New York, NY (March 16, 2025) In front of a packed house of Irish boxing fans on Sunday night at The Theater at Madison Square Garden, The Fastest Rising Star in Boxing, ‘King’ Callum Walsh, (13-0, 11 KOs), of Cork, Ireland delivered on St Patrick’s Day weekend with a stunning first round knockout (2:45) of Scotland’s Dean Sutherland, (19-2, 7 KOs), broadcast globally on UFC Fight Pass. The stoppage is a sure-fire candidate for ‘Knockout of the Year.’

Walsh vs. Sutherland headlined The Biggest Irish Boxing Card in New York City History, promoted by Tom Loeffler’s 360 Promotions. Currently world ranked #6 by the World Boxing Council and International Boxing Federation, Walsh defended his WBC Continental Americas Super Welterweight Title for the third time and headlined at the famed venue for the third occasion. Among those in attendance at ringside was UFC President Dana White to watch the Freddie Roach charge.

Said the victorious Walsh, “I feel very good. He was a great opponent, I know at this weight every opponent is going to be tough and I keep getting stronger and better. I am destined to be one of the best fighters in the world. I could fight again tonight. I could fight next week. Where’s Dana White? Nobody beats the Irish, Especially on St. Paddy’s Day!”

“Callum Walsh is as advertised, no other young fighter in boxing is selling thousands of tickets in multiple locations (New York City, Dublin, Los Angeles, Boston) and impressing fans with these types of knockout performances,” said promoter Tom Loeffler. “We have big future plans for Callum and they definitely include fighting at Madison Square Garden on St. Patrick’s Day Weekend.”

Co-featured in the super lightweight division, former world title challenger Feargal McCrory, (17-1, 9 KOs), overcame a fourth-round knockdown to stop veteran Keenan Carbajal,

(25-5-1, 17 KOs), of Phoenix, AZ in the eighth stanza.

In an exciting back and forth battle, the southpaw McCrory dropped Carbajal in the seventh round from a flurry of punches. Following up in the eighth, Carbajal hit the canvas again as referee Arthur Mercante Jr. called a halt to the onslaught at the :23 mark.

Stated McCrory, “It’s St Paddy’s day, we all need a little drama in here. The knockdown occurred when he hit me with a good shot. My team did a great job from there on. In the gym they taught me how to deal with adversity. We had a great game plan for this fight that we worked on in the gym and tonight we executed it to perfection. Keenan, thanks for coming and thanks for putting on a great show. You’re a great fighter. I will keep working and keep winning and I can’t wait to get a world title shot.”

Fighting in a crowd-pleasing super welterweight rematch, Emmet Brennan, (6-0, 1 KOs), of Dublin, Ireland was once again too strong against Kevin Cronin, (8-3-1, 4 KOs), of County Kerry, Ireland. Scores over ten rounds were unanimous for Brennan on all three scorecards.

“8 rounds to 2” I called it before it was announced,” said Brennan. “The first fight wasn’t a robbery. He’s a warrior and he came to get it again. This fight was a lot easier than I thought it would be. It was our game plan. We were more prepared for this fight. The first one seems like we were not prepared at all.”

“Now I’m 6-0 it was my first ten rounder and now I’m looking for bigger fights and bigger opportunities. Hopefully Dana and TKO Boxing will see that I’m ready and they can make it happen. The first fight didn’t feel like a win with all the noise that went on afterwards. I’m glad I had the chance to prove myself.”

Opening the main card, heavyweight Thomas Carty, (9-1, 8 KOs), of Dublin, Ireland sustained a bad left leg injury in the second round against Dajuan Calloway, (12-3, 9 KOs), of Cleveland, OH. The bout was called to a stoppage after the second round as the ringside physician ruled Carty could not continue. Calloway was awarded a technical knockout victory.

Longtime local favorite, Cletus ‘The Hebrew Hammer’ Seldin, (29-1, 23 KOs) won an eight-round majority decision over game Yeis Gabriel Solano, (15-5, 10KOs), in the super lightweight division. Scores were 76-76, 77-75 and 78-74. “I have a lot of respect for my opponent, he was super durable. But I stuck to my game plan and deserved to win.” Seldin and his wife Jessica announced her pregnancy in the ring following the victory.

