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# John Joe Nevin

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# Breakthrough
John Joe Nevin finally seals fight that could ignite his pro career
The former Olympic silver medallist will fight for a WBA rankings belt next month.
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Oct 21st 2019, 12:34 AM
# Forgotten Man
'Everything went against me all at once' - Nevin finally on track to make a real go of his pro career
John Joe Nevin is finally fighting fit after a rollercoaster few years.
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Mar 15th 2019, 7:31 PM
# gang's all there
Olympic stars, Carroll and Spike fly flag for Ireland on massive St Patrick's weekend Stateside
The American fight scene will be painted green this coming weekend, with a host of Irish boxing stars in key fights.
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Mar 11th 2019, 4:31 PM
# long time no see
John Joe Nevin to join fellow Olympic hero Katie Taylor on huge Patrick's weekend fight card in Philly
Unbeaten prospect Nevin, 30, is aiming to ignite his career in 2019 after a stop-start few years.
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Jan 6th 2019, 6:18 PM
# Back in action
Olympic silver medalist John Joe Nevin to return to ring on big weekend for Irish boxers abroad
Nevin will aim to go 11-0 against a Nicaraguan journeyman in a bid to build momentum ahead of a crucial 2019.
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Dec 11th 2018, 3:26 PM
# Sucking diesel
John Joe Nevin to face New England lightweight champion as pro career gathers momentum
The 28-year-old former Olympic silver medalist will fight for the second time in three months on 29 June.
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May 22nd 2018, 1:39 PM
# Now we're sucking diesel
John Joe Nevin stylishly picks up 10th win as he finally gains momentum in pro career
Meanwhile, in California, Monaghan teenage star Aaron McKenna’s fight was called off last-minute.
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Mar 10th 2018, 4:56 AM
# back on track
John Joe Nevin to continue comeback versus unbeaten Mexican in Philadelphia
The 2012 Olympic silver medalist will return for his second bout in four months when he faces Alex Torres Rynn.
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Jan 25th 2018, 11:22 AM
# Comeback
Ireland's 2012 Olympics hero John Joe Nevin makes successful return to boxing
The Mullingar native took part in his first fight in over a year.
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Nov 25th 2017, 3:56 PM
# Still shuffling
John Joe Nevin to make ring return later this month following lengthy absence
Nevin hasn’t fought in 13 months but will return to action in London.
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Sep 12th 2017, 1:42 PM
# Fighting Talk
'I'd love to share a ring with him' - John Joe Nevin eyes up dream fight with Carl Frampton
The Mullingar boxer returned to the ring last weekend after a nine month absence.
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Aug 30th 2016, 10:56 AM
# Perfect
Magnificent 7 for John Joe Nevin as he remains undefeated as a pro
The Westmeath boxer beat Greg Coverson Jr last night.
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Nov 26th 2015, 9:54 AM
# Mullilngar Shuffle
John Joe Nevin keeps unbeaten pro record intact with TKO on boxing return
Ireland’s Olympic silver medallist was back in the ring last night after a 10-month lay-off.
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Aug 26th 2015, 10:50 AM
# Closed
Mullingar 'brawl' pub ordered to stay shut for five days
The pub has been the scene of a number of mass rows recently, a court was told.
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Apr 11th 2015, 6:30 AM
# IN COURT
John Joe Nevin has been banned from every pub in Westmeath
The boxer was one of five people to appear in court, charged over a bar brawl on Easter Monday night.
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Apr 10th 2015, 10:48 PM
# national finals
Darren O'Neill steps up while Nolan claims fourth national title
Dean Walsh was able to see off the challenge of Ray Moylette in the light welterweight final.
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Jan 23rd 2015, 9:52 PM
# sporting highlights
Henshaw stars and John Joe's return - Westmeath's 2014 sporting highlights
Plus, Athlone made their return to the Premier Division and Garrycastle won another senior football title.
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Dec 31st 2014, 7:30 AM
# earth shattering
Flying stools and devastating punches: there was a lot of boxing action last night
There was plenty of drama all around the boxing world last night, not just in Dublin.
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Nov 16th 2014, 9:41 AM
# Fight night
'I want to take over': John Joe Nevin ready for home debut on Saturday
Olympic silver medallist faces Jack Heath on the Macklin-Heiland undercard in Dublin.
