on Monday – Felix Trinidad W12 against David Reid to win WBA junior middleweight as he moves up in weight and destroys the unbeaten Olympic gold medalist to his title and to begina brief but devastaing run through the division.  And, March 1, 2008 – 17 years ago on Saturday – Israel Vazquez W12 over Rafael Marquez in their epic third fight of their four bouts. It was the 2008 fight of the year, as Vazquez retains lineal/WBC junior featherweight title. We discuss the greatness.It's all part of the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

Matt and EzRaw discuss the latest in boxing news including:News and NotesGervonta Davis holds secret media workout and interview session for non-boxing podcasters, entertainers and influencers.Jose Valenzuela Rips Russell Ahead of Their March 1 Showdown.Another Fighter From February 2, Shields Event Tests Positive For Marijuana: Joseph Hicks, like Claressa Shields tested positive for marijuana via oral swab, following their respective February 2 bouts. Both fighters' urine samples came back clean.Keyshawn Davis Moves Ahead of Shakur Stevenson in Latest Ring Magazine Rankings. Xander Zayas and Charles Conwell have reached a social media agreement to fight each other next.Eye of the Tiger head honcho Camille Estephan is calling for a super middleweight showdown between his fight Christian Mbilli and Matchroom Boxing's Diego Pacheco. Estephan claims that he has not heard back from Pacheco's team.Turki Alalshikh says one of the innovations in boxing he's “already started” is with judging. He did not elaborate on what he's done so far or if it's already been implemented in his events and fight results.Turki Alalshikh Names His Boxing Fantasy Matchups.EZ Money Parlay of the Day, EzRaw Report Card, EzRaw BreakdownEzRaw Report Card and then EzRaw BreakdownJunto Nakatani (29-0, 22 KOs) vs. David Cuellar (28-0, 18 KOs), Seiya Tsutsumi (12-0-2, 8 KOs) vs. Daigo Higa (21-3-1, 19 KOs), Tenshin Nasukawa (5-0, 2 KOs) vs. Jason MoloneyMike's EZ Money Parlay of the DayMatt's Best BetsThe Rumor ReportTank vs. Roach box office numbersThe Ring vs. Boxing Scene Cold WarQuick HitsLuis Nery, Carlos Ocampo and Frank Sanchez return to the boxing ring tonight.Troy Isley and Tiger Johnson added to the March 29, Mayer-Ryan 2 card.Jalil Hackett and Jamaine Ortiz added to the March 15, Williams-Volny card.Former two-division world champion Marcos “Chino” Maidana has been hospitalized, following a major traffic accident in his native Argentina.Brunch Boxing would like to extend our deepest condolences to @BoxeoMarshyon the loss of his father.Read the latest news at Brunch BoxingThoughts or questions? Email us at brunchboxingqa@gmail.comHosts: Matt, and EzRawSocial: MikeProducer: Huey

Eddie Hearn talks exclusively to Matchroom Boxing from HQ in Brentwood on Jack Catterall vs Arnold Barboza in Manchester on February 15; the latest on Dalton Smith-Adam Azim, Anthony Joshua, Canelo vs Jake Paul & Terence Crawford, Johnny Fisher-Dave Allen & more!

In this show we talk about Diego Pacheco's impressive win over Steven Nelson that main event a Matchroom Boxing telecast on DAZN, Saturday night from Las Vegas. What is next for Pacheco...Canelo?Other notables we touch on this week, Andy Cruz's victory over Omar Salcido, Ernesto Mercado stopping Jose Pedraza, Dalton Smith's first round knockout win in the UK, Conah Walker upsetting Harry Scarff, Ellie Scotney is really good and called out Skye Nicolson, Najee Lopez got the biggest win of his career over Lenin Castillo on ProBox TV and Stanley Wright upset Jeremiah Milton in a shocker in a heavyweight co-feature.Thursday night, Lukie was live at the Golden Boy Promotions show, and he will talk about a future star watch with Grant Flores. Also, notable Eric Priest defeats Tyler Howard and Jordan Panthen's Golden Boy debut.We switch gears and preview a huge week of fights Friday We have a domestic UK show on DAZN that features the following, George Liddard vs. Derrick Osaze, Junaid Bostan vs. Bilal Fawaz, and Jimmy Sains.Saturday, we have a HUGE PPVFight cardDavid Benavidez vs. David MorrellBrandon Figueroa vs. Stephen Fulton Jr.Isaac “Pitbull” Cruz vs. Angel FierroJesus Ramos Jr. vs. Jeison RosarioSunday on DAZNClaressa Shields vs. Danielle PerkinsBrandon Moore vs. Skylar LacyJoseph Hicks vs. Keon PapillionJoshua James Pagan vs. Ronal RonTimestamps 0:00 Diego Pacheco-Steven Nelson thoughts10:30 Matchroom USA undercard18:30 Naoya Inoue stops Ye Joon Kim23:50 Jin Sasaki26:00 Dalton Smith, Conah Walker and Ellie Scotney31:00 Najee Lopez33:20 Stanley Wright beats Jeremiah Milton37:00 Grant Flores37:40 David Benavidez-David Morrell preview47:00 Brandon Figueroa-Stephen Fulton Jr 51:00 Isaac Cruz-Angel Fierro preview55:15 Jesus Ramos Jr-Jeison Rosario preview58:30 news and notes of the week01:02:00 Claressa Shields-Danielle Perkins on DAZN

