Beat Everyone! The Most Underrated Champion in History - Joe Calzaghe

Forty six victories without a single loss, a record-breaking twenty-one consecutive title defenses and a decade long reign at the top! At the turn of the centuries, Joe Calzaghe ruled the super middleweight division with an iron fist, even making Roy Jones Jr. look awkward. And yet, despite being one of the most dominant champions in history, the general public is barely familiar with this fiery Welshman’s adventures. It's time to relive the journey of the "Dragon», a musician’s son from a small village, who reached the pinnacle of fisticuffs* and rode off into the sunset undefeated.

[@THEDAVMAN100]

It's mad that like for the last 6/7 fights of his career and biggest names,his hands were completely ruined and he still won them all and retired undefeated. Proper legend

[@THEROTTINGDOG]

He wouldn't even punch anything between fights. It's a shame his hands started to let him down so badly.

[@rockabilly313]

Throughout his career he fought nobody’s, he’s got Mickey Mouse belts,over hyped

[@K_j_M]

​@@rockabilly313he was undisputed at SM ye nerk 😂

[@THEROTTINGDOG]

@@rockabilly313 What have you done with your life? Something better than a humble undefeated world champion I hope.

[@cestlevie7042]

​@rockabilly1065 u obviously know nothing about boxing - u seen what he did against Roy Jones jnr - made a mug out of him

[@mariosuarez3411]

What a beautiful documentary. I'm Mexican and always admired Joe Calzaghe. I'm glad he retired undefeated and is in great health. Regards to all the Welsh people.

[@davidwhitaker3411]

Yaki dah!

[@FUBAR1986]

Regards to all the people of the world, including you, my neighbor to the south🤪😂❤️🌍🌏🌎🙏 as always peace, love, joy, and hope to you and yours

[@jamestanner1564]

From one repressed country to another your comment is much appreciated 🥰

[@snoutysnouterson]

​@@jamestanner1564How is Wales repressed??

[@jamestanner1564]

@@snoutysnouterson well firstly we have Welsh government and they're a joke 🤷🏼‍♂️🤣, no but seriously until 1967 the Welsh language was banned it's only been in recent years that it's started to become more taught and encouraged, the closure of the mines and and the treatment of the miners decimated the country just the same as it did in the north of England. I know we have the Welsh government now but that was a complete backward step for us moving away when we should have moved closer to the rest of the UK and was a result of Tony Blair knowing he would only enhance the labour vote and get backing and approval from the people who would never vote Tory after the miners strikes giving labour a guaranteed amount of historical votes because of the way Maggie treated them during the 80's. If you Google has Wales been repressed then I'm sure you'll find many examples 👍

[@Svenburchard]

Danish here. He took out our biggest champion, but won our hearts.

[@ianbesford77]

…and in this documentary Kessler showed what a great fighter and a great person he is. No arrogance, genuinely speaking with Calzage with a smile.Awesome👌

[@edstar83]

Just like when Rocky Balboa defeated Ivan Drago.

[@joshuakausmann5504]

Was a big fan of Kessler too as a Welsh. 🇩🇰🤝🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@Svenburchard]

Glad we got to see that fight, my father always knew that Calzaghe was a very dangerous fight for Kessler.Great fight, Calzaghe just always had that next level to go to.Dearly missed as an entertainer in the ring @@joshuakausmann5504

[@petesanchez6058]

I couldn’t believe I was seeing Roy get embarrassed like this but respect to joe

[@boardmike82]

Literally perfection. Doesn't get the recognition he deserves.

[@Iamyourboo2]

I think he's about appropriately rated and recognized. Good fighter, did not face enough competition.

[@haroldbell213]

He beat everyone who got in the ring with him.

[@MelGibsonFan]

@@Iamyourboo2Agreed. Calzaghe was very good, but his competition was lacking. Lacey was largely untested, RJJ was already on the decline and the BHop fight was contentious. Not shitting on JC, he’s an ATG in UK boxing but globally, not really.

[@kurtshousedemos3671]

@@MelGibsonFanthat’s ridiculous - he faced all the top global contenders in his weight class, over and over and over again. Not uk contenders - global. All the best their were. Just because you can’t find enough “big names” on his opponent list makes him just a local star? He literally beat every single best fighter in his weight class around the entire world, over and over and over again.

[@MGB18]

@@MelGibsonFan: You and "lamyourboo2" should stick with Ice Skating. Boxing is not for you.

[@clew5687]

To me, a perfect boxer. Unreal cardio, great chin, great offense, great defense, fast hands, fast reflexes, could jab and move or could trade in a war. Unbelievable. I just wish he'd have gone over the pond earlier to prove his doubters wrong. I loved watching that man fight, a real pleasure.

[@Kingqubaent]

I'm glad that you acknowledge... that he fought some of the best American's well past their prime!

[@elgido3207]

​@Kingqubaent not all Joe's fault, he was an awkward proposition without a huge pay day attached to him. Hopkins knew he could make more in America fighting jokers like Tarver and big names like del a Hoya, great fighter but tiny!

[@michaeljenkins7024]

@Kingqubaent That wasn't Joe's fault! He wanted those fights. Jones Jr and Hopkins ducked him as long as they had the upper hand in the sport, obviously not because they thought that Joe was too good for them, but because they knew how good he was and saw little benefit in taking the risk of being made to look average by a bloke that hardly anybody in America knew anything about.

[@clew5687]

@@Kingqubaent Yes he did, but as others have said, that was not his fault. Ask yourself this, Joe was a recognised belt holder, WHY were the others not chasing him to get hold of that belt. A very high risk proposition was Joe. The only yank who put it on the line in his prime was the IBF champion Jeff Lacy, he was undefeated, young, hungry and wanted Joe's belt. But we all know how that went. Fair play to Jeff, he risked it, he never quit, a true warrior, but sadly never the same man after that beatdown, confidence and self belief completely destroyed .

