BELFAST
MAY 27
MAIN EVENT
UNDERCARD
ATMOSPHERE
MICHAEL CONLAN’S ‘world title’ dream was shattered for a second time as he fell under Luis Alberto Lopez’s dynamite fists. The Mexican IBF featherweight belt-holder may bring an unusual style to the ring, but he is devastatingly effective. Slick Mick found that out in the fifth round when a right uppercut left him sprawled on the canvas. Trainer Adam Booth immediately offered a white towel of submission.
Fourteen months ago, in the Nottingham Arena, Michael was ahead when Leigh Wood dramatically knocked him out in a frenetic final round. After regrouping with two strong displays at home, Conlan’s quest for a belt seemed achievable.
Here, in front of a
