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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

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.! 

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.!

#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

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 as they review Fabio Wardley's stunning comeback KO win over Justis Huni. We also look back at Callum Simpson's European title win after his shootout with Italy's Ivan Zucco in Barnsley, as well as a disappointing week for Keyshawn Davis and another mesmerising win for would-be Naoya Inoue opponent, Junto Nakatani. Finally the panel preview Richardson Hitchins' first defence of his IBF super-lightweight title, as he takes on former unified 135lbs king George Kambosos in New York. Boxing News: bit.ly/BoxingNewsSubscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#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 #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.

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Michael begins by reflecting on the immediate aftermath of his highly controversial exit from the 2016 Olympics. Following this pivotal moment, he shifted his focus to professional boxing, opting to partner with Top Rank promotions in the United States. Michael discusses the process of relocating with his family to the U.S. and recounts his early successes in the professional arena. It wasn't long before he found himself headlining St. Patrick's Day events at Madison Square Garden in New York, captivating a large Irish audience. He opens up about the significant backlash he faced back home, stemming from the controversy surrounding his ring entrance music, and how some of the public's perception of him does not reflect his true character. Our conversation delves into notable bouts from his pro career, including a gratifying victory over his 2016 Olympic rival, Vladimir Nikitin, at MSG. He also secured both WBO and WBA continental titles, including a great win against former world champion TJ Doheny at Falls Park in 2021. This then positioned Michael for that much-anticipated shot at the world title against Leigh Wood in 2022. The matchup was unforgettable and Fight of the Year, but the last round defeat was the first setback in Michael's pro career. After some good wins, back-to-back defeats against Luis Alberto Lopez and Jordan Gill, Michael took a break from the ring for over a year to regroup. During this hiatus, he remained active, discovering a new passion for running and successfully completed a marathon in under three hours—a challenge he set for himself and accomplished. However, the call of boxing was undeniable, and following a 15-month absence, a recent victory has set him back on the right path. Michael continues to harbor ambitions of capturing that elusive world title, with the final chapter of his professional career yet to be written.

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#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!

An action packed weekend all over the globe awaits and we're ready to preview it all. Plus, a world champ is talking to us, also, on our newest "Big Fight Weekend Podcast"Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael return with their thoughts and takes on all the action.We start with the previews:Saturday Top Rank/ESPN card in Norfolk, Va.Keyshawn Davis vs. Edwin De Los Santos, for Davis' WBO lightweight title. It's Davis' first defense in his hometown. The boys discuss. And, we have  Abdullah Mason vs. Jeremia Nakathila in a 10 rounds lightweight co-feature. Earlier Saturday Queensberry/DAZN card in Ipswich, EnglandFabio Wardley vs. Justis Huni, for vacant WBA interim heavyweight title. Looking forward to this clash, as both guys can punch. On Sunday Teiken Boxing/ESPN+ card in Tokyo 4:30 a.m. ETJunto Nakatani vs. Ryosuke Nishida, WBC/IBF bantamweight unification. Nakatani has his sights set on "The Monster" but must win here first. Also, Sunday Tasman Fighters/Matchroom card in Broadbeach, Australia 3:30 a.m. ETJai Opetaia vs. Claudio Squeo, for Opetaia's lineal/IBF cruiserweight title. Opetaia is the tops in the division and should cruise. Next a RICHARDSON HITCHINS interview with Dan:Hitchins defends his IBF junior welterweight title vs. George Kambosos Jr. on June 14 at New York's MSG Theater on DAZN. He's very outspoken on this matchup being no big thing. Some News3-division champion Vasiliy Lomachenko announces retirement at 37. We recap his amazing career. Sadly, Jose Santa Cruz, who trained his four sons as professional boxers, including four-division titleholder Leo Santa Cruz, died on Monday after a years-long battle with a form of bone cancer in his spine. He was 65.  Next, Nonito Donaire returns to fight Andres Campos for the vacant WBA interim bantamweight title on June 14 at Casino Buenos Aires in Buenos Aires, Argentina. This fight was only announced in recent days as a late addition to the WBA's annual “KO Drugs” festival event.  And, some quick mention that HOF inductions are Sunday. That bizarrely has legend Manny Pacquiao being inducted and yet, he's set to return to the ring in a July PPV. Dan goes over that and the whole 2025 class.NostalgiaJune 4, 2016 — nine years ago on Wednesday – WBC 130 champion Francisco Vargas and Orlando Salido fought to a hellacious draw in the 2016 fight of the year one night after Muhammad Ali died. Rafael ringside. We briefly talk about this here.Make sure to watch full recap of Vargas-Salido on our BFW Youtube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@bigfightweekend9132And make sure to follow/subscribe on our BFW Podcast feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

