Ade Oladipo Talks Boxing

Does Canelo STILL Have It? 🥊 | Mike Tyson Netflix Doc & Foster GREATNESS

Ade Oladipo Talks Boxing

Summary

The conversation highlights the contrasting perspectives of British and American boxing fans, particularly in response to the recent Dalton Smith fight. While British fans appreciated the technical skills displayed, American commentators labeled it as boring, reflecting a cultural preference for more aggressive, action-packed bouts. This disparity underscores the different expectations and tastes in boxing across the Atlantic.

The hosts also delve into the impact of inactivity among top fighters, emphasizing the need for champions like Oshaki Foster, who actively seek to fight regularly, to be rewarded. They express concern over the trend of fighters prioritizing financial gain over legacy, urging a return to a culture where boxers compete more frequently to enhance their reputations and skills.

Additionally, the discussion touches on the upcoming fights and potential matchups, including the significance of Canelo Alvarez's continued pursuit of legacy in the sport, despite questions about his current form. The episode concludes with a focus on the upcoming clash between Shev Clark and CBS, highlighting the importance of such matchups in elevating the profiles of the fighters involved.

Show Notes

DOES CANELO ALVAREZ STILL HAVE IT? 🥊

It’s Canelo vs Mbilli fight week! Can Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez turn back the clock and become WBC Super-Middleweight World Champion again, or will Christian Mbilli prove too much for the Mexican superstar?

Ade Oladipo and former Team GB boxer Ruth Raper discuss the biggest stories in boxing, including the brilliant Mike Tyson documentary on Netflix. Does it give us a new perspective on one of boxing’s most iconic and controversial figures?

Plus, O’Shaquie Foster’s outstanding performance against Emanuel Navarrete. Is Foster now the leading contender for Fighter of the Year, and where does he rank among boxing’s pound-for-pound best?

Ade and Ruth also discuss Chev Clarke vs Chris Billam-Smith and whether Dave Allen deserves a big fight against former heavyweight world champion Andy Ruiz Jr.

Can Canelo become world champion again? Is O’Shaquie Foster the Fighter of the Year? And what did you make of the Mike Tyson documentary?

Join Ade and Ruth for the latest boxing news, fight previews, reaction and debate.

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