The First Round with Darren Barker
Step into the ring with former world champion Darren Barker as he sits down with boxing’s biggest names to uncover the stories behind their rise, their battles, and their glory. From career-defining moments to personal struggles, get raw, unfiltered insights into the lives of the sport’s elite. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or just getting started, this is boxing at its realest—up close and personal. Follow us to make sure you never miss an Episode! https://www.youtube.com/@firstroundtv
Dave Allen: The Most Honest Boxer in Britain, Boxing Saved Me From Myself, I will knock out Johnny Fisher
Dave Allen is back – and he’s not holding back. In this emotional and unpredictable conversation with Darren Barker, the White Rhino revisits the highs and brutal lows of his career.
From sparring Tyson Fury and Usyk and getting battered by Tony Yoka, to being called a “fat pig” in France and paying to fight on the small hall scene – this is a deep dive into boxing’s most unlikely cult hero.
Now training kids in Doncaster and preparing for one last shot against Johnny Fisher, Dave reveals what keeps him in the game… and what nearly to...
Chris Billam Smith: Missing out on Millions, Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn Must win Redemption fight
In this raw and emotional episode, Chris Billam-Smith sits down with Darren Barker to tell the unfiltered story of his rise from sleeping in a motorhome to becoming a world champion.
Before fighting on the huge Chris Eubank Jr vs Conor Benn fight at Selhurst Park on April 26th against American powerhouse Brandon Glanton, Chris opens up about the defining moments of his journey:
➡️ Living without running water or power
➡️ Falling short of Team GB
➡️ Getting written off after losing to Richard Riakporhe
➡️ And the night he lifted the WBO world title...
Tony Bellew: The Scouser Who Shook the World. Glory, Grief, and Returning to the ring
In this unmissable episode, former world champion Tony Bellew sits down with Darren Barker for the most honest conversation of his career. From Goodison Park glory to Creed, from the pain of family loss to the pressure of defining moments — Bellew holds nothing back.
He opens up on the war with David Haye, facing Usyk, and why he nearly walked away from boxing for good. A powerful look into legacy, identity, and what it really takes to chase your dream when everything’s on the line.
One of the realest voices in British boxing. Don’t miss...
Conor Benn: The Son of a Legend, Fighting for His Own Name. A Story of Controversy, Redemption and Destiny
For the first time In this exclusive podcast Conor Benn joins Darren to talk about the incredible roller coaster of a life he has had. Conor talks about everything from the controversy over the drugs test and everything he did to prove his innocence. To his insane journey as being the son of the his famous dad Nigel Benn and how thats effected his own journey rising through the ranks of British boxing. Conor opens up how the drugs case affected him and everything he had to go through to make it through that. With Conor now found innocent...
Joseph Parker: From Forgotten to Feared Parker’s Historic Redemption Run. Carrying a Nation, Chasing a Crown.
In this episode we get the absolute privilege to sit down with former heavy weight world champion Joseph Parker ahead of his massive fight with Daniel Dubois. Joe has had an incredible journey in boxing and an insane comeback story. Joe talks about his thoughts on Daniel Dubois's behaviour, What Tyson fury did for him that no one knows and his thoughts on the potential Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury fight. This was an absolute blast and you're gonna get to know Joe in a way you've never seen before!
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Johnny Fisher: The Full Untold Story of Eddie Hearn's Next Heavy Weight Star
In this podcast DAZN's commentator Darren Barker sits down with boxing sensation Johnny Fisher. In the space of just four years Johnny has gone from selling meat with dad Big John to becoming Eddie Hearn's newest heavyweight star. Johnny has amassed a impressive social media presence and die hard fan base allowing him to sell out show after show. In this episode of the First Round Podcast: Johnny touches on everything from being signed by Eddie Hearn, fighting on the Fury vs Usyk 2 card and aspirations to fight Anthony Joshua.
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