Micky Ward
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For the rugby union player, see Micky Ward (rugby union).
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. Ward is widely known for his trilogy of fights with Arturo Gatti, two of which received Fight of the Year awards by The Ring magazine, as well as his relentless pressure fighting style. Ward was portrayed by Mark Wahlberg in the 2010 film The Fighter, which was based on his early career.
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Micky Ward | |
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Born | George Michael Ward Jr. (1965-10-04) October 4, 1965 (age 58) Lowell, Massachusetts, U.S. |
Other names | "Irish" |
Statistics | |
Weight(s) | Light welterweight |
Height | 5 ft 8 in (173 cm) |
Reach | 70 in (178 cm) |
Stance | Orthodox |
Boxing record | |
Total fights | 51 |
Wins | 38 |
Wins by KO | 27 |
Losses | 13 |
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