Micky Ward Interview with Teddy Atlas | THE FIGHT with Teddy Atlas

Teddy Atlas and co-host Ken Rideout sit down with Micky Ward for a discussion on Micky's career, his battles and friendship with Arturo Gatti, where he gets his toughness, and more.
Episode was recorded at the International Boxing Hall of Fame on June 8, 2019.
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[@reyreyes7285]

Mickey is a hall a famer. What he did in the ring will be remembered forever.🇨🇮🥊🏆

[@wyattrussell7496]

RIP Arturo Gatti

[@andrewparry1008]

Absolutely one of the great warriors of the ring

[@darrenrobison9752]

❤❤ gatti 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@tomarifernandez3329]

If you ask me mickey and most real boxing fans would say he deserves to be in the hall of fame

[@ironmikehallowween]

Tomari Fernandez you are right my friend. What a special fighter.

[@daveyboy_]

Mehh , club fighter

[@zeemzee7476]

@@daveyboy_ really? You fkn div.

[@bonzorosco]

Tomari Fernandez - I've never checked, I just automatically assumed he was, didn't occur to me for a second that he wouldn't be. A ridiculous wrong that should be righted asap in my opinion!

[@marcusmccurley7686]

Tomari Fernandez I was at the National Boxing Hall of Fame in LA 2 months ago, and I had this exact conversation at dinner with 3 different IBHOF (The real HOF in NY) Voters. And every single one of them said they would never vote for Micky Ward. I pleaded my case like crazy, all 3 of them said they voted no on Arturo Gatti as well. They said Ward vs Gatti deserves its own place in HOF. But neither was a IBHOF caliber fighter. Gatti got in, but I don’t see Ward ever getting in. He was too much a journeyman. Although, I will continue to campaign for Micky Ward. He’s my hero and an inspiration to my life.

[@alexrios2112]

Just to hear the great Emanuel Steward scream "oh my gawwwd," during Gatti vs Ward 1, always gives me major goosebumps. Pure class, pure heart, pure Ward.

[@jacktenrec8929]

LOOK at that combination!

[@tikemyson8839]

@@jacktenrec8929 Toney Vs jirov "Left to the body, oooohhhhhh he's done" Emmanuel one of the best boxing coaches p4p

[@jacktenrec8929]

@@tikemyson8839 I miss the guy, even tough i never met him lol

[@Chief2Moon]

Jack Tenrec I'll agree Stewart was apparently a great trainer, but I once met Emmanuel Stewart, Tommy Hearns&Hilmer Kinty at Detroit airport on the way for a Hearns/Archibald fight in England. Stewart made it clear he thought I was a pest, while Tommy&Hilmer were friendly as could be, shaking my hand,patting me on the back,laughing at my wisecracks&telling Emmanuel to "cool off" while they chatted with me. But Stewart mainly gave me impatient looks& was obviously fed up with dealing with fans. This was my only experience with these guys.

[@thetoecurler6852]

He said round 9 was the round of the century

[@steviethomas1988]

“I’d rather take a beating than quit” .... As teddy has said in the past “a fight is only a fight when there is resistance when there is something to overcome “ then you will know who the warriors are ...

[@TheBobes]

Mickey Ward gave the sport of boxing all that he had. And he will be forever remembered for it as the very definition of a fighter. He never gave up. His wars with Arturo Gatti (RIP) - who himself was a man of iron will - were epic.

[@clouter8103]

Just woke up (Glasgow time), took the day off work and now this surprise lands. Yas!

[@louduva9849]

A work-shy Scot? Never!

[@clouter8103]

@@louduva9849 Haha. Thanks Lou, had a good chuckle to myself there. Good man, all the best.

[@ORIGINOLINDIVIDUAL]

Are you eating haggis & drinking iron brew ?

[@edwardmccandlish572]

I love Scotland but rhats one dreary city !

[@CHRISTOPHER011]

Micky Ward v Arturo Gatti trilogy are among my first memory's of boxing they were all out war's and both fighter's were stand up guy's who respected each other which was amazing to see it was so sad the day i found out Gatti had passed he was and still is 1 of my favourite fighters

[@Chief2Moon]

WeeManCelticFan Those 3 fights belong on everyone's "best ever" list....at least they're sure on mine!

[@loveboxinglucky1716]

Same here brother!!

