Hear a true Sheffield sporting legend talk about his fascinating and inspirational life and career.

Johnny Nelson MBE is a former professional boxer who competed from 1986 – 2005.  He held the World Boxing Organisation Cruiserweight title from 1999 to 2006 – the longest reigning Cruiserweight world champion of all time.  His training began at Wincobank gym under legendary Sheffield trainer and mentor Brendan Ingle MBE.  Johnny was appointed an MBE in the 2023 New Year Honours for services to boxing and to young people in South Yorkshire.  

His autobiography, Hard Road to Glory, How I Became Champion of the World, explores his journey through early failures and fear, to learning his craft and fighting all over the world earning the respect of all.