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In late August it's another light weekend, but we have plenty of fight news to go over and more on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael to go over it all.First, a preview of the Saturday MVP card on DAZN in OrlandoYankiel Rivera meets Angelino Cordova, 12 rounds, for the vacant WBA interim flyweight title andYoenis Tellez vs. Abass Baraou, 12 rounds, for Tellez's WBA interim junior middleweight title. They are solid fights, even if the WBA is a joke with secondary titles, and the guys go over it. Next, some news:Jake Paul and Gervonta Davis announce an exhibition bout November 14th on Netflix at State Farm Arena in Atlanta. We will say... WHAT ARE WE DOING HERE?!Some notable fights in process of being made or made at 154:Sebastian Fundora- Keith Thurman, Vergil Ortiz Jr.-Erickson Lubin, Bahkram Mutazaliev-Josh Kelly, Serhei Bohachuk- Brandon Adams rematch all upcoming. We have the latest.Top Rank announces a contract extension with WBO welterweight titlist Brian Norman Jr.Daniel Dubois fires trainer Don Charles, now to be trained by Mark Tibbs, in wake of his KO loss to Oleksandr Usyk last month.Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. deported this week after his arrest in July by the American DHS and is now in a Mexican jail.And, the WBO orders a cruiserweight interim title fight because Zurdo Ramirez has shoulder surgery and is out rest of year. So, Chris Billam-Smith meets Roman Fress ordered.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe to us on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.

We took a week off. We are sorry.This week, we start with the lead, Moses Itauma. He screams of the next generation of British boxing, and facing Dillian Whyte shouldn't be a challenge, right? We talk about what might be at stake. Also, it is on pay-per-view. The undercard will see WBA featherweight titleholder Nick Ball against Sam Goodman, which is the fight of the weekend on paper. Junior lightweight Raymond Ford will face Abraham Nova, and heavyweight Filip Hrgovic will face David Adeleye.We talk about the major action of last week, which includes Ricardo Sandoval upsetting Kenshiro Teraji, Carlos Canizales becoming a 108lbs beltholder, and Oscar Duarte winning a close fight against Kenny Sims Jr. We also touch on Regis Prograis' win over Joseph Diaz Jr.This leads into this week...On Wednesday, the WBC Grand Prix will happen, and it is a lot of fun. Lukie gives some names to follow (spoiler alert: Troy Nash Jr). On Friday, ProBox TV returns with a junior lightweight bout between Mukhammadkhuja Yaqubov and William Foster III, a quality main event. A crossroads fight between junior welterweights Starling Castillo vs Shinard Bunch is a great crossroads bout. The three Valle brothers will be featured on the card. On Friday, 360 Promotions holds a card on UFC Fight Pass, the card is headlined by Omar Trinidad, a contender at featherweight, against Lorenzo Parra. The co-feature is a WBO junior bantamweight titleholder looking to make another title defense against Naomy Cardenas Gomez. Gomez upset Bree Howling in her last fight. Hiruta trains with Manny Robles and Edgar Jasso. Abel Mejia faces former title contender Aston Palicte at 130lbs and Guadalupe Medina vs. Rubi Gutierrez is the type of women's 105lbs fight that could steal the show.0:00 Moses Itauma-Dillian Whyte7:00 Nick Ball-Sam Goodman15:06 undercard 21:00 WBC Grand Prix23:00 Where is U.S. boxing going? 29:00 ProBox TV card37:00 360 Promotion40:55 Oscar Duarte-Kenny Sims Jr46:00 Regis Prograis-Joseph Diaz 52:00 Ricardo Sandoval upset Kenshiro Teraji

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Ade Oladipo and Gareth A Davies unpack the weekend's action including wins for Claressa Shields, and Ryan Garner over Reece BelottiWe continue the fallout from Oleksandr Usyk's win over Daniel Dubois and discuss if Joe Parker will finally get his world title shot after the WBO ordered his fight with UsykAnd we talk the concerning case of Francisco Rodriguez who has had his drugs ban overturned and ordered to rematch Galal Yafai in a rematch Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

RecapsIt was a lighter weekend with the biggest show being in New York city and our guys are ready to go over the prominent fight card there and more on the newest "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast."Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Fraks Unite Substack and newsletter are back aboard to go over the weekend and some news and more.They start with:Saturday's final Top Rank ESPN show in New YorkPuerto Rican junior middleweight Xander Zayas defeats Jorge Garcia of Mexico, and wins the vacant WBO title. What about his convincing performance and what's next for him now that he's won a world title? Featherweight Bruce “Shu Shu” Carrington of Brooklyn wins over African Mateus Heita and he wins the vacant WBC interim title junior welterweight. Carrington looks good but Big Dan says hold up on annointing him. And, also on the Top Rank card, prospect Emiliano Vargas destroys Alexander Espinoza with a single punch a minute into their fight. What about his future following his world championship father's career?Also, T.J. sounds off on what he thinks was lame ending to the Top Rank/ESPN relationship.They briefly talk: Saturday's Salita Promotions DAZN card in DetroitClaressa Shields over Lani Daniels by decision- retains women's undisputed heavyweight title. But, these fights have become such mis-matches, can the dynamic continue to get her paid significantly at heavyweight?Next, a Preview Wednesday's Teiken Promotions card from Japan (DAZN in US and UK) Kenshiro Teraji vs. Ricardo Rafael Sandoval, 12 rounds, for Teraji's WBC/WBA flyweight title. Teraji is a fantastic action fighter and the guys go over this matchup and his possible future? Plus, Antonio Vargas vs. Daigo Higa, 12 rounds, for Vargas' WBA bantamweight title. And,  Erick Rosa vs. Kosuke Takami, 12 rounds, for Rosa's WBA junior flyweight title Next, some fight newsThe WBO formally orders Usyk-Parker heavyweight mandatory next. This is an intriguing matchup, but what stands in the way?Also, Jaron "Boots" Ennis and Matchroom Boxing announce a contract extension for the former welterweight champ. What's his next fight, realistically?And, off their very controversial title eliminator, Irishmen Lewis Crocker and Paddy Donovan will meet in an immediate rematch for the vacant IBF welterweight title in the main event of a Matchroom Boxing card on Sept. 13 (DAZN) at the Windsor Park in Belfast, Northern Ireland,. It's Crocker's hometown and this is the first-ever all-Irish world title fight.Hear it all on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow to follow/subscribe to our feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

