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The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast

Matt Christie and Alex Steedman
Boxing
Tyson Fury
Anthony Joshua
Conor Benn
Oleksandr Usyk
Canelo Alvarez
Chris Eubank Jr.
Daniel Dubois
Jake Paul
Deontay Wilder
Ricky Hatton
Heavyweight Boxing
Moses Itauma
Terence Crawford
Derek Chisora
Fabio Wardley
Frank Warren
Ryan Garcia
Filip Hrgovic
Eddie Hearn

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

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Latest Episodes

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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Recent Guests

Abel Sanchez
Coach of Filip Hrgovic
Filip Hrgovic's coach
Episode: THE FALL OF MOSES
Chris McKenna
boxing journalist, SJ awards nominee and long-time author
Boxing journalism
Episode: IS THE END NIGH FOR USYK?
Jack Hirsch
Writer, former amateur boxer, author of Authorized Biography of Michael Spinks
Author
Episode: THE JINX SPINKS BIOGRAPHER – JACK HIRSCH
Reese Lynch
Professional boxer, Scotland
Boxing GBR / PBC/ Queen's Bay (as referenced in episode)
Episode: THE PROSPECT - REESE LYNCH
Denzel Bentley
Professional boxer
Boxing
Episode: CHISORA V WILDER – DENZEL BENTLEY
Oleksandr Usyk
Current heavyweight boxing champion
Episode: WEIGHT OF THE MATTER | BEN WHITTAKER | KATIE TAYLOR | WBC CONVENTION
Ben Whittaker
Rising star in professional boxing
Episode: WEIGHT OF THE MATTER | BEN WHITTAKER | KATIE TAYLOR | WBC CONVENTION
Conor Benn
Controversial welterweight boxer
Episode: WEIGHT OF THE MATTER | BEN WHITTAKER | KATIE TAYLOR | WBC CONVENTION
Lewis Booth
Contender chasing the Central Area title
Episode: STAR SPOTTING IN SAUDI (BONUS)

Hosts

Matt Christie
Host of The Opening Bell; experienced boxing journalist with coverage across major fights and industry dynamics.
Alex Steedman
Co-host providing analysis and commentary on boxing news, events, and business developments.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 230 ratings
  • James B

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    James R B 1290
    United Statesa month ago
  • Passionate and Informed

    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.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raj 909
    United Kingdom4 months ago
  • 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!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Manners
    10 months ago
  • Who do you think you are ray the dog?

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CasperFaffa
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Potentially 5 stars

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    nick_francis
    United Kingdoma year ago

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Audience values transparency and strong boxing knowledge from hosts.
Some criticisms center on monetization calls affecting pacing or ad reads.
Listeners praise informed, independent analysis and balanced reporting.

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#204
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

CHISORA V WILDER – DENZEL BENTLEY
Q: How did you cope with not fighting for over a year financially and emotionally?
He describes living through the year with limited pay, doing commentary work, and prioritizing family, which kept him motivated to return and prove himself when the opportunity came.
CHISORA V WILDER – DENZEL BENTLEY
Q: Where have you been, and what have you been doing during the layoff?
Bentley explains he stayed in the gym, waited for opportunities, fought through a long layoff while managing finances and family responsibilities, and kept myself ready for a meaningful return.
LESSONS IN POSITIVITY | JOE GALLAGHER
Q: Does it mean even more to you to be here this year of all years, after everything that you've been through?
Joe Gallagher expresses that it does mean more to him to be at the WBC convention this year, reflecting on his emotional journey and birthday celebration. He acknowledges the warmth and kindness he's experienced from people around him.
THE PROSPECT: A JOURNEY THROUGH BOXING WITH REESE LYNCH (BONUS)
Q: What are your feelings about sparring and how it works for you?
I like sparring, it's really good for getting sharp, and it's like the real thing, but you don't want to be sparring too much or taking big shots when you don't need to.
THE PROSPECT: A JOURNEY THROUGH BOXING WITH REESE LYNCH (BONUS)
Q: How has your training been so far?
Because we're starting off at the start of the camp, but I kind of do a bit more longer kind of duration stuff, doing rounds of shadow boxing, pads, and bag work.

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What is The Opening Bell; A boxing podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

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.

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