ANTHONY JOSHUA will bid to return to the win column in a must-win showdown with rising heavyweight Jermaine Franklin.
The former two-time unified heavyweight champ will throw down with the American at the O2 Arena on April 1.
Anthony Joshua will throw down with Jermaine Franklin on April 1
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How the two hard-hitting heavyweights compare ahead of their showdown
AJ will look to start rebuilding his career with a win over the Michigan mauler following back-to-back defeats to pound-for-pound king Oleksandr Usyk.
Defeat would be curtains for Joshua’s hopes of challenging for a world title again – making his return to the O2 a must-win affair.
So with that in mind, SunSport thought it’d only be right to break down the dust-up.
Age
Father Time is on the side of Franklin, who is on the right side of thirty at 29.
Watford warrior Joshua is nearly four years Franklin’s senior at 33 – although he’ll turn 34 in October.
Experience
AJ has the edge over Franklin when it comes to experience as he turned pro two years earlier than his upcoming foe.
The golden boy of British boxing has had 27 professional bouts since winning gold at London 2012 – coming out victorious 24 times.
Franklin, who turned pro in April 2015, has taken to the ring 22 times as a professional.
Physical
Joshua will have a height and reach advantage over Franklin, standing at 6’6 in comparison to the 6’2 ‘989 Assassin’.
AJ’s reach is 82 inches, while Franklin’s arms extend out 77 inches.
Franklin will likely be heavier on fight night – despite being the smaller man.
Musclebound Joshua tipped the scales at 17 stone and one pound for his Saudi showdown with Usyk last August.
Franklin weighed in at a mammoth 18 stone, three pounds for his closely-contested clash with Dillian Whyte last year.
Form
Joshua is currently on the worst run of his title-filled career thanks to his back-to-back defeats to Usyk, who is gearing up for an undisputed showdown with Tyson Fury.
Franklin, meanwhile, suffered the first loss of his professional career – albeit a controversial one – to Whyte last November.
Prior to that, he was riding a 21-fight win streak – which included 14 knockout victories.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the seven punches in boxing
The seven punches used in boxing include the jab (cross), hook, uppercut; straight right; left hook; and body shot. These punches attack the opponent’s head or body.
How to defend yourself
Always protect your head when being attacked. The goal is to avoid getting punched. To do this, you will need to learn how to prevent an incoming punch. Here’s how to do it:
- Square your shoulders and stand tall.
- Keep your elbows close to your sides.
- Block the punch from coming with your forearm.
- Counterattack immediately.
- Continue blocking until the attacker runs away.
- Keep fighting for your rights.
Where should I shop for boxing equipment
There are many online places where you can purchase boxing equipment. These include Amazon, eBay and Walmart. You might also consider discount stores such as Ross and TJ Maxx if you are looking for low-cost boxing gear.
If you’re looking for quality boxing gear, then you may want to consider buying from reputable brands like Warrior, Golden Glove, and Premier Boxing Champions.
What is the best way to practice boxing punches in your home?
A punching bag can be used to practice boxing punches. Once you feel comfortable with the technique, you can punch the bag. Next, you’ll move on to the next part of your body. Once you feel confident with the area, move on to next.
What are the differences between different types of boxing gloves
There are three types: mitts (fingerless mitts), full-fingerered gloves, and mitts (fingerless mitts). Mitten gloves have padding around the knuckles. Fingerless mitts do not have padding around the knuckles, but they still cover the fingers. Full-fingered gloves have padding throughout the entire hand.
Mittens are used for punching or hitting with the fist. 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.
What is the difference of a left-hook and a right-cross?
A left hook can be thrown from the side, and a right cross from the front.
A left hook is thrown with the back of the hand facing the opponent’s face. The elbow is bent 90 degrees and the wrist is turned 45 degrees toward the opponent.
The opponent is facing the palm and the elbow straight. A right cross is made. The opponent is 45 degrees from your wrist.
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How To
How to learn how to box for fitness
How to learn to box for exercise
The goal of learning boxing is to improve your physical fitness level and develop self confidence. Boxing has become a very popular sport. It requires speed, strength, agility, stamina and coordination.
Boxing is an excellent way to lose weight and feel great about yourself. It will be a fun activity that you will want to do again and again.
There are many different types of boxing training programs available. Some programs are offered at local gyms and others at your home. Online courses are available that you can access anywhere in the world.
It is important to find a program that suits your needs and your lifestyle. The best programs are those that focus on building muscle mass, increasing flexibility, improving cardiovascular endurance, and improving overall well-being.
Consider whether you prefer a beginner or advanced course. Beginner’s courses usually cover basic techniques such as shadowboxing or sparring, mittwork and punching combinations. Advanced programs often cover more complex movements, and include a greater variety of exercises.
The beginner’s program usually lasts around 8 weeks and costs less than $100. These programs don’t give any nutritional, weight loss, or injury prevention advice.
Advanced programs usually last for six months and are around $300. They may include nutritional advice, stretching, warm-up exercises and instruction on proper technique. Some programs also include resistance training (e.g. lifting weights) or aerobic conditioning (e.g. running).
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