On January 15, 1961 in Celtic History

Dave MAC auley, boxer, born

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Sun 15 Jan 1961

    Dave McAuley, the former professional boxer from Northern Ireland, was born on January 19, 1961 in Larne, County Antrim.

    He is best known for his achievements in the world of boxing and was particularly successful as a flyweight and bantamweight boxer. Dave McAuley is remembered for his notable career, which included winning the IBF (International Boxing Federation) world bantamweight title IBF, 1989-92,.

    He had a significant impact on the sport of boxing during his career.

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