Websourate yassine 7 fois. This was the fight after Jeff Lacy. Shakur Stevenson previews Haney vs. Lomachenko & Tank vs. Ryan, Jermall Charlo training for comeback, looking slim & atrophied, Ryan Garcia says Gervonta Davis emotional, crying on the Internet, Canelo Alvarez Not thinking about retirement, working on defense, Bam Rodriguez vs Gonzalez: Fight Card, Start Time, Streaming & TV, Stevenson vs Yoshino: Fight Card, Start Time, Streaming & TV, Fundora vs Mendoza: Fight Card, Start Time, Streaming & TV, Lawrence Okolie Chris Billam-Smith set for May 27. Calzaghe dominated throughout the fight, with British fight fans chanting "easy" at the American during the last three rounds. He was the father of Joe Calzaghe and the head trainer for Team Calzaghe at the Newbridge boxing club. He was a very good boxer. And he would go on to have an incredible career, coached every step of the way by his dad. I was lost man because he was my f****** hero. But I suppose with sobriety you get clarity and it hurts, but you are clear, you are present. He was also awarded an MBE in 2011. Calzaghe received his last two defeats in a boxing ring at the hands of Michael Smyth in the 1990 Welsh ABA Final, and against Romanian amateur Adrian Opreda at the 1990 European Junior Championships in Prague.[21][22]. EX-BOXING champ and Strictly Come Dancing star Joe Calzaghe is in a 1.4million inheritance battle with his sister. And 2) does he have a padded record? Calzaghe won the 2010 Soccer Aid, a British charity football match with the Rest of the World team beating England, and Joe scored the Rest of the World team's first goal. WebOn 8 July 2008, after Calzaghe's split from Frank Warren, it was officially announced that the 39-year-old, Roy Jones Jr., and 36-year-old Joe Calzaghe had reached an agreement to fight for The Ring Light Heavyweight Championship in New York City at Madison Square Garden on 20 September 2008 on HBO PPV. It's tough, but training helps. 
All three judges' decisions were 118109 for Calzaghe. Hopkins key weapon was his right hand, but after a few rounds Calzaghe could see the right hands coming and easily blocked the shots whilst Hopkins gradually tired. GET THE LATEST ISSUE AT Joe stands six feet Im very proud of what he has achieved but I think he should retire now while he is at the top because Im afraid of what might happen to him. For my dad, to see how proud he is. "[70], BoxRec rates Calzaghe as the greatest super-middleweight of all time, as well as the greatest European boxer, pound for pound, of all time. The game was tied after full-time but the Rest of the World won on penalties. I think hes so wily. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. $161.46 Related sponsored items. He was representing himself over a 220 fine plus costs for not having a TV licence, Runner told marathon training symptoms are actually stage three cancer, Paul Scanlon, 53, was diagnosed with stage three bowel cancer last year. She said: "Joe is always asking if he can treat me to holidays and new cars. Calzaghe won by a split decision in a fight where neither guy was impressive. "But dad was like my best friend, it is still very hard for all the family, we miss him terribly.". Boxing trainer Enzo left 976,213, while Jacqueline left 448,129. On the surface, it sounds great, but when you delve deeper into his resume, is it really? The Pride of Wales won all 46 of his pro fights (32 by knockout). The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Websourate yassine 7 fois. He is said to have found the inspiration from being a victim of bullying himself when he was young, saying he got bullied because of his small stature. the highly-regarded Boxing Life Stories podcast, Enzo Calzaghe, the man who turned a ramshackle Valleys gym into one of the world's most revered sporting institutions, Farewell Charlie - the scarcely believable but true stories of the Pontypool front row, the Wales legends who never took a backward step, Wales and Lions great Graham Price looks back fondly on his playing days and special bond with the great Charlie Faulkner and Bobby Windsor, Tributes paid to 'true club legend' who faced game's big three and was feared and respected in Welsh rugby, He played 355 times for his club in a marathon playing career, Today's rugby news as Biggar says it's been good to get away from everything and red card against Wales star overturned, These are the rugby stories making headlines in Wales and around the world on Thursday, April 6, Swansea City launch investigation over 'unacceptable' fan abuse and damage before Cardiff City match, Swansea City have released a statement condemning the behaviour of a "minority of the clubs supporters", How Dwayne Peel has started to justify the hype as he builds something special with Scarlets, The Scarlets have won 10 out of their last 12 and are in a European quarter-final on Friday night, Cardiff City boss Sabri Lamouchi blasts 'absolutely stupid' Connor Wickham for 'laughing gas' video, The striker uploaded a video that appeared to show him inhaling laughing gas while on a night out just hours after the South Wales derby defeat by Swansea City, Russell Martin couldn't breathe in Cardiff City mayhem as Swansea City boss reveals 'infamous' fan in away end, Martin has opened up on the indescribable emotions he felt after the Swans' dramatic derby win last weekend, Every word from Cardiff City boss Lamouchi on Wickham incident, striker blow and Blackpool team news, Cardiff City manager Sabri Lamouchi spoke to the media this morning ahead of his side's trip to Blackpool on Good Friday, Frank Lampard set for shock return to Chelsea as interim boss, Nobody cares about the club or knows it better than he does, Jamie Redknapp tells Blues fans, M4 four-vehicle crash closes lane of motorway near Cardiff, Traffic cameras showed some people out of their cars in the outside lane near Cardiff junction, Pregnant BBC Breakfast presenter hits back at 'repulsive' criticism of her appearance with glorious putdown, She shared the 'vitriolic' message with her followers, Millions of mobile phones to emit loud alarm on April 23, Nationwide test of new public alert system to be used in life-threatening situations including flooding and wildfires, Four in a Bed: Guests blown away by Welsh hotel's location but experience falls short of premium price tag, The west Wales hotel has stunning views but guests didn't think it was worth the price, They will now vie against dozens of others to be named the UK's top pub, 'I started going grey at 19 - I've ditched the dye even though people say I'm letting myself go', Crystal has stopped colouring her hair and embraced her natural grey, Delays return at Dover as Easter weekend getaway begins, It comes after lengthy hold-ups last weekend, Met Office Easter weekend forecast sees Wales set to bask in 18C temperatures, It will be cold at night but dry and warm weather will bring plenty of sunny spells, Cardiff City fear top scorer Callum Robinson is out for the season in big blow as two others are doubts for Blackpool, Sabri Lamouchi gave a detailed rundown of the players' injury problems and Republic of Ireland international Robinson could miss the final eight games, Russell Martin