Finally! We have a weekend with multiple prominent main events in Jaruary all over the globe. And, we're ready to go over it all on the newet "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast"Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter return for breakdown on:Friday Ohashi Promotions card at Tokyo, JapanNaoya Inoue scores a KO4 over late replacement Ye Joon Kim of South Korea, retains undisputed junior featherweight title. Now what for "The Monster??" Then, onto Saturday and the Matchroom card at Las VegasSuper middleweight rising contender Diego Pacheco decisions veteran Steven Nelson in the main event. Should have he gotten a stoppage and what's on deck for the rest of this year for Pacheco?In the co-feature, ightweight Andy Cruz scores another win beating Omar Salcido. Can he get a title shot sooner rather than later?And, junior welterweight Ernesto “Tito” Mercado Kayoes the remnants of Jose Pedraza, too.Also, Saturday Matchroom card at Nottingham, EnglandJunior welterweight Dalton Smith TKO1 Walid Ouizza, wins vacant European title. What about Smith did we glean? Then some news:Turki/Riyadh Season announced the site and undercard for April 26 Chris Eubank Jr.-Conor Benn card. We discuss. With Lomachenko out injured, IBF interim title fight between Zaur Abdullaev and Raymond Muratalla is in works, purse bid scheduled, and if Top Rank promotes the fight ,it'll be April 5 in Las Vegas.Former unified lightweight champion George Kambosos Jr., who signed a co-promotional deal with Eddie Hearn of Matchroom Boxing to partner with his longtime promoter Lou DiBella in November, will have the first bout of the deal March 22 in Sydney. Dan's reporting is the likely opponent will be former title challenger Daud Yordan.  And, Popular Irish featherweight Michael Conlan has signed with Wasserman Boxing and is making a comeback from 15-month layoff on March 7 on the Harlem Eubank-Tyrone McKenna undercard  Nostalgia Jan. 25, 2003 — 22 years ago on Saturday – Vernon Forrest lopsided decision over then P4P king Shane Mosley, dropped him twice and handily won decision to win WBC welterweight title in a big big upset.  Dan was there in NYC.Jan. 27, 2001 — 24 years ago on Monday – Five of the 2000 U.S. Olympians turned pro on HBO at the MSG Theater on a hugely hyped fight.card. In the end, none of them did anything other than Jermain Taylor, who would became the undisputed middleweight champion. Dan has stories, including about Pernell Whitaker that weekend.Hear it all on the newest "Fight Freaks Unite Recap" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify for all the great content.

