Peter McDonagh To Feature on MGM Show, 2/6 In Dublin
By Elliot Foster
Peter McDonagh has had his next fight date confirmed.
The three-time Irish champion, who has won the national crown at lightweight, super lightweight and welterweight, will return to the ring at the scene of his last victory.
McDonagh (25-28-1, 3 KOs) outpointed Dean Byrne to claim the welterweight version of the belt in their fight at the National Stadium in Dublin last month.
And he confirmed that he is the first fighter to be added to the next card to be put on by MGM Promotions at the South Circular Road venue on February 6, live on BoxNation.
"Christmas is cancelled,” the 37-year-old tweeted. “[I’ve] been told I'm fighting [on] Feb 6th in Dublin, so easy on the turkey.
“[I’ll have tickets] soon,” he continued.
“Who’s coming?”
‘The Connemara Kid’ will be hoping that a win in this fight will push him on towards the shot at the European title he’s chasing.
The blue welterweight belt, which is held by Gianluca Branco, is set to be defended by the Italian on December 12, at London’s O2 Arena, against Paulie Malignaggi, live on Sky Sports Box Office.
Elliot Foster is part of Boxing Scene's UK team. Follow him on Twitter @FreelanceFoz
