Andre Michael Ward, born February 23, 1984, is an American former professional boxer who retired undefeated, cementing his legacy as one of the sport’s greats. Competing from 2004 to 2017, Ward captured multiple world titles in two weight classes, including unified super middleweight and light heavyweight championships. Renowned for his exceptional ring IQ, technical skill, and versatility, he was ranked as the world’s best pound-for-pound boxer during his light heavyweight reign by The Ring and TBRB. Recognized for his discipline and tactical mastery, Ward remains celebrated, ranked 67th on BoxRec’s all-time list and 7th best of the 21st century by ESPN in 2024.
Full Name: Andre Michael Ward
Born: February 23, 1984, in San Francisco, California, USA
Nationality: American
Nickname: “S.O.G.” (Son of God)
Height: 6’1″ (185 cm)
Reach: 71 inches (180 cm)
Weight Classes: Super Middleweight (168 lbs), Light Heavyweight (175 lbs)
Professional Record: 32 wins, 0 losses, 16 knockouts
Retirement: Announced in 2017, at the age of 33
Achievements: Unified super middleweight champion, unified light heavyweight champion, ranked as the world’s best pound-for-pound boxer during his career, inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2021.
Date | Opponent | Result | Method |
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Jun 17, 2017 | Sergey Kovalev | Win | TKO (8th round) |
Nov 19, 2016 | Sergey Kovalev | Win | UD (12 rounds) |
Aug 06, 2016 | Alexander Brand | Win | UD (12 rounds) |
Mar 26, 2016 | Sullivan Barrera | Win | UD (12 rounds) |
Jun 20, 2015 | Paul Smith | Win | TKO (9th round) |
Nov 16, 2013 | Edwin RodrÃguez | Win | UD (12 rounds) |
Sep 08, 2012 | Chad Dawson | Win | TKO (10th round) |
Dec 17, 2011 | Carl Froch | Win | UD (12 rounds) |
May 14, 2011 | Arthur Abraham | Win | UD (12 rounds) |
Nov 27, 2010 | Sakio Bika | Win | UD (12 rounds) |
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