5 Live Boxing with Steve Bunce

Beterbiev v Bivol: The Debrief Feb 23, 2025

Richie Woodhall joins Buncey to reflect on an extraordinary night of boxing in Riyadh. Did the main event live up to expectation? Which fight did they enjoy most? They analyse all seven fights of what was billed as one of the best cards ever put together.

Beterbiev v Bivol: The Big Preview Feb 21, 2025

Barry Jones joins Buncey for an in-depth breakdown of all seven fights on the card. They analyse where each bout could be won and lost, and which fighter could hold the upper hand. Will the main event deliver the same tactical masterclass as the first? What can we expect from Martin Bakole just hours after he steps of a plane?

Beterbiev v Bivol: Bakole replaces Dubois Feb 21, 2025

Barry Jones joins Buncey as Daniel Dubois pulls out of his world title fight against Joseph Parker through illness. They break down the chain of events that led to Martin Bakole stepping in as a last-minute replacement. Can Bakole be fully prepared on such short notice? What are the implications for Joseph Parker? Buncey also catches up with Josh Padley, who received the call to step in on Wednesday to fight Shakur Stevenson after doctors pulled out Floyd Schofield.

Beterbiev v Bivol: The Promoters Feb 20, 2025

Buncey speaks to three of the big promoters involved in Saturday’s fight. Eddie Hearn tells us about finding a new opponent for Shakur Stevenson after Floyd Schofield was pulled out of the fight. Frank Warren talks Daniel Dubois, building a heavyweight empire and why Hamzah Sheeraz will be a superstar. And Golden Boy’s Oscar de la Hoya explains why the Madrimov-Ortiz fight is the one to look out for. And Joe Gallagher sits down with Buncey for a sombre and emotional chat after announcing last week he has cancer.

Beterbiev v Bivol: Inside Team Parker Feb 18, 2025

Buncey goes inside Joseph Parker’s camp as he prepares for his heavyweight clash with Daniel Dubois. He catches up with trainer Andy Lee, who has been working with Parker for two and a half years, to discuss the fighter’s transformation. Parker himself shares why he believes he has what it takes to defeat Dubois. Completing the trio is George Lockhart, the man behind Parker’s nutrition, strength, and conditioning.

Beterbiev v Bivol: Fight Week Begins Feb 17, 2025

Buncey is back in Riyadh as fight week kicks off for what many consider the greatest card ever. Joined by former world champion Darren Barker, they start with Daniel Dubois, who defends his IBF world heavyweight title against Joseph Parker. Dubois shares his thoughts ahead of the fight. Also on the pod are Artur Beterbiev and Dmitri Bivol, as they prepare to face off once again, with Beterbiev aiming to defend his undisputed light heavyweight crown. They also take a quick look at the rest of the stacked card, agreeing that every fight is a true 50-50 contest. Plus, following Jack Catterall’s defeat over the weekend, they ask what went wrong for the Chorley fighter.

Fight Preview: Jack Catterall v Arnold Barboza Feb 14, 2025

Buncey is in Manchester ahead of Jack Catterall's fight against Arnold Barboza Jr. He speaks to both fighters with the winner becoming the mandatory challenger for Teofimo Lopez’s WBO world title. We also hear from promoter Eddie Hearn and Jack's trainer Jamie Moore.

Delboy, Delicious and The Village People Feb 10, 2025

Buncey is joined by Richie Woodhall to look back at Derek Chisora's penultimate fight. They ask where that performance came from as he comprehensively outboxed Otto Wallin on his way to a unanimous points win. They do however question one of the judge's scorecards. And as Delicious Orie prepares to turn professional, Buncey sits down with the 2024 Olympian. Plus, find out why West Ham is Richie's "London" club!

On the Road with Hearn and Barker Feb 05, 2025

Buncey takes the show to an amateur boxing club in Essex and is joined by Eddie Hearn and Darren Barker. How close are we to finding out AJ’s next move? Eddie updates us on him and the fights he wants to see. They run through some of the upcoming fights in what is a special era for the sport. Olympic silver medallist Pat McCormack and British champion Reece Bolletti also pop along for a chat. And the guys discuss the importance of boxing clubs like the one they are in to local communities.

Adam Azim, Amir Khan and Del Boy in a bath house! Feb 03, 2025

Boxxer CEO Ben Shalom joins Buncey to look back on a busy night of boxing at Wembley. They hear from Adam Azim, who won the IBO super lightweight belt by stopping former world champion Sergey Lipinets in round nine. His trainer, Shane McGuigan, is also on the pod. Plus, we hear from Callum Simpson following his win, as well as cruiserweight prospect Lucas Roehrig and his trainer George Groves. And, ahead of his 49th and potentially last fight this weekend, Derek Chisora sits down with Buncey for a catch-up.

