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Damani Madir
DQ w/ Damani is truly raw access to all of the best boxing and MMA news at your fingertips! Tune in for deep dives into the best fights, analysis of techniques, and interviews week by week with Bed-Stuy's very own Damani Madir.
The bantamweight division experienced a culture shock when Jason Moloney narrowly defeated Saul Sanchez to retain his WBO Bantamweight World Championship. The fight was a perfect setup for Beterbiev, who demolished Callum Smith! Also featured in this episode is coverage of Ngannou vs. Joshua on March 8th, Mbili vs. Murdock, Schofield vs. Diaz, and statements made by Sunny Edwards. Read this week's edition of the DQ w/ Damani Blog HERE: https://samuel679alexander.wixsite.com/dqwdamani/post/beterbiev-batters-smith-to-earn-a-knockout-victory
Welcome back! After a healthy and restorative break, DQ w/ Damani has returned! There have been plenty of developments in our wonderful world of combat sports. Still, this week I highlight Bill Haney's fiery response to Shakur Stevenson and Regis Prograis, the abysmal refereeing job done by Tony Weeks in Ortiz vs. Lawson, and O’Hara Davies' shocking 1st round knockout loss to Ismael Barroso. Also featured in this episode is exclusive coverage of the light-heavyweight world title match between Artur Beterbiev and Callum Smith, included alongside exclusive insight on the Ortiz match from Puerto Rican legend Gabriel Rosado.
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This week I highlight the shocking decision the IBF made to strip undisputed welterweight champion Terence Crawford, the explosive announcement and press conference of the Deontay Wilder-Anthony Joshua heavyweight tournament, and Mikaela Mayer's world title opportunity against Natasha Jonas.
This week I highlight Francis Ngannou's incredible "win" over Tyson Fury, Joe Cordina and O'Shaquie Foster's impressive performances, the incoming vacant WBC Lightweight Championship match between Shakur Stevenson and Edwin de Los Santos. Also featured in this episode is coverage of the UFC 295 card and Sean Strickland vs. Dricus du Plessis.
This week I highlight the disappointing shutdown of Showtime Boxing, the massive crossover boxing match between Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury, and cover the heated chats between Regis Prograis and Devin Haney. Also featured in this episode is coverage of the potential fight between Anthony Joshua and Deontay Wilder.
This week I highlight Leigh Wood's incredible knockout performance against Josh Warrington, Zurdo's unanimous decision win over Joe Smith Jr., Alex Volkanovski's late replacement after Charles Oliveira dropped out due to injury, and more updates regarding the November 25th Demetrius Andrade vs. David Benavidez card. Also featured in this episode is coverage of Tim Tszyu vs. Brian Mendoza for the WBO Super Welterweight Championship of the world.
This week I highlight Canelo's impressive 12-round performance against Jermell Charlo, preview Zurdo's debut at cruiserweight against Joe Smith Jr, and shed some more light on the recently announced WBC championship fight taking place on December 9th, between Devin Haney and Regis Prograis.
This week I give a final preview of Canelo vs. Charlo, highlight Conor Benn's triumphant return to the ring, and deliver the great news regarding Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk. Also featured in this episode is a full review of Hitchins vs. Zepeda, Joe Joyce's knockout loss to Zhilei Zhang, and McCaskill vs. Ryan.
This week I highlight Conor Benn's return to the big stage under DAZN, Richardson Hitchins' 3 regional-belt contest against Jose Zepeda, and the official confirmation of the WBC 140 lb title fight between Devin "The Dream" Haney and Regis "Rougarou" Prograis.
This week, as promised, I am highlighting the undisputed vs. undisputed match between Canelo Alvarez and Jermell Charlo, Israel Adesanya's embarrassing unanimous decision loss to Sean Strickland, and Frank Martin's sad duck strategy to get around a vacant WBC 135 lb contest against Shakur Stevenson.
This week I highlight Chris Eubank Jr.‘s highlight reel knockout over Liam Smith, Usyk's strange low blow call against Daniel Dubois, all the drama on Matchroom's positive steroid tests, and Shakur vs. Frank Martin for the WBC 135 lb title. Also featured in this episode is a short preview of the biggest fight of the year, undisputed vs. undisputed, Canelo vs. Jermell Charlo. Check the DQ w Damani website for more!
