BTR Boxing Podcast Network

Revenge was sweet for Katie Taylor as she took a majority decision over Chantelle Cameron to become a two-weight undisputed champion and David Benavidez systematically broke down Demetrius Andrade to become the next in line for the Canelo payday! Jamie Albrecht steps in for Johnston to discuss the fights and his thoughts for all going forward! Subscribe https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/btr-bo...

A big fight weekend is upon us, as Chantelle Cameron vs Katie Taylor II & David Benavidez vs Demetrius Andrade provide the marquee bouts. Sean & Johnston discuss the rematch between Cameron & Taylor and assess whether it will be a repeat for Cameron or revenge for Taylor and if Andrade will finally reach the potential many believe he has against Benavidez who is perceived as the next challenger to...

In a weekend of lackluster performances and defining ones, Sean & Johnston discuss the action from all the major fights of the weekend which featured Shakur Stevenson, Emmanuel Navarrette, Nick Ball, Nathan Heaney, Diego Pacheco & Adam Azim. Subscribe https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/btr-boxing-podcast/id1433752118 We are also available on Player FM, Spotify, Spreaker, and many more podcastin...

After reading Thomas Hauser's article for Boxing News (link below) Sean & Johnston discuss BoxRec as a data tool for the sport and explore points made in Hauser's article about instances where fraudulent claims over fights and fighters have been made and how much of it exists in the sport. https://boxingnewsonline.net/the-noble-art-of-record-keeping-boxrecs-quest-to-police-a-crime-ridden-sport/ Su...

Henry Jackson Jr. (December 12, 1912 – October 22, 1988) was an American professional boxer and a world boxing champion who fought under the name Henry Armstrong. Henry Armstrong, a 5-foot-5½ buzzsaw, accomplished what no fighter before or since has ever been able to do -- he simultaneously held three world titles. He managed this unique feat before inflation hit boxing, back when there were only...

This weekend we have multiple fight cards happening in the US & UK, starting with Thursday evening as Shakur Stevenson & Emmanuel Navarrete are both in world title fights. On Saturday Frank Warren brings back his 'Magnificent Seven' bill to Manchester with arguably the best domestic card of the year. Also on the show, we discuss Terence Crawford being stripped of his IBF belt. Subscribe https://po...

Joe Cordina successfully defends his IBF super featherweight title against Edward Vazquez in a close and competitive contest, one which some believe was a robbery! We discuss the fight, the outcome, and how quick fans are to scream robbery in fights that are close. Also on the show, we discuss the other notable fights of the weekend, including Adrian Curiel's second-round KO of Sievenathi Nothshin...

Henry Jackson Jr. (December 12, 1912 – October 22, 1988) was an American professional boxer and a world boxing champion who fought under the name Henry Armstrong. Henry Armstrong, a 5-foot-5½ buzzsaw, accomplished what no fighter before or since has ever been able to do -- he simultaneously held three world titles. He managed this unique feat before inflation hit boxing, back when there were only...

Joe Cordina defends his IBF super featherweight title against Edward Vazquez in Monte Carlo. Sean & Johnston look at both fighter's recent form and what the possibilities are of future fights in the division. Subscribe https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/btr-boxing-podcast/id1433752118 We are also available on Player FM, Spotify, Spreaker, and many more podcasting apps Follow us at: https://twit...

Tyson Fury somehow managed to take a close points decision over Francis Ngannou after being dropped in the third round. Many believe he should have lost the bout, but the bigger issue is where does it leave the Oleksandr Usyk bout. Sean & Johnston discuss the fight and outcome along with their thoughts on the Usyk bout. Also on the show a moment of appreciation is taken for the fight of the year b...

Tyson Fury takes on Francis Ngannou in a ten-round exhibition bout in Saudi Arabia. Sean sits down to discuss the event and highlights the fights over the weekend that are ones to be watching. Johnston through the wonders of Whatsapp voice notes is able to provide his thoughts and feelings on the event. Subscribe https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/btr-boxing-podcast/id1433752118 We are also ava...

Jack Catterall outclassed and beat Jorge Linares who has now officially called it a day, but what next for Catterall? Is the rematch with Josh Taylor going to happen, and will he ever get his shot at a world title again? Sean discusses the options and also talks about Isaac Chamberlain's victory over Mikkeal Lawal for the British and Commonwealth cruiserweight titles. Subscribe https://podcasts.ap...