[@davestuddaman8127]

Still remember in 2002, my buddy and I were watching hbo and this fight was announced. I had my buddy roll two blunts and I said “sit back, we’re gonna fkn see something amazing” Ocean Beach, CA 2002

[@billysweeney9994]

What an absolutely amazing interview and an amazing man! Hearing Ward emotionally talk about how touched he was by Arturo asking him "You okay Mick?" In Hospital together after their 3rd fight, brought me to tears. Amazingly impactful! Can't wait for more of these interviews, absolutely beautiful!

[@johndamenillusionist4342]

Micky Ward...a true living legend of the sport. That will never be in dispute.

[@killabee3045]

The Ward v Gatti trilogy was the best fights of combat sports history, nothing comes close. Even the commentary was legendary.

[@Matt-zp1jn]

Plus it went for the FULL 10 Rounds, which many other epic fights like hearns/hagler did not despite being great fights too. Having the will, determination, heart to throw bombs and punches with bad intentions for all 10 rounds is superhuman. Theowing as hard in rounds 9&10, as they did in rounds 3&5 etc. Epic war by two great Warriors with a capital “W”. 👍👍 🥊🥊

[@Themozartthug]

Every time i watch the ward gatti trilogy...... I get emotional at the end, i feel this great sense of humbleness, and this huge overwhelming sense that i owe these 2 fighters my up most respect....... Those 3 fights are special..... It shows the world that fighters have heart and respect and humbleness....... I thank you gatti and ward for what u tought us that night......if u ever read this ward thankyou..... And gatti......rip, thank you

[@djkillstreak33]

I feel the same way when i watch back ali vs frazier 1-3 man especially the 3rd like watching the punishment those men delivered was something so crazy and breath taking and to keep going. Some real warrior spirit right there

[@stevetrivago]

How can you not Love Micky Ward.. What a tough dude… R.I.P. Arturo 💪🏼🥊

[@PrivateMinus90FTW]

"Hey Mick you ok?" Jesus. After putting each other through a minor crash...30 rounds! To then ask "are you alright"...class. Gatti and Ward were sporting soul mates

[@coolstorybro8414]

Teddy is the amazing so much passion and knowledge and is very wise

[@bluehill2895]

I just admire the man.....LEGEND

[@jimblomqvist3055]

The guy won ”fight of the year” three years in a row... enough said! Great interview!❤️🥊

[@thomashornsby3108]

And was nominated 4 times in 5 years

[@TKilla-gz7oo]

Im from Lowell where Mickey Ward is from..The Pride of Lowell, Ma Irish Mickey Ward...Thanks Teddy I been hoping U got Micky on the Podcast..LEGEND

[@zonasound]

Mickey Ward never quit, a True Warrior. None of this quitting on the stool shenanigans, plus Ward can actually speak after taking a lot of shots. In recent years we have seen so many fighters quit without being very hurt. We need more Mickey Wards in the fight game. Great Show guys.

[@OldSchoolParatrooper]

The advantage of fighting in lower weight classes. You can take shots with less lasting damage

[@nickychops6729]

This is so much more than just “boxing” talk . This is life! I am not half the man Mickey Ward is but I promise myself after listening to this I will not quit anymore ! Not ever again !For once in my life I want to look in the mirror and be proud and say I left It all on the table. Thank you guys so much for all the inspirational story’s and the hard truth that we sometimes avoid. 💯

[@ih2022]

What a great film the Fighter was. I’m not gonna lie as a little kid in the 90s I hardly knew Ward. However watching his fights back what a fighter he was and how legendary these moments were. Take a bow.

[@Mogh]

Great stories and conversation. Micky's toughness and heart is legendary.

[@juniorjay1969]

I am 50 years old and have watched boxing live and on TV hundreds of not over a thousand fights. Ward vs Gatti 1 was the best fight I have ever watched and it's not even close! Mad props to the both of them!!!

[@neilsimpson9963]

Barrera vs morales 1 was up there

[@joeblough261]

@@neilsimpson9963 Castillo vs. Corrales I. Marquez vs. Vasquez. But Gatti-Ward right on par. Incredible shit.

[@supermushishi]

I love Teddy and Ken's work with this podcast but they clearly didn't know what to do when Mickey Ward said he was a victim of child abuse. I love boxing but that was the most significant thing said during this hour as it explains one of the most recognizable traits in Ward and other boxers, the ability to push through unimaginable hardship and pain, a glimpse into the mind of a fighter. Sugar Ray Leanard also had this in common and talked about it openly multiple times, wish they would've explored the subject a little more as Ward clearly didn't have a problem adressing it. It's something than can haunt a person for life, such a brave dude for talking about it. Wish him all the best.