Finally! We have a weekend with multiple prominent main events in Jaruary all over the globe. And, we're ready to go over it all on the newet "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast"Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newsletter return for breakdown on:Friday Ohashi Promotions card at Tokyo, JapanNaoya Inoue scores a KO4 over late replacement Ye Joon Kim of South Korea, retains undisputed junior featherweight title. Now what for "The Monster??" Then, onto Saturday and the Matchroom card at Las VegasSuper middleweight rising contender Diego Pacheco decisions veteran Steven Nelson in the main event. Should have he gotten a stoppage and what's on deck for the rest of this year for Pacheco?In the co-feature, ightweight Andy Cruz scores another win beating Omar Salcido. Can he get a title shot sooner rather than later?And, junior welterweight Ernesto “Tito” Mercado Kayoes the remnants of Jose Pedraza, too.Also, Saturday Matchroom card at Nottingham, EnglandJunior welterweight Dalton Smith TKO1 Walid Ouizza, wins vacant European title. What about Smith did we glean? Then some news:Turki/Riyadh Season announced the site and undercard for April 26 Chris Eubank Jr.-Conor Benn card. We discuss. With Lomachenko out injured, IBF interim title fight between Zaur Abdullaev and Raymond Muratalla is in works, purse bid scheduled, and if Top Rank promotes the fight ,it'll be April 5 in Las Vegas.Former unified lightweight champion George Kambosos Jr., who signed a co-promotional deal with Eddie Hearn of Matchroom Boxing to partner with his longtime promoter Lou DiBella in November, will have the first bout of the deal March 22 in Sydney. Dan's reporting is the likely opponent will be former title challenger Daud Yordan.  And, Popular Irish featherweight Michael Conlan has signed with Wasserman Boxing and is making a comeback from 15-month layoff on March 7 on the Harlem Eubank-Tyrone McKenna undercard  Nostalgia Jan. 25, 2003 — 22 years ago on Saturday – Vernon Forrest lopsided decision over then P4P king Shane Mosley, dropped him twice and handily won decision to win WBC welterweight title in a big big upset.  Dan was there in NYC.Jan. 27, 2001 — 24 years ago on Monday – Five of the 2000 U.S. Olympians turned pro on HBO at the MSG Theater on a hugely hyped fight.card. In the end, none of them did anything other than Jermain Taylor, who would became the undisputed middleweight champion. Dan has stories, including about Pernell Whitaker that weekend.Hear it all on the newest "Fight Freaks Unite Recap" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify for all the great content.

Eddie Hearn, Promoter and Chairman of Matchroom Boxing, chats with Cynthia for BWBSP during Pacheco vs. Nelson fight week. Hearn talks about Diego Pacheco wanting a very tough and skilled Steven "So Cold" Nelson and making sure Pacheco understands this is a high risk low reward fight and what how close is Pacheco to challenging Canelo for the belt. Hearn talks about the future of Anthony Joshua if Tyson Fury is next, if he comes out of retirement, Deontay Wilder is a viable opponent and wanting the winner of Dubois vs. Parker fight. Ennis vs. Stanionis was finally announced and Hearn talks about how relieved and happy he was able to get that unification fight made. He talks about how the path Ennis and Hearn have for his career and determined to follow that plan. Plus, Hearn gives a thorough break down of Canelo vs Crawford if that fight gets made. Check it out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Matt and EzRaw discuss the latest in boxing news including:News and NotesFinal thoughts on the kickoff press conference for David Benavidez vs. David Morrell.Brandon Figueroa wants to welcome Naoya Inoue to 126.Conor McGregor found liable in rape civil suit.Lamont Roach predicts a victory over Gervonta “Tank” Davis.Rashidi Ellis tells Brunch Boxing that he wants to fight on the Tank vs. Roach undercard on March 1. He wants Jamal James, Mykal Fox, Ricardo Salas, Victor Ortiz or Roiman Villa.Hamzah Sheeraz backs out of fight with Janibek Alimkhanuly.Tevin Farmer says there was not any drug testing for his fight with William Zepeda.DAZN officially announces the PPV price for the Fury-Usyk rematch. It will be $39.99.Oscar De La Hoya's latest Clap Back Thursday: He says the fighters are killing the sport.Eddie Hearn teases new Matchroom signee announcement on Monday.The International Boxing Hall of Fame is expected to announce the new inductees pretty soon.Lo & BeholdClaressa Shields vs. Amanda Serrano: Is this latest row much ado about nothing?Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk 2: Fury brings in Kevin Lerena to help get ready for rematch.Biggest Boxing Turkeys of 2024Who are the biggest losers in boxing in the year of 2024?Giving Thanks in Boxing 2024What are you thankful for in boxing in the year of 2024?EZ MoneyMatt's Best BetThe Rumor ReportIs Canelo Alvarez really fighting Carlos Adames next in Japan?What's going on with Errol Spence vs. Sebastian Fundora?Who is Angelo Leo fighting next?Denys Berinchyk Title Defense vs. Sam Noakes Added to Fury-Usyk RematchQuick HitsJarrell “Big Baby” Miller vs. Dereck Chisora reportedly being tabbed for February 8.Charles Martin successfully returned to the boxing ring last week, winning by spectacular first-round knockout.Alan Picasso added to the December 14 Jaime Munguia card.Jai Opetaia officially announced mandatory title defense again Huseyin Cinkara.George Kambosos signs a co-promotional deal with Matchroom Boxing.Heavyweight prospect “The Big Uzbek” Bakhodir Jalolov is set to return to the ring on February 6 in Montreal, Canada, as he takes on journeyman French heavyweight David Spilmont.And more!Read the latest news at Brunch BoxingThoughts or questions? Email us at brunchboxingqa@gmail.comHosts: Matt, and EzRawGuest: Lo HanshawSocial: MikeProducer: Huey

