ANTHONY JOSHUA’S spectacular defeat to Andy Ruiz Jr left him permanently “scarred” – so much so he could soon walk away from the sport, Carl Froch has claimed.
AJ was battered by short-notice foe Ruiz Jr in his ill-fated American debut in June 2019, suffering four knockdowns on his way to a seventh-round TKO defeat.
Anthony Joshua suffered a seven-round TKO loss to Andy Ruiz Jr in June 2019
Joshua exacted his revenge six months later but has had his killer instinct questioned since
Carl Froch believes Joshua was permanently “scarred” by his defeat to Ruiz Jr
Joshua, 33, exacted his revenge in their rematch six months later and scored a brutal knockout of Kubrat Pulev before suffering back-to-back defeats to Oleksandr Usyk.
The former two-time unified heavyweight champion has been accused of showing a lack of killer instinct since that fateful night at Madison Square Garden, which British boxing great Froch believes has a had lasting effect.
The Cobra told William Hill: “When you’ve made it and you’re world champion and you’re pretty much financially secure, you start to almost question being a boxer.
“I think that’s Anthony Joshua ’s problem now. He got beat up by Andy Ruiz Jr and that’s mentally scarred him – he knows he can get hurt, he knows he can get stopped.”
Joshua’s route back to world title contention is a long one following his second consecutive decision defeat to Usyk in August.
And Froch wouldn’t be surprised if the Olympic gold medallist calls it a day in the near future.
He said: “AJ’s got to be worth £100million, minimum. If you’ve got what you want out of life and you’ve achieved it, why are you going to go back into the ring and get your head punched in?
“Why would you? It’s a dangerous sport. You have to weigh up whether the risk is worth the reward.
“‘What am I fighting for? Some more money that I don’t need and that I’ll never spend? What’s the risk?’ It could be goodbye.”
Froch had the same conversation with himself after his knockout of George Groves at Wembley in the summer of 2014.
He said: “I just think when you get to a certain level in boxing and you’ve made your money, and your legacy is secure, like me when I boxed at Wembley and chinned Groves, I had nothing else left to do.
“You’re at the top of that mountain and all you can do is go down over the other side.”
Joshua dismissed the notion of retirement after his Saudi showdown with Usyk and is set to return to the ring early next year.
And promoter Eddie Hearn recently revealed AJ is leaning towards a trilogy fight with Dillian Whyte for his comeback bout.
AJ is eyeing a trilogy fight with rival Dillian Whyte
He told The DAZN Boxing Show: “In terms of names, talking to [Joshua] the other day, he wants to fight Dillian Whyte, really.
“Dillian Whyte fights on November 26 against [Jermaine] Franklin, who is talking a tremendous game, and we’ll see how that plays out.
“I think Dillian Whyte is the frontrunner [for Joshua] if he comes through.
“Otto Wallin is a guy that has reached out numerous times.
“That’s a good fight for him as well. Then there’s the [Deontay] Wilder situation.
“I’m not saying that’s going to be the fight for January or February, but it’s definitely a fight that he’s looking at.
“The feeling for AJ is the value of – and by the way, none of them are easy fights – a tune-up is sometimes they’re as dangerous as each other.
“I don’t think he wants to start dropping out of the top 15 and top 10 of the governing bodies and just looking for an easy touch. I think he wants a real fight, and those are all real fights that you could see.”
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it possible to train boxing with out fighting?
Fighting is the only way to train boxing. You have to work hard to become a better boxer. But if you do, you’ll find that you can improve your boxing technique, speed, endurance, strength, and stamina.
Watching good boxers fight is the first step to improving your boxing technique. It is important to observe their movements, their defenses, and how well they use punches. Next, try to copy their moves.
Next, you’ll have to spar against another opponent boxer. This is where your ability to improve your boxing technique will be revealed. When you spar, you’ll also notice how fast you can punch, how strong your punches feel, and how well you block incoming punches.
Finally, you’ll need to practice your boxing skills by doing drills. Practice is key, so don’t be discouraged and keep practicing.
What are the 7 punches in boxing?
The seven punches in boxing are jab, cross, hook, uppercut, straight right, left hook, and body shot. These punches can be used to strike the opponent’s head and body.
How can I improve my punching form?
The most important part of boxing is the punching technique. You must develop good punch technique if you want to become a better boxer. These are some tips that will help you improve your punching technique.
- Keep your head high. You should keep your head high when throwing punches.
- Punch from your shoulder. When you throw a punch, try to hit the target from the shoulder instead of the chin.
- Your feet are your focus. Avoid moving your feet while you punch.
- Give short, fast punches. Your body will be tired faster if you are throwing longer punches.
- Don’t forget about defense! Always be ready to stop any incoming punches.
- Use your elbows. Your elbows can be used to protect yourself.
- Learn to use your legs. You can avoid being knocked to the ground if you learn how to properly use your legs.
- Do it every day. Even though you may feel tired after training, keep going. You need practice to be successful at any task.
- Have fun! Enjoy what you are doing.
- Keep your eyes open and take deep, slow breaths. Breathing correctly will make you stronger and give you energy.
