Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) 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 Netflix. Alvarez is 6-0 since losing to undisputed light heavyweight champions Dmitry Bivol in 2022, b...
Jun 14, 2025•1 hr 49 min
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, Lomachenko ultimately became a divisive figure among fight fans, particularly in America. Michael Mont...
Jun 06, 2025•1 hr 20 min
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. https://youtube.com/live/Grn23jqMAd4
May 07, 2025•49 min
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. https://youtube.com/live/DRHj2XG6J4Y
Feb 21, 2025•2 hr 13 min
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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YVujonB-GEY
Feb 03, 2025•38 min
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) 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! https://youtube.com/live/iekqVzKWjR8
Dec 31, 2024•2 hr 10 min
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, and a top ten all time great heavyweight. https://youtube.com/live/-65ydnWJ0_o
Dec 21, 2024•1 hr 18 min
Michael Montero joined Sport Nation New Zealand to preview the rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury, plus other news and rumors in boxing.
Dec 20, 2024•14 min
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 and more. https://youtube.com/live/90Slm204j-E
Dec 06, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) 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' knockout win over Anthony Joshua a few weeks ago in London, and more. https://www.youtube.com/live/nU...
Oct 11, 2024•1 hr 34 min
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) 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. When will Tank finally step up and face the elite? https://youtube.com/live/EXuI1CyFl1g
Sep 21, 2024•52 min
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) 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 Beterbiev vs Dmitry Bivol (10/12), Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul (11/15), Oleksandr Usyk vs Tyson Fury II (12...
Aug 30, 2024•1 hr 32 min
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
Aug 12, 2024•25 min
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
Jul 31, 2024•1 hr 45 min
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? https://youtube.com/live/EVszTOnD1dM
Jul 15, 2024•36 min
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) 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 villain? Is he a victim? Or is he a little bit of both in certain ways? We'll also have some Pound-for-Pound...
Jul 06, 2024•1 hr 11 min
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) 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
Jun 29, 2024•1 hr 35 min
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.
Jun 02, 2024•30 min
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
May 19, 2024•1 hr 9 min
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
May 18, 2024•1 hr 38 min
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
May 06, 2024•36 min
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
May 02, 2024•41 min
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
Apr 23, 2024•36 min
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) 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. https://youtube.com/live/itV2V-dE4yI
Apr 12, 2024•1 hr 35 min
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) 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! https://youtube.com/live/d6W94PJsqgo
Mar 25, 2024•1 hr 18 min
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
Mar 15, 2024•21 min
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
Mar 09, 2024•1 hr 30 min
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 Glaser first broke the story earlier this year, but it wasn't officially announced until now. Why is the Am...
Feb 26, 2024•49 min
Phones: 1-213-267-7787 (USA), +44 2081 036051 (UK) 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. What's going on? https://youtube.com/live/ubB3PVCJWjk
Feb 23, 2024•1 hr 29 min
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
Feb 12, 2024•45 min
