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Discussion, 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.

Latest episodes

Dubois v Wardley II – Fight Week Begins

Repeat or revenge? As fight week begins, Buncey sits down with Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley ahead of their WBO heavyweight title rematch. Wardley explains what he’s changed since their dramatic first meeting in May, while Dubois reveals why he’s confident of winning again. Wardley’s longtime trainer Rob Hodgins also reflects on that defeat and what it will take to turn the tables this weekend.

12 Oct 2026 · 34 min
Dana White on Fury v Joshua

Just how involved is Dana White in the Fury v Joshua fight and why has it sparked a war of words with Eddie Hearn? In this bonus episode, the Zuffa Boxing boss sits down with Buncey to reveal his role in the Cardiff fight, address his ongoing feud with Hearn and explain whether he had any part in negotiating the contracts with both fighters.

9 Oct 2026 · 11 min
Whittaker Scrapes Through

What did we learn about Ben Whittaker after his unconvincing win over Conor Wallace? Richie Woodhall joins Buncey to pick through the fight and ask why Whittaker faded, whether Wallace could have done more when he had him in trouble, and what the performance tells us about Whittaker’s progress. Plus, we hear from Whittaker himself and his promoter Eddie Hearn.

4 Oct 2026 · 35 min
Is Ben Whittaker Boxing’s Next Superstar?

Is Ben Whittaker destined to become the face of boxing? The Olympic silver medallist faces Conor Wallace in Birmingham this weekend and sits down with Buncey ahead of the fight. His trainer Andy Lee also joins the pod and is in no doubt Whittaker can reach the very top, even becoming undisputed. Plus, promoter Eddie Hearn explains why he shares Lee’s belief that Ben could become one of the biggest

2 Oct 2026 · 30 min
IT’S DEFINTELY ON: FURY v JOSHUA

No more false starts. Fury v Joshua is finally on. Fresh from the press conference in London, Buncey and Barry Jones join Stacey Copeland to reflect on what we learned as the two British heavyweight rivals came face to face. Buncey also sits down with both Fury and Joshua, while Eddie Hearn explains why it’s taken so many twists and turns to finally get one of British boxing’s biggest fights over

30 Sep 2026 · 53 min
IS IT ON? FURY v JOSHUA

Is it on? Is it off? After telling the world last week that Fury v Joshua was on, Buncey is forced to issue an apology as yet more complications emerge in getting the fight over the line. Richie Woodhall joins him and adds absolutely no insight into what’s happening. So they pivot to a packed October of British boxing and hear from Dalton Smith ahead of his fight.

27 Sep 2026 · 43 min
IT’S ON: FURY v JOSHUA

It sounded too good to be true. Now it’s official. Anthony Joshua will finally fight Tyson Fury on December 11th and Buncey and Barry Jones have been scrambled into action for an emergency pod. They react to the announcement, assess where both men are at this stage of their careers, and break down how the biggest all-British heavyweight fight of a generation could play out when they finally meet i

24 Sep 2026 · 26 min
Fury v Joshua Announcement ‘Imminent'. Brown Punch Perfect

Steve Bunce is joined by Barry Jones in Manchester as they react to Pat Brown’s victory over John Hedges. Buncey hears from Brown, who claims the British and Commonwealth cruiserweight titles in just his seventh fight. Eddie Hearn gives the latest on Tyson Fury v Anthony Joshua, with an announcement ‘imminent’ for the highly anticipated heavyweight battle to take place in the UK in December. Plus,

20 Sep 2026 · 46 min
The Boxing Board Ep.4 | Who is Boxing’s Greatest Welterweight?

Welterweight has produced some of the most complete and celebrated fighters in boxing history, but who is the best of the best? Chairman Ade Oladipo is joined by comedian and boxing podcaster Travis Jay, alongside trainer and online sensation Frank Gilfeather, who reveals how he once trained with one of the greatest fighters ever to enter a ring. Across four categories, the board considers the fin

16 Sep 2026 · 38 min
King Ryan Too Good for Benn

How did Ryan Garcia make it look so easy? Richie Woodhall joins Buncey to break down Garcia’s devastating two-round stoppage of Conor Benn in Las Vegas. They look at what made Garcia so dominant from the opening bell, whether Benn could have approached the fight differently and where it all went wrong for the Brit. Plus, they assess what the defeat means for Benn and ask what comes next for both f

