Anderson Silva Reflects on His Historic UFC Run & Life After MMA | THE ART OF WARD

Andre Ward and Roy Jones Jr. go head-to-head on the ultimate boxing what-ifs... Starting with why Floyd Mayweather wouldn’t beat Sugar Ray Leonard. They break down dream matchups across generations and don’t hold back on their hottest takes. A must-watch debate between two legends who’ve seen it all.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Undefeated lightweight champion Keyshawn Davis sits down with Andre Ward for an incredibly raw and honest conversation about his journey to the top of boxing. Davis opens up about his mental health struggles, including a breakdown that led to self-harm, his failed drug test for marijuana, and the pressures of growing up in Norfolk, Virginia in the shadow of boxing legend Pernell Whitaker. The conversation covers everything from his early sparring sessions with Shakur Stevenson to his losses to Andy Cruz in the amateurs, his signing with Top Rank, and what he's learned training alongside Terence Crawford.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bernard Hopkins recounts the infamous moment he threw down the Puerto Rican flag and the chaos that followed. He breaks down the mindset behind it, the reaction from fans, and how it shaped the lead-up to his fight with Felix Trinidad. A wild chapter from one of boxing’s most controversial legends.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

J Prince opens up about his life journey—from discovering Floyd Mayweather at Tyson’s gym to pulling Andre Ward out of a trap house and guiding him to Olympic gold. He reflects on losing his sister at a young age, the pain that fueled his ambition, and how faith and business savvy helped him escape generational poverty. This episode is packed with powerful moments, including his battles with the federal government and the legacy he built in both music and boxing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephen Fulton joins The Art of Ward to talk about his decision to move up in weight and what’s next in his career. He breaks down the aftermath of the Figueroa and Inoue fights, sharing what he learned and how he’s grown. Fulton also opens up about life outside the ring and what his future holds beyond boxing.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Lamont Roach joins The Art of Ward to break down his intense fight with Gervonta "Tank" Davis, including the controversial draw and shocking in-ring moments. From his early boxing days in the DMV to winning his first world title, Lamont opens up about his journey, his father’s role in his training, and the drama behind the scenes. Plus — did Tank really try to bite him, and is a rematch already in the works?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dive into Joe Calzaghe's storied boxing career as he shares personal insights, from his early challenges and first loss to the defining moments that shaped his legendary status. This video covers it all—from the grueling eight-round fight with a broken hand and being called out by Bernard Hopkins to the emotional farewell fight with Roy Jones at MSG. Explore exclusive behind-the-scenes stories, career-defining quotes, and the sacrifices that fueled Joe's journey to greatness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the newest episode of THE ART OF WARD, Andre Ward is joined by one of the greatest fighters in history, Anderson Silva. The Spider takes us through his incredible MMA journey, sharing the story of how he went from missing a soccer tryout to going on one of the most legendary runs in UFC history. Silva opens up about his relentless drive to be great, his deep love for fighting, and what has kept him motivated throughout his career. He also talks about his transition into boxing after leaving the UFC, his ongoing desire to keep fighting as he gets older, and the story behind his iconic nickname. Plus, Anderson reflects on how he coped with loss as his UFC career came to a close. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Friend of the show, Shakur Stevenson is back for round 2 on THE ART OF WARD! In this exclusive interview, the boxing superstar checks in with Andre while in camp for his February 22nd fight against Floyd Schofield on the undercard of Beterbiev vs Bivol 2. Shakur opens up about his training, previews the matchup, and explains why he chose Schofield. Plus, Shakur spills the tea on his heated encounter with Vasyl Lomachenko at Bud Crawford's last fight—and how Loma ducked his fight offer afterward. And he takes shots at Teofimo Lopez and Ryan Garcia, keeping the trash talk real. Shakur also dives into his relationship with rising star Keyshawn Davis, Turki Alalshikh, and explains what it’s been like working with Eddie Hearn, and even shares his thoughts on the massive Canelo vs. Crawford mega-fight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, Andre sits down with the one and only David Benavidez, the Mexican Monster, ahead of his highly anticipated mega-fight with David Morell.  In this candid conversation, Benavidez opens up about his intense preparation for what could be the biggest fight of his career, revealing how he plans to take on the rising Cuban star. He also explains why he never considered ducking the challenge. The champ also takes us back to his roots, reflecting on his early boxing journey, the profound impact of his father, and the struggles he overcame in the early days of his career. It's an inside look at what makes Benavidez the fighter and man he is today. And, of course, no interview with the Mexican Monster would be complete without a bold callout to Canelo Alvarez. Will we finally see the long-awaited showdown between the two? Benavidez also shares his thoughts on retirement and what the future holds for him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.