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6ft 8in MMA Champion Offers Sparring Help to Oleksandr Usyk for Tyson Fury Fight

Published

6th February 2024

Usyk vs. Fury Fight Postponed

The highly anticipated four-belt heavyweight unification fight between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury has been postponed. Originally scheduled for February 17 in Saudi Arabia, the fight has been moved to May 18 due to Fury's sparring injury, which required over ten stitches.

MMA Champion Renan Ferreira Steps Up

Brazilian MMA star Renan Ferreira, standing at an impressive 6ft 8in, has offered his sparring services to Usyk. Ferreira, who recently won the Professional Fighters League season and the heavyweight belt, sees it as a great opportunity to learn from Usyk's accolades and hopes to contribute to his training.

Chance to Welcome Francis Ngannou Back to the Cage

Ferreira will be facing former Bellator champ Ryan Bader on February 24 in Riyadh. The fight will determine who gets the chance to welcome Francis Ngannou back to the cage. Ngannou, who took a break from MMA to fight Fury in the boxing ring, has sparked Ferreira's interest in testing himself in a boxing match.

Exciting Boxing Career in the Works

Ferreira, a self-proclaimed massive fan of boxing, expresses his desire to pursue a career in the sport and believes a match against Ngannou would be an awesome opportunity to showcase his skills in the boxing ring.

Video: He astonishingly scored a shock knockdown but was controversially beaten by split-decision.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it a good idea to box in order to be fit?

Boxing is an excellent exercise to improve fitness. Boxing is a full-body, high-intensity workout that improves cardiovascular health and muscular strength. It also increases endurance, coordination, agility, and endurance. This is a stress-relieving exercise that can improve your discipline and boost confidence.

Is sparring required for boxing beginners?

Beginners do not need to spar right away. This is only necessary once they have a good foundation of the basics and are in good physical condition. It’s vital to spar under the supervision of a coach and with proper protective gear to ensure safety and productive learning experiences.

How important are recovery sessions in boxing?

In boxing, recovery is crucial as it helps your body heal and become stronger. Rest, stretching, sleep, hydration and a healthy diet are all important for a quick recovery. Ignoring your recovery can lead you to overtraining injuries and decreased performance.

What are basic boxing strikes?

The basic punches of boxing are the jab (a quick straight punch with the lead hand), the cross (a powerful straight punch with the rear hand), the hook (a semicircular punch that is aimed to the side of the opponent’s body or head), and the uppercut.

How can I protect myself when boxing?

To defend yourself in boxing you can use a few techniques. For example, maintaining a solid defense with your hand up, using footwork as if to maintain distance and utilizing head movements like slips, roll and weaves. The defensive skills you learn are as important as the offensive ones.

Statistics

An analysis of boxing workouts demonstrates that participants can maintain a heart rate at 75-85% of their maximum, which is the optimal range for cardiovascular training.
Around 90% of boxers suffer a minor injury over the course of a year, with only 10-15% experiencing a moderate to severe injury.
Research indicates that nearly 70% of punches thrown by boxers during a match are jabs.
Beginner boxers tend to make the mistake of holding their breath in 70% of cases during their initial training sessions.
Nearly 80% of boxing training injuries are related to incorrect technique, especially within the first three months of taking up the sport.
On average, beginners who undergo proper boxing training can expect to burn anywhere from 300 to 500 calories per hour.
About 25% of people who take up boxing transition to competitive amateur boxing within their first two years of training.
It is estimated that 60% of beginner boxers do not use the correct size gloves, which can increase the risk of injury.
On average, beginner boxers improve their punching power by 10%-20% after six months of consistent training.
Women are joining boxing in increasing numbers, rising by about 15% in the past decade, indicating growing gender diversity in the sport.

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How To

How to breathe properly while boxing

The correct breathing technique can reduce fatigue and increase performance. Inhale through your nose when you want to fill up your lungs, and exhale through your mouth while throwing punches. This exhalation needs to be short and explosive. This will tighten up your core and protect it when you hit. You can develop rhythmic breathing habits by shadowboxing, or bag work.

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