Born: 23 January 1984

Birth Place: San Francisco, California, USA

Nationality: American

Nickname: S.O.G (Son of God)

Division: Super Middleweight (168lbs)

Height: 6’ / 183 cm

Reach: 71″ / 180 cm

• 2004 Olympic Light Heavyweight Gold Medallist

• 2001 United States Amateur Middleweight Champion

• 2002 Under 19 National Championship

• 2003 United States Amateur Light Heavyweight Champion

• World Champion Titles at Super Middleweight

• The Ring 2011 Fighter of the Year

•Super Six Tournament Winner

•Ring Intelligence

•Ability to Fight on the Inside, Mid-Range or Outside

Andre Ward is one of the most talented boxers of the modern era, He possesses a set of invaluable tools in his arsenal which has allowed him to excel to the elite levels of boxing. Although he lacks big punching power, he has excellent defensive skills and can control the fight no matter what style is presented in front of him.

Natural talent and desire go hand in hand for Andre Ward. Since a young age, Ward has continued winning on a consistent basis from the amateurs to the professional ranks.

Having won a Olympic Gold Medal, Ward hasn’t enjoyed the same type of publicity as other fighters who have achieved the same feat. Instead, he’s had to fight his way to the top, and winning the Super Six tournament established him as the best Super Middleweight in the world.

One of the secrets to his success lies within his long-time trainer Virgil Hunter who has implemented the right training plan and philosophy for Ward.

• One of the methods Ward uses to strengthen his hands is he stabs his hands with the fingertips first, into a large tub of rice grains. This is a traditional method also used by martial artists.

• Virgil Hunter puts much emphasis on a necessity to train intensely. “The whole idea is to train until you’re in an uncomfortable, painful situation…I use these situations in Andre’s training, so he knows he’s mentally prepared to handle anything he might encounter in the heat of combat.”

• Ward occasionally pushes a small pick-up truck or runs with a 45-pound log or plate overhead.

• The mental aspect of training is vital. Hunter says: "I don't use reps, because I don't want you ever to think, 'I'm done.' We don't want that mentality…Quitting points give you the chance to quit right at the point that your pain threshold is about to change."

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Born: 29 August 1983

Birth Place: Cathedral City, California, USA

Nationality: American

Nickname: Desert Storm

Division: Light Welterweight (140lbs) -Welterweight (147lbs)

Height: 5’ 6” / 168 cm

Reach: 69″ / 175 cm

• Junior Golden Gloves Champion

• Two Time Amateur National Champion

• 2005-2006 WBC Youth World Welterweight Title

• 2006-2007 WBC Youth World Light Welterweight Title

• Three Time World Champion in Two Weight Divisions

• Mental Toughness

• Smart Pressure Fighter

Timothy Bradley elevated himself to the top of the Light Welterweight division by having the mental toughness that pushed him through the toughest fights.

Bradley can box or brawl and would often opt to combine both to apply pressure in an intelligent way. For this reason, many of his opponents cannot handle the rough and gruelling experience that Bradley turns a fight into.

At the age of 10, Timothy Bradley began his boxing journey by competing in 140 amateur bouts, in which he accomplished a number of championship titles. In his professional career, Bradley picked up a world title by beating England’s Junior Witter on his home turf.

Since then, he defended his title several times and unified the belts by defeating Kendall Holt and Devon Alexander. Bradley’s successful run gave him credit of being the best in the 140lbs decision.

But his most high profile and toughest win was against all-time great Manny Pacquiao, in which he won by controversial decision. Bradley stood up to Pacquiao’s power punches and pressure by being in superb condition, as always.

• Body cleansing is important for Bradley, so before any serious training, he fasts for 5 days to dipose of all the toxins.

• During training camp, Bradley adopts a strict vegan diet after being advised to do so in 2008. This has resulted in giving him more energy and endurance. Due to his diet, he said “My thoughts are clear, crisp. Everything is working perfectly -Ifeel clean.”

• The emphasis on strength is high, as highlighted by Bradley’s body structure. Exercises such as pushing huge tractor tyres and general weight lifting.

• Push ups by using his chin (opening and closing the mouth) strengthens his neck and jaw, which enhances the ability to absorb a punch.

Bradley’s father embedded the importance of a hard work ethic, dedication and the ‘never give up’ mentality in Bradley’s mind from such a young age. It’s now the very essence in which he lives his life by, in and out of the ring.