[@christame2332]

He lost power later on in his career, which made people call him the slapper. Definitely should have gone over earlier.

[@GentlemanBystander]

I think what a lot of people underestimated about Enzo was how much he understood and loved his son

[@zesselbanol6263]

Pipil jmnnlnlu hmmlp

[@zesselbanol6263]

Pipilp jmnnlnlu hmmlp

[@bobbah676]

Giving up his own dream, so his son can conquer his at such a young age.

[@kethughes8266]

He certainly managed his sons career with great skill avoidance being the name of the game.

[@southace]

Calzaghe isn’t underrated. Top three to ever come out of Britain. Would have blitzed Froch in is prime. Enzo was a top man.

[@joe-nautilus-nauticus]

" And most importantly , appreciate your parents. " Great homage to Joe. Thank you

[@gordy7877]

Makes me proud of my welsh heritage. Great story for this American to watch, thank you.

[@YouAintGotNoTegridyBoi]

I always think of Enzo Calzaghe as one of history's greatest fathers. He not only sacrificed his own chance at glory for his son but dedicated his whole life to becoming the best mentor possible for his son's passion. What a legend.

[@afrimaras2940]

You`re goddamn right.

[@mrwideboy]

That's what a father is

[@steiny3353]

YouAintGotNoTegridyBoi .. Yeah, I agree. Joe certainly didn't hesitate to show how he loved his Dad and spent his whole career acknowledging his Dad's importance to his success. Joe was a hell of a fighter. I didn't realise he had a perfect no loss career, but seeing him in action, I shouldn't be surprised.

[@mrwideboy]

@steiny3353 I have Welsh blood and so glad raised the Welsh dragon

[@Tejay-Kiama]

Great comment dude, plus the others he mentored in the gym, he was a father figure to so many kids, who also became world/European champions at different weights

[@angrysheepdog9744]

A testament to how a father can bring out the very best in his son and vise versa

[@jimwhite1061]

Amen!

[@antonoat]

What a great thing to say! 😀👏👍

[@voidisyinyangvoidisyinyang885]

vice versa indeed!

[@user-jj7uy1ns5f]

He was everything Froch wasn’t, dignified, polite, and unbeaten, and that really got under Frochs skin

[@scottowens8474]

When your enemy is everything you're not it generally does get under your skin a bit. Lol

[@MrG77]

What a champion, 46/0 with no draws. A real fighter that never got distracted by drink drugs or women. His father was a hero to him. He gave up his musical opportunity of stardom for his sons goal of being world champion. Its like a movie script.🙏🥊

[@steveperreira5850]

It is a great father and son story. Didn’t know anything about it. Joe was a smart boxer. It was great to watch him.

[@MrG77]

@@steveperreira5850 yes he was a very smart boxer and his story is amazing.👍

[@elpresidente7377]

a great Dad indeed.. forseeing his sons future.. thinking of his sons future before his.. what a great dad..

[@kevinmikell5147]

Joe was a great champion with class , Bernard Hopkins, was my champion from Philly, two greats going at it great respect to both men , Philly s own B HOP forever..... 😊😊😊😊

[@MrG77]

@@kevinmikell5147 yes Kevin Bernard Hopkins was an amazing boxer and you should be proud of your own Philly champion.🙏

[@DavidGrosenbach]

That’s probably the best boxing documentary I’ve ever seen. He was truly amazing. He made everyone look silly, even when he went down the fair few times. I will watch this one again.

[@lenkajf7816]

The quality of content on this channel is crazy! 🎉

[@SamKnause]

It was an absolute joy to watch Joe fight !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I have rewatched his fights many times. I'm from the U.S. and Joe is my favorite boxer. I was always in his corner. He made boxing fun and exciting to watch. He was quiet outside the ring. In the ring, when he kicked it into high gear he was like a tornado. Joe's fight with Roy Jones Jr. is the only sporting event I ever paid for to watch on TV live. I was of course rooting for Joe. I really miss watching him fight. I don't watch boxing anymore.

[@DomTheTA]

In Wales I just showed up at the gym and had a picture with Enzo his dad/coach. He made us feel very welcome, very humble people. He just missed the mega years of middle weights in the UK catching only Eubank at the end of that era.

[@robertmorrison5728]

What stands out the most is Joe's cardio. The guy was never tired in a fight. He could go 100 miles an hour forever. He also never neglected the body. His dad was an amazing trainer.

[@jasonmoody4219]

Except for the cocaine

[@arthurevans5608]

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[@danrc995]

I'm Welsh. This was all over the news. @@jasonmoody4219

[@user-fh8iq5od3v]

I'm disappointed we didn't get to see him much in the US. He was more than worthy of our attention. Great post, awesome family and I could watch Joe shred opponents all night Super fast, how could they defend against all his artillery.. enjoy your retirement. Dragon earned it

[@nigelbeaumont1109]

I seriously thought the same….. he NEVER Tired. Absolute Machine.

[@davidfoley8189]

One of the finest men ever to lace a pair of gloves.A fighter who could box and a boxer who could fight.Absolute gentleman and it was a privilege to watch him

[@mihajlokozomara3786]

I agree with you 100%

[@renotseng4809]

It was just a shame that his hand injuries stopped him from going on to get that 50-0 before Mayweather.

[@holymackenaw]

49 or 50 mean nothing without context. Just two numbers.

