EDDIE HEARN admitted Conor McGregor left him a little shy when they first met… now they catch up over FaceTime.
The UFC legend has thrown his support to Hearn, who is bringing Katie Taylor back to Ireland for the first time in her professional career.
Conor McGregor with boxing promoter Eddie Hearn
In February, the pair met up at McGregor’s Black Forge Inn pub in Dublin to discuss Taylor’s homecoming fight.
And Hearn revealed he was left a little starstruck by the MMA superstar, who is now sponsoring this Saturday’s fight.
But after going into business with each other, McGregor, 34, is checking in to make sure the promoter is getting his beauty sleep.
Hearn told SunSport in Dublin: “We’re getting on very well.
“He FaceTimed me and it was almost like a brother phoning me up last night, or a dad going, ‘Alright? Good day today, I’ve seen it all.’ Good work, make sure you get some sleep, you need to go again tomorrow.’
“I was like, ‘Alright, thanks a lot.’ We’re out pushing all his brands and looking forward to seeing him tonight.”
McGregor’s Forged Irish Stout and Tidl recovery spay are official sponsors of Taylor’s undisputed fight with Chantelle Cameron.
But Hearn – who has raved about McGregor’s stout – seems to have got the ex-UFC champion’s unmatched promotional skills included in the deal.
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He said: “He’s paying us but I think I’m overworking at the moment for Conor McGregor.
“But look, it works well together. I’m pushing his brands, he’s supporting Katie which is most important to him and he’s pushing the show.
“I love Conor McGregor, I think he’s amazing. I was a little bit, shy when I met him, don’t mind saying he’s a superstar.
“But, he obviously likes what we do, he knows we’re genuine, his support is genuine.
“He’ll be here tonight and he’ll add that extra element to the fight.”
Taylor, 36, returns home for Ireland’s first boxing event since 2014.
And she will move up to challenge super-lightweight champion Cameron, 32, after Amanda Serrano, 32, pulled out of their rematch injured.
Hearn, who has promoted stadium fights in the UK, Mexico and America, believes the historic Irish return could top the lot.
He said: “I can sort of tell you a dozen nights that I’ll remember forever that stand out for me, and this is well in there – and that’s before the fight.
“So ask me the same question after Saturday night, it might me number one. It’s going to be that kind of night.”
Katie Taylor, Eddie Hearn and Chantelle Cameron
Frequently Asked Questions
How to throw a jab
To throw a jab, simply follow this simple step-by-step guide:
- With both feet, move forward
- Lift your arm up above your shoulder.
- Keep your fist in front of your target.
- After hitting your target, swing your arm backwards.
- Continue with steps 1 through 4.
How can I learn boxing with only a partner?
If you’re looking for a partner to practice boxing, you can watch boxing matches on television. Or you can find an amateur boxing club near you. Amateur boxing groups often have regular training sessions. These sessions are often attended by sparring partners who share the same pads.
You can also practice boxing using punching bags. Before hitting the bag, ensure that you are wearing gloves and protective gear.
What are the health benefits of boxing
Boxing is associated with many health benefits. For one, boxing can help build strong bones and muscles. It improves your coordination and reflexes. It can also help strengthen your heart muscle and lungs. Boxing does not require special equipment. You can use anything you have lying around the house.
How many punches can a human take?
A punch can be defined as “a blow delivered with a fist”. Humans can only withstand one punch at a time. When someone hits you in the face, he/she is punching you. You cannot hit someone’s back. That would mean two punches.So, technically speaking, humans can only take one punch at a time!
What can I do to improve my punching?
Boxing is all about good punch form. If you want to be a better boxer, you must master punch technique. Here are some tips for improving your punching ability.
- Keep your head elevated. Keep your head up when you’re throwing punches.
- Punch from the shoulder. If you are going to throw a punch, aim for the shoulder and not your chin.
- Focus on your feet. Avoid moving your feet while you punch.
- Use short punches that are quick. To fatigue you more quickly, throw more punches.