RecapsIt was a lighter weekend with the biggest show being in New York city and our guys are ready to go over the prominent fight card there and more on the newest "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast."Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Fraks Unite Substack and newsletter are back aboard to go over the weekend and some news and more.They start with:Saturday's final Top Rank ESPN show in New YorkPuerto Rican junior middleweight Xander Zayas defeats Jorge Garcia of Mexico, and wins the vacant WBO title. What about his convincing performance and what's next for him now that he's won a world title? Featherweight Bruce “Shu Shu” Carrington of Brooklyn wins over African Mateus Heita and he wins the vacant WBC interim title junior welterweight. Carrington looks good but Big Dan says hold up on annointing him. And, also on the Top Rank card, prospect Emiliano Vargas destroys Alexander Espinoza with a single punch a minute into their fight. What about his future following his world championship father's career?Also, T.J. sounds off on what he thinks was lame ending to the Top Rank/ESPN relationship.They briefly talk: Saturday's Salita Promotions DAZN card in DetroitClaressa Shields over Lani Daniels by decision- retains women's undisputed heavyweight title. But, these fights have become such mis-matches, can the dynamic continue to get her paid significantly at heavyweight?Next, a Preview Wednesday's Teiken Promotions card from Japan (DAZN in US and UK) Kenshiro Teraji vs. Ricardo Rafael Sandoval, 12 rounds, for Teraji's WBC/WBA flyweight title. Teraji is a fantastic action fighter and the guys go over this matchup and his possible future? Plus, Antonio Vargas vs. Daigo Higa, 12 rounds, for Vargas' WBA bantamweight title. And,  Erick Rosa vs. Kosuke Takami, 12 rounds, for Rosa's WBA junior flyweight title Next, some fight newsThe WBO formally orders Usyk-Parker heavyweight mandatory next. This is an intriguing matchup, but what stands in the way?Also, Jaron "Boots" Ennis and Matchroom Boxing announce a contract extension for the former welterweight champ. What's his next fight, realistically?And, off their very controversial title eliminator, Irishmen Lewis Crocker and Paddy Donovan will meet in an immediate rematch for the vacant IBF welterweight title in the main event of a Matchroom Boxing card on Sept. 13 (DAZN) at the Windsor Park in Belfast, Northern Ireland,. It's Crocker's hometown and this is the first-ever all-Irish world title fight.Hear it all on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow to follow/subscribe to our feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

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Matt and EzRaw discuss the latest in boxing news including:News and NotesEnd of an era: Top Rank and ESPN part ways.Sampson Lewkowicz on Bivol-Benavidez: Bivol Won't Take The Fight.Keith Thurman is looking for smoke from the biggest names at 154.Terence “Bud” Crawford has officially been named the WBO Super Middleweight Mandatory Challenger to Canelo Alvarez.Top Rank wants to re-sign Shakur Stevenson.Shakur Stevenson wants to fight Teofimo Lopez nextRolly Romero vs. Ryan Garcia rematch reportedly in advanced talks.PartyGate: Daniel Dubois had a pre-fight party before his bout with Oleksandr Usyk.The WBO has ordered a bout between Oleksandr Usyk and Joseph Parker.The WBO is ordering a bout between interim light heavyweight champion Callum Smith and David Morrell.WBC President wants to pit Hamzah Sheeraz vs. Christian Mbilli to determine challenger for Canelo's 168-pound belt..Jaron “Boots” Ennis has signed a multiyear deal with Matchroom Boxing to remain with the company.The WBA tried to sneak Gloria Martinez Rizzo past the public and into a championship fight.Booking the Damn TerritoryBuilding the September 20 PBC Event,Rebuilding Top RankEZ Money Parlay of the Day, EzRaw Report Card, EzRaw BreakdownEzRaw Report Card & EzRaw BreakdownXander Zayas vs. Jorge Garcia, Bruce Carrington vs. Mateus Heita, Emiliano Fernando Vargas vs. Alexander EspinozaClaressa Shields vs. Lani Daniels, Tony Harrison's return, Pryce Taylor vs. Robert SimmsEzra's Raw Hard CashMike's EZ moneyMatt's Best Bet.Rumor ReportChanges coming to ProBox?Quick HitsDemetrius Andrade wants to fight Hamzah Sheeraz.Josh Taylor has retired from the sport of boxing.Regis Prograis-Joseph Diaz Jr. added to Sims-Duarte card as co-feature August 2 in Chicago.#MrOneTake's One TakeThe Muhammad Ali Act is under attack.Read the latest news at Brunch BoxingThoughts or questions? Email us at brunchboxingqa@gmail.comHosts: Matt, and EzRawSocial: MikeProducer: Huey

We're back for a final time in the month of July, as one of the top prospects turned contenders at junior middleweight goes for a world title and we have lots of fight news, as well, on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael are back to preview all the bouts of importance. They being with:Saturday's Top Rank ESPN card – and for now, the final Top Rank/ESPN event – at the MSG Theater in NYCUnbeaten Xander Zayas battles Mexican veteran Jorge Garcia, for the vacant WBO junior middleweight title. Is it Zayas time to become a world champ or will Garcia pull a second straight large upset? In the co-feature, Bruce “Shu Shu” Carrington meets Mateus Heita, for the vacant WBC interim featherweight title. Carrington is from Brooklyn and is rising fast, but will he be challenged here? Also, DAn has more on the prelims with prospect Emiliano Vargas at junior welterweight, plus Rohan Polanco at welterweight and massive heavyweight Bakhodir Jalolov back in action.The guys also spend a few mintues discussing what's potentially next for a broadcast partner for Top Rank, if there is one? This, as their ESPN deal of the past decade is ending. Will they have to go to streaming only?Next, a brief preview of Saturday's Salita Promotions card on DAZN in DetroitOne of the women's top champions, Claressa Shields takes on little known Lani Daniels, for Shields' women's undisputed heavyweight title and also, veteran middleweight Tony Harrison is in the co-feature.Next, some News:Tim Tszyu made a video after getting wrecked and quitting against Sebastian Fundors on Saturday night in Vegas and is saying he will be continuing with his career. What are the realistic chances for him, though?Next, former undisputed junior welterweight champion Josh Taylor has announced retirement on Monday, citing an eye injury. We look back on his recent run of success before his two latest losses.Bad news for unified cruiserweight titlist Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez, who underwent shoulder surgery and will be out 4-6 months, meaning virtually no chance for the Jai Opetaia unification fight this year. And, will it ever happen, as Opetiaia might only fight once more at cruiserweight and look to move up to heavyweight?And, former two-time junior welterweight titlist Regis Prograis, who has lost two in a row to Devin Haney and Jack Catterall (and looked terrible in both fights) returns to face Joseph "JoJo" Diaz Jr. August 2nd on the Oscar Duarte-Kenneth Sims Jr., Golden Boy card on DAZN.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

We're back for a final time in the month of July, as one of the top prospects turned contenders at junior middleweight goes for a world title and we have lots of fight news, as well, on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael are back to preview all the bouts of importance. They being with:Saturday's Top Rank ESPN card – and for now, the final Top Rank/ESPN event – at the MSG Theater in NYCUnbeaten Xander Zayas battles Mexican veteran Jorge Garcia, for the vacant WBO junior middleweight title. Is it Zayas time to become a world champ or will Garcia pull a second straight large upset? In the co-feature, Bruce “Shu Shu” Carrington meets Mateus Heita, for the vacant WBC interim featherweight title. Carrington is from Brooklyn and is rising fast, but will he be challenged here? Also, DAn has more on the prelims with prospect Emiliano Vargas at junior welterweight, plus Rohan Polanco at welterweight and massive heavyweight Bakhodir Jalolov back in action.The guys also spend a few mintues discussing what's potentially next for a broadcast partner for Top Rank, if there is one? This, as their ESPN deal of the past decade is ending. Will they have to go to streaming only?Next, a brief preview of Saturday's Salita Promotions card on DAZN in DetroitOne of the women's top champions, Claressa Shields takes on little known Lani Daniels, for Shields' women's undisputed heavyweight title and also, veteran middleweight Tony Harrison is in the co-feature.Next, some News:Tim Tszyu made a video after getting wrecked and quitting against Sebastian Fundors on Saturday night in Vegas and is saying he will be continuing with his career. What are the realistic chances for him, though?Next, former undisputed junior welterweight champion Josh Taylor has announced retirement on Monday, citing an eye injury. We look back on his recent run of success before his two latest losses.Bad news for unified cruiserweight titlist Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez, who underwent shoulder surgery and will be out 4-6 months, meaning virtually no chance for the Jai Opetaia unification fight this year. And, will it ever happen, as Opetiaia might only fight once more at cruiserweight and look to move up to heavyweight?And, former two-time junior welterweight titlist Regis Prograis, who has lost two in a row to Devin Haney and Jack Catterall (and looked terrible in both fights) returns to face Joseph "JoJo" Diaz Jr. August 2nd on the Oscar Duarte-Kenneth Sims Jr., Golden Boy card on DAZN.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

