Ring Champs with Ak & Barak

19:37

Benavidez vs Ramirez Prediction, Resendiz vs Munguia...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2026/04/30

Ak & Barak break down the biggest weekend in boxing. David Benavidez vs. Gerardo “Zurdo” Ramirez headlines Cinco de Mayo weekend on May 2nd in Las Vegas, and the guys make their predictions on whether Benavidez can stop the bigger, more experienced cruiserweight champion to keep his pound-for-pound run alive. Plus a deep dive on the co-main between Munguia and Resendiz, and why Resendiz might need a knockout to stay in the title picture.In the back half: the Errol Spence Jr. comeback

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43:25

Mauricio Sulaimán: Wildest Tyson Story Ever, Floyd's...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2026/04/23

WBC President Mauricio Sulaimán joins Ak & Barak to address the Terence Crawford sanctioning fee controversy head-on, Zuffa Boxing's arrival in the sport, and reveal where every dollar of WBC fees actually goes. Plus: the untold Mike Tyson taxi-driver knockout story from 1988, Bruce "Shu Shu" Carrington's emotional title win, Ryan Garcia's WBC reinstatement, Shakur Stevenson's all-time great case, Mauricio's real relationship with Turki Alalshikh, and the Avni Yildirim mandatory saga that

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41:05

Big Daddy Kane: Putting Jay-Z On, Tupac & Biggie, and...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2026/04/14

Brooklyn legend and hip hop icon Big Daddy Kane joins Ak & Barak on RING CHAMPS for one of the most legendary conversations yet. Kane opens up about helping put on a young Jay-Z, taking him on tour as his opening act, and why he believes we never would have gotten Reasonable Doubt if Jay had blown up with his original fast-rap style. He shares the story of touring with Tupac back when Pac was still a dancer for Digital Underground, the night Mister Cee kept telling him Biggie sounded just like

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51:06

Hamzah Sheeraz: “I Almost Quit Boxing” - Untold...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2026/04/02

Hamzah Sheeraz sits down with Ak and Barak at the Fightin Blue in Las Vegas for a no-holds-barred conversation about his rise from fixing sockets in Eden Hazard’s apartment to becoming one of boxing’s most dangerous fighters at 168 pounds. Sheeraz opens up about his father being in and out of prison, dropping out of school at 16, almost walking away from boxing to be an electrician, and the moment of desire that pulled him back. Within six weeks of returning to the gym, Frank Warren

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75:21

Caleb Plant Says He’d Fight Berlanga & Sheeraz,...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2026/03/19

Former two-time super middleweight champion Caleb Plant sits down with Ak & Barak at the Fontainebleau in Las Vegas for one of the most personal conversations in Ring Champs history. Caleb opens up about the real story behind his Revenge Tour fashion brand, his journey from childhood poverty and being an outsider as a white fighter in amateur boxing, to winning a world title and silencing every doubter. He reveals the untold backstory of his iconic Anthony Dirrell KO celebration and breaks down

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73:59

Caleb Plant & Sibley Scoles Join ATS Fight, Thurman...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2026/03/12

Las Vegas to deliver an expert breakdown of the upcoming Keith Thurman vs. Sebastian Fundora showdown, covering keys to victory, predictions, and what an Errol Spence comeback could mean for the 154-lb division.Then meet Sibley Scoles, another welcomed addition to the ATS FIGHT family. From growing up in the Bay Area to chasing a rap career in London, getting discovered for Revolt TV while broke, building a decade at E! News and Access Hollywood, and walking away from it all to pursue sports

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55:41

Jai Opetaia on David Benavidez, Undisputed Goals &...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2026/03/05

IBF & Lineal cruiserweight champion Jai Opetaia sits down with Ak & Barak to break down his face-to-face encounter with David Benavidez in Las Vegas, his plans to become undisputed before moving to heavyweight permanently, and what it’s like preparing for Zuffa Boxing’s first-ever marquee fight on Sunday, March 8th. Jai also reveals his “Frankenstein” approach to building his fighting style — studying Crawford’s pocket work, Usyk’s footwork, and

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91:57

Keyshawn Davis Opens Up on Depression, Fatherhood &...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2026/02/26

Keyshawn Davis sits down on RING CHAMPS for a wide-ranging conversation about the turning point he calls “BJ (Before June)” and how faith, fatherhood, and discipline reshaped his life inside and outside the ring.He breaks down mental health, the moments that changed his relationship with his father, and why he believes boxing’s biggest names avoid “gritty” matchups.Plus, Keyshawn talks Devin Haney, Richardson Hitchins, and what it will take to get the fights fans

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65:27

Bruce ‘Shu Shu’ Carrington: Untold Foster Care Story,...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2026/02/19

In his first sit-down since capturing the WBC Featherweight World Championship, Bruce ‘Shu Shu’ Carrington joins Ring Champs for an emotional, unfiltered conversation. Bruce fires back at Teofimo Lopez’s viral “geek” comments, gives insider details on the Tiger Johnson and Haney altercation, and delivers bold pound-for-pound rankings. The new champ also reveals for the first time that he spent time in foster care as an infant — a story he’s never shared

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64:17

Conor Benn: ‘I Almost Ended My Life’ — Sobriety,...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2026/02/12

