5 Live Boxing with Steve Bunce
BBC Radio 5 LiveDiscussion, 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.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 107 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Sports | |||
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After everything we saw in 2025, can 2026 possibly match it? Barry Jones joins Buncey to look ahead to a busy year in boxing. They talk through the fights already on the books, the ones that still need to be made, and work their way through the weigh... more
Awards season has arrived, and it’s time for the 5 Live boxing team to hand out their prizes for 2025. Buncey is joined by Barry Jones and Darren Barker to decide who takes fighter of the year, what was the standout event, and whether they can agree ... more
Did it really turn into the biggest mismatch in boxing history? Buncey puts that to former two-weight world champion Paulie Malignaggi a they review the fight and hear from both fighters, as well as Eddie Hearn and Nakisa Bidarian.
As fight night approaches, Buncey catches up with former two-weight world champion Paulie Malignaggi. They discuss what’s at stake for both fighters and whether Jake Paul stands any chance against AJ. And Jake Paul’s business partner Nakisa Bidarian ... more
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- 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 Podcasts1Boxing fan 1889
United Kingdom19 days 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 Podcasts3JamawayUnited Kingdom20 days ago - Barry Jones needs his own podcast
Makes my day when I see Barry Jones is on the show.
Apple Podcasts5Hampton38United Kingdom2 months ago - Bunce knows BEST
Bunce is the king of ring talk!
Apple Podcasts5DandyKNelson
United States3 months ago - Get Costello back
Was so close to checking out of this pod but hearing Costello back this week has reminded me why I started listening. Bring Mike back!
Apple Podcasts4moin92United Kingdom4 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #249 | United Kingdom/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #49 | United Kingdom/Sports |
Apple Podcasts | #55 |  Singapore/Sports |
Apple Podcasts | #152 |  Japan/Sports |
Apple Podcasts | #154 |  Ireland/Sports |
Apple Podcasts | #178 |  Indonesia/Sports |
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What is 5 Live Boxing about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Focusing on the world of boxing, this podcast offers a rich combination of fight analysis, discussions with notable figures within the sport, and insights into the latest happenings in boxing. Episodes often feature professional boxers, trainers, and promoters who provide valuable perspectives on matches, training methodologies, and the emotional stakes involved in competition. The engaging format captivates listeners with a mix of tactical breakdowns and personal stories, emphasizing both the technical and human aspects of boxing. Unique to this show is its real-time commentary during major fights, offering listeners a chance to experience the events as they unfold, which adds an exciting dynamic to the content.
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5 Live Boxing launched 9 years ago and published 107 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on 5 Live Boxing include:
1. Carl Froch
2. Chris Billam-Smith
3. Conah Walker
4. Mickey Hennessy
5. Neville Brown
6. Jeamie TKV
7. Francesca Hennessy
8. Fran Hennessy
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