One Night in Nottingham Jan 27, 2025

Barry Jones joins Buncey backstage to look back on a busy night of boxing in Nottingham. They begin with Ellie Scotney, who defended her belts with a gruelling 10-rounder. Ellie is on the pod, as is Dalton Smith, who only needed just one round to defend his European title. And Matchroom CEO Frank Smith also speaks to Buncey.

2024 5 Live Boxing Awards Dec 30, 2024

Darren Barker and Barry Jones join Buncey look back at the year in boxing. They highlight their moments from the last twelve months in 5 Live Boxing's 2024 awards show.

Usyk v Fury 2: Fight week begins Dec 16, 2024

Buncey is joined by Darren Barker as fight week kicks off in Riyadh. They hear from Oleksandr Usyk as well as his manager Alex Krassyuk. Dave Allen, who fights on the undercard, is also on the pod and he talks about sparring both fighters.

Inside Dale Youth Boxing Club Dec 09, 2024

Buncey travels to West London to visit one of the city's oldest boxing clubs. He’s joined by three generations of the club's legacy: world champion George Groves, legendary trainer Mick Delaney, and Lucas Rohrig, who will be making his professional debut this weekend. Together, they discuss the gym's rich history, the challenge of relocating after the Grenfell Tower fire, and how some of the UK’s top boxing talent began their careers at the iconic club.

Edwards v Yafai - The Preview Nov 29, 2024

Matchroom boss Eddie Hearn joins Buncey to look ahead to the domestic flyweight clash in Birmingham. He speaks to both Sunny Edwards and Galal Yafai who both explain why they will get their arm raised at the end of the fight. And he also speaks to former world champion Darren Barker.

Who will be Lord of the Flies? Nov 25, 2024

As Sunny Edwards and Galal Yafai prepare to face each other this weekend, Buncey looks ahead to the fight with Barry Jones. They discuss the different paths the two fighters have taken to reach this point. We hear from both of them as well as promoter Eddie Hearn. And with the news that Natasha Jonas and Lauren Price are returning to the ring on December 14th (against different opponents), they are also on the pod.

From the Sublime to the Ridiculous Nov 18, 2024

Richie Woodhall joins Buncey to pick through the bones of a busy weekend. They get stuck into the main event in Dallas where Jake Paul beat Mike Tyson after the pair completed eight rounds in Dallas. They both agree they never want to see the former heavyweight world champion in a ring again. The highlight of the night was the fight between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, with Taylor winning a unanimous points decision. And we ask where it went wrong for Chris Billam-Smith as he lost to Gilberto Ramirez in Riyadh.

Pod on Tour - Josh Taylor in Edinburgh Nov 08, 2024

Buncey takes the pod to Edinburgh for an evening with former undisputed world champion Josh Taylor. Live at Hibs Football Club, Josh opens up about why he believes he's far from done with boxing and shares his ambitions of becoming a two-time world champion. We also hear from his wife and mother, and the audience has the chance to ask their questions.

Pod on Tour - Billam-Smith in Bournemouth Sep 13, 2024

Buncey travels to the south coast for an evening with WBO World Champion Chris Billam-Smith. Surrounded by his fans at AFC Bournemouth, they discuss his journey from delivering Chinese food to becoming a cruiserweight world champion. We also hear from his wife, Mia, who shares her experience of being ringside when he won his world title. Chris also answers questions from the audience, including a particularly embarrassing one from his friend and trainer, Shane McGuigan.

Pod on Tour - Jonas and Smith in Liverpool Jul 19, 2024

Buncey is joined on stage by Natasha Jonas and Callum Smith as the tour lands in Liverpool. They discuss the highs and lows of their career, how they both have more to achieve in the ring and take questions from the audience.

Wales’ first female world champion May 12, 2024

Stacey Copeland sits in for Buncey as Lauren Price becomes a world champion. She is joined by Barry Jones to reflect on an historic night of boxing in the Welsh capital. We hear from Lauren, as well as her promoter Ben Shalom and her partner Karriss Artingstall.

Introducing... Powerplay: The House of Don King May 09, 2024

Veteran fight aficionado Steve Bunce is alongside Heavyweight Champion of the World Lennox Lewis to examine the early life and crimes of notorious Boxing promoter Don King.