In this show, Lukie and Dakota talk about a loaded week of boxing. We start with Manny Pacquiao-Mario Barrios. What do we think? Should it happen again? Then, Sebastian Fundora stopped Tim Tszyu. What is next for both? Seems like a role reversal in a year and a half. We round out the card talking about Issac Cruz, Brandon Figueroa-Joet Gonzalez, and Gary Russell Jr.Then, Oleksandr Usyk. We get into a debate that might make historians mad. We think Usyk ranks amongst the greats like Ali and Louis? Do you? This weekend, he stopped Daniel Dubois again.Dakota will sum up the undercard. Finally, we recap Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez's win over Phumelele Cafu. Rodriguez is becoming one of the best fighters in the sport. Our thoughts. Plus, Diego Pacheco defeats Trevor McCumby. What did we think? Then, this week's preview. Thursday Golden Boy will have a card on DAZN and their YouTube page, headlined by Manuel Flores vs. Jorge Chavez, which is a solid bout for hardcore fight fans. OTX Boxing has a card on Friday, we briefly go over. Then on Saturday, the good stuff.On ESPN, Xander Zayas will face Jorge Garcia Perez for the vacant WBO junior middleweight title. Other good bouts on this card include the return of Bruce Carrington, Rohan Polanco against tough veteran Quinton Randall, Yan Santana taking on Aaron Alameda, and Steven Navarro facing Cristopher Rios, who just upset Daniel "Chucky" Barrera. On DAZN, Claressa Shields will face Lani Daniels in a women's heavyweight undisputed bout, Tony Harrison, who recently signed with Salita Promotions, will make his middleweight debut, plus Samantha Worthington vs. Victoire Piteau, a heavyweight up-and-comer who Dakota recently filmed with Pryce Taylor, and Caroline Veyre, who Lukie is high on.Timestamps0:00 intro2:00 Pacquiao-Barrios13:30 Fundora-Tsyzu II21:00 undecard26:10 Usyk, ATG36:30 undercard38:00 Bam Rodriguez41:10 Undercard46:00 golden boy & otx50:30 Xander Zayas returns52:30 undercard54:20 Claressa Shields-Lani Daniels01:00:00 undercard

Coming up Saturday night July 26th in New York, junior middleweight contender Xander Zayas of Puerto Rico gets a shot at his first world title. And, we're ready to hear from him on this special "Fight Freaks Unite Podcast."The unbeaten Zayas goes for the vacant WBO 154 lb title against lesser known Jorge Garcia of Mexico Saturday night in the Top Rank Boxing/ESPN main event at the Madison Square Garden Theater in New York. Zayas has headlined before in this setting and the veteran Garcia is in this bout as he upset American Charles Conwell earlier this year.Dan has a one-on-one conversation with Zayas to talk about the biggest moment to date of his career and what it could lead to if his hand is raised Saturday? This is especially a possible unification bout with Sebastian Fundora, the WBC 154 lb. champ.Hear it all on this "Fight Freaks Unite Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe for all of our content on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

Coming up Saturday night July 26th in New York, junior middleweight contender Xander Zayas of Puerto Rico gets a shot at his first world title. And, we're ready to hear from him on this special "Fight Freaks Unite Podcast."The unbeaten Zayas goes for the vacant WBO 154 lb title against lesser known Jorge Garcia of Mexico Saturday night in the Top Rank Boxing/ESPN main event at the Madison Square Garden Theater in New York. Zayas has headlined before in this setting and the veteran Garcia is in this bout as he upset American Charles Conwell earlier this year.Dan has a one-on-one conversation with Zayas to talk about the biggest moment to date of his career and what it could lead to if his hand is raised Saturday? This is especially a possible unification bout with Sebastian Fundora, the WBC 154 lb. champ.Hear it all on this "Fight Freaks Unite Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe for all of our content on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

A wild weekend all over the globe of championship fights, most prominently seeing Manny Pacquiao fight to an unfulfilling draw with Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight title in Las Vegas. We're ready to recap tha,t plus undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk of Ukraine cements his legacy with a thundering KO of Daniel Dubois Saturday night in London. We've got it all on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap" podcast!Host TJ Rives guides you through this recap edition with insider Dan Rafael's thoughts from on scene in the immediate aftermath Saturday night of the Pacquiao-Barrios controversial decision. Pac-Man looked great for 46 years of age and four years out of the ring, but he didn't quite do enough to get the decision and take the title. Dan doesn't agree with it. And, you'll hear the back and forth on this pod. Plus what we see Manny, again, including in a possible rematch with Barrios?Plus, Dan recaps the rest of the undercard including Sebastian Fundora's technical knockout win over Tim Tszyu for a second straight victory over the Australian and retain his WBC junior middleweight title.. What's next for Fundora, now?The guys also discuss Usyk's dominance over Dubois with a fifth round KO, which means he's now won six consecutive heavyweight title fights And, he has to be regarded as the best heavyweight fighter of the last decade- bar none. Will Usyk continue to fight on? And, if so, whom is the likely opponent? T.J. and Dan break it down.Then we go into the preview mode with the upcoming vacant WBO 154 lb title fight as Puerto Rican Xander Zayas get set to battle lesser known Jorge Garcia of Mexico Saturday night in the Top Rank Boxing/ESPN main event at the Madison Square Garden Theater in New York.Dan has a one-on-one conversation with Zayas to talk about the biggest moment to date of his career and what it could lead to if his hand is raised Saturday?We wrap the recap pod with TJ going to Ricky Carroll, lead writer of the Big fFght Weekend.com site and talking with him some more about the Usyk fantastic performance and what his future is short-term and his Hall of Fame legacy is compared to other great fighters?It's all part of the great weekend of action on the "Fight fFeaks United Recap" podcast on this feed. And, make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple /spreaker/Spotify etc.!

