A Laois man is well on his way to becoming one of Ireland’s most recognisable stars in combat sports as he gears up for a massive World Title fight in the USA.
Eoghan Chelmiah, a former student of Knockbeg College from Arles, will head to Miami, Florida where he will be in the main event of Karate Combat 51 (KC51).
Chelmiah will be proudly representing Ireland as he defends his newly-won Bantamweight World Title belt against Miami native Arturo Vergara.
The Laois star won the title in July thanks to a stunning ten-second knockout of American Jordan Winski at KC48.
Karate Combat is a cutting-edge combat sports organisation with a global reach, and Chelmiah has become one of their most recognised and exciting fighters.
Celebrated for his incredible skill, explosive style, and impressive track record Chelmiah’s most recent fight ended in a ten-second knockout, showcasing his ability to bring the fight to an electrifying finish.
A dynamic and tactical fighter, he has gained a loyal following for his ability to dominate his opponents with precision and power.
For Eoghan, this is more than a fight – it’s about proudly representing Ireland on a global stage.
Fans can watch this must-see battle completely free across multiple platforms, including on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, DAZN, UFC and Fight Pass.
It all goes down on Thursday, December 19.