Boxing News Podcast

RICKY BURNS lost for the second time in a row in Glasgow and his career is in tatters. Boxing News’ Matt Christie and John Dennen discuss the Scotsman’s future. There was also a crisis for Cuban Yuriorkis Gamboa when he lost to Terrence Crawford in Nebraska. Is it the end for Gamboa and has Crawford proved he’s a viable opponent for Manny Pacquiao?

There’s also time to look back on the career of the legendary Evander Holyfield, who retired this week at the age of 51.

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VASYL LOMACHENKO won a world title in just his third fight at the weekend. Matt Christie and John Dennen discuss if the Ukrainian is destined for greatness, or if his jump to world class might ultimately backfire.

The progress of Martin Murray is also discussed and the pair preview the impending Glasgow bill, that features Ricky Burns’ return, and the fascinating clash between Terrence Crawford and Yuriorkis Gamboa in Nebraska.

There’s also some heavyweight chat as the comeback of David Haye, and the Tyson Fury-Dereck Chisora rematch, are up for debate.

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THIS week’s focus is the most influential figures in boxing, as we discuss the annual BN 50. Tris Dixon and Matt Christie explain what it takes the crack the list and focus on a few of the names involved.

They also look back on Brian Rose’s brave demise, Ruslan Provodnikov’s shock defeat and ahead to Vasyl Lomachenko’s second shot at world glory against Gary Russell Jnr.

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Tris Dixon is joined by John Dennen to talk about Miguel Cotto's sensational performance against Sergio Martinez.

They reflect on Andy Lee's big night in New York, the Hall of Fame weekend and Paul Butler's coming-of-age win over Stuey hall for the IBF crown.

Plus, there's the Power List, Paul Williams and much more.

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WITH Tris Dixon in New York, Matt Christie and John Dennen are in the podcast chair and discuss the Carl Froch-George Groves rematch, and all the fun that occurred at Wembley.

They attempt to answer some crucial questions. Did Groves spend too much time focusing on mind games? Can he return after such a devastating defeat? What next for Froch? Should he head to Las Vegas? Stay at home and build his legacy against James DeGale, or is the time right to wave goodbye?

The impending middleweight showdown between Sergio Martinez and Miguel Cotto is also analysed, as is the intriguing British showdown between Stuey Hall and Paul Butler.

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TRIS DIXON and Matt Christie are swept up in the pre-fight hoopla for the Carl Froch-George Groves rematch. They return from the final press conference to talk all about one of the biggest fights in British boxing history.

Can the sequel live up to its predecessor? Is their confidence real?

All aspects of the fight are analysed – styles, mindset, age, teams, tactics – to deliver their final verdicts.

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TRIS DIXON is joined by Matt Christie and their first job is to review a hectic weekend of action. Old man Juan Manuel Marquez rolled back the years, while Nathan Cleverly returned to winning ways under the glare of rival Tony Bellew. Gavin Rees signed off in style and Travis Dickinson and Matty Clarkson unleashed a slugfest for the ages.

They discuss Floyd Mayweather’s next fight, Manny Pacquiao’s latest announcement and, of course, look ahead to the impending Carl Froch-George Groves rematch.

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IN this week’s Opening Bell John Dennen joins Boxing News editor Tris Dixon as they begin the countdown to Carl Froch’s rematch with George Groves at Wembley Stadium.

Also on their radar is the new-look heavyweight scene after the arrival of Bermane Stiverne as WBC champion.

The team examines Mike Alvarado’s approaching battle with Juan Manual Marquez, where Derry Mathews stands in the UK’s thriving lightweight mix, how Kid Galahad could become a factor at world level and much more.

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TRIS DIXON has returned from Las Vegas and spills the beans to Matt Christie about an eventful trip, punctuated by Marcos Maidana’s better than expected effort to end Floyd Mayweather’s unbeaten run.

Also up for discussion is Amir Khan’s impressive victory over Luis Collazo, Adrien Broner’s repulsive mouth, updates on Paul Williams and Paul Ingle, and a look ahead to the British showdown between Martin Gethin and Derry Mathews.

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IN this week’s Opening Bell Matt Christie is joined by Danny Flexen due to Tris Dixon being out in Las Vegas.

They discuss the thrilling encounter that was Lucas Matthysse-John Molina Jnr, and examine Wladimir Klitschko’s heavyweight legacy following his win over Alex Leapai.

Then there’s the small matter of Floyd Mayweather’s impending showdown with Marcos Maidana, and Amir Khan’s make-or-break scrap with Luis Collazo.

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