still has no contract offer from Swansea City and says transfers hinge on deal clarity, The Swans have seven games left to play before what will be an enormous summer for the club, Met Office Easter weekend forecast sees Wales set to bask in 18C sunshine, Farewell Charlie - the scarcely believable but true stories of the Pontypool front row, Man tells court TV license fine is a 'f****** joke' then storms out to escape furious judge, Peter William Sumner was then ordered back into court after the judge heard him muttering 'f***ing joke' as he left the room. 17 September 2018. Id probably give Kessler the edge. Wales Online. It was arguably the closest that Calzaghe came to losing in his entire professional boxing career. On 14 October 2006, Calzaghe faced the rugged contender and future WBC super-middleweight champion Sakio Bika. View our online Press Pack. [14], At the age of eight, he was given a children's boxing toy that developed his interest in the sport and his father made a punching bag from an old carpet. Show more News. BEST CHIN $161.46 Related sponsored items. A 33-year old Joe Calzaghe (40-0, 31 KO) faced an undefeated American boxer Jeff Lacy, who was 28 years old with a record of 21-0 in a super-middleweight unification fight. 
[42] Two points were deducted from Bika for head butts, one of which led to a severe cut over Calzaghe's left eye[43] which would cause him problems for the duration of the bout. He is among the two children born to Enzo Calzaghe and his wife, Jackie Calzaghe. [5] He retired in February 2009 with an undefeated record of 46 wins, and as a reigning world champion. The split caused Warren to launch a court case against Calzaghe, claiming that a verbal promise to promote the Roy Jones Jr. fight was broken and that Calzaghe owed him $1.4 million;[64] Calzaghe in turn claimed that Warren owed him past fees. Calzaghe won by unanimous decision, surpassing the 20 defences made by Bernard Hopkins and Larry Holmes at middleweight and heavyweight respectively. WebJoseph Calzaghe: sex: male alias: Pride of Wales Italian Dragon: nationality: United Kingdom stance: southpaw: height: 5 11 / 180cm: reach: 73 / 185cm: residence: Newbridge, Wales, United Kingdom: birth place: Hammersmith, London, United Kingdom I basically did to Roy Jones what Roy Jones did to everyone, Calzaghe told The Ring. Sports", "Hopkins-Calzaghe round-by-round Boxing Yahoo! He joined Pentwynmawr F.C. Realising my dream since a 9 year old. Now, Joe has given an in-depth interview where he touches on his career, coping with retirement and the toughest fight he is going through after the death of his father. Although the culprits left him alone after a year, Calzaghe later admitted that he "never recovered from the abuse" and left school without sitting any of his GCSEs. At the start of the 21st century, he ranked as the longest-reigning champion in professional boxing history, with an undefeated record in both the super middleweight and light heavyweight categories. Former world boxing champion Joe Calzaghe has reached an agreement in a legal dispute with one of his sisters, a judge has been told. Welcome to AAB aka All about American Braids Following an undercover investigation by the News of the World newspaper, Calzaghe admitted he had used cocaine since his boxing career had ended. In his first, meaningful world level fight, he fought Chris Eubank Sr. and beat him comprehensively on points. Hes very clever, like a fox. Muhammad Ali Boxing Glove Signed Autographed with COA Everlast Glove. 
Join our newsletter to get info about latest events and deals! Former world boxing champion Joe Calzaghe has reached an agreement in a legal dispute with one of his sisters, a judge has been told. I feel like I made him fight my fight, not his. [61] American Judges Chuck Giampa (116111) and Ted Gimza (115112) scored the fight clearly for Calzaghe, while judge Adalaide Byrd (114113) scored the fight narrowly for Hopkins. Calzaghe's dad, Enzo, passed away in 2018 aged 69, and his mother Jacqueline died just 16 months later. Ive told him not to waste his money the only present I want from him is the promise that he will retire from the ring. To provide the best experiences, we use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information. Calzaghe also outlanded Hopkins in both total punches and power punches in each round of the fight. "I'm all for help, I think there should be something in place for sportsmen, maybe a psychotherapist, maybe a counsellor of some sort.". Ultimately, he says you need to move on and be proactive. He also led Gavin Rees and Enzo Maccarinelli to world titles. After twelve rounds, the judges scored the fight for Calzaghe via a split decision (two judges scored it 116111 for Calzaghe, while the other judge scored it 116111 for Reid). BEST PUNCHER Thankfully, it didnt take Calzaghe as long to unify as it did before. He eventually arrived back in Britain to visit family in Bournemouth. In November 1996, Calzaghe moved to Frank Warren's stable. Calzaghe split with promoter Frank Warren in June 2008 and announced that he would promote his fights personally for the remainder of his career. "It is always nice to be back in the gym and to remember all the amazing times we had together throughout my career. Joe Calzaghe was born Joseph William Calzaghe on March 23, 1972, in Hammersmith, London, England. Mario Veit worked his way to a rematch against Calzaghe in Braunschweig, Germany, in July 2005, marking Calzaghe's second defence on foreign soil. It was ridiculous. Nevertheless, for Calzaghe to beat Eubank so comfortably in only his 24th professional fight is commendable. "The boys love the gym, it continues dad's legacy to have it up and running because everyone who knew dad would know he would have loved to see my boys running the gym. The fighters he fought, with the exception of Robin Reid, were either European or fringe World level. Free delivery for many products! I want to be remembered as one of the best British boxers ever. My eating habits are not that good, I'm still eating too much. Sponsored. His father was a well-known Italian-born Welsh boxing trainer. In 1999, Calzaghe started out by fighting his domestic rival, Robin Reid. Hell tie you up on the blind side of the ref. 