Aaron McKenna claims IBF middleweight title after defeating Etinosa Oliha
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Last updated Aug 9, 2026
Aaron McKenna won the IBF middleweight title on August 8 in Dublin, defeating Etinosa Oliha. Following his victory at the 3Arena, the new champion expressed his ambition to dominate the middleweight division, calling for fights against top contenders. McKenna aims to unify the titles and stated he is ready to take on all challengers. His impressive win marks a significant moment in his boxing career, which he has been preparing for since childhood.
- •McKenna won the IBF middleweight title on August 8.
- •He defeated Etinosa Oliha in Dublin at 3Arena.
- •McKenna aims to unify titles in the middleweight division.
- •He calls for fights against Denzel Bentley, Carlos Adames, and Erislandy Lara.
- •McKenna expressed a long-held ambition to become a champion.
"New world champion Aaron McKenna is just getting started.
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