Montero On Boxing

On episode 283 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero eats crow for his Joshua vs Usyk fight prediction. He'll be joined by guests who called the Usyk victory, and Montero will break down the historical significance of the Ukrainian's achievement. Where does Usyk rate pound for pound? Does he deserve the top spot, or is Canelo Alvarez still number one? https://youtu.be/r8qah3O-...

On episode 282 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero gives his prediction for the title fight between Anthony Joshua and Oleksandr Usyk in London. Montero also talks about his amateur fight in Atlanta, which he won by unanimous decision, the Canelo vs Plant fight going to Showtime, Crawford vs Porter being official, and more. https://youtu.be/_g3DkzIoxF4

I just wanted to take a few minutes to give a heartfelt THANK YOU to all of you for your support. Last night, there was a TON of pressure on me. But I pushed through it and got the win. It wasn't pretty, I could have fought better, but I got the W for myself, for all of you, and for my brother Anthony. I felt so much love from so many different people. Once again, I just want to show my gratitude....

On episode 281 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero catches up on two weeks of news of notes and wins by Katie Taylor, Conor Benn, Filip Hrgovic, Tony Yoka and Oscar Valdez, as well as the Triller circus show that ended with Evander Holyfield being embarrassed in Florida. Also, Montero previews his upcoming fight this Thursday, September 16. He will be headlining a charity ev...

Oscar Valdez tested positive for banned substance Phentermine but will fight tonight anyway, COVID continues to KO the fight schedule, and Michael Montero steps into the ring next Thursday, September 16 in Atlanta. BUY THE PPV FOR MIKE'S FIGHT HERE: PPV for my fight: https://wbc.vivetv.network/events/sept-2021/atlanta-corporate-fight-night/

On episode 280 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero reviews Jake Paul's split decision win over Tyron Woodley in Cleveland, Ohio, and reviews this weekend's rematch between Mauricio Lara and Josh Warrington in England. https://youtu.be/tIh46Ry0J8k

The World Boxing Association (WBA) has eliminated all of their "interim" titles. There are 10 current "interim champions" who will now become mandatory challengers tot he "regular" titleholders. Michael Montero gives his thoughts on the WBA promising to clean up their act. He also speaks on the legacy and impact of Manny Pacquiao, who may have fought his last professional bout last Saturday agains...

On episode 279 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero gives his thoughts on late replacement Yordenis Ugas beating Manny Pacquiao by unanimous decision in Las Vegas. Many are speculating that it may have been the Filipino legend's last time in the ring. Montero also previews the upcoming fight between Jake Paul and Tyron Woodley. https://youtu.be/pJmT3f9x2-8

Let's take one more look at the welterweight title fight between Manny Pacquiao and Yordenis Ugas before the opening bell. Some bookmakers have Pacquiao as high as a -430 betting favorite (Ugas +300), some have it tighter (-370 and +240). The over/under is currently at 10.5 rounds. So how should you bet? Will this fight go the distance or could there be a stoppage? Will Manny "get old" against Uga...

Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +442081036051 (UK) On episode 278 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero talks about more fight postponements, disciplinary action from the WBA, and wins by Joshua Buatsi, Joshua Franco, John Riel Casimero and Vergil Ortiz Jr. He also does a full review of the PPV card headlined by the Manny Pacquiao vs Yordenis Ugas welterweight title bout. https:...

On episode 277 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero dives into another ROBBERY in the sport. Last Saturday, in the co-main of a PBC on Fox broadcast, Gabriel Maestre scored a unanimous decision win over Mykal Fox for a third-tier WBA welterweight title. Problem is, Fox dominated Masetre throughout the fight, even dropping him in the second round... After ranting on the corrup...

On episode 276 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero catches up on the upcoming fight schedule and briefly talks Olympic boxing from Tokyo. Montero also reviews upset wins by Jonathan Rice in New Jersey and Leigh Wood in England. He also does a full review of the schedule this week, which includes fight cards on Fite TV, ESPN+ and DAZN, and takes your calls. https://youtu.be/9...