[@drewjohn8392]

Cannot believe I never heard of this great champion until I saw this tribute. Someone please make this into a movie! And God bless his dear father. May he Rest In Peace.

[@thom6167]

A good movie in his story absolutely. Guy Ritchie would fancy it.

[@junluc5464]

What!??? I live on the other side of the world but i know joe since i was a teenager.. Now im 40

[@junluc5464]

There was a movie abt him its called Mr Calzaghe

[@drewjohn8392]

@@junluc5464 must be more to distract us on this side of the world

[@angelmelendez2268]

Well made documentary. Love it. Not only is Joe a legend, so is his father. Sacrificing his own dream to become the best trainer for his son.

[@KingDomsKingdom85]

All us older British combat sports fans hold Joe in ridiculously high regard, such a talented bloke and gentleman to boot.

[@Wildernessoutside]

hes a legend of the ring

[@ilikemilkshake22]

People who know, know. But I think he's criminally underrated even here. He's one of the greatest British sportsmen

[@andrewmackie1888]

never understood why he never received the sorts personality of the year award, the guy was a machine

[@LetsGoJoeB]

Joe was the man

[@altruismfirst6489]

@@andrewmackie1888 Stage name "ITALIAN DRAGON" so proud to be from Italian blood, that did not fit with the Imperial propaganda requirements.

[@jamesburrell677]

It's rare to find such a well made documentary. Thank you!

[@thinking6307]

Here, here!!!!

[@kenbroadbent7288]

Fact

[@youtubenoob]

Maybe yall don't actually watch documentaries.

[@Gangland-ud4vb]

@@youtubenoobit’s not Ya’ll it’s YOU ALL I guess grammar isn’t your best subject 🤡

[@josevicentepereiraneto8910]

Genética Rock Marciano,Eder Zumbano Jofre,Joe Calzague,Ray Mancini........

[@SmoothCriminaltripleOG]

A true champion, old school fighter. Came to fight and a gentleman outside of the ring. 👍👍

[@maxchapman5976]

Joe Calzaghe and his father were a Class Act - One could never ask for more out of life than to spend the vast majority of it working side by side with one's father. Hats off to all the Wonderful Welsh People and their Legendary Champion Joe Calzaghe !!!

[@southside6093]

*Joe Calzaghe is the most underrated champion ever.*

[@mlgerab]

Kind of hard to disagree with you there!

[@Tiebox]

People try to keep him under wraps because he beat what some deem the best pound for pound fighters of all time like Roy Jones. But the thing is, he didn't just beat Roy, he beat him easily in a weight class well above his natural weight.

[@314murdacapitall]

He fought 2 big names and they was old as hell B-hop and Roy jones

[@bampie1]

@@314murdacapitall Old as hell B-hop went on to win another world belt after he lost to JC so stop with the BS

[@Tiebox]

@@314murdacapitall Wrong. Joe was also old so what's your next excuse? Not only old, fought up in a weight division he had NO EXPERIENCE in whatsoever, had hurting hands and not only won, but made Jones look like an amateur boxer. 46-0, 21 title defenses, defeated the most dominate boxer in light heavyweight easily, sat Hopkins down like a dog. But let's hear more excuses so I / we can laugh at you. You know shit about boxing or fighting in general.

[@neilpaine9063]

His work in the ring made him a champion. His respect for his dad's sacrifice and dedication made him a gentleman. A combination of the two made him a legend. Gotta love big Joe

[@chrisBaxter-ly8or]

Legend really ?

[@marklewis4421]

@@NeilHawkins-zq7bm really

[@marklewis4421]

@@chrisBaxter-ly8or really

[@14goldmedals]

@@NeilHawkins-zq7bm don’t take it personally Neil, they’re probably black American boys and have no concept of the father-son relationship of love and respect.

[@jonahmiller6042]

Was absolutely a legend. You hold a belt in any weight class for a decade. Even the legend Ali doesn't boast that.

[@rhysb2481]

I have lived all of my life so far about 5 minutes down the road from Joe Calzaghe, used to see him jogging and he trained most of his career in a small storage shed for the local rugby team. Very proud to see him get the credit he's due.

[@kierhudson1328]

Him and Vasiliy Lomachenko are my personal favourite fighters, like watching a flame lick about its prize, brilliant.

[@nassiglutt6587]

He was criminally underrated. This dude in his prime outboxes the champs of today like canelo alvarez with ease yet he's like disrespected as a true legend of the sport with the fact that he's a good man inside out, humble and righteous

[@inquisitvem6723]

Does he live in a castle now?😂

[@TheDemonGamerOfFleetStreet]

​@@inquisitvem6723no he lives in America and last time I checked the US ain't too hot for castles lol.

[@TheDemonGamerOfFleetStreet]

​@@nassiglutt6587he was only underrated by America.

[@thebizness5596]

One of my favourite boxers ever. Never seen a man fire so many shots per round with such accuracy. He was always in flow as well, never out of control. The intensity was crazy.

[@johnsellers9623]

I watched this video with out a break. Thumbs up for sure. This was one of the best video documentary I’ve sat through not wanting it to end. Joe is my new favorite boxer. ✌️👍🇺🇸

[@quadintheuk8870]

Always said Joe is the best we ever had No one ever comes near Hart of a lion And a proper gentleman in the ring , respectful to his competitors Never took liberties when they were hurting & going down 🙏🏻 Long live the king Joe Calzaghe 👑🥊

[@muskratrepairservices7701]

The backstory that there were people trying to bring father away from son and vice versa and that both stood by one another is incredibly heartwarming

[@faizalsalim1194]

Nothing but respect to Joe and his father Enzo. Both proper men. Thank you!