In this episode, Sean & Johnston discuss the four main governing bodies in the sport and try to make sense of each of the rankings across the weight categories, whilst sharing their thoughts on what would make the rankings better. Subscribe https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/btr-boxing-podcast/id1433752118 We are also available on Player FM, Spotify, Spreaker, and many more podcasting apps Foll...

After the late postponement of Buatsi v Azeez the focus is on Jack Catterall vs Jorge Linares in a high-risk, low-reward affair for Catterall who is looking to get into world title contention. How much does Linares have left and can he cause an upset, Sean and Johnston discuss the fight and other notable bouts coming up at the weekend. Subscribe https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/btr-boxing-pod...

Tommy Fury only just beat KSI in a torrid fight as part of what was a torrid event. Sean sits down and airs his feelings on Misfits and YouTuber boxing in general and asks, how much damage is it doing to the sport? Subscribe https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/btr-boxing-podcast/id1433752118 We are also available on Player FM, Spotify, Spreaker, and many more podcasting apps Follow us at: https:...

Angelo Dundee (born Angelo Mirena; August 30, 1921 – February 1, 2012) was an American boxing trainer and cornerman. Internationally known for his work with Muhammad Ali (1960–1981), he also worked with 15 other world boxing champions, including Sugar Ray Leonard, Sean Mannion, José Nápoles, George Foreman, George Scott, Jimmy Ellis, Carmen Basilio, Luis Manuel Rodríguez, and Willie Pastrano. In p...

Tommy Fury, is now a YouTube boxer as George Groves calls him, well in this episode Sean sits down and dissects the fight between KSI and Tommy Fury whilst exploring the culture of YouTube boxing and how its impact is felt. Also on the show, Sean discusses the other fights that are notable this weekend which include Tim Tzsyu defending his WBO super welterweight title. Subscribe https://podcasts.a...

Leigh Wood came back from a torrid start to stop Josh Warrington in the seventh round after Warrington seemingly dominated the fight. Sean sits down and shares his thoughts on the fight, whether the stoppage was correct and what both fighter's next moves could and should be! Subscribe https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/btr-boxing-podcast/id1433752118 We are also available on Player FM, Spotify,...

Angelo Dundee (born Angelo Mirena; August 30, 1921 – February 1, 2012) was an American boxing trainer and cornerman. Internationally known for his work with Muhammad Ali (1960–1981), he also worked with 15 other world boxing champions, including Sugar Ray Leonard, Sean Mannion, José Nápoles, George Foreman, George Scott, Jimmy Ellis, Carmen Basilio, Luis Manuel Rodríguez, and Willie Pastrano. In p...

Leigh Wood defends his WBA featherweight title against Josh Warrington in a highly anticipated all-British affair. We look back at their recent run of fights and discuss how the fight will potentially go and who will win. Subscribe https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/btr-boxing-podcast/id1433752118 We are also available on Player FM, Spotify, Spreaker, and many more podcasting apps Follow us at:...

Canelo maintained his dominance in the super middleweight division beating Jermall Charlo on points in a lacklustre affair which saw Charlo unwilling to engage. We break down the fight and the future for both men following the bout. On the show we also discuss the other notable fights from the weekend including Jai Opetaia's destruction of Jordan Thompson and Caroline Dubois becoming a world champ...

After the recent announcement of Showtime removing boxing from their schedule in 2024, we sit down to shoot the breeze on what we think it is that is killing boxing as a sport. Subscribe https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/btr-boxing-podcast/id1433752118 We are also available on Player FM, Spotify, Spreaker, and many more podcasting apps Follow us at: https://twitter.com/btrboxingpod https://www...

Saul Alvarez defends his undisputed super middleweight crown against the current undisputed super welterweight champion Jermell Charlo who moves up two weight classes to challenge Canelo. We discuss the fight and its potential along with predicting what we think will happen. Also, in the UK Jai Opetaia defends his IBF cruiserweight crown against Jordan Thompson we cover this and all the notable fi...

Emmanuel Dapidran Pacquiao aka Manny Pacquiao (born December 17, 1978) is a Filipino politician and former professional boxer.  Regarded by boxing historians as one of the greatest professional boxers of all time, Pacquiao is the only boxer in history to win twelve major world titles in eight different weight divisions.  He is also the first boxer in history to win the lineal championship in five...

Zhilei Zhang emphatically stopped Joe Joyce in the third round of their rematch causing fans to call for Joyce to retire and for Zhang vs Tyson Fury! We look back at the fight and discuss the outcome and future of both men. Also, we discuss the fact Conor Benn returned to the ring and Sandy Ryan was robbed of her big moment. Subscribe https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/btr-boxing-podcast/id1433...