Pro debuters Sean O’Bradaigh of New York, NY and Jefferson Almeida of Campo Grande, Brazil fought to an entertaining four round majority draw. Scores were 39-37 (O’Bradaigh) and 38-38, twice.

Opening the show featherweight Donagh Kerry, (1-0), of Ireland, swept all four rounds in his professional debut against Geral Alicea-Romero, (0-2), of Naranjito, Puerto Rico. Scores were 40-36 on all three scorecards.

NEW YORK (March 16, 2025) — The biggest Irish boxing card in New York City history is coming to The Theater at Madison Square Garden today — St. Patrick’s Day eve.  Presented by Tom Loeffler’s 360 Promotions, the card will be headlined by undefeated Callum Walsh, from Cork, Ireland, who is trained by Hall of Famer Freddie Roach.  The WBC and IBF no. 6 world-rated super welterweight contender, Walsh (12-0, 10 KOs), will be defending his WBC Continental Americas title against Dean Sutherland (19-1, seven KOs), from Aberdeen, Scotland.  The top portion of the seven-bout card, featuring seven fighters from Ireland or of Irish descent, will be streamed live globally on UFC Fight Pass beginning at 6 p.m. ET.

Making his pro debut on the undercard will be light heavyweight amateur standout Sean O’Bradaigh, in a four-round bout, against Jefferson Almeida, from Campo Grande, Brasil, also making his pro debut.  O’Bradaigh, 22, a first generation American, is not your typical boxer having completed his bachelor’s degree in real estate finance at New York University last December.  He will receive his diploma at NYU’s commencement in May.  As for O’Bradaigh’s boxing credentials, he won the 2023 New York Golden Gloves tournament (now called the Ring Masters) at Madison Square Garden in the 165 pound division and the Elite 176 pound title in the 2023 New York Boxing Tournament.  He was also a three-time National Amateur semifinalist — twice in the U.S. and once in Ireland — and a 2024 Olympic trials competitor.  He was ranked as high as no. 8 in the U.S. Amateurs light heavyweight division.  The card’s first three bouts, including Sean’s, will be streamed live and free on the UFC Fight Pass YouTube channel beginning at 4 p.m. ET (Walsh vs Sutherland LIVE Prelims | EXCLUSIVELY on UFC FIGHT PASS!) Remaining tickets may be purchased at Ticketmaster or at The Garden box office.

SEAN O’BRADAIGH MEDIA CENTRAL

In the Ring, It Doesn’t Matter How Much Money Sean O’Bradaigh’s Parents Have – David Waldstein – The New York Times

A green (but fascinating) fighter makes his debut on St. Patrick’s Day eve at the Garden – Jerry Izenberg – nj.com

https://www.nydailynews.com/2025/03/16/manhattans-sean-obradaigh-makes-pro-debut-in-all-irish-boxing-card-at-the-garden/?share=enpariydha00ysnbndla – Tony Paige – Daily News 

College graduate Sean O’Bradaigh ready for his pro debut – Kieran Mulvaney – Boxing Scene

Sean O’Bradaigh Wanted No Regrets in Making Decision To Pursue Pro Boxing Career – Tom Gerbasi – Ring Magazine

New York, NY (March 14, 2025) Tom Loeffler’s 360 Promotions held the Final Press Conference for The Biggest Irish Boxing Card in New York City History set for this Sunday, March 16

at The Theater at Madison Square Garden and broadcast globally on UFC Fight Pass.

The can’t miss card is headlined by the The Fastest Rising Star in Boxing, ‘King’ Callum Walsh, (12-0, 10 KOs), defending his WBC Continental Americas Super Welterweight Title against Scotland’s Dean Sutherland, (19-1, 7 KOs), in the ten round main event. Currently world ranked #6 by the International Boxing Federation and the World Boxing Council, Walsh will be defending his title for the third time and headlining at the famed venue for the third occasion.

