FLOYD MAYWEATHER has announced his next exhibition fight against John Gotti III – the grandson of a notorious gang boss.
The event will take place on June 11 in an event being billed as ‘Last Name Matters’.
Floyd Mayweather is set to take on John Gotti III
Notorious mafia boss John Gotti died in 2002
An official announcement is set to be made at 7pm BST with Mayweather in line for his first US fight since his bout with Logan Paul in June 2021.
Gotti, 30, is the grandson of infamous mafia boss John Gotti of the Gambino crime family, which was once described as America’s most powerful crime syndicate.
Gotti led the New York crime family and wound up serving a life term in jail for racketeering and murder.
He died on June 10, 2002, at the age of 61.
His son John A Gotti, 59, was the acting boss of the crime family until he was sent to prison for racketeering, and has since claimed to have left the Gambino family
He has six kids, including MMA fighter John Gotti III.
Gotti has won two out of two boxing fights after switching to the sport from MMA.
The New Yorker has a 5-1 record in MMA and he announced his next fight on Instagram saying: “Coming in June. Stay tuned ….”
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John A Gotti replaced his father as the head of the Gambino crime family
Mayweather, 46, has had six exhibition bouts since retiring as a professional, and he most recently fought ex-Geordie Shore star Aaron Chalmers at the O2 Arena in London in February.
He plans to fight multiple times this year across the world to make as much money as possible.
Mayweather said: “This is what my 2023 looks like so far. Five exhibitions in five countries in nine months and if any of these exhibitions don’t happen, I still get paid.
“I’m the most active hustler in boxing, my money is guaranteed.
“Then in 2023 we are doing Japan again, then Hawaii, Saudi Arabia, Africa and Abu Dhabi.
“We get calls every day and it all depends on what I want to do. But I have a great team and everyone played a major role in this event happening.
“They are getting me up every day and making sure is in certain positions so I am able to live comfortably.”
Frequently Asked Questions
What are some of the benefits of learning how to box
If you want to learn how to box, then you should consider the following reasons:
- It builds confidence. You will be able to confront bullies and other bullies by learning to box.
- It is good for your health. Boxing is good for building muscle mass. Muscle mass is what makes you stronger.
- It teaches you self defense skills. If you know how to fight, then you will be able to protect your self.
- It develops your mental toughness. When you face challenges, mental toughness is essential.
- You will feel proud of yourself. Once you have learned a technique you’ll feel like you are a real boxer.
- It’s fun! Nothing is better than being punched in the stomach.
- It’s cheap. All you need to do is get a pair or boxing gloves.
- It doesn’t require much space
What are the 7 punches used in boxing?
The seven punches used in boxing include the jab (cross), hook, uppercut; straight right; left hook; and body shot. These punches can be used to strike the opponent’s head and body.
What is the difference in a left and right hook?
A left hook is thrown from the side of the body while a right cross is thrown from the front of the body.
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.
A right cross is when the opponent’s palm faces the opponent and the elbow straightens. The opponent’s wrist should be turned 45 degrees.
Can you learn to box?
Yes, it is possible to learn how to box. Just find a local boxing studio and sign up for a class. Although most gyms offer free classes to their members, it is possible to search Google for other local boxing clubs.
You will also need gloves, mouthpieces and headgear to sparring with your partners. Once you’ve got all of that, you can begin practicing your punches and kicks.
Statistics
- You want to be running at roughly 75-80% of your top speed..5 mile slow, easy recovery jog at the end.[6]X Research source 2Mix in long runs, shadow boxing, and short sprints on non-interval days. (wikihow.com)
- 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
How to box for exercise
How to Learn to Box For Exercise
You learn boxing to increase your physical fitness and self-confidence. Boxing is a popular sport. It requires speed, agility and strength.
Boxing can be a great exercise and a way to improve your self-esteem. You’ll find that you enjoy the activity so much that you’ll want to keep doing it.
There are many kinds of boxing programs. 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.
You should ensure that the program you select meets your lifestyle and goals. The best programs focus on exercises that increase muscle mass, flexibility and cardiovascular endurance. They also promote overall well being.
Also, consider whether you prefer an advanced or beginner course. Beginner’s programs typically teach fundamental techniques and drills like shadowboxing, sparring and mitt work. Advanced programs often cover more complex movements, and include a greater variety of exercises.
Programs for beginners usually last eight weeks and cost less that $100. However, they don’t provide any guidance on nutrition, weight loss, injury prevention, or other aspects of boxing training.
Advanced programs can last up to six months, and usually cost about $300. These programs often include nutrition advice, stretching routines and warm-up exercises. They also provide instruction on proper technique. Some programs also include resistance training (e.g. lifting weights) or aerobic conditioning (e.g. running).
