OLEKSANDR USYK passionately spoke out in defence of Anthony Joshua.
Usyk handed Joshua consecutive defeats, the second of which forced AJ into a bizarre post-fight rant.
Anthony Joshua twice lost to Oleksandr Usyk
But the British superstar returned with a victory in April, beating Jermaine Franklin over 12 rounds.
The performance drew criticism with the likes of Carl Froch and Johnny Nelson joining fans in questioning Joshua’s mindset.
But ex-opponent Usyk has leapt to AJ’s defence, telling Boxing King Media: “I think he just needs a little more time to recover.
“He’s a great fighter and a great personality. And who are those people who judge him? Who are the judges?
“Have they ever entered the ring? Have they ever trained and felt that pain? They have no right to say so.
“If you want to talk about a fighter, you have to at least once in your life get into the ring and have a sparring session.
“At least for one round, for three minutes. Then you will have the right.”
Usyk, 36, is set to face WBA mandatory challenger Daniel Dubois, 25, next after his promoters won the purse bids for an August 26 bout.
Meanwhile Joshua, 33, is in talks to return against Dillian Whyte, 35, on August 12 in a rematch after his 2015 stoppage win.
It comes with AJ also in line for a December blockbuster in the Middle East against Deontay Wilder, 37.
Although Hearn has revealed no offer from backers in the Saudi Arabia has come through, with their current attention on Whyte.
Anthony Joshua is in talks to rematch Dillian Whyte
Frequently Asked Questions
How to protect yourself
When you’re being attacked, you must always protect your head. It is your goal to not get punched. To do this, you will need to learn how to prevent an incoming punch. Here are the steps:
- Keep your shoulders square and tall.
- Keep your elbows near your sides.
- Block the incoming punch with your forearm.
- Counterattack immediately.
- Continue blocking until you see the attacker run away.
- Don’t give up on your defense.
What can I do to practice my boxing defense?
Boxing is one the oldest martial arts known. Boxing can also be considered to one of hardest sports to perform. You can’t just punch someone and knock him out. You must be able defend yourself from kicks and punches.
First, find a gym that offers boxing. After you have found a great place to train, you will need gloves and headgear. Gloves protect the hands while headgear protects the head. A T-shirt and shorts are required.
Once you have all your equipment, you need to heat up. Start slow and build up speed. Once you feel comfortable, go for it and spar with another boxer. Don’t fret if you don’t succeed. Don’t worry if you miss. Just keep trying until it works.
What is the best way to practice boxing punches in your home?
A punching bag is used for practicing boxing punches. You will continue to punch the bag until the technique is perfected. Then, move to the next area. Once you feel you are comfortable in one area, you can move on to another.
How many punches does a human take to get through a round?
A punch can be defined as “a blow delivered with a fist”. A punch can only be taken once per person. If someone punches you in the face you are being punched. You can’t hit him/her in the back. That would be two punches.
Where can I buy boxing gear?
There are many different places online where you can buy boxing equipment. Some of these include Amazon, eBay, Walmart, Target, and Sports Authority. Ross and TJ Maxx are great places to find cheap boxing gear.
Quality boxing gear is what you should be looking for. You can consider Warrior, Golden Glove or Premier Boxing Champions.
What are the differences between different types of boxing gloves
There are three main types of boxing gloves: mitts, fingerless mitts, and full-fingered gloves. Mitten gloves have padding at the knuckles. Fingerless mitts don’t have any padding around your knuckles but still cover your fingers. Full-finger gloves have padding all over the hand.
For punching with the fist, mittens can be used. Fingerless mitts gloves are designed for striking or punching with your index finger’s index finger. Full-fingered boxing gloves are used for punching with the whole fist.
How to throw a jab:
This guide will show you how to throw a jab.
- With both feet, move forward
- Move your arm to the top of your shoulder.
- Bring your fist down towards your target.
- After hitting your target, raise your arm upwards.
- Steps 1 through 4 can be repeated.
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How To
How to box for exercise
How to box for exercise
Boxing is a sport that improves self confidence and physical fitness. Boxing has become a very popular sport. It requires strength, speed, agility, stamina, coordination, balance, power and accuracy.
It’s a great way for you to feel fit and healthy. You will find that the activity is enjoyable and you want to continue doing it.
There are many different types of boxing training programs available. Some programs are offered at local gyms and others at your home. There are also online courses which allow you to study from anywhere in the world.
Make sure you choose a program that meets your needs and is compatible with your lifestyle. The best programs focus on exercises that increase muscle mass, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance. They also promote overall well being.
You should also consider whether you prefer a beginner’s course or a more advanced one. Beginner’s courses usually cover basic techniques such as shadowboxing or sparring, mittwork and punching combinations. Advanced programs offer more variety and more complex movements.
Beginners’ programs generally last around eight weeks and cost less than $100. However, they do not offer guidance on nutrition, weight reduction, injury prevention, or any other aspects of boxing training.
Advanced programs last approximately six months and typically cost $300. They may include nutritional advice, stretching, warm-up exercises and instruction on proper technique. Some programs include resistance training, such as lifting weights, and aerobic conditioning, such as running.
