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The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast

The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast

Di: 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 PatreonThe Opening Bell
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  • GOING LOCO WITH MAYWEATHER vs. GARCIA

    GOING LOCO WITH MAYWEATHER vs. GARCIA
    Nov 11 2026
    Reporting from Acapulco at the WBC Convention, Tris Dixon joins Matt Christie to discuss all things boxing, with the bizarre prospect of Ryan Garcia taking on Floyd Mayweather at the top of the menu. It's the latest in a long line of big-name comebacks but, in 2026, such fights seem more appealing – and easier to make – than at any point in boxing history. Whether Garcia-Mayweather actually happens is almost secondary to the noise it's already generating. Which begs the question: Who in boxing is supposed to stop these fights from happening? And, perhaps more importantly, does that person even exist? Elsewhere, Willy Hutchinson's victory over Joshua Buatsi has suddenly propelled him into the Canelo Alvarez conversation. A potentially life-changing opportunity for the Scot, but it's hard not to feel some sympathy for Buatsi who, like Chris Billam-Smith, now finds himself at a career crossroads. Thanks, as always, for listening. And if you enjoy the show, please help us spread the good word of The Opening Bell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    49 min
  • CANELO, CUTS, BUATSI, BENTLEY, AND BILLAM-SMITH

    CANELO, CUTS, BUATSI, BENTLEY, AND BILLAM-SMITH
    Nov 4 2026
    Canelo Alvarez is back in the winner’s circle after overcoming Christian Mbilli with a performance that offered glimpses of his brilliant best. But how much does the Mexican maestro have left, and where does he go from here? On the undercard, Rafael Espinoza’s featherweight title fight ended prematurely when ringside doctor Neil Scott ruled that Ricardo Blandon’s cut was too severe for the contest to continue. Cue criticism from the DAZN commentary team, who questioned the decision. But did they understand the true extent of the injury? We speak to Dr Scott in depth about what he saw, why he stopped the fight and the dangers that were far from obvious to those watching at home. There's also a packed weekend of boxing to look forward to, with predictions for Joshua Buatsi-Willy Hutchinson, Denzel Bentley-Shane Mosley Jnr and Chris Billam-Smith-Cheavon Clarke. Enjoy the show? Please leave us a review, spread the word on social media or, better still, support Opening Bell with a paid subscription. Go well, one and all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 ora e 8 min
  • IS CANELO THE LAST CROSSOVER STAR

    IS CANELO THE LAST CROSSOVER STAR
    Oct 29 2026
    Is boxing losing touch with the wider world? And where on earth does the sport go from here? Those are the big questions dominating this week's Opening Bell as we hand the floor to our listeners. There's an argument that boxing has become too niche, thanks largely to its ongoing reliance on paywalls and unsustainable cash injections from outsiders. With that in mind, and with barely anyone outside the boxing bubble seemingly aware that Canelo Alvarez is fighting this weekend, we examine why the sport is finding it so difficult to create genuine crossover stars. We also discuss what the future might hold for Turki Alalshikh and Sela, assess the progress of Zuffa Boxing, and consider the potential benefits of bringing back same-day weigh-ins. As always, your support and attention are greatly appreciated. Go well, folks, and we'll be back next week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    55 min
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