EDDIE HEARN warned Anthony Joshua could fight Deontay Wilder for the WBC title if the belts become vacant.
Champions Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk are lined up for a historic first ever four-belt heavyweight unification next year.
Eddie Hearn warned Anthony Joshua could fight Deontay Wilder
Deontay Wilder has been ordered into a WBC final eliminator
But the winner could then be faced with up to FOUR mandatory challengers, making it difficult to hang onto all of the marbles.
Wilder, 37, has been ordered into a WBC final eliminator with Andy Ruiz Jr, 33, meaning the winner is guaranteed a shot at Fury’s title.
So Joshua’s promoter Hearn is ready to get his man into position to then face the winner of the all-American showdown.
And by that time, the title could already be up for grabs if Fury, 34, or Usyk, 35, fail to keep up with their mandatories.
Hearn told Matchroom Boxing: “I think belts are going to become vacant over the next six-12 months. They always are when there’s an undisputed champion.
“So now it’s about positioning yourself, Dillian Whyte, AJ of course, into a shot at the world heavyweight title.
“AJ could be fighting the winner of Wilder – Ruiz for the WBC world heavyweight title, could be fighting Filip Hrgovic.
“Dillian Whyte could be fighting Joe Joyce for the WBO world title. There’s all kinds of eventualities.
PLAY OUR DREAM TEAM WORLD CUP FANTASY FOOTBALL GAME TO WIN A SHARE OF £50k
“But the pressure will come from the mandatories, that’s just natural when there’s a unified and in this case potentially undisputed champion.”
Joshua, 33, is taking time out of the sport following consecutive losses to Usyk.
And he could return to face the winner between Whyte, 34, and unbeaten Jermaine Franklin, 29, who fight next weekend.
Meanwhile Fury defends his title next in a trilogy bout against Derek Chisora, 38, the man he one-sidedly beat in 2011 and 2014.
It comes with Usyk ruling himself out next year for the undisputed decider, which is already in talks for March in Saudi Arabia.
Although a spanner was thrown into the works with the IBF primed to order the Ukrainian into a mandatory defence against Filip Hrgovic, 30.
Hearn said: “Obviously Usyk’s team and Fury’s team, particularly Usyk’s team will do everything they can to avoid Filip Hrgovic for now because they’d like to make the big fight with Tyson Fury.
“For us it’s difficult because obviously we have a job to do for Filip Hrgovic but we also know the Saudi team very well, who have been working very hard to the undisputed fight.
“So I’ve spoken to them, who obviously had their concerns and for boxing, that fight is very important.
“But also, Filip Hrgovic is mandatory so I’m sure there will be a resolution.
“Now they’re talking about the chronological situation of perhaps the WBA mandatory as well, which I think is Daniel Dubois.
“This is just what happens when there’s unified and undisputed fights. But I’m sure that it will get worked out.”
Filip Hrgovic is the IBF mandatory challenger
Frequently Asked Questions
How many punches does a human take to get through a round?
A punch is defined as “a blow delivered from a fist”. A punch can only be taken once per person. When someone hits you in the face, he/she is punching you. You cannot hit him/her back. It would be impossible to hit him/her back with two punches.
What are the benefits to boxing?
Boxing has many health benefits. For one, boxing can help build strong bones and muscles. Boxing improves coordination and reflexes. It also strengthens the heart and lungs. The best part about boxing? It doesn’t require special equipment. You can use whatever you have around the house.
How to throw the jab
Here’s a step-by, easy guide on how to throw a jab.
- Get up with both feet.
- Move your arm to the top of your shoulder.
- Keep your fist in front of your target.
- After hitting your target, raise your arm upwards.
- Repetition steps 1 through 4.
What can I do to improve my punching?
Boxing is all about good punch form. If you want to be a better boxer, you must master punch technique. Here are some tips for improving your punching ability.
- Keep your head high. You should keep your head high when throwing punches.
- Punch from the shoulder. Use your shoulder to strike the target when you punch.
- Focus on your feet. Focus on your feet when punching.
- Use short punches that are quick. Your body will be tired faster if you are throwing longer punches.
- Don’t forget about defense! Always be ready to stop any incoming punches.
- Use your elbows. Your elbows can be used to protect yourself.
- You can learn to use your legs. If you learn to use your legs properly, they can help you avoid getting knocked down.
- Practice every day. Even if you feel exhausted after training, don’t give up. You need practice to be successful at any task.
- Have fun! Have fun doing what you do.
- Keep your lungs open. Breathing correctly will make you stronger and give you energy.
- Relax. Don’t worry about making errors. Just focus on learning new things.
- Be patient. Boxing isn’t easy. You will need to practice your boxing skills over time.
- Never stop learning. There is always room for improvement.
- Listen to music. Music can help you relax and concentrate during training.
- View videos of professional fighters. Watching them fight can inspire you to work harder.
- Read books. Reading helps you to understand boxing techniques.
- Take breaks. Sometimes you might need to stop boxing. Go outside to play soccer or basketball.
- Find a coach. A coach who is an expert in boxing can help you get better faster.
- Push-ups are a great exercise. Push-ups help build strength and endurance.
Do I have to fight in order to train boxing?
