Joe Calzaghe vs Carl Froch: George Groves Picks Clear Winner

Joe Calzaghe vs Carl Froch was a fight that was spoken about for several years but ultimately never happened. Many have speculated on who they believe would win the super fight. When speaking to Crowns Gym, George Groves revealed he is in no doubt who would have been victorious.

Joe Calzaghe vs Carl Froch: George Groves Weighs In

Groves Reveals His Verdict

Froch (33-2, 24 KOs) has a memorable career, with impressive wins against the likes of George Groves x2, Mikkel Kessler and Arthur Abraham. Calzaghe retired with his 0 intact, a feat very few boxers are able to do while matching the achievements of the “Pride of Wales.” His most memorable wins came against Jeff Lacy, Mikkel Kessler and Bernard Hopkins.

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Froch-Calzaghe was rumoured for a considerable amount of time and even now many discuss who would have won. When discussing this mega ‘what if’ fight, Groves was in no doubt who would have won:

“Calzaghe would’ve smashed him! Calzaghe would’ve been very hard to fight because he was very fast and he threw a lot of punches. If you caught him, he got dropped. So you had that feeling of ‘if I catch him, I can get him’. Froch liked to walk through punches to land his own but Calzaghe was just very sharp and he used to cut off at good angles.

“I think he would’ve been too much for Froch at all the various parts of Froch’s career. I’d say on their best day Calzaghe beats him.”

Joe Calzaghe vs Carl Froch

Froch was box office throughout his career and was rarely involved in a boring fight. His brilliant come-from-behind win against Jermain Taylor showcased the power he carries late into fights and his unwavering determination. These qualities would have been needed against Calzaghe.

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The Welshman was a brilliant volume puncher with exceptional hand speed. Combined with his endurance, made him a nightmare to face. His impressive footwork and fast hands would have caused Froch problems.

“The Cobra” would have needed all his resolve to overcome those qualities.