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I've defended my title for eight years, let's see if Ricky (Hatton) is still champion in four years.
Joe Calzaghe
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Joe Calzaghe
Age: 52
Born: 1972
Born: March 23
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Hammersmith
London
Joseph William Calzaghe
The Pride of Wales
The Italian Dragon
Super Joe
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Ricky
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