Eddie Hearn - Chairman of Matchroom Sport - leads the only global boxing promotional company in the world. However, his empire expands beyond boxing to basketball, darts, snooker, gymnastics, and many other sports.   He discusses his groundbreaking $1 Billion deal with DAZN that brought the biggest fights in the world to streaming, and his thoughts on YouTubers getting in the ring.   Details: 4:05 - Fan experience in professional darts 5:20 - Lessons for life and business 7:45 - Matchroom Boxing 12:15 - YouTuber Boxers 14:50 - Women's Boxing 18:55 - The largest boxing broadcasting deal in history with DAZN 26:55 - Rapid Fire Questions   For more insights, visit our LinkedIn page or learn more about Navigate at https://nvgt.com/.

It's the newest edition of our preview podcast as Top Rank Boxing on ESPN+ Saturday night in New York features Robson Conceicao vs. O'Shaquie Foster for Conceicao's WBC junior lightweight title. We talk that bout, lightweight contender Floyd Schofield headlining for Golden Boy Promotions in Vegas, some fight news and some classic anniverary nostalgia.Host T.J. Rives is back with insider Dan Rafael of BigFightWeekend.com to go over it all. Will Foster avenge his awful loss to Conceicao to regain his belt? The guys discuss that and also Top Rank 135 lb. rising star Raymond Muratalla in action.Meanwhile, Schofield meets veteran Rene Tellez Giron in 12 rounder and for the laties Gabriela Fundora takes on Gabriela Celeste Alaniz, for the IBF/WBC/WBO/WBA undisputed women's flyweight titles, too.Next there's fight news on Dan's reporting that Canelo Alvarez WON'T be fighting Chris Eubank of the U.K. coming up in May. He explains more. Plus, the Tank Davis-Lamont Roach PPV event is now definitely not happening December 14th per Dan's investigating, including messaging with Davis.There's news on Jesse ‘Bam' Rodriguez signing contract extension with Matchroom Boxing ahead of his November. 9the defense vs. Pedro Guevara.And, 22-year-old Marco Verde, the 2024 Olympic welterweight silver medalist from Mexico and one of most sought after Olympians, is going pro under the guidance of manager Eddy Reynoso.The show wraps with Halloween anniversary nostalgia on Prince Naseem Hamed beating Wayne McCullough to retain WBO featherweight title 26 years ago. Dan was ringside for the first of the 236 HBO fights he covered and first fight for USA Today.And October 31, 1992  Lennox Lewis announces his arrival on the world stage by destroying Razor Ruddock in 2 rounds in England in a WBC title eliminator that eventually led him to becoming the full champ and a hall of famer.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

It's the newest edition of our preview podcast as Top Rank Boxing on ESPN+ Saturday night in New York features Robson Conceicao vs. O'Shaquie Foster for Conceicao's WBC junior lightweight title. We talk that bout, lightweight contender Floyd Schofield headlining for Golden Boy Promotions in Vegas, some fight news and some classic anniverary nostalgia.Host T.J. Rives is back with insider Dan Rafael of BigFightWeekend.com to go over it all. Will Foster avenge his awful loss to Conceicao to regain his belt? The guys discuss that and also Top Rank 135 lb. rising star Raymond Muratalla in action.Meanwhile, Schofield meets veteran Rene Tellez Giron in 12 rounder and for the laties Gabriela Fundora takes on Gabriela Celeste Alaniz, for the IBF/WBC/WBO/WBA undisputed women's flyweight titles, too.Next there's fight news on Dan's reporting that Canelo Alvarez WON'T be fighting Chris Eubank of the U.K. coming up in May. He explains more. Plus, the Tank Davis-Lamont Roach PPV event is now definitely not happening December 14th per Dan's investigating, including messaging with Davis.There's news on Jesse ‘Bam' Rodriguez signing contract extension with Matchroom Boxing ahead of his November. 9the defense vs. Pedro Guevara.And, 22-year-old Marco Verde, the 2024 Olympic welterweight silver medalist from Mexico and one of most sought after Olympians, is going pro under the guidance of manager Eddy Reynoso.The show wraps with Halloween anniversary nostalgia on Prince Naseem Hamed beating Wayne McCullough to retain WBO featherweight title 26 years ago. Dan was ringside for the first of the 236 HBO fights he covered and first fight for USA Today.And October 31, 1992  Lennox Lewis announces his arrival on the world stage by destroying Razor Ruddock in 2 rounds in England in a WBC title eliminator that eventually led him to becoming the full champ and a hall of famer.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

