Episodes

  • MOSES AND THE RED CARPET

    MOSES AND THE RED CARPET
    Aug 13 2025
    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 fight on the Saudi bill as David Adeleye steps up against Filip Hrgovic. Also on the card is Nick Ball, the fearsome featherweight who would’ve made a mouthwatering opponent for the 1980’s fizzbang Jeff Fenech who is remembered in our weekly archive reflection in This Week. Thanks for listening, spread the word and please, if you can, support the pod courtesy of Patreon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    56 mins
  • WILL JOSHUA REALLY FIGHT JAKE PAUL?

    WILL JOSHUA REALLY FIGHT JAKE PAUL?
    Aug 6 2025
    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 high: A peak Hector Camacho trouncing the excellent Jose Luis Ramirez triggers stories aplenty about one of the most colourful characters of 1980’s boxing. It’s Macho time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • MIGHTY JOE GALLAGHER

    MIGHTY JOE GALLAGHER
    Jul 31 2025
    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 and share this one - it deserves to be heard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • THE GIFTED ONES

    THE GIFTED ONES
    Jul 22 2025
    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 push sponsors our way. Go well. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • USYK-DUBOIS II

    USYK-DUBOIS II
    Jul 16 2025
    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 super-middleweight. The issue of drugs in boxing yet again threatens to boil over and, in This Week, we go back to 2011 and a barnburner between Kevin Mitchell and John Murray. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • TAYLOR-SERRANO III AND THE LURE OF VIOLENCE

    TAYLOR-SERRANO III AND THE LURE OF VIOLENCE
    Jul 9 2025
    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 Berlanga-Hamzah Sheeraz. In This Week, we go back to 1980’s Fight of the Year which saw Matthew Saad Muhammad craft yet another miracle against Yaqui Lopez. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • I ❤️ BOXING WITH ELLIE SCOTNEY

    I ❤️ BOXING WITH ELLIE SCOTNEY
    Jul 7 2025
    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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    58 mins
  • IS JAKE PAUL WORLD CLASS?

    IS JAKE PAUL WORLD CLASS?
    Jul 1 2025
    Jake Paul has gatecrashed the world rankings on the strength of victories over two men with a combined age of 97. What’s all that about? September 20 has been confirmed as the date for the rematch between Chris Eubank Jr and Conor Benn. We just about got out of the first one unscathed - but might there be trouble ahead? Chris’ cousin, Harlem Eubank, leaps up in class this weekend when he takes on Jack Catterall. On paper, Catterall looks like a worthy favourite but a case for the upset can be made. At heavyweight, Deontay Wilder is back. But there appears an awfully long way still to go. And finally, best for last. In This Week we go back to a fateful night in Liverpool when Tony Thompson beat David Price for the second time. The Steed unleashed a commentary masterclass that night and conducted two unforgettable post-fight interviews. Simply unmissable reflections. Enjoy and spread the good word of The Opening Bell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 31 mins