Aaron McKenna faces Etinosa Oliha for IBF middleweight title in Dublin
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 6:09 AM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
Aaron McKenna and Etinosa Oliha are set to compete for the vacant IBF world middleweight title on August 8 in Dublin. The fight will take place at the 3Arena, known for historic boxing events, and is part of a larger card featuring several middleweight bouts. McKenna, unbeaten at 20-0, aims to become Ireland's latest world champion, while Oliha also remains undefeated at 22-0. Both fighters have expressed confidence heading into the match, with McKenna noting his home country advantage after many successes as an amateur.
- •McKenna vs Oliha scheduled for August 8 in Dublin.
- •Fight takes place at the renowned 3Arena.
- •McKenna holds a record of 20-0; Oliha is 22-0.
- •The event includes other notable middleweight matches.
- •McKenna's first professional fight in Ireland after a successful amateur career.
"All you need to know ahead of Saturday's middleweight showdown between Aaron McKenna and Etinosa Oliha in Dublin, live on Sky Sports.
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