Send us a textWelcome to our review of PR Pitches and mergers & acquisitions in the UK PR scene with Andrew Bloch. Here we discuss the biggest pitch wins and mergers & acquisitions that the PR sector has seen in October 2024.Andrew is the lead consultant - PR, Social, Content and Influencer at the new business consultancy firm AAR and a partner at PCB Partners, where he advises on buying and selling marketing services agencies.Andrew launched Andrew Bloch & Associates in 2020.Before we start, check out the programme for our PR Masterclass: Agency Growth Forum. It's on 12th November 2024, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm GMT. Both face-to-face and virtual tickets are available. The event is held in central London. Face-to-face tickets are expected to sell out, so if you want to come along, don't hang about.Also, thanks so much to the PRmoment Podcast sponsors the PRCA1.30 mins Andrews run down of this months biggest pitch wins“It's decent, the budget has created some uncertainty…its picked up a little slowed than I had expected post the summer but there's plenty going on.”Formula E hires Soapbox – Soapbox also look after Matchroom Boxing, Pro Darts Corporation, Under Armour, AJ, Luke Littner and Eddie Hearn.Primark hire Weber Shandwick to support global trust and reputation projects. Asos hires The Earnies for consumer comms.Typhoo also hire The Earnies G- Shock hire Kingdom Collective – National Energy System Operator (NESO) – Britain's new energy body responsible for planning Britain's electricity and gas networks – appoint Brands2Life to deliver brand strategy and Eulogy to create a national advertising campaign.Bafta film awards hire DDA Pooch (healthy premium dog food company) & Mutt hire Munch Dave's Hot Chicken hire Cut The bull Epson, the global tech company hire Kindred ESG brief for internal and external audiences. Ena Athletics, the premium performance sportswear brand hire Brand Nation San Miguel hire MSL –XIX Vodka hire Sunny Side Up. Honda hire Exposure Monopoly Lifesized hire One Green Bean.21 mins Andrew talks us through this month's biggest PR M&A deals.“There's been a lot of people trying to get things through because of the budget”Auspicious Group – A new creative services agency is formed via acquisition of 2 film companies.  Studio Yes and Blue Chalk Media.  3 businesses already have 40FTEs and $7m revenue.Run by Rachel Pendered, co-founder of Media Zoo who will be co CEO alongside Barnaby Cook co-founder of Casual Films and Mark Killik also previously from Media Zoo. Helios Global Group (healthcare comms) gets backing from Telemos Capital (PE). Berkeley Communications acquire Danebury Research – a PR survey company. Blue Communications acquire Saltwater Stone.

It's the latest editoin of our preview as host T.J. Rives is joined by insider Dan Rafael of BigFightWeekend.com to go over the Matchroom Boxing main event in England, have an interview with a former world champ and some great Evander Holyfield heavyweight title nostalgia, too on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast."The guys go over:Jack Catterall meeting Regis Prograis in the scheduled 12 round main event for Matchroom in Manchester, England Saturday night. Get the insight on the fight and the immediate future for the winner?Then, it's Dan's converstaion with O'Shaquie Foster, who looks to regain his WBC 130 lb. title against Brazilian Robson Conceicao on November 2nd in Verona, NY. Foster was robbed in the previous bout and now it's an immediate rematch.There's fight news on whether the Gervonta Davis vs. Lamont Roach fight will actually happen on December 14th and in Houston or could a date or venue change be in play. Plus, Dan discusses the retirement of a prominent women's champ and the offcial announcement of Nayoa "The Monster" Inoue's next bout for Christmas Eve this year in Tokyo.The boys wrap up with how Holyfield became the unisputed heavyweight champ in just one punch against James Buster Douglas 34 years ago Friday.It's all on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

It's the latest editoin of our preview as host T.J. Rives is joined by insider Dan Rafael of BigFightWeekend.com to go over the Matchroom Boxing main event in England, have an interview with a former world champ and some great Evander Holyfield heavyweight title nostalgia, too on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast."The guys go over:Jack Catterall meeting Regis Prograis in the scheduled 12 round main event for Matchroom in Manchester, England Saturday night. Get the insight on the fight and the immediate future for the winner?Then, it's Dan's converstaion with O'Shaquie Foster, who looks to regain his WBC 130 lb. title against Brazilian Robson Conceicao on November 2nd in Verona, NY. Foster was robbed in the previous bout and now it's an immediate rematch.There's fight news on whether the Gervonta Davis vs. Lamont Roach fight will actually happen on December 14th and in Houston or could a date or venue change be in play. Plus, Dan discusses the retirement of a prominent women's champ and the offcial announcement of Nayoa "The Monster" Inoue's next bout for Christmas Eve this year in Tokyo.The boys wrap up with how Holyfield became the unisputed heavyweight champ in just one punch against James Buster Douglas 34 years ago Friday.It's all on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

