Andre Ward

Date: 2019-09-03 | Duration: 1h 57m

Episode Overview

Andre Ward dives deep into his boxing career, sharing candid reflections on the physical and mental challenges he faced, including fighting through a debilitating shoulder injury. He discusses the intense pressure of championship fights and the importance of composure, highlighting how his disciplined, technical style contrasted with the explosive athleticism of fighters like Roy Jones Jr. Ward also recounts memorable moments from his career, such as his victories in the Super Six tournament and his battles with Sergey Kovalev, emphasizing the strategic adjustments that led to his success. Ward opens up about the toll the sport took on him mentally, touching on the burnout and frustrations that eventually influenced his decision to retire while still at the top of his game. He reflects on the role of his trainer Virgil Hunter and his family in maintaining his focus and resilience. Beyond the ring, Ward critiques the boxing industry’s promotional challenges and shares insights into how fighters are managed differently compared to MMA, underscoring the complexities behind matchmaking and career progression. The conversation offers a rare, thoughtful perspective on what it truly means to be a champion inside and outside the ring.

About Andre Ward

Andre Ward is a retired professional boxer and current ESPN analyst, renowned for his exceptional skill and strategic prowess in the ring. With an undefeated record of 32-0, Ward is a two-time world champion in two weight classes and was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2021. Known for his resilience and tactical intelligence, he not only dominated the super middleweight and light heavyweight divisions but also earned the title of Fighter of the Year by both The Ring and the Boxing Writers Association of America. Beyond his athletic success, Ward's insights as an analyst offer a unique perspective on the sport, making him a compelling figure in both boxing and sports commentary.

Key Moments

– Andre Ward
– Roy Jones Jr
– Boxing Techniques
– Boxing Injuries
– Fight Strategy
– Boxing Career
– Mental Toughness
– Boxing Training
– Fight Promotions
– Super Six Tournament
– Fight Psychology
– Boxing Legacy
– Fight Preparation
– Boxing History
– Fight Commentary
– Boxing Retirement
– Boxing Management
– Fight Analysis
– Boxing Motivation
0:00:00 – Introduction of Andre Ward on the show
0:01:19 – Andre Ward discusses his retirement plans
0:02:16 – Comparison of Roy Jones Jr's fighting style
0:04:11 – Motivations behind winning championships
0:06:26 – Technical style versus athletic style in boxing
0:08:09 – Antonio Tarver interrupts press conference
0:09:17 – Discussion of fight rematches and weight issues
0:13:37 – Incident of a fighter quitting mid-fight
0:15:13 – Ward reveals fighting with a bad shoulder
0:18:11 – Rehabilitation and recovery from shoulder injury
0:19:49 – Discussion of Nate's fighting style and volume
0:22:13 – Jerry Quarry's influence on fighting style
0:26:27 – Mental composure and training with Virgil
0:28:34 – Ward's fight strategy against Kovalev
0:31:10 – Physical and psychological recovery post-fight
0:33:51 – Analysis of Kovalev's punching power
0:36:29 – The win-or-die mentality in boxing
0:40:22 – Ward discusses burnout in boxing career
0:42:44 – Super Six tournament impact on Ward's career
0:45:35 – Winning first title against Kessler
0:47:59 – Handling pressure in high-stakes fights
0:50:14 – Role of coach Virgil in Ward's success
0:53:31 – Chad Dawson calling out Ward
0:55:53 – Faith and mindset in overcoming challenges
0:57:59 – Decision to retire and never look back
0:59:03 – Declining HBO's three-fight deal
1:01:47 – Emotional impact of retirement on Ward
1:04:16 – Financial literacy advice for fighters
1:06:32 – Masterful boxing style to emulate
1:09:18 – Winning by fighting in opponents' wheelhouse
1:11:21 – Discussion of Floyd Mayweather's career
1:14:55 – Mexican style of fighting and pressure
1:18:07 – Understanding fight techniques and strategy
1:20:21 – Recognizing special fighters and performances
1:23:34 – Oldest heavyweight champion and broadcasting career
1:27:56 – Greatest get-up moment in boxing history
1:30:02 – Summary of career knockout and win record
1:32:40 – Roy Jones Jr's resilience and legacy
1:36:21 – Terrifying Glenn Johnson fight analysis
1:41:46 – Fighting the best to prove you're the best
1:44:17 – Manager's role in fighter career development
1:47:54 – Promotional challenges in combat sports
1:50:16 – ESPN's production quality and fight coverage
1:52:52 – Supporters and detractors in Ward's career
1:53:42 – Closing remarks and gratitude

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 Two, one, boom. Andre Ward, ladies and gentlemen. How are you, brother? Starting point is 00:00:40 i mean it sounds it sounds all neat and buttoned up uh but it wasn't it wasn't that Starting point is 00:01:19 gonna get in and get out I'm just special at it and I'm gonna be fishing on my farm one you know Starting point is 00:01:51 I mean, Roy Jones Jr. didn't even make that decision. Starting point is 00:02:04 Yeah. Starting point is 00:02:16 I mean, he was a savage light heavyweight. Starting point is 00:02:52 There's a lot of different reasons why people do that, man. Starting point is 00:03:17 still do it. And just all the different things you go through, whether I'm in my prime or whether Starting point is 00:03:40 He did. Starting point is 00:04:11 They like the idea of winning, you know, championships and what that brings, not just the championships of what the championships and the money brings. Starting point is 00:04:43 frustrated they would get out of composure and they would start doing the things that maybe they shouldn't have done Starting point is 00:05:37 Like, the beef was real. Starting point is 00:05:55 He knew, okay, this is getting ready to happen in three, two, one. Starting point is 00:06:26 It's interesting when you watch his style as well, that very technical, very disciplined style versus roy's style which was so athletic and explosive and very unusual with that lead left hook that he would fire off more than a jab i Starting point is 00:07:09 away with fighting technically but you know he just chose to fight his way it worked for a long Starting point is 00:07:36 Pensacola fishing, hunting, doing whatever he does. Starting point is 00:08:09 being the middleweight champion starting at 160 uh antonio tarver interrupted the press conference Starting point is 00:08:46 To get ready for the heavyweight fight Starting point is 00:08:56 I beat him Starting point is 00:09:05 Now, my brain scrambled here Starting point is ...

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