Feargal McCrory got here near securing a shot at one of many greatest names in boxing final weekend.
The Coalisland favorite was within the body to battle Shakur Stevenson on the huge Saudi-hosted card final Saturday night time.
The American was as a result of face Floyd Schofield in an eagerly anticipated conflict earlier than the American pulled out throughout battle week.
Somewhat than pull the Rio Olympic medal winner from the invoice a late alternative was sought.
Irish-boxing.com understands latest world title challenger McCrory was on the short-notice shortlist.
Ultimately, Doncaster native Josh Padley received the decision, went from the constructing web site to a world title ring in a matter of days, and made life-changing cash.
McCrory might be buoyed to have been thought-about and gained’t be too disillusioned to have missed out as he has a giant battle lined up.
‘Fearless’ returns to Madison Sq. Backyard for a 3rd time the place he faces fellow world title challenger Keenan ‘Bedo’ Carbajal on the undercard of one other Callum Walsh topped UFC Combat Move invoice.