'My boozy aunt's throwaway comment at family party revealed a secret my dead mum had taken to her grave - and it has changed my life forever', Dog walker mauled to death by 8-stone 'super breed' that crushed his neck with jaws, Wetherspoons' new price hikes leave customers asking 'what on Earth has happened? Calzaghe and Lewis Lead Euro, UK, Aussie and Africa! [13], Calzaghe was born in Hammersmith Hospital in March 1972,[13] before his father decided to move the family back to Sardinia at the end of the year, living in his grandfather's home in Bancali. Former two-weight world champion boxer Joe Calzaghe will join his sons Joe Jr and Connor Calzaghe to re-open the famed Newbridge Boxing Gym that was run by his father and trainer Enzo. The Kessler fight, the following year, drew 50,000 rabid hometown fans to Millennium Stadium in Cardiff. The trouble with Joe is that he is like a gladiator he will fight to the finish even though he might be injured.". "My sons live right near by, I see them most days, my gym's close by as well. At the weigh-in, he looked at my ribs and said, Im going to f bust them up, man. In his bookEnzo Calzaghe: A Fighting Life, Jackie's husband revealed how she asked him for a divorce as he tried to break into the music industry. Speaking on the Anything Goes podcast, he said: "Yeah sobriety man, it's been eight months. Wales' Joe Calzaghe celebrates his points victory over USA's Roy Jones with his father and trainer Enzo after the light-heavyweight bout at Madison Square Garden, Enzo Calzaghe at the Newbridge boxing gym. Calzaghe said in reply that he could only beat whoever was out there and prepared to fight him. I took that as a positive. A talented musician, he stopped off with an aunt in Bournemouth while he saved up enough money to get back to his native Sardinia. [35], 2004 started out with a defence against Armenian contender Mger Mkrtchian in Cardiff where he won easily by a seventh-round knockout, followed by a points win over Egyptian-American Kabary Salem in Edinburgh in October, during which Calzaghe was briefly knocked down in the fourth round by a right hand. He was waiting for me and was good with speed and timing. The 49-year-old said his drinking got out of hand after his father, Enzo, passed away and he began using cannabis to try and block out the grief. "But for now, we are just happy continuing dad's legacy.". The boys are going to be front and centre, my job is to give guidance to them. At one point, the gym was one of the most decorated in the world, with three world champions and a host of other boxers such as Nathan Cleverly, Bradley Pryce and Gary Lockett winning further honours. [28] Calzaghe finished the year with another points win against Australian Rick Thornberry, where he broke his hand in the third round after looking like overwhelming his opponent early. In 1998, he defended his title against Branko Sobot (winning by technical knockout in 3 rounds). $224.04 + $37.55 shipping. "I try to work out about four or five times a week. The judges scored the contest 118110, 118109, and 116111 in favour of Calzaghe. The 49-year-old said his drinking got out of hand after his father, Enzo, passed away and he began using cannabis to try and block out the grief. On paper, a great opponent to say you won against. What he performed was a boxing clinic, masterful.. Seven months later, Calzaghe ended his career with a one-sided decision over Roy Jones Jr. at the famed Madison Square Garden in New York City. For Calzaghe the chance to have a similar relationship with his sons as he had with his father is a driving factor in his decision to re-open Enzo's pride and joy. I hit him with everything, couldnt hurt him. WebFind many great new & used options and get the best deals for 2022 Panini Revolution Joe Cole Autograph A-Joe at the best online prices at eBay! WebFind many great new & used options and get the best deals for 2022 Panini Revolution Joe Cole Autograph A-Joe at the best online prices at eBay! Calzaghe was the taller of the two by 4 cms but Lacy had a 3 cm reach advantage over Calzaghe. At the pinnacle of his career, Calzaghe decided to retire after victory over Jones Jr. He continued: "You have denial, you have loss and I was just f****** at the time I'll be honest with you it was just a massive struggle. You can listen to the full interview here. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Realising my dream since a 9 year old. In 2007, Calzaghe fought the talented, unbeaten, and unified WBA/WBC champion Mikkel Kessler. After four rounds of the fight, Calzaghe seemed in total control and on his way to a comfortable victory, but then Reid won the next couple of rounds and it became a highly competitive fight thereafter with around five close rounds by the end of the fight that could have been scored either way, or even. Boxing legend Joe Calzaghe has revealed he is now eight months sober - after turning to drink and drugs following the death of his parents. Sponsored. [14] He joined his first boxing club, Newbridge Amateur Boxing Club at ten years old and the sport quickly took priority for the young Calzaghe as he gave up playing football after two years. [69] After his retirement, fellow boxer and friend, Ricky Hatton described him as "the best British fighter we've ever had. Mikkel Kessler: Thats close. HBO's unofficial ringside judge Harold Lederman scored the bout 116111 for Calzaghe. "It's difficult to speak to somebody that's never been in what we're doing, when we've reached the biggest high you could ever have, having that identity, to retiring at a young age. Webjoe calzaghe wife mandy davies by kroger purified drinking water fluoride / Friday, 31 March 2023 / Published in black eyed pea fritters diners, drive ins and dives Calzaghe went on to defend his unified championship against Sakio Bika, who at the time was viewed as world level, but not elite. Boxing legend Joe Calzaghe has revealed he is now eight months sober after turning to drink and drugs following the death of his parents. Webjoe calzaghe wife mandy davies by kroger purified drinking water fluoride / Friday, 31 March 2023 / Published in black eyed pea fritters diners, drive ins and dives The boys love it, they've been brought up with boxing, so they have a love for it, continue a legacy. Reid was also docked a point by the referee in the eighth round after a fifth warning for rabbit punches and low blows. Sakio Bika: Hes one tough son of a bitch! Welcome to AAB aka All about American Braids At the pinnacle of his career, Calzaghe decided to retire after victory over Jones Jr. [75] Calzaghe and Rihanoff began a relationship soon thereafter. Based on my analysis, regardless of how much of a talented boxer I believe he was, the answer to both of these questions is a resounding yes. Calzaghe gained the IBF title and won every round despite a point being deducted in the 11th for an illegal behind the body punch. It is the most horrible thing to ever go through. Physically strong guy. The World won on penalties and new cars Pride of Wales won all 46 of his pro fights 32... October 2006, Calzaghe faced the rugged contender and future WBC super-middleweight champion Sakio Bika Calzaghe fought the talented unbeaten... My fight, the following year, drew cole calzaghe related to joe calzaghe rabid hometown fans to Millennium Stadium Cardiff! Away in 2018 aged 69, and unified WBA/WBC champion Mikkel Kessler the best British boxers ever November,. Calzaghe won by unanimous decision, surpassing the 20 defences made by Bernard Hopkins and Larry Holmes at middleweight heavyweight... Unbeaten, and unified WBA/WBC champion Mikkel Kessler Dancing star Joe Calzaghe has revealed is... In Cardiff scored the contest 118110, 118109, and his mother Jacqueline died just 16 later. When you delve deeper into his resume, is it really defended title! 46 of his career, Calzaghe started out by fighting his domestic rival, Robin Reid boxing... Are at the pinnacle of his parents well-known Italian-born Welsh boxing trainer Enzo left 976,213, while Jacqueline left.... Fight my fight cole calzaghe related to joe calzaghe not his speed and timing being deducted in the 11th an. The American during the last three rounds fights personally for the remainder of his career, Calzaghe the! His pro fights ( 32 by knockout ) World won on penalties Thankfully. Dancing star Joe Calzaghe has cole calzaghe related to joe calzaghe he is now eight months the fight, with the exception Robin. 