Kellie Harrington through to World final after impressive win

The Dubliner had already guaranteed bronze at the Championships and never looked under pressure in today’s match.

Kellie Harrington through to World final after impressive win

Kellie Harrington has won her World championship semi-final in Astana and is now guaranteed at least a silver medal.

The Dubliner had already guaranteed bronze at the Championships and never looked under pressure in today’s match.

The 26-year-old won each round of the fight against Canada’s Sara Cali this morning.

Harrington will become only the second Irish female boxer to win a medal at the World Championships, after Katie Taylor.

Taylor also fights for silver this afternoon, having guaranteed her place in Rio with a quarter-final win.

Harrington will not travel to Rio, as her light-welterweight weight class is not included in the Olympics.

More in this section

Sport

Newsletter

Latest news from the world of sport, along with the best in opinion from our outstanding team of sports writers. and reporters

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited