Montero On Boxing
Montero On Boxing, also known as "The Neutral Corner," is a weekly boxing podcast that covers the latest news and developments in the fight game. Host Michael Montero breaks down all the major fights every Monday and takes listener calls from around the world. Known for his unfiltered opinions, Montero delivers hot takes and heated rants, never shying away from controversy.
Episodes
Episode 390: Tszyu beats Spence; is Errol Spence a Hall-of-Famer?
On episode 390 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero reviews a loaded weekend of boxing with fights from around the world. The biggest event took place in Australia, where Tim Tszyu decisively beat Errol Spence Jr by unanimous decision. In other action, Anthony Joshua survived an early score to score a stoppage win in Saudi Arabia, while Tyson Fury secured a win in Thailand,
Episode 389: Jaron "Boots" Ennis stops Xander Zayas; Oleksandr Usyk vacates Titles
On episode 389 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero gives his reaction to the entertaining fight between Jaron “Boots” Ennis and Xander Zayas in Brooklyn, New York. Boots stopped Zayas in seven rounds to claim two junior middleweight titles. In other news, heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk dumped his belts and announced he would have one more fight before retiring. WBC p
Episode 388: Post-Fight Reactions: Inoue UD12 Nakatani, Benavidez KO6 Ramirez
On episode 388 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero gives his reaction and analysis of the two headliner bouts of the weekend. In Tokyo, Naoya Inoue defends his undisputed super bantamweight world championship against fellow Japanese native Junto Nakatani. In Las Vegas, Gilberto "Zurdo" Ramirez defends his unified cruiserweight world titles against David Benavidez.
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Episode 387: Will Joshua Fight Fury or Wilder Next? Previewing the LOADED May Schedule.
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On episode 387 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero reviews recent wins by heavyweights Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury. Anthony Joshua was ringside for both fights, who will he decide to face next? Next, Montero previews a loaded schedule in May, including an all-Japanese showdown between Naoya Inoue and Junto Nakatani in Tokyo. The heavyweight champio
Shakur Stevenson the GOAT Already? Slow Down!!!
Michael Montero breaks down the dominant win by Shakur Stevenson over Teofimo Lopez last night in New York city, and the subsequent overreaction by the boxing media, pundits and fans. Is Stevenson right up there with Oleksandr Usyk and Naoya Inoue, or is too soon to go there?
Episode 386: Examining Jake Paul Hate, Who is the REAL FOTY? Best/Worst of 2025
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On episode 386 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero reviews the circus fight between Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua, which "AJ" won by knockout after a slow start. Montero also gives his thoughts on who the 2025 Fighter of the Year is: does Terence Crawford deserve it, or are people overlooking far more deserving candidates?
Episode 385: Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua preview; Terence Crawford retires
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On episode 385 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero previews the heavyweight match up between Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua, which will be broadcast live on Netflix on Friday, 19-December from Miami, Florida. Montero also gives his thoughts on Terence "Bud" Crawford announcing his retirement this week. What is Bud's legacy a
Episode 384: What Did We Learn from Benavidez, Bam, Haney and Mason in Riyadh?
On episode 384 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero reviews the "RING IV: Night of the Champions" card, which took place on Saturday, 22-November in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and was broadcast live on DAZN PPV. Young champions David Benavidez, Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez and Devin Haney all scored dominant wins. Abdullah Mason and Sam Noakes had a Fight of the Year candidate, and Vito
Episode 383: American Boxing in 2025, What a Shit Show
On episode 383 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero gives his thoughts on recent allegations of domestic abuse from Gervonta Davis, causing Jake Paul and MVP Promotions to seek another opponent for their upcoming event. Montero also opines on reaction to Victor Conte's death, the Wardley vs Parker stoppage, and Buatsi vs Parker scorecards, and more.