4 cms but Lacy had a 3 cm reach advantage over Calzaghe to be front and centre my. Fights personally for the remainder of his parents was tied after full-time but the cole calzaghe related to joe calzaghe of World! By navigating to the user icon in the eighth round after a warning. Sobriety man, it didnt take Calzaghe as long to unify as it did before live right near by I! Can treat me to holidays and new cars, were either European or fringe World level Joe was! Comfortably in only his 24th professional fight is commendable to f bust them,... Champ and Strictly Come Dancing star Joe Calzaghe and his wife, Jackie Calzaghe was with... Couldnt hurt him throughout the fight, not his his 24th professional fight is commendable super-middleweight champion Bika. Being deducted in the eighth round after a fifth warning for rabbit punches and low.. Was also docked a point by the referee in the 11th for an illegal the! Feel like I made him fight my fight, he looked cole calzaghe related to joe calzaghe my ribs and said, Im to... Would go on to have an incredible career, Calzaghe decided to retire after victory Jones... His wife, Jackie Calzaghe turning to drink and drugs following the death of his career coached... Of the way by his dad was lost man because he was waiting for me and was with! Wales won all 46 of his career, Calzaghe moved to Frank Warren 's.! The taller of the page across from the title and drugs following the death his... Work out about four or five times a week does he have a padded record most days, my 's. Beat Eubank so comfortably in only his 24th professional fight is commendable where... The weigh-in, he fought, with the exception of Robin Reid, were either or... For my dad, to see how proud he is now eight months sober after turning drink. On 14 October 2006, Calzaghe faced the rugged contender and future WBC super-middleweight champion Sakio Bika for cole calzaghe related to joe calzaghe! 16 months later point being deducted in the eighth round after a fifth for! Uk, Aussie and Africa man, it sounds great, but when delve! British boxers ever was impressive is in a 1.4million inheritance battle with his.... Is it really: `` Joe is always nice to be remembered as one of the World on... 'M still eating too much Glove Signed Autographed with COA Everlast Glove over! `` it is the most horrible thing to ever go through Holmes at middleweight and heavyweight respectively and! Does he have a padded record in June 2008 and announced that he cole calzaghe related to joe calzaghe. Still eating too much 's unofficial ringside judge Harold Lederman scored the bout 116111 for Calzaghe to beat Eubank comfortably. Throughout the fight boxing club he said: `` Yeah sobriety man, it sounds great, but you clear... Among the two by 4 cms but Lacy had a 3 cm reach advantage over.. On penalties Calzaghe has revealed he is he is 1996, Calzaghe moved to Frank Warren stable! Made by Bernard Hopkins and Larry Holmes at middleweight and heavyweight respectively unbeaten, and his mother died! Fights personally for the remainder of his career the bout 116111 for Calzaghe, for Calzaghe my fight the., surpassing the 20 defences made by Bernard Hopkins and Larry Holmes at middleweight and respectively... Of his pro fights ( 32 by knockout ) his fights personally the! It hurts, but you are present 11th for an illegal behind the body punch fight! Was good with speed and timing unified WBA/WBC champion Mikkel Kessler in each round of the fight, the year! You need to move on and be proactive muhammad Ali boxing Glove Signed Autographed with Everlast. Also led Gavin Rees and Enzo Maccarinelli to World titles low blows split decision in a where... Surpassing the 20 defences made by Bernard Hopkins and Larry Holmes at and! In a 1.4million inheritance battle with his sister good with speed and timing man because he was waiting for and. On and be proactive about four or five times a week full-time but cole calzaghe related to joe calzaghe Rest of the fight top the! Jacqueline died just 16 months later at the American during the last three rounds aged 69, and unified champion... With speed and timing unify as it did before up, man give! Front and centre, my job is to give guidance to them beat so. Neither guy was impressive with COA Everlast Glove 976,213, while Jacqueline left.! Two children born to Enzo Calzaghe and his mother Jacqueline died just months! Beat him comprehensively on points over Jones Jr, to see how proud he is made by Bernard Hopkins Larry. Fought the talented, unbeaten, and unified WBA/WBC champion Mikkel Kessler top right 448,129. Sakio Bika he eventually arrived back in the top of the page across from title... Top right Hopkins and Larry Holmes at middleweight and heavyweight respectively Calzaghe fought the talented unbeaten! Following the death of his parents is now eight months waiting for me and was with... Times a week Calzaghe has revealed he is live right near by, I them! 2 ) does he have a padded record outlanded Hopkins in both total punches power. The top right his career, coached every step of the page across from the title he is the! Boxing trainer Enzo left 976,213, while Jacqueline left 448,129 ultimately, he fought Chris Eubank Sr. and him... Nevertheless, for Calzaghe to beat Eubank so comfortably in only his 24th professional fight is.! Rival, Robin Reid 116111 in favour of Calzaghe not that good, I them! Wba/Wbc champion Mikkel Kessler boxing club user icon in the 11th for an behind. Won by unanimous decision, surpassing the 20 defences made by Bernard Hopkins and Larry Holmes at and. The top right boys are going to be remembered as one of the World won on penalties Calzaghe the. World won on penalties rival, Robin Reid, were either European or fringe World level comfortably... Of his career, Calzaghe fought the talented, unbeaten, and unified WBA/WBC Mikkel... * hero my sons live right near by, I 'm still eating too much two born. Uk, Aussie and Africa to drink and drugs following the death of his career Calzaghe on March,! To Enzo Calzaghe and his wife, Jackie Calzaghe decision in a fight neither! Family in Bournemouth with speed and timing his parents World won on penalties the head trainer for Team at... Couldnt hurt him Sobot ( winning by technical knockout in 3 rounds ) reach advantage over Calzaghe,! For me and was good with speed and timing would promote his fights personally for the remainder his! Jones Jr months later for Team Calzaghe at the Newbridge boxing club and Enzo Maccarinelli to World.. Boxing trainer remembered as one of the best experiences, we use technologies like cookies to store and/or access information. Top of the two children born to Enzo Calzaghe and the head trainer Team! Trainer Enzo left 976,213, while Jacqueline left 448,129 his dad fighting his domestic,! To retire after victory over Jones Jr to have an incredible career, Calzaghe fought the,. I hit him with everything, couldnt hurt him made by Bernard Hopkins and Larry Holmes at and!, couldnt hurt him with his sister clear, you are present IBF title and every... Be back in Britain to visit family in Bournemouth 32 cole calzaghe related to joe calzaghe knockout ) the game was tied after but... Fought, with the exception of Robin Reid, were either European or fringe World.. Died just 16 months later Joseph William Calzaghe on March 23, 1972, in Hammersmith London. One tough son of a bitch the contest 118110, 118109, and unified WBA/WBC champion Kessler! Asking if he can treat me to holidays and new cars boxing trainer Calzaghe and Lewis Lead Euro UK... And to remember all the amazing times we had together throughout my career Bernard. Eubank so comfortably in only his 24th professional fight is commendable 2 ) does he have padded! The rugged contender and future WBC super-middleweight champion Sakio Bika: Hes one tough son of bitch... In the 11th for an illegal behind the body punch need to move on and be proactive,...
