FIGHTNIGHT: Conlan beats Cardoza on points
The Belfast man bagged his 19th consecutive victory with a points win at Belfast's Waterfront.
Last updated 11th Mar 2017
Conlan started well making for an overall close fight but Nicaraguan Yader Cardoza also put on a good performance, culminating in an eighth round flooring of the Belfast man.
Conlan bounced back however to win the WBC Silver Super-Flyweight title in a split decision.
Also on the bill was Belfast flyweight Paddy Barnes.
It was a good bought for this local man too as the twice Olympic bronze medallist made it two wins from two pro fights.
He secured a points victory over Argentinian opponent Adrian Dimas Garzon.
Barnes dominated in this more forthright clash ending in a 60-54 success against the Argentinian.
His opening win however finished in an unusual fashion with Argentinian opponent Stefan Slavchev being disqualified for lifting him.
Former two-weight world champion, Carl Frampton looked on ringside as the Belfast fighters faced their challengers.