Boxing legend Johnny Nelson, the longest-reigning cruiserweight champion in history, joins the Biz-X podcast.
Opening up about his journey from humble beginnings as a 14-year-old from a struggling family in Wincobank, Sheffield, to holding the cruiserweight world title for an impressive six years. In this exclusive interview, Johnny shares the untold secrets of reaching the pinnacle of his sport and sustaining excellence to remain at the top. He breaks down his transformative relationship with coach Brendan Ingle, who played a pivotal role in turning him from a ‘cowardly custard’ into one of the greatest boxers of all time.
Reflecting on the challenging period when he spent six years as a sparring partner in Europe, Johnny discusses the harsh treatment he endured, living in a grotty bedsit and facing the lowest points of his career, dealing with dark and depressive thoughts.
Prepare for Johnny to address all your burning boxing questions, including insights on what makes Usyk a “quitter,” thoughts on potential matchups like AJ vs Ngannou, Tyson vs Usyk, and Tyson vs AJ. He also shares his experiences as a sports commentator for Sky Sports.
Additionally, Johnny reveals the behind-the-scenes story of how he almost ventured into the jungle to participate in ‘I’m a Celebrity, Get Me Out of Here!’
