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DARK SECRETS: John cooney | Vintage Vibes

First preliminary hearing takes place ahead of inquest into boxer death

John Cooney, 28, from Galway, died following a professional fight at the Ulster Hall in Belfast last year.

Evening Standard

Boxer’s family ‘hope inquest will bring change to the sport’

John Cooney, 28, died after being injured in a clash in 2025.

Evening Standard

Two Japanese boxers die from August 2nd bouts in Tokyo

Two Japanese boxers die from August 2nd bouts. They were super featherweight boxer Shigetoshi Kotari and lightweight Hiromasa Urakawa.

The Sports Daily

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‘A lovely sweet kid’: tributes paid to John Cooney after Irish boxer’s death

John Cooney, the Irish boxer who has died after a title fight in Belfast, has been described by Barry McGuigan as a ‘lovely sweet kid’

The Guardian - UK

Irish Boxer Dies From Brain Injury One Week After Celtic Championship Fight

John Cooney, 28, was stretchered out of the ring last Saturday.

Sports Illustrated

Family’s ‘devastation’ as Irish boxer John Cooney dies aged 28

He had been treated at Belfast’s Royal Victoria Hospital after his defeat to Welshman Nathan Howells at the Ulster Hall last Saturday.

The Independent UK

Boxer John Cooney dies aged 28 after being injured in title fight

The Belfast fighter was taken to intensive care following his defeat to Nathan Howells last Saturday

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Glasgow Warriors go top of URC with superb Ulster win as Matthews makes history

Glasgow Warriors moved top of the URC with a stunning comeback win over Ulster as Johnny Matthew continued his incredible try-scoring record to…

The National (Scotland)

Mike Blair denied a winning parting gift as Ulster bounce back

Mike Blair’s final match as Edinburgh head coach ended in another disappointing defeat as their season concluded with a 12th loss in the URC at…

The National (Scotland)

Ulster Rugby's John Cooney reveals mother's advice after signing new contract

The scrum-half has committed his future to Ulster for another two years

Belfast Live

Leinster 30-15 Ulster: The Blues book quarter-final spot with battling victory

Leo Cullen's men dealt with the brutal conditions better to set up a last eight clash with Leicester Tigers at the same venue next weekend

Irish Mirror

What channel is Scotland vs Ireland on? TV and live stream info for Sunday's game

Ireland will look to continue their march towards the Grand Slam on Sunday when they face Scotland

Belfast Live

Ulster Rugby star weighs into Ardie Savea 'throat-slitting' controversy

The All Blacks player has apologised for the gesture made to an opponent on Friday

Belfast Live

John Cooney outlines simple life philosophy and fans absolutely love it

Cooney starred with the boot as Ulster beat the Sharks in Durban on Saturday

Belfast Live

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Warriors rolls out the big guns to extend unbeaten run

A big impact off the bench from Scotland squad members Jamie Bhatti, Fraser Brown, Simon Berghan and Ali Price was crucial to Glasgow Warriors…

Belfast Live

Stephen Ferris makes John Cooney quip as he doubles down on potential Scotland switch

Cooney came off the bench against Glasgow Warriors on Friday night, with Scotland coach Gregor Townsend in attendance

The National (Scotland)

Cummings comeback will lift the whole team, says Smith

Glasgow Warriors head coach Franco Smith believes that his cautious approach towards recuperating Scott Cummings will benefit the player and…

Belfast Live

Ulster Rugby prop's brilliant TV interview proves why he's fans' favourite

The 32-year-old joked he would 'make the most out of it' after scoring a try against Stormers on Friday night

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Belfast Live

Stephen Ferris questions Ruan Pienaar call as John Cooney decision looms

Former Ulster and Ireland back rower left baffled as Scotland ponder scrum-half call-up

Belfast Live

Ulster vs Stormers: Rob Lyttle on revenge mission against South African visitors

Ulster host the Stormers at Kingspan Stadium on Friday night, 7.35pm kick-off

Belfast Live

What time and TV channel is Ulster v Sale on in the Heineken Cup? Stream info and more

It's a crucial night for Ulster in Belfast as they must win and then hope that other results go their way

Irish Mirror

Champions Cup team news: Leinster, Munster and Ulster name teams pool stage openers

Garry Ringrose leads the team while Jason Jenkins and Charlie Ngatai - who brings his Top 14 experience from Lyon - make their Champions Cup bows for Leinster

Daily Record

John Cooney breaks silence on Scotland rugby switch from Ireland

The Ulster scrum-half hasn’t featured for the Irish in two years and is eligible for Scotland because of his father.

Irish Mirror

Ulster star John Cooney considering switching allegiance to Scotland from Ireland

The scrum-half has made 11 appearances for Ireland, but could represent Scotland in the near future.

Wales Online

Wales' best rugby players this season, according to stats at Pivac's disposal

The figures reveal which players have been performing best in early weeks of season

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