
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 | Weekly | Episodes | 300 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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Ryan Garcia defeated Conor Benn, stopping him in less than five minutes out in Las Vegas. The contest itself was immeasurably shorter than the build-up that focused on Benn's struggle to boil down to 147lbs but was this really a contest decided by on... more
It's fight week in Las Vegas and Chris McKenna, nursing a minor hangover out in Sin City, is this week's guest on The Opening Bell.
Garcia makes the first defence of his WBC welterweight title against Benn. The fight is interesting for different rea... more
In a startling collapse that culminated one of the most dramatic
heavyweight fights of the year, Moses Itauma ultimately met his match in the
shape of the rugged and unyielding Filip Hrgovic. But what came before that
fateful ninth round should tell ... more
Despite all the noise reverberating from the negotiations between
Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury – noise that, unfortunately, we must address – a
meaningful, and potentially pivotal, heavyweight title clash occurs this
weekend when Moses Itauma duels ... more
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By far the best boxing show in the UK. A weekly must listen for any Boxing fans. I can see Matt Christie and Alex Steedman becoming very mainstream in the boxing world with this quality of insightful and knowledgeable broadcasting 5 Stars
Matt and Alex passion for the sport is evident. 2 genuine knowledgable fans of the sport. And more importantly independent and aren’t afraid to tell the truth. One of the few credible media outlets left in boxing.
I'm so glad this podcast is continuing even after Matt's sad departure from BN. Matt and Alex offer such a great take on the latest boxing news with fair insightful analysis and challenge. This is my go to boxing podcast. I have no doubt they will get the necessary support to continue the pod long into the future. Good luck for whatever is next Matt!
You act like you are all tuff but really you can’t handle how good hi podcasts are. You don’t know what you are talking about. Alex is the best commentator he is so good and I’ve recommended to all my friends who love boxing
These guys are knowledgeable, informative and analytical about all things boxing. Always worth a listen, except when Alex starts his seemingly regular lengthy explanations about how the pod is not worth his while financially. This is not a good listen. It would be better for him to decide on his commitments and discuss the on going merits in private. As good a combination as the two of them are, Matt in particular, could find someone equally good to spar with on this cast. Nothing against Alex, ... more
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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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