David Payne

David is a boxing betting expert at Gambling.com, specialising in fight analysis, betting markets and major bouts across British and international boxing.

With more than 20 years' experience covering the sport, he combines extensive ringside reporting with detailed knowledge of fighters, tactics and the business of boxing.

His work has appeared in publications including Boxing News and TheSweetScience.com, while he has contributed to boxing coverage across radio, podcasts and digital media in both the UK and U.S.

Areas of Expertise

• Boxing Betting
• Fight Analysis & Predictions
• Boxing Odds & Markets
• British Boxing
• International Boxing

Professional Experience

David began writing about boxing in 2001 with an article analysing Lennox Lewis' knockout defeat to Hasim Rahman. Over the following two decades, he established himself as a columnist and ringside reporter, covering fights and interviewing figures including Ricky Hatton, Carl Froch, Frank Warren, John Ruiz and Kathy Duva.

His writing has featured in Boxing News, TheSweetScience.com, Knockout London Magazine and Nevada's Ring Sports, while he has been a regular contributor to Big Fight Weekend. 

David's work was recognised with a CJ Award for Excellence in Boxing Writing during his time with TheSweetScience.com.

His broadcasting experience includes appearances discussing boxing on the BBC, LBC, Love Sport Radio, the Big Fight Weekend Podcast and ESPN 850 WKNR in the U.S.

What David Does at Gambling.com

At Gambling.com, David applies decades of boxing knowledge to betting previews, predictions and analysis of major fights.

His approach considers fighters' styles, technique, records and previous performances alongside the available odds and different ways a bout could unfold.

Every article follows Gambling.com's Editorial Policy and draws on David's extensive experience watching, reporting on and analysing boxing to provide informed insight for punters.