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'There needs to be more clarity, because it is a huge decision for Irish boxing': Michael Hawkins
THE Hawkins household fairly accurately reflects the general uncertainty ahead of Ireland’s crucial vote on whether or not to leave the International Boxing Association (IBA) and join rival body World Boxing later this month
Boxing's Olympic future unclear as IOC edges closer to severing ties with IBA
BOXING’S Olympic future remains in the balance after the International Olympic Committee (IOC) recommended withdrawing its recognition for the International Boxing Association (IBA).
'I feel lucky to still love it': Michaela Walsh targeting second crack at Olympics
MICHAELA Walsh had plenty of birthday memories to look back upon when she turned 30 on Monday - but none could ever better the dramatic events of two years ago.
Eagleson keeping a watching brief as Olympic qualification process hots up
THERE will be many Irish boxers watching on with interest when June’s European Games take place in Poland – with rising star Dylan Eagleson among them.
'As soon as I hit him, I knew': Kane Tucker hits comeback trail again after hand woe
AS soon as the punch landed, he knew. Kane Tucker, first fight back after a year from hell, aiming to announce his return to the ring with a maiden Irish elite crown, this was his moment.
World boxing chiefs threaten to discipline Ireland and other boycotting nations
AMATEUR boxing’s world governing body has opened disciplinary proceedings against several countries – including Ireland - over their planned boycott of upcoming World Championships.
Jude Gallagher ready to rumble in Sofia after frustrating lay-off
LEAD JUDE Gallagher will put months of frustration to bed when he steps between the ropes at the Strandja tournament in Sofia today, with the Tyrone man determined to keep himself in the Olympic qualification frame.
Worlds boycott 'feels like the right thing to do': IABA president
THE president of the Irish Athletic Boxing Association (IABA) has defended the decision not to send Irish boxers to upcoming World Championships, insisting “it feels like the right thing to do”.
Familiarity breeds intent as Fryers gears up for Moorehouse battle
BOXING at the lighter weights, Caitlin Fryers is used to being among the first into the ring when making the pilgrimage to the National Stadium.
'You put on this front and try and get on with things, but it builds up on top of you'
NO matter where he goes, there is one question Brendan Irvine dreads above all others – yet it is on the tip of most people’s tongues when they see him.