An action packed weekend all over the globe awaits and we're ready to preview it all. Plus, a world champ is talking to us, also, on our newest "Big Fight Weekend Podcast"Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael return with their thoughts and takes on all the action.We start with the previews:Saturday Top Rank/ESPN card in Norfolk, Va.Keyshawn Davis vs. Edwin De Los Santos, for Davis' WBO lightweight title. It's Davis' first defense in his hometown. The boys discuss. And, we have  Abdullah Mason vs. Jeremia Nakathila in a 10 rounds lightweight co-feature. Earlier Saturday Queensberry/DAZN card in Ipswich, EnglandFabio Wardley vs. Justis Huni, for vacant WBA interim heavyweight title. Looking forward to this clash, as both guys can punch. On Sunday Teiken Boxing/ESPN+ card in Tokyo 4:30 a.m. ETJunto Nakatani vs. Ryosuke Nishida, WBC/IBF bantamweight unification. Nakatani has his sights set on "The Monster" but must win here first. Also, Sunday Tasman Fighters/Matchroom card in Broadbeach, Australia 3:30 a.m. ETJai Opetaia vs. Claudio Squeo, for Opetaia's lineal/IBF cruiserweight title. Opetaia is the tops in the division and should cruise. Next a RICHARDSON HITCHINS interview with Dan:Hitchins defends his IBF junior welterweight title vs. George Kambosos Jr. on June 14 at New York's MSG Theater on DAZN. He's very outspoken on this matchup being no big thing. Some News3-division champion Vasiliy Lomachenko announces retirement at 37. We recap his amazing career. Sadly, Jose Santa Cruz, who trained his four sons as professional boxers, including four-division titleholder Leo Santa Cruz, died on Monday after a years-long battle with a form of bone cancer in his spine. He was 65.  Next, Nonito Donaire returns to fight Andres Campos for the vacant WBA interim bantamweight title on June 14 at Casino Buenos Aires in Buenos Aires, Argentina. This fight was only announced in recent days as a late addition to the WBA's annual “KO Drugs” festival event.  And, some quick mention that HOF inductions are Sunday. That bizarrely has legend Manny Pacquiao being inducted and yet, he's set to return to the ring in a July PPV. Dan goes over that and the whole 2025 class.NostalgiaJune 4, 2016 — nine years ago on Wednesday – WBC 130 champion Francisco Vargas and Orlando Salido fought to a hellacious draw in the 2016 fight of the year one night after Muhammad Ali died. Rafael ringside. We briefly talk about this here.Make sure to watch full recap of Vargas-Salido on our BFW Youtube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@bigfightweekend9132And make sure to follow/subscribe on our BFW Podcast feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!

#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 

Wardley vs Huni Preview & Plant vs Resendiz Review | #82 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 as they look ahead to Fabio Wardley's bout with Justis Huni and Callum Simpson's return against Ivan Zucco, both this weekend. After a stacked weekend of boxing, the panel look back at an impressive revenge win for Khalil Coe over Manuel Gallegos, a breathless super-middleweight contest between Bektemir Melikuziev and Darius Fulghum and a shock loss for Caleb Plant against Armando Resendiz. Finally, we look ahead to Sunday's bantamweight unification between Junto Nakatani and Ryosuke Nishida, as well as a return to action for cruiserweight king Jai Opetaia against Italian challenger Claudio Squeo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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.