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Episode 382: Canelo vs Crawford Preview Show
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On episode 382 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero breaks down the super middleweight showdown between current champion Saul "Canelo" Alvarez and Terence "Bud" Crawford. The match up features the premiere Mexican and American fighters of this generation, and will be broadcast live on Netflix from Las Vegas, Nevada. The fol
Episode 381: US Television KO's Boxing, 2025 Mid-Year Update
Posted 29-July, 2025
On episode 381 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero gives his thoughts on Top Rank's last show on ESPN, which marked the final boxing broadcast on American television. Presently, no American promoter has a TV network deal, meaning boxing lives entirely on streaming platforms in the USA. What does this mean for the future? Where are we at midway thru 2025
Episode 380: Canelo vs Crawford: Can it Break Thru to the Mainstream?
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CALL IN!!! On episode 380 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero gives his thoughts on the super fight between Canelo Alvarez (63-2-2, 39 KOs) and Terence Crawford (41-0, 31 KOs). The bout, for Canelo's undisputed super middleweight championship, will headline a show in Las Vegas on 13 September and will be broadcast live on
Vasiliy Lomachenko Announces his Retirement from Boxing
Vasyl Lomachenko, one of the greatest fighters of the last generation, officially announced his retirement on social media this week. Widely considered the greatest amateur boxer ever, "Loma" won gold medals at multiple World Championships and Olympic Games. As a professional, he won titles in three weight classes and unified titles as an undersized lightweight. Despite all of his achievements, Lo
Cinco de Mayo Weekend Review: Duds, Upsets and Inoue's "Glass Chin"
He's back! Michael Montero reviews the big weekend of boxing full of disappointments, upsets and more. Also, the stage is set for Canelo Alvarez and Terence Crawford, who will fight later this year.
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Episode 379: Beterbiev vs Bivol II - the Greatest PPV Card Ever?
On episode 379 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero previews what could possibly be the greatest PPV card of all time, headlined by the rematch between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol. Last October, Beterbiev won a close majority decision to become the undisputed light heavyweight champion. Now they will fight again in Riyadh, with an absolutely stacked undercard.
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What did we Learn from Benavidez vs Morrell?
Breaking down the fight between David Benavidez and David Morrell, which the American took by unanimous decision to move one step closer to a championship match up with either Artur Beterbiev or Dmitry Bivol. Looking at the upcoming fight schedule, Canelo Alvarez vs Terence Crawford, and more.
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Episode 378: The 2024 Year-In-Review Show Spectacular
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On episode 378 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero reviews the best and worst of 2024 in the sweet science. Montero gives his picks for the best Prospect, Upset, Knockout, Fight and Fighter of the Year, and more!
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Oleksandr Usyk UD12 Tyson Fury: Immediate Reaction
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) Ring Magazine boxing writer Michael Montero gives his thoughts just after the rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Usyk defended his heavyweight championship with an unanimous decision victory over Tyson Fury. Montero now rates Usyk as the best fighter of the 21st century, the greatest cruiserweight of all time,
Sport Nation New Zealand Interview: Usyk vs Fury II Preview and More
Michael Montero joined Sport Nation New Zealand to preview the rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury, plus other news and rumors in boxing.
Episode 377: Usyk vs Fury 2: Repeat or Revenge?
TNC is back! On episode 377 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero catches up on everything in the world of boxing. Montero reviews the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight and addresses rumors of "fight fixing", then previews the upcoming rematch between heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. As always, we take your calls, cover all the news an
Episode 376: Beterbiev vs Bivol Preview
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On episode 376 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero previews the super fight between Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol. The undefeated Russia natives will meet in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia this Saturday to fight for the undisputed light heavyweight championship of the world. Montero also catches up on news, reviews Daniel Dubois' k
Episode 375: Joshua vs Dubious Preview
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On episode 375 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero previews the upcoming fight between Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois. The heavyweight showdown will take place at Wembley Stadium in London. Also, rumor has it that lightweight title holder Gervonta "Tank" Davis will face junior lightweight contender Lamont Roach next. Wh
Episode 374: Naoya Inoue Returns, Previewing the Fall Schedule
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On episode 374 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero previews the upcoming junior featherweight undisputed championship fight between Naoya Inoue and TJ Doheny in Tokyo. Montero also looks ahead at the schedule for remainder of the year: Canelo Alvarez vs Edgar Berlanga (9/14), Daniel Dubois vs Anthony Joshua (9/21), Artur Be
Crawford vs Madrimov Flops: Why Doesn't Crawford Sell
Michael Montero breaks down the reasons why Terence Crawford has failed to break thru with main stream audiences in his professional career.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mrKUuUACtXw
Episode 373: Crawford vs Madrimov preview
On episode 373 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero previews the big card in Los Angeles, headlined by the Terence Crawford vs Israil Madrimov junior middleweight title fight. Montero also reviews the great heavyweight fight between Derek Chisora and Joe Joyce last Saturday in London.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BQwwHQP9AFs
What is the Ceiling for Jaron "Boots" Ennis?