[@fullshark09]

"I'm looking at him like "yeah, C'mon, get up!" but in reality I'm thinking "please, don't get up" Hahahahaha

[@jamienaquin3918]

Mickey Ward is the epitome of a warrior. Great fighter and a class act. Thank you, Mickey for all those epic battles. Thank you, Teddy and Ken for a great interview. I'll never forget watching Teddy call the Ward/Augustus fight on ESPN. You're love for boxing and the fighters shine thru. You're the best, I hope we get to hear you call fights again. I also remember referee Steve Smolger hugging and kissing both fighters after. RIP Gatti

[@alexroyster182]

What a perfect way to start of my returning to work after a two week vacation. Thank you so much for having the great Mickey Ward on. Made my day and week from this. I'll never forget that Augustus vs Ward fight on ESPN. My father and I were glued to the TV with that.

[@benguin7]

wow. another home run interview. This is something special you guys are doing. Appreciate it.

[@brien1301]

Absolute legend, and this is exactly who he is outside the spotlight, too. Great guy, incredible fighter, immeasurable heart.

[@deadarmd]

I broke my finger trying to smash the like button.

[@readyandwaitingwithasupris3693]

Amazingly some freak did that to Micky and it made him stronger. Who knew.

[@mikenelson8409]

Ha ha ha....love it!

[@TexanUSMC8089]

Ward was the ultimate blue-collar fighter. He was always the underdog. He was always humble. I think he had 4 matches picked as the fight of the year. He wasn't a showboat or a big thing for the media. But...how many boxers have had a movie made about them. Mickie Ward is one of the greats in my opinion.

[@slambert6708]

What a tremendous interview by Teddy. He "gets" what Micky was as a fighter and is as a man and brought that out of Micky with his questions and memories of watching him in action. Was lucky enough to meet and talk with Micky last year when he visited Newcastle and got a pair of his boxing shorts on my wall. He was as genuine a man as he comes across in the interview. A gentleman warrior who is humble enough to treat everyone with respect. A true great. RIP Arturo, Mickey's spirit twin 💪👍🥊

[@whinda4702]

Teddy Atlas is one of my hero’s as well as Mickey Ward. No one can tell a story or knows boxing like teddy. He has the ability to bring up all kinds of things that make fighters or anyone else he speaks to think.

[@44mory]

"Bahdy Bahdy Head" Mickey Ward is a beast, thank you for your contribution, always a class act!

[@rosendimitrov2498]

Micky Ward is an inspiration.

[@frankforbesfittobefit2384]

💥MICKY He deserves to be in the 💥 💥HALL OF FAME 💥

[@ironmikehallowween]

It’s guys like this, all around this table, that make me love boxing. I hope it comes back someday, and this is why.

[@glynburchell6716]

Has to be the nicest Boxer of all time and my favourite what a gentleman

[@nydabeats]

The Pride of Lowell!

[@Brian_Brayden]

Another great episode. Terrific show and an awesome guest! Always Good to see Mickey. RIP Arturo Gatti! They provided us with one of the greatest fights of all time!!!

[@strooomon]

An incredible interview. Who can ever forget the referee at the Ward/Burton fight hugging both fighters post fight. Teddy is always right, but in this instance, I think there were 2 "fighters". Either way, chilling.

[@gabbyjay68]

met both micky ward and teddy atlas at this years boxing hall of fame induction weekend 2019 both classy men real down to earth good guys , travelled a long way from new zealand for the event with my wife and was a fantastic time , teddy gave ALOT of time for the fans with autographs and photos and was friendly throughout and micky ward what a cool guy great when you meet a hero and they live up to your expectations mwhat a warrior he was more heart than any man who ever stepped into that ring.

[@jeffsie88]

Greatness in boxing, in my opinion, should not be judged on records or titles, it should be judged on performance, the level of competition, and toughness. Micky Ward is defined by all of these. He is a throwback to Lamotta, and Chuvalo and should be in the Hall of Fame. Great interview.

[@robertnolan502]

What a pleasure, great guest & interview & Teddy's last comments sent shivers up my spine

[@fanfriendlyful]

ward was a special fighter ...he did it in a exciting style ...a battler

[@AnonymousPerson488]

I love the respect between these two guys.

