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Gavin McDonnell (right) is fed up of being accused by cynics of riding the coat tails of twin brother Jamie (left), the IBF world bantamweight champion. Picture: Trevor Price

McDonnell: I’ve earned my spot – it’s nothing to do with Jamie

Gavin McDonnell admits ‘proving people wrong’ is one of the main driving forces behind his rapid rise in boxing.

Boxer John Irwin, pictured in his new role at Dearne Valley Personal Development Centre.

Boxing: Irwin still a huge hit out of the ring

But for losing out on a split decision against Steve Robinson in their European featherweight title clash in Manchester in 1999, John Irwin could have become the first Doncaster boxer to challenge for a world title, writes Steve Hossack.

Trainer Paul Thompson with Gavin and Jamie McDonnell

Champ Jamie opens Doncaster gym

DONCASTER history maker Jamie McDonnell was on hand to open up the sort of gym that he once came from.

Jamie McDonnell: From ‘no future’ to world champion

He may be on top of the world right now, but it was not so long ago that Jamie McDonnell felt he had no future in boxing.

McDonnell lands a clean hook against Julio Ceja

COMMENT: Jamie McDonnell - the underdog that knows how to bite

There was to be no anti-climax, no disappointment. Only joy, relief and celebration.

Jamie McDonnell Vs Julio Ceja
IBF Bantamweight world Title

Blood: McDonnell can inspire the next generation

Veteran Plant Works coach Ken Blood is tipping Jamie McDonnell to inspire a generation of young Doncaster boxers, writes Steve Hossack.

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McDonnell: I’ve earned my spot – it’s nothing to do with Jamie

McDonnell: I’ve earned my spot – it’s nothing to do with Jamie

Boxing: Irwin still a huge hit out of the ring

Champ Jamie opens Doncaster gym

Jamie McDonnell: From ‘no future’ to world champion

COMMENT: Jamie McDonnell - the underdog that knows how to bite

Blood: McDonnell can inspire the next generation

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