
Every Thursday Matt Christie and Alex Steedman look at the latest boxing news headlines, review and preview the big fights and speak to the many fascinating characters who make boxing what it is. Want to get in touch? TheOpeningBellPodcast@Gmail.com Follow on X Matt = @MattCBoxingNews Alex: @alexsteedman Please follow, subscribe and leave us a review. Get bonus content on Patreon
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 310 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Audley Harrison has lived an extraordinary life. Yet for so long, his critics focused on what he hadn't achieved rather than what he had.
Audley puts the record straight this week as he discusses his journey to Olympic glory and, in detail, the roll... more
What started out as plain sailing for Ben Whittaker hit choppy waters in the late rounds of his battle with Conor Wallace. 'The Surgeon', however, just about stayed afloat to remain unbeaten in his first 12-round fight.
As ever with Whittaker, the c... more
Mike Costello, former BBC and DAZN commentator and one of the wisest figures in boxing, is here to discuss his career, his retirement, and his thoughts on the Anthony Joshua-Tyson Fury saga.
Costello relives his experiences at ringside, the life it ... more
Mere days after Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua is confirmed, we're told it's in jeopardy.
Matt Christie lets off some steam on the subject and the eternal circus that is the sport of boxing.
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great listen every week. all the best to alex, but long live the opening bell
The best boxing pod full stop. A shame Alex is leaving he will be missed. However already looking forward to Mike Costello next week
Love this podcast
What a great episode from Matt, saying goodbye to Steedo…. This pod has become my favourite fight pod for the simple fact that Matt and Alex talk soooo much sense! Always considered comments straight and honest opinions with a good old dose of humour!
I hope the show in its new format is as entertaining as its predecessors.
So long Alex I hope you are happy and healthy mate.
Matt you’re a legend so ding ding round 3.
I am all in and looking forward to all the future weekly listens
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Two hosts deliver weekly, no-guest boxing analysis that blends fight breakdown with the business side of the sport. Episodes cover fight comebacks, promoter dynamics, sanctioning bodies, pay-per-view economics, and ongoing heavyweight narrativelines, often interspersed with nostalgic reflections and personal anecdotes. The tone is informed, opinionated, and accessible, with a consistent emphasis on independent journalism and transparent discussions about sponsorships and listener support. A standout trait is how they thread historical context, market considerations, and evolving media deals into timely fight discussions, making it valuable for listeners who want both technical insight and industry context.
Noteworthy aspects include strong... more
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