After being beaten twice in recent world title fights by Arthur Abraham is Paul Smith set to jump out of the frying pan and into the fire?
The reason I ask is that rumours from across the pond suggest that Andre Ward is set to make his long awaited ring return on June 20th at the Oracle Arena in Oakland California.
No opponent has been confirmed yet but the name of Paul Smith is being bandied about as Ward prepares for, what is hoped, a much anticipated clash against Nottingham?s Carl Froch for the WBA world title.
Having mixed in world level in recent times, it was questioned what was next in store for Paul Smith with it being suggested a return to domestic level fights might not be a viable or wished for option.
But, in facing Andre Ward, if it comes off, could Paul Smith be looking down the barrel at three consecutive defeats?
Smith Lined-Up for Ward Tune-Up?
