Andre Ward's Unanimous Decision (119-109/119-109-116-112)

no way. No need to rush him so quickly. I think he can become a very special fighter if moved along the right way.

My say would be take a step back, fight 1 or 2 journeyman, then a guy like Bika or maybe 2 guys like that, maybe a guy like Pascal. and then take on a weak title-holder in something like 12-16 months.

He's only just turned 25

 

Its a good performance, nothing to cheer about though. Miranda was open all day today, but ward wasnt able to close the show. He might be able to get a WBO title, but hes not ready for any of the big 3 champs.

 

Ward is very skilled. He showed a lot of versatility not only outboxing Miranda, but outpowering him.. just mugging him when they're on the inside.. I am quite impressed.

Not too much punching power though.. never really went in for the kill either.. needs to be more active..

 

Im not sure what that 116-112 was all about, damn just think how the guy would have scored the fight had Miranda actaully won more then the 2nd round.

 

Even the 2nd round was debateable, Ward was still able to outbox Miranda most of the round though Miranda did land a few good punches.

 

While it would've been nice to see Ward step on the throttle to try and seal the deal, he knew Miranda's only chance to win would be if he got sloppy and left the door open for Edison to take advantage of it- by fighting conservatively, Miranda's chances for victory were slammed shut. Besides, Edison's only been finished off by power punchers, and that's not what Andre is.

The win puts Ward solidly into "contender" status; I wouldn't mind seeing him fight Bika or even a fight with someone a level below that for his next 2-3 fights, and if he gets through that, he should be ready for a title shot.

 

Glad to see Ward defeat this tomato can, now Miranda can make all the excuses he wants and get the hell out of the scene and back to the tomato can rankings where he belongs.

 

I don't see Ward beating the champions yet. He also needs to stop holding so much.

 

Ward lacks power ...This will hurt him against the top dogs...

 

He is the mandatory against Froch. Let's see what happens. I think he has a really good shot at beating Bute and Froch. If they make him pay the waiting game I guess he could get another fight or two in until he gets his shot.

 

That never stopped Pernell Whitaker. Ward doesn't mind boxing to a decision. He has the skillset to compete with anyone at 168. Carl Froch will be his next big test. It's a perfect match.

 

Oh Christ, now the hype begins!! atsch Calm down Tiger, let's see how he does against top level comp first, okay!

 

Yes, he is still relatively inexperienced and has yet to fully pay his dues

The 2004 Olympic Gold Medalist. And 4 years in prof. And the most hard jabber in boxing history