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Nov 11th 2014, 5:22 PM
# Comeback
John Joe Nevin makes boxing return six months after attack
The Olympic silver medallist fights in North Carolina on Saturday night after being left with two broken legs back in April.
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Oct 9th 2014, 10:29 AM
# Comeback
John Joe Nevin set for September return following attack
The Irish boxing star suffered two broken legs last April.
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Aug 6th 2014, 3:29 PM
# News Fix
Here's What Happened Today: Wednesday
Everyone’s been talking about Angela Kerins, the Anglo trial, and President Higgins…
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Apr 9th 2014, 11:10 PM
# Recovery
John Joe Nevin thanks fans for support as he leaves hospital following attack
Promoters of the Mullingar boxer expect him back in the ring by autumn.
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Apr 9th 2014, 6:29 PM
# Recovery
John Joe Nevin told both his legs were broken in Mullingar attack
The boxer will be confined to a wheelchair for some time.
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Apr 8th 2014, 9:20 PM
# News Fix
Here's What Happened Today: Sunday
Everyone’s been talking about Ian Bailey, John Joe Nevin, and MH370…
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Apr 6th 2014, 7:55 PM
# Mullingar
Man arrested over John Joe Nevin attack released
Gardaí confirmed that the man was released from custody last night.
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Apr 6th 2014, 12:45 PM
# News Fix
Here's What Happened Today: Saturday
Everyone’s been talking about John Joe Nevin, Martin McGuinness, and the IFTAs…
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Apr 5th 2014, 7:55 PM
# Mullingar
Man arrested after Olympic medallist John Joe Nevin injured in Mullingar attack
The boxer is believed to have suffered a broken leg.
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Apr 5th 2014, 7:54 PM
# Winning
Ireland's John Joe Nevin secures convincing victory on pro debut
The two-time Olympian ultimately won the six-rounder with a final score of 59-55.
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Mar 18th 2014, 12:55 PM
# going pro
John Joe Nevin makes his pro debut on a Paddy's Day card in America tonight
The Mullingar featherweight faces Alberto Candelaria in Boston.
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Mar 17th 2014, 7:20 AM
# Boxing
John Joe Nevin pencilled in for Boston fight on St Patrick's Day
The Olympic silver medallist will make his professional debut in February before a second bout on 17 March.
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Jan 22nd 2014, 4:28 PM
# County Highlights
10 of Westmeath’s best sporting moments in 2013
Robbie Henshaw, John Joe Nevin and John Heslin all caught the eye this year.
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Dec 28th 2013, 9:00 AM
# Pro Evolution
Jason Quigley considering pro options after brilliant 2013
Irish boxing could lose one of its best Olympic hopes to the professional game before Rio 2016.
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Dec 11th 2013, 8:00 AM
# Explained
American dream: breaking down the details of John Joe Nevin's pro move
Olympic silver medallist took the first step on his pro journey yesterday — here’s what it all means.
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Oct 23rd 2013, 8:15 AM
# Boxing
John Joe’s American dream: I want to be world champion — and defend my title in Croke Park
Nevin announced details of a new professional management deal with Philadelphia-based Greenblood Boxing.
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Oct 22nd 2013, 5:15 PM
# going pro
John Joe Nevin to announce details of pro move next week
Mullingar bantamweight expected to sign with Philadelphia promotion GreenBlood Boxing.
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Oct 18th 2013, 4:24 PM
# Boxing
Walsh: Best efforts to keep John Joe, but we needed him to make his mind up
John Joe Nevin was left out of Ireland’s World Championship squad as he prepares to sign a professional deal.
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Sep 27th 2013, 7:00 AM
# Boxing
Here is Ireland's 10-man squad for the World Boxing Championships
John Joe Nevin nowhere to be seen as frustrated Darren O’Neill criticises selection process.
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Sep 24th 2013, 5:38 PM
# Pro Evolution
Michael Conlan likely to go pro if he wins world championship gold
London bronze medallist says he’s ready to turn professional when the right offer comes in.
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Sep 20th 2013, 9:30 AM
# No1
Ireland's Nevin and Taylor top latest world boxing rankings
The pair are both now ranked No1 in their respective categories thanks to Nevin’s European championships win last month.
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Jul 2nd 2013, 10:39 PM
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