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5 Live Boxing with Steve Bunce

BBC Radio 5 Live
Boxing
Olympic Boxing
Anthony Joshua
Lewis Richardson
Bournemouth
Daniel Dubois
Grief
The Walsh Brothers
Cindy Ngamba
Imani Khalifa
Saudi Arabia
British Title
Eddie Hearn
Paris
Knockout
Nick Ball
Ronny Rios
Chris Billam-Smith
Natasha Jonas
Callum Smith

Discussion, analysis and the latest news from big fight nights and the world of boxing, featuring special guests.

New episodes every Monday, get in touch with the pod via 5 Live Sport on social media and remember to share your ratings and reviews.

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Latest Episodes

What’s next for Anthony Cacace after becoming a two-time world champion? The Belfast fighter was simply too good for Jazza Dickens at the 3Arena in Dublin. Barry Jones joins Buncey to dissect the fight and debate whether a unification showdown with E... more

He beat Nigel Benn twice. He beat Chris Eubank twice. Former two-weight world champion Steve Collins joins Buncey to reflect on his career, including training in the same gym as Marvin Hagler. He also looks ahead the world title fight between Anthony... more

Has boxing experienced a stranger ten days? From Conor Benn’s departure from Matchroom to Oleksandr Usyk defending his WBC title beneath the pyramids, and the emergence of a reported $1 billion lawsuit, the sport has produced no shortage of surprises... more

Can Fabio Wardley make a successful defence of his world title, or will Daniel Dubois become a two-time champion? Ahead of their fight in May, Buncey speaks to both men at the launch press conference. Barry Jones joins and makes the argument on why w... more

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Recent Guests

Steve Collins
Former world middleweight champion
Boxing (Ireland/UK)
Episode: The Celtic Warrior
Arslanbek Makhmudov
Professional heavyweight boxer with a notable knockout record
Episode: Tyson Fury: Make Boxing Great Again
Deontay Wilder
Former world heavyweight champion and boxer
Episode: Del Boy and Deontay
Josh Taylor
Former undisputed light welterweight world champion
Episode: Life After Boxing
Dominic Ingle
World championship trainer
Episode: Life After Boxing
Paul Speak
Manager of Ricky Hatton
Queensberry Promotions
Episode: Life After Boxing
Carl Froch
Former professional boxer and two-time world champion
Episode: Jake Paul v Anthony Joshua: Froch’s Take
Chris Billam-Smith
Former WBO Cruiserweight Champion
Episode: Jake Paul v Anthony Joshua: Fight Week Begins
Conah Walker
Boxer who recently fought and won a dramatic British title fight
Episode: Rumble on the Riviera

Host

Steve Bunce
Host known for deep knowledge of boxing, particularly bringing insightful analysis and lively discussion to the sport. Bunce shares anecdotes from the boxing world while inviting guests for expert opinions and perspectives.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 4k ratings
  • Get a co host !

    Used to really enjoy this however the interviews remind me of a an American talk show , there are no probing questions just an opportunity for the guest to give what they are plugging . Come on Steve you are Fleet St trained !

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Unkle Ben
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Room for improvement

    I generally like this podcast, have listened for years, since Costello first started it.

    Has unrivalled guests and access to all the big fights.

    Where there’s room for improvement, is the amount of times Steve interrupts the guests. Listen back to the recent Eddie Hearn episode, I don’t think he finishes one answer, without Steve coming in. It’s really frustrating and distracting. Or the Froch episode, where Steve then seems to use every Froch answer as an opportunity to show off his ability t... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Boxing fan 1889
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Has gone downhill

    Used to be better when it had more structure. I love buncey but he interrupts people too much these days and it’s hard to listen to. The recent episode “interviewing” a clearly battered Carl Froch was a particular low point. Hope it gets back to previous glories!

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Jamaway
    United Kingdom3 months ago
  • Barry Jones needs his own podcast

    Makes my day when I see Barry Jones is on the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hampton38
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • Bunce knows BEST

    Bunce is the king of ring talk!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DandyKNelson
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

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Many listeners appreciate the depth of boxing knowledge and access to expert guests.
Some fans long for a previous co-host, believing the dynamic was stronger and engaging in discussions.
Criticisms often highlight the host's tendency to interrupt guests and less structure in episodes than in the past.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#115
United Kingdom/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#34
Hong Kong/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#172
Indonesia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#187
Saudi Arabia/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#214
Singapore/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#215
United Arab Emirates/Sports

Talking Points

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Wardley and Dubois Face Off
Q: Do you think there might be more pressure? Are you feeling any different?
There's always a level of expectation, but I've handled big fights before.
Wardley and Dubois Face Off
Q: Has life changed since you've become a world champion?
Not really; life remains similar, focusing on family and training.
Frank Warren & The House of Heavies
Q: Will we have a stadium fight this side of the summer?
We will have a stadium fight in the summer and have already made bookings for it.
Frank Warren & The House of Heavies
Q: So is there an imminent announcement about that, about Delby going forward?
There is no imminent announcement as Del Boy Chisora has had several fight agreements that did not materialize.
Frank Warren & The House of Heavies
Q: How is the big fella?
Tyson Fury is all right and wants to fight, but they are currently negotiating deals.

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