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PODCAST

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast

Matt Christie and Alex Steedman

Every Thursday Matt Christie and Alex Steedman look at the latest boxing news headlines, review and preview the big fights and speak to the many fascinating characters who make boxing what it is. Want to get in touch? TheOpeningBellPodcast@Gmail.com Follow on X Matt = @MattCBoxingNews Alex: @alexsteedman Please follow, subscribe and leave us a review. Get bonus content on Patreon

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1:09:45

OFFICIAL COMPLAINT

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/03/06

The two biggest talking points of the weekend were triggered by the decisions of referees - Steve Willis to deny Lamont Roach a knockdown and Marcus McDonnell to disqualify Paddy Donovan.But were they right calls? The fights, that saw Lewis Crocker win in bizarre circumstances and Gervonta Davis snatch a draw, are also broken down.We brace ourselves as the build-up to Chris Eubank Jnr-Conor Benn begins and, in This Week, we go back to 2007 and Kevin Mitchell winning a British humdinger.Please

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1:03:08

THE EQUALISER

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/02/27

Dmitry Bivol gained revenge over Artur Beterbiev following another close and high quality encounter. Did the right man win this time? We also wonder if in fights like these judges should be encouraged to score rounds level if they’re struggling to find favour.We look at each of the undercard fights in detail with gushing praise for both Callum Smith and Joshua Buatsi in particular.There’s also time for a look ahead to next weekend when Gervonta Davis takes on Lamont Roach and, in Belfast, Paddy

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36:46

BIVOL-BETERBIEV: PENULTIMATE CRESCENDO

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/02/23

In a bonus free-for-all reaction pod we look back on the Dmitry Bivol-Artur Beterbiev card and a rivalry that may always feel like unfinished business.There were talking points galore elsewhere, too. From the titanic clash between Callum Smith and Joshua Buatsi to Martin Bakole’s dramatic fall, via Hamzah Sheeraz stealing a draw and is Agit Kabayel coming the fore, we discuss them all.Please enjoy, share, and spread the good word of The Opening Bell. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See

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1:06:34

JACK & THE BEANSTALK

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/02/20

AD FREE LISTENING + EARLY RELEASES + BONUS CONTENT + MORE: https://www.patreon.com/TheOpeningBellPodcastMatt and Alex reflect on Jack Catterall’s loss to Arnold Barboza on Saturday which dented his immediate hopes of a world title challenge while handing the magic beans to Barbosa on his climb to the top.It was a weekend for upsets and progress with Reece Bellotti, Jazza Dickens, Pat McCormack and Keyshawn Davis all starring.Where Top Rank’s boxing stars of tomorrow will be showcased is up for

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5:00

STRENGTH IN DEPTH (BONUS)

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/02/19

Support the podcast on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/TheOpeningBellPodcast (It takes 90 seconds to sign up and you can cancel at any time). AD Free listening ✅Bonus content ✅Early access to the main podcast ✅Community chat group ✅Entire back catalogue of bonus content ✅ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:33

BETERBIEV, BIVOL, DUBOIS, PARKER BUMPER WEEK

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/02/17

Have you ever enjoyed any of our episodes? If the answer is YES please become a supporter of the podcast, you can cancel at any time: https://www.patreon.com/TheOpeningBellPodcast or if you listen on apple podcast please upgrade your subscription there, again you can cancel at any time. 4 x podcasts coming this week for supporters of the podcast. Thank you. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:07:01

THE END IS NEAR

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/02/13

Derek Chisora scored another win, collected more bruises, handed out more burgers, and now he prepares to face the final curtain.We examine Del Boy’s victory over Otto Wallin, his recent form, and ponder what awaits in fight number 50.Elsewhere, Canelo signed a four-fight deal with Turki Alalshikh in what might signal the Mexican winding down his career with one last lucrative deal. But is William Scull a better opponent than Jake Paul?In This Week we take in some astonishing violence as Richie

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1:05:48

ACE AZIM, BRILLIANT BENAVIDEZ

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/02/06

Adam Azim and David Benavidez notched the finest wins of their careers last weekend and, with feet on the ground and context at hand, we examine the performances of each. What’s next, ideally, for both fighters?We review the subject of post-fight pandemonium, briefly ponder the likelihood of PEDs being rife among the elite and journey back in time.We land in 1989 when Lloyd Honeyghan and Marlon Starling were the premier welterweights and Mike Tyson grew tired of Harry Carpenter. Get bonus content on

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1:10:48

MONSTER MASH

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/01/30

Early listening, AD Free content and more: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheOpeningBellPodcastNaoya Inoue was back in devastating form and typically thrilling to witness but should his scrap with Ye Joon Kim have been a non-title fight?Teofimo Lopez has changed trainers - could a move to Eddy Reynoso’s gym lead to more consistency in battle?The development of Diego Pacheco is in focus and, in This Week, we take a hike back to 1973 and a terrific all-Scottish tussle between Ken Buchanan and Jim Watt. Get

