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George Michael Ward Jr. (born October 4, 1965), often known by his nickname, "Irish" Micky Ward, is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1985 to 2003. He challenged once for the IBF light welterweight title in 1997, and held the WBU light welterweight title in 2000.
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Jun 14, 2020 · Micky Ward threw a left hook at Arturo Gatti's coffin just a handful of years after a series of fights boxing will never forget.
Dec 26, 2023 · The Fighter tells the real-life story of Dicky Eklund and Micky Ward, two brothers and boxers, and here's a breakdown of the true story. Was The Fighter accurate to true events? Screen Rant
“Irish” Micky Ward may never have held one of the four main sanctioning body world titles, but he has a special place in the hearts of boxing fans for his all-action, never-say-die attitude. The hard-nosed New England native’s career came in two parts.
Dec 17, 2010 · The Fighter: Directed by David O. Russell. With Mark Wahlberg, Christian Bale, Amy Adams, Melissa Leo. Based on the story of Micky Ward, a fledgling boxer who tries to escape the shadow of his more famous but troubled older boxing brother and get his own shot at greatness.
May 18, 2020 · On this day in 2002, beloved fighters Arturo Gatti & Micky Ward brought us the first of an amazing trilogy, the greatest in recent memory and one that will be remembered by fans forever....
May 18, 2022 · On 18 May 2002, fading ex-champion Arturo ‘Thunder’ Gatti fought a 36-year-old with 11 pro losses, ‘Irish’ Micky Ward – and their ferocious 10-round war changed their lives and bonded them to one...
Ward was a pressure fighter with a devastating left hook to the body. Trained by his older half-brother Dick Eklund . Best known for his trilogy with Arturo Gatti in 2002 and 2003.
Sep 28, 2020 · Despite not being an Olympian or major World champion, Micky Ward was what he calls an “honest fighter” and one of boxing’s most beloved ring warriors. USA Boxing Alumni Association.
