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Anthony Joshua vs Jermaine Franklin: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel, undercard for AJ comeback at O2 Arena

, Anthony Joshua vs Jermaine Franklin: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel, undercard for AJ comeback at O2 Arena

ANTHONY JOSHUA is BACK as he prepares to face American Jermaine Franklin in a huge comeback fight.

AJ hasn’t been in the ring since he lost his rematch with Oleksandr Usyk back in August.

Anthony Joshua lost to Oleksandr Usyk for the second time back in August

Dillian Whyte beat Jermaine Franklin in tight circumstances back in November

The former heavyweight champ is looking to get back into title contention, however, and is starting things off with a tasty clash against Franklin.

The Michigan-born fighter lost a narrow decision to Dillian Whyte at the tail-end of 2022, but most thought he did enough to win the fight.

Should Joshua beat Franklin, a rematch with Whyte, who he knocked out in 2015, would be well on the cards.

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Joshua’s career is effectively on the line, however, so he can’t take Franklin lightly.

Franklin, 29, will be looking to catapult himself into the heavyweight title picture himself, and a win over Joshua would give him some newfound fame in the US.

Robert Garcia is no longer Joshua’s trainer, with the Brit set to partner up with Derrick James out in Texas.

Joshua will be hoping some fresh eyes in his corner can reignite his career, with future super-fights against Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder still on his mind.

First things first – win emphatically against Franklin and those huge match-ups will be back on.

When is Joshua vs Franklin?

  • Joshua’s big clash against Franklin will take place on Saturday, April 1.
  • The event will be held at London’s O2 Arena.
  • The fight will get underway at approximately 10.30pm UK time.
  • The main card will begin at 6pm or 7pm GMT.

, Anthony Joshua vs Jermaine Franklin: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel, undercard for AJ comeback at O2 Arena

What channel is Joshua vs Franklin and can it be live streamed?

  • Joshua vs Franklin will be shown live on DAZN PPV in the UK.
  • You can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £7.99-a-month.
  • The fight is available for live streaming on your mobile or tablet device from the DAZN app.

How much will the fight cost?

Joshua’s last fight against Usyk was priced at £26.99 on Sky Sports Box Office.

Joshua vs Franklin will be on DAZN, but a price point has yet to be announced.

Joshua vs Franklin full card

The undercard for Joshua vs Franklin has yet to be announced.

Check back at SunSport for all the latest news on the rest of the bill.

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What has been said?

Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn has said: “You go into that fight in April – you know that with defeat, it’s all over, really. It would be a third back-to-back defeat.

“And yet a great performance and a showreel knockout gets everyone saying, ‘We’re back, we’re back baby.’

“That’s what I can’t wait for, because I love it when our backs are against the wall.

“That’s the best moments and this is one of those moments for AJ. He wants a big fight in the summer.

“The one that would make sense and the one that should be hopefully quite straightforward to make is the rematch with Dillian Whyte.

“We’re open to a Deontay Wilder fight, we’re open to a Tyson Fury fight.”

, Anthony Joshua vs Jermaine Franklin: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel, undercard for AJ comeback at O2 Arena
Anthony Joshua will be looking to get back to winning ways against Franklin

Who is Joshua’s new trainer Derrick James?

Joshua had Team GB coach Rob McCracken in his corner for most of his career, but that all changed before the Usyk rematch.

AJ brought in esteemed trainer of multiple world champions Robert Garcia.

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And though Garcia did implement a more offensive game plan against Usyk, the fight slipped away from Joshua, who has now decided to make another change.

Joshua is set to link up with James, who trains both undisputed super-welterweight champion Jermell Charlo, and unified welterweight titleholder Errol Spence Jr.

Both men are offensive-minded, with Spence Jr especially well-versed when it comes to educated pressure-fighting.

James won the Ring Magazine trainer of the year award in 2017, but he also had his own fighting career once upon a time.

The Texan finished his career with a pro record of 27-7-1, but missed out on the chance to compete at the 1992 Olympics in Barcelona.

James is currently the only trainer in boxing to coach two fighters who hold multiple world titles.

, Anthony Joshua vs Jermaine Franklin: Date, UK start time, live stream, TV channel, undercard for AJ comeback at O2 ArenaDerrick James (right) trains unified welterweight champion Errol Spence Jr

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I do to practice my boxing defense?

Boxing is among the oldest forms of martial art known to man. Boxing is also one of most difficult sports to learn. It’s not enough to punch someone in their face and knock them out. You have to be able to defend yourself against 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 your hands while the headgear protects your head. You will also need shorts and a shirt.

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Once you’ve got all your equipment, you’ll need to warm up properly. Begin slowly, then gradually increase your speed. If you feel ready, get on the bag and start sparring with another boxer. Don’t fret if you don’t succeed. Just try again until you nail it.

Do I have to fight in order to train boxing?

