Big Dog Lukie Boxing Podcast

In this episode, we dive into Tim Tszyu's stunning third-round knockout loss to Bakhram Murtazaliev. Is Tszyu's championship journey coming to an end, or does he have one last comeback in him? We break down the fight, where Tszyu was dropped four times, and discuss whether his brutal war with Sebastian Fundora left lasting damage.

We also talk about Murtazaliev’s rise—who's next for him? A bout with Terence Crawford or Vergil Ortiz would be electric. Plus, check out our thoughts on the undercard, including Yoenis Tellez’s impressive stoppage and a wild middleweight opener that ended in a draw.
In this episode, we break down Yoenis Tellez’s impressive seventh-round stoppage of Johan Gonzalez. Tellez, trained by Ronnie Shields, showed patience before closing the show, calling out Xander Zayas afterward. Could he be ready for a title shot soon?

We also recap the action-packed opener between Endry Saavedra and Cesar Mateo Tapia, a wild brawl that ended in a draw despite Saavedra dropping Tapia three times. Plus, we touch on William Scull's win to claim the IBF super middleweight title and Omar Salcido’s dominant TKO of Chris Colbert.

Don't miss this week’s preview of upcoming fights, including Jack Catterall vs. Regis Prograis.

Timestamps
0:00 Bakhram Murtazaliev stops Tim Tszyu
25:30 Yoenis Tellez stops Johan Gonzalez
30:30 Cesar Mateo Tapia vs Endry Saavedra
36:25  William Scull defeats Vladimir Shishkin to win the IBF super middleweight title
43:00 Regis Prograis-Jack Catterall
55:03 Adam Azim and British boxing results
57:20 Chris Colbert gets stopped by Omar Salcido
01:04:56 Other fights

Join us for a deep dive into the world of boxing on our live show, where we analyze the major matchups and headline-grabbing events from across the globe, as Lukie and Dakota ramble on.

First, we discuss Artur Beterbiev’s controversial victory over Dmitry Bivol to become the undisputed light heavyweight champion. The fight was a tactical masterclass but left fans divided, with some comparing it to classic bouts like Leonard vs. Hagler, while others felt it lacked the thrill of an all-out war. Did it live up to the hype, or will this bout be more debated than celebrated?

We also look ahead to junior middleweight Tim Tszyu’s highly anticipated title fight this Saturday, live on Amazon Prime, where he looks to cement his place among the world’s top junior middleweights. Will Tszyu continue his rise, or will his opponent and IBF titleholder Bakhram Murtazaliev, spoil the party?

In addition, we highlight Fabio Wardley’s explosive first-round knockout of Frazer Clarke, which sent shockwaves through the heavyweight division. With talks of Wardley taking on names like Otto Wallin or Jamaine Franklin, is he destined for a major title shot soon?

Chris Eubank Jr.'s knockout win over Kamil Szeremeta and his escalating feud with Conor Benn is another hot topic. Is this grudge match the next big showdown in British boxing, or just another flashy sequel in the making?

Next, we cover the ongoing rise of Ben Whittaker, who faced unexpected adversity against Liam Cameron, ending in a technical draw after a dramatic tumble over the ropes. Will Whittaker bounce back stronger, or is this a sign of more challenges ahead?

We then shift focus to Japan's thriving boxing scene, where major upsets and knockouts stole the spotlight. Masamichi Yabuki’s stunning knockout of Sivenathi Nontshinga for the IBF junior flyweight title and Seiya Tsutsumi’s upset win over Takuma Inoue are just some of the highlights. Plus, Kenshiro Teraji’s 11th-round KO of Cristofer Rosales showcased his all-action style, while Junto Nakatani’s dominant win solidified his status as Japan’s next rising star.

Join us as we break down all these fights and more, offering expert analysis, predictions, and debates on the biggest moments in boxing. Don’t miss out on the hottest discussions in the sport!

Timestamps
0:00 Artur Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol
21:00 DAZN and ESPN+ undercard stuff
23:50 Fabio Wardley stops Frazer Clarke
26:50 Chris Eubank Jr-Conor Benn
32:00 Ben Whittaker-Liam Cameron
34:50 Skye Nicolson-Raven Chapman
36:00 Japan Results
39:00 Junto Nakatani
41:10 Top-5 fighters
47:00 Tim Tszyu-Bakhram Murtazaliev
51:30 undercard
53:30 Adam Azim-Ohara Davies
55:00 William Scull-Vladimir Shishkin

In this show, we talk about undisputed light heavyweight bout between three-belt titleholder Artur Beterbiev and WBA titleholder Dmitry Bivol that takes place on ESPN+ from Saudi Arabia.