PHONES: 213-267-7787 (USA), +442081036051 (UK) Let's chop up the soap opera surrounding the stalemate between Canelo Alvarez and Caleb Plant (PBC), and where Dmitry Bivol fits into the mix. Will Alvarez fight on September 18? Or will this be the third year in a row where Canelo does not fight on the weekend of Mexican Independence Day? https://youtu.be/Jv7QO71a6bg

On episode 275 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero talks about the proposed fight between Canelo Álvarez and Caleb Plant for September 18 in Las Vegas, which would unify all the super middleweight world titles. Montero also reviews a big win by Joe Joyce in London and previews this week's schedule, which includes a PBC card on Showtime and a Matchroom card on DAZN. https://y...

On episode 274 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero gives his thoughts on the controversial draw between Jermell Charlo and Brian Castaño last Saturday night in San Antonio, Texas. Most fans and media felt that the Argentinian fighter had done enough to earn the victory in the PBC on Showtime headliner. Later, Montero previews the heavyweight match up between Joe Joyce and Ca...

Let's take one last look at the Charlo vs Castaño matchup (post weigh-in) before they go to battle tomorrow night in San Antonio, Texas. https://youtu.be/bBK4r_wAsbQ

On episode 273 of The neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero talks about Italy beating England in the Euro Cup final, the third fight between Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder being postponed due to COVID, and the Davis vs Barrios PPV card having lackluster sales. Next, Montero reviews recent wins by Chris Colbert, Timothy Tszyu, Gilberto Ramirez and Joseph Diaz Jr. Lastly, he previews th...

Tyson Fury was scheduled to face Deontay Wilder for the third time on Saturday, July 24 in Las Vegas. However, just weeks before the fight, Fury's side announced that the defending champion tested positive for COVID-19 virus, postponing the fight until October. https://youtu.be/NVdfbJw-HA4

Michael Montero goes over the differences in drug testing programs (commission testing, the WBC program, and full VADA), the latest news and notes and last-minute previews for this weekend's fights. https://youtu.be/qmt5xykpxiI

On episode 272 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero reviews wins by Vasiliy Lomachenko in Las Vegas, Gervonta Davis in Atlanta, and Julio Cesar Martinez in Mexico. Next, Montero previews the upcoming schedule. Undefeated junior lightweight prospect Chris Colbert faces Tugstsogt Nyambayar in Los Angeles on Saturday, July 3. The fight headlines a PBC on Showtime broadcast. The...

On episode 271 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero catches up on the latest news. The lightweight championship fight between Teofimo Lopez and George Kambosos has been postponed due to Lopez testing positive for COVID-19. Montero also reviews wins by Naoya Inoue, Jermall Charlo and Jaime Munguia, and upsets by Gabriel Rosado and Anderson Silva. Last, Montero previews this we...

On episode 270 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero is joined by promoter and former fighter Terri "The Boss" Moss, who runs Buckhead Fight Club in Atlanta, Georgia. On Saturday, June 19, Moss is putting on a card featuring former junior middleweight titleholder Yuri Foreman, and prospects Floyd Schofield and Abel Aparicio, all of whom join TNC 270 as well. Montero previews a...

On episode 269 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero returns after a one week hiatus. Montero reviews the latest news, including Jean Pascal testing positive for multiple PEDS, reviews recent wins by Nonito Donaire and Devin Haney, gives his thoughts on the exhibition between Floyd Mayweather and Logan Paul, and previews this week's schedule. This Saturday, Shakur Stevenson fa...

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On episode 268 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero talks about the great junior welterweight unification fight between Josh Taylor and Jose Carlos Ramirez, which the Scotsman won by unanimous decision. Also, Manny Pacquiao will be fighting Errol Spence Jr on Fox PPV August 21. This weekend, Devin Haney faces Jorge Linares on DAZN and Nordine Oubaali fights Nonito Donaire on...