Micky Ward vs Jesse James Leija
On January 5, 2002, Micky Ward (37-10, 27 KOs) and Jesse James Leija (42-5-2, 17 KOs) meet in the ring in a 10-round bout.
Ward vs Leija Stats
Micky Ward is coming in to the fight on a 2-fight win streak with a 57% KO rate; his last fight was a unanimous decision win over Emanuel Augustus, 5 months and 23 days ago. Jesse James Leija is on a 2-fight win streak with a 34% KO rate, with his last fight being a technical decision loss to Héctor Camacho Jr., 5 months and 29 days ago.
Ward vs Leija Prediction & Odds
The winning odds are at 83-17 in favor of Micky Ward. Jesse James Leija is going to look good in the fight but he won't be able to do enough to win. Ward should win this fight.
Ward vs Leija Result
Jesse James Leija defeated Micky Ward via technical decision in the 10-round fight. Leija improves his record to 43-5-2, while Ward adds a loss to his record at 37-11.