The undercard broadcast on DAZN, well, it isn't great it features the following bouts...

Middleweight - Chris Eubank Jr. vs. Kamil Szeremeta

Heavyweight - Fabio Wardley vs. Frazer Clarke

Cruiserweight - Jai Opetaia vs. Jack Massey

Light heavyweight - Ben Whittaker vs. Liam Cameron

Women's featherweight title bout - Skye Nicolson vs. Raven Chapman

We also talk about Janibek Alimkhanuly who stopped Andrei Mikhailovich, and WBA featherweight titlist Nick Ball's stoppage win over Ronny Rios.

Timestamps
0:00 Intro
0:30 David Benavidez vs. David Morrell
3:40 Thoughts on Janibek Alimkhanuly’s win
11:00 Nick Ball vs Ronny Rios Recap
21:10 Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol Preview
36:20 Saudi Arabia cards
44:00 Thoughts on
47:30 Chris Eubank Jr vs. Kamil Szeremeta
52:20 Fabio Wardley vs. Frazer Clarke II
55:47 Jai Opetaia vs. Jack Massey
56:50 Ben Whittaker vs. Liam Cameron
59:00 Skye Nicolson vs. Raven Chapman
01:03:00 Rest of the week lower weight Sivenathi Nontshinga vs. Masamichi Yabuki
01:10:00 G-Squad Entertainment in Stockton

Also talked about , Takuma Inoue vs. Seiya Tsutsumi, Kenshiro Teraji vs. Cristofer Rosales, Junto Nakatani vs. Petch Sor Chitpattana, Anthony Olascuaga vs. Jonathan Gonzalez, Shokichi Iwata vs. Jairo Noriega

In this show, we talk about the following.

Mikaela Mayer vs. Sandy Ryan  
In a dramatic grudge match, Mikaela Mayer defeated Sandy Ryan by majority decision (97-93, 96-94, 95-95) in New York City. The fight was marked by controversy, including Mayer's fallout with former assistant coach Kay Koroma, who trained Ryan. A pre-fight incident saw Ryan splashed with red paint, leading to an investigation. Mayer controlled the early rounds, while Ryan rallied late, but Mayer secured the win, raising questions about her evolving public image.

Xander Zayas dominated Damian Sosa with a unanimous decision (100-90) and called for a top-five opponent. Bruce “Shu Shu” Carrington edged out Sulaiman Segawa (97-93, 97-93, 95-95) but needs improvement. Vito Mielnicki Jr. won a majority decision over Khalil El Harraz in an underwhelming fight. Floyd “Cashflow” Diaz beat Mario Hernandez amid chaos and is now training with Coach Bullet. Rohan Polanco stopped Marcelino Lopez in round six, showcasing potential. Elvis Rodriguez coasted to a unanimous decision (100-90, 99-91, 100-90) over Kendo Castaneda but seeks more urgency for a title shot. Tiger Johnson won a unanimous decision over Yomar Alamo but needs to step up his performance.

Notable fights include Alycia Baumgardner, whose comeback ended in a no-contest against Delfine Persoon due to a head clash. Terri Harper captured the WBO lightweight title by defeating Rhiannon Dixon (97-93, 97-93, 96-94) with effective footwork. Peter McGrail knocked out Brad Foster in the second round, facing pressure from comparisons to Lomachenko. Galal Yafai stopped Sergio Orozco Oliva in round three, setting up a future fight with Sunny Edwards.

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This week’s preview  
Get ready for fight week! October 4th is my birthday

Nick Ball's homecoming  
The WBA featherweight champion returns, facing Ronny Rios in a must-watch brawl against Nick Ball.

Australia update  
In Australia, Janibek Alimkhanuly aims to defend his middleweight title against Andrei Mikhailovich—this fight could shape his future.

Other fights to watch include Maidel Sando and Mikiah Kreps. It’s a big week in boxing—let’s enjoy the ride!

In this show, we talk about the following.

Mikaela Mayer vs. Sandy Ryan  
In a dramatic grudge match, Mikaela Mayer defeated Sandy Ryan by majority decision (97-93, 96-94, 95-95) in New York City. The fight was marked by controversy, including Mayer's fallout with former assistant coach Kay Koroma, who trained Ryan. A pre-fight incident saw Ryan splashed with red paint, leading to an investigation. Mayer controlled the early rounds, while Ryan rallied late, but Mayer secured the win, raising questions about her evolving public image.

