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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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86:10

THE INCREDIBLE MR WARDLEY | WHAT NOW FOR PARKER? |...

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/10/29

Examining the bombastic rise of Fabio Wardley which has now astonishingly left Joseph Parker scrambling for breath in the rubble below.But should Parker be punished too severely for rolling the dice again? And we also wonder whether Oleksandr Usyk will really entertain a contest with Wardley at this stage of his career. It looks like we’re heading for Derek Chisora-Dillian Whyte III, yet another contest set to get the PPV debate boiling over. And in keeping with the heavyweight theme, we cruise

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74:28

RACE FOR USYK | PARKER vs WARDLEY | TKO ‘TAKEOVER’ |...

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/10/22

Joseph Parker and Fabio Wardley each risk their position in the heavyweight sweepstakes while knowing only the winner of their collision will be invited to challenge Oleksandr Usyk.Parker will rightly be the favourite but is the New Zealander’s ‘renaissance’ being overstated when one examines his recent opponents more carefully? Throw in Wardley’s astonishing will to win, alongside the potency he possesses when his punches land clean, and suddenly, the outcome widely expected might be turned on

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99:45

IN-DEPTH WITH DAVID PRICE | AUDLEY HARRISON | JARON...

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/10/15

IN-DEPTH WITH DAVID PRICE | AUDLEY HARRISON | JARON ENNISIn a searingly honest interview, Olympic medalist and former British heavyweight champion David Price reflects on his eventful career, detailing the highs of the early days and how he reset to cope with what followed. He’s taken back to 2012 and his bombastic knockout of Audley Harrison, a night when Price looked on the brink of conquering the world. Price describes exactly how he felt back then - so youthful and invincible with Tyson

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79:37

ALLEN vs MAKHMUDOV | BEN WHITTAKER | NATHANIEL COLLINS

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/10/08

MEMORABILIA FAIR THIS SATURDAY (11th October 2025) AT DICK COLLINS HALL, ROBERT STREET, LONDON, FROM 1:30PM TO 5:30PM. Has Dave Allen bitten off more than he can chew with Arslanbek Makhmudov or is the threat that awaits the British heavyweight somewhat overrated? Ben Whittaker has made the switch from Boxxer to Matchroom but can Eddie Hearn work his old magic with his current box of tricks? What does the future hold for Nathaniel Collins after narrowly failing to win the European title? And in

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66:51

STATE OF THE GAME | BOXING MEDIA | RICKY HATTON

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/10/03

In a special episode, Matt is joined by Tris Dixon as they take a deep dive into the state of boxing in 2025.Is the sport in rude health, as those currently earning handsomely from the involvement of Turki Alalshikh always suggest, or is the sport struggling in the midst of a new era? Up for discussion is the length and frequency of boxing shows, the positives and negatives of the Saudi invasion, boxing’s exposure in the outside world, and the television landscape. We’d welcome your feedback on

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69:33

TRASH TALKING

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/09/24

The countdown to Chris Eubank Jr-Conor Benn II officially began last week as the press conference, such as it was, almost immediately boiled over into chaos.Eubank’s astonishing claims painted some dreadful pictures that British boxing could have done without. And it leaves some seasoned observers preparing to watch happens next through their fingers. In far more warming fare, Alex and Matt were at the British Boxing Hall of Fame; a ceremony that reminded them what makes this sport so

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62:22

RICKY HATTON: THE ONE & ONLY

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/09/18

In a special tribute to Ricky Hatton, we reflect on the career that took him to the Hall of Fame, and the man who was adored by millions.From his early career, when the road ahead seemed neverending, to the fights that shaped a world champion who would become a British boxing legend. Through it all are personal memories of Hatton, insights into his adorable character, his wicked sense of humour, and the troubled mind behind the scenes. Our thoughts remain with his family, his myriad friends and

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87:39

BUD WISER

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/09/16

https://www.patreon.com/TheOpeningBellPodcast On Saturday night, against the mighty Canelo Alvarez, Terence Crawford exhibited superior speed, skills, and smarts as he captured an era-defining victory on the cards. It was almost like he knew what was going to happen all along. Yet it was the news on Sunday morning, that Ricky Hatton was dead, which produced the weekend’s biggest shockwaves. We will bring you a separate podcast later this week dedicated to the one and only Hatton, a ferocious

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88:05

CANELO vs. CRAWFORD

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/09/10

The superfight of the year, Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford, is almost upon us and, crikey, we leave no stone unturned while breaking down this bad boy.There’s the styles of the fighters, the physical equipment, the ages and recent form to consider. We also go in-depth on the stats to reveal some surprising facts which you won’t be able to resist sharing in the boozer to impress all your mates. There’s more to consider, too, like the future echoes of TKO’s desire for a complete takeover of

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72:26

PARKER ROLLS THE DICE

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/09/02

AD Free listening: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheOpeningBellPodcast With Joseph Parker in talks for an October showdown with Fabio Wardley, we wonder if he could be about to fall at the last hurdle in his long quest for a shot at Oleksandr Usyk. We pay tribute to the memory of Joe Bugner, the great British heavyweight who fought some of the best heavyweights in history. There’s the Canelo-Crawford undercard to discuss, too. No bogus titles, no elongated fights - but will there be value for money

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36:16

THE PROSPECT: A JOURNEY THROUGH BOXING WITH REESE...