Tickets for the live event at The Theater at Madison Square Garden may be purchased online at MSG.com. Doors will open at 3:45 p.m. ET with the first bell at 4:00 p.m. ET.

Below are quotes from the participants;

Tom Loeffler

“Since the 90’s when I was managing ‘The Flushing Flash’ Kevin Kelley from Queens, I have always loved working at Madison Square Garden. Having promoted many great nights with the Klitschko Brothers and Gennadiy Golovkin, I’m very excited to bring Callum Walsh back here for the third time on this great Irish boxing card for St. Patrick’s Day Weekend. The Biggest Irish Boxing Card in New York City History.”

“With our first fight at 4:00 p.m. ET, that’s 8:00 p.m. in Ireland, a perfect time to watch this card on UFC Fight Pass.”

Mick Conlan (Manager of Kevin Cronin)

“I’ve had some great nights here and want to tell the lads who haven’t fought here before, there’s nothing else in the world like fighting at Madison Square Garden, it really is The Mecca of Boxing. Enjoy every moment as this is the best atmosphere you’ll ever experience. Wish everyone on the card all the best.”

‘King’ Callum Walsh

 “This is a real Irish card with real Irish fighters that’s really uniting the Irish country. We’ve got great fights throughout the entire card; a terrific rematch, heavyweights and two pro debuts.”

“Dean and I are ready to fight, he’s coming ready and we’re going to put on a great show for the fans.”

Dean Sutherland

“The Scotts and the Irish are very pretty similar, we just want to see a good quality showdown and that’s exactly what you are going to get on Sunday night. Me and Callum are going to leave it all in the ring and may the best man win!”

Cletus Seldin

“Madison Square Garden, The Mecca of Boxing, baby. Just one year ago I made history here with two victories, one in the ring and one when I proposed to my now wife. Six months later we got married and six months after that we’re here again.”

“I also found out The Hebrew Hammer is 3% Irish and if I do my math correctly that makes me 300% Irish this weekend. On Sunday night the fighting spirit the Irish have will be on display and in my performance.”

Keenan Carbajal

“I just found out ten minutes ago that my first name Keenan is of Irish descent. The fighting spirit of the Irish will be in me on Sunday night. Respect will be earned. I’m happy to be here and ready to put on a show.

Emett Brennan

“Thanks to Tom Loeffler, it doesn’t get much bigger than fighting at Madison Square Garden. The first fight was a cracker and the fight of the night, this one isn’t going ten rounds, I’ll stop him before then.”

Kevin Cronin

“The talk is done and on Sunday night we’re going to go to work. It was ten rounds of work last time and will be another tough ten rounds this time. It’s going to be a very exciting fight for those watching here at Madison Square Garden and also for fans watching on UFC Fight Pass.”

Thomas Carty

“For me, fighting at Madison Square Garden is a real honor. Thanks very much to Tom Loeffler and 360 Promotions for this opportunity. This is the American Dream to be fighting at Madison Square Garden for all of us Irish fighters. Very happy to have all my family and friends here.”

Dajuan Calloway

“I’m from Cleveland, Ohio and I’m also 30% Irish. I’m here to make a statement on Sunday night. Carty and I are going to put on a good show.”

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Fighting in the ten-round co-main event, former junior lightweight world title challenger ‘Fearless’ Feargal McCrory, (16-1, 8 KOs), returns to The Theater at Madison Square Garden against veteran Keenan Carbajal, (25-4-1, 17 KOs), of Phoenix, AZ.

Super middleweights Emmet Brennan, (5-0, 1KO) of Dublin, Ireland and Kevin ‘The Kingdom Warrior’ Cronin, (8-2-1,4 KOs) of County Kerry, Ireland, will face-off in a highly anticipated rematch from their hotly contested clash won by Brennan at the 3Arena event on September 20, 2024.

Popular Irish heavyweight Thomas ‘The Bomber’ Carty, (10-0, 9 KOs), of Dublin will make his U.S. debut against Dajuan Calloway, (10-3, 8 KOs), of Cleveland, OH in a scheduled eight rounder.

