Welcome to Episode 2 of The Champ & Contender Podcast! This emotional and inspiring episode features former professional boxer Kevin Mitchell, who takes us on a deep dive into his incredible boxing career and the personal struggles that shaped his journey. If you're a boxing fan or someone looking for a story of resilience and overcoming adversity, this episode is for you.
🥊 Kevin Mitchell shares his experience working with two of the biggest names in boxing—Eddie Hearn and Frank Warren—and provides an insider’s perspective on the business side of the sport. He also discusses the Saudi takeover of boxing and how it’s impacting sports globally. In a deeply personal moment, Kevin opens up about the tragic loss of his brother and how it changed his life. He reflects on the pain of that loss, the process of rebuilding himself, and how he found hope through supporting his son’s dream of following in his boxing footsteps. Kevin’s raw honesty and strength will leave you inspired and motivated to keep pushing through life’s toughest challenges.
🔑 Key Topics in This Episode: Kevin Mitchell’s boxing journey and career highlights Working with Eddie Hearn and Frank Warren in the world of professional boxing The impact of the Saudi takeover of boxing Overcoming personal tragedy and rebuilding after loss Supporting the next generation: Kevin Mitchell’s son and the future of boxing Resilience, family, and finding hope in the face of adversity
🥃 Plus, don’t miss our brand-new Showstopper Segment, where Kevin faces an impossible choice between two boxing legends—Roberto Duran and Manny Pacquiao—or else take a shot! This thrilling moment is just the beginning of exciting new features coming to the podcast! If you’re a fan of boxing, sports stories, or just need a dose of motivation, this episode will inspire you to keep going, no matter the obstacles.
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Chapters
00:00 - Intro
00:42 - Conversation with AJ
03:53 - Johnny Fisher
06:45 - How it all started
10:00 - Kevin talks about Conor McGregor
11:12 - First weigh cut at 18
16:05 - Social media boxers
18:12 - Meeting Gazza
19:28 - Repton boxing club
22:45 - Conor Mitchell my son
25:06 - Kevin’s thoughts on the Saudi takeover
26:54 - Frank Warren vs Eddie Hearn
29:40 - Teaching my son the in’s and out’s of boxing
31:51 - Conor Benn
33:05 - PT’ing in the West end stories
35:09 - Breidis Prescott
37:01 - Advice for AJ vs Daniel Dubois
41:04 - Plans to build a gym in honour of Vinnie
43:13 - What was Vinnie like ?
45:19 - The battle of losing my brother
47:07 - Depression
49:15 - Next up and coming star in boxing ?
51:33 - Conor Benn Situation
54:54 - Jorge Linares Training camp insight
57:47 - British Fighters
59:26 - Youtube boxers
1:02:23 - Frankenstein lightweight boxer
1:03:48 - Shot Stopper
1:09:52 - Autobiography
1:10:53 - What does West Ham mean to Kevin Mitchell
1:13:15 - Upton Park Sell out