13 Sep 2026 · 33 min
The Boxing Board Ep.3 | What is the greatest round in Boxing?

What is the greatest round in boxing history? Chairman Ade Oladipo is determined to find out as The Boxing Board returns for another passionate debate. Joining Ade are former WBO cruiserweight world champion and broadcaster Johnny Nelson, alongside comedian and boxing commentator Kevin “KG” Garry. Together, the board tackles four categories: the best round involving a British fighter, the best rou

9 Sep 2026 · 41 min
Thank You, Katie Taylor

Will we ever see the likes of Katie Taylor again? On an unforgettable night at Croke Park, she said one final goodbye to boxing in front of 80,000 fans and brought down the curtain on one of the greatest careers the sport has ever seen. Stacey Copeland joins Buncey in Dublin to reflect on an extraordinary farewell and try to put into context what they witnessed. We also hear from Katie, her promot

6 Sep 2026 · 31 min
Katie Taylor’s Last Dance

Has there ever been, or will there ever be, a bigger send-off than the one awaiting Katie Taylor at Croke Park on Saturday night? Buncey is joined by Stacey Copeland in Dublin as Taylor prepares to bring the curtain down on an extraordinary career. He sits down with the Irish sporting icon and also hears from her manager Brian Peters, promoter Eddie Hearn and trainer Ross Enamait.

3 Sep 2026 · 55 min
Dubois v Wardley II: The Fight of the Year Returns

Will it be repeat or revenge when Daniel Dubois and Fabio Wardley run it back following their first fight in May? The pair meet again at the O2 in October, and we hear from both fighters as they explain why they’re confident of coming out on top. Plus, promoter Frank Warren joins the pod to give us the latest on Moses Itauma and share his thoughts on how the second fight between Dubois and Wardley

2 Sep 2026 · 28 min
The Boxing Board Ep.2 | Who possesses the greatest punch in boxing?

The Boxing Board is back to settle one of boxing’s most explosive arguments: who possessed the greatest punches in the sport’s history? Chairman Ade Oladipo is joined by broadcaster and former cruiserweight world champion Johnny Nelson, alongside former Team GB boxer and boxing writer Ruth Raper, for a debate spanning four punch-perfect categories: the jab, the hook, the uppercut and the body brea

2 Sep 2026 · 39 min
Itauma v Hrgovic: The Debrief

What next for Moses Itauma? After watching Filip Hrgovic shatter his world-title dream, Buncey is joined by Richie Woodhall to examine why Itauma came up short. We also hear from his promoter, Frank Warren, as they assess what the defeat means and where Itauma goes from here.

30 Aug 2026 · 26 min
Itauma v Hrgovic: Things Just Got Spicy

What can we read into the mindsets of both fighters after Filip Hrgovic slapped Moses Itauma following a shove off the stage? There’s plenty for Buncey and Richie Woodhall to get stuck into ahead of the heavyweight world title showdown at the O2. They also hear from promoter Frank Warren, who witnessed the fracas from just a few feet away. Plus, the guys break down where they believe the fight wil

28 Aug 2026 · 28 min
Itauma v Hrgovic: History Beckons

Will Moses Itauma make history and become the second-youngest heavyweight to win a world title? Buncey sits down with the 21-year-old to find out whether making history means anything to him. We also hear from his opponent, Filip Hrgovic, who is yet to be convinced Itauma is the next big thing. Plus, Queensberry’s George Warren joins the pod, along with Itauma’s trainer Ben Davison.

27 Aug 2026 · 30 min
The Boxing Board Ep. 1 | Who Sits at the Top of the Heavyweight Tree?

Who sits at the top of boxing’s heavyweight tree, not just today but across every era? Chairman Ade Oladipo is joined by boxing trainer and online sensation Frank Gilfeather, alongside rising heavyweight star Johnny Fisher, for a no-holds-barred meeting of The Boxing Board. The panel tackles the current crop of giants and a tantalising fantasy fight: how would Oleksandr Usyk fare against Lennox Le

26 Aug 2026 · 43 min
Fury v Joshua: What is going on?

What on earth is going on with the proposed fight between Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua? Buncey sits down with BoxingScene’s Matt Christie to try to make sense of it all. Is Eddie Hearn right to ask for amendments to the contract if the fight is to take place in New York? The guys assess what we know, what still needs to be resolved and how it could all play out. Plus, with Moses Itauma fighting f

24 Aug 2026 · 35 min