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In this episode of The Voice of Boxing podcast, brought to you in
association with Lounges TV, we had the pleasure of hosting the
inspiring middleweight fighter, Denzel Bentley. Denzel shared his
journey from his early days of boxing on the estate with his brother to
becoming a professional fighter. He recounted his recent victory over
Danny Dignam, emphasizing the importance of that win in re-establishing
his position in the competitive middleweight division.
Denzel opened up about his unconventional path into boxing, starting
with impromptu fights organized by his entrepreneurial brother and later
transitioning to formal training after a humbling experience at a local
gym. He discussed his decision to drop out of university to pursue
boxing full-time, despite initial resistance from his parents. Over
time, his family has become supportive, with his mother now an avid
boxing fan and his father a nervous but proud supporter.
We delved into Denzel's training regimen, his influences like Floyd
Mayweather and Andre Ward, and his admiration for current fighters such
as Terence Crawford. Denzel also reflected on the challenges of
balancing personal life, particularly the stress of his son's premature
birth, with the demands of professional boxing.
Looking ahead, Denzel expressed his desire for a rematch with Nathan
Heaney and his ambition to fight top contenders like Chris Eubank Jr.
and Hamza Shiraz. He shared insights from his experience fighting at the
world level in Las Vegas and his determination to continue improving
and competing at the highest levels.
Overall, Denzel Bentley's story is one of resilience, dedication, and a
relentless pursuit of excellence in the boxing world. We look forward to
seeing his continued success and the exciting matches that lie ahead.
Timestamps:
00:57 - Welcoming Denzel Bentley
01:26 - Discussing the Danny Dignam Fight
03:39 - Denzel Bentley's Boxing Beginnings
05:44 - Transition from College to Boxing
08:23 - Early Professional Career and Training
10:27 - Influences and Favorite Fighters
12:21 - Realizing Professional Potential
13:54 - Building a Following in South London
15:04 - Family Reactions to Boxing Career
18:14 - Pre-Fight Routine and Relaxation
20:39 - Studying Other Fighters
22:16 - Favorite Fighters Past and Present
24:18 - Career Highs and Lows
26:00 - Balancing Boxing and Personal Life
28:47 - Future Plans and Middleweight Division
33:02 - Potential Fights and Rivals
34:09 - Learning from World Level Experience
35:34 - Upcoming Fight in August