Listen to the full box set first on BBC Sounds.

Pod on tour - Warrington and Bridges in Leeds Apr 03, 2024

Buncey is joined by Josh Warrington and Ebanie Bridges as the tour heads to Leeds. The pair discuss the highs and lows of their career, how they are hungry to regain their world titles, and they take questions from the audience.

Pod on tour - The Walsh Brothers in Cromer Feb 10, 2024

Buncey takes the pod to Cromer for the third stop on its UK tour. He’s joined on stage by the Walsh brothers - Liam, Ryan and Michael. They take us back to the early days of sparring in their living room, fighting their dad for a few quid and what regrets they have from their respective careers.

2023 5 Live Boxing Awards Dec 27, 2023

Former world champions Barry Jones and Richie Woodhall join Steve Bunce as the 5 Live Boxing awards return. They are tasked with deciding the winners of six categories including “Fight of the year” and “British boxer of the year”.

Simply the Best - A Chris Eubank special Nov 14, 2023

Buncey travels to Brighton to sit down with former two-weight world champion Chris Eubank. In an emotional chat, they discuss how he is dealing with the recent deaths of both his son Sebastian and brother Simon, why he is so against his son Chris fighting Conor Benn and how he is still dealing with the pain of what happened to Michael Watson following their fight in 1991.

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Taylor v Cameron: Meet the fighters May 17, 2023

Carl Frampton joins Steve at the public workout to look ahead to the mega-fight in Dublin this weekend. They are joined by the two fighters who were both very relaxed despite the size of the task on Saturday night. Carl and Katie reminisce about the days when they used to spar together, and Steve accidentally disrespects Chantelle!

Haringey Box Cup special Jun 20, 2022

Steve is back on the road this week as he spends the day at the Haringey Box Cup - Europe's largest amateur boxing event. Joined at Alexandra Palace by Olympian and former Box Cup champion Cheavon Clarke, they speak to many of the fighters, trainers and organisers to get a feel for what the event is all about.

Wood v Conlan: Who wins? Mar 10, 2022

Steve takes the pod to Nottingham ahead of the big showdown between Leigh Wood and Michael Conlan on Saturday night. He chats to both boxers, as well as promoter Eddie Hearn.

Khan vs Brook: Finally Fighting Feb 14, 2022

Amir Khan and Kell Brook, two names that have been put together for years. The former boxing world champions have taken on some of the biggest names in the sport but as yet, have managed to avoid each other. Finally brought together by new boxing promoter, Ben Shalom, they’ve agreed to fight at a catchweight of 149lbs, just above the welterweight limit. Eleanor Roper has been spending time in Bolton and Sheffield, going behind-the-scenes in both camps, ahead of the much anticipated Manchester bout. She hears from both fighters about the highs and lows of their careers and the two-decade long rivalry that will finally be settled on Saturday 19 February.

Greatest Fights - The Thrilla in Manila (Ali v Frazier 3) with Gene Kilroy Jul 09, 2020

Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier fought to a standstill in their final contest back in 1975, in what has become along with 'The Rumble in the Jungle' one of the defining fights in the history of 'The Greatest'.

One of the last surviving members of Ali's inner circle, his business manager and confidante Gene Kilroy, joins Mike Costello and Steve Bunce to remember the build up, the night, and the legacy left by Ali.

Greatest Fights: Corrales v Castillo with Joe Goossen Jul 02, 2020

Diego Corrales and Jose Luis Castillo produced a contest for the ages back in 2005, featuring one of the most dramatic comebacks ever seen.

Joe Goossen was in Corrales' corner that night, and joins Mike and Steve to remember their game plan for the fight, the subtle tricks trainers and fighters can pull to gain an advantage, and the tragedy of Corrales' death two years later.

Greatest Fights: Benn v Eubank with Richie Woodhall Jun 25, 2020

The night that "changed British boxing", according to Steve Bunce: Nigel Benn and Chris Eubank's torrid 9 rounds at the NEC in Birmingham in 1990.

Former world super middleweight champion Richie Woodhall joins the podcast to remember the night, which heralded a boom period for boxing on terrestrial TV in the UK.

The man who shot Muhammad Ali Jun 22, 2020

Legendary photographer Neil Leifer, who captured some of the most iconic images of Muhammad Ali in a career spanning half a century, joins Mike and Steve to tell the story behind some of his most famous work. Also, reaction to the confirmation of the date of boxing's return in the UK.

Greatest Fights - Hagler v Hearns with Andy Lee Jun 18, 2020

Marvelous Marvin Hagler and Tommy ‘The Hitman’ Hearns met in April 1985 for two and a half of the most explosive rounds in boxing history.

