Buddy McGirt on training Michael Conlan: You ain’t seen nothing yet
James “Buddy” McGirt says he expects to lead the resurgence of his latest charge, Irish junior lightweight Michael Conlan.
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Buddy McGirt: Haney vs. Garcia Should Not Be Taking Place
Few men know the sport of boxing better than legendary trainer Buddy McGirt. McGirt led Arturo Gatti to battle in his three bloody wars against Micky Ward, but the thought of watching Ryan Garcia step through the ropes to face Devin Haney this Saturday (April 20) is distressing – even for him. Garcia and his recent antics across social media have raised questions about the fighter’s mental health heading into his WBC super lightweight title fight against Haney and McGirt revealed he is surprised the bout is being allowed to take place.
Dillian Whyte Set to Return in Ireland on March 17
Dillian Whyte Set To Return In Ireland On March 17
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Buddy McGirt Expects Dillian Whyte to Return in 2024: ‘Dill Is Not Going to Go Out Like That’
Trainer Buddy McGirt expects his heavyweight charge, Dillian Whyte, to mount a comeback later this year in the wake of yet another drug scandal.
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Callum Smith: I Feel Like I’m A Much Better Fighter Under Buddy McGirt And At 175
The two changes Callum Smith made since he suffered his lone loss as a professional prizefighter have made the former WBA super middleweight champion confident that he’ll capitalize on his next potentially legacy-changing opportunity.
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Buddy McGirt on Azeez's Injury That Led To Withdrawal From Buatsi Fight
Whilst boxing fans are still disappointed by the late cancellation of the eagerly awaited WBA light heavyweight title eliminator between unbeaten South London rivals Dan Azeez and Joshua Buatsi, boxing business must continue for those involved in the fight.
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Buddy McGirt Reacts To Dillian Whyte Drug Scandal: I'm At a Loss For Words
Veteran trainer Buddy McGirt is gobsmacked by the newest drug fiasco to hit boxing. Last weekend, it was announced that Dillian Whyte failed a doping test administered by Voluntary Anti-Doping Association, the premier drug testing organization in the sport. This is the third time in his career that Whyte has dealt
Michael Conlan Parts Ways With Adam Booth, Will Test Waters With Several Trainers
In the aftermath of his most recent defeat, Irish Olympian Michael Conlan has parted ways with head trainer Adam Booth. Conlan was initially trained in the early days by Manny Robles. He hired Booth in early 2018 and they worked together in two world title fights.
Janibek's Trainer Believes Subpar Performance Will Lure Big Names
An incredulous Buddy McGirt rubbed his eyes as he couldn’t believe what he was witnessing. After watching Janibek Alimkhanuly lay waste to his middleweight competition, McGirt, Alimkhanuly’s trainer, was completely convinced that no one would stand up to his pernicious knockout power, a sentiment Alimkhanuly
Video: Buddy McGirt Discusses Janibek Alimkhanuly's Win Over Bentley
Buddy McGirt Video Interview - Video By Ryan Burton - Las Vegas, Nevada - For the WBO middleweight title, Janibek Alimkhanuly (13-0, 8 KOs) won a twelve round unanimous decision over Denzel Bentley (17-2-1, 14 KOs).
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