Lurgan, Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon, Northern Ireland, United Kingdom
Ike Weir 1867-1908 Erected to celebrate Ike Weir, native of Castle Lane, Lurgan and Featherweight Boxing Champion of the World. In 1889 he fought an 80 round match to a draw - the longest World Championship bout ever fought under Queensbury Rules
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