WBC World Featherweight Champion Gary Russell Jr. and unbeaten 122-pound contender Carlos Castro are this week's guests on The PBC Podcast. Russell discusses his title defense against Mark Magsayo Saturday, January 22 on SHOWTIME, and maps out his plan for 2022. Castro is brimming with confidence ahead of his battle against two-division champ Luis Nery Saturday, February 5th, on FOX Sports pay-per-view. Plus, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal list the five fights they want to see in ...
Jan 12, 2022•51 min•Ep. 139
Former 140-pound world champion Mario "El Azteca" Barrios and PBC Vice President Tim Smith are this week's guests. Barrios discusses his explosive showdown versus Keith Thurman when they square off Saturday, February 5, in the main event of a FOX Sports pay-per-view, in Las Vegas. Smith looks back at the year that was for PBC and teases what's to come in 2022. Plus, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal recap last Saturday's FOX Sports pay-per-view, and list their five breakout candidate...
Jan 05, 2022•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 138
Undefeated lightweight prospect Frank Martin and SHOWTIME Sports President Stephen Espinoza are this week's guests on a special edition of The PBC Podcast. You don't want to miss what they had to say! Plus, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal recap last weekend's action, and look ahead to Saturday night's explosive heavyweight extravaganza on FOX Sports pay-per-view. Last but not least, the unveiling of the PBC Podcast 2021 Year-End Award winners. For show notes and more info, click he...
Dec 29, 2021•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 137
Rising welterweight prospect Vito Mielnicki Jr. joins The PBC Podcast this week to discuss his homecoming bout versus Nicholas DeLomba on Christmas in a FOX PBC Fight Night main event from Prudential Center in New Jersey. Plus, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal recap last weekend's action and go Toe to Toe over who should be the next opponent for Deontay Wilder. For show notes and more info, click here: https://www.premierboxingchampions.com/podcast...
Dec 22, 2021•45 min•Ep. 136
This week on The PBC Podcast, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal look back at Sunday night's thrilling battle between Gervonta "Tank" Davis and Isaac "Pitbull" Cruz. Plus, a breakdown of the entire card and, in the Toe to Toe section, the top five possible opponents for Davis. Finally, a look ahead to the return of Nonito Donaire Saturday night on SHOWTIME and this year's 2022 Hall of Fame class. For show notes and more info, click here: https://www.premierboxingchampions.com/podcast...
Dec 08, 2021•43 min•Ep. 135
Renowned trainer Derrick James breaks down Sunday night's SHOWTIME pay-per-view featuring pound for pound entrant and boxing superstar Gervonta "Tank" Davis putting his world lightweight title on the line against the hard-hitting Isaac "Pitbull" Cruz. James also offers updates on Errol Spence Jr., Jermell Charlo, Marcus Browne and Frank Martin. Plus, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal recap last weekend's action, analyze the entireDavis-Cruz card & list their top five biggest punc...
Dec 01, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 134
Former unified world welterweight champion Keith Thurman discusses his highly-anticipated ring return, who he is targeting and why his greatest moments in the sport are ahead of him. Also, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal fully break down Saturday night's battle between undefeated 122-pound champions Brandon Figueroa and Stephen Fulton, live on PBC on SHOWTIME. Finally, in this week’s Toe to Toe segment, an unveiling of the top five pound-for-pound fighters in the sport today. For s...
Nov 24, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 133
Two undefeated fighters join the show as WBC World Super Bantamweight Champion Brandon Figueroa drops by to discuss his unification bout versus Stephen Fulton Saturday, November 27, at Park MGM in Las Vegas, live on SHOWTIME, and former super featherweight champ Chris "Prime Time" Colbert looks ahead to a breakout 2022. Plus, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal recap David Benavidez's impressive win last Saturday and, in this week's Toe to Toe section, list the top five divisions in bo...
Nov 17, 2021•44 min•Ep. 132
Undefeated, two-time super middleweight champion David Benavidez and top contender Kyrone Davis are this week's guests as they discuss their 168-pound clash Saturday night on PBC on SHOWTIME. Plus, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal break down the matchup, recap last Saturday's entire epic Canelo Alvarez-Caleb Plant pay-per-view card and, on this week's Toe to Toe segment, list the five fighters they want to see Canelo face next! For show notes and more info, click here: https://www.p...
Nov 10, 2021•59 min•Ep. 131
Undefeated WBC World Middleweight Champion Jermall Charlo updates fans on what could be next for him and shares his perspective on the undisputed super middleweight showdown between Canelo Álvarez and Caleb Plant which takes place Saturday night on SHOWTIME PPV. Also, respected trainer Derrick James gives his "Keys To Victory" for Canelo-Plant and boxing writer and historian Cliff Rold offers his take on the highly-anticipated super-bout, plus hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal weigh ...
