Liam Walsh talks to David Wainwright
QUICK INFORMATION:
Age: 21
Instagram: liam.walsh_1
Nationality: Irish
From: Kerry
Weight: Super middleweight
Position: Orthodox
Height: 6ft 1ins
Record (7-0-2, 3 KOs)
Next match: TBC, hopefully in Ireland soon
When and why did you start boxing?
I was eight years old when I started boxing. My dad was one of the head coaches at Kingsheath ABC and he brought me and my brother Paddy here and I haven’t stopped since.
Most popular boxer of all time?
GGG, love his style and toughness.
Best fight you ever saw?
The fight between GGG and Canelo I.
What has been your personal career highlight so far?
Got their first win and made a spectacular comeback after two consecutive draws.
Toughest opponent?
Vasif Mamedov. A very strong fighter.
The best and worst qualities of a boxer?
My best trait is that I have a great straight punch and can turn it into a great left hook. My worst trait is that I will stand and fight instead of moving when I have to.
Training tips?
Be patient.
Favorite food and restaurant?
Restaurant: Horse shoe in Kenmare.
Meal: Chicken burger (with BBQ sauce).
Best friend in boxing?
My brother Paddy #PrettyBoy Walsh.
What other athlete would you like to be?
Oh oh.
Who will play you in the movie of your life?
Tom Hardy.
One thing you would change about professional boxing?
Wrong decisions and early stops.
Have you ever been fascinated by the stars?
Not yet.
When was the last time you cried and why?
After the second draw, I felt like all the effort was not worth it and I had a private moment after the match in the hotel room.
Tell us something that few people know about you?
I have dyslexia and difficulty writing but I love BBQ sauce.