#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

A familiar fighter returns to the Las Vegas limelight, plus, some prominent fighters are in the news for the wrong reasons and we explain it all on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast."Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael are back aboard to go over everything.They begin with:A Recap of the Ohashi Promotions card on Wednesday in Yokohama, JapanYoshiki Takei TKO1 Yuttapong Tongdee and retains WBO bantamweight title.Plus, Eduardo Nunez wins easily in 12 rounds over Masanori Rikiishi and wins the vacant IBF junior lightweight title. Dan has a lot on both Next, a Preview of the PBC on Prime Video card Saturday night at Mandalay Bay in Las VegasCaleb Plant returns against little known. Armando Resendiz, 12 rounds, for Plant's WBA interim super middleweight title. More importantly is he's likely fighting Jermall Charlo next. Charlo first takes on. Thomas LaManna in a 10 rounds super middleweight bout. The boys discuss.NewsJaime Munguia tested positive for foreign testosterone in his system in a VADA test related to his May 3rd rematch win over Bruno Surace. What's going to happen now and does Surace get the no-contest ruling?  Dan has more on his reporting on the supposed Aug. 16 Teofimo Lopez-Devin Haney agreed to bout, but fight falling apart over Lopez's tweet storm in which he insulted Turki Alashikh. WHAT ARE WE DOING HERE?!Ryan Garcia undergoes right hand surgery, and the plans for Fall fight in limbo for now.Top Rank July 26th card officially announced, Xander Zayas-Jorge Garcia for vacant WBO junior middleweight title & featherweight Bruce “Shu Shu” Carrington vs. Mateus Heita for the vacant WBC interim title in the co-featureYudai Shigeoka, the former WBC strawweight titlist, posted to social media on Thursday to provide an update on older brother and former IBF strawweight titlist Ginjiro Shigeoka, including that he is breathing on his own.NostalgiaWe encourage you to find our Youtube page for some thoughts on HOFer Johnny Tapia, a fan favorite, who died back on May 27, 2012 – 13 years ago on Tuesday.Meanwhile, for all our podcat content keep it locked in on this feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

A familiar fighter returns to the Las Vegas limelight, plus, some prominent fighters are in the news for the wrong reasons and we explain it all on the newest "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast."Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael are back aboard to go over everything.They begin with:A Recap of the Ohashi Promotions card on Wednesday in Yokohama, JapanYoshiki Takei TKO1 Yuttapong Tongdee and retains WBO bantamweight title.Plus, Eduardo Nunez wins easily in 12 rounds over Masanori Rikiishi and wins the vacant IBF junior lightweight title. Dan has a lot on both Next, a Preview of the PBC on Prime Video card Saturday night at Mandalay Bay in Las VegasCaleb Plant returns against little known. Armando Resendiz, 12 rounds, for Plant's WBA interim super middleweight title. More importantly is he's likely fighting Jermall Charlo next. Charlo first takes on. Thomas LaManna in a 10 rounds super middleweight bout. The boys discuss.NewsJaime Munguia tested positive for foreign testosterone in his system in a VADA test related to his May 3rd rematch win over Bruno Surace. What's going to happen now and does Surace get the no-contest ruling?  Dan has more on his reporting on the supposed Aug. 16 Teofimo Lopez-Devin Haney agreed to bout, but fight falling apart over Lopez's tweet storm in which he insulted Turki Alashikh. WHAT ARE WE DOING HERE?!Ryan Garcia undergoes right hand surgery, and the plans for Fall fight in limbo for now.Top Rank July 26th card officially announced, Xander Zayas-Jorge Garcia for vacant WBO junior middleweight title & featherweight Bruce “Shu Shu” Carrington vs. Mateus Heita for the vacant WBC interim title in the co-featureYudai Shigeoka, the former WBC strawweight titlist, posted to social media on Thursday to provide an update on older brother and former IBF strawweight titlist Ginjiro Shigeoka, including that he is breathing on his own.NostalgiaWe encourage you to find our Youtube page for some thoughts on HOFer Johnny Tapia, a fan favorite, who died back on May 27, 2012 – 13 years ago on Tuesday.Meanwhile, for all our podcat content keep it locked in on this feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

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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.

