Irish Boxing

ninebar · May 1, 2009

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After the supposed poor performance might he be tempted into a fight with Dunne here? I'm sure he'd see that as the easier option.

Although, i suppose he'd get more money fighting Gamboa and he may be wanting to move up anyways if he's having weight issues.

In any case, if the Vasquez fight is a non starter i'd like to see him shut Maloney up by taking the money and beating Munroe. I'm not a Bernard nuthugger by any stretch of the imagination but i'm more than confident that he'd beat Munroe. With relative ease.
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Money talks and HBO are very interested in Gamboa vs Cabellero.
Cabellero's promoter Leon Margules has talked to Brian Peters so if they can't get the Gamboa fight done for whatever reason then Dunne is next on their list.

fra · May 1, 2009

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The past two months have certainly proven interesting for patrons of pugilistic Paddies. Certainly March 2009 will be a month long remembered in Irish sport. Although it didnt start particularly well as fight fans collectively rolled their cynical eyes when reports from Stateside filtered through that Erin Go Brawl II had been scrapped which meant six Irish and two Irish-American fighters would be potentially denied their chance to perform in what is traditionally the busiest time of year for Irish boxers. But their patience and loyalty would be repaid in full when Bernard Dunne challenged Ricardo Cordoba for the WBA super bantamweight title in what was the first fight on these shores for a recognised world title since Wayne McCullough fought Jose Luis Bueno for the WBC bantamweight title 13 years ago.

It was with a sense of hope rather than expectation that all but the most ardent of Dunne fans travelled to the newly refurbished O2 Arena in Dublin. In the lead up to the fight they had trawled through Spanish language YouTube clips and poured over Cordobas BoxRec page noting that he had already defeated many fighters who are superior to anything that Dunne had ever faced. Shining like a beacon on his roster was a wide points victory over current super champion Celestino Caballero during an all Panamanian Derby in 2005. The only glimmer of hope was garnered from the fact that when Cordoba travelled abroad he didnt seem to do so well, but that was explained away as being hometown decisions against Cordoba. Long suffering followers of the sport were almost looking to have the defense already prepared to excuse an inevitable Dunne defeated.

The majority of the crowd streamed into the arena after Irelands rugby victory over Wales to win their first Grand Slam in over 60 years. Hearts and expectations were further lifted following good wins for Jim Rock and Andrew Murray but it was not until Katie Taylor, Irelands two time womans amateur lightweight World Champion, took to the ring that the crowd really began to buzz. During an awesome performance, against three time Pan American champion Caroline Barry of the United States, Taylor showed technique and power that would be the even of many of her male counterparts and saw her easy to 27-3 points win. Even Andy Lees laboured win was glossed over once the Irish Rover rang out around the packed stadium as Dunne made his way to the ring.

After the formalities were out of the way the two boxers got down to business and Dunne surprised the crowd by trading with Cordoba. The fight see-sawed one way then the next with Cordoba edging the first rounds before Dunne floored the champion in the third which put and end to Maestritos early dominance. Although Cordoba looked weakened at the end of the third he appeared refreshed throughout the fourth and almost finished the fight in the fifth knocking down Dunne twice before pinning him stricken against the ropes whilst raining volleys of combinations upon the tucked up and rocking Dunne until the bell came to save the Neilstown man. Dunne gained in confidence from the sixth onwards and although it would be an injustice to say he bossed these rounds it would be fair to say that he showed levels of courage and determination that many had never seen before.

A resilient and determined Dunne brought the brutal battle to an end in the eleventh round after unleashing venomous onslaught on Corboda who at this stage was bereft of ideas and a shell of the fighter we say in the early rounds. Both men admirable gave their all in the final round but Dunne summoned energy from the pit of his stomach which saw Cordoba slump to the canvas three times before Hubert Earle called a halt to the bout.

In a result that no one could have ever predicted at the close of the fifth, Dunnes arm was raised aloft to become Ireland Irish world title holder since Steve Collins lifted the WBO middleweight title in the mid 1990s. This early contender for Fight of the Year had everything with the pair gallantly provided an exhilarating and grueling battle and an Irish winner the crowd may have arrived as doubters but they left believers!

So how does this shake up the Irish P4P list?

