Tag: irishsports
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The Dominator Returns: Edward Donovan Targets Irish Title After Carr Test
There is something almost inevitable about being a Donovan and finding yourself in a boxing ring. For Limerick middleweight Edward ‘The Dominator’ Donovan, the sport was never simply a hobby or a path he stumbled upon. It was part of his upbringing, woven into the fabric of family life from the moment he could walk.…
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European Championships Preview: Meet Team Ireland’s Squad Heading to Sofia
With just days to go until the 2026 European Elite Championships get underway in Sofia, Bulgaria, Team Ireland will send a 14-strong boxing squad to the European showpiece. And on paper, it is a squad packed with championship pedigree. Double Olympic champion Kellie Harrington returns to benchmark-event competition for the first time since her historic…
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“I Was the Proudest Man in the World” – Donoghue Has Eyes On Los Angeles After European Gold
John Donoghue is quickly becoming a cant miss prospect. The Olympic BC Mullingar prospect has already collected a World Junior title, a European Junior title and an Irish U19 championship, but his latest achievement may be the most impressive. Donoghue has just returned from Loznica, Serbia, with U19 European gold at 70kg, stopping his Georgian…
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Ruadhan Farrell: “The Best Is Yet to Come” as Belfast Favourite Chases Irish Title Redemption
Ruadhan Farrell has already packed an enormous amount into just 11 professional contests. The Belfast super-bantamweight, who boasts a record of 8-2-1 (2 KOs), has built his reputation on willingness to fight anybody, anywhere, and on producing the kind of contests that keep fans on the edge of their seats. Now, on September 26, Farrell…
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Cian Cramer’s Pursuit of Greatness: “I Know I Have the Beating of Absolutely Anyone”
Confidence has always been a defining characteristic of great fighters. From Muhammad Ali to Floyd Mayweather, champions have never been afraid to speak their ambitions into existence. Dublin’s Cian Cramer is cut from that same cloth. The talented Dubliner is still building his senior career, but after already claiming a senior Irish title at just…
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‘Ravishing’ Ryan Ready for the Biggest Stage Yet
Just four months after producing one of the most memorable Irish title fights in recent memory, reigning Irish middleweight champion Paul “Ravishing” Ryan is preparing for the biggest night of his career. The 27-year-old claimed the Irish middleweight crown in April after an unforgettable war with Peter Carr, a contest many have since labelled as…
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Artjom Kasparian Has Already Survived the Hardest Fight of His Life – Now He’s Ready to Shock Joe Ward
When Artjom “The Tank” Kasparian steps through the ropes in Dublin on August 8, he will do so as the underdog. Across from him will be Joe Ward, the decorated Irish light heavyweight carrying the support of the home crowd and under the watchful eye of Dana White’s Zuffa Boxing promotions. For many, the fight…
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‘This Is My Breakout Year’ – Joe McGrail Eyes Career-Defining Night at Croke Park
For Joe McGrail, the setbacks of 2025 are firmly in the rear-view mirror. After an injury halted what many believed would be a breakthrough year, the 23-year-old Liverpool super bantamweight has returned with renewed determination, a long-term promotional deal with Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Boxing, and the opportunity to showcase his talent on one of the…
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Rising Irish Heavyweight Daniel Fakoyede: “The Fans Can Expect Fireworks”
The Irish heavyweight division has another promising contender that is beginning to make his presence felt. Dublin’s Daniel Fakoyede has made a strong start to life in the paid ranks, compiling a perfect 3-0 (2 KOs) record, with his aggressive, all-action style already catching the eye. It is an impressive rise for someone who only…
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Paul Trainor Ready to Fly the Flag for Australia in Glasgow 2026
Australia’s Paul Trainor will head to the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games with confidence built on months of elite international competition, comprehensive preparation and is fully focused on delivering performances worthy of the Australian vest. The Barotillo Bombers standout has enjoyed an excellent build-up to the Games throughout 2026, testing himself against quality opposition at a…