In this episode, Dakota returns after two weeks off from the show. We get his take on the cards that started May from Times Square, Ryan Garcia-Rolando Romero, Canelo Alvarez-William Scull, and Naoya Inoue-Ramon Cardenas. We then jump into this week's show in which heavyweight Dave Allen stops Johnny Fisher. Could a trilogy happen?The undercard was very regional, but Kieron Conway continues to have “John Ryder vibes”, George Liddard is climbing the ranks and Shannon Ryan is a tricky fighter to judge, we will explain.Sam Goodman defeated Cesar Vaca Espinoza in the middle of the week. It was his first fight of 2025. Also, Serhii Bohachuk returned defeating Mykal Fox, but it was hard than many expected and it took place at middleweight. Omar Trinidad also picked up a victory on this card. This week, we preview the return of Josh Taylor against Ekow Essuman. Also, heavyweight Moses Itauma vs. Mike Balogun will be the co-feature. Terri Harper-Natalie Zimmermann will happen with Harper's WBO women's lightweight belt on the line, the co-feature on this card will be Maxi Hughes taking on Archie Sharp in a lightweight bout. Angelo Leo looks to defend his IBF featherweight title against Tomoki Kameda in Japan. 

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. The panel review Dave Allen's crushing fifth-round knockout win over Johnny Fisher, while also looking ahead to Josh Taylor's return in Glasgow against former British welterweight champion Ekow Essuman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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.

Although it's a lighter weekend of action, there are a couple of solid contender main events and we've aslo got some interesting fight news and more on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael to go over it all.They begin with the preview of the Matchroom/DAZN main event Saturday in LondonJohnny Fisher vs. Dave Allen, rematch in a 10 round heavyweight battle. Will Fisher step up this time and decisively win over the veteran Allen? Also, they preview the 360 Promotions/UFC Fight Pass main event in Commerce, Calif.Contender Serhii Bohachuk meets. Mykel Fox, who's stepping up to junior middleweight in the main event. Bohachuk wants to get in the 154 lb. title picture with a big win. Can the crafty, southpaw Fox create problems? News Wait, the Canelo Alvarez-Terence Crawford mega-fight, announced for September 12th for  Las Vegas isn't going to be on that date and maybe, not in Vegas?? Dan isn't so sure. The guys go over it. Also, the presser on Thursday in NYC for Turki Alashikh's July 12 Ring mag / DAZN PPV that will take place at Louis Armstrong Stadium tennis stadium in Queens, NY. Plenty of talk between Shakur Stevenson and top contender William Zepeda along with Edgar Berlanga and Hamzah Sheeraz at the presser.  And, Turki tells Dan he is unsure, if he will proceed with Garcia-Haney 2 right away and may look to get Garcia another fight first. Next, the California commission says Charli Suarez has appealed the technical decision loss to Emanuel Navarrete last Saturday night and the hearing is on agenda for June 2 commission meeting. Meanwhile, Bob Arum tells me he would like to do the immediate rematch in October in Manila to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Thrilla in Manila, Ali-Fraizer 3, which he also promoted  Top Rank/Golden Boy/Zanfer made deal, avoid purse bid for vacant WBO junior middleweight title bout between Xander Zayas and Jorge Garcia. Dan's reporting is it is likely going to be July 26 at TBA. And, this would be on final Top Rank/ESPN card as their contract expires July 31. Hall of Famer Holly Holm has signed with MVP and is coming back to boxing for first time since 2013 (she went UFC and became a champion) to fight Yolanda Vega, who also signed with MVP, on Jake Paul-Chavez PPV on June 28.  NostalgiaMay 14, 2005 — 20 years ago on Wednesday – Winky Wright W12 Felix Trinidad domination. Big Dan was ringside andMay 15, 2044 -- 21 years ago Thursday – in the light heavyweight title rematch Antonio "Magic Man" Tarver KO2 Roy Jones in gargantuan shocker. WATCH these famous fight recaps on our BFW Youtube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@bigfightweekend9132And, make sure to be following/subscribed to our pod content on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

