Irish fight fans did not just get to see the Ring Legend, Ernesto Hoost - but also had a chance to meet and talk with him - There were also four Kickboxing bouts, awards dinner and the time to meet and talk with old friends.

Billy Murray the Prokick founder and the man known in Ireland as simply Mr Kickboxing. “It was wonderful to see so many fine, dedicated athlete's gathered to pay tribute and respect to the best in their field. "There were many honoured, but most pleasing for me was seeing so many young and rising competitors in the audience. It showed how buoyant this sport is and what talent is knocking on the door, ready to move towards bigger things.” The ProKick Gym has had unparalleled success in recent years and continues to grow.

” There was also a Lifetime Achievement Award handed out to kickboxing living legend Ernesto Hoost. The Dutchman, nicknamed Mr Perfect, travelled to Northern Ireland for his first ever trip to pick up the award. “I’m delighted Ernesto could be here, I’m delighted he was given such a welcome and I’m delighted that while here he got to see one of our events and said he hopes to be back in the future.,” added Billy Murray. “I want to thank our host Joe Lindsay. I want to thank many of our visitors, including my close friend  - Swiss Former undefeated world champion Mr Carl Emery. Finally, I want to thank the kickboxing family for making this a night to live long."

Until you do it again - ' keep your hands up and your chin down'.  .......enjoy the photo gallery!