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Around the World in 80 Fights
- A Lifetime’s Journey to the Heart of Boxing
- Narrated by: Steve Bunce
- Length: 8 hrs and 27 mins
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Summary
"This book captures the magic of the sport - the glory and the heartache." Ricky Hatton
"Steve and I go way back, all the way back. He has been ringside at all my fights, from national amateurs all the way to Wembley stadium. He is the only reporter who could have ever got close to that lift in the Garden." Anthony Joshua
"Bunce is a walking talking boxing library, and is not frightened to say what he thinks and says. I've enjoyed many nights and many fights with a true legend of the game." Tyson Fury
"Buncey has forgotten more than most people in boxing know." Prince Naseem Hamed
"He's been there, done it and pretty much seen it all." Eddie Hearn
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In Around the World in 80 Fights, let 'the Voice of Boxing' take you on the ultimate sporting odyssey: to the rings of New York, to the makeshift rings of Bukom in Ghana, to the riches of Las Vegas, and to Riyadh, Atlantic City, Bethnal Green, Mexico City, Rome and Berlin.
To the basement rooms in dingy pubs where old fighters chase the last round; a bullring in December under the stars; a small square on the outskirts of Naples with a ring obscured by a fountain; the abandoned centre of boxing excellence in a forest lost in East Germany; a railway arch in south London and a bin-bag packed with cash.
Let 'Buncey' tell you about the conversations with Mr. T at ringside; a meeting with the Pope's people; the thoughts of Donald Trump when he had plans to make boxing great again; Don King in exile in his nineties; an overheard conversation with Fidel Castro; and a very real diplomatic incident.
The hard conversations with a dead boxer's mother in the hour after a machine had been switched off. The bravery, stupidity, guts, desire and glory of the boxers in the world's most famous and unknown rings. They fought for millions, for pride, for their country and for nothing. They bled, cried and died in those rings.
Around the World in 80 Fights vividly reveals the simple, wonderful and truly awful business of boxing. It is Buncey's business and this is his story.
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"Steve has a great knowledge of our sport." Joe Calzaghe
"Bunce captured the madness in Memphis around the fight with Tyson... the behind-the-scenes story of the Bruno fight and was there from York Hall to Las Vegas." Lennox Lewis
"His love and enthusiasm for the sport is infectious." Katie Taylor
"Steve understands how the minds of boxers tick." Carl Froch
"Steve's knowledge on the sweet science of boxing is second to none." Carl Frampton
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- Jr Powney
- 13-09-24
Another great listen from the pen of Big Daddy Bunce. Let’s get it right !
Steve Bunce ends the book by explaining the reason for his decision to write about his experiences.
I for one am very pleased he did put pen to paper as this book is superb.
Full to the brim with juicy inside stories, some very funny stories, some sad. Narrative by Steve, an absolute pleasure.
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- Myself the 3rd
- 25-09-24
A really rollercoaster of a Book 👍 Fantastic
I really enjoyed this. Steve Bunce is one of my favourite sporting commentators. And this book has ups, downs, funny sad (especially at the very end). And I would definitely recommend it to combat sports enthusiasts.
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- Anonymous User
- 07-10-24
STEVE BUNCE IS SENSATIONAL. THE BOOK IS A MUST BUY!
I looked forward to listening to the audiobook every night and every lonely drive in the car. Steve is a genuine and gifted storyteller. The book is full of timeless gems that capture just about every human emotion. I didn’t want the book to ever end. Couldn’t recommend it highly enough, even if you’re not a boxing fan! What a masterpiece! There’s only one Steve Bunce.
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- lea lopresti
- 26-09-24
Authentic boxing stories from a great writer
Whenever Buncey speaks or writes anything on boxing there’s an authenticity and honesty which keeps me hooked
Second Steve Bunce book both excellent purchases
Highly recommended
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- Anonymous User
- 19-09-24
a boxing history
Amazing, like sitting down the boozer with buncey listening to him tell tales. A legend in the game
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- Anonymous User
- 19-09-24
Great storyteller.
Loved it. As a massive fan my only disappointment was there wasn’t a Joe fight but in fairness the book is outstanding.
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- Amazon Customer
- 11-10-24
A truly amazing journey.
This book is definitely a must for any boxing fan or anyone who is looking for a fascinating read. Steve Bunce’s delivery is perfect. The subject matter brings to life his many varied and in fact incredible experiences, within the world of boxing. The final few paragraphs of this book are his explanation of who and what inspired him to put this story together, he also explains why he went the extra mile on getting it just right. When I listened to his reasons for putting so much hard work into this wonderful book it actually brought a tear to my eye. When you listen to or read this book you will understand.
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- Wbc Standish
- 04-10-24
Great listen for any fight fan.
Really good listen from the best in the business. Loved the story about Gary Mason, and overall Steve's attention to detail.
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