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Conlan Suffers Third Professional Defeat as Gill Triumphs in Belfast

Following a seventh-round knockout by Gill, Conlan's future in boxing is uncertain, while Gill reveals personal struggles and comeback.

  • Michael Conlan suffered a crushing defeat in the seventh round by England's Jordan Gill in Belfast, marking his third loss in his professional career.
  • Conlan, who had changed trainers and was hoping to build towards a third world title bid, now faces questions about the future of his career.
  • Jordan Gill, who dominated the fight, revealed he had attempted suicide earlier this year after a career low and thanked those who helped him turn his life around.
  • Promoter Eddie Hearn suggested that this defeat could mark the end of Conlan's professional career, stating that it would be a 'long way back' for him to start winning world titles again.
  • Other fights of the night included Lewis Crocker's victory over Tyrone McKenna in the 'Battle of Belfast', and wins for Belfast fighters Caomhin Agyarko and Sean McComb.
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