Fighting is the only way to train boxing. To improve your boxing skills, you must work hard. But if you do, you’ll find that you can improve your boxing technique, speed, endurance, strength, and stamina.

A good fight will help you improve your boxing technique. Pay attention to how they move and throw punches. Also, observe how they defend themselves. Try to imitate their movements.

Next, you’ll need to spar against 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. Practice makes perfect, so be patient and persistent.

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What is Boxing?

Boxing involves two people trying to knock each others out with punches in the face and head. The objective of boxing involves hitting your opponent as hard, but not causing any injury. In order for this to happen, both boxers must be able to throw punches at high speed. They should also have excellent hand-eye coordination.

How many punches does a human take to get through a round?

A punch is defined by “a blow delivered using a fist”. One punch is all that a human can take. If someone punches you in the face you are being punched. You cannot hit the person back. It would be impossible to hit him/her back with two punches.

How long do boxers train a day?

Boxing trainers typically train for at least four hours per day. They also study boxing techniques and learn new moves. Boxers spar 10 times per week.

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What are the advantages of boxing?

There are many health benefits associated with boxing. Boxing is good for building strong bones and muscles. Boxing can improve your coordination and reflexes. It can also improve your heart and lungs. Boxing does not require special equipment. You can use almost anything around your home.

How to throw a jab:

Here’s a step-by, easy guide on how to throw a jab.

  1. Take your step forward with both of your feet.
  2. Arrest your arm high above your shoulder.
  3. Place your fist on the target.
  4. After hitting your target, swing your arm backwards.
  5. Repeat steps 1 through 4.

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

expertboxing.com

en.wikipedia.org

How To

These are the basic skills of boxing

How to effectively box

Boxing is one the most well-known sports in the world. It involves two people who attempt to knock each other out of their heads. Different countries have different rules. There are three main types of boxing: Amateur boxing, Professional boxing, and Olympic boxing.

Amateur boxing is usually practiced at school, college or university. This type of boxing includes sparring sessions with padded gloves and without any protection. Amateur boxing competitions usually last three rounds and last five minutes each. There are many styles to amateur boxing like Kickboxing. Muay Thai. Taekwondo. Karate. Judo. Wrestling.

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Boxing professionals are usually trained in clubs, gyms, or stadiums. They are equipped with protective equipment including a mouthpiece and nose guard, shinguards as well as elbow pads, knee pads. Waist belts and groin protectors. Six rounds of professional boxing last four minutes each. There are many styles to professional boxing.

Olympic boxing can be seen at the Olympics. Boxers are required to wear international standards-compliant protective gear. Each round lasts three minutes and is made up of eight rounds. There are only two styles of Olympic boxing; Light Flyweight and Heavyweight.

Boxing is based on the following skills:

  • Punching techniques
  • Guarding techniques
  • Footwork
  • Stance
  • Moving your body
  • 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 is unique. Some punches are more powerful than others. For example, an uppercut requires great force. A straight punch, on the other hand requires less power and is quicker than other punches.

There are also many combinations. These are combinations which combine several punches in order to achieve a specific goal. A combination can contain multiple parts. A combination may include multiple parts. For example, damage to the jaw of an opponent can be caused by a left hook and a right cross.

Guard Techniques

Boxers protect themselves by protecting their bodies. He does this by using his legs.

Legs

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A boxer must use his legs to defend against kicks. If he gets kicked, he raises one leg and turns away from his attacker. To avoid being kicked in the side, he bends down if the attacker attacks from the front. If the attack comes from behind, however, he can stand straight up and block the kick by his foot.

Elbows

Elbow strikes are very powerful because they inflict great pain. An elbow strike may be delivered directly or in an indirect manner. Directly means that you hit your opponent with your forearm while indirectly means that you hit him with another part of your arm.

Hands

Boxers use their arms to stop incoming blows. Boxers raise their fists to block incoming blows and then move in the direction of the attacker’s attack. Then, they touch the attacker’s hand.

Knees

Boxers should bend their knees when receiving blows to the abdomen, stomach, or chest. A lot of boxers use knee strikes to defend themselves.

Feet

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If he is being attacked, a boxer must take a step back and counter-attack. This will help him gain distance from his opponent. In addition, when delivering a counter-attack, a boxer should keep his balance.

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. There are many positions that boxers can adopt. Here are some of the most common ones:

  • Low stance
  • High stance
  • Southpaw stance
  • Western stance

The Body Movement

In order to win a fight, a boxer must move around his opponent. This involves changing positions, speed, rhythm and timing.

Rotation

A boxer will rotate his arm when he is throwing a punch. 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 that is effective starts with a strong punch, and ends with one that is weak.

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Spare parts

Sparring is a form of boxing that aims to improve your skills. Sparring allows a boxer to improve his mental and physical skills. Sparring is a way to learn how to fight without getting hurt.

To sum it all, boxing requires patience and dedication. To become a better boxer, you must train hard and for a long time.

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