The Pride Of Wales, The Italian Dragon, Super Joe, whatever nickname you want to give Joe Calzaghe it’s hard to argue against him being the greatest British boxer of all time. A perfect 46 -0 record he is the longest-reigning super middleweight world champion in history, having held the WBO title (which he won from Chris Eubank) for over ten years and making 21 successful defences before relinquishing the title to move up to light heavyweight.
Trained by his father Enzo his final 3 fights of his career epitomised just how good of a fighter he was with wins over Mikkel Kessler, Bernard Hopkins, and Roy Jones Jr.
The story of his rise from his humble beginnings to one of the all time greats is about to be released in the documentary-film Mr Calzaghe.
Mr. Calzaghe is the incredible real-life Rocky story of a true British boxing legend.
Joe Calzaghe and his father Enzo come from humble beginnings in Newbridge, Wales. Through sheer grit and determination this father/son team have travelled the globe from Cardiff to Las Vegas to take on the vicious world of boxing, beat the best fighters that America could throw at them and show they are a force to be reckoned with.
It is a definitive story told in their own words and featuring contributions from Chris Eubank, Mikkel Kessler and Michael J. Fox, Mr. Calzaghe is not only the thrilling and pulse-pounding account of an amazing career but a moving celebration of the unique bond between a father and son that created a sporting hero.
Mr Calzaghe is in cinemas for one night only November 20 and on Blu-ray & DVD, November 23, courtesy of Entertainment One, and is also available for pre-order now on Amazon, but you can watch the trailer below.