Michael Reilly from St Paul’s Boxing Club in Waterford City defeated James McCann in his semi-final at the National Under 19 Championship at the National Stadium this afternoon.

He won by a unanimous five-nil decision.

He boxes Eddie Corcoran of Mullingar Elite Boxing Club in the 55kg final next week.

Michael is an IABA youth champion and has already enjoyed considerable success.

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