5 Live Boxing with Steve Bunce

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Discussion, analysis and the latest news from big fight nights and the world of boxing, featuring special guests. New episodes every Monday, get in touch with the pod via 5 Live Sport on social media and remember to share your ratings and reviews.

1D AGO

Michael's Mile

Buncey joins Michael Watson as he walks a mile through the streets of London to raise money for charity. Back in 1991, during his fight with Chris Eubank, Watson was caught by a brutal uppercut and collapsed soon after the bout. He spent 40 days in a coma. Surrounded by friends and family as he made his way up The Mall, Buncey chats to Watson himself, as well as Chris Eubank, who reflects on that fateful night and shares his concerns about his son’s upcoming bout with Conor Benn. We also hear from Watson’s neurosurgeon, Peter Hamlyn, his lawyer, Michael Toohig, and the many supporters who turned out to walk alongside their friend.

31 min
4D AGO

An Audience with Uncle Bob

Legendary promoter Bob Arum joins Buncey to reflect on his remarkable 70-year journey in boxing. From working with Muhammad Ali to guiding Tyson Fury, he shares some of his most treasured memories from a lifetime in the sport.

34 min
APR 7

Where next for Joe Joyce?

After suffering four losses in his last five bouts, what lies ahead for Joe Joyce? Barry Jones joins Buncey to debate that very question following his unanimous decision loss to Filip Hrgovic. We hear from both fighters, with Joyce making it clear he's not ready to retire just yet. Promoter Frank Warren also joins the pod, revealing he plans to have a serious conversation with Joyce about what comes next. Plus, we catch up with David Adeleye following his controversial win to claim the vacant British title, and Delicious Orie drops in after successfully navigating his first four-round fight as a professional.

45 min
MAR 30

Mikaela Mayer, Sandy Ryan and Two Best Friends

After Mikaela Mayer successfully retained her WBO welterweight belt against Sandy Ryan in Las Vegas on Saturday, Buncey chats to all those involved in the fight at the Fontainebleau. He catches up with a very dejected Sandy Ryan, who is left pondering her future. As for Mayer, could a showdown with Lauren Price for all the belts be next for her? We also hear from Top Rank’s Todd duBoef and Matchroom’s Frank Smith, who run through the options now for both fighters. Plus, with Frank Warren’s Queensberry kicking off its new TV partnership this weekend, both Warren and Eddie Hearn tell us why having the UK’s two biggest promoters on the same platform is a game-changer for the sport.

39 min
MAR 28

Red Paint, Bad Blood and Katie Taylor

Buncey is in Las Vegas for the highly anticipated rematch between Sandy Ryan and Mikaela Mayer, who claimed victory in their first bout via majority decision. That initial fight was clouded by controversy when Ryan had red paint thrown on her as she left her hotel en route to the arena. Buncey catches up with both fighters and Ryan's promoter, Frank Smith. He also sits down with Katie Taylor as she gears up for her trilogy bout against Amanda Serrano. Plus, ESPN's Crystina Poncher joins the pod to share her take on what promises to be a very close fight.

33 min
MAR 24

In Conversation with Andy Lee

Andy Lee has become one of the most sought-after trainers in boxing. The former Olympian and world champion joins Buncey to reflect on his journey from the early days as a talented amateur to reaching the pinnacle of the sport, and now earning a reputation as one of the game’s top trainers. They trace his path from the storied Repton Boxing Club in Bethnal Green, to training under the legendary Emmanuel Steward at Detroit’s iconic Kronk Gym, capturing a world title, and now guiding the careers of fighters like Joseph Parker, Ben Whittaker, and Paddy Donovan.

52 min
MAR 23

Farewell to Foreman and Hart

As the boxing world mourns the loss of Colin Hart and George Foreman, Buncey revisits a special episode of the pod he recorded last year, marking the 50th anniversary of the iconic Rumble in the Jungle. In it, he sat down with Colin to relive his vivid memories of that unforgettable night in Kinshasa, when he was ringside to witness Muhammad Ali knock out Foreman and reclaim the world heavyweight title.

41 min
MAR 22

Remembering George Foreman: The Rumble in the Jungle

As we pay tribute to George Foreman after his death at the age of 76, Mike Costello and Steve Bunce look back on the most famous fight of them all: Muhammad Ali v George Foreman, Zaire 1974 in the Rumble in the Jungle. Episode first released in 2019.

44 min

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114 Ratings

A KO of a Show

08/01/2024

Whatusaymark

As someone who is getting back into boxing in recent months, I find this podcast to be my favorite so far that covers the sweet science. I may not be a Brit, but I love the camaraderie that Steve and his guests and co-hosts have. I think my favorite interview he’s done so far was with Skye Nicolson, easily one of my favorite fighters. Not to mention the outstanding limited series he did with Lennox Lewis about Don King. Highly recommended and a must listen on my podcast rotation each week.
Incredibly biased

Mar 17

TShaneRogers

The blatant favoritism for British fighters is hilarious. "Nick Ball is better than Naoya Inoue" lolololololol
Boxing legends

03/27/2024

Flying1901

Barry Jones and Buncey are true boxing legends. Both men speak their truth, they do not take the knee to anyone. They speak with honesty one minute and can be hilarious the next minute. Keep up the outstanding work boys Mike Hills
The Undisputed Champions of Podcasting

03/07/2024

Mikehillslasveg

Good to see Barry Jones with Buncey again! Poor boxing heaven

Discussion, analysis and the latest news from big fight nights and the world of boxing, featuring special guests. New episodes every Monday, get in touch with the pod via 5 Live Sport on social media and remember to share your ratings and reviews.