Wednesday 23 January 2013 11:50, UK
An Olympic silver medal is seen as a significant achievement for most amateur boxers, something which will pave the way for a relatively high-profile entry into the professional ranks.
In the World Series of Boxing, Nevin is already reaping the benefits of fighting for the GB Lionhearts, having rebounded from a defeat in his debut bout to outpoint Frenchman Daouda Sow in London last week. Nevin is also not the only Ireland fighter keen to resist the temptation of the professional ranks and move on towards Rio. Michael Conlan, Belfast flyweight bronze medallist, has also indicated his desire to stay amateur. Double Olympic light-flyweight bronze medallist Paddy Barnes also shows no indication of turning professional, and with Katie Taylor clearly sticking around, Nevin is set to be in good company as he aims for a place in Brazil.