[@Thomas-ne6xg]

Thanks for the great content teddy and ken! The guests you bring on are amazing can’t wait for what’s to come

[@justinevans182]

This invaluable knowledge here needs at LEAST a million views

[@joej2435]

I hired a nit wit to cut the bushes in front of my house the day of Gatti - Ward 1 and the dumb f cut the tv cable wire coming into my house.so I never got to see the fight in real time. But you know what, even though I know the outcome it still gives me goose bumps watching it now years later. I can't imagine how good It must have been live.

[@EscoNL]

Big thanks to Frank Cappuccino for letting them fight. Great quote by Micky at around 38 mins in.

[@paultaylor5716]

Best boxing show around!

[@Kal-El207]

This is incredible. I love boxing it’s my first love and I’m a boxing coach. I’m from New England myself right next door to Lowell. This was an outstanding interview. So reflective and just an all around great time. Love Ted. Love Mick. This was great. 🥊

[@justinmyho5235]

Ken - these podcasts are terrific. Thank you. and many thanks also for staying on top of the volume issue! (16:39)

[@cspychala76]

Another amazing interview guys. Thanks for the great content. I can listen to Teddy talk all day.

[@survivingsobriety2562]

You guys never disappoint!! Love every episode thanks again for a great guest the great Irish Micky Ward!

[@Jessica-cw1dn]

Mickey Ward is awesome!! True warrior with cajones!!

[@livingshadows6731]

Arturo Gatti was murdered!!! RIP

[@claytonjohn6473]

Micky Ward was a great example of if your gonna do something, go all in!

[@BrianNassar]

Great fighter but more important great character and human being

[@user-gl5kx5hj1h]

@Brian Nasser The truth nothing but 👌

[@unitedstatesofavalon6760]

Teddy's final comments. Gave me goosebumps.. Thank you guys. You've made this lockdown so much more bareable. Stay safe x

[@DJEDzTV]

This man is a legend...reminder what heros look like.

[@erp284]

Great interview with a boxing legend "Irish" Mickey Ward! Love it

[@imnotavingthat6813]

Unbelievable boxing match Always loved gatti, rip and badly missed. Had the greatest dance partner in Mickey. Superb theatre and intestinal fortitude shown by both..

[@carlosvillegasjr.7729]

What an awesome interview! Thank you very much for sharing. Wishing Mickey all the best!! ⭐️😊👍🥊

[@deanthiessen7306]

Talking about the Moorer Foreman fight I remember Teddy yelling at Micheal "LISTEN TO ME MICHEAL HES SETTING YOU UP FOR A STRAIGHT RIGHT HAND ,HES SMART MICHEAL HES MANEUEVRING YOU INTO THAT RIGHT HAND!Remeber watching all Mickeys fight in the 80s and 90s on TV ,always exciting and humble ...love ya Mickey thanks Ken and Teddy for that special treat!

[@jonnyaardvark547]

Guys that was absolutely brilliant just brilliant :)) Keep up the great work. Thanks Teddy, Mickey & Ken

[@kenmilley5085]

This was TERRIFIC! So well organized so that all 3 participants were able to input timely and sincere commentary. Everything I thought I knew about Mickey was on display. Humble, thankful, and totally genuine! Great job guys! Thanks

[@ricpar61711]

Awesome interview! Nobody can interview Mickey Ward, one of my favorite fighters, and a true warrior of the ring better than the Great Teddy Atlas.. The 9th rd of Mickey Ward & Arturo Gatti is the greatest, and most exciting round I have ever watched...

[@jacno2177]

Mickey Ward...what a guy,what a boxer,what a character THE REAL WORLD CHAMPION

[@karanbrar2058]

My god this was an amazing one. Keep up the amazing work ken and teddy.

[@amcyou1]

Great, great show. Lucky enough to have known Mickey from his amateur days thru the Gatti trilogy, he is, as Teddy aptly puts it, the epitome of a fighter.

[@TYGR3T]

Thank you for this gift of a podcast.

[@jeffjohnson2958]

Just imagine if you bought a ticket. Stop it Frank. You can stop it at any time.

[@loveboxinglucky1716]

Goosebumps its amazing

[@Angelo-nv8eo]

Here comes GATTI BACK!

[@jeffjohnson2958]

@@Angelo-nv8eo Vicious body shots by Gatti!!! Ward nods as if to say come on, come on!! Come on let's fight!!!

[@jeffjohnson2958]

@@loveboxinglucky1716 Round 9, greatest round of all time!!