Although it's a lighter weekend of action, there are a couple of solid contender main events and we've aslo got some interesting fight news and more on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael to go over it all.They begin with the preview of the Matchroom/DAZN main event Saturday in LondonJohnny Fisher vs. Dave Allen, rematch in a 10 round heavyweight battle. Will Fisher step up this time and decisively win over the veteran Allen? Also, they preview the 360 Promotions/UFC Fight Pass main event in Commerce, Calif.Contender Serhii Bohachuk meets. Mykel Fox, who's stepping up to junior middleweight in the main event. Bohachuk wants to get in the 154 lb. title picture with a big win. Can the crafty, southpaw Fox create problems? News Wait, the Canelo Alvarez-Terence Crawford mega-fight, announced for September 12th for  Las Vegas isn't going to be on that date and maybe, not in Vegas?? Dan isn't so sure. The guys go over it. Also, the presser on Thursday in NYC for Turki Alashikh's July 12 Ring mag / DAZN PPV that will take place at Louis Armstrong Stadium tennis stadium in Queens, NY. Plenty of talk between Shakur Stevenson and top contender William Zepeda along with Edgar Berlanga and Hamzah Sheeraz at the presser.  And, Turki tells Dan he is unsure, if he will proceed with Garcia-Haney 2 right away and may look to get Garcia another fight first. Next, the California commission says Charli Suarez has appealed the technical decision loss to Emanuel Navarrete last Saturday night and the hearing is on agenda for June 2 commission meeting. Meanwhile, Bob Arum tells me he would like to do the immediate rematch in October in Manila to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Thrilla in Manila, Ali-Fraizer 3, which he also promoted  Top Rank/Golden Boy/Zanfer made deal, avoid purse bid for vacant WBO junior middleweight title bout between Xander Zayas and Jorge Garcia. Dan's reporting is it is likely going to be July 26 at TBA. And, this would be on final Top Rank/ESPN card as their contract expires July 31. Hall of Famer Holly Holm has signed with MVP and is coming back to boxing for first time since 2013 (she went UFC and became a champion) to fight Yolanda Vega, who also signed with MVP, on Jake Paul-Chavez PPV on June 28.  NostalgiaMay 14, 2005 — 20 years ago on Wednesday – Winky Wright W12 Felix Trinidad domination. Big Dan was ringside andMay 15, 2044 -- 21 years ago Thursday – in the light heavyweight title rematch Antonio "Magic Man" Tarver KO2 Roy Jones in gargantuan shocker. WATCH these famous fight recaps on our BFW Youtube page here: https://www.youtube.com/@bigfightweekend9132And, make sure to be following/subscribed to our pod content on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

Anthony Cacace vs Leigh Wood Review | #79 The Boxing Show returns as Boxing News' Rob Tebbutt is joined by former WBO super-featherweight champion Barry Jones as they review Anto Cacace's stoppage win over Leigh Wood and look ahead to Johnny Fisher's heavyweight rematch with Dave Allen. Boxing News: https://bit.ly/BoxingNewsSubscribe Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Timestamps0:00 Emanuel Navarrete-Charly Suarez 21:00 undercard28:00 Anthony Cacace-Leigh Wood results31:35 ProBox TV34:40 Serhii Bohachuk-Myke Fox Preview39:48 Fisher-Allen IIIn this podcast, Lukie is all by himself as Dakota is away being an adult. The main topic is Emanuel Navarrete-Charly Suarez and the WBO junior lightweight title fight. It was confusing and we talk about it.Other stuff, Raymond Muratalla wins the interim IBF lightweight title over Zaur Abdullaev. I will talk about a few notable insights including Giovani Santillan, Andres Cortes and Alan Garcia. Also, Anthony Cacace stopped Leigh Wood...I will talk about this for a little bit, but not too much. On Friday, Dainier Pero survived a knockdown to win a heavyweight main event. I will also talk about this week's fight action, with the most marquee bout being Serhii Bohachuk-Myke Fox which will broadcast on UFC Fight Pass.Leave a review to support the show