Conor Benn returns to Ring Champs for his most raw and honest interview yet. The British boxing star reveals his darkest moments — from contemplating suicide during his two-year suspension to going broke fighting his legal battle — and how 17 months of sobriety transformed his life. Benn opens up about his $100 million career goal, why he confronted Shakur Stevenson in the ring at Madison Square Garden, and drops a SCORCHING take on Tank Davis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy

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46:00

Derek Chisora’s Last Fight, Jarrell Miller’s Next...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2026/02/05

Ak & Barak sit down with heavyweight warrior Derek Chisora ahead of his 50th fight to talk retirement, family, fitness, and why boxing is a “scumbag sport.” Chisora opens up about his wife and kids, sparring philosophy, and whether this really will be his last time in the ring against Deontay Wilder. Jarrell “Big Baby” Miller joins the couch to break down Chisora vs. Wilder, reflect on his own comeback, and laugh off the viral hair piece moment. From Usyk calling Chisora

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46:18

Teofimo Lopez on Shakur Beef, Bringing Crawford Back...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2026/01/29

Teofimo Lopez pulls no punches in this explosive interview just days before his showdown with Shakur Stevenson at Madison Square Garden. The multi-division champion opens up about why Devin Haney “didn’t have motion” for their potential fight, calls Tank Davis the modern-day Mike Tyson, and reveals the deep-rooted beef from his amateur days when Shakur’s crew treated him like “the geek” and “a loser.” Teofimo gets brutally honest financial debt, and

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49:34

Richardson Hitchins: Turning Down $2M Keyshawn Davis...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2026/01/22

Richardson Hitchins returns to RING CHAMPS and holds nothing back. He reveals the truth about his fallout with Tank Davis over a chain controversy, explains why Devin Haney’s claims about a $2 million Keyshawn Davis offer are false, and opens up about Shakur Stevenson. Hitchins also discusses his upcoming February 21st fight against Oscar Duarte, why he’s moving up to 147, and his thoughts on the biggest fights in boxing today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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38:30

Kenny Bayless on Refereeing Mayweather vs Pacquiao,...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2026/01/16

Hall of Fame referee Kenny Bayless sits down with Ak & Roy Jones Jr. to share untold stories from inside the ring. From breaking down Tank Davis’ controversial knee against Roach to revealing the exact rule that should have been called, Bayless doesn’t hold back. He recalls the atmosphere of Mayweather vs. Pacquiao, the payday that changed refereeing forever, and the unforgettable chaos of Ricky Hatton’s knockout. Along the way, Bayless opens up about getting punched by

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42:41

Boxing’s Biggest Fights of 2026: Teofimo vs Shakur,...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2026/01/08

2026 is shaping up as one of boxing’s most stacked years in recent memory, and Ak & Barak got you covered! Teofimo Lopez vs. Shakur Stevenson on January 31 at Madison Square Garden, David Benavidez moving up to cruiserweight against Zurdo Ramirez in May, and potential dream matchups like Naoya Inoue vs. Bam Rodriguez. Ryan Garcia is also set for a comeback, making this year a true revival for the sport.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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59:25

Claressa Shields Talks Multi‑Million Dollar Move,...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2025/11/19

Claressa Shields joins Ak & Barak on the newest episode of RING CHAMPS to talk her groundbreaking , $8 million dollar deal, what’s next in her historic career, and how she got here. The GWOAT also reveals that she’s re‑signed with longtime promoter Salita Promotions, and is incorporating Wynn Records, continuing the partnership that’s helped shape her rise as one of boxing’s biggest stars. Don’t miss this candid conversation about legacy, business moves, and the

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30:46

Christy Martin Broke Every Barrier in Boxing — Now...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2025/11/06

Christy Martin shattered expectations and redefined what was possible for women in the ring. In this powerful episode of RING CHAMPS, she joins Ak Reyes and Roy Jones Jr to reflect on her trailblazing career, and the upcoming biopic starring Sydney Sweeney that brings her story to Hollywood. 0:00: Intro – Christy Martin joins AK & Roy at Hall of Fame weekend0:36: Christy’s early gym story & breaking barriers1:46: Meeting Don King6:01: Women’s boxing then vs. now7:41:

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23:30

O’Shaquie Foster vs Everybody: Fulton's 'Disrespect',...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2025/10/30

O’Shaquie Foster steps into the spotlight with a chip on his shoulder and fire in his voice. From the tension with Stephen Fulton to the lingering beef with Shakur Stevenson, Foster opens up about the battles outside the ring and the ones that shaped him long before the cameras rolled. This episode dives deep into grit, pride, and the fight for respect.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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44:33

Lamont Roach Talks Tank Rematch Drama, Pitbull Cruz...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2025/10/16

Lamont Roach Jr. joins Ak & Barak on the newest edition of RING CHAMPS to break down why the Tank Davis rematch fell apart, and how Davis choosing Jake Paul over him speaks volumes. Roach also previews his upcoming war with Pitbull Cruz and what fans should expect in December. Plus, is a Shakur Stevenson fight on the horizon? 00:00 - Intro00:42 - Roach on Tank Fight & Proving Doubters Wrong01:38 - Why Did Tank Take a Knee?02:51 - Did Tank Hurt Roach?03:56 - Hardest Puncher Roach Has

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50:18

David Benavidez is DONE at 168, Why The Canelo Fight...

Ring Champs with Ak & Barak ·

2025/10/08

The dream matchup between David Benavidez and Canelo is dead, and it’s not just about timing. Benavidez tells all on why he’s done at 168, his thoughts on Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis, when he expects to retire from the game and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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