Michael joins the show to talk about his mind-set and how it can affect outcomes, the preparation work he employs to ready himself for the challenges of the ring, and the belief he holds close in order to push himself forward.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

Being Irish is a source of much pride, especially for its sportspeople. This sense of camaraderie and patriotism helps to boost the spirits when needed.

Boxing is like life. It requires resilience. It requires discipline. Success does not come when we walk away. It comes from surmounting the challenges we face

Boxing is a working class sport, and is a way for anyone to rise above their beginnings and become something truly great. But it involves struggle.

When the chips are down, we always find solace and peace in the things we hold dear. For Michael, family is the most important thing in his life, and spurs him on to do better.