The top four have been pretty much interchangeable for the past six months but Dunnes performance sees him dethrone John Duddy for top spot as Duddy tumbles following a particularly disappointing first loss. Matthew Macklins breathtaking knockout win over Wayne Elcock put a further halt to Ulster dominance of the list. But this obstruction proved to be temporary as Martin Lindsay reinforced their superiority by blasting Paul Appleby out in six rounds and ensure the Northerners still command the majority of the slots in the top ten. The other main movers are Michael Gomez, who plummets from 11th to 19th following a humbling defeat at the hands of Ricky Burns and Galways John ODonnell who makes an appearance for the first time.

Lets hope we have a quiet May and that next months update will be a little less emotional I dont think my heart could take many more months like March and April!
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yeah...its been a great couple of months slap... and with big rogie...sinnclair-coyle and a major undercard 2 look 4ward 2 at the odyssey...things r looking good...my hope is 4 more boxing on rte:good

slapbangwhallop · May 1, 2009

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IRISH POUND FOR POUND RANKINGS MAY-2009
http://www.britishboxing.net/news_4556-Irish-pound-for-pound-rankings-May-2009.html
[these rankings look oddly familiar, as if I have seen them before, but I can't for the life of me think where]

DANNY O'CONNOR READY TO MOVE UP TO SIX ROUNDERS
http://www.thefightnetwork.com/news/boxing/3348/danny_oconnor_ready_to_move_up_to_6rounders
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:good

ninebar · May 1, 2009

slapbangwhallop said: ↑

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The past two months have certainly proven interesting for patrons of pugilistic Paddies. Certainly March 2009 will be a month long remembered in Irish sport. Although it didnt start particularly well as fight fans collectively rolled their cynical eyes when reports from Stateside filtered through that Erin Go Brawl II had been scrapped which meant six Irish and two Irish-American fighters would be potentially denied their chance to perform in what is traditionally the busiest time of year for Irish boxers. But their patience and loyalty would be repaid in full when Bernard Dunne challenged Ricardo Cordoba for the WBA super bantamweight title in what was the first fight on these shores for a recognised world title since Wayne McCullough fought Jose Luis Bueno for the WBC bantamweight title 13 years ago.

It was with a sense of hope rather than expectation that all but the most ardent of Dunne fans travelled to the newly refurbished O2 Arena in Dublin. In the lead up to the fight they had trawled through Spanish language YouTube clips and poured over Cordobas BoxRec page noting that he had already defeated many fighters who are superior to anything that Dunne had ever faced. Shining like a beacon on his roster was a wide points victory over current super champion Celestino Caballero during an all Panamanian Derby in 2005. The only glimmer of hope was garnered from the fact that when Cordoba travelled abroad he didnt seem to do so well, but that was explained away as being hometown decisions against Cordoba. Long suffering followers of the sport were almost looking to have the defense already prepared to excuse an inevitable Dunne defeated.

The majority of the crowd streamed into the arena after Irelands rugby victory over Wales to win their first Grand Slam in over 60 years. Hearts and expectations were further lifted following good wins for Jim Rock and Andrew Murray but it was not until Katie Taylor, Irelands two time womans amateur lightweight World Champion, took to the ring that the crowd really began to buzz. During an awesome performance, against three time Pan American champion Caroline Barry of the United States, Taylor showed technique and power that would be the even of many of her male counterparts and saw her easy to 27-3 points win. Even Andy Lees laboured win was glossed over once the Irish Rover rang out around the packed stadium as Dunne made his way to the ring.

After the formalities were out of the way the two boxers got down to business and Dunne surprised the crowd by trading with Cordoba. The fight see-sawed one way then the next with Cordoba edging the first rounds before Dunne floored the champion in the third which put and end to Maestritos early dominance. Although Cordoba looked weakened at the end of the third he appeared refreshed throughout the fourth and almost finished the fight in the fifth knocking down Dunne twice before pinning him stricken against the ropes whilst raining volleys of combinations upon the tucked up and rocking Dunne until the bell came to save the Neilstown man. Dunne gained in confidence from the sixth onwards and although it would be an injustice to say he bossed these rounds it would be fair to say that he showed levels of courage and determination that many had never seen before.