[@janwillemsteenhuisen1550]

Lim wat joe (bidenkopf)?🇷🇺🤗😊🌟😈

[@MyFullers]

Calzaghe is a legend. Greatest British fighter. What a beautiful relationship he had with his dad too. Perfect partnership to go undefeated.

[@gamedevsa]

Great thanks for this amazing doc. Love him or hate him, Joe Calzaghe deserves to leave a legacy.

[@MikeAsher-cm7kk]

😮

[@mosesacovera1015]

For Joe’s father to give up his dreams and use his talents through music and rhythm to become a boxing trainer.? Why don’t people speak of him being one of the greatest Coaches!?

[@altoidosgood]

Him to give up that dream, when he was on the cusp of making it himself. To nuture his son to reach his dreams is so beautiful. You couldn't write it, no one would believe it.

[@nsweeney3970]

They had such an incredible relationship. Joe must have been heartbroken when he sadly passed away. At least his dad got to share that whole incredible journey to greatness with his much loved son before he went.

[@tllhy1591]

Emmanuel Stewart spoke volumes about Enzo!!! This kid is top 10 L-HWT ALLTIME!!!! SPEED AND DEFENSE WERE WAY OVERLOOKED? PROBABLY RACISM🙄🙄🙄

[@moneycryptocurrency1024]

​@@tllhy1591 Yeah he was awesome.

[@floydlay9189]

SPOT ON!

[@Mark-pz9xw]

Everyone in Wales is proud of him! Definitely an underrated boxer and champion - legend!

[@jenkemjones68]

World champion!

[@andrewcurtis4568]

You mean everyone in Wales with satelite dish.

[@blackmaxbranning3666]

@@OnlySCHUMI try not bumping into him next time pip squeak

[@darthwiizius]

Plenty of us fans in England too mate. What we loved about him (apart from the speed, skill, work rate and endurance) was the fact that if you did manage to lamp him him one you were in trouble. Do that that and watch his bollocks swell to the size of beach balls while he goes into macho man mode and punishes you for your impudence.

[@eetfuk3571]

he made us Welshmen really proud. he was one of my inspirations why I went into a gym and competed as a professional fighter.

[@bigga5406]

The love his father showed him is exactly how I want to be with my son. And the way he is with his own boys…Beautiful doc. Well done. Cheers from the states.

[@benjaminfranklinkivettiv9433]

I love that his father trained him!! Two great men. You both have my total respect!!😊

[@paulwigfield3233]

Calzaghe is definitely one of the greatest fighters of our generation. Never seen anyone throw as many punches as the mighty Joe. He only retired because his hands were shot. Loved the man.

[@jamesambrose8980]

Absolutely, what a fantastic boxer. Joe schooled them all 🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊🥊

[@1919mum]

the slapper, thats all he was, never rated him.

[@kristalmacleod3004]

@@1919mum Fools get FOOLED U fool'

[@PrivateCitizen84]

@@1919mum We are all allowed bad takes from time to time.

[@timpage5021]

@@1919mumthe f you talking about. He knocked Bernard Hopkins’s clear outta the ring. Slapper.? You must be drunk.

[@Kronorium]

Not everyone deserves a son like Joe, but EVERYONE deserves a father like Enzo! The epitome of dedication!

[@BR4D2THEBONE]

I feel like you can't have a joe with out a Enzo

[@proxy.1909]

@@BR4D2THEBONE mike tyson tho?

[@jamesambrose8980]

Absolutely 👏👏

[@mattkinsella9856]

I got the Wish version of Enzo for my Dad, unfortunately 😅😂

[@xavierharding8938]

@@proxy.1909 Even Mike had a Cus D'Amato who believed in him.

[@ephraimmaruma5452]

This is a beautiful father and son story! It's like music. R.I.P. Enzo. Thank you!

[@jkbdk6723]

As a dane, and a huge Mikkel Kessler fan, that fight between those 2 was a sight to behold. Those 2 where such great ambassador for boxing. Huge respect to Joe Calzaghe

[@frankdinero606]

Kessler was the only (arguably) A-level fighter in his prime that Calzaghe defeated!

[@NewtoBoxing]

@@frankdinero606what about Hopkins?

[@MARTIN-bd7gm]

@@frankdinero606 Dont be stupid , no doubt your a Jones Jnr fan lolz .

[@FinleyESB]

​@@NewtoBoxingdon't expect a reply he's too busy gargling shit so he can spew it at his next victim

[@MrBadintentionss]

@@NewtoBoxing when jones and hopkins were in their prime, calzaghe had a 'fear of flying'. when they lost their titles, were past their primes, and lost their aura of invincibility, he miraculously overcame it.

[@chadborklund2171]

Almost embarrassed that I have never even heard of him either. Absolutely fantastic fighter, what a story. In all these great highlights, never saw this man take one cheap shot, or show anything but class and sportsmanship. Joe shows what talent and discipline can accomplish. Nothing but respect for this great champion.

[@stricknine8623]

If he was Black, he would be a household name and it would be hard to find someone that didn't know exact who he was. You know this is true.

[@Thomas-fk3cw]

​@@stricknine8623No, in this instance, it's the fighting most of his career in the UK thing and against non US fighters. If he was black he'd be basically no bigger in the US if you only changed the color of his skin.

[@markmorris7123]

​@@stricknine8623it's not that at all..Its because hes Brittish...Americans call Europeans bums..Its why Canelo gets no respect for beating people like Ryder...Which was a great fight And yet Charlo who Americans saw as elite got absolutely dominated

[@RMD94]

​@@markmorris7123bums ? When Europeans dominate some division 😂

[@davidradovsky5354]

Hers a good documentary on him.