In this episode of The Black Country Blokes, hosts Lee and Kev chat with Hamza Uddin, a rising star in British boxing signed with Eddie Hearn's Matchroom Boxing. Hamza is gearing up for his fight on Saturday, November 30th, 2024, at the BP Pulse LIVE in Birmingham, on the undercard of the highly anticipated SUNNY EDWARDS vs GALAL YAFAI showdown. With an impressive 2-0 (1KO) pro record, Hamza has already made waves in the sport as an 8x National Champion, 7x International Gold Medalist, and the youngest ever 2x Senior Elite National Champion. Join us for a conversation about his journey, training, and ambitions for the future.#HamzaUddin #MatchroomBoxing #SunnyEdwards #GalalYafai #BoxingPodcast #TheBlackCountryBlokes #BoxingUndercard #EddieHearn #BPulseLIVE #UKBoxing #BoxingChampSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/bcb. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Eddie Hearn sits down exclusively with Matchroom Boxing to give his first interview since arriving in Riyadh ahead of the Undisputed World Light Heavyweight Championship showdown between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol. The Matchroom chairman looks at the stacked undercard featuring the likes of Jai Opetaia, Skye Nicolson, Chris Eubank Jnr & More!

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Rising prospect Diego Pacheco scored an impressive KO, one of the top stars in the sport returns on Tuesday and we have nostalgia and some "Triple G" and Erik Morales nostalgia, too, on the latest "Fight Freaks Unite Recap" podcast.Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite substack return to break it all down.They discuss first the Pacheco beating of Maciej Sulecki on a body shot KO in the Matchroom Boxing main event to continue his rise in the super middleweight division. And, now, how close is he to the name Canelo Alavarez, maybe in 2025? Also, Dan has high praise for junior lightweight contender Eduardo "Sugar" Nunez winning in the co-feature in California, as well.Then, they preivew the Naoya Inoue undisputed 122 lb. title defense coming in Japan Tuesday. "The Monster" is clearly one of the top "pound for pound "champs in the sport. Will he dispose of Ireland's T.J. Doheny in quick order and what's potentially next?There's news on WBO welterweight champ Brian Norman not fighting Jaron Ennis and whom he's now likely to fight in November? There's an update on Terence Crawford finally being finished at welterweight and and the same for David Morrell at super middleweight.Finally, there's nostalgia on the anniversary of the U.S. debut of Gennady Golovkin in 2012 and also, we salute Hall of Famer Erik Morales on his birthday, too.Hear it all on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscrbie on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

We head into a holiday weekend with one siginficant show and that's Diego Pacheco headlining for Matchroom Boxing in California. However, we have lots to go over besides and super middleweight title challenger Edgar Berlanga is on the show, as well, on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast."Host T.J. Rives is returns with insider Dan Rafael of BigFightWeekend.com to give their insight and takes.First they talk the unbeaten 168 lb. Pacheco in the main event taking on veteran Maciej Sulecki in a scheduled 12 rounder. Is Pacheco going to make a statement against his most notable name to date? Dan also goes over the rest of the less than stellar card.Next, hear from the fellow unbeaten Berlanga who is meeting future hall of famer Canelo Alvarrez on a PPV for 9/14 in Vegas. What's his mindset and preparation at this point for the matchup for Alvarez's three super middleweight crowns?There's fight news on the WBO ordering Terence Crawford and Sebastian Fundora to meet for their junior middleweight title. Plus, it looks like Jaron Ennis has to fight a guy he's already beaten easily, yet again, to keep his IBF welterweight crown.And, finally, some anniversary nostalgia from 2010 as a tremendous Giovani Segura KO of hall of famer Ivan Calderon should get more attention and Dan explains why?It's all on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