- Don’t forget about defense! Always be ready to stop any incoming punches.
- Use your elbows. To defend yourself, your elbows are a good option.
- Your legs are your best friend. You can avoid being knocked to the ground if you learn how to properly use your legs.
- Always practice. Even if you feel exhausted after training, don’t give up. It takes practice to become proficient at anything.
- Have fun! Enjoy what you are doing.
- Breathe. Proper breathing will improve your strength and energy.
- Relax. Don’t be too concerned about making mistakes. Don’t worry about making mistakes. Instead, focus on learning new skills.
- Be patient. Boxing is hard. You will need to practice your boxing skills over time.
- Never stop improving. As long as there is room for improvement, there will be room for improvement.
- Enjoy music. Listening to music can help you relax during training.
- Watch videos of professional boxers. You can be inspired by watching them fight.
- Read books. Reading can help you understand boxing techniques better.
- You need to take breaks. Sometimes you might need to stop boxing. Go outside and play basketball or soccer.
- Find a coach. A coach who is an expert in boxing can help you get better faster.
- Do push-ups. Push-ups are great for building strength and endurance.
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
These are the basic skills of boxing
How to effectively box
Boxing is one of the most popular sports in the world. It is a fight between two opponents. The rules of boxing vary from country to country. There are three types generally of boxing: Amateur (Professional) and Olympic (Olympic).
Amateur boxing is often practiced at school, college, or 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. Amateur boxing can be done in many styles, including Kickboxing and Muay Thai, Taekwondo or Karate, Judo, Wrestling, and Muay Thai.
Most professional boxing takes place in gyms, clubs, and stadiums. They are protected by protective equipment like a mouthpiece, nose protector, shinguards, elbow pads and knee pads, waist belt, and groin protection. Professional boxing contests last six rounds and last for four minutes each. There are many styles to professional boxing.
Olympic boxing can be seen at the Olympics. Special protective gear must be worn by boxers to ensure compliance with international standards. The competition lasts eight rounds of three minutes each. Only two types of Olympic boxing are available: Light Flyweight or Heavyweight.
Boxing is based on the following skills:
- Punching techniques
- Guarding techniques
- Footwork
- Stance
- Movement of the body
- Defense
- Combination
- Rotation
- Spare parts
Punching Techniques
There are seven types. Each punch comes with its own technique. Some punches require greater strength than others. An example of this is an uppercut, which requires tremendous force. However, a straight punch is much more powerful and faster than other punches.
There are many combinations of punches. These are combinations that combine punches to accomplish a particular goal. A combination may have 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
A boxer protects himself by using his body. He does this by using his legs.
Legs
Boxers should use their 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. He will block the kick with his foot if the attack is coming from behind.
Elbows
Elbow strikes are very powerful because they inflict great pain. An elbow strike can be delivered directly or indirectly. Directly means that your opponent is hit with your forearm. However, indirectly means that your elbow strike is delivered with another part or your arm.
Hands
Boxers use both their hands and arms to prevent 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
To absorb the impact of a punch to the stomach, abdomen, or chest, boxers should bend their knees. Defense purposes are often served by knee strikes.
Feet
A boxer should not be afraid to respond to an attack. This way, he can gain distance between himself and his opponent. Boxers should also keep their balance when counter-attacking.
Stances
To box effectively, a boxer must establish a stance. How he defends his self will depend on how he stances. 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
A boxer must change his position, speed and rhythm in order to win the fight. This involves changing position, speed and rhythm.
Rotation
When a boxer throws a punch, he rotates in order to increase the reach of his arm. Depending on what punch is being thrown, the speed of rotation varies.
Combinations
The timing of each punch will determine the effectiveness and efficiency of a combination. A combination of strong and weak punches will produce a good result.
Spare parts
Sparring is a practice session designed to improve boxing skills . Sparring allows a boxer to improve his mental and physical skills. In conclusion, the purpose of sparring is to learn how to fight and not get hurt.
To sum it all, boxing requires patience and dedication. To become a better boxer, you must train hard and for a long time.
