Stevie McKenna is 'locked in' on all-Irish showdown with Callum Walsh after viral KO win, says manager Mike Borao
Boxer Stevie McKenna is targeting a high-profile showdown with Callum Walsh following a recent viral knockout victory. His manager, Mike Borao, confirmed that the team is focused on securing this fight in a major stadium.
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Stevie McKenna is 'locked in' on an all-Irish showdown with Callum Walsh after delivering a dramatic victory in Dublin, says his manager Mike Borao. <p>McKenna produced a spectacular knockout victory over Owen O'Neill that went viral on social media before his younger brother Aaron was crowned IBF middleweight champion in the main event of Zuffa Boxing 10 on Saturday.</p><p>On the same bill, Walsh preserved his unbeaten record with a hard-fought win over Tyler Denny and could now be heading for an explosive clash with Stevie McKenna.</p><p>"At the moment, Stevie is locked on one fight - Callum Walsh in a major stadium in Ireland or New York.
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