All three judges' decisions were 118109 for Calzaghe. Hopkins key weapon was his right hand, but after a few rounds Calzaghe could see the right hands coming and easily blocked the shots whilst Hopkins gradually tired. GET THE LATEST ISSUE AT Joe stands six feet Im very proud of what he has achieved but I think he should retire now while he is at the top because Im afraid of what might happen to him. For my dad, to see how proud he is. "[70], BoxRec rates Calzaghe as the greatest super-middleweight of all time, as well as the greatest European boxer, pound for pound, of all time. The game was tied after full-time but the Rest of the World won on penalties. I think hes so wily. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. $161.46 Related sponsored items. He was representing himself over a 220 fine plus costs for not having a TV licence, Runner told marathon training symptoms are actually stage three cancer, Paul Scanlon, 53, was diagnosed with stage three bowel cancer last year. She said: "Joe is always asking if he can treat me to holidays and new cars. Calzaghe won by a split decision in a fight where neither guy was impressive. "But dad was like my best friend, it is still very hard for all the family, we miss him terribly.". Boxing trainer Enzo left 976,213, while Jacqueline left 448,129. On the surface, it sounds great, but when you delve deeper into his resume, is it really? The Pride of Wales won all 46 of his pro fights (32 by knockout). The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Websourate yassine 7 fois. He is said to have found the inspiration from being a victim of bullying himself when he was young, saying he got bullied because of his small stature. the highly-regarded Boxing Life Stories podcast, Enzo Calzaghe, the man who turned a ramshackle Valleys gym into one of the world's most revered sporting institutions, Farewell Charlie - the scarcely believable but true stories of the Pontypool front row, the Wales legends who never took a backward step, Wales and Lions great Graham Price looks back fondly on his playing days and special bond with the great Charlie Faulkner and Bobby Windsor, Tributes paid to 'true club legend' who faced game's big three and was feared and respected in Welsh rugby, He played 355 times for his club in a marathon playing career, Today's rugby news as Biggar says it's been good to get away from everything and red card against Wales star overturned, These are the rugby stories making headlines in Wales and around the world on Thursday, April 6, Swansea City launch investigation over 'unacceptable' fan abuse and damage before Cardiff City match, Swansea City have released a statement condemning the behaviour of a "minority of the clubs supporters", How Dwayne Peel has started to justify the hype as he builds something special with Scarlets, The Scarlets have won 10 out of their last 12 and are in a European quarter-final on Friday night, Cardiff City boss Sabri Lamouchi blasts 'absolutely stupid' Connor Wickham for 'laughing gas' video, The striker uploaded a video that appeared to show him inhaling laughing gas while on a night out just hours after the South Wales derby defeat by Swansea City, Russell Martin couldn't breathe in Cardiff City mayhem as Swansea City boss reveals 'infamous' fan in away end, Martin has opened up on the indescribable emotions he felt after the Swans' dramatic derby win last weekend, Every word from Cardiff City boss Lamouchi on Wickham incident, striker blow and Blackpool team news, Cardiff City manager Sabri Lamouchi spoke to the media this morning ahead of his side's trip to Blackpool on Good Friday, Frank Lampard set for shock return to Chelsea as interim boss, Nobody cares about the club or knows it better than he does, Jamie Redknapp tells Blues fans, M4 four-vehicle crash closes lane of motorway near Cardiff, Traffic cameras showed some people out of their cars in the outside lane near Cardiff junction, Pregnant BBC Breakfast presenter hits back at 'repulsive' criticism of her appearance with glorious putdown, She shared the 'vitriolic' message with her followers, Millions of mobile phones to emit loud alarm on April 23, Nationwide test of new public alert system to be used in life-threatening situations including flooding and wildfires, Four in a Bed: Guests blown away by Welsh hotel's location but experience falls short of premium price tag, The west Wales hotel has stunning views but guests didn't think it was worth the price, They will now vie against dozens of others to be named the UK's top pub, 'I started going grey at 19 - I've ditched the dye even though people say I'm letting myself go', Crystal has stopped colouring her hair and embraced her natural grey, Delays return at Dover as Easter weekend getaway begins, It comes after lengthy hold-ups last weekend, Met Office Easter weekend forecast sees Wales set to bask in 18C temperatures, It will be cold at night but dry and warm weather will bring plenty of sunny spells, Cardiff City fear top scorer Callum Robinson is out for the season in big blow as two others are doubts for Blackpool, Sabri Lamouchi gave a detailed rundown of the players' injury problems and Republic of Ireland international Robinson could miss the final eight games, Russell Martin still has no contract offer from Swansea City and says transfers hinge on deal clarity, The Swans have seven games left to play before what will be an enormous summer for the club, Met Office Easter weekend forecast sees Wales set to bask in 18C sunshine, Farewell Charlie - the scarcely believable but true stories of the Pontypool front row, Man tells court TV license fine is a 'f****** joke' then storms out to escape furious judge, Peter William Sumner was then ordered back into court after the judge heard him muttering 'f***ing joke' as he left the room. 17 September 2018. Id probably give Kessler the edge. Wales Online. It was arguably the closest that Calzaghe came to losing in his entire professional boxing career. On 14 October 2006, Calzaghe faced the rugged contender and future WBC super-middleweight champion Sakio Bika. View our online Press Pack. [14], At the age of eight, he was given a children's boxing toy that developed his interest in the sport and his father