In some perhaps unexpected news, boxing’s arguable pound-for-pound best has decided to end his decorated career. WBA-IBF-WBO light heavyweight champion Andre Ward (32-0, 16 KOs) made his retirement official in a statement released on his website:
To the sport of boxing – I love you. You’ve been by my side since I was 10-years-old. You’ve taught me so much. You’ve humbled me. You’ve promoted me. I’ve sacrificed a lot for you, but you’ve given me more than I ever thought possible. You gave me a platform, made me a champion and helped me provide for my family. I am forever grateful to you. You and I will always be synonymous, connected at the hip. Thank you for all the wonderful people I’ve…