A wild weekend all over the globe of championship fights, most prominently seeing Manny Pacquiao fight to an unfulfilling draw with Mario Barrios for the WBC welterweight title in Las Vegas. We're ready to recap tha,t plus undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk of Ukraine cements his legacy with a thundering KO of Daniel Dubois Saturday night in London. We've got it all on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap" podcast!Host TJ Rives guides you through this recap edition with insider Dan Rafael's thoughts from on scene in the immediate aftermath Saturday night of the Pacquiao-Barrios controversial decision. Pac-Man looked great for 46 years of age and four years out of the ring, but he didn't quite do enough to get the decision and take the title. Dan doesn't agree with it. And, you'll hear the back and forth on this pod. Plus what we see Manny, again, including in a possible rematch with Barrios?Plus, Dan recaps the rest of the undercard including Sebastian Fundora's technical knockout win over Tim Tszyu for a second straight victory over the Australian and retain his WBC junior middleweight title.. What's next for Fundora, now?The guys also discuss Usyk's dominance over Dubois with a fifth round KO, which means he's now won six consecutive heavyweight title fights And, he has to be regarded as the best heavyweight fighter of the last decade- bar none. Will Usyk continue to fight on? And, if so, whom is the likely opponent? T.J. and Dan break it down.Then we go into the preview mode with the upcoming vacant WBO 154 lb title fight as Puerto Rican Xander Zayas get set to battle lesser known Jorge Garcia of Mexico Saturday night in the Top Rank Boxing/ESPN main event at the Madison Square Garden Theater in New York.Dan has a one-on-one conversation with Zayas to talk about the biggest moment to date of his career and what it could lead to if his hand is raised Saturday?We wrap the recap pod with TJ going to Ricky Carroll, lead writer of the Big fFght Weekend.com site and talking with him some more about the Usyk fantastic performance and what his future is short-term and his Hall of Fame legacy is compared to other great fighters?It's all part of the great weekend of action on the "Fight fFeaks United Recap" podcast on this feed. And, make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple /spreaker/Spotify etc.!

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Pedro Fernandez pulls no punches bringing listeners the latest in boxing and MMA.

WE TALK THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS/EVETNS IN THE STATE OF BOXING. WE GIVE OUR PREDICTION FOR THIS WEEKENDS FIGHTS Title fight: Manny Pacquiao vs. Mario Barrios, 12 rounds, for Barrios' WBC welterweight titleTitle fight: Sebastian Fundora vs. Tim Tszyu, 12 rounds, for Fundora's WBC junior middleweight titleIsaac Cruz vs. Angel Fierro, 12 rounds, junior welterweights Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez vs. Phumelele Cafu, 12 rounds, for Rodriguez's WBC junior bantamweight title and Cafu's WBO junior bantamweight titleOleksandr Usyk vs. Daniel Dubois, 12 rounds, for Usyk's WBC, WBO and WBA heavyweight titles and Dubois' IBF heavyweight title PLEASE SUPPORT!!! SUBSCRIBE, SHARE AND LIKE!!!! FOLLOW US-CHECK OUT OUR PAGES AND HIT THAT LIKE BUTTON⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠INSTAGRAM: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/j_and_brey_boxing_podog/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LINKTREE: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/Jandbreyboxing

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It was a light weekend for the July 4th holiday in the USA, but there was a significant fight card in the U.K. and we're ready to recap that and also hear from an exciting, two division world, who's about to return to the ring later this month on the newest "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast."Host T.J. Rives is joined by insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newletter to discuss:The Recap of Saturday's Matchroom Boxing DAZN at Manchester, EnglandWelterweight Jack Catterall scores a tech decision after 6 rounds over Harlem Eubank. Not much to see here, but will we have to endure it again? Also, lightweight Joe Cordina won easily by decision over Jaret Gonzalez Quiroz in his 135 lb. debut. Could Cordina get in the lightweight title mix soon?Then, hear from Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez with Dan He fights Phumelele Cafu in a WBC/WBO junior bantamweight unification bout set for July 19 in Frisco, Texas, on DAZN. Bam is one of the young championship stars in the U.S. and has big plans. Then, some NewsTurki Alashikh announces “Bam” Rodriguez vs. Fernando Martinez in a three-belt juior bantamweight unification fight for the November Riyadh Season card (Bam obviously has to beat Cafu on July 19th) Also, Turki also announced another fight for that November Riyadh card: Abdullah Mason vs. Sam Noakes for the vacant WBO lightweight title stripped from Keyshawn Davis. And, we have the latest on the Dmitry Bivol-Artur Beterbiev trilogy fight, where Beterbiev is saying that he doesn't know what's going on and where the fight will take place and when? What. Are. We. Doing. Here?!Also legend Roman “Chocolatito” Gonzalez return is announced for Sept. 12 in Managua, Nicaragua, his hometown. Dan has the details.Hear it all on the 'Fight Freaks Unite Recap" Podcast and make suret to follow/subscribe to this feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!!

It was a light weekend for the July 4th holiday in the USA, but there was a significant fight card in the U.K. and we're ready to recap that and also hear from an exciting, two division world, who's about to return to the ring later this month on the newest "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast."Host T.J. Rives is joined by insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack and Newletter to discuss:The Recap of Saturday's Matchroom Boxing DAZN at Manchester, EnglandWelterweight Jack Catterall scores a tech decision after 6 rounds over Harlem Eubank. Not much to see here, but will we have to endure it again? Also, lightweight Joe Cordina won easily by decision over Jaret Gonzalez Quiroz in his 135 lb. debut. Could Cordina get in the lightweight title mix soon?Then, hear from Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez with Dan He fights Phumelele Cafu in a WBC/WBO junior bantamweight unification bout set for July 19 in Frisco, Texas, on DAZN. Bam is one of the young championship stars in the U.S. and has big plans. Then, some NewsTurki Alashikh announces “Bam” Rodriguez vs. Fernando Martinez in a three-belt juior bantamweight unification fight for the November Riyadh Season card (Bam obviously has to beat Cafu on July 19th) Also, Turki also announced another fight for that November Riyadh card: Abdullah Mason vs. Sam Noakes for the vacant WBO lightweight title stripped from Keyshawn Davis. And, we have the latest on the Dmitry Bivol-Artur Beterbiev trilogy fight, where Beterbiev is saying that he doesn't know what's going on and where the fight will take place and when? What. Are. We. Doing. Here?!Also legend Roman “Chocolatito” Gonzalez return is announced for Sept. 12 in Managua, Nicaragua, his hometown. Dan has the details.Hear it all on the 'Fight Freaks Unite Recap" Podcast and make suret to follow/subscribe to this feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!!

Pedro Fernandez pulls no punches bringing listeners the latest in boxing and MMA.

Pedro Fernandez pulls no punches bringing listeners the latest in boxing and MMA.

It's a lighter weekend of fights with only one prominent show in Manchester, England but we are here to preview that Matchroom card and a prominent super middleweight is with us on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview" Podcast!Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael are back aboard to go over it all.They start with a Preview of the Matchroom Boxing card Saturday on DAZN in Manchester, England that has Jack Catterall against Harlem Eubank in a 12 rounds welterweight battle. It's a significant fight for both of them at 147 in the U.K.Plus, Joe Cordina meets Jaret Gonzalez Quiroz in a 10 round lightweight co-feature. The boys go over bothNext, an Edgar Berlanga interview with Dan, as he headlines against Hamzah Sheeraz on Turki Alashikh's Ring card July 12 at Louis Armstrong Stadium in NY. Berlanga looks help his resume' at 168 lb.Then, some NewsIn the "You can't make this up" category- The U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security has taken Julio Cesar Chavez, Jr. into custody for an outstanding Mexican arrest warrent for being part of an alleged crime ring for guns and ammuntion there. It begs the question on why they didn't know/chose to arrest him before or after the fight with Jake Paul last Saturday night at the Honda Center in Anaheim, CA?! What are we doing here?!Next another SHOCKER!!!!!!!!!!  Tyson Fury is unretiring supposedly to fight Oleksandr Usyk for a third time in April 2026 at Wembley Stadium in London. But, why this fight?Also, WBO welterweight champ Brian Norman will fight former undisputed lightweight champ Devin Haney this fall. And, could it be on a card with WBC heavyweight champ David Benavidez in Riyadh vs. Anthony Yarde in November that is also announced by Turki and confirmed by Team Benavidez to Dan. Dan is also reporting on junior lightweight Oscar Valdez who will be back in action in Mexico in September on a Zanfer Promotions card, while Top Rank's broadcast situation is up in the air. Finally, No opponent yet But, PBC announced the free prelims for Pacquio-Barrios PPV, will include Gary Russell Jr. ending a 3+ year layoff layoff, since losing his WBC featherweight title to Mark Magsayo in Jan. 2022. He's been so inactive that does this matter?Hear it all on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview" and Happy 4th of July Weekend! 