Xander Zayas dominated Damian Sosa with a unanimous decision (100-90) and called for a top-five opponent. Bruce “Shu Shu” Carrington edged out Sulaiman Segawa (97-93, 97-93, 95-95) but needs improvement. Vito Mielnicki Jr. won a majority decision over Khalil El Harraz in an underwhelming fight. Floyd “Cashflow” Diaz beat Mario Hernandez amid chaos and is now training with Coach Bullet. Rohan Polanco stopped Marcelino Lopez in round six, showcasing potential. Elvis Rodriguez coasted to a unanimous decision (100-90, 99-91, 100-90) over Kendo Castaneda but seeks more urgency for a title shot. Tiger Johnson won a unanimous decision over Yomar Alamo but needs to step up his performance.

Notable fights include Alycia Baumgardner, whose comeback ended in a no-contest against Delfine Persoon due to a head clash. Terri Harper captured the WBO lightweight title by defeating Rhiannon Dixon (97-93, 97-93, 96-94) with effective footwork. Peter McGrail knocked out Brad Foster in the second round, facing pressure from comparisons to Lomachenko. Galal Yafai stopped Sergio Orozco Oliva in round three, setting up a future fight with Sunny Edwards.

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This week’s preview  
Get ready for fight week! October 4th is my birthday

Nick Ball's homecoming  
The WBA featherweight champion returns, facing Ronny Rios in a must-watch brawl against Nick Ball.

Australia update  
In Australia, Janibek Alimkhanuly aims to defend his middleweight title against Andrei Mikhailovich—this fight could shape his future.

Other fights to watch include Maidel Sando and Mikiah Kreps. It’s a big week in boxing—let’s enjoy the ride!

In this episode, our friend Sean from the BTR Boxing Podcast joins us as Lukie wraps up his final 36 hours in Europe before returning home to resume his life.

We discuss Daniel Dubois' knockout victory over Anthony Joshua, along with Sean's thoughts on the overall impact it has on British boxing. Additional topics include Hamzah Sheeraz's stoppage of Tyler Denny, Anthony Cacace's win over Josh Warrington, the upset of Mark Chamberlain by Josh Padley, Josh Kelly's victory over Ishmael Davis, and Joshua Buatsi's triumph over Willy Hutchinson.

The futures of these fighters are explored, and since we missed last week’s show, we also dive into discussions on Canelo Alvarez vs. Edgar Berlanga and Caleb Plant vs. Trevor McCumby.

In the second of two tape-delayed shows the guys are a bit brief, but go over this weekend's action which will see two women's boxing bouts stealing the show.

For starters, Sandy Ryan will put her WBO welterweight title on the line against Mikaela Mayer, notable undercard fights are 

Xander Zayas vs. Damian Sosa,  Bruce “Shu Shu” Carrington vs. Sulaiman Segawa, Vito Mielnicki Jr. vs. Daniel Buciuc, 

Tiger Johnson vs. Yomar Alamo, 8 rounds, junior welterweights and Rohan Polanco vs. Marcelino Lopez.

Also, Alycia Baumgardner fights Delfine Persoon in her return to the ring.

Hey there this is a tape delayed show while the guys are away...

In this show, the following fights on Sep. 20-21 are discussed including the major pay-per-view event between Anthony Joshua versus Daniel Dubois for Dubois' IBF heavyweight title, other notable bouts discussed are a middleweight fight between Tyler Denny and Hamzah Sheeraz, 
Anthony Cacace vs. Josh Warrington, Liam Smith vs.Josh Kelly, and Joshua Buatsi vs. Willy Hutchinson. 

We also talk about the Friday night ESPN Top Rank card headlined by Jaime Munguia versus Erik Bazinyan. Notables on this card Andres Cortes vs. Charly Suarez, and Richard Torrez Jr. vs. Joey Dawejko.

In this show, we break down all things Canelo Alvarez versus Edgar Berlanga, who are fighting on pay-per-view Sep.14 in Las Vegas at the T-Mobile Arena. 

Also discussed are the undercard bouts with WBA middleweight titleholder Erislandy Lara facing Danny Garcia, super middleweight Caleb Plant vs. Trevor McCumby and opening the telecast Rolando Romero vs. Manuel Jaimes. Also, Stephen Fulton Jr. returns on the Amazon Prime free portion against Carlos Castro. 

We briefly break down the Most Valuable Prospects card as well.

0:00 Weekend recap of fights 
9:00 Lester Martinez vs Joeshon James thoughts 
12:50 Canelo vs. Edgar Berlanga Preview31:40 Erislandy Lara vs Danny Garcia Preview
37:20 Caleb Plant vs Trevor McCumby Preview
44:30 Rolando Romero vs Manuel Jaimes Preview
49:00 Stephen Fulton Jr. vs Carlos Castro Preview
56:50 Overview of the card

Just adding this late podcast on the Inoue fight