The Belfast boxer fought on Saturday night in front of Bilal Laggoune on Oleksandr Usyk’s undercard against Derek Chisora
Tommy McCarthy says he wants Mairis Briedis next after beating Bilal Laggoune to win EBU European heavyweight title on Saturday night
Belfast boxer won after grueling 12-round fight at Wembley Arena in London, Belfast Live reports
McCarthy won a majority decision – a judge drew 114-114, with two in favor of the 29-year-old, 116-112 and 116-113
It was an impressive display by McCarthy who showed courage and class to inflict Laggoune’s second loss as a pro
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« I am the first black Irish European champion and it is also Black History Month, » McCarthy said afterwards
« I’m the king and the toughest man in Europe right now I want Mairis Briedis who’s the best cruiserweight in the world That’s what I want next
He added: « I know I’m calm and everything, because I’m easy going But I’m buzzing inside so my thoughts are everywhere I’m delighted with me And with West Belfast behind me too, yeeoooo!
« Listen, it was hectic in there But I’m coming back to Belfast as European champion I know all the bars are closed, but when they reopen don’t forget me
« I want everyone to buy me a pint I won’t take out my wallet Anyway, I usually don’t bring my wallet, but I definitely don’t bring it next time »
Tommy McCarthy, Oleksandr Usyk, European Boxing Union, Cruiserweight, Derek Chisora, Ireland, Mairis Briedis, Belfast
World News – UK – Tommy McCarthy targets Mairis Briedis after winning the European title
SOURCE: https://www.w24news.com