Long a New York City fan favorite, super lightweight contender Cletus ‘The Hebrew Hammer’ Seldin, (28-1, 23 KOs), faces veteran Yeis Gabriel ‘El Tigre’ Solano, (15-4 10 KOs), of Monteria, Columbiain an eight-round showdown.

Sean O’Bradaigh of New York City makes his professional debut against Jose Manuel Florentine, of Boston, MA also debuting as a professional in a four round light heavyweight clash

Featherweight Donagh Keary of Castlewellan, Ireland will make his pro debut in a four-round featherweight bout against Geral Alicea-Romero, (0-0-1), of Naranjito, Puerto Rico.

New York City (January 9, 2025) The Fastest Rising Star in Boxing, ‘King’ Callum Walsh, (12-0, 10 KOs), of Cork, Ireland returns to headline St. Patrick’s Day Weekend at The Theater at Madison Square Garden against ‘Deadly’ Dean Sutherland, (19-1, 7 KOs), of Aberdeen, Scotland in the 10-round main event on Sunday, March 16, 2025. The 23-year-old Walsh, trained by Hall of Famer Freddie Roach will be making the third defense of his WBC Continental Americas Super Welterweight Title.

Pre-Sale Tickets for The Biggest Irish Boxing Card in New York City History are Now On-Sale at MSG.com. The event is promoted by Tom Loeffler’s 360 Promotions and will be broadcast globally on UFC Fight Pass, the world’s leading digital subscription service for combat sports. This marks the third headlining fight at The Theater at Madison Square Garden for Walsh, currently world ranked #6 by the International Boxing Federation and #7 by the World Boxing Council.

“It’s a thrill to be fighting back at Madison Square Garden for the third time and again on St. Patrick’s Day Weekend,” said Callum Walsh. “I’ll be ready to put on a show for the biggest Irish celebration in New York City.”

“I’m headed to New York City for victory in front of the Irish boxing fans on Sunday, March 16,” said Dean Sutherland. “My winning streak of six fights in a row will continue as I move up in the rankings and win the WBC Continental Americas Title.”

“We’re very excited to promote another huge Irish boxing card at Madison Square Garden,” said Tom Loeffler. “This fight provides Callum another opportunity to prove that he is the best and most marketable young fighter in boxing as he headlines this famed venue for the third time.”

“Thanks very much for their support to Madison Square Garden and to our broadcast partners, Dana White and UFC Fight Pass for live streaming the event globally.”

Fighting in the ten-round co-main event, super welterweights Emmet Brennan, (5-0, 1KO) of Dublin, Ireland and Kevin ‘The Kingdom Warrior’ Cronin, (8-2-1,4 KOs) of County Kerry, Ireland, will face-off in a rematch from their hotly contested clash won by Cronin at the 3Arena event on September 20, 2024.

Former world title challenger ‘Fearless’ Feargal McCrory, (16-1, 8 KOs), returns to The Theater at Madison Square Garden against Brandon Benitez, (21-3, 9 KOs), of Queretaro, Mexico over ten rounds.

Popular Irish heavyweight Thomas ‘The Bomber’ Carty, (10-0, 9 KOs), of Dublin will make his U.S. debut against Dajuan Calloway, (10-3, 8 KOs), of Warrenville Heights, OH in a scheduled eight rounder.

Long a New York City fan favorite, super lightweight Cletus ‘The Hebrew Hammer’ Seldin,

(28-1, 23 KOs), faces veteran Issouf Kinda, (20-6, 9 KOs), of Brooklyn, NY in an eight-round cross-town showdown.

Rounding out the featherweight Donagh Keary will make his pro debut in a four-round featherweight bout against an opponent to be announced.

Callum Walsh capped his remarkable 2024 with his professional debut in his native Ireland on September 20, at the 3Arena in Dublin. Fighting in front of a ‘loud and proud’ gathering of over 5,000 fans, Walsh dismantled the much more experienced Polish veteran Przemyslaw Runowski with a second-round knockout.

Dean Sutherland enters the battle against Callum Walsh with a six-fight winning streak; fighting four times in 2024 closing the year in style, defending his title for the first time with a fourth-round stoppage of Fraser Wilkinson on November 30 headlining in Aberdeen.