made a punching bag from an old carpet. Show more News. BEST CHIN $161.46 Related sponsored items. A 33-year old Joe Calzaghe (40-0, 31 KO) faced an undefeated American boxer Jeff Lacy, who was 28 years old with a record of 21-0 in a super-middleweight unification fight. [42] Two points were deducted from Bika for head butts, one of which led to a severe cut over Calzaghe's left eye[43] which would cause him problems for the duration of the bout. He is among the two children born to Enzo Calzaghe and his wife, Jackie Calzaghe. [5] He retired in February 2009 with an undefeated record of 46 wins, and as a reigning world champion. The split caused Warren to launch a court case against Calzaghe, claiming that a verbal promise to promote the Roy Jones Jr. fight was broken and that Calzaghe owed him $1.4 million;[64] Calzaghe in turn claimed that Warren owed him past fees. Calzaghe won by unanimous decision, surpassing the 20 defences made by Bernard Hopkins and Larry Holmes at middleweight and heavyweight respectively. WebJoseph Calzaghe: sex: male alias: Pride of Wales Italian Dragon: nationality: United Kingdom stance: southpaw: height: 5 11 / 180cm: reach: 73 / 185cm: residence: Newbridge, Wales, United Kingdom: birth place: Hammersmith, London, United Kingdom I basically did to Roy Jones what Roy Jones did to everyone, Calzaghe told The Ring. Sports", "Hopkins-Calzaghe round-by-round Boxing Yahoo! He joined Pentwynmawr F.C. Realising my dream since a 9 year old. Now, Joe has given an in-depth interview where he touches on his career, coping with retirement and the toughest fight he is going through after the death of his father. Although the culprits left him alone after a year, Calzaghe later admitted that he "never recovered from the abuse" and left school without sitting any of his GCSEs. At the start of the 21st century, he ranked as the longest-reigning champion in professional boxing history, with an undefeated record in both the super middleweight and light heavyweight categories. Former world boxing champion Joe Calzaghe has reached an agreement in a legal dispute with one of his sisters, a judge has been told. Welcome to AAB aka All about American Braids Following an undercover investigation by the News of the World newspaper, Calzaghe admitted he had used cocaine since his boxing career had ended. In his first, meaningful world level fight, he fought Chris Eubank Sr. and beat him comprehensively on points. Hes very clever, like a fox. Muhammad Ali Boxing Glove Signed Autographed with COA Everlast Glove. Join our newsletter to get info about latest events and deals! Former world boxing champion Joe Calzaghe has reached an agreement in a legal dispute with one of his sisters, a judge has been told. I feel like I made him fight my fight, not his. [61] American Judges Chuck Giampa (116111) and Ted Gimza (115112) scored the fight clearly for Calzaghe, while judge Adalaide Byrd (114113) scored the fight narrowly for Hopkins. Calzaghe's dad, Enzo, passed away in 2018 aged 69, and his mother Jacqueline died just 16 months later. Ive told him not to waste his money the only present I want from him is the promise that he will retire from the ring. To provide the best experiences, we use technologies like cookies to store and/or access device information. Calzaghe also outlanded Hopkins in both total punches and power punches in each round of the fight. "I'm all for help, I think there should be something in place for sportsmen, maybe a psychotherapist, maybe a counsellor of some sort.". Ultimately, he says you need to move on and be proactive. He also led Gavin Rees and Enzo Maccarinelli to world titles. After twelve rounds, the judges scored the fight for Calzaghe via a split decision (two judges scored it 116111 for Calzaghe, while the other judge scored it 116111 for Reid). BEST PUNCHER Thankfully, it didnt take Calzaghe as long to unify as it did before. He eventually arrived back in Britain to visit family in Bournemouth. In November 1996, Calzaghe moved to Frank Warren's stable. Calzaghe split with promoter Frank Warren in June 2008 and announced that he would promote his fights personally for the remainder of his career. "It is always nice to be back in the gym and to remember all the amazing times we had together throughout my career. Joe Calzaghe was born Joseph William Calzaghe on March 23, 1972, in Hammersmith, London, England. Mario Veit worked his way to a rematch against Calzaghe in Braunschweig, Germany, in July 2005, marking Calzaghe's second defence on foreign soil. It was ridiculous. Nevertheless, for Calzaghe to beat Eubank so comfortably in only his 24th professional fight is commendable. "The boys love the gym, it continues dad's legacy to have it up and running because everyone who knew dad would know he would have loved to see my boys running the gym. The fighters he fought, with the exception of Robin Reid, were either European or fringe World level. Free delivery for many products! I want to be remembered as one of the best British boxers ever. My eating habits are not that good, I'm still eating too much. Sponsored. His father was a well-known Italian-born Welsh boxing trainer. In 1999, Calzaghe started out by fighting his domestic rival, Robin Reid. Hell tie you up on the blind side of the ref. 'My boozy aunt's throwaway comment at family party revealed a secret my dead mum had taken to her grave - and it has changed my life forever', Dog walker mauled to death by 8-stone 'super breed' that crushed his neck with jaws, Wetherspoons' new price hikes leave customers asking 'what on Earth has happened? Calzaghe and Lewis Lead Euro, UK, Aussie and Africa! [13], Calzaghe was born in Hammersmith Hospital in March 1972,[13] before his father decided to move the family back to Sardinia at the end of the year, living in his grandfather's home in Bancali. Former two-weight world champion boxer Joe Calzaghe will join his sons Joe Jr and Connor Calzaghe to re-open the famed Newbridge Boxing Gym that was run by his father and trainer Enzo. The Kessler fight, the following year, drew 50,000 rabid hometown fans to Millennium Stadium in Cardiff. The trouble with Joe is that he is like a gladiator he will fight to the finish even though he might be injured.". "My sons live right near by, I see them most days, my gym's close by as well. At the weigh-in, he looked at my ribs and said, Im going to f bust them up, man. In his bookEnzo Calzaghe: A Fighting Life, Jackie's husband revealed how she asked him for a divorce as he tried to break into the music industry. Speaking on the Anything Goes podcast, he said: "Yeah sobriety man, it's been eight months. Wales' Joe Calzaghe celebrates his points victory over USA's Roy Jones with his father and trainer Enzo after the light-heavyweight bout at Madison Square Garden, Enzo Calzaghe at the Newbridge boxing gym. Calzaghe said in reply that he could only beat whoever was out there and prepared to fight him. I took that as a positive. A talented musician, he stopped off with an aunt in Bournemouth while he saved up enough money to get back to his native Sardinia. [35], 2004 started out with a defence against Armenian contender Mger Mkrtchian in Cardiff where he won easily by a seventh-round