After a remarkable 37-year journey, SHOWTIME SPORTS has concluded its final chapter, marking the end of a significant era in boxing coverage. This period spanned an impressive four decades, capturing the evolution of the sport and its athletes from promising newcomers to international icons.
“END OF AN ERA,” crafted by the distinguished Emmy® winner Sam Shouvlin and the Emmy-nominated director of ALL ACCESS, Nick Manning, is now available for viewers on the SHOWTIME SPORTS YouTube Channel.
Reflecting on almost four decades of capturing the essence of boxing, from the early days of SHOBOX: The New Generation® to the most significant pay-per-view events in television history, “END OF AN ERA” offers an exclusive glimpse into some of the most memorable fights in the sport. This includes the infamous “Bite Fight” between Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield, the intense battle between Diego Corrales and Jose Luis Castillo – often regarded as the greatest fight ever, and the thrilling trilogy between Rafael Márquez and Israel Vázquez.
Set against the backdrop of the Benavídez vs. Andrade fight in November, the final SHOWTIME PPV® event, the network’s esteemed documentary team takes viewers behind the scenes, highlighting a group revered as the world’s premier boxing production team. The story of SHOWTIME BOXING® is narrated by its renowned broadcasters, including International Boxing Hall of Famers Al Bernstein, Jim Gray, ring announcer Jimmy Lennon Jr., and others like Brian Custer, versatile announcer Mauro Ranallo, three-division world champion Abner Mares, and Spanish language commentators Alejandro Luna and former world champion Raul Márquez. They share insights into the compelling narratives and unforgettable moments that have defined SHOWTIME BOXING’s legacy.