CARL FROCH has questioned Anthony Joshua’s motivation to continue boxing and cast doubt on whether he can reach the top again.
AJ returned the ring with a unanimous decision victory over Jermaine Franklin last night at The 02 Arena.
Anthony Joshua returned to the ring with a points victory over Jermaine Franklin
Carl Froch cast doubt over AJ’s motivations and whether he can return to the top
After the bout, which included an X-rated tirade at the end of the first round before a post-match brawl almost erupted, he set his sights on a showdown with Tyson Fury.
However, after what many consider to be a below-par performance, Froch appeared to criticise Joshua.
And he asked whether money was enough to keep him motivated while saying that he had seen nothing in Joshua’s performance to suggest that he can return to the top of the heavyweight division.
Froch told BBC Radio 5Live: “In the ring at world title level he’s been there, done the business. And now I don’t know. What motivates him?
“We talked about it, he wants the money. I don’t understand why he’s fighting. I just don’t.
“It’s a dangerous sport. Money can’t be the motivation when you’ve earned over £100m.
“I’ve not seen anything in that performance that he wants to be a world champion again.”
Dillian Whyte, who is also eyeing up a rematch with AJ, also says that his rival should quit if his heart is no longer in it.
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The 34-year-old, who lost via technical knockout in December 2015 when he faced his fellow Brit the first time, said: “Joshua has lost all his aggression and killer instincts.
“The ability is still there, the boxing is still there – he looks the part.
“But every time Franklin shaped up like he was going to hit him, he hesitated. I’ve never seen him like that, he’s a bit shell-shocked.
“The last few rounds Joshua was very hesitant.
“Signs of fighter who doesn’t want to do it anymore. If he doesn’t want to do it anymore, I think he should stop.”
Frequently Asked Questions
How do beginner boxers train?
Although boxing is one of oldest sports, its popularity has increased only recently. Two fighters fight each other in boxing. They punch eachother until one is knocked out.
Finding out if boxing is something you enjoy is the first step to becoming a professional boxer. Check out some YouTube fights to get a feel for what it is like to hit 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.
What is the average time it takes to learn boxing?
Learning boxing takes around 3 months. This includes learning how to do footwork, stand, and balance. Boxing isn’t just about throwing punches. You must also learn to block and dodge attacks.
How to throw a jab
You can throw a jab by following this easy step-by–step guide.
- Get up with both feet.
- Raise your arm above your shoulder.
- Your target is at your feet.
- After hitting your target, raise your arm upwards.
- Repeat steps 1 to 4.
Where should I purchase boxing equipment
You can purchase boxing equipment online from many places. 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.
Warrior, Golden Glove, or Premier Boxing Champions are all good options if quality is your goal.
Can I train boxing without fighting?
Boxing is not possible without fighting. It is important to put in the effort to improve your boxing. But if you do, you’ll find that you can improve your boxing technique, speed, endurance, strength, and stamina.
It is important to observe good boxers fighting in order to improve your boxing technique. Pay attention to how they move and throw punches. Also, observe how they defend themselves. Then, copy their tactics.
Next, you need to spar with another boxer. This is where you’ll see whether you’ve improved your boxing technique. You’ll notice how fast and strong you punch, as well as how effective you are at blocking incoming punches, when you spar.
Finally, you’ll need to practice your boxing skills by doing drills. You will improve with practice so be patient and persevering.
How many punches can a human take?
A punch is “a blow delivered by a fist”. A punch can only be taken once per person. If someone hits you in your face, it is punching. You cannot hit the person back. That would be two punches.
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External Links
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How To
These are the basics of boxing
How to effectively box
Boxing is one of the most popular sports in the world. Two opponents fight each other to the death. The rules of boxing vary from country to country. In general, there are three types of boxing; Amateur, Professional and Olympic boxing.
Amateur boxing may be done at school, college, and university. This boxing style includes sparring sessions without protection, using padded gloves. Amateur boxing contests are usually three rounds in length, lasting five minutes each. There are many different styles of amateur boxing including Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Taekwondo, Karate, Judo, Wrestling and others.
Boxing is typically practiced in clubs, stadiums or gyms. They are protected by protective equipment like a mouthpiece, nose protector, shinguards, elbow pads and knee pads, waist belt, and groin protection. Professional boxing competitions have six rounds that last four minutes each. There are several different styles of professional boxing including Boxing, MMA (Mixed Martial Arts), Kickboxing, Muay Thai, Taekwondo and others.
Olympic boxing is practiced 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 can be divided into two types: Light Flyweight (Heavyweight) and Heavyweight (Light Flyweight).
The basic skills of boxing are:
- Punching techniques
- Guarding techniques
- Footwork
- Stance
- Body movement
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spare parts
Punching Techniques
There are seven types of punches available: Left Hook and Right Hook, Cross, Cross, Straight, Underhand, Overhand, Cross, Straight, Cross, Straight, Cross, Straight, and Overhand. Each punch has its own technique. Some punches require greater strength than others. A strong uppercut for example requires a lot of force. A straight punch on the other side requires less power, but is more effective than other punches.
There are also various punching combinations. These are combinations of punches which work together to achieve a 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
A boxer uses his body to protect himself against attacks. He does this by using his legs.
Legs
Boxers must use their legs to defend themselves against kicks. When he’s hit, he raises his right leg and runs away from the attacker. To avoid being kicked on the sides, he bends at his knees when the attacker strikes from the front. But if the attack comes in the back, he will stand straight and block the kick using his foot.
Elbows
Elbow strikes are very powerful because they inflict great pain. An elbow strike can be delivered directly or indirectly. 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. To do this, they raise their fists higher than their heads and move their arms in the direction that the attack is coming. Then they make contact with the attacker’s fist.
Knees
When receiving a blow to the stomach, abdomen or chest, a boxer should bend his knees to absorb the impact. Knee strikes are often used for defense purposes.
Feet
A boxer should not be afraid to respond to an attack. This allows him to put distance between himself, his opponent, and the ring. In addition, when delivering a counter-attack, a boxer should keep his balance.
Stances
To box effectively, a boxer must establish a stance. His stance determines how he defends himself. It dictates how he places his body and faces his opponent. Boxers have many stances to choose from. Here are the most commonly used ones:
- A 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 means changing your speed, position and rhythm.
Rotation
Boxers rotate their arms when they throw a punch. Different types of punches require different speeds for the rotation.
Combinations
The timing of each individual punch affects the effectiveness or failure of a combination. A combination that works well starts with strong punches and ends with weak ones is a winning combination.
Spare parts
Sparring is an exercise session to improve boxing skills. Sparring is a training session that helps a boxer train his mind and body. Sparring, in conclusion, is about learning how to fight and not getting hurt.
Learning to box takes dedication and patience. To be a better boxer you need to train hard.
