Micky Ward
Professional boxer and film subject
Born
October 4th, 1965
59 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
United States
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Micky Ward competed as a professional boxer primarily in the welterweight division. His career spanned from 1985 to 2003. Ward gained recognition for his trilogy of fights against Arturo Gatti, particularly the first bout in 2002, which is regarded as one of the greatest boxing matches in history. The story of Ward's life and career was depicted in the film 'The Fighter', which showcased his struggles and triumphs both in and out of the ring.
Fought Arturo Gatti in a trilogy of matches
Won the WBU Welterweight title
Inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame
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