Carl Froch thinks Andre Ward would beat Joe Calzaghe in a fantasy fight. The former super-middleweight world champion shared his thoughts on this hypothetical matchup between two boxing greats.
Froch's prediction comes from a place of experience. He's fought Ward and lost, giving him firsthand knowledge of the American's tricky style in the ring.
Calzaghe, the legendary undefeated Welsh fighter, was known for his fast hands and high work rate. He used to slap a little bit with fast, light-handed shots. Calzaghe even used the inside of his gloves to save his hands from damage.
Ward, on the other hand, had a different approach. Froch described Ward's style as tricky, awkward, and horrible - but effective. Ward was very good at fighting up close and had a mentality that didn't allow for losing.
On his YouTube channel 'Froch On Fighting', Froch explained why he thinks Ward would come out on top:
"I think Andre Ward beats Joe Calzaghe. I think it's one hell of an interesting fight, but I think Ward's style would nullify Joe's fast hands. Ward knows what to do to win. He doesn't know how to lose."
Froch admitted that Ward's style wasn't always fan-friendly, calling it annoying but effective. He felt that this approach would be the key to overcoming Calzaghe's speed and work rate.
It's worth noting that Ward has made his own prediction about a fantasy fight between Froch and Calzaghe, siding with the Welshman in that matchup.
These kinds of generational matchups often spark debate among boxing fans. While Calzaghe and Ward's careers did overlap, Ward was just starting out when Calzaghe was nearing retirement. That's why we'll never know for sure how this fight would have played out.
But Froch's insight gives us a glimpse into what might have happened if these two boxing greats had met in their prime. It's a reminder of the endless 'what ifs' that make boxing discussions so engaging.
