Boxing Sports Spectrum Podcast

SS PODCAST: Boxing referee Kenny Bayless on overcoming cancer, giving his life to Christ

By Jason Romano Mar 15, 2024
Kenny Bayless in 2019. (AP Photo/John Locher)

THIS IS THE SPORTS SPECTRUM PODCAST
WITH JASON ROMANO, FEATURING KENNY BAYLESS

Kenny Bayless is a former boxing referee who has been the third man in the ring for more than 100 title fights. He was inducted into the Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame in 2014 and the National Boxing Hall of Fame (with his twin brother, Kermit) in 2023.

Bayless has officiated many notable fights, including Floyd Mayweather/Manny Pacquiao in 2015 and Deontae Wilder/Tyson Fury II in 2020. He is most known for his famous catchphrase, “What I say you must obey,” when giving fighters instruction before the fight.

Today on the podcast, we talk to Kenny Bayless about the impact Muhammad Ali had on his career, growing up with a Godly mother, becoming a referee, overcoming cancer, and the spiritual meaning to his famous catchphrase.

>> Do you know Christ personally? Learn how you can commit your life to Him. <<

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