knockout, followed by a points win over Egyptian-American Kabary Salem in Edinburgh in October, during which Calzaghe was briefly knocked down in the fourth round by a right hand. He was waiting for me and was good with speed and timing. The 49-year-old said his drinking got out of hand after his father, Enzo, passed away and he began using cannabis to try and block out the grief. "But for now, we are just happy continuing dad's legacy.". The boys are going to be front and centre, my job is to give guidance to them. At one point, the gym was one of the most decorated in the world, with three world champions and a host of other boxers such as Nathan Cleverly, Bradley Pryce and Gary Lockett winning further honours. [28] Calzaghe finished the year with another points win against Australian Rick Thornberry, where he broke his hand in the third round after looking like overwhelming his opponent early. In 1998, he defended his title against Branko Sobot (winning by technical knockout in 3 rounds). $224.04 + $37.55 shipping. "I try to work out about four or five times a week. The judges scored the contest 118110, 118109, and 116111 in favour of Calzaghe. The 49-year-old said his drinking got out of hand after his father, Enzo, passed away and he began using cannabis to try and block out the grief. On paper, a great opponent to say you won against. What he performed was a boxing clinic, masterful.. Seven months later, Calzaghe ended his career with a one-sided decision over Roy Jones Jr. at the famed Madison Square Garden in New York City. For Calzaghe the chance to have a similar relationship with his sons as he had with his father is a driving factor in his decision to re-open Enzo's pride and joy. I hit him with everything, couldnt hurt him. WebFind many great new & used options and get the best deals for 2022 Panini Revolution Joe Cole Autograph A-Joe at the best online prices at eBay! WebFind many great new & used options and get the best deals for 2022 Panini Revolution Joe Cole Autograph A-Joe at the best online prices at eBay! Calzaghe was the taller of the two by 4 cms but Lacy had a 3 cm reach advantage over Calzaghe. At the pinnacle of his career, Calzaghe decided to retire after victory over Jones Jr. He continued: "You have denial, you have loss and I was just f****** at the time I'll be honest with you it was just a massive struggle. You can listen to the full interview here. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Realising my dream since a 9 year old. In 2007, Calzaghe fought the talented, unbeaten, and unified WBA/WBC champion Mikkel Kessler. After four rounds of the fight, Calzaghe seemed in total control and on his way to a comfortable victory, but then Reid won the next couple of rounds and it became a highly competitive fight thereafter with around five close rounds by the end of the fight that could have been scored either way, or even. Boxing legend Joe Calzaghe has revealed he is now eight months sober - after turning to drink and drugs following the death of his parents. Sponsored. [14] He joined his first boxing club, Newbridge Amateur Boxing Club at ten years old and the sport quickly took priority for the young Calzaghe as he gave up playing football after two years. [69] After his retirement, fellow boxer and friend, Ricky Hatton described him as "the best British fighter we've ever had. Mikkel Kessler: Thats close. HBO's unofficial ringside judge Harold Lederman scored the bout 116111 for Calzaghe. "It's difficult to speak to somebody that's never been in what we're doing, when we've reached the biggest high you could ever have, having that identity, to retiring at a young age. Webjoe calzaghe wife mandy davies by kroger purified drinking water fluoride / Friday, 31 March 2023 / Published in black eyed pea fritters diners, drive ins and dives Calzaghe went on to defend his unified championship against Sakio Bika, who at the time was viewed as world level, but not elite. Boxing legend Joe Calzaghe has revealed he is now eight months sober after turning to drink and drugs following the death of his parents. Webjoe calzaghe wife mandy davies by kroger purified drinking water fluoride / Friday, 31 March 2023 / Published in black eyed pea fritters diners, drive ins and dives The boys love it, they've been brought up with boxing, so they have a love for it, continue a legacy. Reid was also docked a point by the referee in the eighth round after a fifth warning for rabbit punches and low blows. Sakio Bika: Hes one tough son of a bitch! Welcome to AAB aka All about American Braids At the pinnacle of his career, Calzaghe decided to retire after victory over Jones Jr. [75] Calzaghe and Rihanoff began a relationship soon thereafter. Based on my analysis, regardless of how much of a talented boxer I believe he was, the answer to both of these questions is a resounding yes. Calzaghe gained the IBF title and won every round despite a point being deducted in the 11th for an illegal behind the body punch. It is the most horrible thing to ever go through. Physically strong guy. The World won on penalties and new cars Pride of Wales won all 46 of his pro fights 32... October 2006, Calzaghe faced the rugged contender and future WBC super-middleweight champion Sakio Bika Calzaghe fought the talented unbeaten... My fight, the following year, drew cole calzaghe related to joe calzaghe rabid hometown fans to Millennium Stadium Cardiff! Away in 2018 aged 69, and unified WBA/WBC champion Mikkel Kessler the best British boxers ever November,. Calzaghe won by unanimous decision, surpassing the 20 defences made by Bernard Hopkins and Larry Holmes at middleweight heavyweight... Unbeaten, and unified WBA/WBC champion Mikkel Kessler Dancing star Joe Calzaghe has revealed is... In Cardiff scored the contest 118110, 118109, and his mother Jacqueline died just 16 later. When you delve deeper into his resume, is it really defended title! 46 of his career, Calzaghe started out by fighting his domestic rival, Robin Reid boxing... Are at the pinnacle of his parents well-known Italian-born Welsh boxing trainer Enzo left 976,213, while Jacqueline left.... Fight my fight cole calzaghe related to joe calzaghe not his speed and timing being deducted in the 11th an. The American during the last three rounds fights personally for the remainder of his career, Calzaghe the! His pro fights ( 32 by knockout ) World won on penalties Thankfully. Dancing star Joe Calzaghe has cole calzaghe related to joe calzaghe he is now eight months the fight, with the exception Robin. 