SHANE MCGUIGAN reckons Anthony Joshua might be tempted to fight fellow Brit Daniel Dubois.
AJ has lost his last two fights to undefeated Ukrainian powerhouse Oleksandr Usyk.
Shane McGuigan reckons Daniel Dubois could fight Anthony Joshua in 2023
Joshua has lost each of his last two fights to Oleksandr Usyk
He’s recently been taking time out the ring, but the former two-time world heavyweight champion is hoping to return in 2023.
However, he’s yet to find an opponent after his eagerly-anticipated fight with Tyson Fury was called off in September.
Eddie Hearn recently spoke about who AJ could face in his next fight by saying: “It will be a top 15 guy and he’ll be ready to show the world he’s coming for the heavyweight title again.”
But trainer McGuigan reckons that Dubois, who beat Kevin Lerena on Fury’s undercard last weekend despite being put down three times, could come into the conversation.
He told Sky Sports: “Maybe. If we can have that [Anthony Joshua] fight, why not? Definitely.
“It comes down to getting people at the right time.
“AJ might think he’s getting Daniel at the right time when he hasn’t got the experience and potentially he might think [Dubois’] confidence might be lacking.
“But we also would have to look at that fight and think, we’re getting him at the right time.
“But it’s down to Martin Bowers [Dubois’ manager] and Frank [Warren, his promoter], that are going to be matching his next move. Obviously, we sit down and we discuss it.
“No one’s ever been queuing up to fight Daniel. Especially the big names because they think, ‘I’m going to walk into heavy shots there and he’s got a puncher’s chance and what’s there really to gain from it?’
“He’s got the WBA ‘regular’ title. He’s also showed in their eyes a bit of weakness in that last fight.
If Joshua isn’t ready to fight, McGuigan hinted that another all-British bout could be on the cards.
He added: “I think Dillian Whyte’s perfect. He’s just come off a win. Apparently he doesn’t want the AJ fight at the moment.
“I don’t know if AJ’s going to be ready in that timeframe. That would be great for us.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the various types of boxing gloves available?
There are three main types in boxing gloves: mitts; fingerless mitts; and full-fingerered. Mitten gloves are padded around the knuckles. Fingerless mitts, which do not provide padding around the fingers but cover them, have no padding at the knuckles. Full-fingered gloves have padding around the entire hand.
Mittens are useful for striking the fist or punching. Fingerless mitt glove are for striking the index finger with the knuckle. Boxing gloves that are full-fingered can be used to punch with your whole fist.
What is the difference of a left-hook and a right-cross?
A left-hand hook is thrown on the side of a body while a lateral cross is thrown on the front.
A left hook is thrown with the back of the hand facing the opponent’s face. The elbow is bent 90°. The wrist is turned 45° toward opponent.
The opponent is facing the palm and the elbow straight. A right cross is made. The opponent’s wrist should be turned 45 degrees.
How do beginner boxers train?
Boxing is one, if not the oldest, sport in existence. But boxing only recently became more popular. Two fighters are matched up in boxing. They punch one another until one falls.
It is important to decide if you like boxing before you can start training to become a fighter. You can view some fights on YouTube to experience what it’s like to punch someone. After you have decided whether or not you want to be a boxer you will need to decide which type of fighting you prefer.
How can my punching form be improved?
The most important part of boxing is the punching technique. A good punch technique is essential if you are to become a better fighter. Here are some ways to improve your boxing technique.
- Keep your head elevated. Your head should always be up while throwing punches.
- Punch from the shoulder. Use your shoulder to strike the target when you punch.
- Concentrate on your feet. Avoid moving your feet while you punch.
- Give short, fast punches. Throwing longer punches will tire you out more quickly.
- Don’t forget about defense! Always keep your distance from any punches coming in.
- Use your elbows. Elbows are an effective way to defend yourself.
- Learn to use your legs. Your legs can save you from getting knocked over if you know how to use them properly.
- Keep practicing every day. Even if you feel tired, continue training. You need practice to be successful at any task.
