About John Cooney
Lived 1996 – 2025 (aged 28). John Cooney was a boxer.
Career In 2020, Cooney turned professional, making his pro-debut with a unanimous decision win in a four-round bout against Cristian Abata in Alicante, Spain, on 21 November that year.
He won the vacant Celtic super-featherweight title on 25 November 2023, via a first-round stoppage victory over Liam Gaynor at 3Arena in Dublin.
Having suffered a hand injury which required surgery, Cooney returned to the ring at York Hall in London on 26 October 2024, defeating Tampela Maharusi on points in a six-round contest.
Death On 1 February 2025, during a fight against Nathan Howells at Ulster Hall in Belfast, Cooney suffered brain damage and was hospitalised. His death at the age of 28 was reported on 8 February, due to the brain damage he sustained.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Cooney?
Irish boxer (1996–2025)
When was John Cooney born?
John Cooney was born on 2 April 1996.
When did John Cooney die?
John Cooney died on 8 February 2025.
What was John Cooney's occupation?
John Cooney was a boxer.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: John Cooney (boxer)
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