Nov 03, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 130
Lots of knowledge is shared this week as two-time super middleweight champion Anthony Dirrell and renowned strength & conditioning coach Larry Wade impart their wisdom on this week's show. Also, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal recap last weekend's action, look ahead to Saturday night's PBC on SHOWTIME card and list the top five greatest performances in the career of Canelo Alvarez. For show notes and more info, click here: https://www.premierboxingchampions.com/podcast...
Oct 27, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 129
Eddy Reynoso is focused on preparing Mexican superstar Canelo Álvarez for his undisputed super middleweight showdown versus Caleb Plant Saturday, November 6 on SHOWTIME PPV. But the trainer/manager is carving out his own legacy in the process, not only as the best trainer today, but one of the greatest ever. You don’t want to miss what he has to say on a variety of topics this week. Plus, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal recap last weekend’s action, look ahead and, of course, go Toe...
Oct 20, 2021•51 min•Ep. 128
Renowned trainer Derrick James joins the podcast to discuss working with Marcus Browne ahead of Browne’s showdown versus Artur Beterbiev on December 17. James also provides updates on Errol Spence Jr., Jermell Charlo and Frank Martin, and shares his thoughts on last Saturday’s epic third bout between Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder. Plus, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal recap the entire pay-per-view card, break down Fury-Wilder III and rank it among the great heavyweight bouts in rec...
Oct 13, 2021•58 min•Ep. 127
Trainer Stephen "Breadman" Edwards gives his expert take on the trilogy bout between WBC Heavyweight Champion Tyson Fury and former long-time champion Deontay Wilder, set for Saturday night on pay-per-view. Edwards also discusses reuniting with Julian Williams, the November 6 pay-per-view clash between Canelo Alvarez and Caleb Plant and much more. Plus, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie preview Saturday's entire card and, of course, go Toe to Toe. For show notes and more info, click here: https://www.prem...
Oct 06, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 126
International Boxing Hall of Fame inductee & trainer James “Buddy” McGirt breaks down the upcoming Tyson Fury vs. Deontay Wilder third clash on Saturday, October 9 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, live on pay-per-view. McGirt also analyzes the November 6th blockbuster pay-per-view featuring Canelo Alvarez and Caleb Plant, talks Joshua-Usyk and more. Plus, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal recap last weekend’s action, discuss the Fury-Wilder 3 undercard and list their top five heav...
Sep 29, 2021•47 min•Ep. 125
Unbeaten two-time world super middleweight champion David Benavidez discusses his November 13 clash with Jose Uzcategui on SHOWTIME, fighting Jermall Charlo and offers his thoughts on the fiery Canelo-Plant press conference. Heavyweight contender Robert Helenius talks about sparring Deontay Wilder and his October 9 rematch versus Adam Kownacki on the Fury-Wilder 3 FOX PPV card. Plus, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal recap Tuesday’s Canelo-Plant presser and much more. For show notes ...
Sep 22, 2021•53 min•Ep. 124
Heavyweight contender Adam Kownacki joins The PBC Podcast this week to discuss his upcoming rematch versus Robert Helenius, and share his thoughts on Fury-Wilder 3, as both fights are set to occur Saturday, October 9, at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, live on pay-per-view. Plus, in the spirit of Mexican Independence Day, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal list their top five Mexican fighters of the past 30 years. For show notes and more info, click here: https://www.premierboxingchampio...
Sep 14, 2021•37 min•Ep. 123
Former heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder gives listeners a look inside his mindset as he discusses training camp with new trainer Malik Scott, becoming a “new, improved Deontay Wilder” and offers his prediction for fight night. Plus, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal recap Sunday night's FOX PBC Fight Night card, the prelims and, in this week's Toe to Toe section, list their five biggest surprises in 2021 thus far. For show notes and more info, click here: https://www.premierboxing...
Sep 08, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 122
Unbeaten IBF World Super Middleweight Champion Caleb “Sweethands” Plant and undefeated rising sensation Jesus Ramos Jr. are this week’s guests. Brimming with confidence, Plant discusses his 168-pound undisputed battle versus Saul “Canelo” Alvarez Saturday, November 6, and explains why he will emerge victorious. Ramos breaks down his headliner versus Brian Mendoza this Sunday, September 5, on FOX PBC Fight Night. Plus, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal preview that matchup and more! F...
Sep 01, 2021•54 min•Ep. 121
WBA World Welterweight Champion Yordenis Ugas reflects on his monumental victory over Manny Pacquiao last Saturday and looks ahead to the future. Plus, WBO World Super Bantamweight Champion Stephen Fulton Jr. discusses his upcoming September 18 world title unification against WBC Champion Brandon Figueroa live on SHOWTIME. Also, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal recap Saturday night's entire pay-per-view card, look back at their favorite Manny Pacquiao moments and more! For show note...
