Andre Ward breaks down a massive fight weekend, including the news of Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao 2 at The Sphere on Netflix and what it means when legends return for sanctioned fights. He recaps Ryan Garcia vs. Mario Barrios, why Ryan looked the most complete he’s ever been, and what the win changes moving forward.

Plus, Shakur Stevenson joins the show to react to Ryan’s performance and the weight-class reality, before Andre closes with Claressa Shields vs. Franchon Crews-Dezurn 2 in Detroit and the post-fight moment that mattered most.

Andre Ward breaks down a massive fight weekend, including the news of Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao 2 at The Sphere on Netflix and what it means when legends return for sanctioned fights. He recaps Ryan Garcia vs. Mario Barrios, why Ryan looked the most complete he&rsquo;s ever been, and what the win changes moving forward. Plus, Shakur Stevenson joins the show to react to Ryan&rsquo;s performance and the weight-class reality, before Andre closes with Claressa Shields vs. Franchon Crews-Dezurn 2 in Detroit and the post-fight moment that mattered most.

THE ART OF WARD is a series hosted by Boxing Hall of Famer and Chief Content Officer for ALL THE SMOKE FIGHT Andre Ward exploring the fight game from the inside out. THE ART OF WARD series is a tapestry of thoughtful content showcasing Ward’s personal, unmatched perspective shaped by his evolution as a fighter, a man and an influential figure in combat sports.

A series hosted by Hall of Fame boxing legend, Andre Ward exploring the fight game from the inside out.

The Art Of Ward

Mayweather–Pacquiao 2 Is Official, Claressa Wins Big & Shakur Joins To Talk Ryan Garcia Fight

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Katie Taylor sits down with Andre Ward for an unforgettable conversation that spans her entire legendary career. From growing up in a rough area of Bray, Ireland during a heroin epidemic, to disguising herself as a boy just to compete because women’s boxing wasn’t sanctioned, Taylor’s origin story is unlike anything in sports.

The two-time undisputed champion takes us through her impossible dream of winning Olympic gold before women’s boxing was even in the Games, the heartbreak of losing in Rio after stepping away from her father as coach, and how a cold call to her eventual coach in Connecticut and a message to Eddie Hearn launched one of the greatest professional careers in boxing history. Katie opens up about headlining Madison Square Garden, the electric Serrano trilogy (including the 74-million-viewer Netflix sequel), responding to “dirty fighter” accusations, and why she chose to make the third fight “boring” on purpose.

Ward and Taylor also go deep on balancing intensity with family life, the role of faith in the fight game, walking away on your own terms, and what legacy really means when the gloves come off for good. This is a must-watch for any boxing fan.

0:00 - Intro & Ring Magazine Awards
2:57 - Growing Up in Bray, Ireland & Falling in Love with Boxing
9:02 - Disguising as a Boy & The Impossible Olympic Dream
12:48 - Discipline, Sacrifice & Dominating the Amateur Scene
16:39 - Can Katie Taylor Turn Off the Intensity?
19:35 - Humility, Work Ethic & Staying Grounded
21:52 - 2012 Olympic Gold: The Day Ireland Stood Still
25:38 - Rio 2016 Heartbreak & Stepping Away from Dad
29:40 - Cold Calling Her Way to the Pros & Eddie Hearn
34:45 - Becoming Undisputed & The Sanction Fee Pain
37:17 - Taylor vs Serrano I: The Instant Classic at MSG
47:15 - First Pro Loss, Torn Calf & The Comeback
49:08 - Serrano II on Netflix: 74 Million Viewers & Mike Tyson
57:53 - “Dirty Fighter” Accusations & 2-Min vs 3-Min Rounds
1:05:01 - Serrano III: The Art of Adjustment
1:08:31 - Retirement, Legacy & Walking Away on Top
1:12:33 - Faith & Identity

