How Far Could Martin Rogan Have Gone With The Right Trainer?

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  1. Charles White

    Charles White Chucker Full Member

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    If Rogan had turned pro at a much younger age, say early to mid twenties, and hooked up with an elite trainer, how far could Martin have gone in boxing?

    Which elite trainer would have brought out the best in him?
     
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  2. DJN16

    DJN16 Boxing Addict Full Member

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    I would probably say not much difference and that is no disrespect to Rogan. He was a good solid domestic fighter who on his night was a handful for most fighters. Not sure how much better he could have been though.
     
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  3. mattdonnellon

    mattdonnellon Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    Martin actually had a fine trainer in John Breen, Martin was one tough cookie and if anything, he was an over-acheiver.
     
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  4. RockyValdez

    RockyValdez Active Member Full Member

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    He could have had the #2 podcast in the world!
     
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  5. Charles White

    Charles White Chucker Full Member

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    Definitely overachieved and it was an absolute blast to watch his career and cheer him on. I guess I had forgotten he was trained by Breen, thanks for the reminder.
     
    Charles White, Feb 11, 2026
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  6. KasimirKid

    KasimirKid Well-Known Member Full Member

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    Is his personality that good?
     
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  7. RockyValdez

    RockyValdez Active Member Full Member

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    No but he has the name for it, and Joe Rogan's personality isnt that good either but hes got one of the most popular podcasts in the world.
     
    RockyValdez, Feb 12, 2026
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  8. catchwtboxing

    catchwtboxing Loyal Member

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    He rose to his level and he can be proud. No one thought he'd beat Audley.
     
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