Joe Ward Returns to the Ring | Dublin News

Irish boxing is heating up as Joe Ward returns to the ring this Saturday at the Three Arena, his first fight in nearly two years—and he’s riding high on the sport’s homegrown momentum. Despite setbacks like canceled bouts and injuries that derailed his early pro career, Ward remains focused, fueled by his deep roots in the game and his role coaching young fighters in Athlone. Now based in Waterford with longtime trainer Jimmy Payne, he’s confident he’s one of the elite light heavyweights—and ready to prove it against undefeated Dutch fighter Artjom Kasparian. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/901c4c3c45e57d77