5 Live Boxing with Steve Bunce

Buncey sits down with Barry and Eddie Hearn to talk about this weekend's fight and the legendary clashes between their fathers. Barry promoted the first showdown between Eubank and Benn, and now Eddie takes the lead as promoter for Saturday’s bout.

Buncey sits down with two people that know both fighters better than most. John Ryder has been part of the same gym as Benn for 10 years, and Harlem Eubank is Eubank Jr's cousin and is part of his team.

Buncey is joined by Barry Jones as Eubank and Benn face off at the grand arrivals in London. They speak with promoters Eddie Hearn and Ben Shalom and dive into the 35-year history behind this rivalry.

Buncey is joined by Andy Clarke as Ben Whittaker gets back to winning ways in Birmingham, stopping Liam Cameron in the second round. We hear from Whittaker himself, his opponent Cameron, as well as his coach Andy Lee and promoter Ben Shalom. Plus Frazer Clarke is on the pod after his first-round stoppage of Ebenezer Tetteh.

Buncey joins Michael Watson as he walks a mile through the streets of London to raise money for charity. Back in 1991, during his fight with Chris Eubank, Watson was caught by a brutal uppercut and collapsed soon after the bout. He spent 40 days in a coma. Surrounded by friends and family as he made his way up The Mall, Buncey chats to Watson himself, as well as Chris Eubank, who reflects on that fateful night and shares his concerns about his son’s upcoming bout with Conor Benn. We also hear from Watson’s neurosurgeon, Peter Hamlyn, his lawyer, Michael Toohig, and the many supporters who turned out to walk alongside their friend.

Legendary promoter Bob Arum joins Buncey to reflect on his remarkable 70-year journey in boxing. From working with Muhammad Ali to guiding Tyson Fury, he shares some of his most treasured memories from a lifetime in the sport.

After suffering four losses in his last five bouts, what lies ahead for Joe Joyce? Barry Jones joins Buncey to debate that very question following his unanimous decision loss to Filip Hrgovic. We hear from both fighters, with Joyce making it clear he's not ready to retire just yet. Promoter Frank Warren also joins the pod, revealing he plans to have a serious conversation with Joyce about what comes next. Plus, we catch up with David Adeleye following his controversial win to claim the vacant British title, and Delicious Orie drops in after successfully navigating his first four-round fight as a professional.

After Mikaela Mayer successfully retained her WBO welterweight belt against Sandy Ryan in Las Vegas on Saturday, Buncey chats to all those involved in the fight at the Fontainebleau. He catches up with a very dejected Sandy Ryan, who is left pondering her future. As for Mayer, could a showdown with Lauren Price for all the belts be next for her? We also hear from Top Rank’s Todd duBoef and Matchroom’s Frank Smith, who run through the options now for both fighters. Plus, with Frank Warren’s Queensberry kicking off its new TV partnership this weekend, both Warren and Eddie Hearn tell us why having the UK’s two biggest promoters on the same platform is a game-changer for the sport.

Buncey is in Las Vegas for the highly anticipated rematch between Sandy Ryan and Mikaela Mayer, who claimed victory in their first bout via majority decision. That initial fight was clouded by controversy when Ryan had red paint thrown on her as she left her hotel en route to the arena. Buncey catches up with both fighters and Ryan's promoter, Frank Smith. He also sits down with Katie Taylor as she gears up for her trilogy bout against Amanda Serrano. Plus, ESPN's Crystina Poncher joins the pod to share her take on what promises to be a very close fight.

Andy Lee has become one of the most sought-after trainers in boxing. The former Olympian and world champion joins Buncey to reflect on his journey from the early days as a talented amateur to reaching the pinnacle of the sport, and now earning a reputation as one of the game’s top trainers. They trace his path from the storied Repton Boxing Club in Bethnal Green, to training under the legendary Emmanuel Steward at Detroit’s iconic Kronk Gym, capturing a world title, and now guiding the careers of fighters like Joseph Parker, Ben Whittaker, and Paddy Donovan.

