MICKY WARD (USA) vs ARTURO GATTI (USA) | LEGENDARY BATTLE! | MY LIVE COMMENTARY/ BREAKDOWN

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On May 18, 2002, at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut, USA, veteran American contender Micky Ward faced former world champion Arturo Gatti in the first fight of their legendary trilogy, a bout widely regarded as one of the greatest fights in boxing history. Coming into the fight, Ward was 37–10 (27 KOs), while Gatti held a record of 34–5 (28 KOs). The fight began at a furious pace, with both men trading heavy shots from the opening round. Ward focused on body punching and pressure, while Gatti relied on speed, combinations, and resilience, with momentum swinging back and forth throughout. The most famous moment came in the 9th round, when Ward dropped Gatti with a brutal body shot in a round that became iconic for its nonstop exchanges and drama. After ten grueling rounds, Ward was awarded a majority decision victory, with scorecards of 94–93, 94–93, and 95–91. 📍 Date: May 18, 2002 📍 Venue: Mohegan Sun Arena 📍 Location: Uncasville, Connecticut, USA 🏆 Title: N/A (non-title fight) 🥊 Result: Ward wins by Majority Decision ⏱️ Rounds: 10-Round Super Lightweight Bout 🎙️ Fight commentary and breakdown by the author 📊 Records at the time of fight: Micky Ward: 37–10 (27 KOs) Arturo Gatti: 34–5 (28 KOs) 🔥 A brutal, all-action war that launched one of boxing’s most famous trilogies, defined by relentless trading, dramatic momentum swings, and unmatched toughness from both fighters. -------------------- ╔═╦╗╔╦╗╔═╦═╦╦╦╦╗╔═╗ ║╚╣║║║╚╣╚╣╔╣╔╣║╚╣═╣ ╠╗║╚╝║║╠╗║╚╣║║║║║═╣ ╚═╩══╩═╩═╩═╩╝╚╩═╩═╝ to the channel people 00:00 Intro 2:45 Round 1 5:15 Round 2 7:25 Round 3 9:35 Round 4 -------------------- Follow me insta @charlessalbox facebook @charlessalbox #boxing #usaboxing #boxeocubano #canelo