Riyadh Season has become a giant in both the world of entertainment and more recently, in the realm of top-ranked sporting events.
On the front page of almost every newspaper and trending on social media, Riyadh Season has become synonymous with an unending selection of internationally renowned sporting events - and with that comes a selection of Hollywood quality documentaries and docu-series, giving us an insider's look at the prep-work for the fights.
These documentaries capture the electrifying moments, the raw emotions, and the extraordinary stories behind some of the biggest sporting moments in the history of Riyadh Season:
Battle of the Baddest: Tyson Fury v. Francis Ngannou
Available on: Netflix
Released: 2024
This one hour behind-the-scenes documentary gives us an all access pass to the build up to Riyadh Season 2023's inaugural event, giving the viewer an insight into the physical and mental preparation involved in the lead up to the Battle of the Baddest showdown between MMA champion Francis Ngannou and the unbeaten professional boxer Tyson Fury.
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Battle of the Baddest: Mike Tyson v. Jake Paul
Available on: Netflix
Released: 2024
Although not directly related to Riyadh Season, the Battle of the Baddest branding continues in this up-to-date and new glove-to-glove watch. Covering the build up to one of the most anticipated fights of the season, between boxing legend Mike Tyson and YouTube-turned-fighter Jake Paul, in real time, with this weekly Netflix release. Delving into the training and sacrifices made in order to prepare for the Battle of the Baddest, taking place on November 15
Day of Reckoning
Available on: DAZN TV
Released: 2023
With the trailer gaining more than 150 million views in its first week, this Day of Reckoning documentary follows the pre-fight preparation of Joshua Anthony and Otto Wallin during Riyadh Season 2023. Described as one of the world's best boxing cards, this film tracks the excitement and build up to the glove-to-glove
Knockout Chaos
Available on: Apple TV, Shahid or YouTube
Released: 2024
Knockout Chaos follows the journey before the fight, as Anthony Joshua steps into the ring to face the ultimate challenge: stopping the formidable Francis Ngannou. This all-access, behind the scenes documentary reveals the intense training and dedication of these two modern-day gladiators as they prepare to enter the ring and battle it, but despite all the graft and hard work, only one man can be declared the champion.
Riyadh Season Football Cup
Available on: DAZN TV, Apple TV and Shahid
Released: 2024
Discover the origins and evolution of the Riyadh Season Cup, a groundbreaking football tournament that has captured the world's attention, and nabbed some of the biggest names in the history of the sport. Hear firsthand from the star players who graced the pitch and the visionary minds behind the scenes who brought this thrilling event to life.
Undisputed: Fury v. Usyk
Available on: Netflix
Release Date: December 10, 2024
Just announced by His Excellency Turki Alalshikh, this is one of the newest Riyadh Season documentaries to be unveiled. In UNDISPUTED, you will be brought behind the ropes to witness the epic rivalry between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk ahead of of their re-match. Who will officially be declared the first undisputed Heavyweight Champion of the World? This is an unmissable clash, and the documentary is set to premiere on December 10 on Netflix only, in locations such as the UK, Ireland, and MENA, just ahead of the December 21 glove-to-glove.
