5 Live Boxing with Steve Bunce BBC Radio 5 Live
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Discussion, analysis and the latest news from big fight nights and the world of boxing, featuring special guests.
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The undisputed heavyweight champion of the world
George Groves joins Buncey to reflect on a historic night in Riyadh. They discuss how Oleksandr Usyk was just too good on the night for Tyson Fury as he became the undisputed heavyweight world champion. They hear from Fury’s promoter Frank Warren, Usyk’s manager Alex Krassyuk and they also speak to Matchroom boss Eddie Hearn and British heavyweight Derek Chisora.
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Fury v Usyk: The weigh-in
Richie Woodhall joins Buncey to discuss where the fight could be won or lost on Saturday. They chat about what happened at the weigh-in and how the pair had to be separated by security. Lennox Lewis is also on the pod to talk about his memories of becoming undisputed and tells us how he thinks Saturday night will pan out.
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Fury v Usyk: The Press Conference
Carl Frampton joins Buncey to reflect on events at the press conference. We also hear from Olympic bronze medallist Frazer Clarke and the former unified light-welterweight world champion Amir Khan.
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Fury v Usyk: The Public Workout
Buncey is joined by Barry Jones after seeing both boxers at the public workout. They discuss what they have learnt about the pair from seeing them in the ring. We also hear from Fury’s trainer SugarHill Steward and his US promoter Bob Arum.
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Fury v Usyk: Frank Warren Special
Buncey sits down with Tyson Fury’s promoter Frank Warren. He tells us how the relationship came about, what it’s like working with the Gypsy King and what he thinks will happen on Saturday night.
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Fury v Usyk: Fight Week Begins
Buncey is joined by Barry Jones as we kick off fight week in Riyadh. Having been with both fighters today, Buncey tells us what he learnt about the pair. We hear about the scuffle that involved John Fury and a member of Usyk’s team. And they cast their eye over some of the other fights on the card.