[@JustAllinOneResource]

It's amazing how I never heard of this fellow. He is an amazing fighter. Thank You for making this video.

[@oliverkent140]

Absolutely Amazing seeing such a skilled boxer as him, simply stunning professional boxer, on and off the mat. Guy deserves the hall of fame by a long shot

[@yangerjamir0906]

That fight against Lacy was pure boxing art. A thing of beauty.

[@liamsmith2340]

When you fight BUMS 😏

[@andrewcurtis4568]

It's a shame only twenty people saw it. Sport needs to be on terrestrial TV or nobody gives a shit.

[@user-qz5ei3fi7s]

pretty as a spring day

[@wayne3093]

@@liamsmith2340 Lacy would still rip you a new one

[@jasonwhite7677]

@@liamsmith2340how did he go 46-0 and win 6 titles in two weight divisions, with 22 title defences, if he only fought bums? I admit Jones, Hopkins and Lacey were bums, but what about the other 43?

[@rangered_64]

A full documentary of Joe Calzaghe finally! Super Joe is by far one of the GOATs of his division before retiring, Now I hope most people will appreciate how good this man was, and it was all thanks to his father Enzo.

[@jamessmythe1891]

Yet another drug cheat allowed to getaway.

[@The_Reality_Filter]

@@jamessmythe1891wat?

[@jamessmythe1891]

@@The_Reality_Filter Yep, he was a drug cheat, he may have fooled you but is not gonna fool me, important signals are that he absorbed many knockout shots without hitting the floor, looked fresh even after putting in non-stop hard work found after round, it’s an impossible task for a human body. It was the banned drugs that kept him going - strong painkillers and other PEDs. To be fair, he wasn’t the only drug cheat, boxing has been and still is full of them - Nigel Benn, Lennox Lewis, Mike Tyson, wilder, Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua and many more. Sadly, drug cheating is unlikely to go away, the corruption dominates boxing mainly because of easy £millions to be made by both the boxers and the fixers.

[@luboshcamber1992]

@jamessmythe1891 Takes balls to admit your problems publicly like this. Now we hope and pray you will seek help. Stop being cheataway. Best of luck!

[@rickbrooks1974]

I never heard of him until this video. I was busy fishing in alaska not having access to tv. Its amazing to go undefeated and not even be talked about by the mainstream media. Everyone new about Tyson, Jones, the golden boy, etc.

[@Guttlegob]

He wasn't American that's why he was ignored.

[@ronaldhuss8915]

Calzaghe is one of the greatest intuitive fighters I've ever seen

[@jameslowson6979]

I was out for dinner a couple of years ago at a restaurant in London with quite a large group of people when unexpectedly in walked Joe Calzaghe, at which point everyone to a man in that restaurant stood up and gave him a massive round of applause! Long time since retiring and still so much love shown to a true boxing great!

[@cameroncopus9737]

Yes he's way more loved than the media lead you to believe

[@Burlykim13]

Awesome ❤️

[@porckchops1]

That didn’t happen and you know it!

[@jameslowson6979]

@@porckchops1you’re just jealous you weren’t there, and you know it!

[@jackwhinfield982]

I remember sparring with him before the Roy Jones fight, His dad brought me in from Sicily, I was so impressed at how down to earth he was. A champion in and out the ring

[@FearTheIndoorHorseRancher]

Lmao what u lying for. Ur not a boxer ur a tradie from North Shields.

[@DanceySteveYNWA]

How much do you get paid for sparring sessions, generally?

[@jamesdavies3776]

A memory you'll always treasure. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@jackwhinfield982]

@@DanceySteveYNWA id rather not share such detailed info but can’t put a price on sparring with one of the G.O.A.T but everything was covered by the gym

[@jackwhinfield982]

@@jamesdavies3776 to my grave

[@georgejabboury1139]

What a team! Excellent team work between father and son encouraging him for the right moves. He went out there and did it and won the fight.

[@AM-br4ix]

Proud to say I am 100 % Italian! Great Fighter!! Bravo!!👍🙏

[@craigholmes9396]

What an inspirational story. And, obviously, one of the greatest boxers of all time

[@user-oo2yy5bf6p]

nah nowhere near

[@ClickToPreview]

@@user-oo2yy5bf6p Oh, well enlighten us, person with a completely random youtube user name!

[@bruceleewright886]

He beat the best when they were way past their best. Good boxer but won't get the be recognised as the best because he didn't beat the best in their prime. Unlike Lewis or Mayweather, or even Tyson.

[@ItsRainingBlood]

That doesn't take away what he acheived joe was one of the best boxers ever to lace up the gloves

[@parkerbohnn]

Joe was a bum.

[@madlfcdc5890]

Immaculate career. Immaculate reputation. He is a perfect example of how a fighter should behave. He was confident but never arrogant. He respected his opponents inside and outside the ring. He was faithful to his fans and hometown. One of the greatest Welsh sportsmen in history.

[@jeffreycurtis9075]

Worked in Brisbane, Australia with 2 lads from Joe's hometown. Proud as punch, both of them, that they both had had interactions with him and praised the man gleefully.

[@thekingiscoming7]

Had he met Tyson, in those days, he would have been finished

[@chrisk6703]

@@thekingiscoming7 There are weight classes for a reason. You can't take anything away from Calzaghe for not fighting someone from another weight class

[@hair4alluk]

@@chrisk6703 Joe Calzaghe, (born March 23, 1972, London, England) Best Welsh Boxer ever :-)

[@dtchmn77]

Are you blind, never arrogant, how about all the showboating, he acted like all black fighters. The old adage, make it look like you've been there before, doesn't fit him.