It's a lighter weekend of fights with only one prominent show in Manchester, England but we are here to preview that Matchroom card and a prominent super middleweight is with us on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview" Podcast!Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael are back aboard to go over it all.They start with a Preview of the Matchroom Boxing card Saturday on DAZN in Manchester, England that has Jack Catterall against Harlem Eubank in a 12 rounds welterweight battle. It's a significant fight for both of them at 147 in the U.K.Plus, Joe Cordina meets Jaret Gonzalez Quiroz in a 10 round lightweight co-feature. The boys go over bothNext, an Edgar Berlanga interview with Dan, as he headlines against Hamzah Sheeraz on Turki Alashikh's Ring card July 12 at Louis Armstrong Stadium in NY. Berlanga looks help his resume' at 168 lb.Then, some NewsIn the "You can't make this up" category- The U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security has taken Julio Cesar Chavez, Jr. into custody for an outstanding Mexican arrest warrent for being part of an alleged crime ring for guns and ammuntion there. It begs the question on why they didn't know/chose to arrest him before or after the fight with Jake Paul last Saturday night at the Honda Center in Anaheim, CA?! What are we doing here?!Next another SHOCKER!!!!!!!!!!  Tyson Fury is unretiring supposedly to fight Oleksandr Usyk for a third time in April 2026 at Wembley Stadium in London. But, why this fight?Also, WBO welterweight champ Brian Norman will fight former undisputed lightweight champ Devin Haney this fall. And, could it be on a card with WBC heavyweight champ David Benavidez in Riyadh vs. Anthony Yarde in November that is also announced by Turki and confirmed by Team Benavidez to Dan. Dan is also reporting on junior lightweight Oscar Valdez who will be back in action in Mexico in September on a Zanfer Promotions card, while Top Rank's broadcast situation is up in the air. Finally, No opponent yet But, PBC announced the free prelims for Pacquio-Barrios PPV, will include Gary Russell Jr. ending a 3+ year layoff layoff, since losing his WBC featherweight title to Mark Magsayo in Jan. 2022. He's been so inactive that does this matter?Hear it all on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview" and Happy 4th of July Weekend! 

Will there ever be a bigger night of boxing than what's coming to Madison Square Garden on July 11th? Buncey sits down with three of the fighters on the stacked card featuring over 20 world title belts. Savannah Marshall explains why this is a bucket-list moment as she aims to add the WBO belt to her IBF and Ring Magazine titles. Chantelle Cameron reveals she's still chasing a trilogy bout with Katie Taylor. And we're introduced to rising Canadian star Tam Thibeault, who also features on the bill.

Matt and EzRaw discuss the latest in boxing news including:News and NotesEzra made his triumphant return to Wild Card gym to reunite with his old stablemate Manny PacquiaoDeontay Wilder returns to the win column against Tyrrell Herndon.Wilder also joined Brunch Boxing for an extensive interview.Tim Tszyu joined Brunch Boxing to preview his July 19 bout against Sebastian Fundora.Keyshawn Davis apologizes to his supporters, says the truth will be revealedJake Paul voices frustration with fans who are asking him to fight better competition.Terence Crawford RIPS Canelo Alvarez, says every time Canelo stepped up, he lost.Brian Norman Jr. vs. Devin Haney: fights on, fights off, yo mama this, yo mama that, sign the contract, ain't no contract to sign.Turki Alalshikh claims that he is finalizing a matchup between Naoya Inoue and Alan Picasso Romero as the main event to a December 27 Japan vs. Mexico event in Riyadh.Carlos Adames and Janibek Alimkhanuly have yet to reach an agreement on their unification bout.Turki Alalshikh wants to make a bout between Vergil Ortiz and Jaron Ennis for November.Booking the Damn TerritoryWhat's on the Turki Alalshikh style undercardEZ Money Parlay of the Day, EzRaw Report Card, EzRaw BreakdownEzRaw Report CardOleksandr Usyk vs. Daniel DuboisOTX 15 on 07/25 - Elijah Pierce vs. Michael DasmarinaEzRaw BreakdownJean Pascal vs. Michael CieslakJake Paul vs. Julio Cesar Chavez JrEzra's Raw Hard CashMike's EZ moneyMatt's Best Bet.Rumor ReportGervonta Davis vs. Manny Pacquiao?Quick HitsTurki Alalshikh will be very upset if Edgar Berlanga or William Zepeda win.Christian Mbilli knocks out Maciej Sulecki in one round.Turki Alalshikh reportedly wants to make a fight with Christian Mbilli and Lester Martinez. Will this actually happen.Other matchups Turki Alalshikh wants to make: Moses Itauma vs. Martin Bakole, Andy Cruz vs. William Zepeda.Mark Magsayo takes on Jorge Mata Cuellar on Pacquiao-Barrios. Boxing scribe Kevin Iole retires.Cecilia Braekhus is set to challenge unified WBC and WBO junior middleweight titlist Ema Kozin in her final bout.#MrOneTake's One TakeRead the latest news at Brunch BoxingThoughts or questions? Email us at brunchboxingqa@gmail.comHosts: Matt, and EzRawSocial: MikeProducer: Huey

It's a fairly action packed weekend, especially, in Anaheim, CA and we're to go over all the fights and a little bit of news out of the ring on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview" Podcast.Host T.J. is in Southern California this weekend and insider Dan Rafael has his takes, too, as this show originally aired live on our Youtube channel.They begin with the previewsSaturday's MVP/Golden Boy DAZN PPV at Anaheim, Calif.Jake Paul vs. Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., 10 rounds, cruiserweights. is this one worthwhile or Chavez Jr. gonna pull similar issues as his recent past and it's an easy night for Jake?Also, Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez vs. Yuniel Dorticos, 12 rounds, for Ramirez's WBO/WBA cruiserweight titles in an intriguing defense.Plus, Floyd Schofield vs. Tevin Farmer, 10 rounds, lightweights in a compelling youth vs. experience battle.Next we work backwards to Friday's Global Combat Collection PPV.COM main event at Wichita, KansasDeontay Wilder vs. Tyrrell Herndon, 10 rounds, heavyweights. Does Wilder have anything left in the tank after 4 losses in the last 5 fights? Also, the guys preview Friday's Eye of the Tiger ESPN+ main event at Quebec CityChristian Mbilli vs. Maciej Sulecki, 12 rounds, for vacant WBC interim super middleweight title Mbilli is poised to go to the next level in middleweight of super middleweight, too. NewsDiscussions are on for fall fight in Riyadh for Brian Norman to defend the WBO welterweight title vs. Devin Haney. Dan explains more on why Haney and when we could we expect to see them neet.Plus, Naoya "The Monster" Inoue-Alan David Picasso is the December fight for Inoue in Riyadh if they win their upcoming fights. We discuss more.Hear it all on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on this feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