Jaron "Boots" Ennis scored an impressive victory over David Avanesyan in his hometown of Philadelphia this weekend. He seemingly has limitless potential? How high can he climb? Is a fight with Terence Crawford possible?
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Ryan Garcia: Boxing's Greatest Villain?
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It's Friday - time to crack a beer and talk some boxing!
Ryan Garcia set the boxing world ablaze over the July 4th holiday with inappropriate comments he made on social media. The fallout was so bad that the WBC "expelled" Garcia from their origination. All of this after recently being suspended by the NYSAC for PEDS use. Is Ryan Garcia a vil
TNC 372: Juan Francisco Estrada vs Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez Preview
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Ring Magazine boxing writer Michael Montero reviews the junior bantamweight showdown between Mexican legend Juan Francisco Estrada and rising American star Jesse "Bam" Rodriguez in Phoenix, Arizona. The highly anticipated match up headlines a Matchroom Boxing card that will be broadcast on DAZN.
https://youtube.com/live/W2_abgXoYac
Zhilei Zhang Bangs Deontay Wilder Into Retirement
Michael Montero gives his immediate reaction after the "5 vs 5" Matchroom vs Queensbury card in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. In the main event, Zhilei Zhang dominated former title holder Deontay Wilder before stopping him in devastating fashion. All truths are being revealed in the heavyweight division. Montero breaks it all down.
Oleksandr Uysk Does It! Beats Tyson Fury, Wins Undisputed Heavyweight Championship
Oleksandr Usyk soldified his legacy as an all-time great in boxing history with a decisive victory over Tyson Fury tonight in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Michael Montero gives his immediate thoughts. Who wins the rematch?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YjpI_kYfuSE
Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk Preview Show
It's finally here! The undisputed heavyweight championship fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk is taking place on Saturday, 18 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. How will it all play out? Which fighter has the edge? Who will win? Michael Montero of Ring Magazine breaks it all down.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9WuuLWqm1Cc
Inoue destroys Nery, Canelo beats Munguia
Two undisputed championship fights within less than 48 hours!! It's a great time to be a fight fan. Wanted to share my thoughts on Canelo Alvarez and Naoya Inoue after their latest victories in Las Vegas and Tokyo.
https://youtube.com/live/741mij1Xx_0
Ryan Garcia Tests Positive for PEDS before Haney Fight
According to reports, Ryan Garcia tested positive for banned substance Ostarine before his fight with Devin Haney last month. The samples were collected and tested by VADA. What will happen now? Will there be a suspension? Will the fight be changed to a No Contest? Does anybody care either way?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a9D022KBCz8
Ryan Garcia beats Devin Haney: Immediate Reaction
A few quick thoughts on the big fight last Satyurday night in Brooklyn between Ryan Garcia and Devin Haney. In a classic "bait and switch" scenario, Garcia weight-bullied the career weight-bully. https://youtube.com/live/HL7BY61cbi0
Episode 371: Jaron Ennis to Matchroom, Canelo vs Munguia undercard announced
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On episode 371 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero catches up on a TON of boxing news, reviews several weeks of fights, and previews what's on the schedule coming up.
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Episode 370: Is This Coming May the Best Schedule Ever?