This week I give a much-deserved preview and analysis of the biggest contest for the heavyweight crown, Usyk vs. DDD, Dynamite Daniel Dubois. Also featured in this episode is a review of "Pop" Woodard's loss on OTX Boxing, and full coverage of UFC Bantamweight Champion "Suga" Sean O'Malley's shocking, yet brutally honest callout of Gervonta "Tank" Davis.
This week I highlight Anthony Joshua's shocking knockout victory over Robert Helenius, Dennis McCann's ridiculous and baseless draw against Ionut Baluta, as well as the troubling story growing around undisputed super featherweight champion Alycia Baumgardner's positive test.
This week I highlight Claressa Shields' surprising callout of Keith "One Time" Thurman, Overtime's impressive OTX Boxing Card, as well as give major praise to Amanda Serrano and Heather Hardy for their amazing performance on August 5th, and championing of women's boxing. Also featured in this episode is Terrence Crawford's hilarious rejection of a fight at 168 lbs with Canelo Álvarez. The new DQ w/ Damani website is LIVE! Receive weekly updates to the show, weekly blogs in case you missed an episode, and deeper analysis videos to keep you sharp. Click on the link or screenshot to copy and paste! https://samuel679alexander.wixsite.com/dqwdamani
This week I review the history-defining Spence vs. Crawford undisputed matchup, highlight Isaac "Pitbull" Cruz's strange performance against an undefeated prospect, and Keyshawn Davis' explosive confrontation with Frank "Ghost Martin.
This week I give the final preview and analysis of Terrence Crawford and Errol Spence Jr.'s fight of the year contender, for the undisputed welterweight (147lb.) championship of the world. Also featured in this episode is a review of Stephen Fulton's insane knockout loss to Naoya Inoue, as well as Maxi Hughes potential robbery loss to "Ferocious" George Kambosos.
This week I highlight Frank Martin's excellent back and forth matchup against Artem Hartyunyan, Alycia Baumgardner's stellar performance against Linardatou, and the future of the women's and men's divisons at the lower weights.
This week I highlight the destructive knockout finish Jarron "Boots" Ennis delivered the audience this past Saturday, the official confirmation of a match between Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury, as well as Devin Haney activating his mandatory clause in order to fight 140-lb WBC champion Regis Prograis.
This week I highlight Jared Anderson's July 1st victory over Charles Martin, Savannah Marshall and Franchon Crews-Dezurn's spectacular Undisputed Super Middleweight contest, as well as give some insight towards the disappointing media scrum involving Adrien Broner.
This week I highlight Edgar Berlanga's impressive performance against Jason Quigley, Carlos Adames' controversial knockout finish of Julian Williams, and give a preview to Jared Anderson's exciting heavyweight clash with Charles Martin, as well as Franchon Crews-Dezurn's undisputed matchup with Savannah Marshall.
This week I highlight Regis Prograis' troubling 12 round matchup with Danielito Zorilla, Tim Tszyu's exceptional 1st round knockout performance against Carlos Ocampos, and give a great analysis of Conor McGregor's latest Irish boxing superstar William "Willo" Hayden.
This week I highlight Adrien "The Problem" Broner's excellent showing against Bill Hutchinson, Teofimo Lopez's triumphant victory over WBO & Lineal Super Lightweight champion Josh Taylor, and the massive brawl that erupted during and after Floyd Mayweather Jr. and John Gotti III's 8 round match.
After a short intermission, this week I cover the ridiculous Devin Haney controversy surrounding his victory, a potential heavyweight clash between Anthony Joshua and Dillian Whyte, and the announcement of the long-awaited undisputed clash between Errol Spence Jr. and Terrence Crawford.
FINALLY! We have reached the 20th Episode of the DQ w Damani Podcast! This week I highlight this Saturday's main event, Canelo Alvarez vs. John Ryder. I also go into detail on Demetrious "Boo Boo" Andrade's dissatisfaction with Canelo's choice to fight Ryder.
This week I covered the fight of the year, the biggest event in boxing, and arguably the top 5 biggest events surrounding two fighters in the lightweight division, Gervonta "Tank" Davis vs. Ryan Garcia. I also give an in depth breakdown of the knockout, and preview May 20th's Devin Haney vs. Vasily Lomachenko event.
