McKenna Eyes All-Irish Showdown
Following a viral knockout victory over Owen O'Neill at Zuffa Boxing 10 in Dublin, Stevie McKenna has set his sights on a high-profile domestic clash with Callum Walsh. McKenna’s manager, Mike Borao, confirmed that the fighter is “locked in” on the potential matchup, which could take place in a major stadium in either Ireland or New York.
The call for the fight gained momentum during the Dublin event, where the crowd’s reaction to McKenna’s challenge suggested significant public interest. Walsh, who remains undefeated, also appeared on the same card, securing a hard-fought points victory over Tyler Denny.
Managerial Outlook and Future Path
Borao noted that while the Walsh fight is the primary objective, McKenna is also willing to consider a step up in competition against WBA world champion Erislandy Lara. The manager emphasized the support provided by Zuffa, noting that the partnership has been instrumental in the recent success of both Stevie and his brother, Aaron McKenna, who claimed the IBF middleweight title on the same night.
McKenna has rebounded effectively from his 2014 loss to Lee Cutler, securing consecutive first-round knockout victories against O'Neill and Casey James Streeter. Borao expects the promotional backing of Zuffa and Sky Sports to facilitate a major opportunity for his client in the near future.
The canvas remained a stark, unblemished white beneath the darkening spray of the night’s work.