Another Monday, another HUGE MK as the boys are back to FULL STRENGTH with BC and Luke both in studio for the first time all month. It wasn't a huge weekend of combat sports but the guys have a lot to get to, nonetheless. At UFC Vegas 96, should Caio Borralho been awarded a stoppage victory over Jared Cannonier? What else stood out from the card? Now that PFL has officially started promoting Francis Ngannou vs. Renan Ferreira, what do the guys think about this fight? Tom Aspinall is going as close to scorched earth as he can when it comes to Jon Jones. Will this work in getting Jones to fight him (assuming he beats Stipe Miocic)? Why is Dana White so curiously in the tank for a fighter he's routinely been at odds with? Shakur Stevenson has signed a two-fight deal with Matchroom Boxing and has his first fight on the card in Saudi Arabia in October. Was this a wise decision and, realistically, what is a likely second fight? Luke and BC also look ahead to Let's to September 14th which sees #caneloberlanga going up against UFC 306. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Another Monday, another HUGE MK as the boys are back to FULL STRENGTH with BC and Luke both in studio for the first time all month. It wasn't a huge weekend of combat sports but the guys have a lot to get to, nonetheless. At UFC Vegas 96, should Caio Borralho been awarded a stoppage victory over Jared Cannonier? What else stood out from the card? Now that PFL has officially started promoting Francis Ngannou vs. Renan Ferreira, what do the guys think about this fight? Tom Aspinall is going as close to scorched earth as he can when it comes to Jon Jones. Will this work in getting Jones to fight him (assuming he beats Stipe Miocic)? Why is Dana White so curiously in the tank for a fighter he's routinely been at odds with? Shakur Stevenson has signed a two-fight deal with Matchroom Boxing and has his first fight on the card in Saudi Arabia in October. Was this a wise decision and, realistically, what is a likely second fight? Luke and BC also look ahead to Let's to September 14th which sees #caneloberlanga going up against UFC 306. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Coming up Saturday night in the Matchroom Boxing main event in Carson, CA, super middleweight star contender Diego Pacheco is back headlining for them. But, you don't have to wait for Saturday night to hear from Pacheco, as he spoke with our insider Dan Rafael recently to discuss his bout.Pacheco is facing veteran, former world title challenger Maciej Sulecki of Poland in what's arguably his biggest challenge on paper of his young career. Also, he would love to get in the 2025 mix to possibly fight the legendary Canelo Alvarez and knows a couple of good showings starting with Saturday night will likely earn him that. Hear their full discussion on it all as part of the "Fight Freaks Unite Podcast" and the Big Fight Weekend Preview podcast feed. And, make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.

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Another packed weekend of action sees Jaron Ennis and Janibek Alimkhanuly defend their titles in different main events, seven division world champ Amanda Serrano joins us and we have some great Evander Holyfield nostalgia and we also remember Arturo "Thunder" Gatti, as well on the "Big Fight Weekend Prevew Podcast"Host T.J. Rives is with insider Dan Rafael of BigFightWeekend.com to go over:Ennis defending his IBF welterweight title Saturday night in Philly in the Matchroom Boxing top bout against David Avanesyan in front of his home fans.Janibek battling (in mostly modest interest bouts) this time against Andrei Mikhailovich for the IBF/WBA middleweight titles for Top Rank Boxing in Las Vegas. Then, hear Dan exclusively with Serrano, as she readies to return to the ring to fight little known Stevie Morgan in the co-feature of the DAZN PPV next weekend in Tampa.Next, the guys have fight news on Chris Eubank Jr. new promoter in Britian and how it may tie into a Canelo Alvarez proposed bout for September. Plus, what's up with the proposed Navarrate-Valdez rematch for later this year and is Australia's Sam Goodman the next opponent for Naoya Inoue or not?Finally, there's anniversary nostalgia on Evander Holyfield's first world title win in a thrilling 15 round bout with Dwight Muhammad Qawi for a portion of the cruiserweight title. Also, Canelo Alvarez fought a questionable decision bout with Erislandy Lara and Dan remebers the career of his favorite fighter Arturo "Thunder" Gatti, who died 15 years ago this week.It's all on the latest "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

He's one of the best welterweights in the world and Saturday night in Philadelphia, unbeaten IBF 147 lb. champ Jaron "Boots" Ennis is ready to make his first full title defense. But, you don't have to wait for this weekend to hear from the champ, as he comes home to Philadelphia to fight David Avanesyan, as you'll hear him hear with our insider Dan Rafael on a special "Fight Freaks Unite Podcast!" Dan covered several topics with "Boots": having the fight at home in Philadelphia; being upgraded from interim status with the IBF, to not getting Terence Crawford to make his mandatory fight against him.Ennis talks about what he expects from Avanesyan; his decision to sign with Matchroom Boxing as his new promoter; future goals, and more. It's all part of the "Fight Freaks Unite Podcast" as part of the Big Fight Weekend podcast feed and make sure that you are following/subscribing on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.

