Stevie McKenna is 'locked in' on all-Irish showdown with Callum Walsh after viral KO win, says manager Mike Borao

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Stevie McKenna is 'locked in' on an all-Irish showdown with Callum Walsh after delivering a dramatic victory in Dublin, says his manager Mike Borao.

McKenna produced a spectacular knockout victory over Owen O'Neill that went viral on social media before his younger brother Aaron was crowned IBF middleweight champion in the main event of Zuffa Boxing 10 on Saturday.

On the same bill, Walsh preserved his unbeaten record with a hard-fought win over Tyler Denny and could now be heading for an explosive clash with Stevie McKenna.

"At the moment, Stevie is locked on one fight - Callum Walsh in a major stadium in Ireland or New York. It's all he talks about," his manager Borao told Sky Sports.

"The crowd's reaction after the fight, when Stevie asked if that's what they wanted to see next, made it clear this would be a major attraction.

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"Stevie has even mentioned to me that he would be open to stepping up against [WBA world champion] Erislandy Lara next.

"We'll sit with our partners at Zuffa and decide what's next for Stevie. They've been outstanding. That relationship already delivered a world title for Aaron in short order, and I have no doubt a major opportunity will follow for Stevie."

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Watch highlights of Callum Walsh's clash with Tyler Denny from Zuffa Boxing 10 in Dublin

McKenna has returned with first round knockout wins over O'Neill and Casey James Streeter in June since his first career loss on points to Lee Cutler in December 2024.

Borao, who secured an IBF world heavyweight title fight for Frank Sanchez, has also guided Teofimo Lopez to a WBA welterweight title fight against Rolly Romero later this month, and believes Stevie McKenna is next to land a major fight.

Mike Borao [second from right] guides the careers of Aaron and Stevie McKenna

Image: Mike Borao [second from right] guides the careers of Aaron and Stevie McKenna

"Zuffa and Sky Sports have been incredible for Aaron and Stevie's careers," said Borao.

"It's remarkable how involved Dana White and Zuffa are in backing their athletes. Aaron and Stevie have never received this type of support.

"Stevie is must-see TV - his latest knockout proved it, but the best is yet to come!"

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