Fighting in England
Although a native Galwegian, McDonagh, lives and fights out of a boxing gym in London. In March 2004, McDonagh won the British (Southern Area) Lightweight Title and in May 2005 he fought Robbie Murray for the Irish Light Welterweight Title holder which he lost on points over 10 rounds at the National Stadium, Dublin, Ireland.
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