Aug 26, 2021•59 min•Ep. 120
In separate interviews, former world champions Robert Guerrero and Victor Ortiz reflect on their storied careers and look ahead to their showdown Saturday night in the co-feature to the epic Manny Pacquiao-Yordenis Ugas main event Saturday night live on YouTube pay-per-view and FOX Sports pay-per-view. Plus, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal analyze Saturday's entire card, recap last weekend's action and go Toe to Toe over the top five Cuban professional boxers of the past 30 years. ...
Aug 18, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 119
Undefeated, unified WBC/IBF World Welterweight Champion Errol Spence Jr. and unbeaten bantamweight Gary Antonio Russell are this week's guests. Spence breaks down his super-fight versus Manny Pacquiao Saturday, August 21 on FOX Sports pay-per-view while Russell discusses his showdown versus Emmanuel Rodriguez this Saturday, August 14, on the Rigondeaux-Casimero undercard on SHOWTIME. Plus, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal recap last weekend's action and preview Saturday's entire SHO...
Aug 09, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 118
Undefeated two-time world super middleweight champion David Benavidez and older brother, former 140-pound titlist Jose Benavidez Jr., join The PBC Podcast for separate interviews. The Benavidez brothers return to the ring Saturday, August 21, in their hometown of Phoenix, Arizona, live on SHOWTIME. Plus, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal recap last weekend's fights, preview the FOX PBC Fight Night card on Saturday and reveal their lists of five fights that made Manny Pacquiao great. ...
Aug 03, 2021•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 117
Unbeaten Michael Coffie discusses sparring Deontay Wilder and Adam Kownacki and, of course, his headliner versus Jonathan Rice Saturday at the Prudential Center in Newark, live on FOX PBC Fight Night. Also, Malik Scott, current trainer of former WBC world heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder, explains how Team Wilder is adjusting to the fight's delay and why this is the best camp Wilder has ever had. Plus, a full break down of Saturday's entire card, the top five pound for pounders in 2025 and mo...
Jul 28, 2021•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 116
Renowned trainer Freddie Roach gives an update on training camp as he prepares the legendary Manny Pacquiao to face undefeated unified welterweight world champion Errol Spence Jr. Saturday, August 21 on FOX Sports pay-per-view. Plus, 140-pound contender Darwin Price is calling out names as he seeks the big fights, and we review last Saturday's entire Charlo-Castaño SHOWTIME card, look back at legends who turned back the clock and more! For show notes and more info, click here: https://www.premie...
Jul 22, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 115
Undefeated WBA Interim 135-pound World Champion Rolando "Rolly" Romero discusses his co-main event versus Anthony Yigit Saturday night on SHOWTIME. Also, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal preview the epic main event, featuring world champions Jermell Charlo and Brian Castano facing off to crown the first ever undisputed 154-pound champion in the four-belt era. Plus, a break down of the Pacquiao-Spence press conference, the top five 154-pounders of the past 30 years and much more! For...
Jul 14, 2021•42 min•Ep. 114
Boxing's longest reigning world champion, WBC 126-pound titlist Gary Russell Jr. discusses family ties, Gervonta Davis, Leo Santa Cruz, Devin Haney & more in an in-depth interview. Plus, we recap last weekend's action, including big wins for Chris Colbert and Michel Rivera, and reveal our 2021 Mid-Year PBC Awards! For show notes and more info, click here: https://www.premierboxingchampions.com/podcast
Jul 07, 2021•51 min•Ep. 113
Undefeated WBA Interim World Super Featherweight Champion Chris "Prime Time" Colbert discusses Saturday's SHOWTIME main event versus the toughest opponent of his career, former world title challenger Tugstogt Nyambayar. Plus, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal recap all of the weekend's scintillating action, from last Saturday's SHOWTIME PPV to Sunday night's FOX PBC Fight Night card--and more! For show notes and more info, click here: https://www.premierboxingchampions.com/podcast...
Jun 30, 2021•1 hr 12 min•Ep. 112
This Week on The PBC Podcast, hosts Kenneth Bouhairie and Michael Rosenthal analyze Saturday night's entire SHOWTIME pay-per-view card, live from State Farm Arena in Atlanta. The main event features undefeated two-division champion Gervonta "Tank" Davis moving up two weight classes to challenge unbeaten WBA World 140-pound champion Mario "El Azteca" Barrios in an explosive headliner. Plus, we look back at Jermall Charlo's thrilling title defense over Juan Macias Montiel last weekend, and more! F...
Jun 23, 2021•49 min•Ep. 111
Legendary trainer Ronnie Shields joins The PBC Podcast this week to discuss the evolution of his fighter, unbeaten WBC World Middleweight Champion Jermall Charlo, and breaks down the two-division champ's title defense against hard-hitting Juan Macias Montiel Saturday night on PBC on SHOWTIME. Plus, we analyze Tuesday's Fury-Wilder 3 press conference and more. For show notes and more info, click here: https://www.premierboxingchampions.com/podcast...
Jun 16, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 110