[@pussycatsable]

One of the greatest without doubt Most underrated boxer of all time with hand speed and chin second to none ...

[@TomAtkinson-gq2wx]

Struth folks I am very happy glad for you to allow me to see this coz down under I had not heard of him. Cheers

[@CheeseFantastico]

His timing and stamina were vastly underrated, as was his chin. Would have been even better if his hands didn't fail him - he had great power early.

[@mymodel6]

I actually think it was a blessing in disguise, having to dial back the power only enhanced his best attribute, speed. The sheer amount of punches he landed was just as effective at winning fights, he literally dazzled and dazed every opponent and left them feeling there was nothing they could do to escape them..

[@tacticalchunder1207]

His gas tank was absolutely insane, easily top 3 of all time in that department.

[@MW-op9wx]

I thought everybody knew who Joe Calzaghe was back in the day. How is he underrated? Dude had insane stamina and was a master of reach and distance.

[@tweetalig]

Boxing fans, we knew and know who he is.

[@Animemomentsbatmensigma77]

He doesn’t get no credit he should atleast be top 10 greatest

[@eclisis5080]

@@Animemomentsbatmensigma77 lmao he beat 45 year old hopkins and the corpse of Roy Johnson who was already but in a body bag by Tarver and Glen Johnson, two guys he never fought lmao

[@The_Reality_Filter]

@@eclisis5080what about the Lacy fight? You remember how hyped Lacy was at the time right? He was known as the mini Mike Tyson regarded as unbeatable you remember that hype right?

[@6400az]

Um, he's ok.

[@romanmuzyka2723]

One of the most heartwarming boxing stories ever. Keeps me up when I’m feeling down. Massive respect to Joe, the true legend of the sweet science!

[@robreilly1708]

As a person from the uk we know full well that JOE is the GOAT 😊

[@jacklangley861]

He beat the best of the best and dominated them all. Retired undefeated. Not even a draw. I miss watching him fight! CONGRATULATIONS JOE! 🙏

[@jasonrockley3724]

LOL. He spent his prime years beating Lonsdale level mandatory competition. Nobody was interested in his WBO but he still expected the greats to come to him

[@CarstenTonnies]

Mate show respect when it's due, he was always rated top 5 for a reason

[@thefactisfactis]

He the best only once they became geriatrics.

[@davemartino5997]

@@thefactisfactisthat’s bullshit . Some of the fighters were 7-8 years younger wtf see you talking about? Gtfoh

[@Wildernessoutside]

British boxing back then had some real animals in the ring ,Richie Woodall was a killer and got a boxing lesson off Joe

[@markmorgan6214]

I fought out of Newbridge between 94-99 as an amateur and was trained by Enzo and Brian. Trained alongside Joe 4 times a week. Good times and memories…

[@tokouatonga7914]

That’s cool 😎

[@jenkemjones68]

That must have been something to see.Calzaghe was the greatest southpaw.He'd double right jab,side step right then right hook.JOE was the first Matrix.Not Loma.

[@markmorgan6214]

@@jenkemjones68 It was quite surreal. We could all see he was several leagues above everyone else but wider recognition wasn’t really there. He won his world title against Eubank during my time there and his power was devastating… something he had to tone down as he kept breaking his hands…

[@kurman4749]

I'm Welsh and immensely proud of the boxing exploits of Joe Calzaghe. He is undoubtedly one of the greatest boxers ever to don a pair of boxing gloves.

[@jordancompton2425]

Most accurate video description in all of KZbin! Calzaghe is one of the goats! Awsome video!

[@agileminded7949]

What a f***in legend. It's impossible to sufficiently give this guy the every bit of credit he absolutely undeniably deserves. Admittedly my attention was elsewhere during most of his amazing career, but I rewatch him as eagerly as I rewatch Mike Tyson. His dad Enzo brought a unique approach to boxing coaching and deserves just as much credit, you just have to love the Calzaghe's story. British boxing badly needs another Joe, but probably don't deserve one because of the overall ignorance placed on Joe Calzaghe the best Welsh ( British ) boxer of all time, a very humble man and a real champion 🥊🥊🥊

[@nassiglutt6587]

One of if not the best father son combo in boxing ever. 0 loss prolly makes them no 1

[@TBE99]

Fought nothing but bums and senior citizens

[@magnuspayne1574]

Bro shut up u even know that's not true 💀

[@agileminded7949]

@@TBE99 that's AJ mate, a proper fraud

[@richardramirez2557]

The biggest issue in Calzaghe's career was Frank Warren. Calzaghe spent a decade being hidden at home fighting a string of no name opponents. He was the worst example of the 90s stay at home title holder Brits who lived off Sky money and were protected from actual challenge. It's very difficult to gauge how good Calzaghe actually was. His hand issues were also a massive factor, this video shows the great difference in his punching style. I never was and am still not a fan I'm afraid.

[@Ryan-td3td]

I was always a fan of Calzaghe, but I didn't know the full story of his dad and how he became his trainer. Such a great story. In addition to Joe's boxing skill, the writing of this vid was also top notch.

[@johnfredericks5177]

Im seeing this man for the 1st time. Inside and outside the ring people wanna see what makes him so polarizing. To have passion like he has for his livelyhood is over the top and reading about his post boxing cocaine use is very normal when the cheering stops and your isolated the mind will wander and if your offered a substance at a party and like that feeling its all bets are off and now you got an opponent ( cocaine) whos undefeated as it knocks out every opponent after awhile.

