ANTHONY JOSHUA has hinted at a shock new date for his next fight.
But the British bruiser is adamant he “won’t lie to fans” after revealing he wants to evolve his style into that of a “box fighter.”
Anthony Joshua has dropped a hint over a possible new date for his next fight
Joshua, 33, is on the up again after bouncing back from two consecutive defeats to Oleksandr Usyk with victory over Jermaine Franklin.
AJ is now in line for a Saudi Arabia super-fight, with December touted as a potential date by promoter Eddie Hearn.
Joshua is expected to finally face off against ex-WBC heavyweight king Deontay Wilder.
And there could even be a SECOND all-star fight on the same night between division champions Usyk and Tyson Fury.
However, Joshua now admits he could potentially fight as soon as July or August.
New coach Derrick James is putting the Watford lad through his paces in training.
And should he be pleased with AJ’s progress over the coming weeks, a possible winter fight against Wilder could indeed be brought forward.
But Joshua refuses to “lie” to fans by noting a summer bout is currently “off the cards”.
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He told Sky: “I thought as I’ve changed maybe three coaches in three years, it would be good to develop and work under the guidance of my new coach and by the time I’m back in the ring, I’ve cemented and implemented everything he wants.
“But the only way we’re going to put everything he’s teaching me to the test is through fighting.
“So rather than putting pressure on myself, and I don’t want to lie to the fans at the time, I’m fighting this date when there’s still conversations, I just wanted to draw a line in the sand and say I’m not fighting until this date.
“If I, my coach, decides to change my mind… I feel I’m able to change my mind right? So I’m able to fight in July or August if I want, but right now it’s off the table, but we are subject to chance providing my coach is happy with what he sees.”
Joshua also admits he is working on becoming more aggressive as he transitions into a “box fighter”, adding: “I’m quite tall, I’ve got a long range but I’m not going to be a bruiser.
“I’ve always tried to develop my boxing IQ but over 12 rounds there are times where you have to fight and I want to become a box fighter.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the maximum number of punches a person can take?
A punch is “a blow delivered from the fist”. Only one punch can be sustained by a human. You are punching someone in the face if they hit you. You can’t hit them/her back. That would be two punches.
What does it take to become professional boxer?
It takes years of hard work and dedication to become a professional boxer. Training is essential if you are to become a professional boxer.
Do you have the ability to train yourself to box?
You can learn how to box. All you have to do is find a nearby boxing club and join a class. You can find free classes at most gyms, or you can search for nearby boxing clubs via Google.
Also, you will need equipment such as gloves, mouthpiece, headgear, sparring partners, and headgear. Once you’ve got all of that, you can begin practicing your punches and kicks.
How long does it take for you to learn boxing
It takes about 3 months to learn boxing. This includes learning how to do footwork, stand, and balance. It is important to remember that boxing does not just involve throwing punches. You also need to learn how to block and dodge attacks.
Statistics
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How To
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How to learn how to box for Exercise
Boxing is a sport that improves self confidence and physical fitness. Boxing is one of the most popular sports in the world. It requires strength and speed as well agility, coordination, balance, power, and accuracy.
Boxing can be a great exercise and a way to improve your self-esteem. You will find that the activity is enjoyable and you want to continue doing it.
There are many boxing training options. Some are held at health clubs or gyms, while others can be done at home. There are also online courses which allow you to study from anywhere in the world.
Be sure to consider your goals when choosing a program. Also, ensure it fits your lifestyle. The best programs focus on exercises that increase muscle mass, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance. They also promote overall well being.
Consider whether you prefer a beginner or advanced course. Beginner’s programs usually teach basic techniques and drills such as shadowboxing, sparring, mitt work, and punching combinations. Advanced programs cover more complex movements and offer more variety.
A beginner’s program typically lasts eight weeks and costs less $100. These programs don’t give any nutritional, weight loss, or injury prevention advice.
Advanced programs typically last six months and cost around $300. These programs often include nutrition advice, stretching routines and warm-up exercises. They also provide instruction on proper technique. Some programs offer resistance training (such lifting weights) as well as aerobic conditioning (such running).
