Callum Walsh has emerged onto the boxing scene in recent years, but who is he?
The Irish fighter has been closely endorsed by UFC president Dana White, despite no other boxers being as closely associated with the MMA promoter.
However, Walsh has proved himself to be a talented boxer in his career so far, maintaining his undefeated record. As he looks to grow more in the sport, Walsh will be looking to enter conversations alongside the likes of Katie Taylor as Irish boxing greats.
So who is the Irish fighter getting a unique endorsement? Here is everything you need to know.
How old is Callum Walsh?
As of March 2025, Walsh is 24 years old. He was born on the 9th of February 2001.
Where is Callum Walsh from?
Callum Walsh is from Cork, Ireland. He began boxing at 6 years old when his father took him to local a boxing gym.
Walsh had his first amateur fight at 11 years old.
What is Callum Walsh’s height and weight
Walsh is 6 feet tall, or 1.83 meters. He weighed in for his last bout at 153.75 lbs, or 70kg.
The Irishman competes in the super welterweight division and has done so for his whole career.
Callum Walsh’s X and Instagram accounts
You can follow Walsh on Instagram at @kingcallumwalsh. The Irish fighter has amassed over 200k followers on the platform.
Walsh is less active on X, but you can follow him at @KINGCALLUMWALSH, where has 6k followers.
Why does Dana White promote Callum Walsh?
Dana White has never given a clear reason why he has chosen to take Walsh under his wing as a promoter. The UFC president has said in the past that he likes Walsh’s personality, fighting style, and Irish background.
Potentially looking to emulate the success of Conor McGregor in the boxing world, the UFC’s social media channels often promote Walsh.
Who is Callum Walsh’s girlfriend?
Walsh is in a public relationship with MMA fighter Tabatha Ricci.
Ricci is a UFC strawweight contender with a record of 11-3.
Callum Walsh record
Callum Walsh’s professional boxing record is currently 12-0, with 10 wins coming by way of stoppage.
The fighter from Cork made his debut in 2021, winning by first-round knockout.
Callum Walsh next fight
Walsh will fight Dean Sutherland in his next boxing fight, who has a record of 19-1. The pair will meet in the Madison Square Garden Theatre in New York.
The bout is scheduled for March 16th, 2025.
Sutherland is a 26-year-old fighter from Scotland who made his debut in 2018.
Callum Walsh vs Przemyslaw Runowski
Walsh fought for the first time in his home county when he faced Przemyslaw Runowski from Poland in September 2024.
Runowski had a 22-2-1 record going into the bout at the 3 Arena, however, it would be Walsh who got the victory in the 3 Arena.
Walsh put his opponent down in the second round with a left hand, which would spell the end of the fight for Runowski.
The win meant that Walsh defended the WBC Continental Americas Super Welterweight title.
Callum Walsh vs Carlos Ortiz Cervantes
In June 2024, Walsh faced Mexican fighter Carlos Ortiz Cervantes, who had a record of 14-5 when the two met.
They fought in Santa Ynez in the United States, with Walsh winning via TKO in the second round.
After a knockdown in the first round, Walsh would put his opponent down a further two times in the second. Not making the second count, the fight was over.
The win made Walsh an 11-0 professional.