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Belfast Boxing Loses Rising Star "Irish Drago"
2 Jan
Summary
- Paul McCullagh Jr. passed away at age 25 after a brief illness.
- He was the Ulster Elite heavyweight champion in 2019.
- His family has a strong boxing heritage, including his grandfather coaching notable fighters.
The boxing community is mourning the loss of Paul McCullagh Jr., a promising young fighter from Belfast who passed away at the age of 25. He succumbed to a short illness, leaving behind a legacy in Irish boxing. McCullagh Jr. achieved significant success during his amateur career, notably winning the Ulster Elite heavyweight championship in 2019.
Following his amateur triumphs, McCullagh Jr. transitioned to professional boxing, maintaining an undefeated record of 2-0. His family is deeply entrenched in Irish boxing history; his father and grandfather were both champion amateurs, and his grandfather served as a respected coach for prominent figures like Barry McGuigan and Anthony Cacace.
Numerous prominent figures in boxing, including Carl Frampton and Barry McGuigan, have shared heartfelt tributes. They remembered McCullagh Jr. as a "very talented" fighter and expressed their deepest sympathies to his family. The Irish Athletic Boxing Association also conveyed its sadness, highlighting his contributions and family's legacy in the sport.