Some controversy in San Diego, another big showing for Anthony Cacace in the U.K. and a tremendous under the radar Japanese title fight Sunday were all part of the weekend for us to go over on the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast."Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael of his Fight Freaks Unite Substack to talk it all.They Recap the Top Rank / ESPN show Saturday in San DiegoEmanuel Navarrete wins a Tech Decision over Charly Suarez and retains the WBO junior lightweight title. But, was it a punch or a butt that caused the Navarrete cut that stopped the fight. And, will this verdict be overturned by the California commission now? The boys go in detail about it and their opinions on what should be done?In the co-feature, Raymond Muratalla decisioned Zaur Abdullaev and wins vacant IBF interim lightweight title. What's next... Loma?? Then, a recap from the Queensberry DAZN main event Saturday in Nottingham, EnglandAnthony Cacace again gets an impressive with a TKO9 over hometown fave Leigh Wood. Third staight significant win for Cacace and was it the end for the popular Wood?A brief recap of the ProBox main event Saturday in Kissimmee, Fla. as Erickson Lubin TKO11 against Ardreal Holmes in an IBF junior middleweight eliminator. Not a thrilling fight, but Lubin helps himself with the win. Finally, the boys recap the main event in Tokyo on Sunday morning USA time, as Fernando  "Puma" Martinez wins another action packed decision with Kazuto Ioka in their rematch. And, Martinez, who got off the canvas late, retains WBA junior bantamweight title. Then, some NewsDan is reporting on plans in works for Roman “Chocolatito” Gonzalez to return this Summer ahead of a probable junior bantamweight title shot. Chocolatito is No. 1 in the WBO, WBC and WBA rankings.And, if the Pacquiao-Barrios happens for July 19. It will have not only the Fundora-Tszyu 2 junior middleweight rematch, but also a possible for undercard so is Pitbull Cruz vs. Angel Fierro 2, as well.Nostalgia (Go to our BFW Youtube page for:May 12, 2001 – 24 years ago on Monday – Felix Trinidad TKO5 William Joppy to win the WBA middleweight title in the Don King's and HBO's middleweight tournament semis. Dan was ringside for top 2-3 atmospheres he's ever been in. MSG was on fire inside and outside that night. Incredible memories!Go WATCH here:  https://www.youtube.com/@bigfightweekend9132/featuredAnd make sure to follow/subscribe to this podcast feed on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify! 

Matt and EzRaw discuss the latest in boxing news including:News and NotesOscar De La Hoya said he wants to do business with Al Haymon and the PBCBob Arum says Top Rank will have multiple outlets including both free to air and streaming serviceManny Pacquiao vs Mario Barrios CardCanelo vs Terence Crawford is officialTKO Boxing announce they will be doing up to 12 cards a year and 1 to 4 super fightsInoue vs Cardenas aftermathWhat is Teofimo Lopez doing?EZ Money Parlay of the Day, EzRaw Report Card, EzRaw BreakdownEzRaw BreakdownEmanuel Navarrete vs Charlie Suarez Raymond Muratalla vs Zaur Abdullaev Souleymane Cissokho vs Mean MachineAnthony Cacace vs Leigh WoodErickson Lubin vs Andreal HolmesEzra's Raw Hard CashMike's EZ MoneyMatt's Best Bet.Fernando Martinez vs Kazuto Ioka 2Rumor ReportQuick HitsCarl Wonderboy Martin will make his long awaited US Debut on the Plant/Charlo carAdames and Nursultanov have requested an extension for their negotiation periodRay Jackson vs Shawn Porter has been delayed.WBO officially orders Xander Zayas vs Jorge Perez#MrOneTake's One TakeRead the latest news at Brunch BoxingThoughts or questions? Email us at brunchboxingqa@gmail.comHosts: Matt, and EzRawSocial: MikeProducer: Huey

We get ready for a wekkend with action all over the globe- from San Diego, CA to Nottingham, England and then, back over to Tokyo, Japan and we're ready to go over it all on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael for their takes and insight.They begin with the preview of the Top Rank ESPN card Saturday in San DiegoMexican star Emanuel Navarrete returns against unbeaten but largely unknown Charly Suarez for Navarrete's WBO junior lightweight title and in the co-feature unbeaten Raymond Muratalla takes on Zaur Abdullaev for the vacant IBF interim lightweight title. The boys discuss both.Earlier Saturday, U.S. time, the Queensberry DAZN main event from Nottingham, England sees Anthony Cacace battle Leigh Wood in a junior lightweight showdown of popular prominent fighters in the U.K. There's a brief preview of the ProBox TV card Saturday in Kissimmee, Fla.  as Erickson Lubin returns with Ardreal Holmes in an IBF junior middleweight eliminator  And, much more interesting a preview of the Sunday fight in Tokyo (Sunday a.m. in U.S.) with Fernando "Puma" Martinez rematching Kazuto Ioka, for Martinez's WBA junior bantamweight title. Get all the takes and opinions on these matchups. Then, some NewsDan has more on the likely July 19th return of now 46 year old Manny Pacquiao to meet WBC welterweight titlist Mario Barrios. #WhatAreWeDoingHereDan is further reporting that Canelo-Crawford likely will be on Netflix - not PPV for Friday night Sept. 12th and explains more about it.And, they talk briefly on the announcement that Claressa Shields will defend the women's undisputed heavyweight title vs. IBF light heavy titlist Lani Daniels on July 26 at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit on DAZNNostalgiaMay 8, 2004 – 21 years ago on Thursday – Manny Pacquiao and Juan Manuel Marquez battle to a draw in the first fight of their epic four-fight series. Was for Marquez's IBF and Manny's lineal featherweight titles and Dan was there in Las Vegas.It's all part of the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.!Also, if you did not WATCH it. Go see our great recap of Diego Corrales-Jose Luis Castillo I from 20 years ago in Vegas on our Youtube page on this link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X7k-7TbU0Jo

