What is recorded here
John Monaghan, the undefeated World Flyweight Champion, fought at Kings Hall in Balmoral during 1948 and 1949. The blue plaque marks the place where his gloves struck and his legend grew.
This blue commemorative plaque records: John 'Rinty' Monaghan 1918-1984 boxer undefeated World Flyweight Champion fought here 1948 & 1949 Recorded plaque organisation: Ulster History Circle.
John Monaghan, known as 'Rinty', was an Irish boxer who held the World Flyweight Championship undefeated and is remembered for his significant fights in 1948 and 1949.
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