Tyrone McKenna's journey to pursue a world title took an exciting turn after his intense two-round clash with Dylan Moran in Waterford. Their fight, broadcast on ProBox TV, was truly remarkable, with both fighters meeting in the center ring and delivering one of the best two-round bouts in recent memory.

Tyrone McKenna's Determination in the Boxing Ring

Section 1: The Intense First Round

McKenna initially thought Moran would move and box, but he didn't. Throughout the week, Moran had promised to box, yet he didn't follow through. McKenna absorbed heavy punishment from Moran and then dropped him heavily at the end of the first round. It was a moment of dominance for McKenna.In the first round, Moran was firing big shots, which was burning his nervous energy. McKenna, knowing this, tucked up and moved, waiting for the right moment. In the last minute, he started putting pressure on Moran and caught him with a good shot in the last second. It was a close call, and some thought the fight could have been stopped right then.

Section 2: The Entertaining Second Round

The second round was equally entertaining. Moran was again dropped at the end of the round, and this time their contest was waved off. McKenna showed his resilience as he withstood Moran's attacks and managed to turn the tide.During the second round, McKenna's strategy of moving and waiting paid off. He was able to avoid Moran's big shots and counter with his own. Moran's determination was evident, but McKenna's skill and composure gave him the upper hand.

Section 3: McKenna's Thoughts After the Fight

McKenna shared his thoughts with BoxingScene. He said he knew Moran was putting everything into his shots and that it was burning his energy. He also mentioned that he was able to tuck up and move, conserving his energy and waiting for the right opportunity.In addition, McKenna talked about how the crowd might have affected Moran. He said he sometimes gets too riled up and that the crowd might have played a role in Moran's performance. McKenna also emphasized his confidence in his ability to hit and his tough chin.

Section 4: McKenna's Training and Confidence

Before the contest, McKenna said he had been reborn in a training camp in Germany. This gave him the confidence that he could finally lift a world championship. The performance against Moran has only enhanced his conviction.McKenna took some big shots from Moran, who is a big lad. He was hit flush with big hooks a few times but didn't budge. He knows he is good enough to be a world champion with the right fights and opponents.

Section 5: The Welterweight Division and Future Opponents

The welterweight division is considered one of the weaker weight classes in 2024. However, McKenna is unfazed and is willing to step in with former sparring partner and IBF 147lbs champion Jaron "Boots" Ennis.McKenna joked about swerving Ennis but also said he is willing to fight anyone, including "Boots." He wants big fights and is prepared to give anyone a tough night. He believes he is one of the hardest men in the division and is ready to prove it.