- Relax. Don’t worry so much about making mistakes. Learn new things instead of worrying about making mistakes.
- Be patient. Boxing isn’t easy. It takes time and practice to improve your skills.
- Never stop improving. As long as there is room for improvement, there will be room for improvement.
- Listen to music. Listening to music can help you relax during training.
- See videos of professional boxers. It can inspire you to do better.
- Read books. Reading helps you better understand boxing techniques.
- Pause. Sometimes it’s helpful to take a break when you are boxing. Play basketball or soccer outside.
- Find a coach. You can improve your boxing skills by having a coach who is knowledgeable.
- Do push-ups. Push-ups can be a great way to increase strength and endurance.
Where should I buy boxing equipment?
There are many websites that sell boxing equipment. There are many online stores that sell boxing equipment, including Amazon, eBay Walmart, Target and Sports Authority. Ross and TJ Maxx, which sell cheap boxing gear are good options.
You might consider purchasing quality gear from respected brands such as Warrior, Golden Glove and Premier Boxing Champions if you are looking for high-quality boxing gear.
What is the difference in a left and right hook?
A left hook is thrown at the side of the body and a right crossover is thrown at the front.
A left hand hook is one that is thrown with the opponent’s right side facing. The elbow is bent 90°, and the wrist is turned 45° towards the opponent.
A right cross can be thrown with the palm facing towards the opponent’s face, and the elbow straight. The opponent is facing the wrist.
How many punches can a human take?
A punch is “a blow delivered by a fist”. Only one punch can be sustained by a human. If someone punches you in the face you are being punched. You can’t hit them/her back. It would be impossible to hit him/her back with two punches.
Statistics
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- It is just like normal sparring with a partner, but you want to throw punches at 75% of your normal speed. (wikihow.com)
External Links
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How To
These are the basics of boxing
How to box effectively
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. There are different rules for boxing, and they vary from one country to the next. There are three types generally of boxing: Amateur (Professional) and Olympic (Olympic).
Amateur boxing can be practiced at school or college. This type of boxing allows sparring without protection. Amateur boxing matches usually consist of three rounds lasting five minutes each. Amateur boxing can be done in many styles, including Kickboxing and Muay Thai, Taekwondo or Karate, Judo, Wrestling, and Muay Thai.
Professional boxing is usually practiced in gyms, clubs 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. Professional boxing competitions include six rounds of four minutes each. There are many styles of professional boxing: Boxing, MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), Kickboxing and Muay Thai.
Olympic boxing is performed at the Olympics. Boxers wear special protective gear, which must conform to international standards. The competition lasts for eight rounds, each lasting three minutes. Olympic boxing has only two styles, Light Flyweight vs Heavyweight.
Boxing is based on the following skills:
- Punching techniques
- Techniques for protecting yourself
- Footwork
- Stance
- Move 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 require more strength than others. A strong uppercut for example requires a lot of force. A straight punch, on the other hand requires less power and is quicker than other punches.
There are many combinations that can be used to punch. These are combinations that combine punches to accomplish a particular goal. A combination may contain several parts. An example of this is a left hook, followed by a right crossing. This will damage the opponent’s jaw.
Guard Techniques
Boxers protect themselves by protecting their bodies. He does so by using his arms, elbows and hands as well as his knees, knees and legs.
Legs
A boxer must use his legs to defend against kicks. After receiving a kick, he will raise his leg and move away from the attacker. If the attack comes from the front, then he bends his knees to avoid being kicked on the side. But if the attack comes in the back, he will stand straight and block the kick using his foot.
Elbows
Because elbow strikes inflict a lot of pain, they are very effective. An elbow strike can be delivered either directly or indirectly. Directly means you hit your opponent directly with your forearm. While indirectly, it means you hit him with another section of your arm.
Hands
Boxers use both their hands and arms to prevent incoming blows. To do so, they raise their fists above their head and move them towards the direction of the 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. For defense purposes, knee strikes are common.
Feet
A boxer should not be afraid to respond to an attack. This will allow him to gain distance from his opponent. A boxer must also maintain his balance when responding to an opponent’s counter-attack.
Stances
Boxing is only possible if a boxer has a clear stance. The way he defends him will be dictated by his stance. It dictates how he places his body and faces his opponent. Boxers can take many different stances. These are some of our most favorite:
- A low stance
- High stance
- Southpaw stance
- Western stance
Move your body
A boxer must be able to move around his opponent in order to win a fight. This involves changing positions, speed, rhythm and timing.
Rotation
When a boxer throws a punch, he rotates in order to increase the reach of his arm. You can rotate at different speeds depending upon the punch.
Combinations
The timing of each individual punch affects the effectiveness or failure of a combination. A good combination starts with a strong punch and ends with a weak one.
Spare parts
Sparring, a boxing practice session, is designed to improve your boxing skills. Sparring allows a boxer to improve his mental and physical skills. Sparring, in conclusion, is about learning how to fight and not getting hurt.
You need to have patience and dedication in order to learn how boxing works. Boxing is a sport that requires dedication and perseverance.