[@antonoat]

What a class act Joe was, probably still is! Big respect 😀👏👍

[@trevorberridge6079]

Joe Calzaghe was an absolute phenomenon. Undefeated and not just because he fought also rans like others did. The more you hurt him the stonger he got. He was like a real life Rocky (when Rocky was winning). Seemingly endless stamina and a chin that could take anything you threw at it. Nothing is more frustrating for a boxer used to knocking people down and out than to see someone getting back up and continuing to walk through their best efforts. They soon run out of ideas how to stop someone like that. Even the great Bruce Lee said he didn't like fighting that kind of guy. You'd almost have to kill them to stop them. Joe never died and he never lost. One of the best records in boxing ever. I'm amazed he doesn't get the credit he deserves sometimes.

[@mathieufredette3157]

He simply hasn't beat enough quality opponents.

[@honeybadger5718]

He's a rare example of not being strayed by financial gain. He's an example of keeping things in house and not broadcasting it to the world. He's a rare example of a boy, Man that listened to his farther. The great Enzo RIP . I think if you are teaching young boxers you have to include joe and Enzo to their diet as it's a boxing diet that works

[@horaceball5418]

Steroids can do that.

[@robertpegg7251]

Thats right all his 46 wins were just Americans @@mathieufredette3157

[@StretfordEnder145]

If he was a yank he would be another may weather or Ali. Joe Calzaghe was a unbelievable boxer fighter and incredible undefeated UNDISPUTED CHAMPION OF THE WORLD BABY ❤

[@nschevy520]

To not be aware of this man as a fighter leaves me almost ashamed what an impressive career in and out of the ring with class

[@jasonmoody4219]

You didn't miss much

[@gordonsharkey8303]

Fair play to you brother and I hope it inspires you into looking into more boxing and learning about other hidden gems out there because there is a treasure trove of great fights

[@salimajahimha]

@@jasonmoody4219what? Clearly know nothing about boxing. Hall of famer, 46 fights undefeated, 2 weight world champion, beat Kessler, Hopkins, Jones Jr and Eubank. Deluded pal

[@TheRetroManRandySavage]

@@jasonmoody4219 nonsensical comment.

[@maleksoualili1979]

Wot an humble and fabulous warrior !!! Respect and admiration. Malek

[@KayKay-vc2ii]

Used to love to watching him, he is 1 of the best ever.

[@DexFlett]

Joe was one of the finest boxers this little island has ever produced! The boy wasn't brash, wasn't loud, wasn't a showoff, just went about his career with no fuss. I followed him from start to finish. Of course, I had the advantage of knowing some people on the inside who would give me the occasional nudge, and a word. A phenomenal boxer, and I would never dream of betting against him, because I knew he was a winner. A legend in the minds of too few boxing fans, and an absolute gentleman.

[@SuperUAP]

Legend. The true GOATSE of most times.

[@freespeech-advocate]

real boxing fans know how top level joe was.

[@jamesambrose8980]

When he beat EUBANK Joe cemented his place in boxing history. Never ducked anyone

[@NiSiochainGanSaoirse]

it's an absolute disgrace how many Americans and non Brits slate Joe for his weak hands. He still beat many world champions with those glass hands, and remains the finest SMW ever

[@freespeech-advocate]

its lucky for his opponents hos hands wer fecked🤣🤣🤣

[@billielachatte4841]

Probably the loveliest boxing story between father and son. Thanks, VoteSport for this one! ❤

[@simonroberts33]

I`m fortunate to have The Calzaghe Story on DVD. 21 world title fights including Bernard Hopkins and Roy Jones Jr. He was an fantastic fighter with amazing stamina. I`ve never seen another boxer throw so many punches in a fight. Brilliant!

[@deanbutton9600]

How old was Roy Jones’s jr when they fort

[@robocop3961]

@@deanbutton9600how old was Joe?

[@legendarycheekymonkey]

I was a big fan of Eubank back in the day and that was where I first saw and started following Calzaghe. He was one of a kind and had he been a heavyweight he would be known the world over. He might not be a household name in the US but he's pretty well known over in the UK. Considering he spent most of his career with one hand he dominated pretty much everyone. When he got caught it just made him even better. A true legend and a warrior. As Joe once said, not bad for an old slapper!

[@klayvonisme]

Excellent documentary of an incredible boxer. Raised, coached, and loved by a true sacrificial hero of a father! What an inspiring story!

[@davewilson9738]

I know that America wasn't interested in his weight class at the time, but this boxer was and will always be a bloody legend; one of the greatest all-round fighters to ever get into the ring.

[@stevebrothers9470]

Great boxer. As good as it gets.

[@kylejones8891]

Calzaghe is the Khabib of boxing. Trained by his father, retired undefeated and extremely humble for how dominant they both were. Just a shame Joe didn't get enough recognition for his achievements, hopefully his legacy does.

[@junluc5464]

Bwahaha

[@petertyson4036]

Just an amazing man .Respect Joe from 🇨🇦👍🇨🇦👍🇨🇦👍

[@lkjhgfdsa297]

Respect to Joe, a true warrior - from Durango Mexico 🇲🇽

[@joshuakausmann5504]

Respect to Mexico and the dozens of amazing fighters that the nation has created. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🫱🏻‍🫲🏼🇲🇽

[@27neverlose]

The best part of Joe's story, is his relationship with his Dad. I couldn't imagine working through out all those year's, in highly stressful title fights with your father telling you what your doing wrong.

[@paulwigfield3233]

His dad was definitely the heart of the relationship, he gave up at lot to help his son realise his dreams. Loved the both of them.

[@tones7mca]

An absolute joy to watch, thank you.

