Etinosa Oliha warns Aaron McKenna ahead of title fight in Dublin
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Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Etinosa Oliha will face Aaron McKenna for the vacant IBF middleweight title on August 8 at 3Arena in Dublin. Oliha has expressed confidence in his ability to defeat McKenna, stating he will inflict a 'punishing' performance. McKenna aims to secure the title in front of a supportive crowd, claiming he is the best middleweight in the world. The fight is drawing significant attention as both boxers remain unbeaten, setting the stage for a competitive matchup.
- •Fight set for August 8 at 3Arena, Dublin.
- •Oliha warns he will 'hurt' McKenna in the bout.
- •Both fighters are unbeaten in their professional careers.
- •McKenna seeks to become Ireland's newest world champion.
- •Oliha aims to add more world titles to his career.
"Etinosa Oliha says Aaron McKenna cannot offer "anything new" in their world title fight and has vowed to inflict a punishing defeat on the Irishman.
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