The Boxing Show returns as Boxing News' Rob Tebbutt is joined by Sky Sports Boxing's Andy Clarke and guest co-host, former WBO cruiserweight champion Chris Billam-Smith as they review this past weekend's action. The panel assess Ryan Garcia's loss to Rolando Romero in Times Square, a muted performance from Canelo Alvarez in his win over William Scull and an electric stoppage win for Naoya Inoue over Ramon Cardenas. Boxing News: bit.ly/BoxingNewsSubscribe Follow Boxing News on Social Media: ➡️ Instagram:   / boxingnewsonline   ➡️ Twitter:   / boxingnewsed   ➡️ Facebook:   / boxingnewsonline   ➡️ TikTok:   / boxingnewsonline   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It was a CRAZY weekend of fights that thankfully saved the best for last as "The Monster" Naoya Inoue had to get off the canvas himself to rally and score a Sunday night KO. We are ready to go over his win and the upset of Ryan Garcia and a lackluster Canelo performance in Saudi Arabia on the latest "Fight Freaks Unite Recap podcast!Host T.J. Rives returns with insider Dan Rafael to go over it all.They start with Inoue's dramatics in Las Vegas defeating little known Ramon Cardenas to retain the four undisputed 122 lb. belts. WOW. What a fight and it saved a lackluster weekend. Dan and T.J. have thoughts on that and the Rafael Espinoza title win at featherweight in the co-feature.Then, they back up to recap Friday's Ring / Times Square DAZN PPVRolando Romero upsets Ryan Garcia by decision and wins his biggest fight to date. What happened to Garcia?And while Devin Haney won in 12 over Jose Ramirez, he looked shaky too. Now, he's still supposed to fight Garcia in a arematch next??Meantime, Teofimo Lopez looked solid and beat Arnold Barboza, to keep his lineal/WBO 140 lb titleThen to Saturday's Riyadh Season DAZN PPV in Saudi Arabia, as Canelo Alvarez beat William Scull and again, becomes undisputed at 168 lb. But, this was far from a great performance with Scull running all fight long. Concerns from Dan on Canelo?The guys discuss Canelo-Crawford announced for Sept.12 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. And go over the undercard with Badou Jack and Jaime Munguia winning. However a disgusting draw for heavyweight Efe Ajagba in a fight he clearly won with Martin Bakole.We have News:Anthony Joshua in Saudi Arabia says he will have elbow surgery and will be sidelined 6-8 weeks. Fury fight now significantly delayed.  And, as expected, the WBO stripped Sebastian Fundora of its junior middleweight world title on Thursday for failing to comply with its order of a mandatory defense against Xander Zayas. What's next for Zayas?Nostalgia May 5, 2007 – 18 years ago on Monday – Mayweather W12 Oscar biggest money fight in history to that point. Rafael ringside. We have taped it.  May 7, 2005 – 20 years ago Wednesday – greatest fight ever Corrales TKO10 Castillo to unify lightweight titles. Rafael ringside. Hear it all as part of the "Fight Freaks Unite Recap Podcast" and make sure to follow/subscribe on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify, etc.! 