Training boxing requires fighting. You must put in the work to get better at boxing. It is possible to improve your boxing technique.
A good fight will help you improve your boxing technique. It is important to observe their movements, their defenses, and how well they use punches. Then try to imitate their techniques.
Next, you need to spar with another boxer. This is where you will see if your boxing technique has improved. It’s important to observe how fast you can punch, the strength of your punches and how well you block any incoming punches while sparring.
Finally, you’ll need to practice your boxing skills by doing drills. It takes practice to become a master boxer, so persevere and be patient.
How do beginners train to become boxers?
Boxing is one among the oldest sports. However, boxing has become very popular in recent years. Boxing is a sport where two fighters face off against each other in a ring. They punch each others until one loses.
It is important to decide if you like boxing before you can start training to become a fighter. You can try watching some fights on YouTube and see how it feels to hit someone. Once you decide if boxing is something you enjoy, you can then choose the type of fighting you prefer.
How can I defend my boxing skills by myself?
Boxing is among the oldest forms of martial art known to man. Boxing is one of the most difficult sports you can play. You can’t just punch someone across the face and make him go away. You should know how to defend against punches, kicks, and other attacks.
Finding a nearby boxing gym is the first step. After you have found a great place to train, you will need gloves and headgear. Gloves protect your hands while the headgear protects your head. A T-shirt and shorts are required.
After you have all the equipment you need, it’s time to get warm. You can start slowly and then increase speed gradually. If you feel ready, get on the bag and start sparring with another boxer. If you fail, don’t be discouraged. Try again until you get it right.
Statistics
- It is just like normal sparring with a partner, but you want to throw punches at 75% of your normal speed. (wikihow.com)
- This article received 39 testimonials and 89% of readers who voted found it helpful, earning it our reader-approved status. (wikihow.com)
External Links
boxandflow.com
en.wikipedia.org
How To
These are the basics of boxing
How to box effectively
Boxing is a popular sport. It consists of two opponents who try to knock out each other’s head. Boxing rules vary from one country or another. There are generally three types of boxing: Amateur, Professional, and Olympic.
Amateur boxing may be done at school, college, and university. This type includes sparring sessions using padded gloves, but without protection. Usually amateur boxing competitions consist of three rounds of five minutes each. There are many styles of amateur boxing such as Kickboxing or Muay Thai, Taekwondo and Karate, Judo and Wrestling, among others.
Boxing is often practiced in gyms or clubs. They are protected by protective equipment like a mouthpiece, nose protector, shinguards, elbow pads and knee pads, waist belt, and groin protection. Professional boxing competitions have six rounds that last four minutes each. There are many styles to professional boxing.
Olympic boxing is practiced at the Olympics. International standards dictate that boxers must wear protective gear. The competition lasts for eight rounds, each lasting three minutes. Olympic boxing is limited to two styles: Light Flyweight and Heavyweight.
These are the basic skills required to box.
- Punching techniques
- Guarding techniques
- Footwork
- Stance
- Body movement
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spare parts
Punching Techniques
There are seven types: Left Hook (right hook), Right Hook (uppercut), Cross (cross), Straight, Overhand, Underhand. Each punch has its own technique. Some punches require more strength than others. For example, an uppercut is a powerful punch. A straight punch on the other side requires less power, but is more effective than other punches.
There are also different combinations. These are combinations of punches that work together to achieve a specific goal. A combination can contain multiple parts. For example, a left hook followed by a right cross will cause damage 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.
Legs
A boxer must use his legs to defend against kicks. He raises his leg when he is hit with a kick and then moves away from the opponent. To avoid being kicked on the sides, he bends at his knees when the attacker strikes from the front. But if the attack comes in the back, he will stand straight and block the kick using his foot.
Elbows
Because they cause great pain, elbow strikes are extremely effective. An elbow strike may be delivered directly or in an indirect manner. Directly, you strike your opponent with your forearm. Indirectly, you hit him with another portion of your arm.
Hands
Boxers use their hands to block incoming blows. To do this, they raise their fists higher than their heads and move their arms in the direction that the attack is coming. Then they make contact with the attacker’s fist.
Knees
Boxers should bend their knees when receiving blows to the abdomen, stomach, or chest. Knee strikes are often used for defense purposes.
Feet
Boxers should respond to being attacked by their opponent by standing back and delivering counter-attacks. This way, he can gain distance between himself and his opponent. Boxers should also keep their balance when counter-attacking.
Stances
Boxing effectively requires a boxer to have a good stance. His stance will determine how he defends. It is how he positions himself and where he faces the opponent. Boxers have many stances to choose from. Here are some of the most common ones:
- A low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Body Movement
In order to win a fight, a boxer must move around his opponent. This involves changing position, speed and rhythm.
Rotation
Rotating his arm to increase the puncher’s reach is a key part of boxing. Depending on what punch is being thrown, the speed of rotation varies.
Combinations
The effectiveness of a combination depends on the timing of each individual punch. 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. Sparring allows a boxer to improve his mental and physical skills. The goal of sparring is to learn to fight, and not to get hurt.
Learning to box takes dedication and patience. You need to train hard and long in order to become a better boxer.
