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James DeGale names who was the better super middleweight between Joe Calzaghe and Andre Ward

Both and retired with their undefeated records intact, and former IBF super-middleweight champion James DeGale has named which 168lber he believes to have been the better fighter. Calzaghe hung up the gloves with an unbeaten record of 46-0, defeating the…

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 10:00 AM
James DeGale names who was the better super middleweight between Joe Calzaghe and Andre Ward
Key Things to Know
  • James DeGale stated that he believes Joe Calzaghe was a better super middleweight than Andre Ward.
  • DeGale praised Calzaghe's work rate, southpaw stance, and fitness, calling the Welshman one of his idols.
  • DeGale also acknowledged Ward as an in-ring genius who was exceptionally difficult to defeat.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former IBF super-middleweight champion James DeGale stated on the Fight Your Corner podcast that he considers Joe Calzaghe to be a better fighter than Andre Ward. DeGale praised Calzaghe's high punch output, fitness, and southpaw style, noting that the Welsh boxer was one of his idols growing up.

Both legendary fighters retired undefeated, with Calzaghe finishing at 46-0 and Ward at 32-0 after both won world titles at super middleweight and light heavyweight. While DeGale named Calzaghe his number one, he also praised Ward as an in-ring genius.

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