According to Dan Rafael of espn.com, Super Middleweight champion Andre Ward will make his debut under the Roc Nation Banner on June 20 in Oakland, California that will end a 19-month ring hiatus.
“I’m excited to be back. We finally have a date,” Ward told ESPN.com. “It’s going to be June 20 at Oracle Arena in Oakland. I wanted to fight at home as a thank-you to my fans for being patient, because I know it’s been a long wait. The fight is not far away and I feel like I’m in great shape already. I’ve stayed dedicated to the sport. I’ve stayed motivated in the gym and I’m just really excited to get back. I can’t wait.”
“Andre’s opponent and the TV coverage for the fight will be announced shortly,” Roc Nation Sports spokesman Ron Berkowitz told ESPN.com.
“Some people are trying to see if I’ve slipped during this layoff or if I still have it, but my true fans are just ready to see me back in action,” Ward said. “We get to answer those questions on June 20 at Oracle Arena. Let’s get it.”