A resilient and determined Dunne brought the brutal battle to an end in the eleventh round after unleashing venomous onslaught on Corboda who at this stage was bereft of ideas and a shell of the fighter we say in the early rounds. Both men admirable gave their all in the final round but Dunne summoned energy from the pit of his stomach which saw Cordoba slump to the canvas three times before Hubert Earle called a halt to the bout.

In a result that no one could have ever predicted at the close of the fifth, Dunnes arm was raised aloft to become Ireland Irish world title holder since Steve Collins lifted the WBO middleweight title in the mid 1990s. This early contender for Fight of the Year had everything with the pair gallantly provided an exhilarating and grueling battle and an Irish winner the crowd may have arrived as doubters but they left believers!

So how does this shake up the Irish P4P list?

The top four have been pretty much interchangeable for the past six months but Dunnes performance sees him dethrone John Duddy for top spot as Duddy tumbles following a particularly disappointing first loss. Matthew Macklins breathtaking knockout win over Wayne Elcock put a further halt to Ulster dominance of the list. But this obstruction proved to be temporary as Martin Lindsay reinforced their superiority by blasting Paul Appleby out in six rounds and ensure the Northerners still command the majority of the slots in the top ten. The other main movers are Michael Gomez, who plummets from 11th to 19th following a humbling defeat at the hands of Ricky Burns and Galways John ODonnell who makes an appearance for the first time.

Lets hope we have a quiet May and that next months update will be a little less emotional I dont think my heart could take many more months like March and April!
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:goodGood article, Brings it all back. especially the reception for Katie Taylor, it had the hairs standing up on my neck.

nutter · May 1, 2009

Boxing
Dubliner Byrne tips sparring partner Pacquiao

Friday, 1 May 2009 18:53
Manny Pacquiao's sparring partner Dean Byrne is tipping the pound-for-pound king to be too fast and too explosive for Ricky Hatton tomorrow night.
Unbeaten Irish welterweight Byrne has served as a sparring partner for Filipino superstar Pacquiao at trainer Freddie Roach's Wild Card Gym in the build-up to both this fight at the MGM Grand Garden Arena and last December's victory over Oscar De La Hoya.
In training and sparring with Pacquiao (48-3-2, 35 KOs) since moving to California last May, the Dubliner has seen at first hand the devastating speed and power he believes he will dish out to Manchester's Hatton (45-1, 32 KOs).

'It's going to be a great fight and I'm looking forward to it,' Byrne said.
'Manny's going to outwork him. He's going to be too fast and too explosive and I think he's going to take care of Hatton in the later rounds.'
Byrne, who began his professional career in Australia in 2006 and has since moved his record to 10-0 (4 KOs), has a Las Vegas date of his own to keep tonight when he is due to meet Mexican southpaw Jose Reynoso (10-2, 1 KO) in a scheduled eight-round bout at the South Point Hotel Casino.
The 24-year-old believes working under Roach's guidance, and training and sparring with the likes of Pacquiao and British world title challenger Amir Khan is paying great dividends.
'Sparring with Manny Pacquiao is the best sparring you're ever going to get,' Byrne said. 'If you can hold your own with the best pound for pound boxer on the planet then your job's done.
'Amir's been a really good sparring partner for me as well, he keeps me sharp and he's so fast, he's got great hand speed. He fought out of his skin to beat (Marco Antonio) Barrera.'
'You just have to then train hard and take care of the all the guys that get in your way.
'It's unbelievable, walking in that gym every day, like stepping into another world.'

nutter · May 1, 2009

slapbangwhallop said: ↑

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The past two months have certainly proven interesting for patrons of pugilistic Paddies. Certainly March 2009 will be a month long remembered in Irish sport. Although it didnt start particularly well as fight fans collectively rolled their cynical eyes when reports from Stateside filtered through that Erin Go Brawl II had been scrapped which meant six Irish and two Irish-American fighters would be potentially denied their chance to perform in what is traditionally the busiest time of year for Irish boxers. But their patience and loyalty would be repaid in full when Bernard Dunne challenged Ricardo Cordoba for the WBA super bantamweight title in what was the first fight on these shores for a recognised world title since Wayne McCullough fought Jose Luis Bueno for the WBC bantamweight title 13 years ago.

