Froch On Fighting

Carl Froch

Carl Froch was a warrior in the ring. It won him four world titles and made him one of the most popular British boxers in recent history. In this podcast he brings his unique insight into the mind of a fighter - the violence, the pain and the glory - to the current issues in the boxing world, as well as exclusive interviews with the biggest names. ALSO available on YouTube - Froch On Fighting.

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188 episodes
Updated July 28

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Aug 6, 2020 · 33 min
Queensbury v Matchroom, Tyson v Jones Jr and how good was Eggington-Cheeseman?
Carl and Fletch react to the news that Frank Warren has put forward a proposal to Eddie Hearn to pit their two stables of fighters against each other, and what it could mean for the future of the sport in the UK. The boys can’t help but be excited over Mike Tyson’s bout against Roy Jones Jr next month and also discuss what a pity it was that Ted Cheeseman’s points victory over Sam Eggington wasn’t in front of the fans at the weekend.
Jul 16, 2020 · 1 hr 3 min
Adam Smith on AJ v Fury obstacles, the future of PPV and Whyte v Povetkin in the garden
Sky Sports' head of boxing Adam Smith joins Carl Froch and Darren Fletcher to discuss the return of boxing behind closed doors, including Dillian Whyte v Alexander Povetkin and Katie Taylor v Delphine Persoon, the future of pay-per-view boxing and whether Anthony Joshua v Tyson Fury could be made with the co-operation of the two main UK broadcasters.
Jul 2, 2020 · 45 min
Whyte v Fury gaining momentum, Billy Joe turns down Canelo and Jarrell Miller
Carl and Fletch react to the growing beef between Dillian Whyte and Tyson Fury, debate the middleweight and supermiddleweight picture as Billy Joe Saunders apparently ruled himself out of fighting Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez, and ask what should be next after Jarrell Miller failed another drugs test.
Jun 25, 2020 · 40 min
Should Fury fight Whyte, or vacate and fight AJ?
With Dillian Whyte still in line for his mandatory shot at Tyson Fury's WBC world heavyweight title, Carl and Fletch attempt to unpick the messy heavyweight landscape and assess how it might affect a potential fight between Fury and Anthony Joshua.
Jun 11, 2020 · 59 min
Joshua v Fury is on?! Plus Mikkel Kessler special
After the news yesterday that there had been an 'agreement' for a fight between Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury, Carl and Darren analyse what we've actually learned and when we might actually see the fight happening. Then, former world super middleweight champion Mikkel Kessler joins the podcast to discuss the two classic fights between the Viking Warrior and the Cobra.
May 28, 2020 · 56 min
Did Eddie Hearn nearly get Carl disqualified v Bute?!
In part two of the Eddie Hearn interview, Carl remembers why he signed with the unproven young promoter, when things nearly went pear-shaped in the excitement during the Lucian Bute fight, and how the Groves fight came about.
May 21, 2020 · 33 min
Eddie Hearn on back garden fights, AJ in 2020, and Froch's endless phone calls!
Eddie Hearn joins the podcast to talk about his plan for restarting boxing, what it could mean for the biggest stars in the sport including Anthony Joshua, and his long fight day phone calls with the Cobra!
May 14, 2020 · 45 min
Boxing behind closed doors could be dangerous
With boxing’s potential return in July, Carl explains why he’s not a fan of fights taking place in empty venues and suggests the sport should consider waiting until it’s 100% safe to do so. And with Mike Tyson threatening to come out of retirement aged 53, Carl tells us why it’s a bad idea.
May 7, 2020 · 56 min
Rob McCracken on building confidence, mistakes made v Ward and when to call it quits
Carl's trainer Rob McCracken joins the podcast to explain how he built Carl from a nervous amateur into a world champion, the times in their career together when it didn't go right and his work now with heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua.
Apr 30, 2020 · 45 min
The truth about AJ, and the mindset of a champion
Carl sets the record straight regarding Anthony Joshua after a dodgy pound-for-pound list was released, and explains how nerves and fear can work for or against a fighter in their boxing career.
Apr 23, 2020 · 56 min
Pub brawls, the Vegas retirement fight and dream super middleweight matchups
Carl remembers his time working the doors in his family's pub as a teenager, reveals how close he was to fighting Julio Cesar Chavez jr in Las Vegas to end his career, and says which super middleweights from history he'd love to fight - including Marvelous Marvin Hagler, Roberto Duran and Nigel Benn.
Apr 16, 2020 · 55 min
Calzaghe response and how pay-per-view REALLY works
Carl replies to Joe Calzaghe after last week's lively episode, and then lifts the lid on how fighters get paid, from their first fights as a pro up to headlining pay-per-view bills.
Apr 9, 2020 · 50 min
What happens post-fight and calling out Calzaghe
From final bell to returning home, Carl explains what a boxer has to go through both practically and emotionally in the aftermath of a big fight. He talks about having to juggle doctors, drug testers and media with wanting to spend time with friends and family. And what chance of seeing the fight that never was? Carl has a message for Joe Calzaghe!
Apr 2, 2020 · 1 hr 2 min
Building up to fight night
Flicking through his old diaries again, Carl recounts his pre-fight routine from weigh-in to first bell. Referencing many of his world title fights, he talks about the psychological importance of the weigh-in, how he stayed focussed in those hours before the fight, what he did to deal with the nerves and why nailing the ring walk right was so important.
Mar 26, 2020 · 43 min
How to train to win a world title
Carl breaks down his training routines throughout his career, using the notebooks in which he recorded every run, press up and sparring session. He breaks down some brutal sparring sessions with Tony Bellew, and how he knew he was in the best shape of his life leading up to the second Groves fight.
Mar 21, 2020 · 35 min
Fury's number one, a heavyweight tournament and Froch v Golovkin?
Carl and Darren reflect on the heavyweight landscape after Tyson Fury's dominant victory over Deontay Wilder, where it leaves Dillian Whyte and Anthony Joshua, and Carl reveals how close he was to taking a fight with Gennady Golovkin.
Feb 19, 2020 · 39 min
Wilder v Fury II: The Preview
Ahead of the huge night at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Carl breaks down how he sees the fight unfolding. He dissects the contrasting styles of both boxers and assesses where the bout is likely to be won and lost.
Feb 13, 2020 · 33 min
Brook's back, Dubois v Joyce and Ant Middleton responds!
After Kell Brook made a winning return to the ring last week, what are his options as his career approaches the final chapter? Also, Terri Harper's win, suspicious circumstances surrounding Dave Allen v Dorian Darch, and an early look at Daniel Dubois v Joe Joyce.
Feb 6, 2020 · 44 min
The belt collection and Froch v Ant Middleton?
What happens when you win a world title? Carl shows off his belts and other mementos from his biggest fights, plus would he beat former SAS soldier Ant Middleton in a fight?!
Jan 29, 2020 · 38 min
What next for AJ, Fury v Wilder 2, and Ant Middleton in the Riyadh Ritz
Are there still questions hanging over Anthony Joshua ahead of his next fight? Carl and Fletch debate what they need to see from AJ against Kubrat Pulev later in the year, take an early look at the rematch between Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury, and Carl tells a few stories from his time in Saudi Arabia.