A big week for hardcore boxing. We saw WBO welterweight champ Brian Norman knock out Jin Sasaki. Is he the best guy at the division now that Jaron "Boots" Ennis has moved up in weight?Then, we talk about Francisco Rodriguez defeating Galal Yafai. Rodriguez is a lower-weight legend who has been underrated, while Yafai, a 2020 British Olympic gold medalist, is in career limbo. Callum Walsh cut, but wins his fight against Elias Espadas. Welterweight Vernon Brown knocked out Gor Yeritsyan, handing the Armenian fighter his second loss in less than 12 months. The Top Rank card saw Vito Mielnicki Jr win in a hometown fight, but the story of the card was Jahi Tucker defeating Lorenzo "Truck" Simpson. Tucker is a capital G Guy and probably the prospect of the year? Also, Canelo Alvarez-Terence Crawford press tour has started. This week....Liam Paro faces Jonathan Navarro in the middle of the week from Australia. On Friday, Deontay Wilder will face Tyrrell Herndon. The fight is on PPV.com and features Deon Nicholson and Nico Hernandez on the undercard. On Friday on ESPN+. Christian Mbilli will fight Maciej Sulecki. This is a good fight. Undercard notables are Moreno Fendero and Wyatt Sanford. On Saturday, the event of the week is Jake Paul vs. Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. on pay-per-view. The co-feature is unified cruiserweight titleholder Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez facing Yuniel Dorticos. A strong undercard consists of a welterweight showdown between Avious Griffin-Julian Rodriguez, a lightweight bout between Floyd Schofield-Tevin Farmer, 10 rounds, the welterweight return of Raul Curiel, a women's lightweight bout between Holly Holm and Yolanda Vega.The depth continues deeper on the card with junior bantamweight John "Scrappy" Ramirez, a sink-or-swim fight for Victor Morales vs. Rene Alvarado, a bantamweight step-up fight between Alexander Gueche vs. Vincent Avina, Welterweight Joel Iriarte and junior flyweight Naomy Valle are also featured. On Saturday on Triller TV, Jean Pascal will fight Michal Cieslak, and cruiserweight Marcus Browne will be in the co-feature. timestamps0:00 Canelo-Crawford Press Tour Starts11:00 Vito Mielnicki Jr18:00 Jahi Tucker-Lorenzo Simpson26:30 Brian Norman Jr.34:14 Francisco Rodriguez-Galal Yafai39:14 360 Promotions 41:10 Liam Paro-Jonathan Navarro43:50 Deontay Wilder-Tyrrell Herndon.51:10 Christian Mbilli-Maciej Sulecki58:02 Jake Paul vs. Julio Cesar Chavez Jr.01:08:08 Gilberto “Zurdo” Ramirez-Yuniel Dorticos. 01:10:10 Floyd Schofield-Tevin Farmer01:14:00 Rest of the card

We're ready to go with another weekend of action from England to New Jersey and a former heavyweight champ is on the show, as well. It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast."Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael return with their insight and opinions.They begin with the Recap of Thursday's Ohashi Promotions card in TokyoBrian Norman booming one-punch KO of challenger Jin Sasaki, as he retains the WBO welterweight title. Norman is clearly on the rise at 147 lb. and the guys give more on his future. Briefly, on the undercard,Thanongsak Simsri gets a split decision Cristian Araneta, and wins the vacant IBF junior flyweight title.Next, a Preview of the Macthroom Boxing / DAZN main event Saturday in Birmingham, England Galal Yafai takes on Francisco Rodriguez, 12 rounds, for Yafai's WBC interim flyweight title. Yafai is more decorated as an amateur but Rodriguez has had many more fights.  Then, a Preview of the Top Rank ESPN+ top two fights Saturday in Newark, N.J. (ESPN+)Jersey's Vito Mielnicki Jr. meets Poland's. Kamil Gardzielik, 10 rounds, middleweights and in the co-feature, Jahi Tucker vs. Lorenzo Simpson, 10 rounds, middleweights. They go over both.NewsIt's official – Canelo-Crawford will be at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas & TKO's boxing promotion will be called Zuffa Boxing  No shock but Jamie Munguia's B sample was also positive for exogenous testosterone and the guys discuss what it means again. Jaron Ennis announces on social media that he is officially moving up to 154 lb. Dan has more and T.J. invokes "What are we doing here?!"NostalgiaThe boys wrap talking  briefly June 17, 2000 — 25 years ago on Tuesday – Shane Mosley W12 Oscar De La Hoya to win the WBC welterweight title. A huge fight that lived up to the hype. Big Dan was ringside for it all.It' all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview" podcast and make suret to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

#briannormanjr #jinsasaki #toprankboxing Get ready for an explosive ThaBoxingVoice episode as we dive into the WBO welterweight title clash between Brian Norman Jr. (27-0, 21 KOs) and Jin Sasaki (19-1-1, 17 KOs) on June 19, 2025, live from Tokyo! Will Norman's precision overpower Sasaki's relentless pressure, or is an upset brewing? We break down their styles, recent fights, and what's at stake in this high-risk showdown. Plus, could Devin Haney be waiting for the winner? Join us for expert predictions, fan polls, and heated debates on the welterweight division's future. Perfect for boxing fans craving action and insight! Subscribe now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube for the full experience.

Thursday night  in Tokyo, WBO welterweight champ Brian Norman will make the second defense of his version of the 147 lb. world title against tough, unbeaten challenger Jin Sasaki in a scheduled 12 rounder.Prior to departing for Japan last week, Norman (27-0, 21 KOs) out of Conyers, GA, joined our insider Dan Rafael to talk more about his willingness to go to the Far East for this defense. Sasaki is a solid puncher at 19-1-1, 17 KOs.The two go one on one and also covered the possibility of Norman meeting IBF/WBA welterweight champ Jaron "Boots" Ennis in a unification battle later this year. Plus, whether Ennis is now the one reluctant to do that or not?It's all part of this special "Fight Freaks Unite Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe to this feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

Buncey sits down with WBO, IBF and Ring Magazine world champion Ellie Scotney as she prepares to head to New York to defend all her belts on the massive Katie Taylor-Amanda Serrano card in New York. She explains how the opportunity came about to join Jake Paul's MVP stable and how it is a dream come true. She also tells the tales of how she ended up taking Serrano on the pads when she went over for the press conference last month.

