Nicholas Ward (1 April 1811 – 17 February 1850) was an English bare-knuckle fighter.
This winning pattern was repeated when in February 1841 Ward became heavyweight champion.
At this time boxing was governed by the less than arduous London Prize Ring rules.
Nick Ward is today considered a "mediocre" boxer, known for using "unfair tactics" and avoiding head on fighting.
However, in spite of his reputation for underhand fighting he was considered a good counter puncher.