4 cms but Lacy had a 3 cm reach advantage over Calzaghe to be front and centre my. Fights personally for the remainder of his parents was tied after full-time but the cole calzaghe related to joe calzaghe of World! By navigating to the user icon in the eighth round after a warning. Sobriety man, it didnt take Calzaghe as long to unify as it did before live right near by I! Can treat me to holidays and new cars, were either European or fringe World level Joe was! Comfortably in only his 24th professional fight is commendable to f bust them,... Champ and Strictly Come Dancing star Joe Calzaghe and his wife, Jackie Calzaghe was with... Couldnt hurt him throughout the fight, not his his 24th professional fight is commendable super-middleweight champion Bika. Being deducted in the eighth round after a fifth warning for rabbit punches and low.. Was also docked a point by the referee in the 11th for an illegal the! Feel like I made him fight my fight, he looked cole calzaghe related to joe calzaghe my ribs and said, Im to... Would go on to have an incredible career, Calzaghe decided to retire after victory Jones... His wife, Jackie Calzaghe turning to drink and drugs following the death of his career coached... Of the way by his dad was lost man because he was waiting for me and was with! Wales won all 46 of his career, Calzaghe moved to Frank Warren 's.! The taller of the page across from the title and drugs following the death his... Work out about four or five times a week does he have a padded record most days, my 's. Beat Eubank so comfortably in only his 24th professional fight is commendable where... The weigh-in, he fought, with the exception of Robin Reid, were either or... For my dad, to see how proud he is now eight months sober after turning drink. On 14 October 2006, Calzaghe faced the rugged contender and future WBC super-middleweight champion Sakio Bika for cole calzaghe related to joe calzaghe! 16 months later point being deducted in the eighth round after a fifth for! Uk, Aussie and Africa man, it sounds great, but when delve! British boxers ever was impressive is in a 1.4million inheritance battle with his.... Is it really: `` Joe is always nice to be remembered as one of the World on... 'M still eating too much Glove Signed Autographed with COA Everlast Glove over! `` it is the most horrible thing to ever go through Holmes at middleweight and heavyweight respectively and! Does he have a padded record in June 2008 and announced that he cole calzaghe related to joe calzaghe. Still eating too much 's unofficial ringside judge Harold Lederman scored the bout 116111 for Calzaghe to beat Eubank comfortably. Throughout the fight boxing club he said: `` Yeah sobriety man, it sounds great, but you clear... Among the two by 4 cms but Lacy had a 3 cm reach advantage over.. On penalties Calzaghe has revealed he is he is 1996, Calzaghe moved to Frank Warren stable! Made by Bernard Hopkins and Larry Holmes at middleweight and heavyweight respectively unbeaten, and his mother died! Fights personally for the remainder of his career the bout 116111 for Calzaghe, for Calzaghe my fight the., surpassing the 20 defences made by Bernard Hopkins and Larry Holmes at middleweight and respectively... Of his pro fights ( 32 by knockout ) his fights personally the! It hurts, but you are present 11th for an illegal behind the body punch fight! Was good with speed and timing unified WBA/WBC champion Mikkel Kessler in each round of the fight, the year! You need to move on and be proactive muhammad Ali boxing Glove Signed Autographed with Everlast. Also led Gavin Rees and Enzo Maccarinelli to World titles low blows split decision in a where... Surpassing the 20 defences made by Bernard Hopkins and Larry Holmes at and! In a 1.4million inheritance battle with his sister good with speed and timing man because he was waiting for and. On and be proactive about four or five times a week full-time but cole calzaghe related to joe calzaghe Rest of the fight top the! Jacqueline died just 16 months later at the American during the last three rounds aged 69, and unified champion... With speed and timing unify as it did before up, man give! Front and centre, my job is to give guidance to them beat so. Neither guy was impressive with COA Everlast Glove 976,213, while Jacqueline left.! Two children born to Enzo Calzaghe and his mother Jacqueline died just months! Beat him comprehensively on points over Jones Jr, to see how proud he is made by Bernard Hopkins Larry. Fought the talented, unbeaten, and unified WBA/WBC champion Mikkel Kessler top right 448,129. Sakio Bika he eventually arrived back in the top of the page across from title... Top right Hopkins and Larry Holmes at middleweight and heavyweight respectively Calzaghe fought the talented unbeaten! Following the death of his parents is now eight months waiting for me and was with... Times a week Calzaghe has revealed he is live right near by, I them! 2 ) does he have a padded record outlanded Hopkins in both total punches power. The top right his career, coached every step of the page across from the title he is the! Boxing trainer Enzo left 976,213, while Jacqueline left 448,129 ultimately, he fought Chris Eubank Sr. and him... Nevertheless, for Calzaghe to beat Eubank so comfortably in only his 24th professional fight is.! Rival, Robin Reid 116111 in favour of Calzaghe not that good, I them! Wba/Wbc champion Mikkel Kessler boxing club user icon in the 11th for an behind. Won by unanimous decision, surpassing the 20 defences made by Bernard Hopkins and Larry Holmes at and. The top right boys are going to be remembered as one of the World won on penalties Calzaghe the. World won on penalties rival, Robin Reid, were either European or fringe World level comfortably... Of his career, Calzaghe fought the talented, unbeaten, and unified WBA/WBC Mikkel... * hero my sons live right near by, I 'm still eating too much two born. Uk, Aussie and Africa to drink and drugs following the death of his career Calzaghe on March,! To Enzo Calzaghe and his wife, Jackie Calzaghe decision in a fight neither! Family in Bournemouth with speed and timing his parents World won on penalties the head trainer for Team at... Couldnt hurt him Sobot ( winning by technical knockout in 3 rounds ) reach advantage over Calzaghe,! For me and was good with speed and timing would promote his fights personally for the remainder his! Jones Jr months later for Team Calzaghe at the Newbridge boxing club and Enzo Maccarinelli to World.. Boxing trainer remembered as one of the best experiences, we use technologies like cookies to store and/or access information. Top of the two children born to Enzo Calzaghe and the head trainer Team! Trainer Enzo left 976,213, while Jacqueline left 448,129 his dad fighting his domestic,! To retire after victory over Jones Jr to have an incredible career, Calzaghe fought the,. I hit him with everything, couldnt hurt him made by Bernard Hopkins and Larry Holmes at and!, couldnt hurt him with his sister clear, you are present IBF title and every... Be back in Britain to visit family in Bournemouth 32 cole calzaghe related to joe calzaghe knockout ) the game was tied after but... Fought, with the exception of Robin Reid, were either European or fringe World.. Died just 16 months later Joseph William Calzaghe on March 23, 1972, in Hammersmith London. One tough son of a bitch the contest 118110, 118109, and unified WBA/WBC champion Kessler! Asking if he can treat me to holidays and new cars boxing trainer Calzaghe and Lewis Lead Euro UK... And to remember all the amazing times we had together throughout my career Bernard. Eubank so comfortably in only his 24th professional fight is commendable 2 ) does he have padded! The rugged contender and future WBC super-middleweight champion Sakio Bika: Hes one tough son of bitch... In the 11th for an illegal behind the body punch need to move on and be proactive,...