News about Andre Ward

Joshua Buatsi supports Joshua Buatsi ahead of his stern test against Dan Azeez; the former world champion identifies the British fighter's quality that others don't have

www.dailymail.co.uk, January 30, 2024
Former world champion Andre Ward has endorsed Joshua Buatsi ahead of his battle with Dan Azeez. Buatsi and Azeez, undefeated, meet in Wembley Arena on Saturday in a match that might determine the future champion of the WBA light-heavyweight championship, which is currently held by Dmitry Bivol. Both from south London, the pair are ranked No. 1 and 2 respectively in the WBA, while Bivol is widely predicted to face Artur Beterbiev in an undisputed match for the light-heavyweight belts.

Jahmal Harvey has already conquered the world... now can the boxer return to Paris and become the first American man to win Olympic gold since 2004? 'Everybody is waiting for it to happen'

www.dailymail.co.uk, January 25, 2024
Exclusive insider info: Jahmal Harvey still refers to it as The Game: all the hours he spent on the gridiron, on the battlefield, and in San Andreas' streets. The 21-year-old boy, who grew up in Maryland, would spend much of his free time elsewhere - in Madden, Grand Theft Auto, and Call of Duty's virtual worlds. Harvey claims, 'I was not well-behaven.' I've stopped playing the game now.' I haven't got time for it.' A new challenge - one he's a natural at - is emerging these days. His attention is now on The Games.

EXCLUSIVE: Andre Ward, a boxing hero, gives an inside look at his rocky upbringing and triumphant 2016 debut against a feared opponent in a brand new memoir called Killing The Image

www.dailymail.co.uk, November 14, 2023
Exclusive INTERVIEW - Andre Ward reveals his tumultuous upbringing, inspirational parents, and his harrowing ride from Oakland to the top of the boxing industry in a rare glimpse for boxing enthusiasts. Ward's admission of fear contrasts with his tenacious, nearly invincible persona, which makes the memoir such a fascinating read for boxing enthusiasts. It's a chance for a champion who hadn't lost since he was a 14-year-old boy to be vulnerable on a series of life-changing events: his parents' drug battles, his own time on the streets, and Sergey 'Krusher' Kovalev's experience.

Andre Ward becomes the latest ESPN employee to depart the network

www.dailymail.co.uk, July 3, 2023
According to a tweet on his Twitter account, boxing analyst and hall of famer Andre Ward has become the newest big-name employee to leave ESPN. Ward wrote, 'Tonight's performance was the last fight under my ESPN deal.' 'It's been a great ride, and I'm going to miss the entire ESPN crew that I've worked with for the past six years.' I'm excited about my future and the possibility to work on new projects and ventures. ' Excellent things are ahead.'

The story of boxing legend Andre Ward from rags-to-riches is told in LeBron James' LeBron James-produced documentary

www.dailymail.co.uk, May 31, 2023
Exclusive INTERVIEW: Andre Ward, an Olympic gold medalist and former undefeated former champion, has always had a dramatic life story, one that he believes can inspire younger generations. He's just never told it. Now, with the premiere of his Showtime documentary "S.O.G. 'S.O.G.'s on June 2nd. The Hall of Famer, Timothy Keller, is finally ready to discuss his personal life, his parents, and heroin use, which they fought for a large part of his rough upbringing in Oakland.

Jason Moloney, a boxer, won the championship over Vincent Astrolabio in nine rounds with a broken hand

www.dailymail.co.uk, May 15, 2023
After winning the WBO bantamweight title with a majority decision over Vincent Astrolabio on Sunday, Australia's Jason Moloney admitted that he battled the bulk of the contest with a broken hand. Moloney, 32, put on a boxing masterclass against his nefarious Filipino opponent, who fought back from his educated jab and classy footwork to win by 114-114, 116-112 at Stockton Arena. Moloney did all this with a broken hand, which made the victory even more impressive.

In a dramatic upset over Vincent Astrolabio, boxer Jason Moloney becomes Australia's new world champion

www.dailymail.co.uk, May 14, 2023
Jason Moloney has put on a good showing to win a world boxing title for his third attempt, defeating Filipino Vincent Astrolabio in Stockton, California. With his left jab and movement, the 32-year-old dominated the fight for the vacant WBO bantamweight crown, rarely allowing his power-punching adversary anything significant. Moloney seemed to have won the tournament comfortably, but one judge dismantled the game 114-114, but the other two had him ahead 115-113 and 116-112.

'Canelo was shocking': Andre Ward was expecting more from the 'all-time great' against Golovkin

www.dailymail.co.uk, October 4, 2022
Canelo Alvarez, according to Andre Ward, was a 'great deal' against Gennadiy Golovkin. Nevertheless, Canelo managed to keep his position as the undisputed super-middleweight champion after being ruled unanimously against Golovkin to end their trilogy.

Andre Ward, the former world champion, summarises Anthony Joshua's loss to Oleksandr Usyk

www.dailymail.co.uk, August 22, 2022
During his glistening career, Ward was rated as one of the best pound-for-pound fighters in both the super middleweight and light heavyweight divisions. Joshua's first fight in September was much better than his previous performance - who went into the ring with a new head trainer in Robert Garcia. After his defeat, the 32-year-old stormed out the ring before giving a strange speech inside that has not been well received. Joshua's future is uncertain, although he has stated that he will not recover from boxing after the loss.

Against Oleksandr Usyk, Anthony Joshua is 'walking into a sea of sharks,' according to Carl Froch

www.dailymail.co.uk, August 16, 2022
Anthony Joshua is set to face Oleksandr Usyk for the second time on Saturday after losing his WBA, WBO, IBF, and IBO belts at a unanimous points call at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium in September last year. Sportmail talked to Joshua about his friendship with McCracken, his loss of confidence as a result of Andy Ruiz's victory, the type of boxing he uses against Usyk, and what happens if he loses again.