Mick Conlan defends his WBC International featherweight title against undefeated Kevin Walsh at the SSE Arena in Belfast
Mick Conlan and Kevin Walsh
Mick Conlan is set to defend his WBC International featherweight title against Kevin Walsh, in a bid to edge closer to a world title bout.
The Belfast boxer is well aware that any loss at this point could spell the end of his career, making the stakes incredibly high.
He’s up against the unbeaten 19-0 Walsh, who will be stepping out of America for his first international fight.
Despite being on foreign soil, the Massachusetts-born fighter is brimming with confidence, predicting he’ll knock out Conlan in their 10-round showdown.
However, the former Olympian remains unfazed, insisting he’s leagues ahead of Walsh and promises this will be evident in the ring.
Here’s everything you need to know:
Where and when is it?
The bout is scheduled at the SSE Arena in Belfast on Friday, March 20.
What time does it start?
The first fight is slated to begin at 6pm, with the main card following at 7pm.
When is the main event?
Conlan’s fight is expected to commence around 9.40pm.
What TV channel is it on?
The event is being shown live on DAZN – you can purchase a subscription here.
Full fight card
Ben Marksby vs. Carlos Daniel Cordoba; Super lightweight
Kurt Walker vs. Yahir Alexander Morales; Lightweight
Glenn Byrne vs. Daniel Przewieslik; Super welterweight
Kyle Smith vs. Eduardo Vera Sanchez; Super welterweight
Sam Norris vs. Stefan Vincent; Lightweight
Quotes corner
Mick Conlan: “This is my last run towards a world title. If I was to lose again and if I lost this one, which I know I won’t, but if I did that would be me calling it a day.
“I’ve been around the game 27 years now and I know I’m definitely at the latter stage of my career.
“I’m in a great condition mentally and physically so I know I still have enough to push towards a world title but if it doesn’t happen, it doesn’t happen, and that’s the curtains closed.
“But I’m at peace with it. I’ve done an awful lot, I’ve earned great great money and when you get into boxing, as well as wanting to be a world champion, you want to make sure you’re able to buy a house and I’ve done all that.
“I’m in a great position in life. I have things set up outside of boxing where I’ll fall in too easily, whether it’s management, whether it’s property, whether it’s different things.”
Kevin Walsh: “Every single night for this camp I was watching videos of Mick Conlan, studying this man.
“He says he only watched about 20 seconds of me and I think that’s a big mistake. I think you should watch your opponent.”
Betting odds
Mick Conlan win: 2-9
Kevin Walsh win: 10-3
Draw: 16-1