Boxing trainer Joe Gallagher is brutally honest on boxing politics
The beloved trainer and manager is fighting stage four bowel and liver cancer, which he was diagnosed with last November.And the 56-year-old world championship trainer is now undergoing chemotherapy to prolong his life."I just wanted to carry on as normal as possible while I tried to process things."We can overlook things and put things off because we're always so 'busy', but ultimately there's nothing more important than your health.
“I didn't have any major symptoms, so if you feel something isn't right, no matter how small, please don't put it off - please go and get checked, as it could save your life. "I want to thank my family, friends, my fighters and the people I've been able to confide in so far on this journey, their support has been incredible."One fight fan wrote on X: "Send best wishes to Joe Gallagher."And another said: "Sad news I hope the brother makes a full recovery."Liam Smith
and Anthony Crolla, is getting through the biggest fight of his life thanks to the help of his nearest and dearest.The Manc said: "I know I have to prioritise my health at this time, yet boxing is giving me that bit of escapism I need right now. "As I go through my own battle, being around an incredible team of fighters is helping me continue to do what I love."There's still so much I am processing, which is very hard to talk about right now; it's also a very difficult time for my family & friends too.”
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