For years, Joe Calzaghe remained a legend of the Welsh valleys.

His victory over Chris Eubank in 1997 brought him to prominence. But despite a record number of defences of his WBO belt, his career lacked a defining contest. A long line of challengers and ex-title holders were disposed of but the biggest names in American boxing avoided the ultimate showdown he craved.

But his defeat of Jeff Lacy, the American hailed as the new Mike Tyson, made Joe a superstar and a household name. Since then, he has created an extraordinary legacy unrivalled in British boxing, culminating in his brilliant victories over Mikkel Kessler and Bernard Hopkins.

This is the story of Calzaghe's amazing life, from his humble beginnings in his hometown of Newbridge, to his ascent to personal greatness.

One of Britain's foremost sporting champions, a warrior and working-class hero, this is the story of the triumphs and trials that have made Joe Calzaghe a true legend.