A very slow week of boxing occurred with the highlights being Richardson Hitchins stopping George Kambosos Jr, which would lead to a call-out of former two-division titleholder Devin Haney. Andy Cruz stopped Hironori Mishiro. This win makes Cruz mandatory for Raymond Muratalla's IBF title. Friday night, two things to talk about: A card in Ghana went on until the early morning with Andrew Tabiti getting a stoppage win, and LeAnna Cruz had to get off the deck to win her fight against Regina Chavez. Israel Mercado upset Branden Pizarro in the co-feature. Looking ahead to Thursday, WBO welterweight titleholder Brian Norman Jr faces Jin Sasaki. Is this a Fight of the Year or a mismatch? We discuss. From Thursday to Saturday, the WBC Grand Prix will enter the second round. This has provided some very exciting bouts so far. Friday on DAZN, David Stevens vs. Petr Khamukov will meet in a crossroads match. Saturday on DAZN, Galal Yafai vs. Francisco Rodriguez will take center stage with Peter McGrail in the co-feature. Saturday on ESPN+, Vito Mielnicki Jr. will face Kamil Gardzielik, other notables on the card, Jahi Tucker vs Lorenzo Simpson, which is a great fight, Brandun Lee, and Jamar Talley.Saturday on UFC Fight Pass, Callum Walsh will face Elias Espadas in a very good match-up we will explain. Also, Cain Sandoval, "Right Hook Roxy" Verduzco, and Umar Dzambekov round out the undercard. Timestamps 0:00 Dakota rants3:00 Richardson Hitchins-George Kambosos 13:00 Matchroom undercard17:40 Moses Ituama-Dillian Whyte Preview19:16 OTX Boxing card25:35 Ghana card27:10 Brian Norman-Jin Sasaki30:00 TV Breakdown of the Week37:30 Jahi Tucker-Lorenzo Simpson45:10 Callum Walsh

Off a weekend with one significant show in New York our guys return to go over that, some news and more on the newest "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael are back with their insight and takes.They begin with the recap of Saturday night's Matchroom Boxing DAZN card in NYCRichardson Hitchins TKO8 George Kambosos Jr., for Hitchins' IBF 140. It was expected and now, what's next for Hitchins?Also, Andy Cruz TKO5 Hironori Mishiro, IBF 135 lb. eliminator and heavyweight Teremoana Teremoana KO1 Aleem Whitfield, as well. Plus, they recap Saturday night's WBA "KO Drugs" main event in Buenos Aires, ArgentinaNonito Donaire Tech Dec 8 Andres Campos, wins vacant WBA interim bantamweight. It's a win, but there's concern for the aging Donaire. The guys also briefly preview Thursday's Teiken Boxing main event on ESPN+ in TokyoBrian Norman vs. Jin Sasaki, for Norman's WBO welterweight titleNews After everything that happened with the cancellation of Keyshawn Davis-Edwin De Los Santos, De Los Santos' promoter Sampson Lewkowicz announced he has given the fighter a release from his promotional contract, because De Los Santos was so upset the promoter and trainer called off the fight. Our guys weigh in on the "weight debacle" fallout continuing.As expected, the WBO formally ordered England's Sam Noakes and Ohio's Abdullah Mason to meet for the organization's vacant lightweight world title stripped from overweight Davis. They have 20 days to negotiate an agreement or there will be a purse bid. Dan has more.NostalgiaJune 15, 1984 – 41 years ago Sunday – Thomas Hearns MASSIVE KO2 Roberto Duran to retain the WBC junior middleweight title at Caesars Palace. It's an All-time great KO and Hearns' only win of the "Four Kings" series of fights (he was 1-2-1).Make sure to go to the Big Fight Weekend Youtube page to watch the guys discuss it more!And, be part of all our content on this podcast feed on Apple, Spreaker, Spotify, etc.! 

The Boxing Show returns as Boxing News' Rob Tebbutt is joined by former WBO super-featherweight champion Barry Jones and Sky Sports Boxing's Andy Clarke for a review of the weekend's action. First, the panel look back at Richardson Hitchins' dominant stoppage win over George Kambosos, before previewing the return of Galal Yafai this weekend in Birmingham. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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.!

#abdullahmason #samnoakes #Keyshawndavis Join ThaBoxingVoice for an explosive episode breaking down the WBO's order for Abdullah Mason vs. Sam Noakes to clash for the vacant lightweight title! At 21, Cleveland's unbeaten Mason (19-0, 17 KOs) brings slick skills and devastating power, fresh off a TKO over Jeremia Nakathila. Facing him is the UK's relentless Sam Noakes (17-0, 15 KOs), a knockout machine with nine fights since 2022. We dive into their styles, the stakes of this 135lb showdown, and why Mason's favored to claim the crown. Will Noakes' aggression upset the odds? From Keyshawn Davis' weight miss to the WBO's 30-day negotiation window, we cover it all. Expect fiery debates, expert insights, and polls to spark your thoughts. Perfect for boxing fans aged 18-65 craving hard-hitting analysis! Tune in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube for a ringside seat to this lightweight firestorm!

#teofimolopez #gervontadavis #premierboxingchampions ThaBoxingVoice dives into the sizzling rumor: Has Teofimo Lopez Jr., the WBO junior welterweight champ, signed with Premier Boxing Champions? We unpack the buzz from X posts, including Lopez's PBC hat video with the '8.16' date, his plan to fight the Davis-Roach winner, and a fan's backlash over his racist remarks. Is this a new era for “The Takeover,” or just hype? Join us as we debate Lopez's next move, analyze his Times Square win, and explore PBC's stance. With exclusive insights, fan polls, and spicy takes, this episode is a must-listen for boxing fans craving the latest on this polarizing star. Tune in, vote, and let your voice be heard!

Matt and EzRaw discuss the latest in boxing news including:News and NotesKeyshawn Davis misses weight and loses his WBO belt on the scale; Fight vs Edwin De Los Santos cancelledTeofimo Lopez pulls out of Haney negotiationsLomachenko retiresImane Khelif skips event after mandatory sex-testing ruleOscar De La Hoya states Ryan Garcia will have a surgery on shoulder; Would like his to take a year off to get right mentallyEZ Money Parlay of the Day, EzRaw Report Card, EzRaw BreakdownEzRaw BreakdownWardley vs HuniNakatani vs Ryosuke NishidaAbdullah Mason vs Jeremia NakathilaJai Opetaia vs Claudio SqueoEzra's Raw Hard CashMatt's Best Bet.Rumor ReportQuick HitsStephen Fulton vs Oshaquie FosterBrandon Figueroa is now training Manny RoblesRamon Cardenas and Marlon Tapales are reportedly in negotiations for a fight in October.WBA Super Flyweight Champion Jasmine Artiga tomake the first defense against Linn SandstromRaymond Muratalla will be elevated to full IBF Lightweight Champion.Shurretta “Chicc'n” Metcalf will now face Cherneka “Sugar Neekz” Johnson in an IBF-WBA Bantamweight unificationRey Vargas is expected to make his return to the ring in August against Carlos Castro. VargasHall of Fame boxer, 3-division champion Mike McCallum diesKosei Tanaka announces his retirement#MrOneTake's One TakeRead the latest news at Brunch BoxingThoughts or questions? Email us at brunchboxingqa@gmail.comHosts: Matt, and EzRawSocial: MikeProducer: Huey

#KeyshawnDavis #abdullahmason #edwindelossantos Join ThaBoxingVoice as we dive into the shocking cancellation of Keyshawn Davis' WBO lightweight title defense against Edwin De Los Santos, stripped after missing weight by over four pounds! We unpack the fallout: Can Davis rebuild trust with fans and promoters? Will this derail his meteoric rise? Plus, we spotlight Abdullah Mason stepping up to headline against Jeremia Nakathila in a high-stakes lightweight clash. From Davis' hometown humiliation to Mason's big break, we break down the drama, stakes, and what's next for these fighters. Perfect for boxing fans craving raw analysis, bold takes, and the latest ring buzz. Tune in for exclusive insights, heated debates, and polls to get your voice heard! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

#KeyshawnDavis #abdullahmason #edwindelossantos Get ready for a wild ride on this ThaBoxingVoice episode as we dive into the explosive chaos surrounding Keyshawn Davis at Scope Arena! From missing weight and losing his WBO lightweight title to a shocking backstage brawl with brothers Keon and Kelvin, this meltdown has rocked the boxing world. Hear how blue-chip prospect Abdullah Mason stole the show with a dominant TKO over Jeremia Nakathila, plus results from a thrilling Fabio Wardley knockout. We'll unpack the Davis family drama, Albright's claims, and what's next for Mason's title shot. Perfect for boxing fans, this episode blends hot takes with expert analysis—tune in for the unfiltered truth! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube.

