The Boxing Board Ep.3 | What is the greatest round in Boxing?

The Boxing Board Ep.3 | What is the greatest round in Boxing?

Author: BBC Radio 5 Live September 9, 2026 Duration: 41:47

What is the greatest round in boxing history? Chairman Ade Oladipo is determined to find out as The Boxing Board returns for another passionate debate.

Joining Ade are former WBO cruiserweight world champion and broadcaster Johnny Nelson, alongside comedian and boxing commentator Kevin “KG” Garry. Together, the board tackles four categories: the best round involving a British fighter, the best round since 2010, the best round in a championship bout and the best round in a non-championship bout.

Can anything top the unforgettable ninth round of Gatti vs Ward? Where does Danny Williams’ remarkable one-armed comeback in round six against Mark Potter rank among British boxing’s greatest moments? And has there ever been a more explosive opening round than Hagler vs Hearns?

Expect passion, unexpected takes and another classic story from Johnny “The Entertainer” Nelson.


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