TYSON FURY is getting ready for a huge heavyweight clash with Derek Chisora tonight.
The Tottenham Hotspur Stadium will be filled with fans who are eagerly anticipating the trilogy fight between the pair.
Tyson Fury is still defending an unbeaten professional record
The Gypsy King has beaten Del Boy twice before and has still yet to be beaten in his professional career.
Ahead of the tasty all-British bout, he sat down with SunSport’s Isabelle Barker to answer the questions every fan wants to know the answers to.
Tyson Fury Q&A
Favourite post-fight cheat meal?
Fish fingers, chips and beans. Very simple, I’ve even ordered it in five-star restaurants.
Dinner with three guests dead or alive?
Jesus Christ, Tom Jones and Elvis!
Which of the England squad would you most want to go on a night out with?
Jordan Pickford. He seems like a laugh to go on a drink with.
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Drink of choice?
Anything cold and wet!
Last song you listened to?
Chesney Hawkes singing!
If you could time travel where would you go?
This is a very complex topic. I used to always be obsessed with time. I always thought whoever controlled the element of time could control the world.
When asked what superpower I wanted as a kid I always said I’d want the ability to control time. However I’ve learnt to be very comfortable living in today’s world.
I wouldn’t want to go back or forward. I’m very happy living as who I am today. So I’d stay put.
Raid any celebrity’s wardrobe?
Michael Jackson hands down.
Ultimate walk-on track?
One of my happy songs is Biggie Smalls’ “Juicy” because the lyrics go ‘it was all a dream.’ For me it was all a dream that is now a reality.
Role model outside of boxing?
God.
Fondest memory as a Manchester United fan?
Winning the treble in 1999. I think that is the highlight of any Manchester United fan’s life.
Top five fighters in the world, excluding yourself?
They’re all pretty good. Anyone who gets in the boxing ring, I’ll leave it to the fans to decide.
Describe the feeling of being punched by Tyson Fury?
To the normal person on the street it would probably feel like getting run over by a Land Rover Defender but to a boxer it’s no biggie. We get punched in the face daily in training camp. Big hits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum number of punches a person can take?
A punch is defined by “a blow delivered using a fist”. The human body can only take one punch at a given time. When someone hits you in the face, he/she is punching you. You cannot hit the person back. It would be impossible to hit him/her back with two punches.
How to throw the jab
Follow this step-by-step guide to throw a jab.
- With both feet, move forward
- Raise your arm above your shoulder.
- Move your fist towards your target.
- After hitting your target arm, lift your arm up.
- Repetition steps 1 through 4.
How to defend yourself:
When you’re being attacked, you must always protect your head. Your goal is to avoid getting punched in the first place. To do so, you need to know how to block an incoming punch. Here’s how to do it:
- Be tall and square your shoulders.
- Keep your elbows close to your sides.
- Your forearm can block the punch coming from your opponent.
- Counterattack immediately.
- Continue blocking until the attacker runs away.
- Never give up on your defense.
Statistics
- It is just like normal sparring with a partner, but you want to throw punches at 75% of your normal speed. (wikihow.com)
- You want to be running at roughly 75-80% of your top speed..5 mile slow, easy recovery jog at the end.[6]X Research source 2Mix in long runs, shadow boxing, and short sprints on non-interval days. (wikihow.com)
External Links
en.wikipedia.org
boxandflow.com
How To
These are the basic skills of boxing
How to box efficiently
Boxing has become a very popular sport. It is a fight between two opponents. Each country has its own rules. There are generally three types of boxing: Amateur, Professional, and Olympic.
Amateur boxing can be practiced at school or college. This form of boxing involves sparring with no protection and using padded gloves. Amateur boxing contests are usually three rounds in length, lasting five minutes each. There are many different styles of amateur boxing including Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Karate, Judo, Wrestling and others.
Professional boxing is usually practiced in gyms, clubs or stadiums. They are protected by protective equipment like a mouthpiece, nose protector, shinguards, elbow pads and knee pads, waist belt, and groin protection. Professional boxing contests last six rounds and last for four minutes each. There are many different types of professional Boxing such as Boxing, MMA, Kickboxing, Muay Thai or Taekwondo.
Olympic boxing can be seen at the Olympics. Boxers are required to wear international standards-compliant protective gear. The eight rounds last three minutes each and are held over eight rounds. Olympic boxing has only two styles, Light Flyweight vs Heavyweight.
Boxing is based on the following skills:
- Punching techniques
- Guarding techniques
- Footwork
- Stance
- Movement of the body
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spare parts
Punching Techniques
There are seven types. Each punch has its own technique. Some punches are more powerful 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 many combinations that can be used to punch. These are combinations made up of several punches that can be used together to achieve one goal. An entire combination could have several parts. An example of this is a left hook, followed by a right crossing. This will damage the opponent’s jaw.
Guard Techniques
A boxer protects himself by using his body. He does this by using his legs, arms, elbows, hands, knees and feet.
Legs
Boxers must use their legs to defend themselves against kicks. When he receives a kick, he raises his leg and moves away from the attacker. To avoid being kicked on his side, he will bend his knees if the attack is from the front. If the attack is from the side, he will bend his knees to avoid being kicked on the side.
Elbows
Because they inflict pain, elbow strikes can be very effective. An elbow strike may be delivered directly or in an indirect manner. Directly means you hit your opponent directly with your forearm. While indirectly, it means you hit him with another section of your arm.
Hands
Boxers use their arms to stop incoming blows. To do so, they raise their fists above their head and move them towards the direction of the 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 will allow him to gain distance from his opponent. In addition, when delivering a counter-attack, a boxer should keep his balance.
Stances
Boxing effectively requires a boxer to have a good stance. His stance determines how he defends himself. It is how he positions himself and where he faces the opponent. Boxers have many options for stances. Here are some of the most common ones:
- A low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Body Movement
A boxer must be able to move around his opponent in order to win a fight. This means changing your speed, position and rhythm.
Rotation
To increase his punching power, a boxer rotates when he throws a punch. You can rotate at different speeds depending upon the punch.
Combinations
The timing of each punch determines the effectiveness of a combination. A combination is good if it starts with a strong punch then ends with a weaker one.
Spare parts
Sparring is a training session that improves 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.
Learning to box takes dedication and patience. Boxing is a sport that requires dedication and perseverance.