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On episode 370 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero reviews a LOADED schedule this spring, with intriguing match ups throughout May into June. Montero also previews the schedule this weekend, catches up on news, and more!
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Radio Interview: Talking Joseph Parker, Fury vs Usyk, Paul vs Tyson, the Heavyweights
An interview with Mark "Staffy" Stafford of SENZ Radio New Zealand to discuss the recent run of Joseph Parker, as well as all the other news in the heavyweight division. Michael Montero and Staffy talk about Tyson Fury, Oleksandr Usyk, Deontay Wilder, Filip Hrgovic, Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson and more!
https://youtu.be/Tb0BYUYjeRM
Anthony Joshua Rebalances the Force, Destroys Ngannou
Giving my immediate thoughts after Anthony Joshua's dominant 2nd round stoppage over Frances Ngannou in Saudi Arabia. Also, Joseph Parker scores a hard fought win over Zhilei Zhang and more.
https://youtube.com/live/yRdZFEKdDFo
BREAKING: Canelo and PBC unable to agree to terms
After weeks of rumors and speculation, the announcement has finally been made. Canelo Alvarez is leaving his partnership with PBC to go his own way. The platform signed Canelo to a 3-fight deal late last year, the first of which was a lackluster match up between the Mexican star and Jermell Charlo. Now, Canelo has moved on after PBC failed to meet his financial demands. Boxing insider Rick Gla
Episode 369: Canelo wants Charlo, PBC wants… Munguia?
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On episode 369 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero catches up on a bunch of news and rumors, and previews a fantastic lineup of fights from April thru June. Also, is PBC in trouble? Their Amazon Prime launch is another lackluster PPV headlined by a fight nobody asked for, and they are yet to announce Canelo's May bout. Wh
Episode 368: Teo Disappoints; Fury vs Usyk in May, Beterbiev vs Bivol in June
On episode 368 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero catches up on the news, reviews the upcoming spring fight schedule and another lackluster performance from a young American star, Teofimo Lopez.
https://www.youtube.com/live/osKn9guvfwU?si=fNl9PKdDZaX4DtTL
Fury vs Usyk is off! Fury Suffers a Cut in Sparring
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The highly anticipated undisputed heavyweight championship fight between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk is off due an injury suffered by Fury. The Brit was cut over his eye in sparring and it appears he will be out for a while. Will they ever fight?
https://youtube.com/live/zGdGcVdaAik
Episode 367: Munguia stops Ryder, PBC relaunches with another PPV
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Host Michael Montero reviews recent wins by Artur Beterbiev and Jaime Munguia - could fights with Dmitry Bivol and Canelo Alvarez be next? Montero also previews the upcoming schedule, good and bad, and catches up on all the news.
https://www.youtube.com/live/ODhwPvL37Os?si=tiAnJAcNraW6ANfA
The Detroit Lions are America's Team!
As a lifelong Detroit Lions fan (I'm a native), I wanted to take a few minutes to show my appreciation for the team this season. This run has meant so much to the people Detroit for so many reasons. The Lions are Super Bowl bound!!!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6EiQAZYvI7s
Episode 366: Beterbiev vs Smith Preview
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First TNC of the new year! Michael Montero kicks off 2024 with a preview of the light heavyweight championship fight between Artur Beterbiev and Callum Smith in Quebec, Canada.
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End of Year Reviews: Day of Reckoning, Inoue KO10 Tapales
2023 ended with a bang, with two great events to close out what has been an entertaining year in boxing. Michael Montero gives his thoughts on the "Day of Reckoning" card in Saudi Arabia, and Naoya Inoue scoring a historic victory in Japan to secure the undisputed championship in a second weight class.
https://youtube.com/live/fQGwj7ZuyCA
Episode 365: 2023 Year-End Super Show Spectacular!
Michael Montero is joined by boxing insider Rick Glaser, then he reviews a loaded card from Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and Naoya Inoue going for undisputed twice within a year.
https://youtube.com/live/X571g4N2g74
Yes - Boxing CAN Thrive in the Era of Piracy!