It was with a sense of hope rather than expectation that all but the most ardent of Dunne fans travelled to the newly refurbished O2 Arena in Dublin. In the lead up to the fight they had trawled through Spanish language YouTube clips and poured over Cordobas BoxRec page noting that he had already defeated many fighters who are superior to anything that Dunne had ever faced. Shining like a beacon on his roster was a wide points victory over current super champion Celestino Caballero during an all Panamanian Derby in 2005. The only glimmer of hope was garnered from the fact that when Cordoba travelled abroad he didnt seem to do so well, but that was explained away as being hometown decisions against Cordoba. Long suffering followers of the sport were almost looking to have the defense already prepared to excuse an inevitable Dunne defeated.

The majority of the crowd streamed into the arena after Irelands rugby victory over Wales to win their first Grand Slam in over 60 years. Hearts and expectations were further lifted following good wins for Jim Rock and Andrew Murray but it was not until Katie Taylor, Irelands two time womans amateur lightweight World Champion, took to the ring that the crowd really began to buzz. During an awesome performance, against three time Pan American champion Caroline Barry of the United States, Taylor showed technique and power that would be the even of many of her male counterparts and saw her easy to 27-3 points win. Even Andy Lees laboured win was glossed over once the Irish Rover rang out around the packed stadium as Dunne made his way to the ring.

After the formalities were out of the way the two boxers got down to business and Dunne surprised the crowd by trading with Cordoba. The fight see-sawed one way then the next with Cordoba edging the first rounds before Dunne floored the champion in the third which put and end to Maestritos early dominance. Although Cordoba looked weakened at the end of the third he appeared refreshed throughout the fourth and almost finished the fight in the fifth knocking down Dunne twice before pinning him stricken against the ropes whilst raining volleys of combinations upon the tucked up and rocking Dunne until the bell came to save the Neilstown man. Dunne gained in confidence from the sixth onwards and although it would be an injustice to say he bossed these rounds it would be fair to say that he showed levels of courage and determination that many had never seen before.

A resilient and determined Dunne brought the brutal battle to an end in the eleventh round after unleashing venomous onslaught on Corboda who at this stage was bereft of ideas and a shell of the fighter we say in the early rounds. Both men admirable gave their all in the final round but Dunne summoned energy from the pit of his stomach which saw Cordoba slump to the canvas three times before Hubert Earle called a halt to the bout.

In a result that no one could have ever predicted at the close of the fifth, Dunnes arm was raised aloft to become Ireland Irish world title holder since Steve Collins lifted the WBO middleweight title in the mid 1990s. This early contender for Fight of the Year had everything with the pair gallantly provided an exhilarating and grueling battle and an Irish winner the crowd may have arrived as doubters but they left believers!

So how does this shake up the Irish P4P list?

The top four have been pretty much interchangeable for the past six months but Dunnes performance sees him dethrone John Duddy for top spot as Duddy tumbles following a particularly disappointing first loss. Matthew Macklins breathtaking knockout win over Wayne Elcock put a further halt to Ulster dominance of the list. But this obstruction proved to be temporary as Martin Lindsay reinforced their superiority by blasting Paul Appleby out in six rounds and ensure the Northerners still command the majority of the slots in the top ten. The other main movers are Michael Gomez, who plummets from 11th to 19th following a humbling defeat at the hands of Ricky Burns and Galways John ODonnell who makes an appearance for the first time.

Lets hope we have a quiet May and that next months update will be a little less emotional I dont think my heart could take many more months like March and April!
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Great article and list man, I hope in time Michael Kelly can make the top 20:thumbsup

slapbangwhallop · May 1, 2009

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Great article and list man, I hope in time Michael Kelly can make the top 20:thumbsup
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not from what I saw at the O2. Like I said I kept a special eye out for him because of your hype but I was sorely dissapointed. A blip?

nutter · May 1, 2009

slapbangwhallop said: ↑

not from what I saw at the O2. Like I said I kept a special eye out for him because of your hype but I was sorely dissapointed. A blip?
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Maybe I layed it on a bit thick about his potential, but he is a Dundalk fighter, and we aint got many, so I was sort of hoping rather than expecting good things from Michael but its not over yet.I dont know when he fights next, as things have been kinda quiet since the o2, but he will be well supported he does return.:hi:

Podge · May 2, 2009

Lads,

The Las Vegas Sun's report on Dean Byrne from last night.

