Andre Michael Ward is a renowned American former professional boxer who embarked on a remarkable career spanning from 2004 to 2017. At the pinnacle of his achievements, he retired with an unblemished record, having held multiple world titles in two distinct weight classes.
During his illustrious career, Ward dominated the super middleweight division, claiming the unified WBA (Super),WBC, Ring magazine, and lineal titles between 2009 and 2015. This impressive feat cemented his status as a formidable force in the ring.
As he transitioned to the light heavyweight division, Ward continued to excel, capturing the unified WBA (Undisputed),IBF, WBO, and Ring titles between 2016 and 2017. His reign as light heavyweight champion was marked by widespread recognition, with The Ring magazine and the Transnational Boxing Rankings Board (TBRB) ranking him as the world's best active boxer, pound for pound.
Additionally, The Ring, the TBRB, and BoxRec recognized Ward as the world's best active boxer in the light heavyweight division. This unprecedented accolade was a testament to his exceptional skill and dominance in the ring.
As of January 2022, BoxRec ranks Ward as the twelfth greatest fighter of all time, pound for pound, a testament to his enduring legacy in the world of professional boxing.
