The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast

Matt Christie and Alex Steedman
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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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. 13 HR AGO

    THIRD TIME LUCKY?

    Conor Benn last week announced, for the third time in two years, that he had been ‘cleared’ to fight. Is this really the end of the matter? Elsewhere, Turki Alalshikh announced his aquirement of The Ring and, if that wasn’t enough, a $20m deal for Naoya Inoue. In action was Jaron Ennis, merely going through the motions, while Keyshawn Davis showcased his limitless potential. This Week marks the anniversary of the epic opener between Riddick Bowe and Evander Holyfield. Thanks for the ongoing support, one and all. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 11m

  2. 2 DAYS AGO • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    (+) THIRD TIME LUCKY?

    (Early release for Patreon and Apple +) Conor Benn last week announced, for the third time in two years, that he had been ‘cleared’ to fight. Is this really the end of the matter? Elsewhere, Turki Alalshikh announced his aquirement of The Ring and, if that wasn’t enough, a $20m deal for Naoya Inoue. In action was Jaron Ennis, merely going through the motions, while Keyshawn Davis showcased his limitless potential. This Week marks the anniversary of the epic opener between Riddick Bowe and Evander Holyfield. Thanks for the ongoing support, one and all.

    1h 10m
  3. (+) INTRODUCING… I LOVE BOXING

    7 NOV • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    (+) INTRODUCING… I LOVE BOXING

    We warmly welcome you to another Opening Bell special series where those of us who have fallen under boxing’s hypnotic spell attempt to explain why. Each episode we will ask the same 10 questions to a special guest who is involved in the sport or is a famous fan. We had to start somewhere, though, so Matt Christie will be the first to attempt to explain his adoration for boxing… We hope you enjoy this one. All feedback welcome!

    1 hr

  4. 4 NOV

    SNAKES AND LADDERS

    With the Daniel Dubois-Anthony Joshua rematch seemingly off the table, we examine the leading contenders to take on Dubois and ponder what the future may hold for Joshua. There’s Queensberry’s deal with DAZN to discuss along with the long-term position of Frank Warren in the business after he recently admitted he had considered retirement. We also reflect on all the action from the weekend, including Shabaz Masoud’s majestic victory over Liam Davies, and there’s a special report from the amateur Under-19 World Championships. In This Week, we head back to 1989 and Sugar Ray Leonard taking on Donnie Lalonde. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 12m

  5. 4 NOV • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    (+) SNAKES AND LADDERS

    With the Daniel Dubois-Anthony Joshua rematch seemingly off the table, we examine the leading contenders to take on Dubois and ponder what the future may hold for Joshua. There’s Queensberry’s deal with DAZN to discuss along with the long-term position of Frank Warren in the business after he recently admitted he had considered retirement. We also reflect on all the action from the weekend, including Shabaz Masoud’s majestic victory over Liam Davies, and there’s a special report from the amateur Under-19 World Championships. In This Week, we head back to 1989 and Sugar Ray Leonard taking on Donnie Lalonde.

    1h 11m

  6. 30 OCT • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    (+) BOXING’S BEST… BRITISH BOXERS

    We’ve gone and done it, opened that can of worms and attempted to rate the greatest British boxers in history. Well, with the odd asterisk. Like, rather than attempting to sift through all the wonderful pioneers - who frankly could have filled the entire Top 10 - we’ve focused on those who were active post-WWII. At least then we might create the illusion that we know what we’re talking about. Will modern trailblazers like Naseem Hamed and Chris Eubank make the cut? And will there be places for old school technicians like Howard Winstone and John Conteh? Only one way to find out…

    1h 18m

  7. 29 OCT

    FURY AND USYK TEASE GREAT EXPECTATIONS

    Alex and Matt discuss the unexpected storylines emerging from the initial press conference for the December rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury. With a full training camp, a focused mind and a more unified corner, how much better can Fury be? And is it enough? Matt speaks to the British Boxing Board for more background detail on what constitutes an approved boxing glove while we reflect on another career highlight win for Jack Catterall. Is Jack ready to beat boxing’s best? This Week in history takes you back to 1984 when Edwin Rosario and Jose Luis Ramirez rematched in a short but thrilling war. Later this week there’s a bonus pod available on Patreon and Apple + where Alex and Matt analyse the best British and Irish fighters from the modern era. Subscribe now for ad free listening and bonus content like that every week for less than £5 per month. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 6m

  8. 29 OCT

    FURY AND USYK TEASE GREAT EXPECTATIONS

    Alex and Matt discuss the unexpected storylines emerging from the initial press conference for the December rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury. With a full training camp, a focused mind and a more unified corner, how much better can Fury be? And is it enough? Matt speaks to the British Boxing Board for more background detail on what constitutes an approved boxing glove while we reflect on another career highlight win for Jack Catterall. Is Jack ready to beat boxing’s best? This Week in history takes you back to 1984 when Edwin Rosario and Jose Luis Ramirez rematched in a short but thrilling war. Later this week there’s a bonus pod available on Patreon and Apple + where Alex and Matt analyse the best British and Irish fighters from the modern era. Subscribe now for ad free listening and bonus content like that every week for less than £5 per month. Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 5m
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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 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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  • Creator
    Matt Christie and Alex Steedman
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © The Opening Bell
  • Show Website
    The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast
  • Provider
    Darren Rees

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