#Keyshawndavis #abdullahmason r #DavisVsMason Get ready for an electrifying episode of ThaBoxingVoice as we dive into the sizzling lightweight showdown between Keyshawn Davis and Abdullah Mason! This clash pits the WBO lightweight champ, “The Businessman” Davis, against the undefeated knockout artist Mason. We'll break down their explosive styles, recent performances, and what's at stake in this potential title fight. With Davis' slick skills and Mason's devastating power, who will dominate the ring? Join us for expert analysis, heated debates, and fan-driven polls as we explore this dream matchup. Will Davis defend his crown, or will Mason's rise steal the spotlight? Tune in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube for a knockout discussion that every boxing fan needs to hear!

#keyshawndavis #gervontadavis #teofimolopez Get ready for a fiery episode of ThaBoxingVoice as we dive into the electrifying boxing action on June 7, 2025, at Scope Arena in Norfolk, Virginia, airing live on ESPN, ESPN Deportes, and ESPN+! Keyshawn Davis defends his WBO lightweight title against the hard-hitting Edwin De Los Santos in a 12-round clash, while the co-feature sees rising star Abdullah Mason take on Jeremia Nakathila. We'll break down the full card, including Kelvin Davis, Keon Davis, and more, as the DB3 brothers aim to dominate their hometown. Plus, we unpack the drama—Keyshawn claims Teofimo Lopez is ducking him after rejecting a fight offer from Turki Alalshikh, while also beefing with Gervonta Davis over personal jabs. Is Lopez the most exciting fighter in boxing, or just running scared? Join us for bold takes, fight predictions, and listener polls that'll spark heated debates among boxing fans!

#teofimolopez #turkialalshikh #devinhaney Get ready for a fiery ThaBoxingVoice episode as we dive into the drama-packed saga of Devin Haney vs. Teofimo Lopez! Set for August 16 in Riyadh, this 145-pound clash is back on after a rollercoaster of events—Lopez's social media outburst, a public apology, and Turki Alalshikh's green light. Both fighters are coming off wins at the Times Square card on May 2, but Lopez's antics nearly cost him this massive payday. Will Haney (32-0, 15 KOs) punish the outspoken Lopez (22-1, 13 KOs) for his disrespect, as promised by his father Bill Haney? Or will Lopez, the WBO junior welterweight champ, prove he's the real deal at a higher weight? We'll unpack the beef, analyze their recent performances, and debate what's next for these two-division champs. Join us for hot takes, fan polls, and all the boxing buzz you crave—available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Don't miss this electrifying episode for boxing enthusiasts.

In this episode of Athlete Mindset, host Lisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CMPC, sits down with professional boxer Chris Billam-Smith. Known as "The Gentleman," Chris shares the mindset that's guided his rise from late-blooming amateur to world champion. He opens up about the power of consistency, the role of family in grounding his identity, and how he mentally prepares for the demands of the ring. Chris also discusses the importance of breathwork, emotional regulation, and the inner shift that happens when the gloves go on. Through it all, he reflects on being more than an athlete — striving to grow as a husband, father, and person.Key Takeaways from “Chris Billam-Smith | Consistency, Character, and the Champion's Mindset”Why Chris embraced boxing at 16 after years of team sportsThe power of personal accountability and control in individual sportsHis personal mantra: “Consistency Builds Success” — and how it shaped his careerThe role of family and fatherhood in evolving his mindset and motivationHow breathwork and recovery support his physical and mental performanceBalancing the “gentleman” persona with the inner competitor in the ringLessons in humility, identity, and life beyond the sportMore about Chris Billam-Smith:Chris Billam-Smith, also known as ‘The Gentlemen', made his professional debut in 2017 under the tutelage of Shane McGuigan. Raised on the sunny shores of Bournemouth, the Commonwealth, British, European and former WBO world Cruiserweight Champion stands with a professional record of 20 wins, and 2 losses (13KO's). Chris got to live out his fairytale story of becoming world champion at the AFCB vitality stadium, home to his beloved cherries in May 2023 fighting in front of all his friends and family. He dedicated his win to his mum who was suffering with Cancer at the time, as well as how wife Mia. Ambassador to the Dorset Children's Foundation and as a supporter of the Bournemouth foodbank, Chris has just come away with a win on the huge Eubank vs Benn card, fighting at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium. He now looks to become 2X world champ.Credits: Athlete Mindset is part of the SportsE Media platform.Produced by KazCM and featured on the QuietLoud Studios podcast network.Support the Athlete Mindset Community: Click Here to contribute to the Athlete Mindset Community.By supporting the Athlete Mindset community, you will contribute directly to the mental health of athletes. With your amplification, we can ensure more voices are heard and more individuals are impacted. Thank You for making a difference!Connect with the guest, host, and podcast production team:Chris Billam-Smith: LinkedIn | websiteLisa Bonta Sumii, LCSW, CMPC: LinkedIn | Instagram | websiteSportsE Media: LinkedIn | XRelated episodes to “Chris Billam-Smith | Consistency, Character, and the Champion's Mindset”:From Adversity to Aspiration: Mariah Mazon's Softball Journey and Mental GameWho You Are, Not What You Do with Kelsey O'ConnorThe True Athlete Project Series: Building a Compassionate World Through Sport with Sam ParfittMusic: Beat Provided By freebeats.io | Produced By White Hot 

#MosesItauma #usykdubois #daznboxing Join ThaBoxingVoice as we dive into the sizzling news that 20-year-old heavyweight sensation Moses Itauma is set to return on the Oleksandr Usyk vs. Daniel Dubois II undercard at Wembley Stadium on July 19, 2025! Promoter Frank Warren has ruled out Martin Bakole and Joseph Parker as opponents, leaving fans wondering: Is Itauma being protected, or is his team wisely building a future champ? We unpack Itauma's explosive 12-0 (10 KOs) record, his recent demolition of Mike Balogun, and why his No. 1 WBO ranking has the boxing world buzzing. Are his promoters holding him back with kid gloves, or is this a masterclass in career management? Tune in for heated debates, fan polls, and insights on whether Itauma's ready to be unleashed against top-tier heavyweights. Perfect for boxing diehards craving the latest on the division's brightest star!

#xanderzayas #jorgeperez #toprankboxing Get ready for an explosive episode of ThaBoxingVoice as we break down the July 26, 2025, showdown between Xander Zayas and Jorge Garcia Perez for the vacant WBO junior middleweight title at Madison Square Garden's Theater, live on ESPN. Can the undefeated Puerto Rican phenom Zayas (21-0, 13 KOs) become the next East Coast boxing icon, or will Mexico's upset king Garcia (33-4, 26 KOs) steal the spotlight with his Fundora-esque style? We dive into Zayas' defensive mastery, Garcia's body-punching prowess, and whether Top Rank's fast-tracked star can shine against a battle-tested veteran. Join us for heated debates, bold predictions, and polls to see who the fans back in this clash of styles

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