[@Angelo-nv8eo]

@@jeffjohnson2958 oh look at that, look at that combination! Ohhh! Swear that was probably Steward's best broadcasting night ever, or at least that I heard from him

[@chelsesterling8264]

Mickey Ward fought wars in the ring. Great human being. Wish he could still fight.

[@josephmirando1263]

Wow, that was as good as it gets right there. 2 truly great boxing guys speaking the truth. Pearls of wisdom. If you wanna learn about boxing or life listen to this again and send it to all your friends.

[@8wireracing694]

The greatest program ever, listening to this gives me the inspiration and courage to overcome my own personal fight in life, thanks for doing this channel.

[@portodeliberte2]

Thanks for bringing this era of boxing back to life!

[@steventreloar2069]

Brilliant interview. Watched with a smile on my face the whole time. Wholesome, inspiring and just good guys all round. Appreciate you all

[@bluepvp900]

Wow, very special conversation. Many thanks to all three of you, it seems like a gift that you're sharing with us here.

[@gavrob1802]

Great podcast! Ward was a top fighter in terms of effort, heart and grit! Teddy always bring knowledge and passion to the fight game. Well worth the watch.

[@joenicedj]

I have never clicked on a video so fast in my life.

[@irishbob8858]

ward vs gattie the heart showen in those fights really got me into boxing micky had a good chin cheers lads

[@user-jd9dh8xs3l]

Teddy is so poetic about boxing... Love it!

[@KernowekTim]

Micky looking real good. He'd drop a good man today. You can see that he has 'got it'. To listen to the levels of up-most respect shown by Teddy, and Ken speaks for Micky's status. A Real warrior. The Ward family in Ireland have a legacy of great fighting ability, in the ring, the square or the lanes.

[@mjhealy1978]

Micky Ward a true Massachusetts sports hero!

[@dakotahayden6937]

Micky and Teddy. Doesn't get any better than this. Both are truly a class act and a legend.

[@loveboxinglucky1716]

This Is great you are all 3 awesome individuals if you ask me !!Big shoutout

[@paulsotack9512]

Mickey ward My favorite prizefighter of all time.

[@GayleFalkenthal]

I listened to this on a treadmill and I hear Micky and Teddy telling me “You’re not gonna die!” Boy did I hit it hard, haha! Thanks guys for a fun and heart warming interview. One of your best.

[@kevob]

Love this show, I wish you all the success (from the UK)

[@willbone74]

Wow you guys almost brought tears in my eyes again what an awesome interview I give thanks to Ken Teddy Mickey and I truly give special thanks to the late great Frank Capuchino you can't thank him enough for never stopping that fight.....Gatti vs Ward 1.... because the truth this interview probably never happens....YOUR PODCAST IS AWESOME....i would love to see James Toney my favorite fighter on here talking about the Jirov fight....just another spectacular fight that will never talked about...Thank you guys...

[@Verticalpushup]

Downloaded just before my flight. A lucky Monday!

[@ORIGINOLINDIVIDUAL]

David Jones No wifi on plane ?

[@creepycrawler2151]

This is awesome! Micky Ward the Legend, great interview :):)

[@Rick_Riff]

For years I always wondered what was going on with Mickey in the Sanchez fight... It feels awesome to quell a haunting curiosity. An unsolved mystery solved. Thanks gentleman! Illuminating....

[@jameshickey1294]

I'm lost for words? No I'm not., great interview! (shared). Big lov! I followed teddy's n mickys careers! Teddy says it like no other! Totall respect! Micky gave me strength after my life took a turn!. That never giv up attitude is truly micky. A warrior! I loved the movie but this interview has made my day,,, lov n respect to u gies from South UK england!!, micky ward is a legend! ❤️🤘. Teddys knowledge is genius!!..,.. This is awesome 👊🍻

[@alcottdevalte7440]

Brilliant, learned a ton from this interview. Always exciting to watch just like a fight.

[@danielramenaden5388]

That was an amazing interview with some brilliant people. Beautiful.

[@phillyphreak4770]

"THE FIGHT AIN'T OVER" CLASSIC WORDS IN THE BEST FIGHT I'VE EVER SAW!!!

[@italiadude1972]

This is the best interview of teddy's KZbin channel bar none

[@jmarkalbright]

Love it best interview yet! Only better one would be if Arturo Gatti was there RIP Bless you Mickey Ward best trilogy fights ever.