Super Lightweight — Dean Byrne (11-0, 4 KOs) vs. Jose Reynoso (10-2-1, 1 KO): Byrne looked good early, knocking down Reynoso three times in the first four rounds to jump to an early lead on the scorecards and appeared ready for the fifth knockout win of his career.

But Reynoso wised up in the second half of the fight, taking advantage of Byrne's aggressiveness and protecting his left side. Byrnes was even too aggressive at times, leaving himself open for shots that got him in trouble during a few rounds but he managed to keep himself off the mat. That ended up being the difference, as two judges awarded Byrnes the win 76-73 while the final one scored it 77-72.

ardy · May 2, 2009

Podge said: ↑

Lads,

The Las Vegas Sun's report on Dean Byrne from last night.

Super Lightweight Dean Byrne (11-0, 4 KOs) vs. Jose Reynoso (10-2-1, 1 KO): Byrne looked good early, knocking down Reynoso three times in the first four rounds to jump to an early lead on the scorecards and appeared ready for the fifth knockout win of his career.

But Reynoso wised up in the second half of the fight, taking advantage of Byrne's aggressiveness and protecting his left side. Byrnes was even too aggressive at times, leaving himself open for shots that got him in trouble during a few rounds but he managed to keep himself off the mat. That ended up being the difference, as two judges awarded Byrnes the win 76-73 while the final one scored it 77-72.
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Thanks Podge, reading between the lines here, it seems Dean run out of steam in the later rounds. He was possibly trying too hard early on, but overall a wins a win. And at 24 years old, he can only get better, particularly with Freddie Roach in his corner.

NEWS

MAGEE SEALS BRITISH SHOT
http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/sport/other-sports/magee-seals-british-shot-14288758.html

ART OF BOXING RECEIVES A NEW PAINT JOB
http://www.irishnews.com/articles/597/556/2009/5/1/616556_380141300137Artofbox.html

SHANE MOVES TO THE TURF
http://www.irishnews.com/articles/597/556/2009/5/1/616551_380135134602Shanemove.html

irishhitman · May 2, 2009

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Thanks Podge, reading between the lines here, it seems Dean run out of steam in the later rounds. He was possibly trying too hard early on, but overall a wins a win. And at 24 years old, he can only get better, particularly with Freddie Roach in his corner.

NEWS

MAGEE SEALS BRITISH SHOT
http://www.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/sport/other-sports/magee-seals-british-shot-14288758.html

ART OF BOXING RECEIVES A NEW PAINT JOB
http://www.irishnews.com/articles/597/556/2009/5/1/616556_380141300137Artofbox.html

SHANE MOVES TO THE TURF
http://www.irishnews.com/articles/597/556/2009/5/1/616551_380135134602Shanemove.html
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magee should handle quigley easily...then fight paul smith next who should be tougher, but beatilbe also

and whats the score with shane mcguigan joining holy trinity...i think his aul man is looking a fanbase for him...its a shrewd move

marty · May 2, 2009

Podge said: ↑

Lads,

The Las Vegas Sun's report on Dean Byrne from last night.

Super Lightweight Dean Byrne (11-0, 4 KOs) vs. Jose Reynoso (10-2-1, 1 KO): Byrne looked good early, knocking down Reynoso three times in the first four rounds to jump to an early lead on the scorecards and appeared ready for the fifth knockout win of his career.

But Reynoso wised up in the second half of the fight, taking advantage of Byrne's aggressiveness and protecting his left side. Byrnes was even too aggressive at times, leaving himself open for shots that got him in trouble during a few rounds but he managed to keep himself off the mat. That ended up being the difference, as two judges awarded Byrnes the win 76-73 while the final one scored it 77-72.
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It says on boxrec that Byrne is out again in June. Is that correct Podge:deal

mossy141 · May 2, 2009

is patrick farrell irish?

irishhitman · May 2, 2009

mossy141 said: ↑

is patrick farrell irish?
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is that the guy that boxed on the duddy bill....if so i think he american...but he must have irish blood with a name like that

mossy141 · May 2, 2009

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is that the guy that boxed on the duddy bill....if so i think he american...but he must have irish blood with a name like that
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ya thats him.he got an irish alias in ''irish paddy''!and what about danny o connor?has he irish connections?

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