Tyrone McKenna vs. Dylan Moran: Preview & Betting Tips

Irish boxing fans are in for another fiery domestic clash when Tyrone McKenna and Dylan Moran meet again in Belfast on Saturday, September 13, 2025, on the undercard of Crocker vs Donovan 2.

When McKenna (24-6-1, 7 KO’s) and Moran (19-3, 9 KO’s) first squared off, few expected the firefight that unfolded. Both men came out swinging, and for a brief spell Moran looked sharp with his jab and forward pressure. But once McKenna settled into range, his long left hands began to land. Moran was floored twice and left bloodied, forcing the referee to halt the bout in round two.

Tale of the Tape

Tyrone McKenna – Odds 1.44

Record: 24-6-1, 7 KO’s

Age: 35

Height: 6ft1

Reach: N/A

Weight: Welterweight

Stance: Southpaw 

Dylan Moran – Odds 2.75

Record: 19-3, 9 KO’s

Age: 30

Height: 5ft11

Reach: N/A

Weight: Welterweight

Stance: Southpaw

Tyrone McKenna vs Dylan Moran: Analysis

At 35, McKenna is now entering the twilight of his career, but he remains a dangerous gatekeeper in the welterweight division. He has fought a higher level of opposition than Moran, sharing the ring with some of the UK and Ireland’s best.

He is a rangy awkward southpaw who likes to keep opponents at range with his jab and straight left. He’s tough and willing to engage, but he is at his best when he dictates distance and spears sharp punches to his opponents head and body. 

The 30-year-old Moran is still rebuilding after the tough loss to McKenna, but his ambition hasn’t dimmed. For him, this rematch is more than just about leveling the score. He’ll be looking to get back on track with a win to keep his European and world level aspirations alive.

The question is whether Moran can adjust his approach from the first fight by tightening his defence and avoiding reckless exchanges. If not, McKenna will look to pick him off again.

McKenna vs Moran: Prediction & Betting Tips

McKenna enters the ring brimming with confidence, knowing he has already stopped Moran. Moran, meanwhile, has to overcome both physical and psychological scars. All throughout the lead up to the first fight, McKenna mocked Moran for his “weak” chin, and that proved to be the case when he blitzed him out of there early.

On paper and in practice, McKenna remains the favourite. His reach, experience, and the psychological boost of their first fight give him the edge. Moran has a puncher’s chance, particularly early, but McKenna’s skills won’t have evaporated overnight.

Usually when someone wins in devastating fashion, it repeats in the rematch. And I think that’s going to be the case here. I’m taking Tyrone McKenna to win by KO/TKO at odds of 1.91.