Former world middleweight champion Andy Lee, who later trained in the famous Kronk gym with Hearns’ trainer Emmanuel Steward, watches along with Mike and Steve and remembers the legacy this fight left in Detroit.

Greatest Fights - Gatti v Ward I with Paulie Malignaggi Jun 11, 2020

Reliving the ten round classic between Arturo 'Thunder' Gatti and 'Irish' Micky Ward, in the company of former two weight world champion Paulie Malignaggi.

Ward later became the subject of 2010 film 'The Fighter', and was played by Mark Wahlberg.

Greatest Fights - Evander Holyfield on Tyson v Holyfield 1 Jun 04, 2020

Former heavyweight world champion Evander Holyfield revisits the night he dismantled Mike Tyson in 11 rounds, as well as the infamous 'ear bite' in their second fight.

Greatest Fights - Carl Froch on Hamed v Barrera May 28, 2020

Former world super middleweight champion Carl Froch joins Mike and Steve to revisit the night in Las Vegas that came to define the career of Prince Naseem Hamed - a comprehensive defeat to the Mexican Marco Antonio Barrera.

19-year-old Froch was in the stands as a paying fan. Was Naz overhyped or did outside factors contribute to defeat in his most significant fight?

Greatest Fights - Ricky Hatton on Hatton v Tszyu May 21, 2020

Reliving the night in 2005 when Ricky Hatton beat Kostya Tszyu to win his first world title, in front of a packed M.E.N. Arena.

Hatton reflects on his greatest night in the ring, how his career developed afterwards and why he has struggled with depression in retirement.

Boxing in Eddie Hearn's back garden; and Adam Booth on training and getting destroyed by Don King May 18, 2020

After Eddie Hearn revealed he's planning to put on fights in his back garden, are we a step closer to the return of professional boxing? Mike and Steve debate the logistical issues with trainer Adam Booth, as well as looking at the path Booth took becoming a world title-winning trainer.

Greatest Fights - Tyson v Spinks with David Haye May 14, 2020

Former heavyweight world champion David Haye joins Mike Costello and Steve Bunce to rewatch the night in 1988 when a 21-year-old Mike Tyson was at his most fearsome in the ring, destroying Michael Spinks in 91 seconds.

They delve into the circumstances surrounding the fight including Donald Trump's involvement in putting it on, and debate Tyson's legacy among the greatest of all time.

Greatest Fights - Sugar Ray Leonard on Leonard v Hearns May 07, 2020

In the first of a new mini-series, one of the greatest boxers of all time, Sugar Ray Leonard, relives his late stoppage of Thomas "The Hitman" Hearns in 1981.

Leonard remembers how Angelo Dundee's corner work was the key to inspiring his late onslaught that ended the fight, and explains how the aftermath of this fight led to a dark period in his life when he abused alcohol and drugs.

'Greatest Fights' will focus on a brilliant or significant bout in boxing history. With a new episode every Thursday, Mike and Steve rewatch the fight with a boxer - either one who was directly involved in the fight or who was heavily influenced by it.

Future episodes include Ricky Hatton and David Haye.

Buatsi on training in lockdown, Olympic what-ifs, and the Yorkshireman who fought Ali Mar 30, 2020

2016 Olympic bronze medallist Joshua Buatsi explains how he's staying in shape during the lockdown, and reveals his thoughts on news that the Tokyo Olympic are going to be delayed until 2021. Then, Mike and Steve discuss an interview from the archive with Richard Dunn, who fought Muhammad Ali in 1976.

Mike's fight recommendation of the week: Marquez v Vasquez 2 (2007) Steve's book recommendation of the week: The Devil and Sonny Liston by Nick Tosches Homework: watch Liston v Clay (1964)

How long until Joshua fights Fury or Wilder? Dec 16, 2019

How long will boxing fans have to wait to see Anthony Joshua against the other two big names in the heavyweight division, Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder? Mike and Steve break down the politics and the timings issues that could get in the way. Also, more reaction to Andy Ruiz's excuses for losing to Joshua, a preview of Daniel Dubois upcoming fight and an appreciation of the importance of amateur boxing clubs.

Joshua beaten: The rumours, the fallout, and what comes next? Jun 04, 2019

As the dust settles on Anthony Joshua's stunning upset defeat to Andy Ruiz jr., Mike and Steve debate the rumours around Joshua being knocked out in sparring, Joshua's father's apparently angry reaction in the ring after the fight, and what changes he needs to make to get back to the top of the sport.

