Liahm O'Brien, Author at The Inner Sanctum

Tokyo 2020: Australian Recap – Thursday July 29

30/07/2021 Liahm O'Brien 0

Australia’s water dominance continued on day 6 of the Tokyo Olympics, while a number of athletes advanced into the finals of their sport.

An ode to Jack: The kid from Clarence to Apple Isle Royalty

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Jack Riewoldt reaching the 300 games milestone has been a cause of reflection by fans upon the career of one of Richmond’s favourite sons.

Tokyo 2020 Preview: Boxers aim to go the distance in pursuit of gold

11/07/2021 Liahm O'Brien 0

Olympic boxing has log been the proving ground for many young athletes. We preview this year’s competition before the first bell on July 24, covering competition structure, the main storylines and Australia’s medal prospects in Tokyo.

‘We were like brothers’ – The unbreakable connection within the 1996 Australian boxing team

10/07/2021 Liahm O'Brien 0

The 1996 Australian boxing team made history at the Atlanta Olympics, by being the first sports team to feature three Indigenous athletes.

25 years on, their bond remains a special one.

LIVE BLOG: Tim Tszyu v Steve Spark

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Can’t watch Tim Tszyu v Steve Spark? Follow our live blog! All the action from Newcastle in one place from 7pm

Proud Noongar man Alex Winwood will be relentless in his pursuit of Olympic Flyweight gold

WATCH: ‘It’s an honour’ Indigenous boxer, Alex Winwood, at Tokyo Olympics

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Flyweight boxer Alex Winwood spoke to The Inner Sanctum about what it means as an Indigenous man to represent Australia in Tokyo.

WATCH: Linn Sandstrom previews July 7 ANBF Super Flyweight title fight

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Linn Sandstrom stops by The Inner Sanctum to preview her ANBF Australasian Super Flyweight title fight with Natalie Hills on July 7.

‘I knew I was going to be a fighter’ – Liam Wilson is out to fulfil destiny

03/07/2021 Liahm O'Brien 0

Many believe Liam Wilson is on a path to World Super Featherweight glory. Standing in his way on July 7 will be classy Filipino, Joe Noynay.

Michael Zerafa v Joel Camilleri bout targeted for end of year

02/07/2021 Liahm O'Brien 0

A bout between Michael Zerafa and Joel Camilleri is being targeted for later this year.

‘We just simply would not be ready for that fight’ – Hunt offered Tszyu bout

01/07/2021 Liahm O'Brien 0

As told by trainer Glenn Rushton, Andrew Hunt was offered to fight Tim Tszyu on July 7. The 23-year-old had to turn it down, however.

‘Dare to be great’- Steve Spark steps in to fight Tim Tszyu

30/06/2021 Liahm O'Brien 0

After Michael Zerafa withdrew from his showdown with Tim Tszyu, Toowoomba’s Steve Spark jumped at the chance to fight Australia’s best.

‘It’s been a lot of growth’: Zac Smith reflects on 10 year anniversary of Gold Coast Suns first win

17/06/2021 Liahm O'Brien 0

10 years on from their first AFL win, Gold Coast Suns’ ruckman, Zac Smith has been incredibly impressed by the growth of the club

‘Let them remember my name’: Jason Whateley eyes star-making performance at Huni vs Gallen

12/06/2021 Liahm O'Brien 0

Jason Whateley is a rising Australian Cruiserweight. On Wednesday night, he gets the chance to shine bright in his pay per view debut.

Huni vs Gallen: Who do the Pros Pick?

11/06/2021 Liahm O'Brien 0

To help decide who wins Wednesday’s Australian Heavyweight title fight between Justis Huni and Paul Gallen, we asked the pro’s to give their pick.

‘I do it for our people’: Jarrad Oakley-Nicholls reflects on Dreamtime debut, fifteen years on

05/06/2021 Liahm O'Brien 0

This year’s Dreamtime match has taken on another meaning, as the fixture is set to be played in Perth on Noongar Country. Whadjuk Land to be exact. Since his debut in the 2006 Dreamtime game, Jarrad Oakley-Nicholls has found an outlet for his passion for Aboriginal empowerment.