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56:32

THE DRUGS DO WORK

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/01/23

Ryan Garcia, among others, is heading into the most lucrative period of his career following a failed test. What a message that projects…Naoya Inoue is back but what price the upset in Japan? Diego Pacheco heads into what might be the hardest fight of his career and there might be a hidden gem on the Dalton Smith bill.And in This Week, it’s time to bask in some insane Ricardo Mayorga memories. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:09:16

FURY RETIRES, EUBANK-BENN ON

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/01/15

Two days after Anthony Joshua declared that Tyson Fury was his priority for 2025, Fury announced his retirement. This is nothing new for the ‘Gypsy King’ - so are we to take him seriously this time?As we come to terms with the possibility of one British blockbuster not occurring, another - Chris Eubank Jr versus Conor Benn - is all but confirmed.In This Week, we strap in and head back to 1985, when Colin Jones was forced to endure what a peak Donald Curry felt like. Get bonus content on Patreon

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1:02:24

HOPES AND DREAMS

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/01/09

The Opening Bell kicks off its 2025 campaign with a look ahead to what we can expect in the boxing world over the coming months.The bill in Sheffield, featuring Callum Simpson and Caroline Dubois, is previewed, we reflect on the heavyweight movers and shakers, ponder what might be next for Conor Benn and name our one wish for the boxing year ahead.In This Week, we venture back to 2006 and a cruiserweight rip-roarer between O’Neill Bell and Jean Marc Mormeck.For anyone wishing to help out Ringside

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1:31:08

🥊 2024 Review

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/01/03

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: 2024 Boxing with Alex Steedman. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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38:56

USYK BEATS FURY AGAIN

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2024/12/22

https://www.patreon.com/c/TheOpeningBellPodcastFollowing another absorbing, high-end heavyweight battle we examine the performances of Oleksandr Usyk, Tyson Fury, and the scorecards which ruled the Ukrainian a handsome winner.Usyk officially cemented his place in history - but is Fury right to feel aggrieved that the judges went against him?What’s next for Usyk and is there really any mileage in a third fight?And is there anything that Fury could have done differently at this stage of his career?As

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40:24

Usyk v Fury: The Last Word with Barry Jones

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2024/12/20

https://www.patreon.com/c/TheOpeningBellPodcastIn the final preview pod of Usyk v Fury, the rematch, we check in with DAZN pundit and commentator Barry Jones with his take on fight week from Saudi. Have there been an clues or red herrings? Can we expect the unexpected from Fury? Will it be more of the fantastic same from the first fight? All this and more in our final preview pod.And don’t forget to download our big fight reaction pod with Alex and Matt on Sunday. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted

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53:15

BONUS: USYK-FURY II: WHO WINS?

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2024/12/19

With mere days to go before Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury go into battle again, we dissect every facet of the rematch and name the winner.Alongside analysis of their first scrap, we explore the psychology of both fighters, their form in rematches and their behaviour in fight week.Before all of that, we explore the potential for controversy, which might have been heightened following the emergence of a curious conflict of interest regarding one of the officials.Keep listening, subscribing and

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34:48

USYK GREATEST HITS

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2024/12/18

https://www.patreon.com/c/TheOpeningBellPodcastWe’re spoilt for choice while compiling the best of Oleksandr Usyk as he journeys into a rematch with Tyson Fury.His performance in the first fight is a contender for top spot, so too his wins over Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois.Fear not, his dominance at cruiserweight is not forgotten either.How would you rank his greatest hits? Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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34:48

BEST OF TYSON FURY

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2024/12/17

https://www.patreon.com/c/TheOpeningBellPodcastIn a special episode we look back on the career of Tyson Fury and rank his finest performances.There’s the three Deontay Wilder fights jostling for position, the toppling of Wladimir Klitschko, the domestic beatdowns of Derek Chisora and Dillian Whyte, and that first encounter with Oleksandr Usyk.What will come out on top? Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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59:20

FROM MIAMI TO RIYADH

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2024/12/16

https://www.patreon.com/TheOpeningBellPodcastAs we prepare to kick off a huge fight week that will lead us to the rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury, we’re in Miami reporting from the WBA convention.There’s a stunning upset involving Jaime Munguia to dissect, the performances of Tasha Jonas and Lauren Price to admire, and a bizarre brawl at heavyweight to reflect upon.In This Week, we go back to the exact moment in history when Matthew Saad Muhammad was stripped of his superpowers.Thanks

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1:08:28

CANELO v CRAWFORD

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2024/12/12

https://www.patreon.com/TheOpeningBellPodcastAs the boxing year draws to a close, rumours are again rife that two of the biggest stars - Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford - will collide in a superfight in 2025.We also discuss what’s really happening, down here in reality. There were wins for Denzel Bentley, Richardson Hitchins and Emanuel Navarrete again exhibited his curious yet suffocating effectiveness.Natasha Jonas and Lauren Price return on the same week that, 16 years ago, Carl Froch

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