Yes, it's important to be challenged and step up, but I agree with most here that this seems to be too big of a step up for Ward. Miranda, is the kind of puncher that could ruin a young fighter.

Miranda seems so tough to me, that I really doubt he's damaged goods. He seems more the type that would be eager to get back in and prove a point.

Still, I would say Ward has a decent chance, it's just risky. Nothing risked nothing gained, but in this game, maybe more than any other, it's important to manage the risks intelligently.