Michael Conlan: I still believe I can be world champion. Tonight I showed a glimpse of that

Conlan's promoter Kalle Sauerland said the Belfast boxer having a large supporter base means he may not have to go the eliminator route for a title fight.

Michael Conlan said he wants to remaining fights of his pro career to be held in either Dublin or Madison Square Garden. Pic: David Fitzgerald/Sportsfile

Michael Conlan stopped Jack Bateson in the fourth round of their fight at the 3Arena in Dublin on Friday night. Conlan shouted "I'm back" as he celebrated the win.

A right hand from Conlan 22 seconds from the end of the round put Bateson on the canvas. The 31-year-old Englishman got to his feet, stumbled to the ropes and the referee called the bout to a halt.