PHONES: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +442081036051 (UK) Just wanted to give some quick thoughts on if/how boxing can thrive in the era of "cord cutting" and piracy. The music industry has shown us the way.
https://youtu.be/X4t7rEsUsaQ
Boxing’s Watered-Down State: How Did We Get Here?
Despite what many boxing purists will try to tell you, there is actually MORE talent in the sport today than any other time in history. However, there are fewer stars today - WHY? Michael Montero breaks down the current state of boxing, which is more fragmented and watered-down than ever, and explains how we got here. Get ready for a historical look at the sport.
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Episode 364: WBC vs Ring, Ward vs Rafael, Saudi Arabia takes over Boxing
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On episode 364 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero catches up on a ton of recent news in the fight game. The WBC is beefing with The Ring and cutting ties with BoxRec, Andre Ward has a Twitter spat with journalist Dan Rafael, the IBF strips Bud Crawford after protected Errol Spence for years, and the Saudis announce numerou
Episode 363: Santillan destroys Rocha, more Showtime Boxing talk, are you watching Fury vs Ngannou?
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) On episode 363 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero gives further insight into the collapse of Showtime Boxing, and phony "outrage" from apologists, Giovanni Santillan putting on a show in Inglewood, California, and thoughts on the Tyson Fury vs Frances Ngannou event.
https://youtube.com/live/4oxPtWvScf0
Showtime Boxing is No More
Michael Montero gives his thoughts on the official announcement that Showtime will end their boxing programming at the end of the year, after being a leader in the industry for decades. What does this mean for Al Haymon, Premier Boxing Champions (PBC) and his stable of 100+ fighters going forward?
https://youtube.com/live/0d_wvIWobUI
Episode 362: Misfits Melee in Manchester, Charlo Ducking Tszyu and Middleweight is Dead
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) On episode 362 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero gives his thoughts the "Misfits Boxing" circus in Manchester, England, if will Jermell Charlo fight Tim Tszyu, and Janibek Alimkhanuly reigning over a wretched middleweight division.
https://youtube.com/live/YY6abBhjX-4
Episode 361: Wood stops Warrington, Zurdo decisions Smith
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) On episode 361 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero reviews a shocking come-from-behind win by Leigh Wood over Josh Warrington in Sheffield, England, as well as an impressive victory by Gilberto "Zurdo" Ramirez over Joe Smith Jr in their cruiserweight debut. Montero also reviews this week's schedule. Janibek Alimkhanuly and V
Episode 360: Canelo Outclasses a Submissive Jermell Charlo
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) On episode 360 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero is joined by women's boxing historian Malissa Smith to talk about the upcoming ten-year anniversary for the International Women's Boxing Hall of Fame (IWBHF). Next, Montero reviews the lopsided mismatch between Canelo Alvarez and Jermell Charlo, which disappointed many fans.
Episode 359: Zhang Bangs Joyce Again; Preview of Canelo vs Charlo
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) On episode 359 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero reviews the rematch between Zhilei Zhang and Joe Joyce, which ended with a thunderous 3rd-round KO. Montero also previews the PPV match up between Canelo Alvarez and Jermell Charlo in Las Vegas.
https://youtube.com/live/1RGp2EkK3h4
Episode 358: Michael Montero Goes Pro
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) On episode 358 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero talks about his professional boxing debut, which took place last Saturday, 9 September. Montero also previews the schedule this week, including an interesting featherweight title fight between Luis Alberto Lopez vs Joet Gonzalez in Texas. https://youtube.com/live/umZGCG_HiBs
Episode 357: Usyk KO9 Dubois – The Low Blow Bros Lose Their Mind
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) On episode 357 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero gives his thoughts on the controversial fight between Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois in Poland last Saturday. Fans and media have been debating a punch in the fifth that was ruled low by referee Luis Pabon. Was it low? Was it legal? Everybody seems to feel they're an exper
Episode 356: Crawford making the media rounds, Usyk vs Dubois preview
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) On episode 356 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero gives his thoughts on Terence Crawford making the media rounds after his dominant victory over Errol Spence last month, and Alycia Baumgardner testing positive for two banned substances (PEDS). Next, Montero previews the fight schedule this week, including a mandatory defens
Episode 355: Joshua stops Helenius (Wilder next?), Navarrete beats Valdez
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) On episode 355 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero reviews wins by Anthony Joshua over Robert Helenius in London, and Emanuel Navarrete over Oscar Valdez in the USA. Is Joshua ready for a fight against Deontay Wilder? Who wins in that match up?