[@Darran-gz4gz]

Every boxer's worst nightmare. Fast, clever and hard to hit. You could be fooled into thinking he doesn't hit that hard but when you get constantly pummelled from the opening round to the end of the fight, those punches take their toll on any opponent. His stamina was simply not human. Roy Jones Junior just couldn't do anything except stand there and take punch after punch after punch. It's a testament to Roy's greatness as a fighter to take all that punishment. The fact that he had his father Enzo, one of the greatest coaches in boxing, in his corner, was key to his success.

[@Bill51505]

To have a dad like Joe had was such a gift. To give up his dream to help his son become a champion is the epitome of selfless. What a great show of love!!! RIP to a great man.

[@rex-pl7ub]

Joe had a chin that most boxers wish they had. Combo of speed and level changes, even after seeing the fights over and over, always so much fun to watch!

[@justinngariki]

What a beautiful, classic boxer. This video was a treat. Not only to watch Joe go but to see so many greats I haven't thought about for a long time. Awesome, thanks.

[@billysosa3587]

Never heard of this man.. After watching this documentary I'm a fan now. He fought to the end of every fight. Definition of a true Warrior.. He definitely deserves more recognition💯💯💯

[@markholroyde9412]

You probably weren't born 🤣...you missed all the best decades.

[@ronaldbarba6416]

He stop

[@boogieeck]

He had a phenomenal engine. His only weakness was that he hated flying and was very reluctant to go to the States to promote himself. Lb4lb the best fighter the Uk has produced

[@alphainu]

@@boogieeckbecause was Italian blood, like Marciano. Often fought with Italian colors. He started boxing because he was bullied for being a the son of Italian immigrants.

[@ratdad48]

Never heard of him? Wow! You must have just started watching boxing or you just watch the most boring of all weight classes. The heavyweights.

[@eastcoastwilly1373]

Wow what a legend...deserves more respect than most of the household names in sports.

[@user-gs3zg1du7v]

One word....BEAUTIFUL!!

[@jjstratford]

So bittersweet to hear him talk about counting down the rounds in the RJJ fight. I think we can ALL relate, whether fighters or not. Everything has an expiration date, and when you KNOW when that is, it can be a blessing AND a curse.

[@joachimcoonan6255]

An excellent documentary, so well made and entertaining. Joe is among my all time favourite Boxers. Straight Legend. Max respect, Joe Calzaghe!!🥊🍀🙏😎🤙

[@mymodel6]

I think the one thing Joe had over every other fighter, was that he was just more present in the moment than anyone else. He was more alert, more focused, smarter and less flustered than any of his opponents, he listened to his corner, but also improvised better than anyone else. He could read the fight like the rest of the world was slowed down, this was his ultimate advantage, and why i don't think anyone would've ever beaten him...

[@starkid9736]

a greased lightning and pinpoint acc

[@TOP10RANKlNGS]

Plenty of people would've beaten him

[@mymodel6]

@@TOP10RANKlNGS In your opinion, you literally have nothing to base that on though...

[@robertwilson3866]

People always miss though - he had an iron chin. He took some big risks and absorbed some huge shots. No way would he have been the same fighter with an average chin

[@robertpegg7251]

No American fighter ever did !@@TOP10RANKlNGS

[@kelvinnoden3057]

Without doubt the greatest British boxer of all time, Joe had the fighting heart of a lion and a chin made of granite ❤

[@david-pb4bi]

The test of time will class Joe Calzaghe as one of the all time legends. To quote Bob Dylan “ when you have forgotten all the rest you will remember Joe.”

[@shoreshotcouk]

Had the privilege of being ring side security for a few of his and Hattons fights, always a great atmosphere and real nice guys 💪

[@keithjames3024]

One of my favorite boxers of my lifetime. I didnt know his amazing father passed away. So much love for his son. RIP Enzo.

[@WaveBoogieYT]

his conditioning was other worldly .... a true Juggernaut of the sport. From technical ability, resilience , and boxing form.... Joe will forever be one of the greatest to ever set foot in the ring

[@williammorton3359]

Marciano would have killed this little boy

[@giorgiociaravolol1998]

For me, is the pace. I've never seen a man that is a machinegun like this guy. Super Lead hand too

[@WaveBoogieYT]

@@giorgiociaravolol1998 absolutely 💯

[@thegreasersoutdoors1572]

This was a fantastic watch. Great boxer and a great man as well. Thanks.

[@thejamesbondshow9754]

Brilliant documentary. Thank you so much for making this. I loved it and its i spired me!!

[@OBWanKenobi]

The best pound for pound fighter ever imo, I remember him damaging his hand in one fight and winning with just one hand a world title defence I think, legend

[@samkay-od5jc]

lmao, he dodged fighters in there prime

[@thomasreed49]

@@samkay-od5jc He was obviously a good boxer but you’re ride he dodged fighters in their prime. The public Will not allow you to be recognised as an all-time great if you have not beaten truly great fighters in their prime it’s a simple as that. Also he thought a lot of nobodies they were not throwing punches at him but it’s easy to throw punches their punchbag that’s all they were. A good many of his punches were slaps. Plus he wasn’t likable had an awful personality which doesn’t help his cause to be recognised as an all-time great.

[@thomasreed49]

Still out I’ve just watched it all and it’s true he didn’t meet one great boxer he wouldn’t have beat Chris Eubank in his prime by that time Chris was a shot fighter. As I said before he was good but thegreats are on another level. And in slow motion the amount of slaps he was delivering.

[@OBWanKenobi]

@@thomasreed49 lol he beat Eubanks senior easily

[@kennyjones-kj8691]

@@thomasreed49 You have no idea what ur talkin about, best chin of his era, best stamina of any fighter by a country mile, amazing punch output and hand speed and boxing IQ...tell me genius how does he get beat? answer = he doesn't.