We've reached the major fight week! Today I preview the long-awaited lightweight clas between Gervonta “Tank” Davis and Ryan Garcia. I also highlight Joe Joyce's stoppage loss to Zhilei Zhang, Jared Anderson's recent win over George Arias, and Devin Haney's upcoming undisputed title match against Vasily Lomachenko.
Today I highlight Gervonta "Tank" Davis' long awaited matchup against Ryan Garcia next week on April 22nd, Shakur's impressive KO win against Yoshino, Sebastian Fundora's shocking KO loss to Brian Mendoza. Very excited for the Tank fight, because right after we're into Canelo season!
Today I give a review of Anthony Joshua's April 1st victory against Jermaine Franklin, Shakur's troubles and eventual landing of a title eliminator against Shuichiro Yoshino, and Sebastian Fundora's return against Brandon Mendoza.
Today I highlight "The Mexican Monster" David Benavidez's master class victory over Caleb Plant, Chris Colbert's shocking win over "El Rayo" Valenzuela, and preview this weekend's excellent April 1st clash between Anthony Joshua and Jermaine Franklin.
Today I cover two fights on the Saturday, March 25th card with David Benavidez and Plant in the main event, Jojo Diaz's robbery, and the surprising news regarding Terrence Crawford and Golden Boy.
After a short break due to sickness, DQ w Damani is back! Don't forget to wish me a happy birthday. Today I cover Badou Jack's stunning victory over WBC Cruiserweight Champ Illunga Makabu, AB's fallout with BLKPrime, and Tommy Fury's excellent showcase against Jake Paul.
Today I highlight Leigh Wood's valiant performance against tough challenger Mauricio Lara, Tank and Ryan reaching potential contract agreements, and the newly announced Mexico vs. Puerto Rico classic, Zurdo Ramirez vs. "King" Gabe Rosado.
Today I cover Badou Jack's amazing opportunity for a WBC title at cruiserweight, Mario Barrios' triumphant return, and O'Shaquie Foster's inspiring first title victory.
Finally, the tenth episode has arrived! I’m very excited to see what’s next for the show. Today I highlight Chris Eubank Jr.’s match against Liam Smith, Navarrete’s comeback championship victory against Liam Wilson, the news surrounding Anthony Joshua’s return, and the movement in the Super Featherweight division surrounding Rey Vargas.
Today I discuss the troubling news this week regarding Francis Ngannou's shocking UFC exit, paired with some harsh truths surrounding fighter pay in combat sports. Alongside that, today's episode features an analysis of Chris Eubank Jr.'s upcoming match on January 21st's Sky Sports Boxing card.
Today I highlight January 7th's explosive card that featured Tank Davis and Hector Garcia, along with the breaking news surrounding Anthony Joshua's big move to America. As a bonus, Shakur Stevenson's big matchup dreams against fellow lightweight standout Frank Martin!
After a short Christmas break, we are back! Today I highlight the exciting January 7th PBC card, Jermell Charlo's hand injury, and Teofimo Lopez's mouthing off to Prograis in hopes of a WBC Super Lightweight Championship fight.
Today I go over Prograis' knockout victory over Zepeda, Tyson Fury's upcoming title defense this Saturday against Derek Chisora, and the potential robbery victory Dillian Whyte had last week.
Today I cover Janibek's Middleweight Championship victory, the WBC's chess moves to clean up mandatory matchups across divisions, and the once ill-fated Errol Spence and Keith "One Time" Thurman fight.
Today I congratulate Oleksandr Usyk for becoming Fighter of The Year and #1 Pound for Pound, analyze David Morrell's impressive WBA Super Middleweight Championship fight, and deliver the facts on Anderson Silva vs. Jake Paul.
This week was full of surprises! In today's episode I cover the major fallout of the Spence vs. Crawford contract talks, David Benavidez's current situation at 168 lbs, and review the amazing Shields vs. Marshall main event.
Today we discuss how the Wilder vs. Helenius experience was, the impressive fights on the card, as well as new developments regarding Gervonta "Tank" Davis and Ryan Garcia.
10/12/22 - Today we're discussing Premier Boxing Champions' October 15th card, Deontay Wilder vs. Robert Helenius, Caleb Plant vs. Anthony "The Dog" Dirrell, and the shocking Conor Benn drug test news!