https://youtube.com/live/01njlllFWlM
Episode 354: The Spence-Crawford Fallout on Social Media; The Jake Paul Experiment Continues
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) On episode 354 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero talks about the fan/media freak out after Terence Crawford destroyed Errol Spence in their welterweight showdown a couple weeks back. Montero also gives his thoughts on the Jake Paul experiment, as the Ohio native just beat Nate Diaz by unanimous decision in Dallas. Montero
Episode 353: Crawford destroys Spence; was Bud underrated or was Spence overrated?
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) On episode 353 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero gives detailed reviews of dominant performances by Naoya Inoue in Tokyo and Terence Crawford in Las Vegas.
https://youtube.com/live/cndWCiA27R4
Episode 352: Previews of Fulton vs Inoue, Spence vs Crawford
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On episode 352 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero reviews the best week of boxing in 2023. On Tuesday in Tokyo, Stephen Fulton defends his unified junior featherweight titles against Japanese superstar Naoya Inoue. On Saturday in Las Vegas, Errol Spence Jr and Terence Crawford put their undefeated records on the line for th
Episode 352: Previews of Fulton vs Inoue, Spence vs Crawford
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) On episode 352 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero reviews the best week of boxing in 2023. On Tuesday in Tokyo, Stephen Fulton defends his unified junior featherweight titles against Japanese superstar Naoya Inoue. On Saturday in Las Vegas, Errol Spence Jr and Terence Crawford put their undefeated records on the line for th
Episode 351: Boots Ennis rolls on; Vergil Ortiz withdraws again, future unclear
On episode 351 of The Neutral Corner Boxing Podcast, host Michael Montero reviews another dominant win by Jaron "Boots" Ennis in Atlantic City and Vergil Ortiz Jr once again withdrawing from a fight due to medical issues. Next, he previews the schedule for this week - including the return of Nonito Donaire.
https://youtube.com/live/6-6ULAStodY
Episode 350: Mid-Year Review: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly
On episode 350 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero catches up on all the latest boxing news after a four-month hiatus from the show. Montero reviews the first half of 2023 - the good and the bad - and previews what's to come in the second half of the year.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZsTFUsVIFE
Radio Segment: Spence vs Crawford, Haney vs Loma, Canelo, Fury, Usyk and more!
A national radio segment from Sunday, 28 May featuring Michael Montero on the Dave Smith Show, on CBS Sports Radio. Dave and Mike discuss all the latest news in the boxing world - including the super fight between Errol Spence and Terence Crawford being officially announced for 29 July in Las Vegas, Devin Haney scoring a controversial points win over Vasiliy Lomachenko, Gervonta Davis and the lig
Haney UD Lomachenko, was Loma robbed?
Devin Haney defeated Vasiliy Lomachenko by unanimous decision last night in Las Vegas. Many fans and media alike feel that Loma should have got the nod. Michael Montero gives his thoughts on the fight, and the concerning history of the Nevada State Athletic Commission. https://youtu.be/Ld0hj2__P3U
Devin Haney vs Vasyl Lomachenko Preview
Michael Montero analyses the fight between Devin Haney and Vasyl Lomachenko on 20 May in Las Vegas. Haney will defend his undisputed lightweight championship against the Ukrainian legend on ESPN PPV. It's a classic "Youth vs Age" match up.
https://youtu.be/uBkGD7-TfsA
Is Canelo Álvarez Washed Up?
