Kessler vs Ward analysis

[jangeorg]

Also Ward isn't a pure combination puncher in fact the only times he puts together punches is when he knows he is in a fight with someone who he actually shows appropriate respect in the ring. He got clipped I think in the 7th against Miranda with a counter right that drew some oohs and ahs then poured on and didn't give Miranda another opportunity. If he sees you cover up yeah he'll open up but he's not like Andre Dirrell who is a pure combination puncher. Ward is a lot more selective and against Kessler I think he takes advantage of the footspeed difference, takes advantage of angles, uses his feints, his jab and just keeps Kessler guessing. Other times he'll probably try to make Kessler lead but unless the physical tools are just to much, I think Ward takes it 8-4 in a shocker. I think "frustrated" will be the word best applied to Kessler. Ward is a guy nobody would want to fight especially at this point.

Andre Wards most difficult opponent to date was Miranda, and that was one of the ugliest fights I have seen all year. Ward threw a punch and clinched/ grabbed and held whenever he could. I don't blame him much for that since Miranda has power and he wanted to negate that but if you think that is going to work on Kessler, you have another thing coming

[TheMacMagician]

You know, I do like Kessler, but i'm not 100%.

I say, given Kesslers lay off and his comeback against a piss poor opponent that Ward gives him everything he can handle for atleast 4 - 6 rounds and if Ward can step up the development in his ability a bit more again from the Miranda fight, I say he can go on to win on points. Its all gonna come down to Wards chin for me too, as Kessler will more than likely land with some great shots here and there.... If his chin holds out its plausable to think Ward will win on points for me.... But who knows.

[blegit]

Also Ward isn't a pure combination puncher in fact the only times he puts together punches is when he knows he is in a fight with someone who he actually shows appropriate respect in the ring. He got clipped I think in the 7th against Miranda with a counter right that drew some oohs and ahs then poured on and didn't give Miranda another opportunity. If he sees you cover up yeah he'll open up but he's not like Andre Dirrell who is a pure combination puncher. Ward is a lot more selective and against Kessler I think he takes advantage of the footspeed difference, takes advantage of angles, uses his feints, his jab and just keeps Kessler guessing. Other times he'll probably try to make Kessler lead but unless the physical tools are just to much, I think Ward takes it 8-4 in a shocker. I think "frustrated" will be the word best applied to Kessler. Ward is a guy nobody would want to fight especially at this point.

Andre Wards most difficult opponent to date was Miranda, and that was one of the ugliest fights I have seen all year. Ward threw a punch and clinched/ grabbed and held whenever he could. I don't blame him much for that since Miranda has power and he wanted to negate that but if you think that is going to work on Kessler, you have another thing coming

I'm not saying Ward will beat Kessler but Ward's fight against Miranda was not a punch then hold. There was no more holding in that fight than most other fights. Ward fought for 10 rounds with a bad cut in the wrong place and still outboxed Miranda. Ward landed a large percentage of punches to the point where he discouraged Miranda and started backing him up. You might want to re-watch that fight. Ward picked Miranda apart.

[skel1983]

Im not sure about this fight, I just have a feeling Ward takes it, Kessler is a decent fighter but some people over rate him a little imo, we still dont know how good Ward is in truth.


If I had to put the house on it id side with Kessler just but I wouldnt be suprised one bit if Ward took it.

[markb018]

Also Ward isn't a pure combination puncher in fact the only times he puts together punches is when he knows he is in a fight with someone who he actually shows appropriate respect in the ring. He got clipped I think in the 7th against Miranda with a counter right that drew some oohs and ahs then poured on and didn't give Miranda another opportunity. If he sees you cover up yeah he'll open up but he's not like Andre Dirrell who is a pure combination puncher. Ward is a lot more selective and against Kessler I think he takes advantage of the footspeed difference, takes advantage of angles, uses his feints, his jab and just keeps Kessler guessing. Other times he'll probably try to make Kessler lead but unless the physical tools are just to much, I think Ward takes it 8-4 in a shocker. I think "frustrated" will be the word best applied to Kessler. Ward is a guy nobody would want to fight especially at this point.

Andre Wards most difficult opponent to date was Miranda, and that was one of the ugliest fights I have seen all year. Ward threw a punch and clinched/ grabbed and held whenever he could. I don't blame him much for that since Miranda has power and he wanted to negate that but if you think that is going to work on Kessler, you have another thing coming

That is crazy talk. Ward boxed beautifully in that fight and beat Miranda his own way that night. He showed he can box in orthodox and southpaw stance and be comfortable. Your analysis of the fight is quite biased to say the least and its ok considering Kessler is your guy, but to write off Ward is a big mistake. He has a great amateur career, gold medalist, I think he has only been down once in his career so his chin is not an issue. I am taking Ward with this fight and any other. Ward can and will box Kessler all night, if Kessler wants to be the aggressor I am sure Andre will be just as happy taking the steps back, he showed that in part of the Miranda fight as well. The only person I see giving Ward problems is Taylor

I guess my main question is what are you going to do if Andre outclasses your man??

I also find it funny how when people talk about Kessler's best performance most usually say it was with Joe, a loss.