A HUGE weekend of action to go over from NYC to Saudi Arabia and back to Las Vegas with massive names headlining and we'll go over it all on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast!"Host T.J. Rives and insider Dan Rafael are ready to mix it up and analze the rare three fight nights in a row to start the month of MayThe begin with the preview of Friday Turki Alashikh/DAZN PPV in New York's Times SquareRyan Garcia vs. Rolando Romero, for vacant WBA “regular” welterweight titleDevin Haney vs. Jose Ramirez, welterweightsTeofimo Lopez vs. Arnold Barboza, for Lopez's lineal/WBO junior welterweight title Next, in order, a preview of the Saturday Riyadh Season / DAZN PPV in Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaCanelo Alvarez vs. William Scull, 12 rounds, WBC/WBO/WBA/IBF super middleweight unificationBadou Jack vs. Noel Mikaelian, 12 rounds, for Jack's WBC cruiserweight titleBruno Surace vs. Jaime Munguia, rematch, 12 rounds, super middleweightsEfe Ajagba vs. Martin Bakole, 10 rounds, heavyweights And finally, another preview for the Sunday Top Rank/ ESPN card in Las VegasNaoya Inoue vs. Ramon Cardenas, 12 rounds, for Inoue's undisputed junior featherweight titleRafael Espinoza vs. Edward Vazquez, 12 rounds, for Espinoza's WBO featherweight title Then, some News:Change of PBC summer plans: Out Tim Tszyu-Keith Thurman and Sebastian Funora-Xander Zayas, In Fundora-Tszyu rematch, as Fundora will vacate WBO title and Zayas will fight for the vacant title. Dan goes over why?Former WBC heavyweight champ Tyson Fury posts social media video with SugarHill Steward that basically says he is ending his his retirement. We all knew that he was trying to fight Anthony Joshua this Summer all along.Meanwhile, heavyweight Jarrell Miller is out of a Fabio Wardley fight with supposed shoulder injury, Queensberry finalizing paperwork with replacement Justis Huni of Australia per Dan's reporting.And, Matchroom and DAZN make four events official: --May 28 in Yokohama, Japan, Eduardo Nunez vs. Masanori Rikiihsi, for vacant IBF junior lightweight title--May 30: Guadalajara, Mexico, Manuel Gallegos vs. Khalil Coe, rematch, light heavyweights--June 14: New York, Richardson Hitchins vs. George Kambosos, for Hitchins' IBF jr welterweight--July 19: Frisco, Texas, Jesse “Bam” Rodriguez vs. Phumelele Cafu, WBC/WBO junior bantamweight unification and Diego Pacheco vs. Trevor McCumby, super middleweights Hear it all on the "Big Fight Weekend Preview Podcast" and make sure to get all of our pod content on Apple/Spreaker/Spotify and find our video content on Youtube/Big Fight Weekend! 

In this episode, we talk about Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Conor Benn, a fun pay-per-view fight. Other reactions, Anthony Yarde-Lyndon Arthur III, Aaron McKenna defeating Liam Smith, Chris Billam-Smith edging Brandon Glanton, and more...Then, we get to this week. Ryan Garcia faces rival Rolando Romero on Friday at Times Square. The co-feature is Devin Haney vs. Jose Ramirez. If both win, Garcia and Haney could face each other at a later date. The opener is Teofimo Lopez against Arnold Barboza Jr.Then, on Saturday on DAZN PPV from Saudi Arabia, Canelo Alvarez faces William Scull. Canelo will look to become a two-time undisputed champion in the super middleweight division. Bruno Surace will rematch Jaime Munguia as the co-feature. Other good fights, heavyweight Efe Ajagba takes on Martin Bakole, Badou Jack puts his WBC cruiserweight title on the line against Noel Mikaelian, and Mexican Olympian  Marco Verde makes his pro debut. On Sunday on ESPN, Naoya Inoue will face Ramon Cardenas. Inoue will fight in the U.S.WBO featherweight titleholder Rafael Espinoza faces Edward Vazquez in a good title defense. Can Rohan Polanco become a featherweight contender? his bout against Fabian Maidana will tell us a lot. Notable undercard bouts and fighters to watch, Emiliano Vargas, Art Barrera Jr.,  and Ra'eese Aleem-Rudy Garcia.Timestamps 0:00 Chris Eubank Jr-Conor Benn13:00 undercard18:55 Ryan Garcia-Rolando Romero 24:50 Devin Haney-Jose Ramirez32:00 Teofimo Lopez-Arnold Barboza Jr39:00 Canelo-William Scull43:03 undercard51:20 Naoya Inoue-Ramon Cardenas54:00 Rafael Vazquez-Edward Vazquez56:50 undercard