UFC heavyweight Tom Aspinall has told Jake Paul’s critics: He’s pretty good at boxing.
The YouTuber has caused quite the stir in the boxing world since debuting in January 2020 – although he’s yet to face a professional pugilist.
Jake Paul has made quite the splash in the boxing world in the last two years
Paul also picked up a win over ex-UFC middleweight champ Anderson Silva last month
The Problem Child’s displays have impressed UFC heavyweight Tom Aspinall
Paul, however, has registered KO and decision wins over former UFC welter and middleweight champions Tyron Woodley and Anderson Silva – victories which have impressed Aspinall.
The Wigan warrior told Midnite: “I’ve got an unpopular opinion about Jake Paul, I think Jake Paul’s pretty good.
“I think Jake Paul’s been handling himself pretty well in the boxing stuff that he’s got into.”
Paul, 25, is seemingly edging closer to a long-awaited grudge match with fellow social media star Tommy Fury.
Aspinall knows Fury well having been a regular sparring partner of his brother Tyson and believes the Paul match-up makes sense at this stage of his career.
He said: “I know Tommy personally, I’ve known Tommy since he was 14-years-old.
“I know that Tommy is from a fighting family. I know Tommy is a good fighter himself.
“And I think it’s a great matchup for both guys and from what I can see it seems a pretty even matchup, which we like to see.
“We don’t like to see one guy versus a sh*t guy.
“We like to see young guys both hungry and undefeated fighting each other.
“That’s where the excitement comes. What’s going to happen?
“We don’t know. That’s what’s exciting in combat sports.”
Tom Aspinall wants to see Jake Paul throw down with Tonn
Paul has also flirted with the prospect of fights with MMA superstars Nate Diaz and Conor McGregor, bouts Aspinall thinks he’d do well in.
He added: “Jake Paul and Nate Diaz or Conor McGregor are even fights, definitely. Both guys have got a lot of experience.”
The Fury fight, however, is the one Aspinall is eager for The Problem Child to take next.
He said: “But I want to see Jake Paul against someone young, hungry and fresh rather than someone with lots of miles on clock like he’s been fighting, which is fair enough for where he is in his career.
“But sooner or later you’ve got to tick the box of someone in a similar position to where he is.
“I want to see him and Tommy, that’s who I want.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best way to practice boxing with no partner?
So, if you want to practice boxing without a partner, you can simply watch professional boxing matches on TV. You can also find an amateur boxing gym near you. Regular training sessions are a common feature of amateur boxing clubs. These sessions are often attended by sparring partners who share the same pads.
You can also use punching bags to practice boxing. Before hitting the bag, ensure that you are wearing gloves and protective gear.
How many punches can a human take?
A punch is defined by “a blow delivered using a fist”. One punch is all that a human can take. If someone punches you in the face you are being punched. You can’t hit them/her back. This would be two punches.
How to defend yourself
Protect your head when you are being attacked. You want to avoid being punched. You must know how to stop an incoming punch. Here’s how to do it:
- Keep your shoulders square and tall.
- Keep your elbows close together.
- Block the incoming punch by using your forearm.
- Counterattack immediately.
- Continue blocking until the attacker runs away.
- Don’t let your defense slip.
What is the difference of a left-hook and a right-cross?
A left hook is thrown at the side of the body and a right crossover is thrown at the front.
The opponent is facing the back of the left hook. The elbow is bent 90 degrees and the wrist is turned 45 degrees toward the opponent.
The opponent is facing the palm and the elbow straight. A right cross is made. The wrist is turned 45 degrees away from the opponent.
How to throw your jab.
Here’s a step-by, easy guide on how to throw a jab.
- Step forward with both feet.
- Raise your arm above your shoulder.
- Your target is at your feet.
- After hitting your target arm, lift your arm up.
- Repetition steps 1 through 4.
