Tony Bellew is back — and he’s not pulling any punches.
In a recent explosive appearance on a boxing podcast, the former WBC cruiserweight world champion took verbal jabs, hooks, and uppercuts at none other than Chris Eubank Jr and promoter Frank Warren, with Joe Joyce caught right in the middle of the verbal storm.

Bellew, known for his brutal honesty and no-filter commentary, let loose in a fiery segment that has since gone viral across fight circles and social media. If you missed it, don’t worry — we’ve got the full breakdown right here.

“He’s Been Spanked!” – Bellew on Chris Eubank Jr

Tony Bellew didn’t hold back when the topic of Chris Eubank Jr came up. After years of hype and high-profile matchups, Bellew made it crystal clear how he sees Eubank Jr’s recent performances — and his career as a whole.

“He’s been SPANKED. Not once. Not twice. But multiple times. You can’t call yourself elite when every time you face someone decent, you crumble.”

Bellew referenced Eubank Jr’s losses to George Groves and Liam Smith, emphasizing that while Jr has charisma and athleticism, he lacks the fundamentals and ring IQ to truly compete at the top level.

“He’s style over substance. Always has been. Great athlete, great talker, but this ain’t the WWE. You don’t talk your way into greatness.”

The message? Time’s up on the hype train. Bellew wants results — not soundbites.

Bellew Throws Shade at Frank Warren Over Joe Joyce

The conversation then turned to heavyweight Joe Joyce, who has suffered back-to-back defeats in devastating fashion. While many blamed Joyce’s advanced age or fighting style, Bellew pointed fingers directly at Frank Warren — the veteran promoter behind Joyce’s career.

“Frank Warren set him up for failure,” Bellew claimed.
“He took too long with Joe. Let him sit too long. Gave him the wrong fights at the wrong time. The matchmaking was shocking.”

Bellew also criticized the handling of the Zhang fights, suggesting Joyce was rushed into a dangerous rematch without proper adjustments or tune-ups.

“Zhang is a nightmare for Joyce — and Frank threw him straight back in. That’s not backing your fighter, that’s burning him out.”

Insight or Instigation?

Some fans are calling Bellew’s comments “hard truths the boxing world needs”, while others say he’s just stirring the pot for attention. But whether you love him or hate him, one thing is clear:

Tony Bellew doesn’t sugarcoat — and he’s not afraid to name names.

In an era of safe answers and rehearsed media training, Bellew brings raw, unfiltered energy that cuts through the noise.

Reactions Rolling In

The boxing community is split.

Fans of Bellew praised his “real talk” and insight as a fighter who’s been there, done that.

Supporters of Eubank Jr fired back, citing his win over Liam Smith in the rematch and calling Bellew “jealous.”

Some insiders defended Frank Warren, arguing that Joyce’s downfall wasn’t about promotion but miles on the clock and a granite chin finally cracking.

Even Chris Eubank Jr himself subtly responded via Instagram stories with a cryptic caption:

“Opinions are like punches. Some land. Most miss.”

 Final Thoughts

Whether you agree with Bellew or not, one thing is undeniable:
He’s added fuel to a fire that was already burning.

With Eubank Jr still chasing big names, and Joyce’s future uncertain, this could ignite some very real storylines in 2024. And if there’s one thing boxing thrives on, it’s a bit of drama, tension, and a microphone.

Bellew just reminded us all — he’s still a knockout artist. Even outside the ring.

What do YOU think?

Was Bellew out of line or spot on?

Is Eubank Jr overrated?

Has Frank Warren mishandled Joyce’s career?

Sound off in the comments!