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/08/30

We catch up again with 1-0 prospect Reese Lynch, four weeks on from his impressive debut win as a professional boxer. Throughout this series of podcasts we’ll check in regularly with the Commonwealth Gold medalist as he makes his way through this most difficult Sport. Make sure you subscribe and follow The Opening Bell to get regular updates on Reese’s career as we explore the world of boxing through the eyes and experiences of The Prospect.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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72:16

EXHIBITIONISTS

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/08/28

What does the proposed Jake Paul vs. Tank Davis ‘exhibition’ say about boxing in 2025? There isn’t another sport, at least not a major one, that could stage such a daft sideshow and it would steal the attention from the real competition to this extent. Paul himself admits he’s redesigning the boxing and it’s difficult to disagree; his fights will continue to generate significantly higher audiences than anyone else, thanks in no small part to the involvement of Netflix. Whether it really

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66:08

WHYTE OUT

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/08/20

Moses Itauma surely ended the career of war-torn Dillian Whyte with a savage first round KO. Itauma was faultless, from his movement to the shot selection and exquisite execution. The potential is seemingly limitless but, before we get too carried away and anoint Itauma as the greatest heavyweight in history, let’s apply some context. And when we do that, the truth remains that Itauma is yet to defeat a live contender. With that in mind, surely talk of him challenging Oleksandr Usyk is wildly

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55:32

MOSES AND THE RED CARPET

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/08/13

Moses Itauma has been given the red carpet treatment by his promoters, the media and fans alike so far on his boxing journey, despite having not yet encountered a legitimately ranked opponent. There are some who say it’s a magic carpet he rides, befitting the skills and talents of the next heavyweight star. Is Dillian Whyte a marked step up in class this weekend or is it perfect Frank Warren matchmaking at play again? Alex and Matt discuss this as well as the news lines and the other heavyweight

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83:30

WILL JOSHUA REALLY FIGHT JAKE PAUL?

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/08/06

Reports persist that Anthony Joshua will end his hiatus by feasting on Jake Paul. This is a ridiculous idea, surely? Though probably not as silly as the party that was staged for Daniel Dubois mere hours before he stepped in the ring to take on the formidable Oleksandr Usyk. Nor is it as troubling as plans to match Ike Ibeabuchi and Danny Williams, both 52, in what is sure to be a grisly spectacle… should it happen, of course. We also reflect on Regis Prograis’ latest outing before ending on a

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70:40

MIGHTY JOE GALLAGHER

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/07/31

Days after undergoing a huge operation, Joe Gallagher was eager to get back to the gym where he’s crafted a reputation for being one of the best trainers in the world. He didn’t quite manage that, but he did make it to The Opening Bell. In a truly inspirational interview, Gallagher explains his battle with cancer while revealing his astonishing fighting spirit. He also discusses the cruelty of social media, the progress of his stable and academy, and explains his plans for the future. Please like

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94:36

THE GIFTED ONES

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/07/22

This week’s Opening Bell celebrates two of the very best operating in boxing today in Oleksander Usyk and Bam Rodriguez.Returning to The Opening Bell is Commentator, former world champion and all round funny man Barry Jones who was ringside at Wembley watching Usyk and is Bam’s No1 fan. Barry gives us a fighter’s insight into the technical wizardry of this talented pair with thoughts on what their boxing futures look like. Thanks for your continued support, tell your friends and feel free to

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93:02

USYK-DUBOIS II

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/07/16

It’s less than two years since Oleksandr Usyk convincingly defeated Daniel Dubois - so why is everyone so excited about the rematch?We examine exactly why, the low blow from fight one and Dubois’ subsequent upturn in form, and make our picks for the Wembley Stadium showdown. Katie Taylor at last proved her superiority over Amanda Serrano, Shakur Stevenson turned up the excitement against William Zepeda and Hamzah Sheeraz, while thrashing Edgar Berlanga, signalled his arrival at

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92:28

TAYLOR-SERRANO III AND THE LURE OF VIOLENCE

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/07/09

As veterans Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano prepare to reignite their violent rivalry, Ricky Hatton announced he was coming back at the age of 46 and Tyson Fury teased his own inevitable return.We explore what makes fighters so eager to sacrifice themselves to boxing and why the sport is so difficult to walk away from. We look back on the chaotic ending to the disappointing contest between Jack Catterall and Harlem Eubank, and preview Shakur Stevenson-William Zepeda alongside Edgar

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57:46

I ❤️ BOXING WITH ELLIE SCOTNEY

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast ·

2025/07/07

In a very special episode of The Opening Bell’s I Love Boxing, we talk to Ellie Scotney about her journey into the sport, the struggles she’s faced throughout her career, and the game-changing promotional deal with Jake Paul. Scotney is in typically captivating form throughout as he expresses her opinion on drug cheats, two-minute rounds, and shares her fondness for some vintage Orlando Canizales action. We hope you enjoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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