
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 | 274 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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As self-proclaimed President of the Jessie ‘Bam’ Rodriguez
appreciation society, we welcome fan favourite commentator and former World
Champion boxer Barry Jones to The Opening Bell Pod to assess the latest Bam performance.
Is Inoue a weight too far ... more
Saturday night saw Eddie Hearn and Dana White go head-to-head, even though miles apart, when they both staged TV shows on UK soil.
White likely won that battle, as Chris Billam-Smith and Ryan Rozicki turned their Zuffa colours red with a violent and ... more
Anthony Joshua faced the media for the first time this week since tragedy turned his life upside down six months ago. Joshua was focused, determined and suitably prickly as he examined Kristian Prenga, his July 25 opponent. But can the superstar real... more
Rico Verhoeven almost turned the boxing world upside down on Saturday night until Oleksandr Usyk, at last, found enough of himself to win the fight.
But was his sluggish showing merely an abberation, or does this mark the beginning of the end for the... more
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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
It’s the right move for Alex to step away, he alienated a few people with his tone around asking for more subs, he feels very bitter, hopefully a more positive host can step in and build from there.
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A sharp boxing podcast hosted by two seasoned journalists who break down headlines, preview and recap big fights, and interview a rotating cast of boxing insiders. The show balances technical fight analysis with industry insights, behind-the-scenes dynamics, and entertaining banter, frequently touching on sanctioning bodies, promoter moves, and the business side of boxing. Noteworthy is the duo's willingness to critique the sport's paid-subscriber model at times, their candid take on fights, and the accessible, long-form style that blends history, anecdotes, and current events for fans and industry watchers alike.
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