Some big world title wins for Teofimo Lopez and "Bam" Rodriguez, one of the fighters in the world talks with us and some more Mike Tyson nostalgia are all part of the newest "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael of BigFightWeekend.com are back to sort it all out.They talk Bam's decisive KO over Juan Francisco Estrada to regain the WBC super flyweight title in the Matchroom Boxing main event in Phoenix. Why was Rodriguez so decisive and why were two of the judges completely "out to lunch" with scorecards that had Estrada leading despite being dominated through 6 rounds before the fatal TKO body shot by Bam. They're great humor and pointed criticism about it all.Next, the guys talk the Top Rank Boxing show in Miami, as Teofimo Lopez won in expected easy fashion over little regarded Canadian Steve Claggett. But, does Teofimo have a punching power issue at 140 lb, much less welterweight? Also, in the co-feature Robeisy Ramirez did his part to make his rematch with WBO featherweight champ Rafael Espinoza by scoring an emphatic KO. There are takes about how anticipated their title rematch will be. And, the guys have fun with the..... "grandson on Muhammad Ali," Nico Ali Walsh talk.Dan also goes over the Lamont Roach's decisive KO Friday night in Washington D.C. to retain his WBA junior lightweight crrown. And now, it appears Roach has a lucrative bout in his near future, as well.Then, hear from newly crowned WBC lightwieght champ Shakur Stevenson, who returns to his home of Newark this Saturday night to defend his belt. He talks one on one with Dan Rafael and makes it clear in the first minute of their conversation that he's unhappy with current promoter Top Rank Boxing and may be about to become a promotional free agent. It's great first person stuff before his fight week cranks up.Then, there's fight news on Albert Puello being newly elevated to WBC 140 lb. world champ status and his next bout headed to purse bid. Plus, why is the WBC bothering newly won interim light heavyweight champ David Benavidez about whether he will fight at 175 lb. or 168 lb. moving forward. This is the same WBC that won't order Canelo Alvarez to fight Benavidez as the interim 168 lb. champ and yet, Benavidez has had that title for over a year.Finally, we save some more Mike Tyson nostalgia for the end. "Iron Mike" turned 58 years old on Sunday and Dan and T.J. reminisce.Hear it all on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcat" as part of the Big Fight Weekend Podcast feed and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.

Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) Ring Magazine boxing writer Michael Montero reviews the junior bantamweight showdown between Mexican legend Juan Francisco Estrada and rising American star Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez in Phoenix, Arizona. The highly anticipated match up headlines a Matchroom Boxing card that will be broadcast on DAZN. https://youtube.com/live/W2_abgXoYac

Off an action packed weekend of fights in Vegas and Birmingham, England, we're ready to go over it all on the latest edition of the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael of BigFightWeekend.com to talk the Friday night successful Rafael Espinoza WBO Featherweight title defense headlining the Top Rank Boxing show in Las Vegas and what does this mean for his future and a possible rematch with Robeisy Ramirez at 126? Also, Dan gives thoughts on the controversial Andres Cortez decsion win over Abraham Nova in the co-feature in a fight that many believe Nova won instead.The guys then talk the Matchroom Boxing show in Birmingham, England Saturday night that also ended in controversy as Tyler Denny retained the European middleweight crown via a technical decision over previously unbeaten Felix Cash. Should the ref have stopped this one for Cash's eye, when it looked like it could have continued? Also, there was a betting controversy that cancelled a prelim fight on this show and the guys have more on that.Then, hear from Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez with Dan, as he gets set to battle Juan Francisco Estrada in the Matchroom DAZN main event for the WBC 115 lb. title in Phoenix, AZ this Saturday night. Bam is one of the top young stars in American boxing and has thoughts on fighting a legend and the future for him.There's fight news on a potential Gervonta Davis-Vasily Lomachenko lightweight unification battle later this year. Plus, Matchroom also announces Jack Catterall vs. Regis Prograis for August and is Manny Pacquiao coming out of retirement to fight for a welterweight title?Finally, Dan has nostalgia on Pacquiao's U.S. debut anniversary, and also Floyd Mayweather blitzing Arturo Gatti 19 years ago.It's all part of the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

Frank Warren and Queensberry Promotions celebrated an outstanding success as their fighters achieved a clean sweep of victories. Nick Ball claimed the championship, Daniel Dubois defeated Filip Hrgovic, and Zhilei Zhang effectively ended Deontay Wilder's career. Sean and Jamie offer their reflections on the show and the fights as a whole, sharing their insights on what the future holds for all those involved. https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/btr-boxing-podcast/id1433752118 We are also available on Player FM, Spotify, and many more podcasting apps Follow us at: https://twitter.com/btrboxingpod https://www.facebook.com/btrboxingpodcast Become A Patron patreon.com/btrboxingpodcastnetwork Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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