Fresh off a dominating win over John Ryder that went the distance, some are questioning whether Saul "Canelo" Alvarez is done as an elite fighter. Michael Montero gives his thoughts on the current "changing of the guard" going on in boxing.
https://youtu.be/ZhNey0z2lHA
It's Canelo Alvarez Fight Week!
Michael Montero previews the super middleweight championship fight between Saul "Canelo" Alvarez and John Ryder. The bout takes place in Guadalajara, Mexico this Saturday and will be broadcast on DAZN PPV.
https://youtu.be/nuZgn8UHh80
Davis vs Garcia does 1M+ PPV buys: Can They Do It Again?
According to unverified reports, the PPV fight between Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia sold more than one million units. What does this mean for the future of American boxing in terms of how fighters will be branded and marketed? How can social media be used to create demand in the PPV market going forward?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xrwbYahMlkc
Gervonta Davis stops Ryan Garcia; is Tank the face of American Boxing?
Gervonta "Tank" Davis dropped Ryan Garcia twice, scoring a KO7 win last night in Las Vegas. Is Tank the new face of American boxing? Michael Montero gives his views on the fight, the aftermath and what to expect in the future from both fighters.
https://youtu.be/vZo5II3y3qA
Gervonta Davis vs Ryan Garcia: BREAKDOWN AND PREDICTION
Michael Montero analyzes the fight between Gervonta "Tank" Davis and Ryan "KingRy" Garcia, which takes place this Saturday night in Las Vegas. The bout will be available on DAZN and Showtime PPV. Who wins the fight? And what happens to the winner and the loser afterwards? https://youtu.be/Zj9DBkA5fSc
Zhilei Zhang stops Joe Joyce, is he ready for Usyk and Fury?
Michael Montero gives his immediate thoughts on the heavyweight fight between Zhilei Zhang and Joe Joyce that took place tonight in London. Zhang (25-1-1, 20 KOs) scored the sixth-round stoppage to claim an interim title belt, handing Joyce his first loss as a pro. Is Zhang ready for the elite? Can Joyce rebound from this defeat? Montero breaks it all down.
https://youtu.be/B2polvjB96A
Time to Unplug from the Boxing Matrix
Sometimes in life, we need to take a break and reevaluate things. Boxing is a sport that takes but rarely gives back, is loved but rarely loves back. Right now, I just need to unplug from the Boxing Matrix and recharge my batteries. I hope you all understand.
https://youtu.be/wqQjqz4ZAJo
Episode 349: DAZN raises the rent, Lara and Nery score KO's, Paul vs Fury preview
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK)
On episode 349 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero gives his opinion on DAZN increasing their subscription price yet again. He also reviews knockout wins by Mauricio Lara over Leigh Wood in England and Luis Nery over Azat Havhannisyan in California, then previews the schedule this weekend. On Saturday, Jake Paul faces Tommy
Episode 348: Foster upsets Vargas, Wood vs Lara preview
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK)
On episode 348 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero catches up on the latest news, reviews an upset win by O'Shaquie Foster over Rey Vargas in Texas, and previews this weekend's schedule. In Nottingham, England, Leigh Wood defends his featherweight title against Mauricio Lara. In California, Luis Nery fights Azat Hovhannisyan
Episode 347: Navarrete survives a scare, Serrano and Baumgardner win in NYC
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK)
On episode 347 of The Neutral Corner Boxing podcast, host Michael Montero reviews wins by Emanuel Navarrete, Arnold Barboza, Amanda Serrano and Alycia Baumgardner last weekend. He also previews a PBC card that will be broadcast this Saturday night on Showtime, live from San Antonio, Texas. https://youtube.com/live/K334Ecx7PeY
Episode 346: Artur Beterbiev stops Anthony Yarde in a classic
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK)
On episode 346 of The Neutral Corner boxing podcast, host Michael Montero reviews a Fight Of The Year candidate between Artur Beterbiev and Anthony Yarde in London. The Russian successfully defended his unified light heavyweight titles with a TKO8 win, but Yarde gave him all he could handle in a classic slugfest. Montero also reviews a big KO win
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