Katie Taylor sits down with Andre Ward for an unforgettable conversation that spans her entire legendary career. From growing up in a rough area of Bray, Ireland during a heroin epidemic, to disguising herself as a boy just to compete because women&rsquo;s boxing wasn&rsquo;t sanctioned, Taylor&rsquo;s origin story is unlike anything in sports. The two-time undisputed champion takes us through her impossible dream of winning Olympic gold before women&rsquo;s boxing was even in the Games, the heartbreak of losing in Rio after stepping away from her father as coach, and how a cold call to her eventual coach in Connecticut and a message to Eddie Hearn launched one of the greatest professional careers in boxing history. Katie opens up about headlining Madison Square Garden, the electric Serrano trilogy (including the 74-million-viewer Netflix sequel), responding to &ldquo;dirty fighter&rdquo; accusations, and why she chose to make the third fight &ldquo;boring&rdquo; on purpose. Ward and Taylor also go deep on balancing intensity with family life, the role of faith in the fight game, walking away on your own terms, and what legacy really means when the gloves come off for good. This is a must-watch for any boxing fan.
0:00 - Intro &amp; Ring Magazine Awards 2:57 - Growing Up in Bray, Ireland &amp; Falling in Love with Boxing 9:02 - Disguising as a Boy &amp; The Impossible Olympic Dream 12:48 - Discipline, Sacrifice &amp; Dominating the Amateur Scene 16:39 - Can Katie Taylor Turn Off the Intensity? 19:35 - Humility, Work Ethic &amp; Staying Grounded 21:52 - 2012 Olympic Gold: The Day Ireland Stood Still 25:38 - Rio 2016 Heartbreak &amp; Stepping Away from Dad 29:40 - Cold Calling Her Way to the Pros &amp; Eddie Hearn 34:45 - Becoming Undisputed &amp; The Sanction Fee Pain 37:17 - Taylor vs Serrano I: The Instant Classic at MSG 47:15 - First Pro Loss, Torn Calf &amp; The Comeback 49:08 - Serrano II on Netflix: 74 Million Viewers &amp; Mike Tyson 57:53 - &ldquo;Dirty Fighter&rdquo; Accusations &amp; 2-Min vs 3-Min Rounds 1:05:01 - Serrano III: The Art of Adjustment 1:08:31 - Retirement, Legacy &amp; Walking Away on Top 1:12:33 - Faith &amp; Identity

Katie Taylor: The Olympic Gold That Stopped Ireland, A Hall of Fame Career & The Serrano Trilogy

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Andre Ward welcomes welterweight contenders Arnold Barboza and Kenneth Simms, Jr. to the Hall of Game ahead of their March 14th main event at the Honda Center in Anaheim. Both fighters are coming off losses and looking to make a major statement in what’s shaping up to be a true crossroads fight at 147 pounds.

Kenneth Simms, Jr. opens up about his razor-thin loss to Oscar Duarte, reveals the DM exchange where he told Barboza “You’re NOT a big name, bro,” and breaks down his game plan to take the fight to the trenches. He also shares the moment Tim Bradley told him he didn’t think he could beat Elvis Rodriguez, a slight that still fuels him today. Arnold Barboza gets real about being mentally and physically broken after fighting Teofimo Lopez following three back-to-back camps over nine months in Big Bear, and explains why he finally said yes to the Sims fight after years of passing.

Andre Ward welcomes welterweight contenders Arnold Barboza and Kenneth Simms, Jr. to the Hall of Game ahead of their March 14th main event at the Honda Center in Anaheim. Both fighters are coming off losses and looking to make a major statement in what&rsquo;s shaping up to be a true crossroads fight at 147 pounds. Kenneth Simms, Jr. opens up about his razor-thin loss to Oscar Duarte, reveals the DM exchange where he told Barboza &ldquo;You&rsquo;re NOT a big name, bro,&rdquo; and breaks down his game plan to take the fight to the trenches. He also shares the moment Tim Bradley told him he didn&rsquo;t think he could beat Elvis Rodriguez, a slight that still fuels him today. Arnold Barboza gets real about being mentally and physically broken after fighting Teofimo Lopez following three back-to-back camps over nine months in Big Bear, and explains why he finally said yes to the Sims fight after years of passing.

Simms Tells Barboza ‘You’re NOT a Big Name, Bro’ & Reveals His Plan to End It March 14th

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In one of the most powerful and revealing episodes of THE ART OF WARD, Andre Ward sits down with Lisa McClellan, the sister and primary caretaker of former two-time WBC Middleweight Champion Gerald "G-Man" McClellan. Lisa drops bombshell after bombshell, from the missing mouthpiece before the infamous Nigel Benn fight to Don King holding a champagne celebration in the hospital lobby during Gerald's emergency brain surgery. This is a story every boxing fan needs to hear.

For more information on how you can help, check out the Ring of Brotherhood Foundation: https://ringofbrotherhoodfoundation.org/

In one of the most powerful and revealing episodes of THE ART OF WARD, Andre Ward sits down with Lisa McClellan, the sister and primary caretaker of former two-time WBC Middleweight Champion Gerald "G-Man" McClellan. Lisa drops bombshell after bombshell, from the missing mouthpiece before the infamous Nigel Benn fight to Don King holding a champagne celebration in the hospital lobby during Gerald's emergency brain surgery. This is a story every boxing fan needs to hear.
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Mayweather–Pacquiao 2 Is Official, Claressa Wins Big & Shakur Joins To Talk Ryan Garcia Fight

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