Joshua stunned in New York Jun 02, 2019

Mike and Steve are ringside in New York's Madison Square Garden where Andy Ruiz Jr. produced one of the biggest shocks in the history of heavyweight boxing to take Anthony Joshua's IBF, WBO and WBA world heavyweight titles from him. Along with David Haye and Carl Frampton they analyse a US debut to forget for AJ, heap praise on underdog Ruiz, and ask what this result means for future fights in the division. Then, the boys take a trip to the diner after interviewing both Ruiz Jr. and Joshua in the changing rooms.

Joshua v Ruiz: Final fight breakdown May 31, 2019

Anthony Joshua and Andy Ruiz jr weigh in ahead of the heavyweight world title fight at Madison Square Garden. Mike and Steve analyse how they looked on the scales, and break down how they see the fight going. Paulie Malignaggi also pops by to give his prediction.

Joshua vs Ruiz: AJ wants Fury next May 30, 2019

Anthony Joshua and Andy Ruiz Jr. faced the media for the final time before their world heavyweight title fight this weekend at Madison Square Garden. Joshua says he is turning his attention to a fight with Tyson Fury, after Deontay Wilder announced his next fight would be a rematch against Luis Ortiz. Also, Mike and Steve talk to several of the undercard fighters including Katie Taylor and Callum Smith ahead of their world title fights, and Carl Frampton pops up to talk about sparring with Taylor, his training partner Tommy Coyle and where he goes next in his own career.

Joshua vs Ruiz: Wilder's spanner in the works May 29, 2019

Deontay Wilder hijacked the fight week news cycle overnight in New York by announcing his next bout would not be against Anthony Joshua or Tyson Fury, instead opting for a rematch with Luis Ortiz. Joshua's promoter Eddie Hearn reacts to the news and explains his frustration at being unable to even get a meeting with Wilder's representatives. Mike and Steve then speak to legendary Muhammad Ali biographer Thomas Hauser, who paints a worrying picture about the state of the heavyweight division and in boxing in general the longer we have to wait for a superfight.

Wilder produces an all-time knockout May 20, 2019

Deontay Wilder once again proved his punching power by knocking out Dominic Breazeale in their WBC heavweight title contest. Mike and Steve ask where it ranks in the annals of great heavyweight knockouts and debate whether this changes their opinion of who would win between Wilder, Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury. They also address Wilder's controversial comments made before that fight about killing an opponent in the ring.

Later, Josh Taylor joins the podcast after becoming a world champion at the weekend by beating Ivan Baranchyk in the World Boxing Super Series semi finals, plus reaction to 'The Monster' Naoya Inoue adding another knockout to his record and Billy Joe Saunders becoming a two weight world champion in Stevenage.

BONUS POD: Groves on retirement, Froch and taking control May 14, 2019

Former super middleweight world champion George Groves reflects on the end of his career, his two massive fights against Carl Froch, and how he tried to take control of his career.

Billy Joe's back, Deontay's underrated and Josh Taylor: world champion? May 13, 2019

Former super middleweight champion George Groves joins the podcast to talk about the upcoming fights this weekend, including Billy Joe Saunders v Shefat Isufi for the WBO super middleweight world title, Deontay Wilder's return to the ring against former Anthony Joshua opponent Dominic Breazeale, and his former training mate Josh Taylor's bid for a world title in the semi final of the World Boxing Super Series against Ivan Baranchyk in Glasgow.

Who is boxing's Tiger? Apr 16, 2019

As Mike and Steve arrive in a chilly New York ahead of Terence Crawford v Amir Khan for the WBO weltweight title, is there anyone currently in the sport of boxing that can inspire the same universal excitement as Tiger Woods in his Masters victory? Also, an early look at why Crawford v Khan might not be the mismatch expected by some bookmakers, and a review of Anthony Crolla's lopsided four round defeat by Vasyl Lomachenko at the weekend.

AJ & Josh Warrington look to America Feb 11, 2019

With confirmation that Anthony Joshua will fight Jarrell Miller in the States not far away, Eddie Hearn joins the podcast to talk about a frustrating period for the WBA, IBF and WBO champion since beating Alexander Povetkin last September. Mike and Steve discuss the difference in how Joshua has conducted his career in comparison with Great Britain's previous Olympic super heavyweight gold medallist Audley Harrison. Then, Josh Warrington calls in to talk about his upcoming fight with Kid Galahad, the change in his status since beating Carl Frampton, and his hopes for the rest of the year.

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