- Have fun! Enjoy what you’re doing.
- Breathe. Being able to breathe properly will make you more powerful and provide you with energy.
- Relax. Do not worry about making mistakes. Don’t worry about making mistakes. Instead, focus on learning new skills.
- Be patient. Boxing can be difficult. It takes time to master your skills.
- Never stop learning. As long there is still room for improvement, there will continue to be improvement.
- You can listen to music. Listening to music during training can help you to relax and stay focused.
- See videos of professional boxers. Watching them fight can inspire you to work harder.
- Read books. Reading helps you better understand boxing techniques.
- You need to take breaks. Sometimes, it is helpful to take a break from boxing. Play basketball or soccer outside.
- Look for a coach. Boxing is a sport that requires a coach with a lot of experience. This will help you to improve quicker.
- Do push-ups. Push-ups are great for endurance and strength building.
Statistics
- It is just like normal sparring with a partner, but you want to throw punches at 75% of your normal speed. (wikihow.com)
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External Links
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How To
Here are the Essential Skills of Boxing
How to box effectively
Boxing is one the most well-known sports in the world. It is made up of two competitors who aim to knock the head off each other. The rules of boxing vary from country to country. There are three types generally of boxing: Amateur (Professional) and Olympic (Olympic).
Amateur boxing is often practiced at school, college, or university. This type of boxing allows sparring without protection. Usually amateur boxing competitions consist of three rounds of five minutes each. There are many styles to amateur boxing like Kickboxing. Muay Thai. Taekwondo. Karate. Judo. Wrestling.
Most professional boxing takes place in gyms, clubs, and stadiums. They use protective equipment, such as mouthpieces, nose guards, shin protectors, elbow pads knee pads, waist belts and groin protectors. Six rounds of professional boxing last four minutes each. There are many styles of professional boxing: Boxing, MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), Kickboxing and Muay Thai.
Olympic boxing takes place at the Olympics. International standards require that boxers use special protective gear. The competition lasts approximately three minutes for each round. There are only two styles of Olympic boxing; Light Flyweight and Heavyweight.
These are the basic skills required to box.
- 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. An uppercut, for instance, requires tremendous strength. However, a straight punch is much more powerful and faster than other punches.
There are also different combinations. These are combinations made up of several punches that can be used together to achieve one goal. A combination may contain several parts. A left hook followed with a right-cross will cause injury to the opponent’s jaw.
Guard Techniques
Boxers protect themselves by protecting their bodies. He does this by using his legs.
Legs
Boxers must use their legs to defend themselves against kicks. After receiving a kick, he will raise his leg and move 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
Elbow strikes are very effective because they inflict much pain. An elbow strike can be delivered directly or indirectly. Directly refers to hitting your opponent with the forearm, while indirect means you hit him using another part of your arms.
Hands
Boxers use both their hands and arms to prevent incoming blows. Boxers raise their fists to block incoming blows and then move in the direction of the attacker’s attack. They then touch the attackers fist.
Knees
Boxers who are subject to a punch to their stomachs, abdomens, or chests should bend at the knees to absorb the impact. A lot of boxers use knee strikes to defend themselves.
Feet
Boxers should respond to being attacked by their opponent by standing back and delivering counter-attacks. He can then gain distance from his opponent. Additionally, boxers need to maintain their balance when they counter-attack.
Stances
In order to box effectively, a boxer needs to establish a stance. His stance will determine how he defends. It dictates how he places his body and faces his opponent. Boxers can take many different stances. Here are the most commonly used ones:
- Low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Move your body
Boxers must maneuver around their opponent to win fights. This involves changing positions, speed, rhythm and timing.
Rotation
Rotating his arm to increase the puncher’s reach is a key part of boxing. Depending on the type and size of punch, the speed at which the rotation takes place varies.
Combinations
Timing of each punch is crucial to 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. The goal of sparring is to learn to fight, and not to get hurt.
To sum it all, boxing requires patience and dedication. To become a better boxer, you must train hard and for a long time.
