5 Live Boxing with Steve Bunce

Eddie Hearn, a key player in boxing promotion and longtime advocate for Anthony Joshua, dives into the surprising Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua fight. He shares how the controversial matchup came to be and its implications for both fighters' careers. Eddie discusses Joshua's cautious approach, Jake Paul's ambitious training regimens, and the significant pressures both face. He also reflects on AJ's evolution from a budding talent to a heavyweight champion, highlighting pivotal moments that shaped his journey. This fight serves as a unique pivot in their illustrious paths.

Work or pleasure? Whatever the excuse, Buncey found his way to Monte Carlo for a dramatic night of boxing that saw Shabaz Masoud outpoint Peter McGrail to claim the European super-bantamweight title. Joined by Darren Barker, he looks back at that fight and the others on a dramatic night of boxing. We also hear from Conah Walker after his stunning 12th-round knockout of Pat McCormack, and from Johnny Fisher, who overcame an early knockdown to stop Ivan Balaz.

Did BBC TV’s return to boxing live up to the hype? Former British middleweight champion Neville Brown joins Buncey to reflect on a dramatic night in Derby, where Jeamie TKV upset Frazer Clarke and Fran Hennessy won every round against Fabiana Bytyqi. We hear from both fighters, plus promoter Ben Shalom.

Boxing’s back on prime-time BBC TV this Saturday, so Buncey’s in Derby catching up with the fighters. He chats to Frazer Clarke about the pressure of a hometown fight and checks in with TKV, who’s hoping to make a statement. Francesca Hennessy and her dad Mick drop in ahead of her opening the BBC Two show at eight. And promoter Ben Shalom tells us how you can feel the tension between the two heavies starting to bubble.

Is it time for Ben Whittaker to kick on? The Olympic silver medallist has signed with Matchroom Boxing and sits down with Buncey to reflect on the journey that’s brought him here. We also hear from Richie Woodhall, who coached him in the build-up to the Olympics, as well as insights from his trainer Andy Lee and his promoter Eddie Hearn.

Sergio Mora, a former professional boxer turned insightful analyst, joins the discussion to dissect David Benavidez's impressive win over Anthony Yarde, highlighting his deceptive strengths. They explore the thrilling fight between Abdullah Mason and Sam Noakes, which is praised as a potential fight of the year. The conversation also delves into Devin Haney’s standout performance and Bam Rodriguez’s impressive victory. Mora shares his upcoming plans while reflecting on an exhilarating year in boxing, revealing insights from ringside interviews.

Where does Bam Rodriguez sit on the current pound for pound list? And how the fight between Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul made?Eddie Hearn sits down with Buncey to answer those questions, ahead of a night of world title fights in Riyad. They discuss Subriel Matias’ failed doping test and where it leaves Dalton Smith. Plus, Eddie shares the story of a very expensive beard trim.There's commentary of David Benavidez against Anthony Yarde on 5 live and BBC Sounds from 2am on Sunday. Commentary of the undercard, including Sam Noakes against Abdullah Mason, from 11pm on Sports Extra.

Can Anthony Yarde do something special to win a world title at the third time of asking or is David Benavidez too mean? Buncey is joined by Sergio Mora to break down that fight and Saturday's stacked bill in Riyadh. He catches up with Anthony Yarde and two of the unbeaten prospects meeting for a world title on the undercard, Sam Noakes and Abdullah Mason. We'll have live commentary of all four world title fights, starting at Saturday night at 11pm on 5 Sports Extra and BBC Sounds.Plus, there's Moses Itauma's reaction to the announcement that Anthony Joshua will face Jake Paul next month.

Will there be a trilogy? Richie Woodhall joins Buncey to reflect on Conor Benn's points win over Chris Eubank Jr, They hear from both fighters and promoter Eddie Hearn.

Will it be repeat or revenge? Richie Woodhall joins Buncey to look at where the fight will be won and lost. We hear from both fighters, plus both of their trainers. And they discuss the news that Joseph Parker has failed a drugs test.