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Andre Ward vs Sergey Kovalev

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Andre Ward and Sergey Kovalev contested two significant light heavyweight boxing matches in November 2016 and June 2017. Their first bout ended with Ward winning by controversial unanimous decision despite Kovalev scoring a knockdown in the first round. The rematch concluded when Ward stopped Kovalev in the eighth round, with some controversy regarding the stoppage. These fights represented one of the most significant rivalries in the light heavyweight division during the 2010s, pitting the undefeated American former super middleweight champion against the Russian former unified champion.

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How many times did Andre Ward and Sergey Kovalev fight?

Andre Ward and Sergey Kovalev contested a major light heavyweight boxing rivalry consisting of exactly two matches. Their fights took place in November 2016 and June 2017. Both bouts were highly anticipated and heavily debated among boxing fans and analysts.

Why was the first Ward vs Kovalev fight controversial?

The first match in November 2016 ended in a highly controversial decision. Although Kovalev knocked Ward down early in the fight, the judges awarded a unanimous decision victory to Andre Ward. Many fans and boxing analysts scored the fight in Kovalev's favor, leading to immediate calls for a rematch.

How did the second Ward vs Kovalev fight end?

The rematch took place in June 2017 and ended with Andre Ward winning by technical knockout. Ward stopped Kovalev in the eighth round of the fight with a series of devastating body shots. This victory definitively concluded their rivalry in Ward's favor.

What titles were on the line in the Ward vs Kovalev rivalry?

Both fights were contested for the unified light heavyweight championship of the world. The titles on the line included the WBA, IBF, and WBO belts. Kovalev held all of these titles entering the first fight, which he subsequently lost to Ward.

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