As the boxing world mourns the loss of Colin Hart and George Foreman, Buncey revisits a special episode of the pod he recorded last year, marking the 50th anniversary of the iconic Rumble in the Jungle. In it, he sat down with Colin to relive his vivid memories of that unforgettable night in Kinshasa, when he was ringside to witness Muhammad Ali knock out Foreman and reclaim the world heavyweight title.

As we pay tribute to George Foreman after his death at the age of 76, Mike Costello and Steve Bunce look back on the most famous fight of them all: Muhammad Ali v George Foreman, Zaire 1974 in the Rumble in the Jungle. Episode first released in 2019.

Carl Frampton joins Buncey to discuss Nick Ball’s WBA title defense in Liverpool on Saturday. The victory wasn’t without controversy as Ball kicked his opponent at the end of the first round and was later docked a point for pushing Doheny to the canvas. Could this pave the way for a dream showdown with Naoya Inoue in December?

Ellie Scotney joins Buncey to reflect on a historic night at the Royal Albert Hall. They start with the headline bout, where Lauren Price showcased her skill, outclassing Natasha Jonas to become a unified world champion. Buncey catches up with both fighters. They also break down Caroline Dubois' tough battle against Bo Mi Re Shin, which ended in a hard-fought majority decision victory. Plus, Eddie Hearn joins the podcast to share his reaction to the buzz surrounding the new partnership between Turki Alalshikh and Dana White, which has stirred up the boxing world.

Buncey chats to many of the women fighting at the Royal Albert Hall this Friday. He kicks things off with promoter Ben Shalom, who explains why this card is so significant and how it provides a much-needed boost for women's boxing. Along with their trainers, he catches up with both Natasha Jonas and Lauren Price who are headlining the event. Will the experience of Jonas trump the raw talent of Price? We also hear from Caroline Dubois who discusses her world title defence and her ambitions to become undisputed within the next year. And up and coming prospect Francesca Hennessy is also on the pod.

Barry Jones joins Buncey to break down a weekend filled with controversy. They start in Belfast, where Paddy Donovan was disqualified for landing a shot on Lewis Crocker after the bell. Was referee Marcus McDonald’s decision the right one? They also discuss Gervonta Davis, who appeared to take a knee in the ninth round against Lamont Roach, yet the referee didn’t rule it a knockdown. Plus, they look ahead to the historic all-female card at the Royal Albert Hall, headlined by Natasha Jonas vs. Lauren Price.

Barry Jones joins Buncey at the dramatic launch press conference for Chris Eubank Jr v Conor Benn. During the face-off, Eubank smashed an egg on Benn’s face, sparking chaos. Will Eubank face any consequences for his actions? Has he already gotten under Conor Benn’s skin? We hear from Benn and his promoter, Eddie Hearn, as well as Eubank’s promoter, Ben Shalom.

Richie Woodhall joins Buncey to reflect on an extraordinary night of boxing in Riyadh. Did the main event live up to expectation? Which fight did they enjoy most? They analyse all seven fights of what was billed as one of the best cards ever put together.

Barry Jones joins Buncey for an in-depth breakdown of all seven fights on the card. They analyse where each bout could be won and lost, and which fighter could hold the upper hand. Will the main event deliver the same tactical masterclass as the first? What can we expect from Martin Bakole just hours after he steps of a plane?

Buncey speaks to three of the big promoters involved in Saturday’s fight. Eddie Hearn tells us about finding a new opponent for Shakur Stevenson after Floyd Schofield was pulled out of the fight. Frank Warren talks Daniel Dubois, building a heavyweight empire and why Hamzah Sheeraz will be a superstar. And Golden Boy’s Oscar de la Hoya explains why the Madrimov-Ortiz fight is the one to look out for. And Joe Gallagher sits down with Buncey for a sombre and emotional chat after announcing last week he has cancer.