First Round TV

Everyone has got Dana White vs Eddie Hearn Wrong! Usyk vs Wardley next? - FR show EP #15

18K views · 7mo ago · 45:56

Darren Barker and Propa Boxing are back for Episode 15 of The First Round Show In this episode, the lads react to Tom Aspinall signing with Match room Talent, debate Dana White, Eddie Hearn and Zuffa Boxing, and break down Jai Opetaia’s win over Brandon Glanton.

Topics: Tom Aspinall signs with Matchroom Talent · Dana White, Eddie Hearn and Zuffa Boxing debate · Jai Opetaia vs Brandon Glanton reaction · IBF belt confusion and Zuffa title fallout · Conor Benn undercard announced · TKV vs Richard Riakporhe preview

Tony Bellew Brutally Honest on Usyk and Reveals all on Conor Benn! - FR Show Ep 14

20K views · 8mo ago · 48:31

Sonny’s away, so Darren’s joined by his old mate and massive boxing fan Bigwa for Episode 14 — and it’s stacked. We break down the wild news of Oleksandr Usyk set to fight Glory kickboxing legend Rico Verhoeven in Egypt (yes, really), including what it means for Usyk’s legacy, the WBC belt confusion, and whether this is the start of more crossover mega-events.

Topics: Bigwa’s first car story (sound-effect alarm / Tarzan + wolf whistle) · Topic 1: Usyk vs Rico Verhoeven announced (May 23, Egypt) · Why Egypt / pyramids backdrop + crossover-event trend (Ngannou comparison) · Rico’s background: Glory star, trained with the Furies, sparred Tyson · WBC confusion: title? special belt? rankings issue · What’s next for Usyk’s legacy after Rico? (cash-out vs legacy fights)

It's all KICKING off! Frank Warren Sues Turki! Dave Allen Brutally Honest on Conor Benn! - EP #13

26K views · 8mo ago · 54:12

Darren Barker and Propa Boxing react to Conor Benn leaving Matchroom (and why the way it happened has people fuming), plus the latest behind-the-scenes power struggle as reports swirl around Frank Warren, Saudi boxing plans, TKO and Dana White.

Topics: Episode Intro Tech Woes · Breaking Boxing Lawsuit · Boxing Drama Behind Scenes · Dave Allen Joins Malta · Post Fight Breakdown · Big Names Next Plans

Fury’s Comeback, Wardley–Dubois FIREWORKS + Sam Jones Unfiltered

9.6K views · 8mo ago · 1:15:20

Guest: Sam Jones

Episode 12 of The First Round Show — Darren Barker is joined by Sam Jones as the lads break down the biggest fights in boxing right now. Sam gives the inside view on Fabio Wardley vs Daniel Dubois (May 9) and why he thinks it’s a true pay-per-view fight — “someone’s getting flattened.” We also talk Pat Brown’s next step, the long-term plan (and the Opetaia debate), plus updates on Jack Catterall’s world title road and what’s next for Conah Walker.

Topics: “Didn’t press record...” + Sam Jones intro · Wardley vs Dubois confirmed — how it came together · Manchester / Co-op Live + why this is a real PPV fight · Dubois’ trainer switch (Tony Sims → Don Charles) · If Dubois wins... what next in the heavyweight landscape? · “If you’ve got a problem with this fight, boxing ain’t for you”

Eddie Hearn Goes in on Deontay Wilder vs Derek Chisora. Anthony Joshua Update EP #11

33K views · 8mo ago · 1:09:38

EDDIE HEARN Talks Josh Kelly, Shakur Stevenson, Conor Benn, AJ Comeback & Wilder vs Chisora Drama | First Round Show We deep dive into potential mega-fights including Boots Ennis vs Vergil Ortiz, Conor Benn vs Shakur Stevenson, and a potential Ryan Garcia showdown. Eddie also opens up about Anthony Joshua’s mental reset and the reality of a future clash with Tyson Fury. Plus: reflections on Teofimo Lopez, Shakur’s jab masterclass, and wild fan theories about Fury’s gloves...