How can a beginner begin boxing at home
Boxing is one of the oldest sports known to man. Boxing was developed in ancient times to train warriors for fighting against foes. Boxing is still a popular sport all over the globe. You don’t need to go to the gym to box. All you need is a pair of gloves, some punching bags, and a few friends to spar with.
You can also find local amateur boxing clubs where you can join and get trained by professional coaches. You’ll be ready for tournaments once you have mastered basic combinations and punches.
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How To
These are the basic skills of boxing
How to effectively box
Boxing is the most loved sport in the world. Two opponents fight each other to the death. The rules of boxing vary from country to country. There are three main types of boxing: Amateur boxing, Professional boxing, and Olympic boxing.
Amateur boxing may be done at school, college, and university. This form of boxing involves sparring with no protection and using padded gloves. Amateur boxing competitions usually last three rounds and last five minutes each. There are many styles of amateur boxing such as Kickboxing or Muay Thai, Taekwondo and Karate, Judo and Wrestling, among others.
Most professional boxing takes place in gyms, clubs, and stadiums. They use protective equipment, such as mouthpieces, nose guards, shin protectors, elbow pads knee pads, waist belts and groin protectors. Six rounds of professional boxing last four minutes each. There are many styles of professional boxing: Boxing, MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), Kickboxing and Muay Thai.
Olympic boxing is done at the Olympics. International standards dictate that boxers must wear protective gear. The eight rounds last three minutes each and are held over eight rounds. Only two types of Olympic boxing are available: Light Flyweight or Heavyweight.
Boxing is based on the following skills:
- Techniques for punching
- Guarding techniques
- Footwork
- Stance
- Move your body
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spare parts
Punching Techniques
There are seven types. Each punch is different. Some punches require greater strength than others. A strong uppercut for example requires a lot of force. On the contrary, a straight punch takes less power but is faster than most punches.
There are also many combinations. These are combinations of punches that work together to achieve a specific goal. A combination may contain several parts. A left hook followed with a right-cross will cause injury to the opponent’s jaw.
Guard Techniques
To defend himself from being attacked, a boxer uses his entire body. He does this by using his legs, arms, elbows, hands, knees and feet.
Legs
Boxers should use their legs to defend against kicks. After receiving a kick, he will raise his leg and move away from the attacker. To avoid being kicked on the sides, he bends at his knees when the attacker strikes from the front. If the attack is from the side, he will bend his knees to avoid being kicked on the side.
Elbows
Because elbow strikes inflict a lot of pain, they are very effective. An elbow strike can be delivered either directly or indirectly. Directly means that you hit your opponent with your forearm while indirectly means that you hit him with another part of your arm.
Hands
Boxers use their hands to block incoming blows. They raise their fists high above their heads and point them in the direction of an attack. They then touch the attackers fist.
Knees
A boxer should bend his knees in order to absorb any blows to his stomach, abdomen, chest or stomach. A lot of boxers use knee strikes to defend themselves.
Feet
If he is being attacked, a boxer must take a step back and counter-attack. This allows him to put distance between himself, his opponent, and the ring. Boxers should also keep their balance when counter-attacking.
Stances
In order to box effectively, a boxer needs to establish a stance. The way he defends him will be dictated by his stance. It defines where he faces his opponent and how he positions his body. Boxers have many options for stances. These are some of our most favorite:
- Low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Body Movement
Boxers must maneuver around their opponent to win fights. This requires changing your position, speed, and rhythm.
Rotation
To increase his punching power, a boxer rotates when he throws a punch. The rotation is done at different speeds depending on the type of punch.
Combinations
The timing of each punch determines the effectiveness of a combination. A combination that works well starts with strong punches and ends with weak ones is a winning combination.
Spare parts
Sparring, a boxing practice session, is designed to improve your boxing skills. Boxers learn to train their mind and bodies during sparring sessions. Sparring is a way to learn how to fight without getting hurt.
You need to have patience and dedication in order to learn how boxing works. You need to train hard and long in order to become a better boxer.
