PICTURE: Thurles man becomes Muai Thai World Champion

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His family are very proud!

Adding to his collection of numerous belts, trophies etc. on Saturday, March 23 in Crystal Palace, London. Ciarain Shanahan became The new KPG (80kg) Muai Thai World Champion.

Ciarain who hails from Leugh Thurles and is a past pupil of Leugh National School and The CBS. He started his kickboxing career at Thurles Kickboxing Academy under Pat John McCoole.

He now fights out of Jai Dee Academy. Hertford London. Under the renowned coach Andy Newell.

His Family are the well-known Shanahans of Cappnaville, Upperchurch and Callanans of Ardbawn, Thurles. His Parents Andrew and Sharon, sister Kirstie, Nephew Kalel, Niece Kaylah, Girlfriend Louisa and all his extended family and friends are extremely proud of ALL his achievements.

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